Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: C346: Petrov vs Gunnarsson
Date: Sep 29, 2024

#R1#
Tua Cara misses with a jab, cross combination.
Golov fails to land with a series of punches.
Golov lands an overhand right.
Tua Cara tries to clinch
and Golov counters with a nice body shot.
Tua Cara uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Golov.
Tua Cara throws a hook but Golov blocks it.
Tua Cara wants to clinch.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tua Cara manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tua Cara tries to close the distance and clinch but Golov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Some wild striking there from Tua Cara.
Tua Cara throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Golov.
Golov misses with a wild body shot.
Golov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Golov throws the left hand but Tua Cara avoids the punch easily.
Tua Cara scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Golov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tua Cara throws a series of punches but Golov avoids them all with ease.
Golov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tua Cara tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Golov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Golov stops Tua Cara from getting back to his feet.
Golov is pressing down on Tua Cara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tua Cara is holding on for now.
Tua Cara tries to kick Golov off but Golov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Tua Cara kicks Golov off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tua Cara throws out the jab.
Tua Cara lands a jab to the nose.#T2#
Golov lands with a straight right. Tua Cara didn't see that one coming.
Tua Cara misses with a two punch combination.
Tua Cara misses with an uppercut. Golov saw that one coming.
Tua Cara moves in looking to clinch but Golov pushes him off.
Tua Cara throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Tua Cara clinches with his opponent.
Tua Cara lands a right hand. #BC2#
Tua Cara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tua Cara throws a left and a right that both miss
and Golov counters with a left to the body.
Quebro Tua Cara is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tua Cara with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Golov to score with a decent uppercut.
Tua Cara gets cracked there but stands up to it. #CL2#
Tua Cara closes the distance and clinches.
Golov pushes Tua Cara back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tua Cara is trying to maintain a safe position but Golov gets an underhook and turns Tua Cara into the cage.
Golov lands a body punch. #T3#
Tua Cara is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC2#
Tua Cara escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Golov misses with a straight right.
Tua Cara looks to land a combination. Golov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tua Cara manages to avoid it.
Golov shoots in for a takedown but Tua Cara shows good takedown defense.
Golov lands a two punch combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Golov. Tua Cara does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tua Cara closes the distance looking to clinch
and Golov counters with a straight right hand.
Tua Cara slips a jab from Golov.
Golov moves out of range of the strikes.
Tua Cara throws a lazy head kick #TD#
and Golov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Tua Cara's guard.
Tua Cara wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Golov manages to pass to side control. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#REVB#
Golov controlling the pace.
Tua Cara scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Golov manages to mount him!
Golov controlling the position easily from mount.
Tua Cara is squirming around, avoiding Golov's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Grigori Golov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Golov throws a right hand that misses
and Tua Cara cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tua Cara takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Grigori Golov is winning the standup battle so far.
Tua Cara tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Tua Cara moves into range and clinches up with Golov.
Golov lands with a short shot to the head.
Tua Cara blocking some punches.
Golov misses with a punch to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Golov.
Tua Cara misses with a short punch on the inside.
Golov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tua Cara wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Golov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Tua Cara drives through and clinches with Golov against the cage.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Golov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tua Cara tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Golov avoids it.
Golov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tua Cara is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Golov is defending well for now.#T1#
Tua Cara blocking some punches.
Golov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Golov can't find room to land a body shot as Tua Cara controls the action. #BC2#
Tua Cara manages to break the clinch.
Golov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tua Cara.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tua Cara looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Golov is looking to counter punch.
Tua Cara slips under a jab.
Tua Cara avoids the body shot from Golov.
Golov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tua Cara throws a series of punches but Golov avoids them all with ease.
A jab lands there for Golov.
Tua Cara swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Golov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Golov is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
Tua Cara wants to stand up but Golov is controlling him.
Golov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tua Cara is looking to stand up but Golov isn't so interested in that idea.
Golov working some strikes from top position.
Tua Cara is looking to stand up but Golov isn't so interested in that idea. #T3##ES2#
Tua Cara pushes Golov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Golov shoots in for a double leg but Tua Cara sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tua Cara tries to clinch but Golov moves out of range.
Tua Cara tries to clinch up.
Golov keeps the fight on the outside.
Golov feinted with a counter takedown.
Tua Cara moves in looking to clinch but Golov pushes him off.
Golov looks for a takedown but Tua Cara sprawls well.
Tua Cara misses with a straight right.
Tua Cara misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
Golov swats away the attempt to clinch by Tua Cara.#T4#
Tua Cara fails with an attempt to clinch.
Golov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tua Cara bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Golov's head.
Golov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tua Cara.
Golov takes a swing at Tua Cara's ribcage but misses.
Tua Cara looks to land a combination but Golov avoids it well.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tua Cara looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tua Cara throws a one two combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Golov misses with a hook.#TD#
Tua Cara gets caught napping as Golov dives in and scores a takedown. Tua Cara manages to retain guard.
Golov stops Tua Cara from standing up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Grigori Golov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Tua Cara clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Golov breaks from the clinch.
Golov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tua Cara tries to close the distance and clinch but Golov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Golov circles away from the clinch attempt.
No joy there for Tua Cara, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tua Cara tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Golov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Golov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Tua Cara throws a series of punches but Golov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tua Cara tries to clinch up
and Golov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Some wild striking there from Tua Cara. #T1#
Tua Cara fails to land with a series of punches.
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Tua Cara looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tua Cara wants to clinch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Golov tries to throw a body punch but Tua Cara avoids it by throwing Golov back against the cage.
Tua Cara misses with a knee strike.
Quebro Tua Cara seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Golov managing to block the knees to the body from Tua Cara.
Nice body punch from Golov - that landed with a thud. #T2#
Golov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tua Cara wants to break free but Golov has control.
Golov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from Golov.
Golov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Golov tries a body shot but Tua Cara blocks it. #BC2#
Tua Cara breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Golov throws out a loose jab but Tua Cara uses good head movement to avoid it.
Golov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A slow jab from Golov misses its intended target.
Tua Cara walks into a straight right hand from Golov.
Tua Cara misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Golov throws a right hand that misses
and Tua Cara counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tua Cara tries to clinch up but Golov circles away and keeps his distance.
Tua Cara scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Golov misses with an uppercut. Tua Cara saw that one coming.
Despite the aggression on Tua Cara's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tua Cara misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
Golov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Golov looks to land a left hand but Tua Cara moved out of range nicely.
Golov lands a body shot.
Quebro Tua Cara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Golov throws an overhand right that lands on Tua Cara's shoulder, as Tua Cara tries to avoid the shot.
Tua Cara pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Golov back to the cage. Tua Cara follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tua Cara tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Golov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Jab, jab by Golov - just one landing.
Quebro Tua Cara is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Golov misses with a hook.
Golov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Golov gets the takedown into side control.
Tua Cara tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tua Cara is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Golov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Tua Cara?
Grigori Golov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Golov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tua Cara is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Grigori Golov.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Golov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Grigori Golov!

Event: C338: Cheese vs Green III
Date: Sep 01, 2024

#R1#
Acerbi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Golov throws a lazy right hand but Acerbi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big left from Acerbi misses.
Golov feints the counter takedown.
Golov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Acerbi fails to land with a series of punches.
Golov lands a right hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Acerbi.
Acerbi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Acerbi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Acerbi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Golov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Acerbi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A jab from Acerbi does it's job there.
Acerbi turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Golov punishes Acerbi's body with a nice straight punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Golov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Acerbi throws out the jab.
Acerbi lands a really nice looking cross but Golov seems unphased.
Panfilo Acerbi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Golov scores with a jab.
Panfilo Acerbi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Acerbi misses with a body shot.
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Acerbi is just out of range.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
Acerbi throws a sloppy head kick and Golov moves out of range easily.
Acerbi misses with a head kick.
Acerbi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Golov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Acerbi dips to his left and cracks Golov with an uppercut!
Acerbi misses with a low kick.
Acerbi thows a leg kick but Golov checks it
and Golov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Golov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Golov avoids the body shot from Acerbi.
Acerbi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Acerbi throws a sloppy body shot
and Golov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Acerbi.
Golov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Golov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Acerbi in his tracks. #T2#
Golov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Acerbi.
Acerbi slips a jab from Golov.
Acerbi seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Acerbi walks into a straight right hand from Golov.
Acerbi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Acerbi throws a body shot but no joy.
Acerbi looks to land a combination but Golov avoids it well.
Acerbi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Golov scores with a jab. Acerbi acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Acerbi fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Golov lands a right hook to the body.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Acerbi manages to avoid it.
Golov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Acerbi tries a head kick but it misses.
Golov connects with a jab.
A slapping leg kick lands for Acerbi. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Acerbi. Golov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Golov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Golov swings for the body but Acerbi moves out of range.
Golov connects with a looping right hand.
Acerbi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Golov.
Acerbi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Golov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Acerbi counters with an outside leg kick.
Acerbi lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Acerbi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Acerbi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Golov counters with a left to the body.
Golov swinging wildly here.
Acerbi connects with a right hand. Golov shakes it off.
Acerbi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Acerbi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Golov jabs Acerbi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Golov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Acerbi tries a low kick but Golov avoids it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Acerbi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Acerbi throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.
Golov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Acerbi defends it well.
Acerbi lands a high kick!
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Acerbi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Golov.
Acerbi is looking to counter with head kicks.
Acerbi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Golov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Golov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Acerbi.
Golov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Acerbi had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Acerbi throws a body shot but no joy.
A big left from Acerbi misses.
Acerbi misses with a jab to the body
and Golov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Golov needs to keep his hands up - Acerbi had a free shot at his head there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Grigori Golov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Acerbi throws a leg kick but Golov checks it.
Acerbi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Acerbi blocks a jab.
Acerbi fires out a quick counter leg kick but Golov just manages to avoid it.
Golov connects with a single shot there.
Acerbi misses with a low kick as Golov jumps back.
Acerbi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Golov throws an off balance right hand
and Acerbi counters with a slapping leg kick.
Golov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Acerbi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Golov.
That kick from Acerbi tenderised Golov's leg. Golov is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Acerbi throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
so Golov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Golov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Acerbi working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Golov has passed 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!
Acerbi desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T1#
Acerbi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Acerbi is trying to maintain the position but Golov is very close to passing his half guard.
Acerbi wants to control but Golov passes into side.
Golov trying to control the position but Acerbi is working away.
Acerbi is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Acerbi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Golov is thwarting Acerbi's attempts to control the position.
Acerbi taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Acerbi wants to improve his position but Golov is controlling well.
Acerbi manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Golov looking to improve position, pressing down on Acerbi's thigh with his hand. Acerbi seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Golov paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Golov's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Acerbi picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Panfilo Acerbi!

Event: RFL 10
Date: Aug 24, 2024

#R1#
Water lands with a straight right. Golov didn't see that one coming.
Golov blocks a jab.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jab by Golov.
Golov scores with a punch to the head.
Golov shoots in for a takedown but Water shows good takedown defense.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Water manages to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Golov. That snapped Water's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL2#
Golov moves into the clinch.
Golov gets through Water's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T1#
Golov is working Water over against the cage.
Water misses with a hook from the clinch.
Golov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Golov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Golov misses with a hook
and Water connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Water waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Golov.
Water displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Golov throws out the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Water on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Water lands a right hook to the body.
Golov lands a jab to Water's midsection.
Water has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Roosters Coop in the buildup to the fight.
Water lands with a straight right. Golov didn't see that one coming.
Golov lands with a straight right. Water didn't see that one coming.#T2#
Water misses with a low kick.
Water staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Water on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Golov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Water looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL2#
Golov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Water is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Golov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Golov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Water pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Water swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
Water is trying to force a seperation but Golov has the dominant position.
Golov tries to throw a body punch but Water avoids it by throwing Golov back against the cage.
Golov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Golov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Golov pushes Water back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Golov looking for a takedown.
Hot Water has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grigori Golov.
Nice body punch from Golov.
Golov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Golov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Water pulls his leg out and moves away.
Water on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Golov slips under a jab.
Water drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Water throws a looping overhand right but Golov ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Water throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Golov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Golov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A big left from Water misses.
Golov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Golov checks a leg kick. #CL2#
Golov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Water, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Golov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Water tries to keep at a distance but Golov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Golov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Water.
Golov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Golov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Water misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Golov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Water swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Water is looking to counter punch.
Water misses with a straight right.
And Golov tries to counter it with a takedown but Water pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Golov slips a jab from Water.
Golov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hot Water seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Golov stuns Water with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Water walks into a straight right hand from Golov.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Golov, as that shot connected.
Water keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Golov.
Water takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Golov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Water misses with a series of wild punches.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Water looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Golov catches Water with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#Water is rocked!
Golov shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Water takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Golov sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Water bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Grigori Golov!

Event: SMASH: Veainu vs Bonaparte
Date: Jul 28, 2024

#R1#
Reefer misses with a hook to the body #TD#
and Golov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Golov.
Reefer not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Golov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Reefer can do anything to dispel that myth.
Reefer 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.
Golov looking to sit in guard and control but Reefer gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Golov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Reefer is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Reefer manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
We've been hearing that Golov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Golov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Golov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Reefer's head.#T1#
Reefer being controlled here, momentarily.
Golov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Reefer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Golov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Reefer swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Reefer looking for a sweep. Not yet Reefer, not yet.
Golov cracks Reefer with a solid left hand.
Reefer trying to keep a closed guard but Golov is proving a slippery customer.
Reefer avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Golov is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Golov trying to control but Reefer is working from the bottom.
Golov throws a big elbow that misses.
Reefer tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Golov pushing down on Reefer's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Golov wants to pass the guard but Reefer is defending well.
Golov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Golov 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.
Golov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Reefer is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Golov thows a huge punch but Reefer dodges it nicely.
Reefer is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Jim Reefer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golov tries to bum rush Reefer with a series of wild strikes but Reefer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Golov swings widly with a right hand
and Reefer counters with a stiff right hand.
Golov staying out of range there.
Golov cracks a nice hook into Reefer's ribs.
Reefer slips a straight right by Golov.
Reefer throws a leg kick that misses.
Reefer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Golov throws out a loose jab but Reefer uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reefer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Reefer throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Reefer misses with a low kick as Golov jumps back.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Golov staying out of range there.
Golov throws a poor cross that misses
and Reefer counters with a straight right hand.
Golov throws a jab when Reefer was well out of range.
Golov takes a kick to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Reefer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Golov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Reefer counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Golov slips a jab and a cross from Reefer.
Reefer throws a hook to the side of Golov's head but Golov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Reefer fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Reefer thows a left - swing and a miss!
A swing and a miss from Golov.
Jim Reefer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A combination from Reefer does no damage.
Golov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Reefer ducks under a wild hook from Golov.
Reefer misses with an attempted mid kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jim Reefer will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Golov blocks a jab.
Reefer misses with a kick to the body.
Golov throws a shot from downtown. Reefer moves away and avoids it.
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Reefer is just out of range.
Golov throws a big shot that misses.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
Reefer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Golov manages to avoid it.
Reefer keeps Golov at a distance using the push kick.
A big left from Reefer misses.
Jim Reefer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A telegraphed right hand from Reefer misses the target.
Golov throws a poor cross that misses
and Golov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reefer lands a front kick.
Golov slips a straight right by Reefer.
Reefer finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Reefer does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Reefer connects with an inside leg kick.
Reefer lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Golov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Reefer is just out of range.
Reefer misses with a kick to the body.
Golov misses with a few strikes there.
Reefer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Reefer scores with a sloppy right hand. Golov should have avoided that one.
Reefer pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Reefer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Golov throws out the jab.
Reefer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Golov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Reefer controlling the position well.
Golov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Reefer is staying active underneath Golov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Reefer really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Golov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Golov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Reefer wants to get back to full guard.
Reefer blocking the ground and pound attempt from Golov.
Reefer taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Golov controlling the action here.
Reefer taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Golov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Golov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Golov thows a huge punch but Reefer dodges it nicely.
Golov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Reefer defending well though.
Reefer keeping control of the position.
Golov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Golov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Golov trying to control the action but Reefer is working from the bottom.
Well, if Golov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T4#
Grigori Golov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Reefer moves into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Reefer is on top in guard. #REVB#
Reefer is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Golov throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jim Reefer will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Golov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Golov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Reefer throws a front kick that sends Golov stumbling back into the cage.
Golov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Golov slips under a jab.
Golov slips a jab and a cross from Reefer.
Reefer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Reefer misses the jab.
Golov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Reefer as he connects with a hook.
Golov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Reefer misses with a low kick as Golov jumps back.
Golov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reefer was well out of range. Poor timing from Golov.
Golov catches Reefer with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Reefer misses with a few strikes there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Reefer throws out a loose jab but Golov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Reefer shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Golov thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Golov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
That kick from Reefer tenderised Golov's leg. Golov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Reefer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Reefer tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Golov misses the jab.
Reefer thows a left - swing and a miss!
Golov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Reefer scores with a head kick. Golov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Reefer fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Reefer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Golov connects with a body shot.
Reefer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Reefer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Golov tries to counter with a takedown but Reefer is quick to defend against it.
A left and a right from Reefer both land. Nice combination. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Golov lands a jab to Reefer's midsection.
Golov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Reefer misses the jab.
Reefer connects with the punch.
Reefer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Golov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Golov misses with an uppercut.
Golov takes a swing at Reefer's ribcage but misses.
Reefer tries to bum rush Golov with a series of wild strikes but Golov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Golov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Reefer can pounce on him.
Golov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Reefer.
Golov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Golov gets a clinch.
Golov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Golov has a couple of punches blocked by Reefer. #T3#
Golov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Reefer's elbow.
Golov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
Golov can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reefer misses with a hook to the ribs.
Reefer tries to work over Golov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Golov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Golov misses with a punch to the body.
Reefer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Reefer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Golov is working Reefer over against the cage.
Nice body punch from Golov.
Reefer prevents a body shot from Golov.
Golov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Golov lands with a short shot to the head.
Golov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Reefer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Golov lands a nice uppercut.
Golov misses with a punch on the inside.
Golov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Reefer fights it off and pushes away nicely. #T4#
Golov throws a body punch but Reefer moves out of range.
Golov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Reefer.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov misses with an uppercut
and Reefer counters with an outside leg kick.
Grigori Golov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reefer throws a big shot that misses.
Golov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Golov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Golov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Reefer throws out a counter right but Golov avoids it with no problem.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reefer manages to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Reefer.
Reefer lands with a thumping leg kick.
Golov loads up on a big right hand but Reefer slips the punch.
Golov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Reefer takes one on the button.
Reefer takes a swing at Golov's ribcage but misses.
Reefer throws a wild combination but nothing lands.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Jim Reefer!
A relieved looking Jim Reefer 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: SMASH: Dankovich vs Drago
Date: Jul 07, 2024

#R1#
Gable scores with a nice strike.
Golov misses with a two punch combination.
Gable scores with a hook.#TD2#
Golov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Gable's guard.
Golov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Golov postures up in Gable's guard and throws a big left but Gable blocks it.
Gable pulls Golov in to control the position.
Golov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Golov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Golov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gable is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gable is pulling down on Golov's head to control his posture. #T1#
Golov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gable bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Golov's guard. #REVR#
Golov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Golov is continuing to stall.
Gable postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Golov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gable is one step ahead there.
Gable throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gable accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gable 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.
Gable trying to control the position from guard on top but Golov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gable accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Gable lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Gable is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Golov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Golov wants to sweep but no luck.
Golov keeping moving, preventing Gable from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Gable moves away from the strike by Golov.
Gable half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Gable moves out of range of the strikes.
Golov walks into a straight right hand from Gable.
Jab, jab by Golov - just one landing.
Gable shoots in for a takedown but Golov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Gable throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Golov was covering up waiting for the punch and Gable finishes the takedown easily into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Gable accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Golov 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.
Gable throws an elbow that misses. Golov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Gable's guard. Nice move by Golov!#REVB##T4#
Golov preventing the sweep.
Golov slips nicely into half guard.
Golov trying to control from half guard but Gable is working away.
Gable avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gable makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Gable.
Gable is adopting a defensive guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Dan Gable will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Golov misses with a straight left.
Gable fails with a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Golov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gable was covering up waiting for the punch and Golov finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Gable pushes Golov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov throws an overhand right that lands on Gable's shoulder, as Gable tries to avoid the shot.
Gable throws a low kick, looking for Golov's leg but Golov calmly moves out of range. #TD#
Gable gets a takedown into half guard.
Gable works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gable looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Gable lands a big shot there that rocks Golov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Gable has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Golov's face. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gable throwing strikes here but Golov is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Gable misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Golov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gable working the ground and pound effectively.
Gable sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Gable avoids the attempt from Golov to control.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Gable cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
We've been hearing that Gable has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
A big strike lands for Gable! That's really hurt Golov and he's turned his back - Gable keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Gable jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dan Gable!
An out of breath and clearly excited Dan Gable thanked Furnace Performance ðŸ”¥ for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: SMASH: Tryastsyn vs Veainu
Date: Jun 02, 2024

#R1#
Lutang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Golov.
Lutang is looking to land body kicks.
Lutang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lutang lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Golov cracks Lutang with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A nice leg kick from Lutang, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lutang misses with a low kick.
Golov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lutang looks to score with a jab to the body but Golov is just out of range.
Golov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Lutang lands a nice looking kick to the body. Golov takes a step back to recover.
Lutang scores with a decent looking hook.
Golov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lutang.
Lutang throws out a counter right but Golov avoids it with no problem.
Lutang avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lutang dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lutang throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Lutang tries to land a body kick#TD#
so Golov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Golov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lutang's head.
Golov trying to control but Lutang is working from the bottom.
Lutang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lutang keeping full guard, as Golov tries to pass.
Lutang preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Golov works over Lutang with some ground and pound from guard.
Golov lands a couple of elbows.
Lutang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Golov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Lutang is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Golov 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.#T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Golov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Golov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lutang has Golov pulled in close to control his posture.
Golov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lutang pulls Golov in close to prevent any damage.
Lutang is continuing to stall.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lutang can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Golov passes Lutang's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Golov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Lutang moves into full guard.
Golov passes Lutang's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Golov wants to take a breather but Lutang is having none of it.
Lutang is in trouble now - Golov has advanced to mount!
Lutang takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Golov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Lutang is working to get back to half guard.
Lutang wants to control but Golov is having none of it.
Lutang is really trying hard to get back to his feet. #T4#
Lutang is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Golov working the ground and pound effectively.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Golov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Lutang?
Lutang takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Lutang tries to lock up and control but Golov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lutang tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Lutang is bucking up trying to escape but Golov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Lutang is trying desperately to improve position.
Golov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Lutang throws a shot from downtown. Golov moves away and avoids it.
Lutang wants to land a leg kick but Golov is out of range.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lutang manages to avoid it.
Lutang staying out of range there.
Lutang uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Golov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lutang.
Lutang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Golov checks a low kick from Lutang.
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lutang can do to turn this around?
Lutang throws a head kick but Golov moves out of range.
Golov looks to throw the jab but Lutang is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Lutang.
Golov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Golov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lutang finds it's way round the side to connect with Golov's head.
Lutang scores with a hook.
Golov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Lutang slips under a jab from Golov.
Golov lands a jab to Lutang's midsection.
Golov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lutang loads up on a big right hand but Golov slips the punch.
Golov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lutang was well out of range. Poor timing from Golov.
Lutang cracks a nice hook into Golov's ribs.
Golov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Golov scores with a decent looking hook.
Golov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
That kick from Lutang tenderised Golov's leg. Golov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sun Lutang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A jab from Lutang misses.
Lutang lands a nice hook to Golov's body. Golov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lutang throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2#
Lutang with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Golov closes the distance and pushes Lutang back into the cage.
Golov lands a left hand.
Lutang misses with a short punch on the inside.
Golov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Golov digs a right hand underneath Lutang's ribcage. Lutang let out a lung full of air as it connected.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lutang creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Golov throws a head punch that misses.
Lutang doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Golov presses Lutang against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lutang lands a right hand that snaps the head of Golov backwards.
Lutang misses with a body punch.
Golov blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Lutang.
Lutang works on Golov's body with a couple of short punches.
Golov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Lutang gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Golov scores with a hook to the body.#T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Golov.
Lutang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lutang prevents a body shot from Golov.
Golov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Lutang fails to land.
Lutang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lutang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Golov's elbow.
Lutang tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Golov.
A short left from Lutang.
Golov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Golov misses with a punch on the inside.
Golov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Golov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lutang after a bit of a struggle.
Lutang misses with a body punch.
Golov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lutang tries to throw a body punch but Golov avoids it by throwing Lutang back against the cage.
Lutang lands a body punch.
Lutang tries to throw a body punch but Golov avoids it by throwing Lutang back against the cage.
Golov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short uppercut from Golov. #T4#
Golov blocks a body shot from Lutang.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golov blocks an uppercut.
Golov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lutang tries to work over Golov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Grigori Golov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Golov breaks the clinch.
A good leg kick by Lutang.
Lutang waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Golov.
Lutang attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Golov misses with a body shot.
Lutang throws out a counter right but Golov avoids it with no problem.
Sun Lutang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Lutang throws out a powerful jab.
Golov fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lutang avoids the body shot from Golov.
Golov works Lutang's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Lutang gets tackled into the cage by Golov. Golov maintains the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sun Lutang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Lutang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Lutang is just out of range.
Lutang changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab lands there for Lutang.
Lutang looks for the body kick but Golov saw that one coming.
Golov missing with a left hand there. Lutang was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lutang misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Golov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lutang.
Lutang thumps Golov with a low kick.
Lutang lands with a thumping leg kick.
Golov misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lutang throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.
Lutang looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lutang swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Golov checks a low kick from Lutang.#T1#
Golov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Golov slips under a jab from Lutang.
Golov closes the distance and clinches up with Lutang, looking for a takedown. Golov pushes Lutang against the cage but Lutang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Golov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Golov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lutang throws a body punch but Golov moves out of range.
Golov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lutang takes a swing at Golov's ribcage but misses.
Lutang misses with a right hand
and Lutang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lutang staying out of range there.
Lutang thuds his right hand into Golov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Lutang jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lutang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lutang ducks right into an uppercut from Golov.
Golov shoots in and drives through. Lutang sprawls well.#T2#
Lutang throws a hook but Golov blocks it.
Lutang pivots, looking for a leg kick but Golov is out of range and Lutang settles back down.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Golov!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lutang throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Golov counters with a shoot takedown. Lutang fights it but they end up in guard.
Lutang pulls Golov in close to prevent any damage.
Lutang trying to keep a closed guard but Golov is proving a slippery customer.
Lutang controlling the position.
Golov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Golov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lutang is on top in guard. #REVB##T3#
Golov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lutang is on top in guard. #REVB#
Lutang stopping the sweep attempt from Golov.
Lutang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Golov is trying to keep Lutang in close. #T4#
Lutang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Golov working a defensive guard here.
Golov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lutang is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Lutang won't allow Golov to sweep him here.
Golov being controlled here, momentarily.
Lutang won't allow Golov to sweep him here.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sun Lutang!
A relieved looking Sun Lutang 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: SMASH: Prescott vs Thai 3
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
Golov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Cheese counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cheese keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Donk. Golov catches Cheese right on the button with a cross.
Golov tries to move into range but Cheese moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Golov as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Cheese gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Golov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Cheese has control of Golov's left arm, preventing Golov from doing any damage.
Golov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Golov wants to control from the top but Cheese keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Golov stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Cheese has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Golov manages to get his head free but now Cheese has transitioned to an armbar! Golov grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Cheese! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Richard Cheese!
A very excited looking Richard Cheese made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: SMASH: Jones vs Silver
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Williams closes this distance looking for a takedown but Golov circles away.
Williams shoots in for a double leg but Golov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Williams fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Golov avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jaxon Williams. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Williams shoots in but Golov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Williams fails with the takedown
letting Golov counter with a right hand.
Golov lands a right hook to the body.
Williams fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Golov as Williams shoots in.
Williams shoots in but Golov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Williams tries for a takedown but Golov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Williams misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Golov is looking for the big counter here.
Golov cracks Williams with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Golov connects with a right hand. Williams shakes it off.
Williams shoots in for a takedown but Golov shows good takedown defense.
Golov throws out a counter right but Williams avoids it with no problem.
Golov leaves Williams with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Golov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Williams looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Golov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Williams with a body shot.
Williams fails with the takedown
and Golov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2##KD2#
Golov lands a left and a right that send Williams crashing to the mat, dazed. Golov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Williams is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Williams shoots for a double leg takedown but Golov sprawls well. He's pushed Williams's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Oh Williams is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Williams tries to score a power double leg takedown but Golov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Williams somewhat.
Williams is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Golov sends Williams crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Golov is motioning to the referee to let Williams up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Golov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Williams.
Golov lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Williams is looking to close the distance but Golov sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Williams crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Williams is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Grigori Golov!

Event: WVT 224: Seanoa v Anderson 2
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1##TD#
Azevedo Souza decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Azevedo Souza trying to control the action but Golov is working from the bottom.
Azevedo Souza looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Azevedo Souza stalling away here and it's allowed Golov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Golov keeping moving, preventing Azevedo Souza from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Azevedo Souza looking to sit in guard and control but Golov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Azevedo Souza pulls Golov in to control the position. #T1##SUB#
Azevedo Souza working for a triangle but Golov defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Azevedo Souza working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Azevedo Souza has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Azevedo Souza is pulling down on Golov's head to control his posture.
Azevedo Souza has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Golov slips nicely into half guard.
Golov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Azevedo Souza tries to lock up and control but Golov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Azevedo Souza regains half guard.
Azevedo Souza wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Azevedo Souza is controlling Golov's trapped leg to prevent Golov from advancing to side control.
Azevedo Souza wants to get back to full guard.
Azevedo Souza gets back to full guard.
Azevedo Souza is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Azevedo Souza is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Golov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB#
Azevedo Souza looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Azevedo Souza pulls Golov in to control the position. #SUB#
Azevedo Souza has his feet on Golov's thighs here. He's pushed Golov 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! Golov screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Miguel Azevedo Souza!
A relieved looking Miguel Azevedo Souza 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: APEX 15
Date: Dec 17, 2023

#R1#
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Golov blocks it.
Golov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sitsongrit thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
A quick step to the side and Sitsongrit tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Golov is able to avoid easily.
Golov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Golov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sitsongrit with a nice calf kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit cracks Golov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Golov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Golov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Golov slips under a jab from Sitsongrit.#T1#
A jab from Sitsongrit does it's job there.
Sitsongrit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Golov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Golov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
That kick from Sitsongrit tenderised Golov's leg. Golov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Golov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Nice takedown defense from Sitsongrit. No joy for Golov on that attempt.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but Golov moved away.
Sitsongrit swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Golov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Golov moves away.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Golov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been told by Sitsongrit's head coaches at Sitsongrit Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Golov misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sitsongrit tries to clinch but Golov moves out of range.
Sitsongrit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Golov with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.#T2#
Sitsongrit scores with a hook to the body. Golov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws an overhand right that lands on Golov's shoulder, as Golov tries to avoid the shot.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Golov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Golov's head but Golov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Golov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice uppercut lands for Golov. That snapped Sitsongrit's head back.
Sitsongrit throws a low kick, looking for Golov's leg but Golov calmly moves out of range.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Golov checks it well.
Golov punishes Sitsongrit's body with a nice straight punch.
Golov dips to his left and cracks Sitsongrit with an uppercut!#T3#
Golov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Golov slips under a jab.
Golov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sitsongrit manages to avoid it.
Sitsongrit throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Golov counters with a shoot takedown. Sitsongrit fights it but they end up in guard.
Sitsongrit is pulling down on Golov's head. It's preventing any offense from Golov, at least for the moment.
Sitsongrit wants to stand but Golov is controlling the position.
Sitsongrit working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Golov.
Golov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sitsongrit is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
Golov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Golov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Golov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Golov working his ground and pound in the gym.
Golov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sitsongrit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Golov is looking to work some ground and pound but Sitsongrit has wrist control.
Golov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Sitsongrit keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully.
Sitsongrit preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Golov throwing strikes but missing.
Sitsongrit is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Golov is controlling him.
Golov stopping the sweep attempt from Sitsongrit.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kongthoranee Sitsongrit dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Golov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sitsongrit at a distance.
Golov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Golov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Golov moves away.
Sitsongrit throws a lazy right hand but Golov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Golov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Golov on the side of the head.
A jab from Golov finds it's way through Sitsongrit's defenses.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sitsongrit looks to land a right hand but Golov moved out of range.
Golov with the counter takedown but Sitsongrit avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Golov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Golov throws out a loose jab but Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Golov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sitsongrit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
Sitsongrit throws a looping overhand right but Golov ducks down to avoid it.
Golov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Sitsongrit.
Golov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Golov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
Golov walks into a stiff left hand from Sitsongrit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Golov. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Golov slips a straight right by Sitsongrit.
Golov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sitsongrit defends it well.
Sitsongrit throws out a loose jab but Golov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sitsongrit digs a good body shot into Golov's ribs.
Golov avoids a kick to the body.
Golov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sitsongrit.
It looked like Sitsongrit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Sitsongrit throwing a counter right hand but Golov manages to avoid it.
Golov throws a poor cross that misses
and Sitsongrit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Golov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sitsongrit momentarily.
Sitsongrit with the inside leg kick.
Sitsongrit jabs at Golov's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Golov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Golov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sitsongrit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sitsongrit with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.#T3#
Golov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Golov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sitsongrit.
Golov feints the counter takedown.
Golov ducks under a wild hook from Sitsongrit.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Sitsongrit motions for Golov to come forward. Sitsongrit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Golov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Sitsongrit loads up on a big right hand but Golov slips the punch.
Sitsongrit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Golov can do to turn this around?
Golov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sitsongrit misses the jab.
Golov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sitsongrit throws out the jab.
Sitsongrit throws a hook but Golov avoids it easily.
Sitsongrit throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.#T4#
Golov takes one on the button.
Sitsongrit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sitsongrit misses with a body punch
and Golov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sitsongrit just misses with a punch to the body.
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A slow jab from Sitsongrit misses its intended target.
Sitsongrit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Golov moves away.
Sitsongrit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Golov.
Golov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sitsongrit sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sitsongrit ducks under a wild hook from Golov.
Sitsongrit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Golov throws a body punch but Sitsongrit moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kongthoranee Sitsongrit dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A jab from Golov misses.
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Golov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sitsongrit darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sitsongrit throws a hook to the side of Golov's head but Golov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sitsongrit misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Golov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sitsongrit working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Golov.
Golov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sitsongrit seems keen to control Golov's posture.#T1#
Golov wants to control from the top but Sitsongrit keeps moving.
Sitsongrit is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Golov preventing the sweep.
Golov throws a big elbow that misses.
Golov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sitsongrit wants to sweep but no luck.
Sitsongrit wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sitsongrit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Golov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sitsongrit misses with a straight left.
Golov feints the counter takedown.
The fighters circling - Golov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Golov looks to land a right hand but Sitsongrit moved out of range.
Sitsongrit scores with a punch to the head.
Sitsongrit tries to work over Golov's front leg with a kick but Golov checks it.
Sitsongrit stuns Golov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sitsongrit is looking to slow Golov down with leg kicks.
Sitsongrit wants to clinch.
Golov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sitsongrit's head.#T3#
Sitsongrit pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sitsongrit has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sitsongrit there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sitsongrit scores with a hook.
Golov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Golov feints the counter takedown.
Sitsongrit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Golov.
Golov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Golov slips under a jab.
Sitsongrit connects with a leg kick.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
An inside leg kick from Sitsongrit misses. #T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Golov. Sitsongrit does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sitsongrit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sitsongrit slips under a jab.
Grigori Golov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Golov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A quick step to the side and Sitsongrit tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sitsongrit throws a leg kick that misses.
Sitsongrit moves into range and connects with a jab.
Golov moves forwards but Sitsongrit connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Golov misses with a lunging right hand
and Sitsongrit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Golov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good leg kick by Sitsongrit.
Sitsongrit misses with a looping left.
Sitsongrit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Golov.
As Golov backs away, Sitsongrit returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Golov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sitsongrit.
Golov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sitsongrit, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kongthoranee Sitsongrit!
Kongthoranee Sitsongrit bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: APEX 8
Date: Oct 29, 2023

#R1#
Golov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Berge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
We've been hearing reports that Berge has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
No joy there for Golov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Berge takes one to the side of the head.
Berge misses with a wild body shot.
Golov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Golov lands with a cross.
Golov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Berge throws a leg kick
and Golov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Golov blocks the body kick.
A swing and a miss from Berge.
Berge misses with a body shot.
Decent striking displayed by Berge there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A lazy left from Berge finds it's target.
Berge misses with a double jab.
Golov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T1#
Berge steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Golov.
Berge throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Golov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Berge won't allow Golov to pass to mount.
Berge trying to control from the bottom.
Berge works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Berge has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Golov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Berge has his hands on Golov's head, controlling the position.
Golov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Golov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Berge is keeping the position for now.
Golov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Berge working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Golov.
Berge looking to control.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Berge 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.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Berge throws a shot from downtown. Golov moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Berge throws a body kick that misses.
Golov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Berge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
Donk. Berge catches Golov right on the button with a cross.#TD#
Berge is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Golov's half guard.
Well, if Berge is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Golov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Golov.
Golov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Berge sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Berge looking to pass the guard.
Berge seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Berge works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Berge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Golov keeps working.
Berge passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Golov!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Berge controlling from mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tobias Berge 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#
Berge thuds a left hand into Golov's body.
Berge misses the jab.
Berge shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Golov sprawls well. Golov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Berge gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Golov! But no joy.
Berge misses with a straight right.
Berge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Golov moves away.
A punch combination from Golov misses.
Berge swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Golov.
Golov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Berge misses with a looping left.
Berge throws a lazy uppercut
and Golov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Berge throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Golov! But no joy.
Berge misses the jab.
Berge is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Golov can do to turn this around?#T1#
Berge shoots and misses
and Golov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Berge pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Golov throws out a counter right but Berge avoids it with no problem.
Golov throws a shot from downtown. Berge moves away and avoids it.
Berge misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Berge pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Berge tries for a takedown but Golov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tobias Berge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Golov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Berge on the side of the head.
Golov misses with a looping right.
Berge misses with a left hand
and Golov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Berge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Golov was well out of range. Poor timing from Berge.
Berge thows a left - swing and a miss!
Golov with the counter takedown but Berge avoids it easily.
Golov swinging wildly here. #T2#
Golov moves away from the strike by Berge.
A little jabbing left from Golov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tobias Berge is winning the standup battle so far.
Golov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Berge moves away.#CL#
Berge closes the distance and clinches.
Golov blocking some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD2#
Golov lands a takedown into guard.
Berge keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully.
Berge looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Berge is trying to keep Golov in close.
Golov sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Golov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Berge swivels though and keeps the full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Golov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov scoring with some ground and pound.
Berge is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Golov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Berge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Berge uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Golov.
Berge is looking to counter punch.
Berge misses the jab.
Berge misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Berge throws a body shot but no joy.
Golov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Berge.
Tobias Berge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Berge swinging wildly here.
Golov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Berge attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A telegraphed right hand from Berge misses the target.
Golov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Golov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Berge takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL#
Berge has taken the fight to the clinch.
Golov being controlled against the cage.
Golov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Berge tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Golov's elbow.
Golov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Berge swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Golov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Berge misses with an uppercut.
Berge throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A jab from Golov misses.
A combination from Berge does no damage.
A lazy body kick from Berge
and Berge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Berge doesn't manage to clinch there - Golov circles away.
Golov throws out a counter right but Berge avoids it with no problem.
Berge gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Golov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Berge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov swats away the attempt to clinch by Berge.
Berge misses with a takedown
and Golov counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Golov moves out of range as Berge strikes.
Golov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jab, jab by Golov - just one landing. #TD#
Berge closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Berge lands in his opponent's guard.
Golov keeping moving, preventing Berge from controlling successfully.
Berge advances to half guard.
Golov wants to control but Berge is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Berge stalling away here and it's allowed Golov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T2#
Berge looking to pass the guard.
Berge is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Berge trying to control the position from guard on top but Golov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Berge preventing the sweep.
Berge wants to control from the top but Golov keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T3##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Golov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Berge tries to counter with a takedown but Golov is quick to defend against it.
Berge shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Golov defends it nicely.
Golov thuds a left hand into Berge's body.#TD2#
Golov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Berge is trying to defend but Golov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Golov trying to control the action but Berge is working from the bottom. #T4#
Berge is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Golov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Berge works his way to full guard. Good work.
Golov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Berge trying to control the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grigori Golov!
The defeated Tobias Berge had this to say: 'It's whatever man. I'm gonna go smoke some weed after I get home and forget this ever happened.'.

Event: SMFL 20 - Suomi Vahva
Date: Jul 29, 2023

#R1#
Golov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Golov cracks Sadewa with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Golov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Sadewa on the side of the head.#TD#
Golov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Golov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sadewa's head.
Sadewa flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Golov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Golov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Golov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
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. Golov connects with a nice short shot to Sadewa's temple.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov blocks the strikes from Sadewa.
Golov slips a nice elbow through Sadewa's hands, connecting with Sadewa's forehead.
Golov wants to pass to mount but Sadewa is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Sadewa missing with punches from the bottom.
Golov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Sadewa gets back to full guard.
Golov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Golov is in close to Sadewa's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Golov distracts Sadewa with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Golov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Golov scoring with some ground and pound.
Golov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Golov won't allow Sadewa to get back to his feet.
Golov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sadewa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Golov stays in close to Sadewa's body and controls the position. #T2#
Golov works over Sadewa with some ground and pound from guard.
Sadewa throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Golov slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Sadewa.
Sadewa is trying to get back to full guard.
Sadewa is staying active underneath Golov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Golov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Golov working Sadewa over with strikes.
Golov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Golov in particular looking to stall.
Sadewa taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Golov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Sadewa tries to roll over but Golov keeps him under control.
Golov slows the pace down in half guard.
Golov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Golov stops Sadewa from getting back to his feet.
Sadewa on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sadewa is looking to escape.
Golov winds up and cracks Sadewa with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Sadewa on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Golov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Sadewa flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Sadewa is refusing to be controlled, as Golov sits in half guard. #T4#
Sadewa pushes Golov off looking to stand but Golov dives back in and keeps control.
Sadewa punching from the bottom.
Sadewa misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Golov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Sadewa punching from the bottom.
Golov is looking to take a break and control but Sadewa is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Golov lands a nice short elbow.
Sadewa throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Golov is keen to just control but Sadewa is a slippery customer.
Golov blocks the strikes from Sadewa.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Golov lands a nice short elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov 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#
Golov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sadewa as he avoids it easily.
It seemed like Sadewa was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Golov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sadewa misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Golov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Golov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sadewa.
Jab, jab by Golov - just one landing.
Golov lands a lovely overhand right.
Golov blocks a jab.
Sadewa throws a poor cross that misses
and Golov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Golov connects with a crisp jab.
Golov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sadewa.
Golov tries to counter with a takedown but Sadewa is quick to defend against it.
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sadewa can do to turn this around?
Golov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sadewa lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golov misses with a shot to the body
letting Sadewa counter with a right hand.
Sadewa with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Golov to score with a decent uppercut.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sadewa misses with a double jab. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Sadewa. Beautiful body shot.
Nakula Sadewa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sadewa just misses with a punch to the body.
Sadewa walks into a left hand.
It looks like Golov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Golov looks to land a right hand but Sadewa moved out of range.
Sadewa is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Golov lands a glancing blow to the side of Sadewa's head.
Sadewa closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nakula Sadewa seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Golov throws a jab but it's blocked by Sadewa.
Golov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice defenses there by Sadewa.
A countering left hand to the body from Sadewa misses.
Golov's corner calls for a 1-2. Golov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Golov ducks under a wild hook from Sadewa.
Golov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sadewa.
Some wild striking there from Sadewa.
Golov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sadewa slips a jab and a cross from Golov.
Sadewa misses with a double jab. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sadewa just misses with a punch to the body.
Golov is looking to counter punch.
Golov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Golov throws an off balance right hand
and Sadewa counters with a two punch combo. #CUT2#It looks like Grigori Golov has been cut.
Sadewa slips a jab from Golov.
Sadewa throws a series of punches but Golov moves out of range.
Sadewa looks to land a right hand but Golov moved out of range.
Sadewa is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Golov rather than just go for the knockout.
Sadewa takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Golov misses with a right hand
and Sadewa cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sadewa avoids the body shot from Golov.
Sadewa rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Golov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Golov cracks Sadewa with a right hand to the side of the head.
Golov shoots in for a double leg but Sadewa sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Golov lands a lovely overhand right.
Golov with a nice cross.
Sadewa throws a jab when Golov was well out of range.#T3#
Golov lands a jab to Sadewa's midsection.
Golov cracks Sadewa with an open hand slap.
Sadewa lands a two punch combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sadewa. Golov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Golov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sadewa lands a nice shot to the body.
Golov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sadewa finds it's way round the side to connect with Golov's head.
Sadewa takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Golov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sadewa.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sadewa. Golov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sadewa fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little feinted left hand from Golov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Golov scores with a nice head shot.
Golov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sadewa tries to avoid it but Golov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sadewa to the ground. Sadewa escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Golov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sadewa to the ground. Golov is now in Sadewa's guard.#T4#
Sadewa throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Sadewa trying to strike off his back.
Sadewa throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Golov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Golov wants to pass the guard but Sadewa is keeping the position.
Golov landing some decent shots from guard.
Sadewa doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Golov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Sadewa throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Golov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sadewa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Golov is in close to Sadewa's body, working some short punches and elbows.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Nakula Sadewa will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Grigori Golov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Golov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sadewa throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
so Golov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Golov is working Sadewa over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Sadewa throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Golov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Golov looking to sit in guard and control but Sadewa gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Golov working a defensive guard here.
Sadewa throws an elbow that misses. Golov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sadewa's guard. Nice move by Golov!#REVR#
Sadewa throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Golov chips away with some ground and pound.
Sadewa tries to strike from the bottom. #T1#
Sadewa doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Golov stays in close to Sadewa's body and controls the position.
Golov prevents Sadewa from getting back to his feet.
Golov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Sadewa throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Golov works over Sadewa with some ground and pound from guard.
Sadewa throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Sadewa thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Golov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Golov working some strikes from top position.
Golov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sadewa's head.
Sadewa wants to stand but Golov is controlling the position.
Golov scoring with some ground and pound. #T2#
Sadewa keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully.
Golov working some strikes from top position.
Sadewa is wriggling around but Golov manages to pass to half guard.
Sadewa landing a few short strikes.
Sadewa is striking from the bottom but he's now found himself mounted! Oh dear - not enough focus on defense there.
A nice elbow there by Golov.
Golov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Sadewa is looking to get to half guard.
Golov blocks Sadewa's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom. #T3#
Sadewa swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Golov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Sadewa manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Golov is nestled in close to Sadewa, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Golov is nestled in close to Sadewa, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Golov working Sadewa over with strikes.
Ground and pound from Golov.
Golov is keen to just control but Sadewa is a slippery customer.
Sadewa flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Golov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Golov trying to control the action but Sadewa is working from the bottom.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Golov lands a nice short elbow.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sadewa can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
Sadewa is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Golov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Golov stops Sadewa from getting back to his feet.
Sadewa taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Golov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Golov 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.
Golov lands with a punch from half guard.
Golov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Golov trying to mount his opponent but Sadewa defends it.
Golov drops an elbow to the side of Sadewa's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sadewa is not content to let Golov control the position.
Golov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.

And that's the end of the fight!
Grigori Golov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Golov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:28
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grigori Golov!

Event: SMFL 16 - Chai vs. Peters
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
Golov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Golov moves forwards but Christ connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Golov misses with a straight right.
Golov misses with a hook to the body
and Christ counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Christ there.#TD#
Golov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Christ's guard.
Golov prevents Christ from getting back to his feet.
Christ has momentary wrist control but Golov slips an elbow through the middle.
Christ is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Golov tries to free his leg and advance position but Christ is retaining full guard.
Golov won't allow Christ to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Christ scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Christ swings for the body but Golov moves out of range.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Christ throws a jab when Golov was well out of range.
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Christ lands a right hook to the body.
Christ defending well as Golov loads up on a big left hand.
Christ walks into a left hand.
Christ throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Golov on the side of the head.
Golov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Golov misses with a body shot
and Golov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD#
Golov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Christ's half guard.
Christ avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov.
Christ wants to get back to his feet.
Golov slows the pace down in half guard.
Golov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Christ is looking to escape.#T2#
Golov thows a huge punch but Christ dodges it nicely.
Christ wants to get back to his feet.
Golov controlling the action here.
Christ wants to get back to his feet.
Christ keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Christ tries to kick Golov off but Golov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Christ kicks off Golov and gets to his feet. #TD#
Golov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Christ's half guard.
Golov prevents Christ from standing back up.
Golov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Christ with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Golov prevents Christ from standing back up.
Golov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Golov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Christ's head.
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
Christ felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Golov prevents Christ from standing back up.
Golov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Golov slips a nice elbow through Christ's hands, connecting with Christ's forehead.
Christ is trying to stand back up but Golov is controlling him
Golov working Christ over with strikes.
Golov controlling the action here.
Christ is trying to stand back up but Golov is controlling him
Christ is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T4#
Golov not doing much here. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Justice Christ is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jab, jab by Golov - just one landing. #TD#
Golov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Christ looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Christ wants to get back to his feet.
Golov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Grigori Golov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Golov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Christ swings for the body but Golov moves out of range. #TD#
Golov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Christ is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Golov stays in close to Christ's body and controls the position.
Golov with a nice head shot there.
Christ wants to stand up but Golov is controlling him.
Golov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Golov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov throws a big elbow that misses.
Golov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Christ wants to get back to his feet but Golov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Christ can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Golov controls the pace.#T1#
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Christ can do to turn this around?
Christ wants to stand up but Golov is controlling him.
Grigori Golov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Christ scores with a hook.
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Golov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Christ circles away quickly and effectively.#TD#
Golov feints and as Christ raises his hands in defense, Golov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Christ is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Christ avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T2#
Golov won't allow Christ to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Golov is in close to Christ's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Golov stops Christ from standing up.
Golov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Golov stops Christ from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Christ misses with a hook.
Golov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Golov throws a jab when Christ was well out of range.
Christ walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Golov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Christ is just out of range.
Christ looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Christ misses with a right hand
and Golov counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Christ takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Golov scores with a nice right hand.
Golov walks into a stiff left hand from Christ.
Golov misses with a double jab
and Christ counters with a stiff right hand.
Golov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Christ takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #TD#
Golov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Christ is looking to stand up but Golov isn't so interested in that idea.
Golov stays in close to Christ's body and controls the position.
Golov chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov stops Christ from standing up.
Christ keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully.
Golov lands a couple of elbows.
Golov stops Christ from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Golov closes the distance and clinches up with Christ, looking for a takedown. Golov pushes Christ against the cage but Christ circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Golov. Christ does a little dance to reset his feet.
Christ swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Christ, as that shot connected.
Golov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Christ manages to avoid it.#TD#
Golov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Golov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Golov moves out of range of the strikes.
Golov is looking to counter punch.
Golov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Christ moves away.
Golov moves out of range of the strikes.
Christ ducks under a wild hook from Golov.
Christ falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Golov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Christ is trying to stand back up but Golov is controlling him
Golov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Golov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Christ defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Christ is looking to escape.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Golov in particular looking to stall.
Golov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Christ avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov. #T1#
Christ is trying to stand back up but Golov is controlling him
Golov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Golov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Golov winds up and cracks Christ with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Golov trying to mount his opponent but Christ defends it.
Christ is trying to stand back up but Golov is controlling him
Golov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Christ is trying to stand back up but Golov is controlling him
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Golov in particular looking to stall.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#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.
Golov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Golov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Christ misses with a body shot.
Christ misses with a combination #TD#
and Golov counters with a takedown into side control.
Christ tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Christ is trying to stand up.
Golov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Christ?
Golov landing strikes from the mount.
Golov scoring with strikes but Christ is staying in there. #ROC#Christ is rocked!
Golov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Christ is still in real trouble! Can Golov finish him?
Christ takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T3#
Golov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Golov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Golov working the ground and pound effectively.
Christ is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Golov landing shots from mount.
Golov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Christ is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Golov controlling the position easily from mount.
Golov won't let Christ get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T4#
Golov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Christ is looking to escape.
Justice Christ has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Christ seems to have recovered his senses.
Christ is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Golov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Golov controlling from mount.
Golov working the ground and pound effectively.
Grigori Golov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Christ wants to try and get back to his feet.
Golov landing shots from mount.
Golov controlling from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Christ?
Golov looking to finish Christ with some ground and pound. This is bad for Christ!

And that's the end of the fight!
Grigori Golov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Golov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grigori Golov!

Event: HFC 79: Holly vs Tintley
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Amosov slips under a jab from Golov.
Amosov wants to clinch up but Golov keeps it at a distance.#CL2#
Amosov has closed the distance and engaged Golov in a clinch.
Golov misses with the head strike.
Amosov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Golov's defenses. #CUT2#It looks like Grigori Golov has been cut.
Amosov working aggressively here.
Golov misses with a punch to the body.
Golov scores with a shoulder strike.
Golov prevents a body shot from Amosov.
Golov blocks a body shot from Amosov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Golov.
Golov misses with a hook to the ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Amosov.
Golov dodges an elbow strike from Amosov.
Golov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Golov fails to land.
Golov misses with a body punch.
Amosov scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1##TD#
Golov has clasped his hands together around Amosov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Sloppy strikes there by Golov.
Golov lands a few punches from side control.
Amosov is trying to buck Golov off.
Golov working the ground and pound but Amosov is defending the strikes.
Golov in side control, throwing shots but Amosov defends.
Golov throws a strike aimed at the side of Amosov's head but Amosov avoids it well.
An elbow from Golov crashes against the mat.
Golov tries to score with some ground and pound. Amosov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Golov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
An elbow from Golov crashes against the mat. #T2#
Golov lands a nice forearm strike.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Amosov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Golov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Golov 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Golov is looking to take a break and control but Amosov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Golov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Amosov is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Golov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Golov working the ground and pound from side control.
Amosov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Golov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Check out the look on Golov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Amosov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Amosov managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Golov.
Amosov managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Golov.
Golov misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Golov working the body and head with strikes.
Golov misses with the ground and pound.
Golov looking to control but instead Amosov has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Amosov is refusing to be controlled, as Golov sits in half guard.
Amosov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Golov.
Amosov is not content to let Golov control the position.
Golov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T4#
Golov is keen to just control but Amosov is a slippery customer.
Amosov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov.
Amosov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov.
Golov not doing much here.
Golov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Golov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Still in half guard, Golov seems content to control.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Golov is trying to control the action in half guard but Amosov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Golov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Grigori Golov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Amosov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Golov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CUT#It looks like Yaroslav Amosov has been cut.
Golov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Golov shoots and misses
and Amosov counters with a left to the body.
Amosov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
It seemed like Amosov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Amosov is just out of range.
Amosov just misses with a punch to the body.
Golov half committed to a counter leg kick.
Amosov tries to clinch but Golov moves out of range.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golov fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amosov avoids the body shot from Golov. #CL2#
Amosov rushes Golov and presses him up against the cage.
Golov misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Amosov struggles to land a body shot inside as Golov controls his hands.
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Amosov can do to turn this around?
Amosov lands a nice elbow.
Amosov pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Golov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Amosovs head.
Golov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Amosov scores with a shot to the side of Golov's head.
Amosov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Golov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Amosov lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Amosov.
Golov digs a right hand underneath Amosov's ribcage. Amosov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Amosov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Amosov lands a nice uppercut.
Golov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Amosov throws an elbow that misses.
Amosov lands a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Golov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Golov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Amosov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Golov has a couple of punches blocked by Amosov.
Golov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Amosov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Golovs head.
Amosov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Golov.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Amosov throws a head punch that misses.
Amosov working aggressively here.
Golov is trying to drag Amosov to the mat but Amosov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Amosov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Amosov lands a hook that snaps the head of Golov backwards.
Amosov misses with a punch on the inside.
Amosov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Yaroslav Amosov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Amosov.
A shot in the inside from Amosov. #T3#
Amosov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Golov throws a head punch that misses.
Golov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Amosov lands a left hand.
Golov blocks an elbow strike from Amosov.
Golov struggles to land a body shot inside as Amosov controls his hands.
Golov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Golov misses with the head strike.
Golov tries to work over Amosov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Amosov working aggressively here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Golov.
Nice body punch from Golov. #TD#
Amosov is fighting off a takedown attempt but Golov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Amosov to the mat. Amosov regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Amosov being controlled here, momentarily.
Grigori Golov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Golov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Amosov wants to stand but Golov is controlling the position.
Golov throwing strikes but missing.
Golov wants to control from the top but Amosov keeps moving.
Golov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Amosov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Golov stays in close to Amosov's body and controls the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Golov cracks Amosov with a solid left hand.
Amosov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yaroslav Amosov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Golov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Amosov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Amosov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Golov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Golov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Golov throws a sloppy body shot
and Amosov counters with a stiff right hand.
Golov connects with a nice looking jab.
A cross from Golov lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Amosov slips a jab and a cross from Golov.
Amosov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Decent striking displayed by Golov there.
Yaroslav Amosov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Amosov walks into a straight right hand from Golov.
A telegraphed right hand from Golov misses the target. #T1#
Golov swats away the attempt to clinch by Amosov.
Golov fails to land with a series of punches.
Amosov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Golov scores with a decent looking hook.
Golov swings widly with a right hand
and Amosov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Golov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Grigori Golov is winning the standup battle so far.
Golov lands a right hook to the body.
Amosov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Golov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
It looks like Golov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
A low kick from Golov is predictable there
enabling Amosov to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Amosov looks to land a combination but Golov avoids it well.
Golov lands with a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Amosov tries to clinch up but Golov circles away and keeps his distance.
Yaroslav Amosov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A shot to the body from Golov misses
and Amosov counters with a left to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Amosov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Golov misses with a wild combination.
Amosov throws a counter combo.
Amosov doesn't manage to clinch there - Golov circles away.
Golov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Amosov doesn't manage to clinch there - Golov circles away.
Golov misses with a looping right.#T3#
Golov lands a nice looking body shot.
Golov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Amosov sprawls well. Amosov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Golov gets slowly back to his feet.
Amosov unleashes a big counter combination but Golov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Golov dodges the punch combination from Amosov.
Golov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Golov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Amosov counters with a nice uppercut.
Amosov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Golov missing with a left hand there. Amosov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Amosov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T4#
Golov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Golov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Amosov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Amosov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Golov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Golov shoots in for a takedown but Amosov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Amosov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Amosov moves into the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Golov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Amosov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Golov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Amosov moves out of range of the strikes.
Amosov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.

And that's the end of the fight!
Grigori Golov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Golov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grigori Golov!

Event: HFC 75: Pay day at the Expo
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Golov, as that shot connected. #TD2#
Golov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Lambart manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Lambart's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lambart can't find room to land a body shot as Golov controls the action.
Lambart misses with a punch to the body.
Lambart blocks an uppercut.
Lambart stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lambart lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC#
Lambart breaks the clinch.
Lambart throws out a loose jab but Golov uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've been told by Lambart's head coaches at Black Swans that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Golov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lambart.
Lambart avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Golov misses with an uppercut. Lambart saw that one coming.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Golov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD2#
Golov gets a double leg takedown into Lambart's guard.
Golov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#ES#
Lambart wriggles free and stands up.
Golov throws an off balance right hand
and Lambart counters with a right hand to the body. #T1#
A low kick from Lambart is predictable there #TD2#
and Golov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Lambart has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Golov is on him like a limpet, forcing Lambart back against the cage.
Golov gets through Lambart's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Lambart escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lambart uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
It looked like Lambart wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Golov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lambart throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Golov misses the jab.
Golov scores with a shot to the body.
Lambart takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Golov punishes Lambart's body with a nice straight punch.
Lambart looks to land a left hand but Golov moved out of range nicely.
Lambart scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Golov swings for the body but Lambart moves out of range.
Liber Lambart seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lambart lands a lovely overhand right.#T2#
Golov misses with an uppercut.
Lambart looks to land a right hand but Golov moved out of range.
Golov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lambart.
Lambart throws a quick inside leg kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lambart - that will leave a mark!
Golov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lambart stuffs the takedown.
Lambart throws a quick counter kick to the body but Golov avoids it.
Lambart scores with a jab.
Golov defending well as Lambart loads up on a big left hand.
Golov swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Lambart counter with a right hand.
Lambart lands a two punch combo.
Nice body punch from Lambart.
Lambart throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Golov looks for a takedown but Lambart sprawls well.#T3#
Lambart throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lambart throws a half hearted mid kick.
Lambart misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Golov.
Lambart throws a series of punches but Golov avoids them all with ease.
Golov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Golov lands an overhand right.
Lambart rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Golov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#TD2#
Golov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.

Lambart has one foot on Golov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lambart slips under a jab from Golov.
Lambart ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A little feinted left hand from Lambart on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lambart with a nice cross.
Golov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Golov cracks Lambart with a good jab.
Golov jabs at Lambart's body.
Lambart uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
Golov dodges the punch combination from Lambart.
Golov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Lambart misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
Golov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Golov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Golov cracks a nice hook into Lambart's ribs.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Lambart catches Golov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Golov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Golov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lambart moves away.
Lambart throws a chopping leg kick but Golov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Liber Lambart 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#
A big right from Lambart misses.
Golov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Golov throws a shot to the body.
Golov lands a jab to Lambart's midsection.
Golov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lambart looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Liber Lambart is winning the standup battle so far.
Lambart misses with a wild combination.
Golov slips under a jab.
And Golov tries to counter it with a takedown but Lambart pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Golov throws a hook but Lambart blocks it.
Lambart is looking to counter punch.
Golov misses with a takedown
and Lambart cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lambart listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lambart takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lambart moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Golov goes for a double leg but Lambart avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lambart continues to drive forward.#T1#
Lambart misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
Lambart is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Golov can do to turn this around?
Golov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Lambart misses the target.
Lambart works Golov's body with a nice hook.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
Golov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Lambart uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
Nice shot by Lambart.
Lambart lands a glancing blow to the side of Golov's head.
Lambart misses with a straight left.
Golov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lambart sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Liber Lambart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grigori Golov.
A jab from Golov misses.
Lambart connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slapping body kick lands there for Lambart.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lambart missing with a left hand there. Golov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A big right from Lambart misses. #T2#
Lambart thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lambart misses with a body kick.
Lambart is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Golov.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Golov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Lambart on the side of the head.
Golov throws a hook to the side of Lambart's head but Lambart sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Lambart gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lambart scores with a jab.
Lambart works the jab nicely.
Nice shot by Lambart.
Lambart jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Golov with a nice cross.
A slow jab from Lambart misses its intended target.
Lambart lands an overhand right.
Lambart fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Golov.#T3#
Golov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lambart scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A decent looking cross lands there for Lambart.
Golov lands a jab to Lambart's midsection.
Lambart connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Golov with a hook.
Golov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Golov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Lambart throws a predictable looking body shot
and Golov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lambart avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Golov misses with an uppercut. Lambart saw that one coming.
Lambart takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lambart waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Golov.
Liber Lambart is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Lambart misses with a lunging right hand
and Golov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Golov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Lambart jabs at Golov's body.
Golov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lambart connects with a looping right hand.
Lambart misses with an attempted mid kick.
Lambart throws a hook to the side of Golov's head but Golov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Golov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Golov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lambart throws a series of punches but Golov avoids them all with ease.
Golov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Golov swings for the body but Lambart moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Golov jabs at Lambart's body.#TD2#
Golov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lambart tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Golov is in Lambart's guard.
Golov trying to control but Lambart is working from the bottom.
Golov throws a big elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Liber Lambart dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Golov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Golov walks into a left hand.
Lambart scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Golov looks to land a right hand but Lambart moved out of range.
Lambart just misses with a punch to the body.
Lambart connects with a solid leg kick.
Golov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Lambart misses with a shot to the body #TD2#
and Golov counters with a shoot takedown. Lambart fights it but they end up in guard.
Golov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Lambart is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Golov is looking for a sweep. Lambart is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SU#
Lambart stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Golov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lambart looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Lambart is trying to get back to half guard.
Lambart taking punishment in the form of punches.
Golov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Lambart is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Golov not doing much here.
Golov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T2#
Golov is thwarting Lambart's attempts to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Golov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lambart's head.
Golov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lambart defending well though.
Golov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lambart does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Golov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Golov scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Golov trying to control from Lambart's half guard. Lambart has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Golov stops Lambart from standing up.
Golov trying to move into half guard but instead Lambart has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Lambart missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Golov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Golov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Lambart showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU#
Lambart stands up from Golov's guard - Lambart perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
Lambart lands a nice shot to the body.
Golov throws a jab when Lambart was well out of range.
Lambart throws a jab but it's blocked by Golov.
Golov slips under a jab.
Jab by Lambart.
Lambart swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Golov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lambart.
Golov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lambart.
Golov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Golov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Liber Lambart clearly takes 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.#R4#
Lambart takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Golov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lambart throws a jab but it's blocked by Golov.
Lambart staying out of range there.
Lambart fires out a quick counter leg kick but Golov just manages to avoid it.
Lambart lands with a good body shot.
Lambart lands an overhand right.
Lambart misses with a looping right.
Lambart scores with a jab to the head.
Lambart cracks Golov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lambart misses with a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lambart throws the kick towards the body but Golov avoids it.
Golov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lambart fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Golov throws an overhand right that lands on Lambart's shoulder, as Lambart tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Lambart fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lambart connects with a good right hand that stumbles Golov. Golov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lambart throws the left hand but Golov avoids the punch easily.
Lambart tests Golov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#TD2#
Lambart gets caught flat footed, as Golov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Golov stops Lambart from standing up.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.
Lambart keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.
Golov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Lambart wants to stand but Golov is controlling the position.
Golov postures up and lands a big shot to Lambart's brow.
Golov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Golov takes one to the chin there.
Golov slips a jab from Lambart.
Golov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lambart throws a body kick that misses.
Lambart steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Golov.
Lambart is looking to counter punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lambart misses with a body shot.
Lambart throws a hook but Golov blocks it.#T3#
Golov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lambart.
Golov avoids the body shot from Lambart.
Golov throws a right and a left that Lambart avoids nicely.
Golov misses with an uppercut.
Lambart was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lambart lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Lambart throws a lazy right hand but Golov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lambart lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Lambart fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Golov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Golov slips under a jab from Lambart.
Lambart takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Golov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Golov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing? #TD2#
Golov shoots in and gets a takedown into Lambart's guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Lambart manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Lambart breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lambart stuffs the takedown attempt from Golov. Golov gets slowly back to his feet.
Golov with a nice cross.
Golov lands a right hook to the body.
Lambart misses with a looping left.
Golov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lambart defends well and Golov ends up having to push Lambart into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Golov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lambart is looking to counter punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Lambart misses the target.
Lambart throws out a loose jab but Golov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lambart scores with a push kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Liber Lambart had his way with Grigori Golov in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5#
A jab from Lambart misses.
Lambart fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big left from Golov misses.
Lambart uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Golov.
Golov lands with a cross.
Golov goes for a double leg but Lambart avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lambart continues to drive forward.
Golov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lambart.
Golov has a takedown stuffed.
An attempted straight right counter from Lambart misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lambart fakes the leg kick and cracks Golov in the body.
Golov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Lambart.
Lambart connects with a crisp jab.
Lambart has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Golov finds it's way round the side to connect with Lambart's head.
Golov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Liber Lambart has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grigori Golov.#T1#
Lambart blocks a jab.
Lambart is looking to counter punch.
Golov avoids the body shot from Lambart.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Golov is defended easily by Lambart.
Golov is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Lambart scores with a nice strike.
A nice leg kick from Lambart, right into the meat of the thigh.
Golov swings for the body but Lambart moves out of range.
Lambart is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Golov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lambart throws a jab when Golov was well out of range.
Lambart throws a leg kick but Golov moved away.#T2#
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
Golov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lambart.
Lambart misses with an uppercut. Golov saw that one coming.
Lambart throws a looping overhand right but Golov ducks down to avoid it.
Lambart scores with a one two! Golov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Lambart takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lambart enables Golov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lambart manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

Lambart is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Golov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Golov working aggressively here.
Lambart stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Lambart tries to circle away but Golov has him pinned against the cage.
Lambart scores with a hook to the body.
Lambart has Golov pressed against the cage.
Golov wants to take the fight to the mat but Lambart manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T3##BC#
Lambart escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lambart looks to land a left hand but Golov moved out of range nicely.
Golov digs a good body shot into Lambart's ribs.
Golov blocks a jab.
Lambart lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Lambart on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
Golov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lambart is trying to defend but Golov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Lambart kicks Golov off and gets back to his feet.
Golov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Golov just misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Golov.
Grigori Golov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Golov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lambart fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Golov.
Check out the look on Golov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Lambart tries to buck Golov off but Golov is having none of it.
Golov wants to control for a moment but Lambart uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Lambart taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Liber Lambart showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lambart 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 50:45
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 50:45
Judge William Peck scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Liber Lambart!
Liber Lambart retains his lightweight title!

Event: HFC 71 - Farman vs Cruz
Date: Feb 26, 2023

#R1#
Hansen fails with the takedown
letting Golov counter with a right hand.
Hansen tries for a takedown but Golov circles away easily
and Golov counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Soren Hansen has been cut.
Hansen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
Hansen throws out a counter right but Golov avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Golov tries to sprawl but Hansen drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Golov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hansen missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Golov trying to control here. #SUB2#
Hansen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #T1#
Golov trying to hold on to Hansen's head to control him but Hansen postures up.
Golov gets full guard.
Hansen postures up.
Golov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hansen.
Hansen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Golov wants to control but Hansen passes easily into half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hansen seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Golov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Hansen seems to be looking for submissions.
Golov is on the bottom, trying to hold on to half guard. He's throwing a few small shots here, to keep his opponent honest.
Golov missing with punches from the bottom.
Golov wants to improve his position but Hansen is controlling well. #SUB2#
Hansen seems to be looking for submissions.
Hansen wants to take a breather but Golov is having none of it.
Hansen is looking to stall here but Golov recovers full guard.
Golov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Golov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Golov tries to get out of the position.#T3#
Golov is trying to keep Hansen in close.
Hansen is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hansen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Golov trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hansen misses with a takedown attempt
and Golov counters with a left to the body.
Grigori Golov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Soren Hansen.
Golov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Golov leaves Hansen with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T4#
Hansen fails with the takedown
and Golov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hansen takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hansen fails with the takedown
and Golov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Donk. Golov catches Hansen right on the button with a cross.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Golov scores with a jab to the head.
Hansen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Soren Hansen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hansen is defended easily by Golov.
Hansen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Golov swivels and escapes.
Hansen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hansen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Golov counter with a right hand. #ROC#Hansen is rocked!
Grigori Golov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Soren Hansen.
Hansen tries for a takedown but Golov circles away easily
and Golov counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Grigori Golov!

Event: HFC 68 - De Rossi vs Babula
Date: Feb 05, 2023

#R1#
Golov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Amosov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Amosov misses with a lunging right hand
and Golov counters with a nice body shot.
Amosov swings widly with a right hand
and Golov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Golov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Amosov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Golov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Amosov doesn't seem bothered though.
Golov scores with a punch to the head.
Amosov misses with a straight right.
Amosov swings for the body but Golov moves out of range.
Golov jabs Amosov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Amosov thuds his right hand into Golov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Golov lands a slapping body shot.
Golov walks into a straight right hand from Amosov.
Yaroslav Amosov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##TD#
Golov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Golov lands in his opponent's guard.
Amosov is looking to stand back up but Golov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Amosov. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Golov slows the pace down in half guard.
Amosov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Golov prevents Amosov from improving his position.
Amosov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Golov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Golov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Golov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Amosov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Golov thows a huge punch but Amosov dodges it nicely.
Amosov keeping hold of Golov's head, controlling as best he can.
Golov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Golov trying to control the action but Amosov is working from the bottom.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Amosov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Amosov wants to improve his position but Golov is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Amosov trying to control here.
Golov controlling the pace.
Amosov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Amosov wants to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Golov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Amosov to the mat! Amosov manages to get full guard.
Golov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Amosov is keeping the position for now.
Golov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Golov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Amosov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Golov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Golov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Golov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Golov wants to pass the guard but Amosov is keeping the position.
Golov throwing strikes but missing.
Amosov keeping full guard, as Golov tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
That's time! Golov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Amosov misses with a hook. Golov ducked under it nicely.
Golov throws a jab but it's blocked by Amosov.
Amosov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Golov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Amosov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Amosov connects with a nice looking jab.
Amosov staying out of range there.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Golov tries to counter with a takedown but Amosov is quick to defend against it.
Amosov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Golov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Amosov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Golov is in Amosov's guard.
Golov postures up.
Amosov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Golov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T1#
Golov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Golov is keen to just control but Amosov is a slippery customer.
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
Golov controlling the action here.
Amosov is trying to control but can't.
Amosov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Golov prevents Amosov from improving his position.
Golov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Golov trying to control the action but Amosov is working from the bottom.
Golov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Golov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Amosov's head.
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
Grigori Golov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Golov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Amosov's head.
Amosov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Golov.
Golov 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.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Amosov has hold of Golov's hands but Golov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Golov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Amosov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #T3#
Golov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Amosov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Amosov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov.
Amosov is not content to let Golov control the position.
Amosov trying to hold on to Golov's head to control him but Golov postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Golov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Amosov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A looping hook to the body misses from Golov. Amosov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Amosov slips a straight right by Golov.
Golov scores with the left hand. Amosov knows he should have avoided that one.
Golov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
Golov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Golov throws a jab when Amosov was well out of range.
Golov swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Amosov to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Grigori Golov has been cut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Golov.
Golov shoots in and drives through. Amosov sprawls well.
Amosov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Amosov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Amosov scores with the left hand. Golov knows he should have avoided that one.
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!
Amosov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Amosov misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Golov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Grigori Golov's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Golov misses with a left hand
and Amosov counters with a nice uppercut.
Golov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Yaroslav Amosov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Golov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Amosov. #TD#
Golov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Golov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Amosov taking punishment in the form of punches.
Golov cracks Amosov with a big elbow.
Golov working the head with strikes.
Golov staying calm.
Golov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T1#
Golov wants to control but Amosov is keeping him busy.
Golov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Amosov is avoiding damage well.
Amosov can't do much from the bottom here.
Golov taking a break here but Amosov is having none of it and regains half guard.
Yaroslav Amosov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Golov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SUB#
Golov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Golov wants to control but Amosov is keeping him busy.
Golov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Golov trying to control from half guard but Amosov is working away.
Golov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Amosov is not content to let Golov control the position.
Golov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Golov content to control rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Amosov can do to turn this around?
Golov sizes up Amosov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
A jab from Golov finds it's way through Amosov's defenses.
Golov misses with a lunging right hand
and Amosov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Golov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Amosov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Golov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Amosov! But no joy.
Grigori Golov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Golov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Amosov.
Golov attempts a counter takedown but Amosov avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Golov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Amosov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Golov is in Amosov's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Golov lands a couple of digs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Amosov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Golov is one step ahead there.
Golov trying to control the position from guard on top but Amosov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

And that's the end of the fight!
Grigori Golov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Golov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Grigori Golov!

Event: HFC 64: Fermi vs Thevenet
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
Babaganush blocks a jab.
Golov misses the jab.
Babaganush clobbers Golov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Babaganush uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Golov.
Golov checks the leg kick.
Golov moves away from the strike by Babaganush.
A head kick misses from Babaganush.
Good shot there by Golov.#TD2#
Golov gets a takedown into half guard.
Golov winds up and cracks Babaganush with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Babaganush keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Golov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Golov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Golov is looking to take a break and control but Babaganush is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Golov slips a nice elbow through Babaganush's hands, connecting with Babaganush's forehead.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Golov lands a nice short elbow.
Babaganush keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #ES#
Babaganush kicks Golov off and gets back to his feet.
A solid leg kick lands there for Babaganush.
Babaganush moves into range and connects with a jab.
Babaganush throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Babaganush. Golov shrugs it off though. #TD2#
Golov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Babaganush's guard.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.
Golov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#ES#
Babaganush is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Golov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Golov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T2#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Golov.
Babaganush looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Golov gets through Babaganush's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Babaganush looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#TD2#
Golov works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.

Babaganush manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Babaganush throws a right hand that Golov ducks under and follows up with a left that Golov also avoids with ease.
A little jabbing left from Golov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Golov. Babaganush does a little dance to reset his feet.
Babaganush tries to work over Golov's front leg with a kick but Golov checks it.
Golov shoots in for a takedown but Babaganush shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Babaganush tries to counter by clinching up but Golov breaks away and moves out of range.
Golov moves away from the strike by Babaganush.
Babaganush connects with a high kick.
Babaganush on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A head kick misses from Babaganush.
Golov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Babaganush.#T3#
Golov lands a nice looking body shot.
Babaganush's jab looks to have found its range, popping Golov under the eye.
Golov throws out a powerful jab.
Babaganush misses with a head kick.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Babaganush throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Babaganush gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Golov.
Golov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Babaganush.
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Babaganush is just out of range.
Babaganush throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Babaganush ducks right into an uppercut from Golov.
Babaganush scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Babaganush lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slow jab from Babaganush misses its intended target.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Golov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Babaganush - the referee stops the clock and Golov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Babaganush. Golov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Babaganush throws a head kick but Golov moves out of range. #TD2#
Golov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Babaganush was covering up waiting for the punch and Golov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Golov postures up in Babaganush's guard and throws a big left but Babaganush blocks it. #T4#
Golov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Babaganush wants to stand but Golov is controlling the position.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.
Golov prevents Babaganush from getting back to his feet.
Babaganush utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Golov postures up and lands a big shot to Babaganush's brow.
Golov trying to control the position from guard on top but Babaganush is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Golov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Babaganush wants to stand and escape but Golov is having none of it.
Golov lands a couple of digs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Duke Babaganush will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Golov lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheers as Golov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Babaganush doesn't seem phased though.
Babaganush misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Babaganush misses with a looping left.
Golov with the counter takedown but Babaganush avoids it easily.
Babaganush misses with a looping left.
Golov slips a straight right by Babaganush.
Golov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Babaganush swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Golov.
Golov looks for a takedown but Babaganush sprawls well.
Golov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Babaganush throws a lazy right hand but Golov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Golov lands a glancing blow to the side of Babaganush's head.
Golov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Babaganush throws out the jab.
Babaganush scores with a shot to the body.
Babaganush misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Babaganush uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Golov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Golov scores with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Golov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Golov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Grigori Golov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Babaganush is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Golov is controlling him well.
Golov cracks Babaganush with a big right hand but Babaganush just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The strikes coming from Golov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Golov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Babaganush parries the strikes from Golov easily there. Golov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Babaganush to escape.
Babaganush takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Babaganush is working to avoid the ground and pound but Golov connects with a decent elbow.
Babaganush is trying to get back to his feet.#ES#
Babaganush explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T2#
Golov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Babaganush.
Duke Babaganush seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Babaganush throws a body punch but Golov moves out of range.
Golov misses with a wild body shot.
Babaganush looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Golov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Babaganush.
Golov with the counter takedown but Babaganush avoids it easily.
Babaganush throws out a loose jab but Golov uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters circling - Babaganush throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Babaganush connects with a looping right hand.
Babaganush throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Golov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Babaganush misses with a straight right.
Babaganush lands with an overhand left.#TD2#
Golov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Golov lands a couple of elbows.
Golov postures up in Babaganush's guard and throws a big left but Babaganush blocks it.
Golov wants to control from the top but Babaganush keeps moving.
Golov lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Golov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Golov cracks Babaganush with a solid left hand.
Golov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Babaganush wants to get back to his feet but Golov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Golov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Babaganush wants to stand and escape but Golov is having none of it. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Golov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Golov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Golov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Babaganush enables Golov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Babaganush manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Babaganush wants to stand and escape but Golov is having none of it.
Golov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Golov stands up over Babaganush, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Babaganush utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #ES#
Babaganush pushes Golov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Babaganush throws a looping overhand right but Golov ducks down to avoid it.
Golov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Grigori Golov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Golov throws a leg kick but Babaganush moved away.
Babaganush missing with a left hand there. Golov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Golov moves out of range of the strikes.
Duke Babaganush is winning the standup battle so far.
Golov scores with a shot to the body.
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Babaganush waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Golov.
Babaganush uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Golov.
A big right from Babaganush misses.
Golov throws a jab but it's blocked by Babaganush.
Golov throws a shot from downtown. Babaganush moves away and avoids it.
Golov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromBabaganush.
Golov sizes up Babaganush with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD2#
Golov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Babaganush takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
You can see the frustration on Babaganush's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Babaganush taking punishment in the form of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Golov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Babaganush to see if he's OK.#T1#
Babaganush is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Golov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Babaganush is not content to let Golov control the position.
Golov lands strikes from half guard.
Babaganush has hold of Golov's hands but Golov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ground and pound from Golov.
Golov is trying to control the action in half guard but Babaganush is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Babaganush keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Golov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Golov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Babaganush avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov. #T2#
Babaganush pushes Golov off looking to stand but Golov dives back in and keeps control.
Golov is keen to just control but Babaganush is a slippery customer.
Golov misses with a head shot. Babaganush uses the momentum to regain guard.
Golov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Babaganush being controlled here, momentarily.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Golov stops Babaganush from standing up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Golov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Babaganush moves away from the strike by Golov.
Golov avoids the head kick by Babaganush. #T3#
Golov looks to score with a jab to the body but Babaganush is just out of range.
Golov throws out a powerful jab.
Babaganush throws a head kick but Golov moves out of range. #TD2#
Babaganush gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov throwing strikes from guard but Babaganush blocks nicely.
Golov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Golov stops Babaganush from standing up.
Golov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Babaganush has Golov pulled in close to control his posture.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Golov working some strikes from top position.
Golov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Golov cracks Babaganush with a solid left hand.
Babaganush is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Babaganush keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Golov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Babaganush.
Babaganush smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Golov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Babaganush misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Babaganush tries to sprawl but Golov drives through with a takedown into half guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Ian Loll scores the fight for Grigori Golov!
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight for Grigori Golov!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight for Grigori Golov!

Grigori Golov wins by unanimous decision!

Event: HFC 62: EVQ vs Cleever
Date: Jan 07, 2023

#R1#
May Jr misses with a body punch #TD2#
and Golov counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
May Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Golov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
May Jr has his foot on Golov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Golov works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Golov working some strikes from top position.#T1#
May Jr being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
May Jr has his foot on Golov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Golov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
May Jr looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Golov controlling from the top position.
Let's hope that Golov 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.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
May Jr looking for subs off his back but Golov has passed one foot through into half guard.
May Jr moves into full guard.
Golov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
May Jr looking to control but Golov passes into half guard.
Golov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
May Jr gets caught napping as Golov dives in and scores a takedown. May Jr manages to retain guard.#T4#
May Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Golov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Golov tries to free his leg and advance position but May Jr is retaining full guard. #SUB#
May Jr had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Golov defends it easily.
May Jr wants to control the position but Golov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Golov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
May Jr throws a head kick but Golov moves out of range. #TD2#
Golov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
May Jr has an active guard here but Golov has managed to pass into half guard.
Golov slows the pace down in half guard.
Golov lands with a punch from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
May Jr is looking to control Golov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can May Jr avoid being mounted?#T1#
Golov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
May Jr is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Golov scores with a couple of nice shots.
May Jr trying to hold on to Golov's head to control him but Golov postures up.
May Jr wants to get back to full guard.
May Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Golov content to stall in guard here.
May Jr 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.#T2#
Golov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Golov is working May Jr over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Golov postures up.
Golov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Golov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Golov showed some decent athleticism there. #T3#
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
May Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
May Jr working a defensive guard but Golov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Golov lands a nice forearm strike.
Golov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
Golov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
May Jr is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
May Jr throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Golov counters with a nice double leg into side control. May Jr won't be happy with that.
Golov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear May Jr down.
Golov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at May Jr to see if he's OK.
May Jr is being controlled here.
Golov working away.
May Jr taking a bit of punishment here - Golov scoring with strikes.
May Jr takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
May Jr is trying to control Golov's posture but Golov avoids it. #T1#
Golov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
May Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Grigori Golov has got the better of the ground game so far.
May Jr is looking for a sweep.
May Jr struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Golov stalls from top position.
Golov lands a nice forearm strike. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Golov working the body and head with strikes.
Golov slows the pace down.
Golov working the ground and pound.
May Jr tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Golov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Golov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused May Jr some visible discomfort.
May Jr seems a little lost for a moment, as Golov dominates the positioning.#T3#
Golov lands a nice forearm strike.
Golov remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Golov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Golov working away.
Golov works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Golov is chipping away with strikes.
May Jr struggling a bit here.
Golov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Golov lands a nice forearm strike.
Golov landing a few strikes.
Grigori Golov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
May Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
May Jr trying to hold on to Golov's head to control him but Golov postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Golov in particular looking to stall.
Kaven May Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
May Jr throws a strike from the bottom that misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Grigori Golov!
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight for Grigori Golov!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight for Grigori Golov!

Grigori Golov wins by unanimous decision!

Event: HFC 56: Hunt vs Fermi
Date: Dec 11, 2022

#R1#
Morrison avoids the body shot from Golov.
Morrison takes a swing at Golov's ribcage but misses.
Golov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Despite the aggression on Morrison's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Golov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Golov moves in looking to clinch but Morrison pushes him off.#TD#
Golov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Golov showed some decent athleticism there.
Morrison is refusing to be controlled, as Golov sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Golov.
Morrison blocking the ground and pound attempt from Golov. #T1#
Golov throwing shots but Morrison is blocking nicely.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Morrison can do anything to dispel that myth.
Morrison is looking to improve his position.
Morrison regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Golov.
Morrison is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morrison being controlled here, momentarily.
Golov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Morrison looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Morrison looking to control.
Golov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Golov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Golov misses with an uppercut. Morrison saw that one coming.
Morrison throws a counter combo.
Morrison throws a jab when Golov was well out of range.
Golov doesn't manage to clinch there - Morrison circles away.
Morrison looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Golov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Golov lands a lovely overhand right.
Jab from Golov.
Golov throws a low kick but it's checked well by Morrison.#TD#
Golov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Golov wants to control from the top but Morrison keeps moving. #T3#
Morrison avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Morrison tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morrison keeping moving, preventing Golov from controlling successfully.
Morrison controlling Golov's posture.
Morrison keeping full guard, as Golov tries to pass.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Golov throwing strikes from guard but Morrison blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD#
Golov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Golov lands some shots froms side control.
Golov throwing strikes but Morrison manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Morrison wants to stand but Golov is controlling his arm.
Morrison controls the position.
Morrison trying to control the position but Golov is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Golov is looking to regain half guard here but Morrison keeps moving and retains side control.
Morrison tries to stand but Golov is controlling his head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Golov throws a lazy uppercut
and Morrison counters with a two punch combo.
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Morrison can do to turn this around?
Golov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Morrison counter with a right hand.
Golov throws the left hand but Morrison avoids the punch easily.
Golov tries to clinch
and Morrison counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Golov misses with a looping right.
Morrison looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Golov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Morrison ducks under a wild hook from Golov.
It seemed like Morrison was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Golov misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morrison defending well as Golov loads up on a big left hand.
Golov moves in looking to clinch but Morrison pushes him off.
Morrison slips a jab from Golov.
Golov lands the left hand.
Golov throws a poor cross that misses
and Golov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Golov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Morrison as he avoids it easily.
Morrison avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice side step and Morrison releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Golov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Golov has Morrison up against the cage in a clinch.
Morrison throws a punch but it's blocked by Golov.
Morrison blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Golov misses with a punch on the inside.
Morrison misses with a body punch.
Golov misses with a punch on the inside.
Golov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Golov is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Morrison breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Morrison, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T2#
Golov fails in his attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Morrison was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Golov misses with a hook
and Golov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Morrison throws a series of punches but Golov moves out of range.
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Golov has a takedown stuffed.
Morrison is looking for the big counter here.
Morrison circles away from the clinch attempt.
Golov misses with a hook to the body
letting Morrison counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Golov has his takedown stuffed
enabling Morrison to counter with a crisp jab.
Golov misses with an uppercut.
Golov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Morrison momentarily.
Alexander Morrison is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Golov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Morrison manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Golov misses with a combination
and Morrison counters with a stiff right hand.
Golov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Morrison counters with a one-two to the body.
Morrison slips under a jab from Golov.
Golov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Morrison doesn't seem bothered though.
Golov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Morrison takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Morrison scores with a jab. Golov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Golov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Morrison counters with a nice uppercut.
Golov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Golov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Morrison counters with a stiff right hand.
Alexander Morrison seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morrison scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Golov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Morrison avoids it really well and circles away.
Golov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Morrison.
Golov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Morrison counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Golov tries to clinch up
and Morrison counters with a three punch combo that has Golov backing up. Golov nods at Morrison to acknowledge the strikes.
Morrison digs a good body shot into Golov's ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Morrison showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Morrison misses with a wild combination. #CL#
Golov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Morrison lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Morrison struggles to land a body shot inside as Golov controls his hands.
Morrison gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Golov.
Morrison blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Golov has a couple of punches blocked by Morrison.
A short right from Morrison.
A short right from Morrison on the inside.
Golov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nice body punch from Morrison. #T1#
Golov is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grigori Golov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Golov misses with a punch to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Morrison.#BC2#
Morrison manages to break the clinch.
A low kick from Golov misses
and Morrison connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Golov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Morrison!
Golov is chipping away with strikes.
Morrison is looking to regain half guard here but Golov keeps moving and retains side control.
Morrison is trying to control Golov's posture but Golov avoids it.
Morrison on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T2#
Golov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Morrison wants to control but Golov postures up.
Golov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Golov with the ground and pound but Morrison regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morrison is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morrison is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Golov scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Morrison is not content to let Golov control the position.
Golov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Golov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Golov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Golov throwing shots but Morrison is blocking nicely.
Golov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Golov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Golov is trying to control. Morrison wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Golov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T4#
Golov thows a huge punch but Morrison dodges it nicely.
Grigori Golov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Golov is nestled in close to Morrison, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Golov is nestled in close to Morrison, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Morrison blocking the ground and pound attempt from Golov.
Golov looks to land a strike but Morrison avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Golov lands a couple of elbows.
Golov postures up and lands a big shot to Morrison's brow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Golov postures up in Morrison's guard and throws a big left but Morrison blocks it.
Golov throws a big right hand that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Grigori Golov.
I think Golov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Alexander Morrison!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight for Alexander Morrison!
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight for Alexander Morrison!

Alexander Morrison wins by unanimous decision!
Alexander Morrison spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: Big Wave XVIII
Date: Sep 24, 2022

#R1#
Golov lands with a right hand. #TD#
Chan gets caught flat footed, as Golov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Golov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Golov stops Chan from standing up.
Golov 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.
Golov with a nice head shot there.
Chan is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Golov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Golov is standing up over Chan. Chan looks to escape but Golov dives into side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Chan can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chan is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Golov is controlling him well.
Golov scoring with punches and elbows.
Chan is trying to buck Golov off.
Golov landing strikes. #T1#
Chan is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Golov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Golov landing a few strikes.
Chan is being controlled here.
Chan is trying to buck Golov off.
You can see the frustration on Chan's face as Golov controls the position.
Chan takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Golov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T2#
Chan tries to escape but Golov is in control.
Golov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Chan keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chan is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Golov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Chan takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Golov takes a little break here. Chan wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Chan is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Golov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Golov working the ground and pound.
Golov controls the position from side control.
Golov lands a few punches from side control.
Chan wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T3#
Golov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Chan!
Golov with good strikes from the mount here!
Golov landing strikes from the mount and Chan is in trouble! #ROC#Chan is rocked!
Chan's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Chan is still in real trouble! Can Golov finish him?
Golov lands a big shot to the head and Chan winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Grigori Golov!
Yamapi Chan was interviewed post fight and said 'this guy did not deserve the win !'.

Event: BWMMA XII 135 Tourny R2
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
Nice defenses there by Golov.
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Hataki paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hataki lands with a good body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Golov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A jab from Hataki does it's job there.
Golov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hataki.
Golov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Golov defending well as Hataki loads up on a big left hand.
Hataki throws a body punch but Golov moves out of range.
Golov avoids the body shot from Hataki.
A big right from Golov misses.
Golov throws a hook but Hataki blocks it.
Golov misses with a takedown attempt - Hataki sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Hataki misses the target.
Hataki with a body punch. A glancing blow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Golov feints and as Hataki raises his hands in defense, Golov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Hataki is trying to keep Golov in close.
Golov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1##SUB#
Hataki working for a triangle but Golov defends it easily. #SUB#
Hataki had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Golov defends it easily.
Golov stopping the sweep attempt from Hataki.
Hataki being controlled here, momentarily.
Hataki controls Golov momentarily but Golov frees himself. #SUB#
Hataki throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Hataki throws his legs up looking for a submission but Golov uses it to pass to side control. #T2#
Golov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Hataki is looking for a sweep.
Hataki manages to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hataki gets back to full guard.
Hataki trying to keep a closed guard but Golov is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Hataki is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Golov defends well.
Hataki wants to sweep here but Golov controlling him for the moment.
Golov trying to control the position from guard on top but Hataki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB#
Hataki looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Golov passes into side control.
Hataki struggling a bit here.
Golov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Hataki's shoulder. That is not cool.
Hataki is trying to control Golov's posture but Golov avoids it.
Hataki trying to control but Golov flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Golov avoiding Hataki 's attempts to control his hands.
Hataki wants to get back to his feet.
Hataki can't escape the position.
Golov trying to control momentarily. #T4#
I really don't envy Hataki right now.
Golov is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Hataki tries to roll but Golov sticks to his back.
Golov tries to get the hooks in deep but Hataki pushed the leg off.
Hataki trying to control the position but Golov manages to sink in the hooks.
Hataki is really stuck here.
Golov is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Hataki is really stuck here.
Hataki trying to control the hands but Golov won't let him.
Golov controlling from the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Grigori Golov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Hataki wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hataki tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Golov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hataki.
Golov connects with a jab.
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakashi Hataki is winning the standup battle so far.
Golov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hataki misses with a few strikes there.
Golov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hataki missing with a left hand there. Golov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hataki feints a jab promting Golov to slip. Hataki then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Golov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Hataki misses with a body shot.
Golov throws a hook but Hataki avoids it easily.#TD#
Golov gets caught flat footed, as Hataki shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hataki trying to control the position from guard on top but Golov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hataki postures up in Golov's guard and throws a big left but Golov blocks it.
Golov is trying to keep Hataki in close.
Hataki postures up and lands a big shot to Golov's brow. #T1#
Hataki prevents Golov from getting back to his feet.
Golov looking for a sweep. Not yet Golov, not yet.
Golov keeping moving, preventing Hataki from controlling successfully.
Grigori Golov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Golov can't keep his opponent in guard - Hataki advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Hataki seems to be working for a kimura but Golov defends the submission attempt.
Hataki throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Golov tries to get to full guard but Hataki has control of the leg. #SUB#
Hataki 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.
Hataki looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Golov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Hataki throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Hataki is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SU#
Hataki decides to return to a standing position.
Hataki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Golov can do to turn this around?
Hataki misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Golov.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Golov.
A decent looking cross lands there for Golov.
Kakashi Hataki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hataki takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Golov takes a swing at Hataki's ribcage but misses.
Hataki swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Golov avoids the body shot from Hataki.
Golov throws the left hand but Hataki avoids the punch easily.
Golov throws a body punch but Hataki moves out of range.
Golov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hataki throws out the jab.
Golov dips to his left and cracks Hataki with an uppercut!
Golov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hataki uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Golov.
Golov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hataki's hands.
Hataki lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Golov backs up against the cage.
Hataki displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Golov.
Golov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fighters circle momentarily. Golov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hataki misses the shot to the body.
Hataki throws a series of punches but Golov avoids them all with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Golov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hataki makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kakashi Hataki has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grigori Golov.
Hataki scores with the left hand. Golov knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Golov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hataki as he jumps to the side.
Golov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hataki misses with a wild body shot.
Golov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hataki moves away.
Hataki is looking to wear down Golov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hataki throws a body shot but no joy.
Golov misses with a body shot.
Golov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Golov shoots in for a double leg but Hataki sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Golov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Hataki tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hataki is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Golov off and has taken his back!
Golov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hataki's guard. Nice work there by Golov.
Golov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hataki not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kakashi Hataki 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#
Hataki connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hataki slips under a jab.
Golov misses with a takedown attempt - Hataki sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Golov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hataki is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Golov lands a nice shot to the body.
Hataki slaps away a takedown attempt from Golov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hataki with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Golov misses the target. #TD2#
Golov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Hataki is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hataki trying to control here.
Golov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Golov prevents Hataki from improving his position.#T1##SUB#
Hataki actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Golov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB#
Hataki looking for submissions off his back.
Golov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Hataki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Golov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Golov's back!
Golov trying to control but not successfully. #T2#
Hataki throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Golov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Will Hataki go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Hataki is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Golov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Hataki scores with strikes from the back.
Even with his hooks in, Hataki manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Hataki. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Golov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Golov taking shots to the head.
Hataki landing strikes from the mount and Golov is in trouble! #T3#
Golov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Golov wants to hold on but Hataki pushes him away.
Golov might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hataki haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Golov is desperately trying to improve his position but Hataki has a good base and remains in mount.
Hataki lands a heavy elbow.
Hataki looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Hataki unloading with bombs!
Hataki connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Golov in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Hataki working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Golov takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Hataki 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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Hataki working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Golov holds on for dear life.
Hataki connects with a couple of good shots from mount. #T4#
Hataki lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Hataki tries to control but Golov wriggling away.
Hataki landing punches.
Golov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hataki breaks from Golov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Hataki landing strikes, looking to finish!
Golov is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Hataki lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Golov taking shots to the head.
Hataki lands a nice shot to the head.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Golov can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Hataki is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Golov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Hataki landing punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kakashi Hataki showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Hataki 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 Paul Gruel scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kakashi Hataki!
A very excited looking Kakashi Hataki made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: IMMAC 1: The Beginning
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1#
Golov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lehto throwing a counter right hand but Golov manages to avoid it.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lehto dodges the punch combination from Golov.
Lehto is looking to counter punch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Golov.#TD2#
Lehto gets caught flat footed, as Golov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Golov 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.
Golov is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Golov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lehto's head.
Golov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lehto definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Golov throws a big elbow that misses. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Golov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Golov's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Golov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lehto was well out of range. Poor timing from Golov.
Lehto throwing a counter right hand but Golov manages to avoid it.
Lehto moves away from the strike by Golov.
Golov missing with a left hand there. Lehto was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Golov shoots and misses
and Lehto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Golov swings widly with a right hand
letting Lehto counter with a right hand.
Golov looks to land a combination but Lehto avoids it well.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lehto swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Golov misses the shot to the body.
Lehto was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Golov throws a body shot but no joy.
Lehto throwing a counter right hand but Golov manages to avoid it.
Golov misses with a wild combination.
Golov misses with a body shot.
Lehto throwing a counter right hand but Golov manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Golov is defended easily by Lehto.
Mika Lehto has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grigori Golov.
Golov throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Lehto to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Lehto gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Golov's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Lehto is trying to keep Golov in close.
Golov landing some decent shots from guard.
Golov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Let's hope that Golov 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.
Golov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Golov throwing strikes but missing.
Lehto trying to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lehto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Lehto on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Golov.
Lehto knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Golov on the ground.
Lehto tries to improve position but can't.
Lehto takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Golov working the ground and pound but Lehto is defending the strikes.
Grigori Golov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Golov working the ground and pound from side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Lehto some visible discomfort.
An elbow from Golov crashes against the mat.
Golov taking a breather here.
Golov scoring with punches and elbows. #T1#
Golov moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Lehto is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Golov is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Lehto is trying to escape and Golov transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Lehto is forced to tap! Nice work there by Golov! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Grigori Golov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 29, 2022

#R1#
Golov just misses with a punch to the body.
Collins tries to counter with a takedown but Golov is quick to defend against it.
We've been hearing reports that Collins has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Golov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Collins on his heels. He'll look to pass Collins's guard now, I'm sure.
Golov looking to sit in guard and control but Collins gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Golov controls Collins momentarily but Collins frees himself.
Collins stopping the sweep attempt from Golov.#SUB2#
Golov working for submissions but it's allowed Collins to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Golov is looking to get back to full guard here but Collins has managed to pass to side control instead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Golov is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Golov stops Collins from passing to mount.
You can see the frustration on Golov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Collins is staying tight to Golov's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Golov is trying to control Collins's posture but Collins avoids it.
Golov tries to improve position but can't.
Golov tries to strike but it doesn't land. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Golov is looking to reverse the position.
Collins works to advance to full mount. Golov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Golov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Collins wants to control the pace but Golov is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Golov holds of for dear life.
Golov tries to hold on but Collins pushes him away. #SUB#
Collins working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Golov tries to hold on but Collins postures up.
Golov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Collins. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Golov is desperately trying to improve his position but Collins has a good base and remains in mount.#T3#
Golov tries to hold on but Collins pushes him away.
Golov is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.
Golov swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Collins tries to control but Golov wriggling away. #SUB#
Collins is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Golov can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
We've been informed that Golov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Collins looking to control and managing it successfully.
Golov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Collins wants to control the pace but Golov is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Golov is looking to improve his position but Collins isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Golov defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Collins. #SUB#
Golov tries to improve his position but Collins has taken his back! Collins has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Golov tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Collins pushes Golov away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Collins!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 08, 2022

#R1#
Tham tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Golov was well out of range. Poor timing from Tham.
Golov misses the jab.
Tham moves in looking to clinch but Golov pushes him off.
Golov keeps the fight on the outside.
Grigori Golov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Golov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Golov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Golov lands a couple of digs.
Golov works over Tham with some ground and pound from guard.
Golov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Golov cracks Tham with a solid left hand.
Tham has momentary wrist control but Golov slips an elbow through the middle.
Golov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Golov is stalling in the full guard.
Golov with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Golov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Golov pushes down on Tham's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Tham on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Golov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Golov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tham with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Tham is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Golov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tham is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Golov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tham taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Tham looks winded!
Golov lands with a punch from half guard.
Golov is nestled in close to Tham, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Golov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
Golov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Tham has hold of Golov's hands but Golov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Golov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Golov slips a nice elbow through Tham's hands, connecting with Tham's forehead.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
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. Golov connects with a nice short shot to Tham's temple.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Golov lands a nice short elbow.
Golov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Golov lands strikes from half guard.
Golov is nestled in close to Tham, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Golov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Golov working over Tham with some ground and pound. Tham looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Golov slips a nice elbow through Tham's hands, connecting with Tham's forehead.
Ground and pound from Golov.
Tham taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Golov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tham taking some punishment here, with Golov in his half guard.
Golov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Tham really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Golov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
Golov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
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. Golov connects with a nice short shot to Tham's temple.
Golov working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Golov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tham with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Golov working the head and body with strikes.
Golov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
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. Golov connects with a nice short shot to Tham's temple.
Golov working Tham over with strikes.
Nice strikes from Golov there.
Nice strikes from Golov there.
Golov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Golov working over Tham with some ground and pound. Tham looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Golov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Grigori Golov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Golov lands with a cross.
Golov misses with a lunging right hand
and Tham counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Golov thinking.
Golov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tham throws a series of punches but Golov moves out of range. #TD#
Golov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Golov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Golov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Tham down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tham taking a bit of punishment here - Golov scoring with strikes.
Grigori Golov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Golov is putting a hurting on Tham here, landing some big shots from side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tham is letting Golov control him for a moment.
Golov scores with punches from side control.
Tham on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Golov has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Tham!
Tham is breathing heavily.
A nice elbow there by Golov.#T1#
Golov with good strikes from the mount here!
Golov looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Golov lands a big elbow.
Golov lands a big shot there that rocks Tham but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Golov working the ground and pound effectively.
Golov working the ground and pound effectively.
Golov lands a couple of good shots and Tham has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
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!
Golov has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Tham's body.
Golov lands punches and elbows. #T2#
Golov lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK.
Golov scores with punches and elbows.
Golov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tham can do to turn this around?
Golov has Tham flattened out and is raining down punches.
Golov is punishing Tham with strikes - can he finish him?!
Golov punishes Tham with strikes from the back mount.
Golov lands a shot to the body.
Golov is throwing punches to the body, looking to soften Tham up.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Oooh a big shot gets through from Golov. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Tham is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Golov.
Golov gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes. #T3#
Tham is trying to remain composed but Golov is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Golov throwing strikes from the back - he gets a warning from the referee for striking the back of the head but all these shots are hurting Tham!
Golov is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Golov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up. #SUB#
Golov has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Tham is in real trouble here. Golov gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Tham is tapping out! Golov wins by rear naked choke!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Grigori Golov!

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