Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CCC 25 : Francis vs Wilder II
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Hackett sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Magomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hackett throws a head kick that half lands. #CUT#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Hackett defends the submission attempt.
Hackett tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Magomedov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Shut Up & Train!. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Hackett keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hackett taking some punishment here, with Magomedov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hackett is just riding it out for now. Magomedov eventually gives up the hold. #T1##SUB2#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov.
Magomedov prevents Hackett from improving his position.
Hackett has his hands clasped together around Magomedov's back. He's all about the action.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hackett defends it well.
Hackett gets back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hackett is controlling Magomedov's posture.
Magomedov trying to control but Hackett is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hackett looking to control. #T3#
Magomedov pushes down on Hackett's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Hackett avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Magomedov. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Magomedov in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Hackett tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: SMASH: Gustafsson vs Drago
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Bogo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Magomedov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bogo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bogo is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Bogo circles away and we're back to standing.
Adam Bogo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Bogo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bogo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Magomedov is defended easily by Bogo.
Bogo feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bogo lands a high kick! #T1#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bogo as he avoids it easily.
Bogo stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bogo avoids it really well and circles away.
Bogo appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bogo as he jumps to the side.
Bogo tries to counter with a takedown but Magomedov is quick to defend against it.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bogo is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Bogo circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Bogo counters with a nice double leg into side control. Magomedov won't be happy with that.
Magomedov looks winded!#SUB#
Bogo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Bogo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bogo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Magomedov seems a little lost for a moment, as Bogo dominates the positioning.
Bogo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working.
Magomedov is trying to control Bogo's posture but Bogo avoids it.
Magomedov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bogo wants to get back to full guard but Magomedov has passed into side control.#SUB2#
Magomedov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T3#
Magomedov trying to control the action but Bogo is working from the bottom.
Magomedov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Bogo sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Magomedov lands some shots froms side control.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Magomedov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Bogo is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Magomedov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bogo, who protects the arm well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Bogo dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Magomedov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bogo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedov somewhat.
Magomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bogo circles away.
Bogo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Magomedov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bogo tries to bench press Magomedov off him but Magomedov keeps the position. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Bogo is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bogo keeps working. #T1#
Bogo sneaks back into half guard.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bogo keeps working. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Magomedov is stalling here. Bogo is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Magomedov seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Bogo has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Bogo works to advance to full mount. Magomedov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB#
Bogo is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Magomedov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Bogo prevents Magomedov from getting the reversal.
Magomedov is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Bogo working for a submission but Magomedov is keeping him at bay.
Bogo landing shots from mount. #T3##SUB#
Bogo looking to secure an arm triangle but Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Bogo blocks Magomedov's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Magomedov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov gets full guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bogo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Magomedov is keeping the position for now.
Bogo wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
We've been informed that Magomedov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Magomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bogo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Bogo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bogo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bogo will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Bogo landing some decent shots from guard.
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Bogo wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Bogo stands and throws Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Bogo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Magomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Bogo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adam Bogo dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bogo stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Bogo half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Bogo counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Bogo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bogo trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
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. Bogo connects with a nice short shot to Magomedov's temple. #SUB#
Bogo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magomedov is just riding it out for now. Bogo eventually gives up the hold. #T1##SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Bogo is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Bogo wants to work for an arm triangle but Magomedov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Bogo looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hasbulla Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Magomedov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bogo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Magomedov's head.#SUB2#
Magomedov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bogo defends it easily.
Bogo wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Bogo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bogo has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Bogo advances to half guard. #SUB#
Bogo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Magomedov sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Bogo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magomedov is just riding it out for now. Bogo eventually gives up the hold.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Bogo wants to work for an arm triangle but Magomedov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bogo working over Magomedov with some ground and pound. Magomedov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Bogo is working for a submission of some sort.
Magomedov is looking to control Bogo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Magomedov avoid being mounted?
Magomedov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bogo slips a nice elbow through Magomedov's hands, connecting with Magomedov's forehead.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Magomedov is pressing down on Bogo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Adam Bogo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bogo has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adam Bogo!

Event: HFC 82
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov fails with the takedown.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Dias counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dias tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dias is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Dias circles away and we're back to standing.
Bruno Dias has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dias counters with a good low kick that Magomedov was not able to check.
Dias really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dias looks for the body kick but Magomedov saw that one coming.
A head kick misses from Dias.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Dias counters with a good low kick that Magomedov was not able to check.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Magomedov's coach down at ubergym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Magomedov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Dias avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dias continues to drive forward.
Dias appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Magomedov looks winded!
Dias thows a body kick. Magomedov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Dias scores with a nice body kick.
Dias pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A jab from Dias finds it's way through Magomedov's defenses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Dias lands a high kick!
Dias looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Dias has managed to clinch.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Dias has him pressed against the cage.
Dias using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dias just stands there and leans against the cage.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dias to keep the fight standing.
Dias missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Dias just stands there and leans against the cage.
Magomedov dodges an elbow strike from Dias. #TD2#
Magomedov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Magomedov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
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.#SUB#
Dias drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dias jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Dias pushes his legs off easily.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
Dias wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Magomedov throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #SUB2#
Magomedov throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dias escapes and throws Magomedov's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dias is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Magomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Magomedov tries to bench press Dias off him but Dias keeps the position.
Magomedov is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Dias tries for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.
Magomedov tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Dias presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! #T3##SUB#
Dias looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Magomedov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Magomedov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dias tries to pass the half guard into mount. Magomedov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Dias is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Magomedov with the active half guard here but Dias passes nicely into side control.#T4#
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov wants to control but Dias is keeping busy. #SUB#
Dias is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Magomedov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dias. #SUB#
Dias is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Magomedov defends it well.
Dias will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Magomedov is refusing to be controlled, as Dias sits in half guard. #SUB#
Dias is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno Dias dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dias sprawls well. Dias wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Dias sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dias dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Magomedov. That did some damage!
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dias keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bruno Dias has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.#CL#
Dias rushes Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Magomedov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Dias smiles and moves away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Dias - that will leave a mark!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Dias.#CL#
Dias instigates a clinch.
Magomedov fails to pull guard. #T1#
Dias tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dias with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Dias.
Dias works on Magomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Dias to keep the fight standing.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#TD2#
Magomedov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Dias uses from the top position.
Dias is looking to stand up but Magomedov won't let him. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for subs off his back but Dias has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB#
Dias is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Magomedov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dias is trying to control. Magomedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2##SUB#
Dias seems to be looking for submissions.
Dias is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.#SUB#
Dias drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dias jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dias trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Dias defends it easily. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3#
Dias looking to sit in guard and control but Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Dias has his foot on Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.
Magomedov scoring with some ground and pound.
Magomedov throwing strikes from guard but Dias blocks nicely. #SUB#
Dias is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dias is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Dias is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Magomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dias looking for a sweep. Not yet Dias, not yet. #T4#
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Dias working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Dias is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dias working for submissions but it's allowed Magomedov to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov trying to control the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruno Dias dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##CL#
Dias has managed to clinch.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Dias won't allow it.
Magomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Dias holds him up against the cage and eventually Magomedov drops back down to his feet.
Bruno Dias has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Dias tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Dias tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Dias won't allow it. #TD2#
Magomedov manages to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dias is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Dias drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dias jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Dias thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1#
Dias passes Magomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Dias is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Magomedov is just riding it out for now. Dias eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Dias. #SUB#
Dias is looking for a kimura here.
Hasbulla Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Magomedov is looking to control Dias's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Magomedov avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Magomedov has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Dias. Oh but Magomedov has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Dias goes limp - he's gone! Magomedov jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: HFC 79:Caceres vs Graham
Date: Dec 23, 2023

#R1##TD#
Magomedov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Rurik's half guard.
Rurik is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Rurik regains full guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Magomedov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rurik manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Magomedov has Rurik in his guard.#REVB#
Rurik must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rurik doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rurik manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Rurik is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Magomedov.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magomedov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Rurik wants to stand but Magomedov has his arm trapped.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is trying to control Rurik's posture but Rurik avoids it.
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't.
Rurik tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Rurik avoids the strikes from the bottom by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Rurik easily slips into full mount! #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rurik tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Rurik avoids the attempt from Magomedov to control.
Rurik controlling the pace for now.
Magomedov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Magomedov wants to hold on but Rurik pushes him away.
Magomedov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Magomedov throwing hammer fists to the chest of Rurik. What's that going to do exactly?
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Rurik content just to control the position here.
Magomedov wants to hold on but Rurik pushes him away.
Magomedov is trying desperately to improve position.
Rurik tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Magomedov tries to hold on but Rurik pushes him away.
Rurik controlling his opponent.
Magomedov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4##SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rurik pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
It looks like Rurik is going to stand back up. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rurik pulls his head out easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rurik's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rurik's back!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yaroslav Rurik 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#
Rurik lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rurik lands with a right hand.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Rurik circles away easily
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rurik is looking to slow Magomedov down with leg kicks.
Rurik has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Rurik counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decent striking displayed by Rurik there.#CUT2#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.
Rurik cracks Magomedov with an open hand slap.
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rurik feints a jab and as Magomedov dips his head, Rurik unleashes a brutal head kick that catches Magomedov right on the jaw! Timbeeer! Magomedov falls backwards in slow motion, only propped up by the cage! Rurik smiles a psychotic smile as he stares down his unconscious opponent. That is a scary man.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Yaroslav Rurik!

Event: HFC 77:Von Wild vs Yamasaki
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Savette defends it nicely.
As Magomedov tries to get set, Savette tries to push him back and clinch up but Magomedov manages to avoid the attempt.#TD2#
Magomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Savette wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov wants to work for an arm triangle but Savette is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Savette is controlling Magomedov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Magomedov thows a huge punch but Savette dodges it nicely. #T1##SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Savette is trying is best to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Savette keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #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.
Magomedov is thwarting Savette's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Savette defends the submission attempt.
Magomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov misses with a head shot. Savette uses the momentum to regain guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov 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. #T3#
Savette keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Savette knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Magomedov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Magomedov throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Savette looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Savette sprawls well. Savette wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Magomedov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Savette pinned against the cage. Savette gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jean Paul Savette has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Savette lands with an overhand left.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hasbulla Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Savette sprawls well.
Savette seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Magomedov misses with a takedown #CL#
and Savette counters by clinching up.
A right hook to the body lands for Savette.
Savette lands with a right to the head. #TD2#
Magomedov successfully pulls guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for subs off his back but Savette has passed one foot through into half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Savette pulls his head out easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Savette controlling the pace. #T1#
Magomedov wants to control but Savette is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.
We've been informed that Magomedov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep. Savette is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for subs from the bottom but Savette mounts him!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Savette prevents Magomedov from getting the reversal.
Savette will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Magomedov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Savette passes into side control, despite Magomedov's attempt to control the position.
Magomedov misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't.
Savette is staying tight to Magomedov's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T3#
Magomedov tries to bench press Savette off him but Savette keeps the position.
Magomedov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Magomedov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Savette defends easily. #SU#
Savette stands up and waves to Magomedov to follow him.
Savette fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Savette lunges at Magomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magomedov's hand.
Savette defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Jean Paul Savette has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Magomedov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Savette pinned against the cage. Savette gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nice takedown defense from Savette. No joy for Magomedov on that attempt.
Savette looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Savette dips to his left and cracks Magomedov with an uppercut!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Savette, as that shot connected.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov with a poor takedown #CL#
and Savette counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #BC#
Savette breaks from the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Savette defends it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jean Paul Savette dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Magomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Savette circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Savette as Magomedov shoots in.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Jean Paul Savette has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Magomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Savette gets double underhooks and turns Magomedov into the cage.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Magomedov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Savette - the referee stops the clock and Magomedov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Savette. Magomedov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Savette lands an overhand right.
Savette connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CUT#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.
Savette connects with a nice looking jab. #ROC#Magomedov is rocked!
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Savette closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Magomedov! Savette dives in looking to finish! Magomedov is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jean Paul Savette!

Event: HFC Fight Night 14
Date: Nov 21, 2023

#R1#
Tacarante lands with a right hand.
Tacarante stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tacarante wants it to stay on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tacarante! But no joy.
Tacarante lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tacarante looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov with a poor takedown
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tacarante cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Tacarante counters with a right hand to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Tacarante. That snapped Magomedov's head back.
Tacarante connects with a body shot that sends Magomedov's belly button to the back.
Magomedov dives in for a single leg takedown but Tacarante sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Tacarante. #BC2#
Tacarante breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tacarante bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magomedov's head backwards.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tacarante throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magomedov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tacarante ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tacarante lands with an uppercut that bounces Magomedov off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Tacarante jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tacarante works Magomedov's body with a nice hook.
Tacarante throws a good cross that connects.
Tacarante has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Tacarante counter with a right hand.
Tacarante throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Magomedov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a straight right hand.
Tacarante works Magomedov's body with a nice hook.
Magomedov tries to move into range but Tacarante moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tacarante.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tacarante lands a really nice looking cross but Magomedov seems unphased.
Tacarante stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Tacarante works Magomedov's body with a nice hook.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Tacarante tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tacarante manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Tacarante lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tacarante scores with a nice strike.
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
enabling Tacarante to counter with a crisp jab.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Tacarante counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tacarante leaves Magomedov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tacarante lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tacarante smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tacarante counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tacarante scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Magomedov has been working on his balance at ubergym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Tacarante.#T3#
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Tacarante is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Tacarante circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Tacarante counters with a series of strikes. Magomedov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tacarante tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Tacarante is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tacarante connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2#
Magomedov tries to sprawl but Tacarante drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tacarante in particular looking to stall.
Let's hope that Tacarante has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB2#
Tacarante is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tacarante in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tacarante pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Magomedov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Tacarante escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Tacarante!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Tacarante tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Tacarante has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tacarante wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Saul Tacarante dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tacarante lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Magomedov at a distance.
Tacarante moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tacarante as he jumps to the side.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a right hand to the body.
Tacarante scores with a one two! Magomedov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Tacarante lands a head shot.
Tacarante with a nice cross.
Tacarante with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab from Tacarante.
Tacarante lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nice cross by Tacarante.
Tacarante scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magomedov doesn't seem bothered though.
Magomedov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tacarante lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Magomedov dives in and grabs Tacarante's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tacarante pushes down on Magomedov's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magomedov fails with the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tacarante lands a lovely overhand right.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Tacarante counters with a stiff right hand.
Tacarante jabs Magomedov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A left lands for Tacarante.
Tacarante has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tacarante connects with a body shot.
Tacarante scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magomedov doesn't seem bothered though.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donk. Tacarante catches Magomedov right on the button with a cross.
Magomedov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Magomedov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tacarante to score with a decent uppercut.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tacarante smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tacarante scores with a jab to the head.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Tacarante counters with a stiff right hand.
Tacarante defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Tacarante lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Tacarante counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomedov with a poor takedown
letting Tacarante counter with a right hand.
Tacarante scores with a nice strike.
Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tacarante counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Tacarante counter with a right hand. #ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!#T3#
Tacarante scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oh Magomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tacarante throws out a powerful jab.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tacarante counters with a crisp right that sends Magomedov to the canvas! Tacarante follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Saul Tacarante!
A relieved looking Saul Tacarante thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: HFC 68:Handerson vs Smooth
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Hernandez stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Hernandez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.
Hernandez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Magomedov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hernandez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hernandez wants it to stay on the feet.
Magomedov fails with the takedown.
Nice takedown defense from Hernandez. No joy for Magomedov on that attempt.
Hernandez let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Hernandez circles away easily
and Hernandez counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Hernandez sprawls well.#T1#
Magomedov shoots in but Hernandez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hernandez unleashes a big counter combination but Magomedov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Magomedov has been working on his balance at ubergym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Hernandez.
Hernandez lands an overhand right.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hernandez counters with a right hand to the body.
Oh Magomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
BAM! Hernandez delivers a spinning backfist that drops Magomedov like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Arturo Hernandez!
An out of breath Arturo Hernandez thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC Fight Night 12
Date: Aug 24, 2023

#R1#
Lo scores with a hook to the body. Magomedov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lo shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Magomedov eats them both and turns towards Lo to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Lo connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Magomedov momentarily.
Lo just misses with a punch to the body.
Lo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
As Lo tries to get set, Magomedov tries to push him back and clinch up but Lo manages to avoid the attempt.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Lo.
No luck for Magomedov with that takedown attempt.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Lo scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Magomedov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lo manages to work his way to half guard, despite Magomedov's best efforts.#SUB2#
Lo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Magomedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Magomedov's back!
I really don't envy Magomedov right now. #T1#
Lo loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Magomedov hold on?
Magomedov tries to escape but Lo has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Magomedov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Good control from Lo.
Magomedov covering up well and avoiding damage.
Magomedov can't escape the position.
Lo trying to control.
Magomedov is in bad spot here.
Magomedov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Lo just sinks the hooks in.
Magomedov controlling his opponent's hands, preventing the submission attempt. #T2#
Magomedov avoids the strikes from Lo.
Magomedov is really stuck here.
Lo has Magomedov flattened out and is raining down punches.
Magomedov wants to escape the position.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Lo just sinks the hooks in. #SUB2#
Lo looking to break Magomedov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Magomedov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Lo will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Lo's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Magomedov turns into Lo and is now in his guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lo swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Lo controls Magomedov momentarily but Magomedov frees himself.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Lo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Lo keeps moving.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lo has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Magomedov has passed into side control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Magomedov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lo, who protects the arm well.
Lo manages to work his way to half guard, despite Magomedov's best efforts.
Lo manages to get to full guard.
Lo wants to sweep but no luck.
Magomedov connects with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lo is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mer Lo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A slow jab from Lo misses its intended target.
Magomedov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lo sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Magomedov somewhat.
Good shot there by Lo.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Magomedov.
Lo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Magomedov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Magomedov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Magomedov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Lo tries to buck Magomedov off but Magomedov is having none of it.#T1##SUB#
Magomedov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Lo gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lo is trying to control but can't.
Lo is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Magomedov slips a nice elbow through Lo's hands, connecting with Lo's forehead.
Lo trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Lo is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov.
Lo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hasbulla Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Lo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lo is controlling Magomedov's posture.#T3##SUB2#
Lo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Magomedov defends it easily.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Lo keeps moving.
Lo trying to control the position.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lo has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lo stuffs the takedown attempt from Magomedov. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lo displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Magomedovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Magomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Lo gets double underhooks and turns Magomedov into the cage. #TD#
Magomedov drags the fight down to the ground.
Lo forces his way into half guard.
Lo is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.
Lo is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mer Lo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Lo sprawls well.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Lo counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lo moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lo misses with a wild body shot.
Lo scores with a nice head shot.
Magomedov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lo as he avoids it easily.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Lo sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lo tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Lo lands a slapping body shot.
Lo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magomedov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lo digs a good hook to Magomedov's body.
Lo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Lo bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Lo, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Lo against the cage but Lo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lo throws a counter combo.
Lo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lo throws a big shot that misses.
Lo connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Magomedov's hands.
Lo leaves Magomedov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hasbulla Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Lo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magomedov doesn't seem bothered though.
A jab from Lo does it's job there.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lo dips to his left and cracks Magomedov with an uppercut!
Jab by Lo.
Lo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lo throws a combination. Magomedov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Lo displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!
Lo drops Magomedov with a big left hand! Magomedov is injured, injured bad! Lo jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mer Lo!
Mer Lo thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: HFC 58: Kangee vs Burgess
Date: Jul 29, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Louis manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Magomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Louis seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Louis closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Magomedov's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Louis from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Louis defends it easily.
Louis will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Louis trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ubergym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Louis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Louis wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Louis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Magomedov is tightening it up a little... Louis has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Louis reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Louis taps out! Nice BJJ there by Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Post fight, Hasbulla Magomedov stared into the camera and said 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: HFC 52: Sidorov vs Chai
Date: Jun 10, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Magomedov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #CUT#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Banjo shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Banjo was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Olu Banjo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hasbulla Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Banjo sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Banjo rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Magomedov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Banjo connects with a jab.
Banjo connects with the punch.
Banjo misses with a few strikes there.
Banjo is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Banjo's corner calls for a 1-2. Banjo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Magomedov takes one on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Magomedov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Banjo pinned against the cage. Banjo gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Banjo, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Banjo against the cage but Banjo circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Banjo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magomedov shoots in but Banjo avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Banjo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomedov.
Banjo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Banjo scores with a body shot.
Magomedov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#ROC#Magomedov is rocked!
Magomedov's coach down at ubergym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Magomedov's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Olu Banjo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Banjo lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Banjo finish him?
Banjo cracks Magomedov with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Magomedov tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Banjo pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Magomedov is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Olu Banjo!

Event: HFC 50:Maan vs Mferi
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1##CL#
Devereaux clinches. #TD2#
Magomedov jumps guard and drags Devereaux to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Devereaux is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Magomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Devereaux wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
Devereaux controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Devereaux from controlling successfully.
Magomedov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ubergym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Devereaux is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Devereaux pushes his legs off easily. #T1#
Devereaux wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Magomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Magomedov looking to control.
Devereaux content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Devereaux passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Devereaux pulls his head out easily.
Devereaux has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov tries to reverse the position but Devereaux maintains control.#T2#
Devereaux takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Devereaux trying to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Devereaux controlling his opponent.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Devereaux trying to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Devereaux avoids the attempt from Magomedov to control.#T3#
Devereaux controlling his opponent.
Devereaux will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Devereaux working for a guillotine from mount but Magomedov is in no mood to give up.
Devereaux trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Magomedov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Devereaux is working away from the top position though.
Magomedov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Magomedov.
Devereaux trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Magomedov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Devereaux is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Magomedov.
Devereaux trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away. #SUB#
Devereaux is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Magomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Magomedov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be looking for submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Devereaux wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Devereaux is looking for a sweep. Magomedov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrice Devereaux dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Devereaux enables Magomedov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Devereaux manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Magomedov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Devereaux trying to control the position.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Devereaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Devereaux trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Devereaux is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Devereaux wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Devereaux keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Devereaux controlling Magomedov's posture.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Magomedov lands a couple of elbows.
Magomedov works over Devereaux with some ground and pound from guard.
Devereaux working a defensive guard here.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Devereaux has wrist control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Devereaux 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.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Devereaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Devereaux not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Devereaux is pulling down on Magomedov's head. It's preventing any offense from Magomedov, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Magomedov feints and as Devereaux raises his hands in defense, Magomedov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Devereaux looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Devereaux controlling the position.#T3##SUB#
Devereaux is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Magomedov has his hands clasped together but Devereaux extends and breaks Magomedov's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Devereaux.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Patrice Devereaux!
Patrice Devereaux made sure to mention his sponsor, Shadow Realm Apparel in his post fight interview.

Event: HFC 46:Caceres vs Romero
Date: Apr 29, 2023

#R1##TD#
Magomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Magomedov showed some decent athleticism there.
Villanil is trying to control but can't.
Villanil looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Villanil defending well. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Villanil doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Villanil wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy. #T1#
Magomedov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Villanil defending well though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Villanil is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Villanil is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov.
Magomedov passes into side control, despite Villanil's attempt to control the position.
Magomedov working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Villanil knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Magomedov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Villanil is not content to let Magomedov control the position. #T3#
Magomedov has control of an arm but Villanil manages to advance to Magomedov's back!#SUB2#
Villanil looking to break Magomedov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Magomedov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Villanil will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Villanil is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Magomedov rolls, trying to escape but Villanil keeps control of the position.
Magomedov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Villanil patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Magomedov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Villanil jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Magomedov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB2#
Villanil wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Magomedov, who protects the arm well.
Magomedov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.
Magomedov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Villanil is aware though and is defending well.
Villanil wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Magomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Villanil can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Villanil postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Magomedov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Villanil, into his guard. #REVR#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hasbulla Magomedov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Villanil shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Magomedov as he jumps to the side.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Villanil shoots in for a takedown but Magomedov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov leaves Villanil with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hasbulla Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Allan John Villanil.#TD#
Villanil gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Villanil is looking for a triangle but Magomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Villanil is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Villanil is pulling down on Magomedov's head. It's preventing any offense from Magomedov, at least for the moment.
Villanil keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T1#
Villanil not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Villanil keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov controlling from the top position.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Villanil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Magomedov. #T2#
Villanil is looking to reverse the position.
Hasbulla Magomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Villanil is trying to control Magomedov's posture but Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Magomedov scores with punches from side control.
The ground and pound from Magomedov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Magomedov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Villanil struggling a bit here.#T3#
Magomedov scoring with punches and elbows.
Sloppy strikes there by Magomedov.#SUB#
Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Magomedov scores with punches from side control. #SUB#
Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Magomedov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4##SUB#
Magomedov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Villanil tries to buck Magomedov off but Magomedov is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
You can see the frustration on Villanil's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hasbulla Magomedov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Villanil shoots for a double leg takedown but Magomedov sprawls well. He's pushed Villanil's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Villanil shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Magomedov but Magomedov pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Villanil enables Magomedov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Villanil manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Villanil can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Villanil is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Magomedov is aware though and is defending well.
Magomedov throws a strike but Villanil rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Villanil avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Villanil avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Villanil drops back looking for a leg! Magomedov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Magomedov manages to kick Villanil off! Villanil jumps back into Magomedov's guard. #SUB2#
Villanil drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Magomedov dives on top into guard.#REVR##T1#
Magomedov throwing strikes but missing.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Magomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Villanil preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Magomedov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Magomedov trying to control but Villanil is working from the bottom.
Villanil preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Villanil keeps moving.
Magomedov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Villanil is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov stuffs the takedown.
Hasbulla Magomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Allan John Villanil.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Magomedov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Villanil rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Magomedov's guard! Nice work there by Villanil! #SUB2#
Villanil 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.
Villanil takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Villanil is aware though and is defending well.
Magomedov controlling the position.
Magomedov trying to keep a closed guard but Villanil is proving a slippery customer.
Hasbulla Magomedov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Villanil stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Villanil 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. #SUB#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Villanil defends it easily. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Villanil passes into side control.
Allan John Villanil has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hasbulla Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:26
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:26
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov took some time post fight to say the following; 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: HFC 42:Raynard vs Plutarque
Date: Apr 01, 2023

#R1#
Hassan ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Magomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Hassan defends well and Magomedov ends up having to push Hassan into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hassan is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Magomedov to keep the fight standing.
Hassan tries to pull guard but Magomedov holds him up against the cage and eventually Hassan drops back down to his feet.
A head punch on the inside from Hassan fails to land. #TD#
Magomedov successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hassan defends well.
Magomedov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hassan controlling from the top position.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hassan's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Hassan pushes his legs off easily.
Hassan looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB#
Magomedov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Hassan uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Magomedov reaches up around Hassan's neck trying to control. But Hassan takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Magomedov! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Magomedov is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Hassan celebrates the victory with the fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Abdi Hassan!
An out of breath Abdi Hassan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HFC 35:Sage vs Lee
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sadewa's waist but Sadewa gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Magomedov off to one side.
Sadewa lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.
Nakula Sadewa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov shoots in but Sadewa avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sadewa counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov has been working on his balance at ubergym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Sadewa.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sadewa connects with a crisp jab.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Sadewa tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sadewa manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Sadewa manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Magomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Magomedov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sadewa lands a right hook to the body.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Sadewa lands a hook that stumbles Magomedov back into the cage. Sadewa follows up with a straight and another hook that land right on the button, dropping Magomedov to the canvas! Sadewa pounces and lands several unanswered shots - Magomedov has had enough and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Nakula Sadewa!
A very excited looking Nakula Sadewa rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: HFC 31:Taranin vs Zapina
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov slips a straight right by Monkey.
Monkey lands a jab.
Monkey throws a shot to the body.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Monkey sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Monkey stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Monkey scores with a nice right hand.
A swing and a miss from Monkey.
Monkey is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Magomedov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Monkey to score with a decent uppercut.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Monkey counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Monkey lands with a straight right. Magomedov didn't see that one coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice cross by Monkey.
Rikz Monkey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Monkey looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Monkey connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Monkey, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Monkey against the cage but Monkey circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Monkey lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Magomedov backs up against the cage.
Monkey changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Monkey drops Magomedov with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Magomedov looks back up at him and smiles so Monkey waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Hasbulla Magomedov has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Monkey weaves into range and cracks Magomedov right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Magomedov goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Monkey is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rikz Monkey!
A pretty intense looking Rikz Monkey took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: HFC28:Clarke vs Dobrosavljevic
Date: Dec 24, 2022

#R1#
Magomedov stuffs the takedown.
Louis throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Hasbulla Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Magomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Louis manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Louis has wrist control.
Louis not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Louis keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Magomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Louis keeps moving.
Louis wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Louis keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Magomedov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Louis is looking for a triangle but Magomedov pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Louis is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Magomedov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Magomedov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at ubergym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Louis bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magomedov's guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Louis is aware though and is defending well.
Louis passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Louis is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Magomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Louis wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov keeping hold of Louis's head, controlling as best he can. #T3##SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Louis pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Louis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Magomedov defends it well.
Magomedov tries to get to full guard but Louis has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.
Louis wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Louis seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Magomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Louis pushes past his half guard into mount!
Louis looking to control but Magomedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Magomedov wants to hold on but Louis pushes him away.
Louis trying to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Magomedov is working to get back to half guard.
Louis tries to control but Magomedov wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hasbulla Magomedov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Louis manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Magomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Louis drops down looking for a counter takedown but Magomedov sprawls and moves away.
Louis connects with a high kick. #TD2#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Louis napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sloppy strikes there by Magomedov.
Magomedov controls the position from side control.
Louis wants to control but Magomedov postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Louis has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Magomedov but great work by Louis.#SUB#
Louis tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Magomedov is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Louis is staying active.
Louis wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy.
Magomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Louis keeps moving and retains side control.
Magomedov can't do much from the bottom here.
Louis wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working. #SUB#
Louis looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Magomedov prevents Louis from moving into mount. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Magomedov is trying to escape the position but Louis is controlling the position.
Magomedov tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Louis wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Louis goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magomedov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Louis but great work by Magomedov.
Magomedov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Magomedov is working Louis over with some ground and pound from side control.
Magomedov working away.#SUB2#
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but Louis sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Magomedov's guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Louis defends it easily. #SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Louis defends it easily.
Hasbulla Magomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Louis from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Louis trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Louis controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Magomedov is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Louis defends well.
Louis pushing down on Magomedov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.
Magomedov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Louis trying to mount his opponent but Magomedov defends it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a kimura from the bottom but Louis passes into side control!
Magomedov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Hasbulla Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Louis gets a double leg takedown into Magomedov's guard.
Louis trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Magomedov has his feet on Louis's thighs here. He's pushed Louis off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Louis screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: HFC 24:Maynard vs Magomedov
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1##CL#
Maynard has Magomedov up against the cage in a clinch. #TD2#
Magomedov drags the fight down to the ground.
Magomedov tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Magomedov has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Maynard is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to control Maynard's posture but Maynard avoids it.
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Maynard slows the pace down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Magomedov striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Magomedov is being controlled here.
Maynard'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.
Maynard will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Maynard takes a little break here. Magomedov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#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.
Magomedov defending against the ground and pound.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Magomedov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Maynard's best efforts.
Magomedov trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Maynard manages to pass to mount!
Magomedov is working to get back to half guard.
Maynard controlling from the full mount.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape. #T3#
Maynard controlling his opponent.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position but Maynard isn't that keen on the idea.
Maynard controlling the position easily from mount.
Magomedov is looking to get to half guard.
Magomedov wants to hold on but Maynard pushes him away.
Magomedov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Maynard unloads with some shots from mount but Magomedov bucks and avoids them well.
Magomedov slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Maynard content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov punching from the bottom. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dakota Maynard dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Magomedov gets tackled into the cage by Maynard. Maynard maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Magomedov successfully pulls guard.
Maynard looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Magomedov working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Maynard has passed into half guard! #SUB2#
Magomedov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Maynard escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Maynard!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An elbow from Maynard crashes against the mat.
Dakota Maynard overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face as Maynard controls the position.
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
Maynard trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
We've been informed that Magomedov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Magomedov is trying to control Maynard's posture but Maynard avoids it.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Magomedov gets back to half guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Maynard pulls his head out easily.
Magomedov is looking to get back to full guard here but Maynard has managed to pass to side control instead.
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't.
Maynard happy to just control the position for now.
Maynard is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Maynard taking a breather here.
Magomedov regains half guard.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Maynard trying to control the pace. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Maynard is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Maynard tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Maynard continues to stall.
Maynard can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Magomedov is looking to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov can't escape the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dakota Maynard dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Maynard moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Magomedov manages to pull guard.
Maynard engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Maynard defends well.
Maynard postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Maynard uses it to pass to side control.
Maynard controls the position from side control.#T1#
Maynard has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Magomedov keeps trying to improve his position.
Maynard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
A lull in the action here.
Further stalling from Maynard.
Hasbulla Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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.
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Maynard taking a breather here.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Maynard.#T3#
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Magomedov wants to control but Maynard postures up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL#
Maynard instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Magomedov pulls Maynard into guard.
Maynard not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Magomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Maynard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Maynard works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Maynard controlling the pace.
Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Maynard is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Maynard works his way into side control.
Dakota Maynard is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maynard taking a breather here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dakota Maynard showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Maynard has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dakota Maynard!

Event: HFC 20:Maynard vs Louis
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1#
No luck for Magomedov with that takedown attempt.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Be.
Be digs a good body shot into Magomedov's ribs.#CL2#
Magomedov tries to keep at a distance but Be has taken the fight into the clinch.
Be throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Be just stands there and leans against the cage.
Be lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Be lands an uppercut.
Be scores with a nice hook to the head.
Be misses with the head strike.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov has been working on his balance at ubergym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Be.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Be tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Be.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Be lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Be lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Be throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Be swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Be lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Be. #TD#
Magomedov drags the fight down to the ground. #SUB#
Magomedov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Be is defending well. Magomedov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Be has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Magomedov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: HFC Fight Night2
Date: Oct 06, 2022

#R1#
Magomedov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Akutagawa bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Akutagawa thuds a left hand into Magomedov's body.
Magomedov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Akutagawa!
Akutagawa lands a body shot. #TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Akutagawa scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Magomedov manages to mount him!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
Akutagawa knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.#SUB2#
Magomedov quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Magomedov but it's paid off an Akutagawa is forced to tap! Nice work by Magomedov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Post fight, Hasbulla Magomedov took to the microphone: 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 15, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Pending gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Magomedov has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Gulag Public Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Pending looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Magomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Pending's guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Magomedov lands a nice short elbow.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Magomedov lands a nice short elbow.#SUB2#
Magomedov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Pending could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Magomedov has cracked it and Pending is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Post fight, Hasbulla Magomedov stared into the camera and said 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: WFC 4: Ricci vs Silva
Date: Sep 03, 2022

#R1#
A left lands for Vera.
Magomedov takes a jab right on the kisser. #TD#
Magomedov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Vera is looking to get back to his feet here but Magomedov is keeping cool and he's managed to take Vera's back.
Magomedov throwing sloppy strikes. #SUB#
Magomedov is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Vera has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
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!
Vera is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
A lull in the action here. #T1##SUB#
Magomedov has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Vera is defending well but eventually Magomedov manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Vera has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Hasbulla Magomedov!
As Hasbulla Magomedov got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

Event: TWGC 37 (155lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 2022

150 cm
20 yrs
145 lbs

173 cm
27 yrs
157 lbs

Magomedov

Hitoshi

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Hasbulla Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Hirata Hitoshi!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Hitoshi counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Hitoshi#SUB2#
Hitoshi is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
Magomedov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Hitoshi seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov with the active half guard here but Hitoshi passes nicely into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (0) vs (5) Hitoshi
Magomedov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Hitoshi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Hitoshi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working. #SUB2#
Hitoshi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Hitoshi is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Magomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hitoshi wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Magomedov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (5) Hitoshi
Hitoshi keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hitoshi tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.#T2##SUB#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hitoshi gets full guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hitoshi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov preventing the sweep.
Hitoshi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Hitoshi is a very stocky fighter. Infact he's such a weird shape that he's almost like some sort of comedy character - it's hard to believe he's real.
Hitoshi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3#
Magomedov trying to control but Hitoshi is working from the bottom.
Magomedov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Magomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (5) vs (5) Hitoshi#SUB#
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Hitoshi is defending well.
Hitoshi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hitoshi is trying to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hitoshi has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hitoshi tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Hitoshi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hitoshi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Magomedov.
Magomedov wants to control but Hitoshi is keeping him busy. #T5##SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Hitoshi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hitoshi defends it well.
Hitoshi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Magomedov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Hitoshi is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Hitoshi has escaped and now he's on top!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (5) vs (7) Hitoshi
Magomedov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hitoshi wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #T6#
Hitoshi advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (5) vs (10) Hitoshi
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Hitoshi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Magomedov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hitoshi pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hitoshi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Hitoshi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T7##SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hitoshi pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Magomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Hitoshi. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hitoshi pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is working for a submission of some sort.
My spies in The Jungle Room inform me that Hitoshi has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T8##SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hitoshi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Magomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Magomedov is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T9##SUB2#
Hitoshi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hitoshi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Hitoshi looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Hitoshi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T10##SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hitoshi pulls his head out easily.
Magomedov trying to control but Hitoshi postures up. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is working for a kimura but Magomedov is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Hitoshi seems to be looking for submissions. #T11#
Hitoshi wants to control but Magomedov is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Magomedov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hitoshi is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is working for a submission of some sort.
Hitoshi passes to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (5) vs (13) Hitoshi#T12#
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Hitoshi tries for a kimura but Magomedov is defending well.
Magomedov wants to control but Hitoshi postures up.
Hitoshi trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hitoshi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hitoshi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T13#
Magomedov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Hitoshi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hitoshi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Hitoshi is trying to get an arm triangle but Magomedov is defending well. #T14##SUB2#
Hitoshi tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hitoshi has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hitoshi is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hitoshi trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hitoshi wins on points by 13 to 5.
After winning the bout, Hirata Hitoshi thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 30, 2022

#R1#
Diokno tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Diokno quickly recovers to half guard.
Diokno is trying is best to control the position here.
Magomedov has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Diokno trying to control here. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Diokno tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Diokno is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diokno is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Diokno avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Magomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Diokno sees it coming and defends easily.#T1##SUB#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Diokno is working from the bottom.
Magomedov slows the pace down in half guard.
Diokno keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diokno is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Diokno controlling the position for now.
Diokno blocking the ground and pound attempt from Magomedov.
Diokno trying to control here.
Magomedov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Magomedov 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.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.
Diokno has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Diokno has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Magomedov in particular looking to stall.
Diokno is concentrating on defense, preventing Magomedov from advancing position. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
Diokno keeping hold of Magomedov's head, controlling as best he can.
Magomedov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Magomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Diokno's head.
Diokno trying to control here. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but Diokno is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Magomedov to get the leverage.
Diokno is staying active underneath Magomedov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Diokno trying to control here. #SUB#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Diokno works his way to full guard. Good work.
Diokno looking to control.
Magomedov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Diokno has Magomedov pulled in close to control his posture.
Diokno keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass. #SUB#
Magomedov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Diokno working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Magomedov.
Diokno looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diokno being controlled here, momentarily.
Diokno trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hasbulla Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
Magomedov scores with a takedown into Diokno's guard.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Diokno is keeping the position.
Diokno pulls Magomedov in close to his closed guard and prevents Magomedov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Diokno is keeping the position.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Diokno is trying to control the position from the bottom.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Magomedov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov trying to control but Diokno is working from the bottom.
Diokno has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magomedov postures up. #T1#
Diokno trying to control the position here.
Magomedov chips away with some ground and pound.
Magomedov is fighting to break Diokno's control of his arms but Diokno is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Diokno is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Diokno looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Magomedov drops back looking for a leg! Diokno is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Diokno manages to kick Magomedov off! Magomedov jumps back into Diokno's guard.
Magomedov stops Diokno from standing up. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Diokno is trying to keep Magomedov in close.
Diokno has control of Magomedov's left arm, preventing Magomedov from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Diokno stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Diokno wants it to stay on the feet.
Some wild striking there from Diokno. #CL2#
Diokno gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Diokno can do to turn this around?
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Diokno obliges.
Diokno lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Magomedov.
Diokno stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
We've been informed that Diokno has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Diokno lands an elbow just above Magomedov 's eye.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Diokno has him pressed against the cage.
Magomedov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A knee to the head by Diokno.
Diokno landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Diokno throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Magomedov blocks it with crossed arms. #T3#
Diokno is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Magomedov jumps guard but Diokno turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Magomedov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Diokno fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Diokno misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Diokno sprawls well. He's pushed Magomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Diokno closes the distance and clinches.
Diokno lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Diokno utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Diokno comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Magomedov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Diokno landing knees to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Magomedov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Diokno is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Diokno lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Magomedov.
Diokno presses Magomedov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Diokno landing knees to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Diokno is pressed up against the cage. Magomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Diokno down to the mat. Diokno avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.#T4#
Diokno landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Chel Diokno seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Diokno lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Diokno lands a knee to the head.
Diokno gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Diokno connects with a nasty looking knee right to Magomedov's face.
Diokno is leaning against Magomedov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Diokno lands a body punch.
Diokno misses with a hook to the ribs.
Diokno lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Diokno turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Diokno connects with a nasty looking knee right to Magomedov's face.
Diokno goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Diokno.
Magomedov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Diokno walks away with a smile on his face. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Diokno chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A head kick misses from Diokno.
Chel Diokno is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Diokno but Diokno pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Diokno unleashes a big counter combination but Magomedov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chel Diokno showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Magomedov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Diokno sprawls well initially but Magomedov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Diokno slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Diokno wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Diokno is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Magomedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Magomedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diokno looking to control.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Diokno keeps moving.
Magomedov is looking to work some ground and pound but Diokno has wrist control.#ES2#
Diokno has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Magomedov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. #T1#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diokno as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Diokno rushes Magomedov and presses him up against the cage.
Diokno lands a body shot.
Magomedov takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Diokno obliges.
Diokno with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Diokno takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Diokno lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Diokno throws a knee to the head but misses.
Diokno using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Diokno using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Diokno is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Diokno is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hasbulla Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diokno using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Diokno forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Diokno.
Diokno gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Magomedov. #T2#
Diokno lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Diokno misses with a knee strike.
Diokno goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Diokno prevents it.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Diokno works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Diokno.
Diokno lands a knee to the head.
Diokno is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Diokno scores a nice knee to the body.
Diokno lands a nice knee to the body.
A short right from Diokno on the inside.
Diokno lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Diokno tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it. #T3#
Diokno scores with a knee to the head.
Magomedov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Diokno landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Diokno with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Diokno lands a body shot. #TD#
Magomedov pulls guard successfully.
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck.
Diokno wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling his posture from full guard.
Magomedov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T4#
Magomedov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Diokno is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Magomedov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Diokno is looking to defend but Magomedov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Diokno! Magomedov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Diokno taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.
In defeat, Chel Diokno stepped up to the mic, saying 'Granite Chin will come back!'.

Event: - GFC 1-
Date: Jan 30, 2022

#R1#
Magomedov tries to clinch up but Harper circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Harper is trying to stand. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Harper is just riding it out for now. Magomedov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Harper defends the submission attempt.
Harper really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Magomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Harper could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Magomedov has cracked it and Harper is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hasbulla Magomedov!
Hasbulla Magomedov took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'Abdu Rozik be careful I smesh you.'.

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