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Event:
TOF 176
Date: Dec 01, 2024 |
#R1#
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Fraiberg.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Kersikov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fraiberg misses with a kick to the body.
Kersikov avoids the head kick by Fraiberg.
Kersikov works Fraiberg's body with a nice hook.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fraiberg throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Kersikov misses the target.
Fraiberg's coach down at Ragnarok\'s Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Fraiberg's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Fraiberg moves out of range as Kersikov strikes.
Fraiberg looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Kersikov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Michael Fraiberg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fraiberg swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Kersikov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kersikov misses with a head kick.
A little jabbing left from Fraiberg on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Fraiberg gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kersikov counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Fraiberg badly! He tries to strike back but Kersikov puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Fraiberg out cold! Oh man, Fraiberg will never hear the end of this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vladymyr Kersikov!
A relieved looking Vladymyr Kersikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TOF 167
Date: Nov 03, 2024 |
#R1#
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Magnus Thorgard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thorgard lunges at Kersikov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kersikov's hand.
Nice body punch from Thorgard.
Kersikov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Thorgard makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thorgard.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Thorgard thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Kersikov slips a straight right by Thorgard.
Thorgard misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thorgard tries for a takedown but Kersikov circles away easily
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thorgard connects with a single shot there.
Thorgard throws a lazy uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick. #T1#
Thorgard lands a jab.
We've been hearing reports that Thorgard has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Vladymyr Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kersikov scores with a shot to the body.
Thorgard throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Thorgard avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Thorgard.
Thorgard lands some shots froms side control.#SUB#
Thorgard tries for a kimura but Kersikov is defending well.
Thorgard wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy. #T2#
Kersikov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov trying to control from half guard but Thorgard is working away.
Kersikov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kersikov is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Thorgard manages to get to full guard.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Thorgard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov wanted to stand there but Thorgard had control of the position.
Thorgard pulls Kersikov in close to prevent any damage. #T3#
Kersikov throws a big elbow that misses.
Thorgard is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov trying to control but Thorgard is working from the bottom.
Thorgard pulls Kersikov in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Thorgard looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Kersikov has picked Thorgard up and slammed him! Thorgard can't keep hold of the triangle and Kersikov manages to pass to side control!
Thorgard is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
Thorgard wants to control but Kersikov postures up.#SU2#
Kersikov stands up. #T4#
Thorgard throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A big right from Thorgard misses.
Thorgard uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kersikov.
A slow jab from Kersikov misses its intended target.
Thorgard has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kersikov finds it's way round the side to connect with Thorgard's head.
Kersikov throws a leg kick #TD#
and Thorgard counters with a nice double leg 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!
Thorgard winds up and cracks Kersikov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Thorgard sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T5#
Thorgard wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Thorgard 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.
Thorgard working the head and body with strikes.
Kersikov gets full guard.
Thorgard postures up.
Kersikov has control of Thorgard's left arm, preventing Thorgard from doing any damage.
Thorgard trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T6#
Thorgard stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Kersikov pulls Thorgard in to control the position.
Thorgard scoring with some ground and pound.
Thorgard scoring with some ground and pound.
Thorgard works over Kersikov with some ground and pound from guard.
Thorgard distracts Kersikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Thorgard trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thorgard advances position into side control!#T7#
Thorgard lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kersikov down.
Kersikov tries to improve position but can't.
Thorgard controls the position from side control.
Thorgard working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kersikov gets back to half guard.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Thorgard is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
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. Thorgard connects with a nice short shot to Kersikov's temple. #T8#
Thorgard thows a huge punch but Kersikov dodges it nicely.
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Thorgard is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Kersikov 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.
Thorgard working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Thorgard lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#CUT#It looks like Vladymyr Kersikov has been cut.
Thorgard with shots to the head and body - Kersikov looks very uncomfortable down there.
Thorgard working the ground and pound effectively.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thorgard lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#ROC#Kersikov is rocked!#T9#
A big strike lands for Thorgard! That's really hurt Kersikov and he's turned his back - Thorgard keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Thorgard jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Magnus Thorgard!
During a confident post fight interview, Magnus Thorgard thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TOF 160
Date: Oct 12, 2024 |
#R1#
Bronze tries for a takedown but Kersikov circles away easily
and Kersikov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bronze shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kersikov as he jumps to the side.
Bronze looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Grady Bronze. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bronze fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bronze fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Bronze fails with the takedown
and Kersikov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kersikov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bronze shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kersikov but Kersikov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bronze has his takedown stuffed
and Kersikov counters with a huge left! Bronze is in big trouble! He's backing up but Kersikov isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Bronze from any more damage. A dominating finish by Kersikov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladymyr Kersikov!
A relieved looking Vladymyr Kersikov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Grady Bronze spoke after the fight, saying 'Well I think it's about time to let the young guys take over. I don't feel the drive to fight anymore. I'm just happy I had the opportunity to fight along some of the scariest opponents TOF has to offer.'. |
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Event:
TOF 149
Date: Sep 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Majesty fails to land with a series of punches.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Majesty pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kersikov misses the jab.
Majesty looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Majesty on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT2#It looks like Darnell Majesty has been cut.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Majesty.
Kersikov just misses with a punch to the body.
Majesty throwing a counter right hand but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Majesty misses with a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a slapping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Majesty lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Majesty misses with a right hand
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Majesty moves away from the strike by Kersikov. #T1#
Majesty misses with a body shot.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Majesty loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Majesty throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.
A countering left hand to the body from Kersikov misses.
Majesty misses with a hook.
Majesty misses with a double jab
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
Majesty misses the shot to the body.
Majesty keeps Kersikov at a distance using the push kick. #T2#
Majesty misses with a body shot
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Majesty jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Majesty connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Majesty.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A lazy left from Majesty finds it's target.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Majesty moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kersikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Majesty clobbers Kersikov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#It looks like Vladymyr Kersikov has been cut.#KD2#
Kersikov lands a big head kick that sends Majesty tumbling to the mat! Kersikov takes a step backwards and waves Majesty back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Majesty is rocked!#T3#
Kersikov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Majesty misses with a hook.
Kersikov misses with the body kick
and Majesty counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Majesty fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kersikov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Majesty throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Majesty swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov connects with a looping right hand.
#T4#
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Majesty.
Kersikov misses with a combination
and Majesty counters with a stiff right hand.
Kersikov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Majesty.
Majesty throws a body punch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lazy left from Kersikov finds it's target.#CUT2#Darnell Majesty's cut is getting worse.
Majesty is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kersikov. #T5#
Good standup being displayed there by Majesty as he connects with a hook.
Majesty misses with a wild combination.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Majesty avoids it with no problem.
Kersikov scores with a sloppy right hand. Majesty should have avoided that one.
Majesty throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Majesty avoids it with no problem.
Darnell Majesty seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Majesty showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kersikov.
An attempted straight right counter from Majesty misses the target.#T6#
Majesty with the inside leg kick.
Good work by Majesty as he checks the leg kick.
Majesty moves out of range of the body kick.
Majesty lands a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Majesty!
Majesty throws a big shot that misses.
Majesty backing away here, and Kersikov unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kersikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T7#
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Majesty dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kersikov takes one on the button.
Majesty misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Majesty lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Kersikov throws a leg kick which misses Majesty's front leg but catches the back leg as Majesty tries to avoid it.
Majesty is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Majesty with a nice cross.
Majesty avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T8#
Majesty lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kersikov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov slips under a jab from Majesty.
Majesty misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Majesty.
Majesty tries to move into range but Kersikov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2#Darnell Majesty's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Majesty just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Majesty. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.#T9#
Kersikov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kersikov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Majesty blocks a jab.
Kersikov 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.
Majesty misses the jab.
Kersikov defending well as Majesty loads up on a big left hand.
Kersikov was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kersikov scores with a body shot.
Majesty blocks a head kick by Kersikov.
A little feinted left hand from Majesty on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Kersikov has knocked Majesty down with a huge combo! Kersikov steps away and waves a wobbly Majesty back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Vladymyr Kersikov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kersikov finds Majesty's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Majesty flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Kersikov lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Majesty will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vladymyr Kersikov!
A victorious Vladymyr Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TOF 133
Date: Jul 20, 2024 |
#R1#
Socippo misses with a series of wild punches.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Socippo looks to land a combination but Kersikov avoids it well.
Socippo misses with a wild body shot.
Socippo throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
As Socippo backs off Kersikov throws a huge counter combo but Socippo manages to avoid it all.
Socippo thuds a left hand into Kersikov's body.
Kersikov tries to move into range but Socippo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Socippo moves out of range as Kersikov throws a body kick.
A punch combination from Socippo misses.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Socippo checks a low kick from Kersikov.
Luther Socippo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Socippo misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Socippo.
Kersikov follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Socippo jabs Kersikov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Socippo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Socippo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Socippo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Socippo.
Kersikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Socippo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Socippo is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Socippo thinks about countering with a head kick.
Socippo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Socippo throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Kersikov wants to clinch.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Socippo.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big left from Socippo misses.
Kersikov moves out of range as Socippo throws a body kick.
Socippo sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Socippo avoids it this time.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Socippo.
Kersikov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Socippo lands a jab to Kersikov's midsection.
Kersikov lands the left hand.#CUT2#It looks like Luther Socippo has been cut.
Socippo works Kersikov's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Socippo misses with a body shot
#CL2#
and Kersikov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The referee calls for Socippo to work.
A short right from Kersikov.
Come on Kersikov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kersikov taking a breather.
Kersikov continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Kersikov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Socippo.
Kersikov lands with a short shot to the head.
Kersikov swings wildly with an uppercut but Socippo uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Socippo throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov slowing the pace effectively.
Kersikov lands a left hand.
Socippo tries to circle away but Kersikov has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Socippo breaks from the clinch.
Socippo throws a combination that misses
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Socippo throws a lazy head kick
and Kersikov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A punch combination from Socippo misses.
And Kersikov responds with a good body kick, but Socippo manages to step out the way in time.
A head kick misses from Socippo.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T5##KD2#
Kersikov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Socippo sprawling to the canvas! Socippo rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kersikov finish him?!
#ROC2#Socippo is rocked!
Kersikov throws a low kick, looking for Socippo's leg but Socippo calmly moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Socippo on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Oh Socippo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Socippo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Socippo seems to have got his legs back now.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Socippo moved away.
An inside leg kick lands from Socippo.
Socippo is looking to wear down Kersikov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Socippo misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheers as Socippo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kersikov doesn't seem phased though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Socippo, as that shot connected.
Socippo misses with a wild combination.
Socippo misses with a combination
and Kersikov counters with a nice leg kick. #T6#
Kersikov thuds a left hand into Socippo's body.
Kersikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Socippo.
#CL2#
Kersikov moves into the clinch successfully.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kersikov as Socippo tries to tie him up.
A hook to the body from Kersikov.
I was talking to Socippo's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kersikov swings wildly with an uppercut but Socippo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Socippo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kersikov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Socippo backwards.
Kersikov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#T7#
A short right from Socippo on the inside.
Kersikov scores with a shoulder strike. #CUT2#Luther Socippo's cut is getting worse.
Kersikov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Socippo is trying to break the clinch but Kersikov is controlling him.
Kersikov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Socippo is trying to push Kersikov away but Kersikov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Socippo scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Socippo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Socippo misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov scores with the left hand. Socippo knows he should have avoided that one.
Socippo throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T8#
Socippo misses the shot to the body.
Socippo sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Socippo avoids it this time.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Socippo.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Socippo.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
Socippo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kersikov.
Kersikov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Socippo just misses with a punch to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Socippo - that will leave a mark!
Socippo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kersikov in his tracks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Socippo tries to land a leg kick but Kersikov saw it coming and moves away.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kersikov avoids the body shot from Socippo.
A nice side step and Kersikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Socippo misses with a straight right.
Kersikov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Socippo with a body shot.#T9#
Kersikov throws a jab when Socippo was well out of range.
Socippo swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Socippo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kersikov in his tracks.
Kersikov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Socippo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Socippo swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kersikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kersikov misses with a looping left.
Kersikov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Socippo is out of range.
Socippo appears to be looking for a big counter.
Socippo takes a jab right on the kisser.
#CUT2#Luther Socippo's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kersikov slips a jab from Socippo.
Socippo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
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 Luther Socippo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Luther Socippo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Luther Socippo is winning the standup battle so far.
Socippo slips under a jab from Kersikov.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Socippo misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Socippo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kersikov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Socippo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov wants to counter with a clinch but Socippo pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Socippo lands a two punch combo.
Socippo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Socippo throws out a powerful jab.
Socippo misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Socippo lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Socippo throws the left hand but Kersikov avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Socippo avoids it with no problem.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Socippo.
Kersikov tries to counter with a clinch but Socippo shakes him off and moves away.
Kersikov scores with a nice right hand.
Socippo misses with a telegraphed body shot
#KD2#
and Kersikov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Socippo! Kersikov lets Socippo back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
A jab from Socippo misses.
Socippo moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKersikov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Socippo throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kersikov on the side of the head.
Socippo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Socippo throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov wants to counter the offense by Socippo and move into the clinch position.
Socippo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Socippo misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Socippo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Socippo throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Socippo stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kersikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kersikov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Socippo misses with a double jab
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Socippo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Socippo.
Kersikov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kersikov fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Socippo to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Socippo looks to clinch but Kersikov throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Socippo taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Vladymyr Kersikov!
After winning the bout, Vladymyr Kersikov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
TOF 126
Date: Jun 23, 2024 |
#R1#
Kersikov throws the kick towards the body but Marks avoids it.
Sloppy strikes from Marks. Those never looked like landing.
Kersikov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kersikov swings widly with a right hand
and Marks counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Marks moved away.
Marks throws a front kick that sends Kersikov stumbling back into the cage.
A bone on bone clash there as Kersikov blocks the leg kick.
Kersikov throws out a counter right but Marks avoids it with no problem.
A nice leg kick lands there from Marks.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a body punch but Marks moves out of range.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marks.
Kersikov wants to counter with a clinch but Marks pushes him away.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Kersikov unleashes a big counter combination but Marks bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Kersikov goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT2#It looks like Jeremy Marks has been cut.
Kersikov slips a jab from Marks.
Kersikov slips a jab from Marks.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kersikov checks a leg kick.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marks ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Marks throws a big counter combination but Kersikov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice body kick from Kersikov.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marks.
Marks throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
#T2#
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Marks's leg. Marks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marks swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jeremy Marks seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Marks checks a leg kick.
Kersikov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMarks.
Marks just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov counters with a body kick.
Kersikov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Marks throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from Marks.
Kersikov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Marks.
Marks definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Marks dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marks. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Marks scores with a body shot.
Kersikov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
As Kersikov backs away, Marks returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Marks. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Marks avoids the body shot from Kersikov.
Kersikov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Marks finds it's way round the side to connect with Kersikov's head.
Marks lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Marks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Marks throws a leg kick but Kersikov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kersikov tries to counter with a clinch but Marks shakes him off and moves away.#T4#
Marks lands a head shot.
Kersikov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT#It looks like Vladymyr Kersikov has been cut.
Kersikov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Marks.
Kersikov moves out of range as Marks throws a body kick.
Kersikov wants to counter the offense by Marks and move into the clinch position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Some wild striking there from Kersikov.
Marks misses with a left hand
and Kersikov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Marks thinking.
Marks is breathing heavily.
That kick from Kersikov tenderised Marks's leg. Marks is trying to keep his angry face on.
Marks tries to land a front kick but Kersikov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T5#
Marks connects with a jab.
Kersikov misses with a hook
and Marks connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marks walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kersikov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Marks throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Marks throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Marks.
Marks has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Marks bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Marks throws a nice head kick!
#T6#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Marks swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Marks is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Marks misses with a body shot.
A big left from Marks misses.
Kersikov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Marks will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Marks lands with a shot to the body.
Marks ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick.#T7#
Marks throws a head kick that misses.
Marks throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Marks misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Marks lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kersikov circles away quickly and effectively.
Marks cracks Kersikov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Marks chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kersikov misses with a low kick.
Kersikov throws a body punch but Marks moves out of range.
Marks is looking to counter with a body kick.
Marks thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Kersikov if he has to take too many more of those.
#T8#
Marks misses with a low kick.
Kersikov checks a leg kick.
Marks throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kersikov throws a wild body kick that Marks sees coming a mile off.
Marks throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Marks.
Marks throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Marks is looking to land body kicks.
Marks misses with a leg kick
and Kersikov counters with a nice body kick.
#T9#
Kersikov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Marks moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kersikov throws a series of punches but Marks moves out of range.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marks throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
A head kick misses from Marks.
A head kick misses from Marks.
Marks throws a leg kick which misses Kersikov's front leg but catches the back leg as Kersikov tries to avoid it.
Marks takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Kersikov throws out a loose jab but Marks uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jeremy Marks dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
No joy there for Kersikov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A jab from Kersikov does it's job there.
Marks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marks tries a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Marks backs up against the cage.
Kersikov checks a low kick from Marks.
Kersikov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A cross from Kersikov lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marks misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Marks lands a head kick!
Marks uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kersikov.#T1#
Marks pushes Kersikov away with a front kick.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Marks sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kersikov misses with a combination
and Marks counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Marks misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov.
Marks misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov counters with a good low kick that Marks was not able to check.
Some bone on bone action there as Kersikov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kersikov takes a kick to the side of the head.
Marks feints and then cracks Kersikov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kersikov down. #T2#
Kersikov avoids a kick to the body.
Kersikov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Marks throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov's shoulder, as Kersikov tries to avoid the shot.
Marks sets himself, and Kersikov steps forward looking for the clinch! Marks avoids it this time.
A nice leg kick from Kersikov, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice inside leg kick there by Kersikov. That's going to slow Marks down.
Marks throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kersikov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Marks scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Kersikov walks forward, straight into a front kick from Marks.#T3#
Kersikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Kersikov might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Marks has got the better of the exchanges.
Marks fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov wants to counter the offense by Marks and move into the clinch position.
Marks misses with a body kick.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Marks goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Marks throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Kersikov feints a counter leg kick.
Kersikov lands with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Marks scores with a leg kick.
#T4#
Marks throws a nice inside leg kick.
Marks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Marks steps away.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the body.
Marks takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Marks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov throws a counter combo.
Marks throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marks throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kersikov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Marks moves forwards but Kersikov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Marks moved out of range.#T5#
Marks loads up on a big right hand but Kersikov slips the punch.
Marks is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kersikov can do to turn this around?
Marks misses with a right hand
and Kersikov counters with a left and a right that stings Marks.
Kersikov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#Jeremy Marks's cut is getting worse.
Kersikov takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Kersikov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Marks throws out a loose jab but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marks slips under a jab.
Marks throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Marks is out of range and Kersikov settles back down. #T6#
Marks throws a sloppy head kick and Kersikov moves out of range easily.
Marks throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov wants to counter the offense by Marks and move into the clinch position.
Marks steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Marks appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Marks.
Kersikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
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!
Marks slips under a jab from Kersikov.
It looked like Marks wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Marks lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Good work by Kersikov as he checks the leg kick.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut.
Marks is looking to counter with a body kick.#T7#
Kersikov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Marks's hands.
Kersikov blocks a head kick by Marks.
Marks steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kersikov. That one must have hurt.
Kersikov jabs Marks right on the nose. Marks blinks but takes it well.
Jeremy Marks is winning the standup battle so far.
Kersikov throws a leg kick
and Marks counters with a one-two to the body.
Marks looks for the body kick but Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Marks tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kersikov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMarks.#T8#
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Marks sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Marks tries to score with a low kick but Kersikov moves his leg out of the way.
Nice body kick there by Marks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marks scores with the left hand. Kersikov knows he should have avoided that one.
Kersikov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Marks.
As Marks backs off Kersikov throws a huge counter combo but Marks manages to avoid it all.
Marks misses with an uppercut
and Kersikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marks tries a head kick but it misses.
#T9#
Marks bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kersikov's head.
Marks throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Marks.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Marks moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Marks.
Marks pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Despite the aggression on Kersikov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kersikov lands a nice looking kick to the body. Marks takes a step back to recover.
Kersikov blocks the body kick.
Marks scores with a nice strike.
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 Jeremy Marks will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Marks's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Marks throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov counters with a straight right hand.
Kersikov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A low kick from Kersikov misses
and Marks counters with an inside leg kick.
Kersikov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Marks misses with a straight left.
Kersikov motions for Marks to come forward. Kersikov throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
And Marks counters with a quick kick to the body but Kersikov blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marks misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Marks misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Marks.
Marks paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T1#
Marks looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kersikov cracks Marks with an open hand slap.
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick.
Kersikov throws a body kick that misses.
And Marks counters with a quick kick to the body but Kersikov blocks it.
Marks misses with a body kick.
Kersikov counters with a body kick.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marks.
Marks looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kersikov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Marks with a nice calf kick.
Nice defenses there by Kersikov.#T2#
Marks pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Marks lands with a hook. Kersikov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Marks swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Marks throws the kick towards the body but Kersikov avoids it.
Kersikov wants to counter with a clinch but Marks pushes him away.
Kersikov moves out of range as Marks throws a body kick.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Marks.
Kersikov scores with a leg kick.
Kersikov tries to bum rush Marks with a series of wild strikes but Marks uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kersikov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Marks throws a wild body kick that Kersikov sees coming a mile off.#T3#
Kersikov blocks a leg kick.
Marks fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Marks looks for the body kick but Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov wants to counter with a clinch but Marks pushes him away.
Kersikov lands a glancing blow to the side of Marks's head.
Marks cracks Kersikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Marks takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Marks is looking to counter with a body kick.
Marks takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Marks checks a leg kick. #T4#
Marks fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kersikov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Marks scores with a nice right hand.
Marks looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Marks looks to land a right hand but Kersikov moved out of range.
Marks swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov thinks about the counter body kick.
Kersikov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Marks slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kersikov misses the jab.
Vladymyr Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T5#
Marks throws a head kick but Kersikov moves out of range.
Kersikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Marks connects with a leg kick.
Kersikov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Marks's head backwards.
Marks throws a low kick but Kersikov avoids it.
A left lands for Marks.
Marks throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Marks takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Marks throws a head kick that Kersikov semi-blocks.
Marks looks to score with a jab to the body but Kersikov is just out of range.
Kersikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Marks.#T6#
Kersikov misses with a body shot.
Marks throws a push kick but Kersikov slaps the foot to one side.
No joy there for Marks, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kersikov doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Marks chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov moves out of range of the body kick from Marks.
Marks lands a glancing blow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T7#
A decent looking cross lands there for Marks.
Kersikov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Marks thuds his right hand into Kersikov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A leg kick checked by Kersikov.
And Kersikov responds with a good body kick, but Marks manages to step out the way in time.
A head kick by Marks misses #CL2#
and Kersikov moves into the clinch.
Kersikov has Marks pressed against the cage.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kersikov fails to land.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch. #T8#
Kersikov misses with some punches.
Marks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Marks's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Kersikov controlling the action here for a moment.
A nice left hand lands by Kersikov.
#BC#
Marks's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kersikov lands a lovely overhand right.
Kersikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Marks.
Jab, jab by Kersikov - just one landing.
Marks connects with a solid leg kick. #T9#
Marks uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kersikov.
Marks appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Marks saw that one coming.
Marks looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kersikov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kersikov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kersikov throws an overhand right that lands on Marks's shoulder, as Marks tries to avoid the shot.
Marks misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kersikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Marks checks a leg kick nicely.
Jeremy Marks is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL2#
Kersikov closes the distance and pushes Marks back into the cage.
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 Jeremy Marks.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Marks, 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Peck scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeremy Marks!
A very excited looking Jeremy Marks 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. |
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Event:
TOF 116
Date: May 25, 2024 |
#R1##KD2#
Kersikov sends Corbin crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kersikov is motioning to the referee to let Corbin up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#CUT2#It looks like Ulysses Corbin has been cut.
Corbin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A countering left hand to the body from Kersikov misses.
Corbin dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Kersikov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Corbin to score an easy takedown into full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Corbin from controlling successfully.
Kersikov is trying to control the position but Corbin postures up.
Corbin won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Kersikov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T1#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Corbin from controlling successfully.
Kersikov controlling the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kersikov throws a leg kick which misses Corbin's front leg but catches the back leg as Corbin tries to avoid it. #TD#
Corbin dives in and scores a takedown into Kersikov's guard.
Corbin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Corbin postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Corbin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Corbin with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Corbin tries to pass.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Corbin preventing the sweep.
Corbin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Corbin being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Corbin.
Kersikov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Corbin. Corbin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Corbin avoids a kick to the body.
Corbin misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Corbin is defended easily by Kersikov.#T4#
Corbin misses with a lunging right hand
and Kersikov makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Nice jab there from Kersikov.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Corbin.
Corbin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kersikov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kersikov replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Corbin blocks it well.
Corbin shoots in but Kersikov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Kersikov unleashes a big counter combination but Corbin bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T5#
Kersikov misses with a double jab.
Nice jab there from Kersikov.
Corbin closes the distance and clinches up with Kersikov, looking for a takedown. Corbin pushes Kersikov against the cage but Kersikov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kersikov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ulysses Corbin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Corbin misses with a body shot
and Kersikov counters with a stiff right hand.
Donk. Corbin catches Kersikov right on the button with a cross.
Kersikov defending well as Corbin loads up on a big left hand.
Vladymyr Kersikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Corbin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Corbin throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T6#
Nice shot by Corbin.
Nice shot by Corbin.
Kersikov moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Corbin misses with an uppercut. Kersikov saw that one coming.
Kersikov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Corbin.
Corbin darts in looking for a takedown but Kersikov gets double underhooks and turns Corbin into the cage.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kersikov working aggressively here.
Kersikov pushes Corbin back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Corbin wants a takedown.
A short right from Kersikov.
Kersikov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T7#
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Corbin backwards.
Kersikov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kersikov missing with knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kersikov.
Kersikov slowing the pace effectively.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Corbin backwards.
Corbin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Come on Kersikov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kersikov effectively controlling the action here.
Kersikov tries to land a knee to the head but Corbin blocks with his arms.
#T8#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Corbin. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Kersikov is looking to land body kicks.
Kersikov throws a right hand that Corbin ducks under and follows up with a left that Corbin also avoids with ease.
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!
Corbin darts in looking for a takedown but Kersikov gets double underhooks and turns Corbin into the cage.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kersikov lands a right hand.
Kersikov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kersikov is trying to stall.
Kersikov gets through Corbin's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T9#
Kersikov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kersikov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Corbin takes a shot to the head.
Corbin changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kersikov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Corbin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Corbin throws a right hand that Kersikov ducks under and follows up with a left that Kersikov also avoids with ease.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Corbin misses the jab.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A slow jab from Corbin misses its intended target.
Corbin fails to land the takedown.
Kersikov 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.
Vladymyr Kersikov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ulysses Corbin's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kersikov staying out of range there.
Kersikov is looking to slow Corbin down with leg kicks.
Corbin shoots in for a double leg but Kersikov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kersikov misses with a lunging right hand
and Corbin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Corbin throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kersikov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Corbin.
Kersikov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kersikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Corbin.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.#T1#
Kersikov slips a straight right by Corbin.
Kersikov tries a quick counter leg kick but Corbin is wise to it.
Kersikov misses with a body kick.
Corbin changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Corbin throws a hook but Kersikov avoids it easily.
Kersikov flicks out a counter leg kick but Corbin steps away.
Kersikov scores with a hook to the body. Corbin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kersikov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Corbin at a distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kersikov takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Corbin misses with a hook. Kersikov ducked under it nicely.
Kersikov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Corbin shoots in but no luck this time.
Kersikov counters with a body kick.
Vladymyr Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#KD2#
Kersikov cracks Corbin with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kersikov has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Corbin to stand back up!#ROC2#Corbin is rocked!
Kersikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Corbin scores with a jab. Kersikov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Oh Corbin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kersikov works Corbin's body with a nice hook.
Corbin throws a right hand that misses
and Kersikov makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Corbin really felt that one!
Kersikov finds Corbin's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Corbin flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Kersikov lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Corbin will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vladymyr Kersikov!
Vladymyr Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Testing 123s
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Van Ingen moves in looking to clinch but Kersikov pushes him off.
Kersikov tries to counter by clinching up but Van Ingen breaks away and moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Van Ingen tries to clinch but Kersikov moves out of range.
Van Ingen is looking to clinch but Kersikov is avoiding it.
#T1#
Van Ingen wants to clinch up but Kersikov keeps it at a distance.
Kersikov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kersikov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Kersikov rushes Van Ingen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Van Ingen trying to control the position but instead, Kersikov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Van Ingen into the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kersikov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Van Ingen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Van Ingen is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
And that's the end of the fight!
Vladymyr Kersikov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kersikov 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 10:9
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 10:9
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 10:9
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladymyr Kersikov!
A very excited looking Vladymyr Kersikov 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. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (205lbs, D3): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Vladymyr Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Karl Schwarzschild!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Paul Tew and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kersikov tries to clinch up.
Kersikov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Schwarzschild swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kersikov doesn't manage to clinch there - Schwarzschild circles away.
Schwarzschild is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kersikov tries to clinch but Schwarzschild moves out of range.
Kersikov moves in looking to clinch but Schwarzschild pushes him off.
Kersikov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Schwarzschild steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kersikov.
Vladymyr Kersikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kersikov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Kersikov tries to clinch up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Schwarzschild closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Schwarzschild successfully pulls guard.
Schwarzschild is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Schwarzschild 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.#T1#
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Schwarzschild gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Schwarzschild
Schwarzschild slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Schwarzschild pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kersikov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Schwarzschild on the ground.#SUB2#
Schwarzschild is trying for a kimura here. Kersikov looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Schwarzschild wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Karl Schwarzschild!
Karl Schwarzschild decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Nasim counters with a single leg into guard. Kersikov didn't expect that.
Nasim landing with the ground and pound.
Nasim distracts Kersikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nasim with a nice head shot there.
Kersikov looking to control.
Nasim makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nasim content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kersikov is trying to keep Nasim in close.
Nasim chips away with some ground and pound.
Nasim cracks Kersikov with a solid left hand.
Nasim scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nasim won't allow Kersikov to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Kersikov is looking for a triangle but Nasim pushes his legs off easily.
Nasim is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nasim chips away with some ground and pound.#T1#
Nasim keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kersikov's head.
Nasim works over Kersikov with some ground and pound from guard.
Nasim scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nasim stands up over Kersikov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nasim prevents Kersikov from getting back to his feet.
Nasim scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nasim stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.
Nasim chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Kersikov looking for a guillotine here but Nasim defends easily.
Kersikov is breathing heavily.
Nasim working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nasim scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nasim lands a couple of digs.
Nasim chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
Nasim is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nasim landing some decent shots from guard.
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Kersikov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nasim doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nasim manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nasim working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Nasim has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nasim lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nasim chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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!
Nasim lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nasim postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nasim landing some decent shots from guard.
Kersikov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nasim on the ground.
Kersikov trying to control the position.
Nasim postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3#
Nasim scoring with some ground and pound.
Nasim lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nasim connects with a couple of short punches.
Nasim lands a couple of digs.
Kersikov is trying to keep Nasim in close.
Nasim is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kersikov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nasim is one step ahead there.
Nasim content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nasim postures up and lands a big shot to Kersikov's brow.
Nasim working some strikes from top position.
Nasim stops Kersikov from standing up.
Nasim is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T4#
Nasim distracts Kersikov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nasim with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Kersikov working for a triangle but Nasim defends it easily.
Nasim scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nasim stands up over Kersikov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nasim's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kersikov has momentary wrist control but Nasim slips an elbow through the middle.
Nasim is in close to Kersikov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kersikov trying to keep a closed guard but Nasim is proving a slippery customer.
Nasim is working Kersikov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Nasim dominated that round.
That's time! Kersikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Nasim shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nasim showed some decent athleticism there.
Nasim lands with a punch from half guard.
Nasim lands with a punch from half guard.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Nasim is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov has hold of Nasim's hands but Nasim slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nasim lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nice strikes from Nasim there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nasim working over Kersikov with some ground and pound. Kersikov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nasim lands a nice short elbow.
Kersikov taking some punishment here, with Nasim in his half guard.
Nasim lands strikes from half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nasim scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Nasim looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kersikov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Nasim lands a nice short elbow.
Nasim lands with a punch from half guard.
Ground and pound from Nasim.
Nasim looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nasim is breathing heavily.
Kersikov has hold of Nasim's hands but Nasim slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
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. Nasim connects with a nice short shot to Kersikov's temple.
Nasim has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Nasim is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nasim is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nasim is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kersikov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nasim lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nasim working Kersikov over with strikes. #T2#
Nice strikes from Nasim there.
Nice strikes from Nasim there.
Nasim looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kersikov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
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. Nasim connects with a nice short shot to Kersikov's temple.
Kersikov tries to roll over but Nasim keeps him under control.
Nasim looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov taking some punishment here, with Nasim in his half guard.
Nasim looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kersikov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nasim prevents Kersikov from improving his position.#SUB#
Kersikov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nasim pulls his head out easily.
Kersikov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nasim scores with a couple of nice shots.#T3#
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Nasim is controlling well.
Nasim looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kersikov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kersikov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nasim is working away from the top position though.
Nasim 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.
Kersikov wants to control but Nasim is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Nasim is nestled in close to Kersikov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nasim drops an elbow to the side of Kersikov's head.
Nasim looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kersikov tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Nasim winds up and cracks Kersikov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nasim landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nasim takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Kersikov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nasim winds up and cracks Kersikov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nasim landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nice strikes from Nasim there.
Nasim looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nasim is thwarting Kersikov's attempts to control the position.
Nasim scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nasim working over Kersikov with some ground and pound. Kersikov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kersikov tries to kick Nasim off but Nasim keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Ground and pound from Nasim.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice strikes from Nasim there.
Nasim working the head and body with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Amir Nasim showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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#
Kersikov tried to score with a low kick but Nasim checks it.
Kersikov tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Nasim counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kersikov won't be happy with that.
Nasim grinds an elbow into Kersikov's temple.
Nasim scores with a couple of short elbows.
Nasim creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Nasim working the body and head with strikes.
Nasim working the ground and pound.
Nasim is putting a hurting on Kersikov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Nasim in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nasim cracks Kersikov with a big elbow.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nasim landing a few strikes. #T1#
Nasim cracks Kersikov with a big right hand but Kersikov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nasim in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nasim lands some shots froms side control.
Nasim creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Kersikov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nasim connects with a decent elbow.
Nasim scores with punches from side control.
Kersikov wants to get back to his feet but Nasim drags him back down.
Kersikov tries to buck Nasim off but Nasim is having none of it.
Nasim working away.
Kersikov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Nasim connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kersikov some visible discomfort.
Kersikov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kersikov is trying to get back to half guard.
Vladymyr Kersikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Nasim cracks Kersikov with a big right hand but Kersikov just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nasim working the ground and pound from side control.
Nasim working away.
Nasim is working Kersikov over with some ground and pound from side control.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.
Nasim is chipping away with strikes.
Kersikov throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kersikov taking punishment in the form of punches.
Kersikov wants to control but Nasim postures up.
Nasim is putting a hurting on Kersikov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Check out the look on Nasim's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Nasim working away.
Nasim lands an elbow.
Nasim fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T3#
Kersikov defending against the ground and pound.
Kersikov struggling a bit here.
Nasim in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nasim throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Nasim landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kersikov managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Nasim.
Nasim working away.
Nasim working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nasim lands some shots froms side control.
Kersikov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kersikov is looking to regain half guard here but Nasim keeps moving and retains side control.
An elbow from Nasim crashes against the mat.
#T4#
Nasim is putting a hurting on Kersikov here, landing some big shots from side control.
An elbow from Nasim crashes against the mat.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom here.
Kersikov is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nasim connects with a decent elbow.
An elbow from Nasim crashes against the mat.
Nasim tries to score with some ground and pound. Kersikov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom here.
Kersikov tries to buck Nasim off but Nasim is having none of it.
Nasim working the ground and pound.
Nasim lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Amir Nasim is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Amir Nasim comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nasim 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 25:30
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 25:30
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amir Nasim! |
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