Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: RSE 73:
Date: May 01, 2024

#R1#
Yamasaki slips a straight right by Manaitpasov.
Yamasaki throwing a counter right hand but Manaitpasov manages to avoid it.
Yamasaki lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Manaitpasov circles away quickly and effectively.
Yamasaki definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Manaitpasov moves away from the strike by Yamasaki.
Yamasaki looks to land a left hand but Manaitpasov moved out of range nicely.
Manaitpasov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
No joy there for Yamasaki, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Manaitpasov with the counter takedown but Yamasaki avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Yamasaki misses its intended target.
Manaitpasov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Yamasaki.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov's corner calls for a 1-2. Manaitpasov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Manaitpasov scores with a jab. Yamasaki acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Mario Yamasaki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Yamasaki takes a swing at Manaitpasov's ribcage but misses.
Yamasaki lands a head shot.#CUT#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
Yamasaki swinging wildly here.
Manaitpasov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Yamasaki sprawls well. Yamasaki wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Manaitpasov gets slowly back to his feet.
Manaitpasov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yamasaki was well out of range. Poor timing from Manaitpasov.
Yamasaki misses with a right hand
and Manaitpasov counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Manaitpasov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Yamasaki to score with a decent uppercut.
Yamasaki missing with a left hand there. Manaitpasov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Yamasaki scores with a nice right hand.
Yamasaki swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD2#
and Manaitpasov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Manaitpasov is thwarting Yamasaki's attempts to control the position.
Yamasaki punching from the bottom.
Manaitpasov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Yamasaki does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Yamasaki makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T3#
Manaitpasov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Yamasaki misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Manaitpasov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Yamasaki's guard.
Manaitpasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yamasaki is keeping the position for now.
Manaitpasov stops Yamasaki from standing up.
Yamasaki wants to sweep but no luck.
Yamasaki wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
Yamasaki continues to stall.
Manaitpasov prevents Yamasaki from getting back to his feet.
Manaitpasov trying to control but Yamasaki is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Manaitpasov moves into range and connects with a jab.
A big left from Yamasaki misses.
Yamasaki throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Manaitpasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Manaitpasov! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Yamasaki dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Manaitpasov misses with a takedown
and Yamasaki counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Manaitpasov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Manaitpasov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yamasaki was well out of range. Poor timing from Manaitpasov.
Yamasaki throwing a counter right hand but Manaitpasov manages to avoid it.
Manaitpasov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Yamasaki throws a lazy right hand but Manaitpasov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Yamasaki ducks under a wild hook from Manaitpasov.
A little feinted left hand from Yamasaki on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov moves out of range of the strikes.
Manaitpasov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Yamasaki connects with a right hand. Manaitpasov shakes it off.
Yamasaki just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Manaitpasov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Yamasaki is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Manaitpasov can do to turn this around?#T1#
Yamasaki throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Manaitpasov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Yamasaki's guard.
Manaitpasov tries to free his leg and advance position but Yamasaki is retaining full guard.
Yamasaki is trying to control the position but Manaitpasov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yamasaki keeping moving, preventing Manaitpasov from controlling successfully.
Manaitpasov won't allow Yamasaki to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Yamasaki is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Yamasaki has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Yamasaki wants to control from the top but Manaitpasov keeps moving. #T2#
Yamasaki controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Manaitpasov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yamasaki is one step ahead there.
Manaitpasov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
Manaitpasov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yamasaki is one step ahead there.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Manaitpasov has his hands on Yamasaki's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yamasaki fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Manaitpasov on the side of the head.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Yamasaki throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mario Yamasaki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yamasaki misses with a two punch combination.
Manaitpasov throws out a counter right but Yamasaki avoids it with no problem.
Manaitpasov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Yamasaki throws out a loose jab but Manaitpasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
And Manaitpasov tries to counter it with a takedown but Yamasaki pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Manaitpasov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Yamasaki. Yamasaki circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Yamasaki lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Manaitpasov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yamasaki.
A little jabbing left from Manaitpasov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Yamasaki misses with a wild body shot.
Manaitpasov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mario Yamasaki dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Manaitpasov misses with a hook to the body
letting Yamasaki counter with a right hand.
Manaitpasov ducks under a wild hook from Yamasaki.
And Manaitpasov tries to counter it with a takedown but Yamasaki pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Manaitpasov stuns Yamasaki with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Yamasaki punishes Manaitpasov's body with a nice straight punch.
Yamasaki throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Manaitpasov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #T1#
Yamasaki is trying to stand up here but Manaitpasov is controlling him well.
Manaitpasov wants to control but Yamasaki is keeping him busy.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Manaitpasov lands with a punch from half guard.
Yamasaki might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Manaitpasov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Manaitpasov moves into full mount! Yamasaki won't be happy about that!
BOOM! Manaitpasov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Manaitpasov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Yamasaki tries to hold on but Manaitpasov pushes him away.
Manaitpasov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Manaitpasov unloading with bombs!#T4#
Manaitpasov unloading with bombs!#SUB2#
Manaitpasov jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Yamasaki is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Yamasaki and Manaitpasov has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Yamasaki is not content to let Manaitpasov control the position. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Yamasaki has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Yamasaki!
Mario Yamasaki was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: RSE 62: Fire In The Sky
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Manaitpasov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth throwing a counter right hand but Manaitpasov manages to avoid it.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Manaitpasov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
TheNineteenth struggling a bit here.
TheNineteenth is looking for a sweep.
TheNineteenth tries to escape but Manaitpasov is in control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but TheNineteenth is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T1##SUB2#
Manaitpasov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Manaitpasov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
TheNineteenth wants to control but Manaitpasov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manaitpasov is looking to take a break and control but TheNineteenth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet but Manaitpasov drags him back down.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Manaitpasov clinches up with TheNineteenth and pushes him back against the cage.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Manaitpasov has TheNineteenth pushed against the cage.#BC2#
Manaitpasov manages to break the clinch.
Manaitpasov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Manaitpasov was well out of range.
Nice straight punches there by TheNineteenth. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov catches TheNineteenth with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Manaitpasov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and TheNineteenth cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
TheNineteenth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Manaitpasov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
It seemed like Manaitpasov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
RollBack TheNineteenth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight right.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut. Manaitpasov saw that one coming.
TheNineteenth fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T3#
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Manaitpasov was well out of range.
A little jabbing left from Manaitpasov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Manaitpasov tries to clinch there but TheNineteenth circles away.
We've been told by TheNineteenth's head coaches at Top of Food Chain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Manaitpasov feints and as TheNineteenth raises his hands in defense, Manaitpasov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Manaitpasov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Manaitpasov is controlling him.
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but TheNineteenth keeps moving.
Manaitpasov is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
TheNineteenth being controlled here, momentarily. #T4#
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Manaitpasov is controlling him.
TheNineteenth 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.
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Manaitpasov is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
TheNineteenth throws a body shot but no joy.
Manaitpasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
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 RollBack TheNineteenth will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Manaitpasov throws a jab when TheNineteenth was well out of range.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that Manaitpasov ducks under and follows up with a left that Manaitpasov also avoids with ease.
TheNineteenth misses with a looping left.
TheNineteenth misses the shot to the body.
TheNineteenth closes the distance and lands a one-two.
RollBack TheNineteenth is winning the standup battle so far.
TheNineteenth takes one to the side of the head.
TheNineteenth throws a lazy uppercut
and Manaitpasov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
TheNineteenth swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Manaitpasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from TheNineteenth misses its intended target.
Manaitpasov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but TheNineteenth defends it well.
Manaitpasov takes one to the chin there.
TheNineteenth throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And Manaitpasov tries to counter it with a takedown but TheNineteenth pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
TheNineteenth closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
TheNineteenth ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Manaitpasov moves away.
TheNineteenth steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Manaitpasov.
TheNineteenth throws a good cross that connects.
TheNineteenth throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
TheNineteenth throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD2#
Manaitpasov gets a takedown into half guard.
Manaitpasov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
Manaitpasov tries to pass the half guard into mount. TheNineteenth knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
TheNineteenth pushes Manaitpasov off looking to stand but Manaitpasov dives back in and keeps control.
Manaitpasov working the head and body with strikes.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand back up but Manaitpasov is controlling him
Manaitpasov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand up here but Manaitpasov is controlling him well. #T3#
Manaitpasov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Manaitpasov moves out of range as TheNineteenth strikes.
Manaitpasov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut
and Manaitpasov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
TheNineteenth scores with a body shot.
Manaitpasov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
TheNineteenth throws a hook to the side of Manaitpasov's head but Manaitpasov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Manaitpasov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
TheNineteenth misses with a lunging right hand
and Manaitpasov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A slow jab from TheNineteenth misses its intended target. #T4#
Manaitpasov walks into a stiff left hand from TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A lazy left from TheNineteenth finds it's target.
TheNineteenth misses the shot to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Manaitpasov! But no joy.
Manaitpasov throws a shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
TheNineteenth scores with a hook to the body. Manaitpasov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Manaitpasov blocks a jab.
TheNineteenth feints a jab promting Manaitpasov to slip. TheNineteenth then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Manaitpasov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
TheNineteenth looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Manaitpasov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

RollBack TheNineteenth dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Manaitpasov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
TheNineteenth tries to roll over but Manaitpasov keeps him under control.
Manaitpasov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but TheNineteenth does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
TheNineteenth pushes Manaitpasov off but Manaitpasov dives into side control.
TheNineteenth is trying to get back to his feet.
Manaitpasov trying to control the position but TheNineteenth is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
TheNineteenth is trying to buck Manaitpasov off.#T1#
Manaitpasov laying and praying for a moment but TheNineteenth takes advantage and regains half guard.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Manaitpasov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight left.
Manaitpasov throws a body punch but TheNineteenth moves out of range.
TheNineteenth throws a right hand that misses
and Manaitpasov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
TheNineteenth cracks Manaitpasov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Manaitpasov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling TheNineteenth to counter with a crisp jab.
Manaitpasov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
TheNineteenth misses with a hook.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Manaitpasov is defended easily by TheNineteenth.
Manaitpasov throws a predictable looking body shot
and TheNineteenth counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Manaitpasov throws a lazy uppercut
and Manaitpasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab from TheNineteenth finds it's way through Manaitpasov's defenses. #TD2#
Manaitpasov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but TheNineteenth keeps working.
TheNineteenth is pushing Manaitpasov's head away, looking to escape. Manaitpasov manages to hold on to the position though.
TheNineteenth is looking for a sweep.#T4#
TheNineteenth is working hard here to advance position.
Manaitpasov misses with the ground and pound.
TheNineteenth manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Manaitpasov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Manaitpasov moves into full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manaitpasov throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
RollBack TheNineteenth is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SU#
TheNineteenth decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Manaitpasov, up you get!

And that's the end of the fight!
RollBack TheNineteenth showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for TheNineteenth, 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 Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... RollBack TheNineteenth!
Our winner, RollBack TheNineteenth, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: RSE 52: Freezing Moon
Date: Feb 21, 2024

#R1#
Manaitpasov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manaitpasov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Blackwater forces Manaitpasov back against the cage and clinches.
Blackwater swings wildly with an uppercut but Manaitpasov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Manaitpasov goes for a takedown attempt but Blackwater pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Blackwater wants to clinch.
Manaitpasov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Blackwater has managed to clinch. #T1#
Manaitpasov wants to take the fight to the mat but Blackwater manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Manaitpasov goes for a takedown attempt but Blackwater pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manaitpasov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Blackwater. That one must have hurt.
Manaitpasov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Manaitpasov lands with an overhand left.
Manaitpasov throws a lazy right hand but Blackwater sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Manaitpasov misses with a body shot.
Manaitpasov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Manaitpasov pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Blackwater tries to clinch up but Manaitpasov circles away and keeps his distance.
Manaitpasov sizes up Blackwater with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Manaitpasov ducks right into an uppercut from Blackwater.
Blackwater throws a wild body kick that Manaitpasov sees coming a mile off.
Manaitpasov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Blackwater wants to clinch up but Manaitpasov keeps it at a distance.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch but Manaitpasov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Blackwater uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Manaitpasov.
Blackwater slips a straight right by Manaitpasov.
A telegraphed right hand from Manaitpasov misses the target. #T3#
Blackwater moves in looking to clinch but Manaitpasov pushes him off.
Blackwater uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Manaitpasov.
Blackwater is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch but Manaitpasov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Manaitpasov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Blackwater sprawls and moves away.
Manaitpasov misses with a straight left.
Blackwater doesn't manage to clinch there - Manaitpasov circles away.
Manaitpasov attempts a counter takedown but Blackwater avoids it well and moves away.
A big left from Manaitpasov misses.
Blackwater tries to clinch up.
Lorenz Blackwater seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Blackwater gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Blackwater misses with a punch on the inside. #TD#
Manaitpasov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Manaitpasov manages to end up in side control.
Manaitpasov working away.#T4#
Manaitpasov trying to control the position but Blackwater is working away.
Blackwater gets back to half guard.
Manaitpasov lands with a punch from half guard.
Blackwater manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Blackwater throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Blackwater tries to clinch but Manaitpasov moves out of range.
Manaitpasov misses with a left hand
letting Blackwater counter with a right hand.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manaitpasov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Manaitpasov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Blackwater is looking to clinch.
Manaitpasov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Manaitpasov throws the left hand but Blackwater avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Blackwater has taken the fight to the clinch.
Manaitpasov has Blackwater pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Blackwater manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Blackwater prevents a takedown attempt there.
Blackwater tries to stall but Manaitpasov uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T1#
Blackwater stalling in the clinch but Manaitpasov improves position.
Blackwater is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.
Manaitpasov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Manaitpasov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Manaitpasov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Blackwater ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Blackwater tries to clinch up
and Manaitpasov counters with a straight right hand.
Manaitpasov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Blackwater.#CL2#
Blackwater clinches up against the cage.
Blackwater is looking to take this one to the mat.
Manaitpasov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Manaitpasov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Manaitpasov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Blackwater misses with a short punch on the inside.
Blackwater throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Manaitpasov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Manaitpasov manages to end up in side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blackwater is looking for a sweep.
Blackwater gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Manaitpasov works his way into side control.
Blackwater manages to get back to half guard.#T3#
Blackwater slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Manaitpasov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Blackwater dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Blackwater trying to control the position from guard on top but Manaitpasov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manaitpasov is pulling down on Blackwater's head to control his posture.
Manaitpasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Manaitpasov, not yet.
Blackwater wants to control from the top but Manaitpasov keeps moving. #T4#
Blackwater looking to sit in guard and control but Manaitpasov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Manaitpasov stopping the sweep attempt from Blackwater.
Blackwater wants to improve his position but instead Manaitpasov has moved into half guard.
Blackwater tries to get to full guard but Manaitpasov has control of the leg.
Manaitpasov is nestled in close to Blackwater, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov passes into side control, despite Blackwater's attempt to control the position.
Blackwater wants to control but Manaitpasov postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Manaitpasov keeps the fight on the outside.
Good standup being displayed there by Manaitpasov as he connects with a hook.
Blackwater fails with an attempt to clinch.
Manaitpasov feinted with a counter takedown.
Blackwater tries to clinch but Manaitpasov is having none of it.
Manaitpasov misses with an uppercut. Blackwater saw that one coming.
Blackwater is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A counter left hand to the body from Manaitpasov misses its target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blackwater wants to clinch.
Manaitpasov feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Blackwater tries to clinch up but Manaitpasov circles away and keeps his distance.
Manaitpasov misses the shot to the body.
Manaitpasov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Blackwater now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Blackwater connects with a looping right hand.
Manaitpasov throws a hook but Blackwater blocks it.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up but Manaitpasov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Manaitpasov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Blackwater lands a right hook to the body.
Manaitpasov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blackwater tries to avoid it but Manaitpasov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blackwater to the ground. Blackwater escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Blackwater needs to keep his hands up - Manaitpasov had a free shot at his head there.#T2#
Blackwater moves in looking to clinch but Manaitpasov pushes him off.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Blackwater wants to clinch up but Manaitpasov keeps it at a distance.
Lorenz Blackwater is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Blackwater closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Manaitpasov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Blackwater gets full guard.
Blackwater 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.#SUB2#
Blackwater had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Manaitpasov defends it easily.#T3#
Manaitpasov tries to free his leg and advance position but Blackwater is retaining full guard.
Blackwater seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Blackwater wants to sweep but no luck.
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but Blackwater keeps moving.
Manaitpasov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Blackwater is keeping the position for now. #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.
Blackwater has Manaitpasov pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Blackwater is looking to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Blackwater looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Blackwater tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Manaitpasov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Blackwater tries to clinch up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blackwater tries to clinch but Manaitpasov moves out of range.
Blackwater works over Manaitpasov's head and body with a nice combination.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Manaitpasov, 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 Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: RSE 41: Burial
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1#
McCewen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Manaitpasov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McCewen looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Manaitpasov drops down looking for a counter takedown but McCewen sprawls and moves away.
Manaitpasov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McCewen misses with an uppercut. Manaitpasov saw that one coming.#TD#
Manaitpasov feints and as McCewen raises his hands in defense, Manaitpasov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Manaitpasov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Manaitpasov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manaitpasov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
McCewen is trying to stand.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Manaitpasov is working for a submission of some sort.
McCewen is trying to stand back up but Manaitpasov is controlling him #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura but McCewen is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Manaitpasov to get the leverage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McCewen can do anything to dispel that myth.#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.
Manaitpasov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
McCewen is defending against the submission attempts here by Manaitpasov. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McCewen doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Manaitpasov. #T3#
Manaitpasov trying to mount his opponent but McCewen defends it.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
McCewen is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McCewen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Manaitpasov.
Callum McCewen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
McCewen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCewen scores with a nice right hand.
Manaitpasov swats away the attempt to clinch by McCewen.
McCewen lands a front kick.
McCewen jabs Manaitpasov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCewen throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Manaitpasov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McCewen wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Manaitpasov manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
McCewen tries to kick Manaitpasov off but Manaitpasov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Kazhymukan Manaitpasov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McCewen lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Manaitpasov backs up against the cage.
Callum McCewen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Manaitpasov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McCewen did well to prevent Manaitpasov getting side control.
Manaitpasov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Manaitpasov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Manaitpasov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down McCewen for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
McCewen is trying to maintain the position but Manaitpasov is very close to passing his half guard.
Manaitpasov prevents McCewen from standing back up.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Manaitpasov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
McCewen wants to get back to full guard.
Manaitpasov is trying to control the action in half guard but McCewen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Manaitpasov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
McCewen throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Manaitpasov counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McCewen has escaped the position, nice work there.
Manaitpasov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McCewen knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
McCewen is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Manaitpasov has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3#
Manaitpasov working the ground and pound from side control.
Manaitpasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCewen can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Manaitpasov is trying to get an arm triangle but McCewen is defending well.
McCewen really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Manaitpasov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Manaitpasov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, McCewen rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Manaitpasov's guard! Nice work there by McCewen!
Manaitpasov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T4#
McCewen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Manaitpasov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manaitpasov keeping moving, preventing McCewen from controlling successfully.
McCewen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Manaitpasov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCewen trying to control but Manaitpasov is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Manaitpasov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McCewen dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Manaitpasov. That did some damage!
Manaitpasov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McCewen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Manaitpasov scrambles back to his feet.
McCewen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCewen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Manaitpasov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
McCewen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McCewen wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCewen thumps Manaitpasov with a low kick.
McCewen has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Manaitpasov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Manaitpasov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The fighters circling - McCewen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCewen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Manaitpasov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCewen.
McCewen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCewen is looking to clinch.
Manaitpasov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Manaitpasov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McCewen to score with a decent uppercut.
Callum McCewen seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Manaitpasov walks into a jab.
McCewen throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
McCewen throws a body kick that misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Manaitpasov misses its target.
Manaitpasov throws an overhand right that lands on McCewen's shoulder, as McCewen tries to avoid the shot.
McCewen moves into range and connects with a jab.
A punch lands to the side of Manaitpasov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Manaitpasov slips a jab and a cross from McCewen.
McCewen misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Manaitpasov counters with a single leg into guard. McCewen didn't expect that.
Callum McCewen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Manaitpasov tries to free his leg and advance position but McCewen is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Manaitpasov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! McCewen is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Manaitpasov, into his guard. #REVB#
Manaitpasov controlling the position.
Manaitpasov looking for a sweep. Not yet Manaitpasov, not yet.
Manaitpasov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. McCewen manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
McCewen keeping full guard, as Manaitpasov tries to pass.
Manaitpasov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McCewen works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Manaitpasov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Manaitpasov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, McCewen rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Manaitpasov's guard! Nice work there by McCewen! #T4#
McCewen throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Manaitpasov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Manaitpasov keeping full guard, as McCewen tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Manaitpasov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Manaitpasov sitting in guard, not really doing much.

And that's the end of the fight!
Callum McCewen comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Manaitpasov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: RSE 30: Wolves Among Sheep
Date: Dec 13, 2023

#R1#
Manaitpasov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Augustus throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab lands there for Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov lands with an uppercut that bounces Augustus off the cage and back into range.
Manaitpasov misses with a hook
and Augustus counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
Manaitpasov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Manaitpasov avoids the body shot from Augustus. #TD#
Manaitpasov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Manaitpasov showed some decent athleticism there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Augustus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Manaitpasov controls from within his opponent's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#T1#
Augustus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Augustus keeps trying to improve his position.
Augustus throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Augustus keeping full guard, as Manaitpasov tries to pass.
Manaitpasov passes into half guard.
Manaitpasov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB#
Manaitpasov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Augustus is just riding it out for now. Manaitpasov eventually gives up the hold. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Augustus is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Manaitpasov controlling the action here.
Augustus keeps control of the position for the meantime.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Augustus can do anything to dispel that myth.
Manaitpasov is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it. #T3##SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura but Augustus is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Manaitpasov to get the leverage.
Manaitpasov is trying to control the action in half guard but Augustus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Manaitpasov stalling. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Augustus tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Manaitpasov was well out of range. Poor timing from Augustus.
Augustus swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Manaitpasov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Manaitpasov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Augustus wants to control but Manaitpasov postures up.#SUB#
Manaitpasov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Augustus, who protects the arm well.
Manaitpasov is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Augustus's shoulder. That is not cool. #T4#
Augustus is looking for a sweep.
Augustus is not content to let Manaitpasov control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Manaitpasov tries for a kimura but Augustus is defending well.
Augustus tries to buck Manaitpasov off but Manaitpasov is having none of it.
Manaitpasov is looking to take a break and control but Augustus is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Manaitpasov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Augustus will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Augustus is not content to let Manaitpasov control the position.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Manaitpasov tries for a kimura but Augustus is defending well.
Manaitpasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Augustus can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Manaitpasov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Augustus is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Augustus sneaks back into half guard.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Augustus is looking for a sweep. Manaitpasov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Augustus blocking the ground and pound attempt from Manaitpasov. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Manaitpasov is looking to stall here but Augustus recovers full guard.
Manaitpasov wants to pass the guard but Augustus is keeping the position.
Manaitpasov trying to control the position from guard on top but Augustus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manaitpasov advances position into side control!#T3#
Augustus is not content to let Manaitpasov control the position. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Augustus has escaped the position, nice work there.
Augustus regains half guard there - taking advantage of Manaitpasov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Augustus is trying to maintain the position but Manaitpasov is very close to passing his half guard.
Augustus looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Augustus keeps control of the position for the meantime. #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.
Manaitpasov is looking to advance position but Augustus won't allow it. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Augustus doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Manaitpasov. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is working for a submission of some sort.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Augustus tries to get to full guard but Manaitpasov has control of the leg.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Manaitpasov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Manaitpasov preventing the sweep.
Manaitpasov trying to control but Augustus is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but Augustus keeps moving. #T1#
Augustus wants to improve his position but instead Manaitpasov has moved into half guard.
Augustus wants to improve his position but Manaitpasov is controlling well.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Manaitpasov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Manaitpasov is pressing down on Augustus's thigh, looking to free his foot. Augustus is holding on for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Manaitpasov throws a poor cross that misses
and Augustus counters with a two punch combo.
Augustus takes one to the chin there.
Augustus is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Manaitpasov rather than just go for the knockout.
Manaitpasov throws a good cross that connects.
Manaitpasov with a jab.
Manaitpasov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Augustus works Manaitpasov's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Manaitpasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Manaitpasov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB#
Manaitpasov is trying to get an arm triangle but Augustus is defending well.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Augustus keeps working.
Pax Augustus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Augustus tries to buck Manaitpasov off but Manaitpasov is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Augustus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T4#
Augustus manages to get back to half guard.
Manaitpasov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Augustus!
Manaitpasov tries to control but Augustus wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Manaitpasov looking for a guillotine from mount but Augustus is having none of it.
Manaitpasov landing strikes, looking to finish!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: GFC10: Diaz vs Lune
Date: Oct 21, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Manaitpasov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Manaitpasov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov is trying to get an arm triangle but Sun is defending well.
Manaitpasov staying calm.
Let's hope that Manaitpasov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Manaitpasov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sun knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Manaitpasov has an Americana. Sun didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Manaitpasov is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Manaitpasov hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: GFC:6 Lune vs KIm
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Manaitpasov throws a poor cross that misses
and Manaitpasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Manaitpasov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gunnarsson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Manaitpasov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gunnarsson finds it's way round the side to connect with Manaitpasov's head.
Gunnarsson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gunnarsson as he jumps to the side.
A little jabbing left from Gunnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Gunnarsson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gunnarsson! But no joy.
Manaitpasov misses with a hook to the body
and Gunnarsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Gunnarsson but Gunnarsson pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A little jabbing left from Gunnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manaitpasov connects with a jab.#T1##TD#
Manaitpasov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Manaitpasov passes Gunnarsson's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is trying to work for a kimura but Gunnarsson is defending well.
Manaitpasov wants to take a breather but Gunnarsson is having none of it. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is working for a submission of some sort.
Manaitpasov is looking to take a break and control but Gunnarsson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Manaitpasov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gunnarsson is just riding it out for now. Manaitpasov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is working for a kimura but Gunnarsson is defending it quite comfortably.
Manaitpasov is trying to control. Gunnarsson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Gunnarsson can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Manaitpasov wants to work for an arm triangle but Gunnarsson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gunnarsson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Manaitpasov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Manaitpasov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Gunnarsson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Manaitpasov is working away from the top position though.
Gunnarsson is positioning himself well to prevent Manaitpasov advancing to mount. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Manaitpasov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Gunnarsson is defending against the submission attempts here by Manaitpasov.
Gunnarsson won't allow Manaitpasov to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Gunnarsson is defending against the submission attempts here by Manaitpasov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov 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#
Gunnarsson ducks under a wild hook from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov clobbers Gunnarsson with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gunnarsson ducks right into an uppercut from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Manaitpasov throws an off balance right hand
letting Gunnarsson counter with a right hand.
Manaitpasov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gunnarsson can do to turn this around?
Manaitpasov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Manaitpasov misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunnarsson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Gunnarsson! But no joy.
Manaitpasov misses the shot to the body.
Manaitpasov throws a jab but it's blocked by Gunnarsson.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Manaitpasov is defended easily by Gunnarsson.#T1#
A big left from Gunnarsson misses.
Manaitpasov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Manaitpasov throws a big shot that misses.
A nice side step and Gunnarsson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Manaitpasov shoots in but Gunnarsson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Floki Gunnarsson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Manaitpasov throws a lazy uppercut
and Gunnarsson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Manaitpasov looks to land a left hand but Gunnarsson moved out of range nicely.
Gunnarsson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Gunnarsson wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Manaitpasov throws a body punch but Gunnarsson moves out of range.
It seemed like Gunnarsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice defenses there by Gunnarsson.
Manaitpasov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gunnarsson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Manaitpasov misses with a hook.
Gunnarsson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Manaitpasov.
Gunnarsson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Manaitpasov with a body shot.
Floki Gunnarsson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Manaitpasov missing with a left hand there. Gunnarsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gunnarsson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Manaitpasov misses with a wild body shot.
Manaitpasov looks to score with a jab to the body but Gunnarsson is just out of range.
Nice defenses there by Gunnarsson.
Manaitpasov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Manaitpasov throws the left hand but Gunnarsson avoids the punch easily.
Gunnarsson throws out a counter right but Manaitpasov avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Gunnarsson takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD#
Manaitpasov gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
Manaitpasov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Gunnarsson has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Manaitpasov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Gunnarsson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Manaitpasov but great work by Gunnarsson.
Gunnarsson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Manaitpasov's legs.
Manaitpasov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Manaitpasov is looking for a sweep. Gunnarsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Gunnarsson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gunnarsson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Manaitpasov wants to get back to full guard.
Manaitpasov trying to hold on to Gunnarsson's head to control him but Gunnarsson postures up.
Manaitpasov gets back to full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Manaitpasov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Gunnarsson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but Gunnarsson keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Manaitpasov missing with a left hand there. Gunnarsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Manaitpasov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gunnarsson as he jumps to the side.
Gunnarsson throws out a counter right but Manaitpasov avoids it with no problem.
A slow jab from Manaitpasov misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Gunnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gunnarsson looks to throw the jab but Manaitpasov is out of range.
Manaitpasov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gunnarsson as he avoids it easily.
Manaitpasov throws a lazy uppercut
and Gunnarsson counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov misses with an uppercut. Gunnarsson saw that one coming.
Gunnarsson takes a jab right on the kisser.
A telegraphed right hand from Manaitpasov misses the target.
Manaitpasov throws a hook to the side of Gunnarsson's head but Gunnarsson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gunnarsson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Manaitpasov looks to throw the jab but Gunnarsson is out of range.
Gunnarsson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Manaitpasov with a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Gunnarsson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Manaitpasov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Manaitpasov lands a jab.
Manaitpasov throws an overhand right that lands on Gunnarsson's shoulder, as Gunnarsson tries to avoid the shot.
Gunnarsson punishes Manaitpasov's body with a nice straight punch.
Manaitpasov fails to land the takedown.
A little jabbing left from Gunnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gunnarsson cracks Manaitpasov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Floki Gunnarsson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Manaitpasov throws an off balance right hand
and Manaitpasov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Manaitpasov missing with a left hand there. Gunnarsson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gunnarsson misses with an uppercut.
Manaitpasov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Manaitpasov looks for a takedown but Gunnarsson sprawls well.
A little jabbing left from Gunnarsson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Manaitpasov throws an overhand right that lands on Gunnarsson's shoulder, as Gunnarsson tries to avoid the shot.
Manaitpasov misses with a straight right.
Manaitpasov fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Gunnarsson throws a jab when Manaitpasov was well out of range.
Manaitpasov throws a right hand that misses
and Gunnarsson counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
Manaitpasov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Manaitpasov misses with a lunging right hand
letting Gunnarsson counter with a right hand.
Manaitpasov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It seemed like Gunnarsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Manaitpasov lands with an uppercut that bounces Gunnarsson off the cage and back into range.
Manaitpasov misses the jab.#TD#
Manaitpasov drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Gunnarsson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Manaitpasov defends it easily.
Manaitpasov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gunnarsson swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4##SUB#
Manaitpasov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Manaitpasov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Manaitpasov wants to control from the top but Gunnarsson keeps moving.
Manaitpasov is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Gunnarsson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Gunnarsson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Manaitpasov defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Floki Gunnarsson.
I think Manaitpasov has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: GFC 1: Manaitpasov vs Lune
Date: Jul 31, 2023

#R1#
Manaitpasov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lune moves away.
Lune throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Manaitpasov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lune's guard.#SUB2#
Lune is looking for a triangle but Manaitpasov pushes his legs off easily.
Lune is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lune preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manaitpasov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Lune has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Manaitpasov doesn't defend quickly enough and Lune has managed to lock this one up! Can Manaitpasov escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Lune on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Cutter Lune!

Event: WCMMA Group D Round 3
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Manaitpasov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Penn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Manaitpasov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Manaitpasov controls the position.
Manaitpasov wants to control but Penn is keeping him busy.
Manaitpasov throws a strike aimed at the side of Penn's head but Penn avoids it well.
Manaitpasov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Penn is trying to control Manaitpasov's posture but Manaitpasov avoids it.
Penn is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Manaitpasov off and has taken his back!
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Penn keeps control of the position as Manaitpasov tries to break free. #SUB#
Penn is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Manaitpasov is defending well though. Penn let's go of the attempt for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manaitpasov trying to control the hands but Penn won't let him.
Manaitpasov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Manaitpasov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T2#
Manaitpasov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Penn is trying to stick to Manaitpasov's back but Manaitpasov is turning into Penn. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Penn's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Manaitpasov.
Penn keeping moving, preventing Manaitpasov from controlling successfully.
Manaitpasov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Manaitpasov throws a strike but Penn rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Penn pushing down on Manaitpasov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Manaitpasov is trying to control but Penn manages to pass to mount!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Manaitpasov wants to hold on but Penn pushes him away.#T3##SUB#
Penn quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Penn but it's paid off an Manaitpasov is forced to tap! Nice work by Penn.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). James Penn!
A relieved looking James Penn 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: WCMMA Group D Round 2
Date: Jun 11, 2023

#R1#
Leonardo lands with an uppercut that bounces Manaitpasov off the cage and back into range.#CUT#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
Manaitpasov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Manaitpasov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Manaitpasov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Manaitpasov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Manaitpasov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Manaitpasov content to control rather than advance.
Leonardo wants to get back to his feet.
Manaitpasov thows a huge punch but Leonardo dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Manaitpasov throwing shots but Leonardo is blocking nicely.
Manaitpasov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T1#
Manaitpasov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Leonardo defending well though.
Leonardo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Manaitpasov not doing much here.
Manaitpasov throwing shots but Leonardo is blocking nicely.
Manaitpasov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Leonardo missing with punches from the bottom.
Leonardo knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Manaitpasov on the ground.
Manaitpasov content to control rather than advance. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Manaitpasov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Manaitpasov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Leonardo!
Manaitpasov unloads with some shots from mount but Leonardo bucks and avoids them well.
Manaitpasov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Leonardo looks a forlorn figure.
Manaitpasov sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Leonardo is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Manaitpasov landing punches. #T3#
Leonardo flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Leonardo tries to hold on but Manaitpasov pushes him away.
Poor strikes thrown by Manaitpasov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Manaitpasov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Manaitpasov controlling the position easily from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manaitpasov looking to control but Leonardo is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Manaitpasov controlling the position easily from mount.
Manaitpasov throws some wild stikes that Leonardo manages to avoid easily. #T4#
Leonardo throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Manaitpasov cracks Leonardo with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Manaitpasov unloads with some shots from mount but Leonardo bucks and avoids them well.
Poor strikes thrown by Manaitpasov there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Manaitpasov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Manaitpasov wants to control the pace but Leonardo is squirming around nicely.
Manaitpasov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov landing shots from mount.
A nice elbow there by Manaitpasov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Manaitpasov unloads with some shots from mount but Leonardo bucks and avoids them well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Leonardo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov ducks under a wild hook from Leonardo.
Manaitpasov has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#TD2#
Manaitpasov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Manaitpasov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Leonardo some visible discomfort.
Leonardo dodges the ground and pound from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov wants to control but Leonardo is keeping him busy.
Leonardo wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
You can see the frustration on Leonardo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes there by Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov throws a strike aimed at the side of Leonardo's head but Leonardo avoids it well.
Leonardo is trying to get back to his feet.#T1#
Leonardo can't do much from the bottom here.
Manaitpasov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Manaitpasov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Leonardo defending against the ground and pound.
Leonardo is looking for a sweep.
Manaitpasov working the ground and pound but Leonardo is defending the strikes.
Leonardo throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Manaitpasov tries to score with some ground and pound. Leonardo controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Manaitpasov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Leonardo is avoiding damage well.
Manaitpasov happy to just control the position for now.
Manaitpasov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Leonardo is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position. #T2#
Leonardo is letting Manaitpasov control him for a moment.
Manaitpasov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Manaitpasov misses with the ground and pound.
Manaitpasov misses with the ground and pound.
Leonardo taking punishment in the form of punches.
Leonardo dodges the ground and pound from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov controls the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Manaitpasov.
Leonardo is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Manaitpasov is controlling him well.
Manaitpasov landing strikes.
A lull in the action here.#T3#
Leonardo avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Leonardo is avoiding damage well.
An elbow from Manaitpasov crashes against the mat.
Leonardo is looking to reverse the position.
Manaitpasov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Leonardo sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Manaitpasov prevents Leonardo from escaping the position.
Manaitpasov content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Leonardo is trying to get back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Manaitpasov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Leonardo is trying to control Manaitpasov's posture but Manaitpasov avoids it.
Manaitpasov happy to just control the position for now.
Manaitpasov throws an elbow but Leonardo slips to the side and avoids it well.
Manaitpasov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Leonardo dodges the ground and pound from Manaitpasov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Manaitpasov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Leonardo is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Manaitpasov is looking to take a break and control but Leonardo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ground and pound from Manaitpasov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Kazhymukan Manaitpasov'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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Manaitpasov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Leonardo manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Manaitpasov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Leonardo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Manaitpasov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Manaitpasov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Leonardo wants to stand but Manaitpasov is controlling the position.
Manaitpasov throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manaitpasov pushing down on Leonardo's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Leonardo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov thows a huge punch but Leonardo dodges it nicely. #T1#
Manaitpasov throwing shots but Leonardo is blocking nicely.
Manaitpasov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Manaitpasov passes the guard and advances to mount!
Manaitpasov unloads with some shots from mount but Leonardo bucks and avoids them well.
Manaitpasov looking to ground and pound but Leonardo is blocking nicely.
Manaitpasov scoring with strikes but Leonardo is staying in there.
Manaitpasov is landing with some decent strikes but Leonardo is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Manaitpasov throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Manaitpasov throws some wild stikes that Leonardo manages to avoid easily.
Mario Leonardo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Leonardo swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Leonardo holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Manaitpasov tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Leonardo wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Leonardo slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Leonardo blocking the ground and pound attempt from Manaitpasov.
Leonardo is in trouble now - Manaitpasov has advanced to mount!
Manaitpasov unloading with bombs!
Manaitpasov sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T3#
Leonardo is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Manaitpasov throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Manaitpasov throwing strikes here but Leonardo is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Manaitpasov controlling the pace for now.
Manaitpasov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Manaitpasov throwing strikes here but Leonardo is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Manaitpasov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Manaitpasov landing punches.
Leonardo is bucking up trying to escape but Manaitpasov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Manaitpasov with the ground and pound from mount. #T4#
Manaitpasov controlling the position easily from mount.
Manaitpasov misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Manaitpasov controlling from mount.
Leonardo is trying to stand.
Manaitpasov thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Manaitpasov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Leonardo looks a forlorn figure.
Manaitpasov thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Manaitpasov working away from the top, dropping strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Manaitpasov 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 William Peck scores the fight 26:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 26:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kazhymukan Manaitpasov!

Event: WCMMA Group D Round 1
Date: May 21, 2023

#R1#
Manaitpasov fails with the takedown.
Catawanee bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
We've been hearing reports that Manaitpasov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Manaitpasov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Catawanee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD#
Manaitpasov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Manaitpasov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Manaitpasov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Catawanee does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Catawanee avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Manaitpasov.
Catawanee keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Manaitpasov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Manaitpasov is trying to control the action in half guard but Catawanee is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Manaitpasov thows a huge punch but Catawanee dodges it nicely.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Catawanee can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Manaitpasov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Manaitpasov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Manaitpasov trying to mount his opponent but Catawanee defends it.
Manaitpasov throwing shots but Catawanee is blocking nicely.
Manaitpasov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Catawanee wants to improve his position but Manaitpasov is controlling well.
Manaitpasov 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.
Manaitpasov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manaitpasov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Catawanee defending well though.
Manaitpasov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Manaitpasov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Catawanee defending well though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catawanee keeps working. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Manaitpasov dives in for a single leg takedown but Catawanee sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manaitpasov is looking for a takedown.
A short right from Catawanee on the inside.
Catawanee gets underhooks to prevent Manaitpasov's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Catawanee breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Manaitpasov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Catawanee's waist but Catawanee gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Manaitpasov off to one side.
Catawanee connects with a crisp jab.
Manaitpasov shoots in but no luck this time.
Catawanee keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Catawanee displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Manaitpasov.
Catawanee lands a jab to the head. #T3#
Manaitpasov with a poor takedown
and Catawanee counters with a straight right hand.
Catawanee throws a good cross that connects.
Catawanee cracks Manaitpasov with a good jab.#TD#
Manaitpasov dives in and scores a takedown into Catawanee's guard.
Catawanee is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Manaitpasov throwing strikes from guard but Catawanee blocks nicely.
Manaitpasov trying to control but Catawanee is working from the bottom.
Manaitpasov throws a big right hand that misses.
Catawanee trying to keep a closed guard but Manaitpasov is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Manaitpasov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Manaitpasov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Manaitpasov in side control, throwing shots but Catawanee defends.
Catawanee dodges the ground and pound from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov in side control, throwing shots but Catawanee defends.
Catawanee is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Manaitpasov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Manaitpasov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Chayton Catawanee 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#
Manaitpasov dives in and grabs Catawanee's left leg, looking for a takedown. Catawanee pushes down on Manaitpasov's head and hops out.#TD#
Manaitpasov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Catawanee was covering up waiting for the punch and Manaitpasov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Manaitpasov stays in close to Catawanee's body and controls the position.
Catawanee trying to control the position here.
Manaitpasov throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Catawanee is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Manaitpasov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Manaitpasov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Manaitpasov sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Manaitpasov trying to control but Catawanee is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chayton Catawanee seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Manaitpasov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Manaitpasov throws a big right hand that misses.
Catawanee utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Catawanee not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Manaitpasov is fighting to break Catawanee's control of his arms but Catawanee is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Manaitpasov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Manaitpasov trying to control the position from guard on top but Catawanee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Catawanee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Manaitpasov is one step ahead there.
Manaitpasov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Manaitpasov drives through with a takedown into Catawanee's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T3#
Manaitpasov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Manaitpasov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Manaitpasov trying to control the position from guard on top but Catawanee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Manaitpasov pushes down on Catawanee's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Catawanee keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Manaitpasov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Manaitpasov is controlling the pace.
Catawanee avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Manaitpasov. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Catawanee avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Manaitpasov.
Manaitpasov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Catawanee is trying to maintain the position but Manaitpasov is very close to passing his half guard.
Manaitpasov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Manaitpasov wants to take a breather but Catawanee is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kazhymukan Manaitpasov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Manaitpasov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Catawanee lands a slapping body shot.
Manaitpasov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Catawanee stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Manaitpasov tries for a takedown but Catawanee circles away easily
and Catawanee counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Catawanee lands a nice looking body shot.
Catawanee scores with a body shot.
Catawanee jabs at Manaitpasov's body.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Manaitpasov shoots in looking for a takedown but Catawanee manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Manaitpasov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kazhymukan Manaitpasov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Catawanee scores with a jab to the body.
Catawanee lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Catawanee slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Catawanee scores with a jab to the jaw.
Manaitpasov looks for a takedown but Catawanee sprawls well.#T1#
Manaitpasov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Catawanee punishes Manaitpasov's body with a nice straight punch.
Catawanee fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Catawanee lands a body shot. #TD#
Manaitpasov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Manaitpasov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Manaitpasov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Catawanee keeps working.
Catawanee tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Manaitpasov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Manaitpasov is looking to take a break and control but Catawanee is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Manaitpasov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Catawanee is avoiding damage well.
Sloppy strikes there by Manaitpasov.
Catawanee dodges the ground and pound from Manaitpasov.
Catawanee has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Manaitpasov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
The ground and pound from Manaitpasov seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Sloppy strikes there by Manaitpasov.
Catawanee tries to improve position but can't.
Manaitpasov trying to control the position but Catawanee is working away.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#T3#
Manaitpasov postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Catawanee regains half guard, as Manaitpasov was trying to land strikes.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Manaitpasov thows a huge punch but Catawanee dodges it nicely.
Catawanee is trying to maintain the position but Manaitpasov is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Catawanee with a jab.
Manaitpasov shoots for a takedown but Catawanee saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Manaitpasov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T4##TD#
Manaitpasov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Catawanee looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Manaitpasov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Catawanee sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Manaitpasov controls the position from side control.
Manaitpasov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Manaitpasov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Catawanee is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Manaitpasov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Catawanee defending against the ground and pound.
Manaitpasov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chayton Catawanee!

Event: WCMMA Trials 4
Date: Apr 06, 2023

#R1#
Ongarbaev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Manaitpasov but Manaitpasov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Manaitpasov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Manaitpasov sets himself, and Ongarbaev steps forward looking for the clinch! Manaitpasov avoids it this time.
Manaitpasov throws a sloppy body shot
and Ongarbaev counters with a two punch combo.
Good leg kick by Ongarbaev.
Ongarbaev lands with a cross. #CUT2#It looks like Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has been cut.
Ongarbaev shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Manaitpasov pinned against the cage. Manaitpasov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Manaitpasov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ongarbaev can't do much from the bottom here. #T1##SU#
Manaitpasov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Ongarbaev to his feet.
Manaitpasov darts in trying to clinch
enabling Ongarbaev to counter with a crisp jab.
Ongarbaev tries to score a power double leg takedown but Manaitpasov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ongarbaev somewhat.
Kazhymukan Manaitpasov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kydyrgali Ongarbaev.#TD#
Manaitpasov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Manaitpasov drops an elbow to the side of Ongarbaev's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Manaitpasov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Manaitpasov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Ongarbaev wants to control but Manaitpasov is keeping busy and won't allow it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Kydyrgali Ongarbaev.
I think Ongarbaev has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 10:9
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 9:10
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 9:10

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Kydyrgali Ongarbaev!

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