Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: TOF 160
Date: Oct 12, 2024

#R1#
Johnson misses with a looping left.
Smeshomedov tries to clinch
and Johnson counters with a lovely shot to the body.#KD#
Johnson lands a big head kick that sends Smeshomedov tumbling to the mat! Johnson takes a step backwards and waves Smeshomedov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Mike Smeshomedov has been cut.
Smeshomedov is looking to clinch.
Smeshomedov misses with a left hand
and Johnson counters with an inside leg kick.
Smeshomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Johnson counters with a big right hand! Oh Smeshomedov is in trouble here! Johnson follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jameel Johnson!
After the fight, Jameel Johnson was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: TOF 148
Date: Sep 01, 2024

#R1#
Smeshomedov misses with a looping left.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smeshomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Smeshomedov moves into the clinch.
Blue tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smeshomedov has Blue pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Blue manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Blue lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smeshomedov backwards.
Blue is pressed up against the cage. Smeshomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Blue down to the mat. Blue avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Blue. Smeshomedov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Blue walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blue scores with the left hand. Smeshomedov knows he should have avoided that one.
Mike Smeshomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Smeshomedov.
Blue throws a hook but Smeshomedov blocks it.
Smeshomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Lloyd Blue has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Smeshomedov.
Blue swats away the attempt to clinch by Smeshomedov.
It looked like Blue wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Blue misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Smeshomedov scores with a sloppy right hand. Blue should have avoided that one.
Blue scores with a nice right hand. #ROC#Smeshomedov is rocked!
Blue lands a brutal uppercut that launches Smeshomedov off his feet! Smeshomedov tumbles to the floor, barely conscious - the referee jumps in to save him from a beating! Wow, what an ending!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lloyd Blue!
A very excited looking Lloyd Blue 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: TOF 139
Date: Aug 09, 2024

#R1#
King misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Smeshomedov counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Smeshomedov is looking for a kimura here.
King's coaches at Triumph Over Fear have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Smeshomedov wants to control but King is keeping him busy.
King 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.
Smeshomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed King's head.
Smeshomedov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
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. Smeshomedov connects with a nice short shot to King's temple.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Smeshomedov working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
King wants to sweep but Smeshomedov has passed to side control!#T1#
King is looking for a sweep.
King manages to work his way to half guard, despite Smeshomedov's best efforts.
Smeshomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
King is trying to control but can't.
King is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
King blocking the ground and pound attempt from Smeshomedov.
King slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Smeshomedov distracts King with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Smeshomedov lands a couple of elbows.#T2#
King trying to keep a closed guard but Smeshomedov is proving a slippery customer.
King trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Smeshomedov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Smeshomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King controlling the position.
King bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Smeshomedov's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Smeshomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smeshomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but King is one step ahead there. #T3#
King trying to control but Smeshomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB#
King drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and King jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
King makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
King trying to control but Smeshomedov is working from the bottom.
Smeshomedov 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.#T4#
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.
Smeshomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Smeshomedov throwing strikes from guard but King blocks nicely.
Smeshomedov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
King is looking for a triangle but Smeshomedov pushes his legs off easily.
King is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Smeshomedov connects with a couple of short punches.#T5#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as King holds on and takes a little breather.
Smeshomedov is in close to King's body, working some short punches and elbows.
King trying to control the position.
Smeshomedov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
King keeping full guard, as Smeshomedov tries to pass.
King looking to hit a scissor sweep but Smeshomedov is one step ahead there.
Smeshomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but King is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Smeshomedov preventing the sweep.
King is working hard here to advance position.
Smeshomedov trying to control but King is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Smeshomedov with a poor takedown #TD#
and King decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Smeshomedov's guard.
Smeshomedov 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.
King trying to control the position from guard on top but Smeshomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
King connects with a couple of short punches.#T7#
Smeshomedov has momentary wrist control but King slips an elbow through the middle.
Smeshomedov seems keen to control King's posture.
Smeshomedov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Smeshomedov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from King.
King wants to control from the top but Smeshomedov keeps moving.
King makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Smeshomedov is controlling King's posture.
King throws a big elbow that misses. #T8#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smeshomedov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as King controls the pace.
King preventing the sweep.
King with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Smeshomedov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Smeshomedov looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A cross from Smeshomedov lands.
King lands with a straight right. Smeshomedov didn't see that one coming.
Smeshomedov drops his hands momentarily and King takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T9#
King tests Smeshomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
King takes a swing at Smeshomedov's ribcage but misses.
Smeshomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but King paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Smeshomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
King half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
King defending well as Smeshomedov loads up on a big left hand.
King tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Smeshomedov defends well and King ends up having to push Smeshomedov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Smeshomedov is pressed up against the cage. King has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smeshomedov down to the mat. Smeshomedov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Smeshomedov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Smeshomedov throws a right and a left that King avoids nicely. #TD#
King shoots in and bounces Smeshomedov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Smeshomedov can't keep his opponent in guard - King advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smeshomedov trying to hold on to King's head to control him but King postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike Smeshomedov will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Smeshomedov wants to clinch up but King keeps it at a distance.
King attempts a counter takedown but Smeshomedov avoids it well and moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smeshomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
King appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
King fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Smeshomedov misses with an uppercut #TD#
and King counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
King 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.
Smeshomedov has hold of King's hands but King slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Smeshomedov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but King scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#Smeshomedov is rocked!
King lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Smeshomedov quite badly. Smeshomedov pulls King in close trying to recover. King postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Smeshomedov on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Smeshomedov doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Arthur King!
A relieved looking Arthur King 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: RSE 36: Graveland
Date: Jan 03, 2024

#R1#
Smeshomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smeshomedov lands a glancing blow to the side of Gold's head.
Smeshomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gold sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Gold gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Smeshomedov.
A big left from Gold misses. #CL2#
Smeshomedov moves into the clinch successfully.
Gold prevents a takedown attempt there.
Gold prevents the takedown attempt. #TD2#
Gold is fighting off a takedown attempt but Smeshomedov is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Gold to the mat. Gold regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Gold pulls Smeshomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Smeshomedov wants to control from the top but Gold keeps moving. #T1#
Smeshomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Gold.
Smeshomedov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Gold tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Gold utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Gold working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Smeshomedov.
Gold wants to sweep here but Smeshomedov controlling him for the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Gold holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so 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.
Smeshomedov slips under a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Smeshomedov as Gold shoots in.
Smeshomedov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Gold shoots in for a takedown but Smeshomedov shows good takedown defense.
Smeshomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Smeshomedov throws a lazy right hand but Gold sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gold misses with a hook to the body
and Smeshomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smeshomedov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Smeshomedov tries to clinch there but Gold circles away.
Gold throws the left hand but Smeshomedov avoids the punch easily.
Smeshomedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gold throws a body punch but Smeshomedov moves out of range.
Gold showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Smeshomedov.
Gold changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Smeshomedov misses with a hook. Gold ducked under it nicely.
Smeshomedov throws a series of punches but Gold moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Gold.
Gold loads up on a big right hand but Smeshomedov slips the punch.
Gold looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
Smeshomedov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Smeshomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Smeshomedov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gold connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Smeshomedov's hands.
Gold throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Gold throws a good cross that connects.
Gold avoids a punch combination nicely.
Smeshomedov looks to land a right hand but Gold moved out of range.
Smeshomedov tries to clinch there but Gold circles away. #TD2#
Smeshomedov gets the takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gold is trying to control Smeshomedov's posture but Smeshomedov avoids it.
Gold tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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!
Smeshomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gold keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB2#
Smeshomedov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gold has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Smeshomedov but great work by Gold.
Smeshomedov is trying to improve his position.
Gold working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Smeshomedov is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Gold's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Gold is stalling here. Smeshomedov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Gold seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Smeshomedov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Smeshomedov working away.
Smeshomedov lands an elbow.
Smeshomedov working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Smeshomedov 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#
Gold thows a leg kick but Smeshomedov checks it #TD2#
and Smeshomedov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gold's guard.
Gold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Gold working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Smeshomedov.
Gold is pulling down on Smeshomedov's head to control his posture.
Smeshomedov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Gold is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smeshomedov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Smeshomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Gold is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Gold bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Smeshomedov's guard. #REVR#
Smeshomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Smeshomedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gold can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gold is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Gold throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Gold got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smeshomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gold has managed to get both his arms back between Smeshomedov's legs - danger averted.
Gold postures up.
Gold looking to pass the guard.
Smeshomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gold working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Smeshomedov's head.#T2#
Gold looking to pass the guard.
Smeshomedov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mike Smeshomedov has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Gold is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Smeshomedov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Gold is looking to defend but Smeshomedov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Gold! Smeshomedov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Gold taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Mike Smeshomedov!
Mike Smeshomedov managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Furnace Performance 🔥, into his post fight interview.

Event: RSE 29: Nightbringer
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1##CL#
Smeshomedov moves into the clinch successfully.
Marius lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Marius is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Marius.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smeshomedov.
Marius goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smeshomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Marius shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Marius working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Smeshomedov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Marius after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mike Smeshomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smeshomedov is trying to drag Marius to the mat but Marius just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Marius lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smeshomedov backwards.
Marius stops a takedown attempt from Smeshomedov.
Smeshomedov is looking for a takedown.
Marius lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smeshomedov backwards.
Smeshomedov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Smeshomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Marius gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Smeshomedov blocks a body shot from Marius.
A short left from Marius.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Still in the clinch, Marius scores with a nice short uppercut.#ROC2#Smeshomedov is rocked!
Marius lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smeshomedov or not.
Oh Smeshomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smeshomedov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Marius is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Smeshomedov is breathing heavily.
Marius throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smeshomedovs head.
Marius lands a big right hand that drops Smeshomedov! The killer instinct kicks in and Marius finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Marius!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Caius Marius!
Caius Marius is the new welterweight champion!

Event: RSE 21: Rise
Date: Nov 08, 2023

#R1#
Suraman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Suraman has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Suraman there as he acknowledges the shot.
Suraman shoots in and drives through. Smeshomedov sprawls well.
Smeshomedov scores with a punch to the head.
Suraman shoots in and drives through. Smeshomedov sprawls well.
Mike Smeshomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maman Suraman.
Smeshomedov throws a right and a left that Suraman avoids nicely.
Smeshomedov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Smeshomedov falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
so Suraman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Suraman tries to free his leg and advance position but Smeshomedov is retaining full guard.
Smeshomedov controlling the position.#T1#
Smeshomedov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Suraman is one step ahead there.
Smeshomedov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Suraman manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Smeshomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Suraman is retaining full guard.
We've been hearing that Smeshomedov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Suraman is trying to keep Smeshomedov in close.
Suraman can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Smeshomedov controls the pace.
Suraman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Suraman looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Suraman has his foot on Smeshomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Smeshomedov works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Suraman wants to get back to his feet but Smeshomedov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Smeshomedov controlling from the top position.
Smeshomedov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Suraman's head.
Suraman is trying to keep Smeshomedov in close.
Smeshomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Smeshomedov passes into half guard.
Smeshomedov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Smeshomedov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Smeshomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Smeshomedov moves into full mount! Suraman won't be happy about that!
Smeshomedov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Suraman taking shots to the head.
Smeshomedov controlling from the full mount.
Smeshomedov avoids the attempt from Suraman to control.
Smeshomedov with a couple of short strikes.#T4#
Smeshomedov is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Suraman can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Suraman working to try and regain half guard.
Smeshomedov 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.
Suraman wants to hold on but Smeshomedov pushes him away.
Smeshomedov prevents Suraman from getting the reversal.
Smeshomedov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smeshomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Suraman is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Smeshomedov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Smeshomedov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Smeshomedov misses with a looping right.
Smeshomedov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Suraman.
Smeshomedov scores with a three punch combo!
Sloppy strikes from Smeshomedov. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Smeshomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Suraman manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Smeshomedov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Smeshomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Suraman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smeshomedov advances to half guard. #SUB#
Smeshomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Suraman is just riding it out for now. Smeshomedov eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Smeshomedov is thwarting Suraman's attempts to control the position.
Suraman wants to get back to full guard.
Smeshomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Smeshomedov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Suraman trying to hold on to Smeshomedov's head to control him but Smeshomedov postures up.
Suraman wants to get back to his feet.
Smeshomedov winds up and cracks Suraman with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #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.
Suraman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Smeshomedov is working away from the top position though.
Suraman wants to get back to full guard.
Smeshomedov drops an elbow to the side of Suraman's head.
Suraman wants to improve his position but Smeshomedov is controlling well.
Smeshomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Suraman tries to roll over but Smeshomedov keeps him under control.
Smeshomedov trying to mount his opponent but Suraman defends it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Smeshomedov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Suraman walks into a stiff left hand from Smeshomedov.
Maman Suraman is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smeshomedov throws a right hand that Suraman ducks under and follows up with a left that Suraman also avoids with ease.
And Suraman tries to counter it with a takedown but Smeshomedov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Smeshomedov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Smeshomedov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Suraman circles away quickly and effectively.
Smeshomedov is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Suraman takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Suraman fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smeshomedov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Smeshomedov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
No joy there for Smeshomedov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Suraman dodges the punch combination from Smeshomedov. #T4#
Suraman fails with the takedown.
Suraman looks for a takedown but Smeshomedov sprawls well.
Smeshomedov cracks Suraman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Smeshomedov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Suraman.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Suraman on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Suraman defending well as Smeshomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Suraman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Suraman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Smeshomedov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Suraman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Smeshomedov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Smeshomedov misses with a series of wild punches.
Suraman shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smeshomedov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Smeshomedov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Smeshomedov checks a leg kick.
Suraman closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Smeshomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Suraman, looking for a takedown. Smeshomedov pushes Suraman against the cage but Suraman circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Smeshomedov!
Suraman tries to clinch but Smeshomedov moves away
and Smeshomedov counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suraman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Smeshomedov.
Suraman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smeshomedov defends it well.
Suraman fails to land the takedown.
Smeshomedov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Suraman.
Mike Smeshomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maman Suraman.#T1#
Smeshomedov lands with a nice combination. Suraman backs away looking to recover.
Smeshomedov scores with a sloppy right hand. Suraman should have avoided that one.
Suraman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Smeshomedov sizes up Suraman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Smeshomedov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Suraman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Smeshomedov. #TD2#
Suraman gets a double leg takedown into Smeshomedov's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smeshomedov 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.
Suraman wants to control from the top but Smeshomedov keeps moving. #T2#
Suraman works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Smeshomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Suraman.
Smeshomedov is looking for a sweep. Suraman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Suraman tries to pass to full mount but Smeshomedov defends it.
Smeshomedov wants to improve his position but Suraman is controlling well. #SUB2#
Smeshomedov is defending against the submission attempts here by Suraman. #T3#
Smeshomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Suraman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smeshomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Suraman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Suraman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smeshomedov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Suraman seems to be looking for submissions.
Suraman is trying to control. Smeshomedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Suraman is trying hard to land a takedown here. Smeshomedov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Suraman takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Suraman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Smeshomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Suraman gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Smeshomedov shoots for a double leg takedown but Suraman sprawls well. He's pushed Smeshomedov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Suraman with the counter takedown but Smeshomedov avoids it easily.
Suraman is looking to chop away at Smeshomedov's legs. #TD#
Smeshomedov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Suraman tries to improve position but can't.
Suraman manages to get back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Smeshomedov drops an elbow to the side of Suraman's head.
Suraman is refusing to be controlled, as Smeshomedov sits in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Smeshomedov clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Smeshomedov throws a hook to the side of Suraman's head but Suraman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Smeshomedov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Suraman's head.
Smeshomedov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Suraman takes one to the side of the head.
Mike Smeshomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Suraman misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Smeshomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smeshomedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Suraman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Suraman is defended easily by Smeshomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smeshomedov throws a right hand that misses #TD2#
and Suraman counters with a nice double leg into side control. Smeshomedov won't be happy with that.
Smeshomedov is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Suraman throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Smeshomedov wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Suraman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Smeshomedov knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Suraman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Smeshomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Suraman just content to control the position.
Smeshomedov can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Suraman is looking to take a break and control but Smeshomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smeshomedov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Smeshomedov is refusing to be controlled, as Suraman sits in half guard.
Smeshomedov is looking to control Suraman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smeshomedov avoid being mounted?
Smeshomedov tries to get to full guard but Suraman has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Suraman seems to be working for a kimura but Smeshomedov defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Smeshomedov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Suraman.
Smeshomedov is looking for a sweep. Suraman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Smeshomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Suraman can do to turn this around?
Smeshomedov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Smeshomedov throws a looping overhand right but Suraman ducks down to avoid it.
Smeshomedov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A lazy left from Smeshomedov finds it's target.#T4#
Suraman moves out of range of the strikes.
Smeshomedov lands with an overhand left.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Suraman is defended easily by Smeshomedov.
Mike Smeshomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maman Suraman.
Suraman takes a jab right on the kisser.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Suraman.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smeshomedov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Smeshomedov had his way with Maman Suraman in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Smeshomedov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Smeshomedov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Suraman swivels and escapes.
Suraman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smeshomedov defends it well.
The fighters circle momentarily. Smeshomedov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Smeshomedov cracks Suraman with a good jab.
Suraman darts in trying to clinch
and Smeshomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smeshomedov with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smeshomedov lands a lovely overhand right.
Suraman darts in looking for a takedown but Smeshomedov gets double underhooks and turns Suraman into the cage.
Smeshomedov is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Smeshomedov gets caught flat footed, as Suraman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Suraman is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Suraman passes Smeshomedov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Suraman wants to take a breather but Smeshomedov is having none of it. #SUB2#
Suraman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smeshomedov is just riding it out for now. Suraman eventually gives up the hold.
Smeshomedov is controlling Suraman's trapped leg to prevent Suraman from advancing to side control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Suraman is working for a kimura but Smeshomedov is defending it quite comfortably.
Smeshomedov wants to get back to full guard.
Suraman looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Suraman throws a strike but Smeshomedov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Suraman looking to sit in guard and control but Smeshomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T3#
Suraman keeping moving, preventing Smeshomedov from controlling successfully.
Smeshomedov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Smeshomedov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Smeshomedov is stalling in the full guard.
Suraman managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Smeshomedov misses with a two punch combination.
Suraman throws out a counter right but Smeshomedov avoids it with no problem.
Smeshomedov's corner calls for a 1-2. Smeshomedov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Suraman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Suraman shoots in looking for a takedown. Smeshomedov tries to sprawl out of it but Suraman keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Smeshomedov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Suraman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Maman Suraman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Suraman fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Smeshomedov avoids it really well and circles away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Smeshomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Smeshomedov 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 50:44
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 50:44
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Smeshomedov!
Mike Smeshomedov is the new welterweight champion!
Mike Smeshomedov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: RSE 16: Tyrants
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Smeshomedov misses with an uppercut. Takahashi saw that one coming.
Smeshomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Takahashi on the side of the head.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Smeshomedov!
Smeshomedov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Mike Smeshomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Takahashi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Smeshomedov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Takahashi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Takahashi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smeshomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smeshomedov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Takahashi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smeshomedov is looking to clinch.
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!
Takahashi has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Takahashi there as he acknowledges the shot.
Smeshomedov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Smeshomedov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Smeshomedov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #ROC#Takahashi is rocked!#T1#
Smeshomedov closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Takahashi! Smeshomedov dives in looking to finish! Takahashi is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mike Smeshomedov!
An out of breath and clearly excited Mike Smeshomedov thanked Sakura Style for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: RSE 14: Scars
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dalpra is defended easily by Smeshomedov.
Smeshomedov feints a jab promting Dalpra to slip. Smeshomedov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Dalpra slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT2#It looks like Tainan Dalpra has been cut.
Dalpra has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dalpra there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2#Dalpra is rocked!#TD2#
Smeshomedov dives in and gets a big takedown. He lands in full mount and immediately unloads a series of heavy strikes! Dalpra has had enough and taps out.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Mike Smeshomedov!
Mike Smeshomedov opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

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