Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 143
Date: Mar 08, 2025

#R1#
Remington looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Remington misses with a hook.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Remington counters with a lovely straight right hand!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Remington swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Remington gets double underhooks and turns Magomedov into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khamzat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Remington lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Magomedov.
Remington prevents the takedown attempt.
Remington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Remington.
Remington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov looking for a takedown.
Remington works on Magomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
Remington tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Remington back against the cage.
Remington taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Remington lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Remington has him pressed against the cage.
Remington has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
A nice left hand lands by Remington.
Remington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Remington lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Remington has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Remington lands a body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Remington.
Remington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov wants a takedown.
Remington lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Remington lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Remington lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Remington lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Remington has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Remington working aggressively here.
Remington misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov takes a shot to the head.
Remington lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Remington misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Remington misses with a punch on the inside.
Remington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Remington swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Remington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Remington misses with a hook to the ribs.
Remington goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #TD#
Magomedov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Magomedov manages to end up in side control.#SUB#
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Remington is defending well.
Remington is trying to get back to half guard.
Magomedov tries to advance to mount but Remington denies him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##SUB#
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but Remington sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Magomedov's guard.
Remington working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle here but Remington uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Magomedov is looking to reverse the position.
Magomedov taking a bit of punishment here - Remington scoring with strikes.
Remington lands some shots froms side control.
Remington moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Magomedov tries to improve position but can't. #T4#
Magomedov looking for a sweep but Remington has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Magomedov wants to hold on but Remington pushes him away.
Magomedov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.
Remington controlling his opponent.
Magomedov is working to get back to half guard.
Remington controlling his opponent.
Magomedov really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reese Remington dominated that round.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Magomedov shoots in but Remington avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Magomedov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Remington sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Magomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Remington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khamzat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Remington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Magomedov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Remington was covering up waiting for the punch and Magomedov finishes the takedown easily into guard.

Remington manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Remington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Remington is leaning against Magomedov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Remington has him pressed against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Remington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Remington softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Remington is working Magomedov over against the cage.
Remington can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Remington gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Magomedov takes a shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Remington.
Magomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Remington pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Remington swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Remington has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Remington working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Remington working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Remington lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Remington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Remington lands a body shot.
Remington lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short left from Remington. #T2#
Remington misses with a punch on the inside.
Remington misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Remington.
A hook to the body from Remington.
Magomedov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Remington swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Remington lands a body punch.
Remington tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Remington scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Remington misses with some punches.
Remington misses with a punch on the inside.
Remington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Remington lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Remington pushes Magomedov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Remington scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Remington lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Remington won't allow it.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Remington forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Remington lands a hook to the side of the head.
Remington throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Remington struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
A hook to the body from Remington.
Remington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Remington. #BC2#
Remington escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Remington counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Remington misses with a short punch on the inside.
Remington lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Remington struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Remington lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Remington shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Remington lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Remington stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Remington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Remington lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Remington.
Remington working aggressively here.
Remington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Remington fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Remington.
Remington lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Remington working aggressively here.
Remington misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Remington.
Remington tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Remington struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Remington tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Remington lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Remington holds him up against the cage and eventually Magomedov drops back down to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reese Remington showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Magomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Remington, which made it look bad.
Remington bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Magomedov ducks right into an uppercut from Remington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Remington slaps away a takedown attempt from Magomedov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khamzat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Remington lands with a shot to the body. #T1#
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Remington counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt - Remington sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Magomedov fails with the takedown
and Remington counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Khamzat Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Remington stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Remington wants it to stay on the feet.
Magomedov dives in and grabs Remington's left leg, looking for a takedown. Remington pushes down on Magomedov's head and hops out.
Remington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Remington connects with a good right hand that stumbles Magomedov. Magomedov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Magomedov fails to land the takedown.
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Remington avoids it really well and circles away.
Remington takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Magomedov dives in and grabs Remington's left leg, looking for a takedown. Remington pushes down on Magomedov's head and hops out.
Reese Remington is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Remington tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Remington lands a slapping body shot.
Reese Remington seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Remington cracks Magomedov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Remington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Remington getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Remington avoids it really well and circles away.
Remington looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Remington counters with a straight right hand.
Magomedov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Magomedov walks into a straight right hand from Remington.
A cross from Remington lands.
Magomedov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Magomedov shoots in but no luck this time.
Remington displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Magomedov.
Remington swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Remington is looking to clinch.
Magomedov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Remington sprawls and moves away.
Remington fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov tries to counter with a takedown but Remington is quick to defend against it.
Remington scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Magomedov doesn't seem bothered though.
Magomedov shoots in but Remington avoids the takedown attempt easily.
No luck for Magomedov with that takedown attempt. #T4#
Magomedov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Remington is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks a head kick by Remington.
Magomedov tries to counter with a takedown but Remington is quick to defend against it.
Remington slaps away a takedown attempt from Magomedov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Remington is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Magomedov with a body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Magomedov.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Remington as he avoids it easily.
Remington now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Remington avoids it really well and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reese Remington really dominated that round.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Magomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Remington gets double underhooks and turns Magomedov into the cage.
Magomedov wants a takedown.
Remington swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Remington tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Remington has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Still in the clinch, Remington scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov fails to pull guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khamzat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Remington tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Remington smiles and moves away.
Nice shot lands for Remington.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Magomedov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Remington manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Remington keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass.
Remington is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1##SUB#
Magomedov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Remington manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Magomedov has Remington in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Remington got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Remington has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Remington is aware though and is defending well.
Remington stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
Remington is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Remington won't allow Magomedov to sweep him here.
Remington showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2##SUB#
Magomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Remington is aware though and is defending well.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Remington trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Magomedov working for submissions but it's allowed Remington to get to half guard.
Remington wants to stand up but Magomedov has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Remington prevents Magomedov from improving his position.
Remington trying to control the pace.
Remington tries to pass to full mount but Magomedov defends it. #T3#
Remington is keen to just control but Magomedov is a slippery customer.
Remington is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Magomedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Magomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Remington pulls his head out easily.
Remington is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Magomedov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Magomedov fails to land the takedown.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Remington counters with a head kick. That will keep Magomedov thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Remington sprawls well.
Remington throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
Remington throws a head kick but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Magomedov moves forwards but Remington connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Remington sprawls well.
Remington throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Remington defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Magomedov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Remington! But no joy.
Good standup being displayed there by Remington as he connects with a hook.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Remington sprawls well. Remington wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Magomedov gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Remington on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Reese Remington dominated that fourth 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!#R5#
Remington throws a big shot that misses.
Remington throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Remington scores with a jab to the jaw.
Magomedov fails to land the takedown.
Magomedov with a poor takedown
and Remington cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Remington to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khamzat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A lazy left from Remington finds it's target.
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Remington counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Remington avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Remington continues to drive forward.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Remington.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Remington misses with a punch to the body.
Remington lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Remington.
Remington tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Remington back against the cage.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Remington has him pressed against the cage.
Remington scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Remington lands a body shot.
Remington lands a right hand.
Magomedov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Remington scores with a shoulder strike.
Remington digs a right hand into Magomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Magomedov's gas tank.
Remington misses with a punch to the body.
Remington lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Remington misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Remington scores with a nice short uppercut.
Reese Remington seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Remington lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Magomedov.
Remington misses with a body punch.
Remington struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands. #T2#
Remington lands with a left to the head.
Remington makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Remington misses with a hook from the clinch.
Remington has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Remington tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Remington lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards. #TD#
Magomedov decides to pull guard.
Remington distracts Magomedov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Remington wants to pass the guard but Magomedov is keeping the position.#SUB#
Magomedov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Remington uses it to pass to side control.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Remington wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Remington scoring with punches and elbows. #T3#
Remington trying to control the position but Magomedov is working away.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Reese Remington is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Magomedov is letting Remington control him for a moment.
Magomedov tries to buck Remington off but Remington is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov struggling a bit here.
Magomedov is looking for a sweep.
Remington is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Magomedov will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Magomedov is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Magomedov is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Remington stalls from top position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Magomedov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Remington tries to avoid it but Magomedov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Remington to the ground. Remington escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Good exchange - Remington coming out on top.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Remington sprawls well.
Remington throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
Khamzat Magomedov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magomedov misses with a takedown
and Remington counters with a lovely straight right hand!

And that's the end of the fight!
Reese Remington comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Remington has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 43:50
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 43:50
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 43:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Reese Remington!
Reese Remington is the new middleweight champion!
After winning the bout, Reese Remington thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 139
Date: Feb 08, 2025

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Wang as Magomedov shoots in.
Magomedov darts in looking for a takedown but Wang gets double underhooks and turns Magomedov into the cage.
Wang throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magomedov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wang sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hung Young Wang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khamzat Magomedov.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Wang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov. #TD2#
Magomedov feints and as Wang raises his hands in defense, Magomedov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Magomedov tries to free his leg and advance position but Wang is retaining full guard.
Wang pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Wang manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Wang taking a breather.#T1#
Wang softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Wang.
Magomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Wang gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#BC#
Wang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wang throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
A big left from Wang misses.
Magomedov shoots for a takedown but Wang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Magomedov shoots in and drives through. Wang sprawls well.
Wang fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Magomedov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wang moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Magomedov tries for a takedown but Wang circles away easily
and Wang counters with a thumping low kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wang throws a front kick that sends Magomedov stumbling back into the cage.
Magomedov looks winded!#T2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Wang, looking for a takedown. Magomedov pushes Wang against the cage but Wang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Wang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Wang misses with a straight right.
Magomedov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wang defends it well.
Wang throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wang keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Magomedov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Good exchange - Wang coming out on top.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Magomedov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Wang throwing a counter right hand but Magomedov manages to avoid it.#T3#
Wang throws a hook but Magomedov blocks it.
Hung Young Wang is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Magomedov moves out of range as Wang throws a body kick.
Wang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Wang dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Wang avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing Wang from standing up.
Wang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Wang got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Wang has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.
Wang trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Wang tries to stand but Magomedov is controlling from the bottom.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Wang is pushing down on Magomedov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Magomedov is fighting to maintain full guard but Wang has managed to sneak the leg through.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hung Young Wang 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#
Magomedov slips a jab and a cross from Wang.
Magomedov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Wang tries to land a body kick#TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Wang pulls Magomedov in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort.
Wang makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Wang.#T1#
Magomedov forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Wang is controlling Magomedov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Magomedov wants to pass to mount but Wang is defending the position. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Wang doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Magomedov. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Wang tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg.
Wang is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Average Judas Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wang is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T3#
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Wang is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for submissions but instead, Wang has regained full guard.
Wang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Magomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wang swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Wang keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Wang counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wang connects with a looping right hand.
Wang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Wang swinging wildly here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wang avoids it really well and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Khamzat Magomedov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3##TD2#
Magomedov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Wang is trying to control Magomedov's posture but Magomedov avoids it. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Wang is defending well.
Wang is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Magomedov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov is working for a kimura but Wang is defending it quite comfortably.
Magomedov is pressing down on Wang's thigh, looking to free his foot. Wang is holding on for now. #T1#
Wang is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wang avoid being mounted?
Wang is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Wang manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Wang wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment.
Wang keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Magomedov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Wang has his foot on Magomedov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Magomedov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Magomedov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Wang looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Wang looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Wang! #REVR#
Magomedov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Wang is looking to advance position but Magomedov won't allow it.
Wang wants to lay and pray for a moment but Magomedov keeps working.
Magomedov moves into full guard.
Wang trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Wang is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Magomedov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Wang doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Wang manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Wang advances position into side control!
Wang moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
Magomedov is trying to control Wang's posture but Wang avoids it.
Magomedov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Wang wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Magomedov stops Wang from passing to mount.
Magomedov is trying to control Wang's posture but Wang avoids it.
Wang controlling the position from side mount.
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magomedov tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Wang presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov is looking to improve his position but Wang isn't that keen on the idea.
Magomedov is squirming around, avoiding Wang's attempts to control the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Hung Young Wang did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Magomedov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Wang is trying to improve his position.
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Wang knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but Wang sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Magomedov's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang passes into half guard. #T1#
Wang tries to pass the half guard into mount. Magomedov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Wang slows the pace down in half guard.
Magomedov wants to improve his position but Wang is controlling well. #SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.#SU#
Wang stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Magomedov to get to his feet. #TD2#
Magomedov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wang's half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Wang still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Wang has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Wang trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov trying his best to control but Wang has mounted him.
Magomedov is trying to reverse the position but instead Wang has taken his back - oops!
Magomedov looking very determined here, making life difficult for Wang.
Wang is hanging on to Magomedov's back as he tries to escape.
Wang controls the position.#T3#
I really don't envy Magomedov right now.
Magomedov keeps trying to improve his position.
Magomedov breaks Wang's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Wang keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Magomedov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Wang looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Wang looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Wang! #REVR#
Magomedov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Wang controls the position. #SU#
Wang stands up and beckons Magomedov to his feet.
A jab from Wang finds it's way through Magomedov's defenses. #T4#
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It looked like Wang wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Wang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wang continues to drive forward.
Wang throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Wang lands an overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov looks for a takedown but Wang sprawls well.
Wang half committed to a counter leg kick.
Hung Young Wang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khamzat Magomedov.
Magomedov needs to keep his hands up - Wang had a free shot at his head there.
Wang leaves Magomedov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Wang misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hung Young Wang had his way with Khamzat Magomedov in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Wang misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nice takedown defense from Wang. No joy for Magomedov on that attempt. #TD2#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Wang is trying to defend but Magomedov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Magomedov is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wang has managed to free his arm - good work.
Wang is trying to stand. #T1#
Wang trying to control but Magomedov postures up. #SUB2#
Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Wang defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Wang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wang keeping full guard, as Magomedov tries to pass. #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.
Wang wants to sweep but no luck.
Magomedov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Magomedov drops back, looking for a kneebar! Wang looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Wang looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Wang! #REVR#
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
Wang trying to control the action but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T3#
You can see the frustration on Magomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SU#
Wang stands up.
Hung Young Wang is winning the standup battle so far.
Wang connects with a solid leg kick. #TD2#
Magomedov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov trying to work for an americana but Wang has managed to regain full guard. #T4#
Magomedov passes Wang's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Wang keeping hold of Magomedov's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Magomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Wang sees it coming and defends easily.
Wang manages to get to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Magomedov wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Khamzat Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Wang 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 47:48
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 47:48
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 48:48

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

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 132
Date: Dec 21, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lopez as he avoids it easily.
As Magomedov backs off Lopez throws a huge counter combo but Magomedov manages to avoid it all.
Lopez lands with an overhand left.
We've been hearing reports that Magomedov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Magomedov fails with the takedown.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but Lopez shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khamzat Magomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Magomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lopez is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov passes into half guard.
Lopez has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Bigfoot BJJ. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Magomedov is working for a submission of some sort. #T1#
Lopez wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy. #SUB#
Magomedov in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Lopez tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Khamzat Magomedov!
Khamzat Magomedov is the new middleweight champion!
Khamzat Magomedov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: BANZAI COMBAT 121
Date: Nov 16, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Mikidropov tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Mikidropov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Magomedov shoots in but Mikidropov avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Mikidropov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Mikidropov lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Mikidropov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mikidropov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mikidropov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Magomedov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Magomedov has his foot on Mikidropov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mikidropov works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Magomedov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mikidropov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mikidropov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Magomedov has his foot on Mikidropov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mikidropov works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Mikidropov trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Magomedov is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Mikidropov has his hands clasped together but Magomedov extends and breaks Mikidropov's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Magomedov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Khamzat Magomedov!

Event: Summit Series - MMA Rd 4
Date: Jun 23, 2024

#R1#
President cracks Magomedov with a good jab.
President swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Magomedov shoots and misses
enabling President to counter with a crisp jab.
President throws an overhand right that lands on Magomedov's shoulder, as Magomedov tries to avoid the shot.
A left lands for President.
President fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Magomedov. #TD#
Magomedov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard.
Magomedov is fighting to break President's control of his arms but President is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Magomedov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T1##SUB#
Magomedov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Magomedov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Magomedov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed President's guard. #SUB#
Magomedov wants to work for an arm triangle but President is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but President keeps working. #SUB#
President is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov.
President wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2##SUB#
Magomedov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Magomedov has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can President defend it? Magomedov steps over the head and cranks it - President is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Khamzat Magomedov!

Event: Summit Series - MMA Rd 3
Date: Jun 09, 2024

#R1#
Ray misses with a few strikes there. #TD#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Magomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Ray defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for a kimura but Ray is defending it quite comfortably.
Magomedov prevents Ray from improving his position.
Ray looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ray is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Magomedov has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Ray defend it? Magomedov steps over the head and cranks it - Ray is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Magomedov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Khamzat Magomedov!

Event: Summit Series - MMA Rd 2
Date: May 26, 2024

#R1#
A big right from Pulaski misses.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pulaski as he jumps to the side.
Pulaski has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Ironbound MMA in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Magomedov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Magomedov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Magomedov seems to have locked his on tight now - Pulaski screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Magomedov, as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Khamzat Magomedov!

Event: STC| Grand Prix Round 5
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Crabtree lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Crabtree's waist but Crabtree gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Magomedov off to one side.
Magomedov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Crabtree counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Crabtree cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Shirley Crabtree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khamzat Magomedov.
Crabtree throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Crabtree displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #TD2#
Magomedov feints and as Crabtree raises his hands in defense, Magomedov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Crabtree pulls Magomedov in close to prevent any damage.
Crabtree doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Crabtree knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Magomedov on the ground.#SUB2#
Magomedov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Crabtree is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Crabtree has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Crabtree wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #T1#
Crabtree throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Crabtree defends it easily. #SUB2#
Magomedov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Crabtree has picked Magomedov up and slammed him! Magomedov can't keep hold of the triangle and Crabtree manages to pass to side control!
Magomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov gets back to half guard.
Crabtree tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Magomedov actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Crabtree is looking to take a break and control but Magomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Magomedov moves into full guard.
Crabtree wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving. #SUB2#
Crabtree avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Crabtree trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Magomedov working for a triangle but Crabtree defends it easily.
Crabtree looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3##SUB2#
Crabtree avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Crabtree drops back looking for a leg! Magomedov is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Magomedov manages to kick Crabtree off! Crabtree jumps back into Magomedov's guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Crabtree defends easily. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Crabtree has his hands clasped together but Magomedov extends and breaks Crabtree's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Magomedov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Khamzat Magomedov!
In defeat, Shirley Crabtree stepped up to the mic, saying '*scans the room for worthy prey*'.

Event: STC12| GP Losers Round 3
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Magomedov looking to score a takedown here. Makagziadan is defending well but Magomedov drives through and ends up in Makagziadan's guard.
Magomedov passes Makagziadan's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Makagziadan is just riding it out for now. Magomedov eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura but Makagziadan is defending well. #SUB2#
Magomedov is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Magomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Makagziadan tries to kick Magomedov off but Magomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Makagziadan has managed to free his arm - good work.
Makagziadan is trying to stand. #SUB2#
Magomedov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Makagziadan looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov tries to pass to full mount but Makagziadan defends it. #SUB2#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov works his way into side control. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Makagziadan knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Makagziadan pushes Magomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Magomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB2#
Magomedov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Magomedov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Makagziadan has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Magomedov but great work by Makagziadan.
Makagziadan wants to stand but Magomedov is controlling his arm.
Magomedov is trying to improve his position.
Makagziadan tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. #T3#
Magomedov sneaks back into half guard.
Magomedov trying to control here.
Makagziadan tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Magomedov.
Makagziadan has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Magomedov is pressing down on Makagziadan's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Magomedov pushes a forearm under Makagziadan's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Makagziadan is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Khamzat Magomedov!

Event: STC9| Grand Prix Round 3
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Gorgodze looking to score a takedown here. Magomedov is defending well but Gorgodze drives through and ends up in Magomedov's guard.#SUB2#
Magomedov looking for a guillotine here but Gorgodze defends easily. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gorgodze defends well.
Magomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gorgodze stopping the sweep attempt from Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Magomedov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Gorgodze pushes his legs off easily. #T1##SUB2#
Gorgodze avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Gorgodze got a little sloppy there for a moment and Magomedov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gorgodze has managed to get both his arms back between Magomedov's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Magomedov has his feet on Gorgodze's thighs here. He's pushed Gorgodze off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Gorgodze screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Khamzat Magomedov!

Event: STC6| Grand Prix Round 2
Date: Jan 28, 2024

#R1#
Yoshida moves in looking to clinch but Magomedov pushes him off.
Magomedov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Yoshida sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Yoshida gets caught napping as Magomedov dives in and scores a takedown. Yoshida manages to retain guard.
Yoshida working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Magomedov drops back looking for a leg! Yoshida is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Yoshida manages to kick Magomedov off! Magomedov jumps back into Yoshida's guard.
Magomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Yoshida can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Magomedov has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Yoshida is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Magomedov yanks on the arm and Yoshida is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Magomedov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Khamzat Magomedov!
Yuto Yoshida spoke after the fight, saying 'I am sorry to not have shown up today. Good luck to the rest of the fighters! AND GOOD LUCK TO BOTTOM FEEDER !!!'.

Event: STC2| Grand Prix Round 1
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pulaski is fending him off so far but Magomedov persists. Nope, Pulaski circles away and we're back to standing.
It looked like Pulaski was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Pulaski stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Pulaski wants it to stay on the feet.
Pulaski seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Magomedov shoots in but Pulaski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
It looked like Pulaski was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Magomedov.
Demyan Pulaski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khamzat Magomedov.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown. Pulaski tries to sprawl out of it but Magomedov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Pulaski manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Pulaski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Magomedov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov shoots for a takedown but Pulaski saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Pulaski takes the fight into the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Pulaski.
Pulaski throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Pulaski lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Magomedov or not.
Magomedov goes for a takedown attempt but Pulaski pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Pulaski looks to land a right hand but Magomedov moved out of range.#CL#
Pulaski clinches.
Magomedov tries to pull guard but Pulaski won't allow it.
Pulaski digs a right hand underneath Magomedov's ribcage. Magomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short body shot lands from Pulaski as the two fighters clinch.
Pulaski scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC#
Pulaski pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov goes for a double leg but Pulaski avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Pulaski continues to drive forward.
Pulaski lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Magomedov misses with a takedown attempt
and Pulaski counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov shoots and misses
and Pulaski counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov looks winded!#CL#
Pulaski gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pulaski working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Pulaski works on Magomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Pulaski lands a body punch in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Pulaski.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pulaski.
Pulaski lands a shoulder strike.
Pulaski lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Pulaski on the inside.
Pulaski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pulaski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
A short left from Pulaski.
Pulaski working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pulaski lands an uppercut.
Magomedov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Pulaski throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Pulaski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Pulaski turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Pulaski scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head. #T3#
Pulaski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pulaski scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Pulaski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pulaski lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Pulaski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pulaski lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards. #ROC#Magomedov is rocked!
Pulaski digs a right hand into Magomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Magomedov's gas tank.
Pulaski lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Pulaski finish him?
Magomedov is trying to pull guard but Pulaski turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Magomedov seems to have recovered his senses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pulaski.
Pulaski pushes Magomedov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pulaski gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Pulaski.
Pulaski makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pulaski lands a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Pulaski.
Pulaski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Pulaski working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pulaski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A hook to the body from Pulaski.
Pulaski is working Magomedov over against the ropes.
Pulaski lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Pulaski works on Magomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Pulaski lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pulaski dips a shoulder and cracks Magomedov with a mighty uppercut! Magomedov falls back against the ropes and Pulaski unloads with a barrage of strikes! Magomedov is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the ropes! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Pulaski screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Demyan Pulaski!
During a confident post fight interview, Demyan Pulaski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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