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Event:
RMMA - Fight Night 7
Date: May 03, 2025 |
#R1#
Markus misses with a right hand #TD#
and Magomedov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Magomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Magomedov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Markus controls his leg.
Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Markus defends it.
Magomedov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov is keen to just control but Markus is a slippery customer.#T1#
Magomedov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Magomedov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Magomedov connects with a nice short shot to Markus's temple.
Markus taking some punishment here, with Magomedov in his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Magomedov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Magomedov moves into full mount! Markus won't be happy about that!
Magomedov looking to control but Markus is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Markus is in a horrible position here. Magomedov smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
The referee warns Markus that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#ROC#Markus is rocked!
Magomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Markus is still in real trouble! Can Magomedov finish him?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Oooh a big shot lands for Magomedov! Markus is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Khabib Magomedov! |
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Event:
RMMA 13 - Muszkowski v Casteel
Date: Apr 05, 2025 |
#R1#
Script wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Script.
Script fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov wants to clinch.
Script fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Script throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Script connects with a body shot that sends Magomedov's belly button to the back.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Script throws a series of punches but Magomedov avoids them all with ease.
Magomedov wants to counter with a clinch but Script pushes him away.
We've been told by Script's head coaches at Wanis Combat Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T1#
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Script digs a good hook to Magomedov's body.
Script cracks a nice hook into Magomedov's ribs.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Script circles away.
Script throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL2#
and Magomedov counters by moving into the clinch.
Magomedov jumps guard but Script turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Magomedov jumps guard but Script stands there with Magomedov around his waist. Magomedov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Giannis Script has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Magomedov.#BC#
Script breaks the clinch.
Nice sprawl there from Script as Magomedov shoots in.
Script throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Script scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Script ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Script scores with a hook to the body. Magomedov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Script comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Script defends well and Magomedov ends up having to push Script into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Script is looking to wear down Magomedov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Script misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Script defends it well.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Script swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T3#
Magomedov shoots in looking for a takedown but Script manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Magomedov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Script is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magomedov wants to clinch
and Script counters with a right hand to the body.
Script ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Script dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Script ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magomedov moves away.
Magomedov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Script as he avoids it easily.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt.
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Script.
#T4#
Magomedov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Script counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL2#
Magomedov clinches up with Script and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Script's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Script circles away.
Giannis Script seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Script scores with a body shot.
Magomedov shoots in but Script avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Script tried to counter with a leg kick but Magomedov avoided it.
Script throws a nice looking combination but Magomedov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Magomedov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov has his takedown stuffed
and Script counters with a three punch combo that has Magomedov backing up. Magomedov nods at Script to acknowledge the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Giannis Script dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov wants to clinch.
Script scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Script misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Script throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Script stuns Magomedov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Script scores with a body shot.
Magomedov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1#
Script misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Script defends it nicely.
Script changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Script misses with a body shot.
Script takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Magomedov feints the counter takedown.
Script pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Magomedov back to the cage. Script follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T2#
Script slaps away a takedown attempt from Magomedov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Giannis Script has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khabib Magomedov.
A shot to the body from Script misses #TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Magomedov.
Magomedov wants to control from the top but Script keeps moving.
Magomedov working some strikes from top position.
Script is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Magomedov is controlling him.
Magomedov is pushing down on Script's leg trying to pass to half guard. Script is fighting to maintain full guard but Magomedov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Script wants to get back to his feet.
Script is not content to let Magomedov control the position.#T3#
Script pushes Magomedov off but Magomedov dives into side control.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Script is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Script is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Magomedov can do to turn this around?
Script wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Script on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Script is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Script wants to get back to his feet but Magomedov is dominant here and he's now got Script's back!
Script is taking damage to the body and head. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Magomedov looking to break Script's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Script remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Magomedov will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Magomedov biding his time, looking for the opening.
Magomedov throwing damaging strikes from the back! Script could be in trouble here!
Script is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T4##SUB2#
Magomedov has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Script is defending well but eventually Magomedov manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Script has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Khabib Magomedov! |
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Event:
RMMA 7 - Curtis v Singleton
Date: Feb 22, 2025 |
#R1##TD#
Van Der Westhuizen bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Van Der Westhuizen goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Magomedov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Van Der Westhuizen but great work by Magomedov.
Van Der Westhuizen taking a bit of punishment here - Magomedov scoring with strikes.
Van Der Westhuizen on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Van Der Westhuizen tries to get out of the position.
Van Der Westhuizen is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Van Der Westhuizen sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Magomedov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Van Der Westhuizen wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Magomedov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Magomedov is keen to just control but Van Der Westhuizen is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Van Der Westhuizen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1#
Magomedov thows a huge punch but Van Der Westhuizen dodges it nicely.
Magomedov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Magomedov wants to free his trapped foot but Van Der Westhuizen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Van Der Westhuizen is looking to control Magomedov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Van Der Westhuizen avoid being mounted?
Magomedov is trying to control the action in half guard but Van Der Westhuizen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Magomedov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Van Der Westhuizen is trying to control but can't.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Van Der Westhuizen is staying active underneath Magomedov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Magomedov is thwarting Van Der Westhuizen's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Van Der Westhuizen tries to clinch but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
Magomedov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Van Der Westhuizen did well to prevent Magomedov getting side control.
Van Der Westhuizen tries to kick Magomedov off in order to stand up. Magomedov Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Van Der Westhuizen keeps working.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
You can see the frustration on Van Der Westhuizen's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magomedov scoring with punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Magomedov decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Magomedov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Van Der Westhuizen was covering up waiting for the punch and Magomedov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Van Der Westhuizen pushes Magomedov off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T3#
Magomedov stuffs the takedown attempt from Van Der Westhuizen. Van Der Westhuizen gets slowly back to his feet.
Magomedov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Van Der Westhuizen defends it well.
Van Der Westhuizen misses with a straight left.
Van Der Westhuizen gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Magomedov counters by clinching up.
Van Der Westhuizen tries to stall but Magomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T4#
Van Der Westhuizen wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedov won't allow it.
Magomedov should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD#
Van Der Westhuizen shoots in and bounces Magomedov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Van Der Westhuizen working some strikes from top position.
Van Der Westhuizen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Van Der Westhuizen trying to control the position from guard on top but Magomedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Khabib Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Van Der Westhuizen wants to clinch#TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a takedown into side control.
Magomedov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Magomedov landing a few strikes.
Van Der Westhuizen is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An elbow from Magomedov crashes against the mat.
Magomedov working the head with strikes.
Van Der Westhuizen can't do much from the bottom here.
Magomedov tries to advance to mount but Van Der Westhuizen denies him. #T1#
Van Der Westhuizen is not content to let Magomedov control the position.
Van Der Westhuizen is trying to improve his position.
Magomedov scoring with punches from side control.
Van Der Westhuizen is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Magomedov's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Magomedov lands with a punch from half guard.
Van Der Westhuizen wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
Magomedov trying to control from half guard but Van Der Westhuizen is working away. #T2#
Van Der Westhuizen gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Van Der Westhuizen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Van Der Westhuizen being controlled here, momentarily.
Van Der Westhuizen is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
Van Der Westhuizen 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.
Magomedov trying to control but Van Der Westhuizen is working from the bottom. #T3#
Magomedov postures up and lands a big shot to Van Der Westhuizen's brow.
Magomedov throws a big elbow that misses.
Magomedov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Van Der Westhuizen's head.
Van Der Westhuizen keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully.
Magomedov throws an elbow that misses. Van Der Westhuizen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Magomedov's guard. Nice move by Van Der Westhuizen!#REVR#
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Van Der Westhuizen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Magomedov keeping moving, preventing Van Der Westhuizen from controlling successfully.
Van Der Westhuizen pushing down on Magomedov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Van Der Westhuizen is looking to pass Magomedov's guard but actually Magomedov recovers to full guard.
Van Der Westhuizen wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Van Der Westhuizen's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Van Der Westhuizen tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Magomedov swivels and escapes.
Van Der Westhuizen tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Magomedov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Magomedov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Van Der Westhuizen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Van Der Westhuizen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov trying to control but Van Der Westhuizen is working from the bottom.
Magomedov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Van Der Westhuizen works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Van Der Westhuizen is looking for a triangle but Magomedov pushes his legs off easily.
Magomedov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Van Der Westhuizen's head.
Magomedov landing some decent shots from guard.
Magomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but Van Der Westhuizen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov with a nice head shot there.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Van Der Westhuizen is keeping the position for now.
Van Der Westhuizen wants to sweep here but Magomedov controlling him for the moment. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Magomedov trying to control but Van Der Westhuizen is working from the bottom.
Magomedov passes Van Der Westhuizen's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Magomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Van Der Westhuizen keeps working.
Magomedov thows a huge punch but Van Der Westhuizen dodges it nicely.
Magomedov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Van Der Westhuizen with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Magomedov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Van Der Westhuizen is squirming around, avoiding Magomedov's attempts to control the action.
Van Der Westhuizen tries to hold on but Magomedov pushes him away. #T3#
Magomedov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Van Der Westhuizen tries to hold on but Magomedov pushes him away.
Van Der Westhuizen is trying desperately to improve position.
Van Der Westhuizen wants to control but Magomedov is having none of it.
Magomedov scoring with strikes but Van Der Westhuizen is staying in there.
Magomedov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Magomedov content just to control the position here.
Magomedov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Van Der Westhuizen?
#T4#
Magomedov with the ground and pound from mount.
Magomedov lands with some strikes.
Magomedov wants to control the pace but Van Der Westhuizen is squirming around nicely.
Magomedov landing strikes from the mount.#ROC2#Van Der Westhuizen is rocked!
Magomedov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Oh Van Der Westhuizen is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Van Der Westhuizen wants to hold on but Magomedov pushes him away.
Magomedov loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Van Der Westhuizen scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Magomedov land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Magomedov stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Magomedov! |
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