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Event:
WOVA 3: Bloody Britannia
Date: May 03, 2025 |
#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Yurchon darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CUT2#It looks like Magomed Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Yurchon misses with a double jab
#TD#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a shoot takedown. Yurchon fights it but they end up in guard.
Nurmagomedov forces his way into half guard.
Nurmagomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Yurchon knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Yurchon looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nurmagomedov is nestled in close to Yurchon, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagomedov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Yurchon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nurmagomedov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Yurchon felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Yurchon wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yurchon is just riding it out for now. Nurmagomedov eventually gives up the hold. #T1##SUB#
Nurmagomedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Yurchon defends it well.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Yurchon's head.
Nurmagomedov tries to pass to full mount but Yurchon defends it.
Yurchon is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is working for a kimura but Yurchon is defending it quite comfortably.
Nurmagomedov 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.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Yurchon defends the submission attempt.
Yurchon is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yurchon has managed to free his arm - good work.
Nurmagomedov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T3#
Nurmagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Yurchon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Yurchon tries to kick Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nurmagomedov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Nurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nurmagomedov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Yurchon's head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nurmagomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Yurchon knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is working for a kimura but Yurchon is defending it quite comfortably.
Yurchon is looking to escape.
Nurmagomedov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Yurchon is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagomedov sits in half guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov seems to be working for a kimura but Yurchon defends the submission attempt.
Nurmagomedov throwing shots but Yurchon is blocking nicely.
Nurmagomedov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Yurchon really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagomedov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nurmagomedov with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Nurmagomedov fails to take his opponent's back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Magomed Nurmagomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Magomed Nurmagomedov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Yurchon misses with a jab, cross combination.
Nurmagomedov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Yurchon misses with a hook.
Nurmagomedov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nurmagomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Yurchon.
Yurchon dips to his left and cracks Nurmagomedov with an uppercut!
Horrible takedown attempt by Nurmagomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Yurchon, which made it look bad.
Yurchon smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yurchon throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Nurmagomedov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagomedov won't allow Yurchon to get back to his feet.
Yurchon has momentary wrist control but Nurmagomedov slips an elbow through the middle.#T1#
Yurchon is wriggling around but Nurmagomedov manages to pass to half guard.
#SUB#
Nurmagomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Yurchon sees it coming and defends easily.
Nurmagomedov is keen to just control but Yurchon is a slippery customer.
Yurchon tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Nurmagomedov manages to move to mount!
Nurmagomedov won't let Yurchon get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Nurmagomedov pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Yurchon is trying to stand.
Nurmagomedov wants to control the pace but Yurchon is squirming around nicely.
Nurmagomedov in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#T2##SUB#
Nurmagomedov jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Yurchon manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Yurchon is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Yurchon is defending well. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Yurchon is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Yurchon is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Nurmagomedov is controlling him well.
Yurchon taking punishment in the form of punches.
Magomed Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Nurmagomedov works to advance to full mount. Yurchon defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Yurchon has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Yurchon!
Yurchon wanted to stand there but Nurmagomedov had control of the position. #T4##SUB#
Nurmagomedov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yurchon is aware though and is defending well.
Nurmagomedov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Nurmagomedov is really struggling to control Yurchon but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Nurmagomedov has a closed guard, preventing Yurchon from standing up.
Nurmagomedov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Yurchon is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Nurmagomedov has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Yurchon is looking to defend but Nurmagomedov has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Yurchon! Nurmagomedov pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Yurchon taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Magomed Nurmagomedov!
Magomed Nurmagomedov is the new middleweight champion!
Magomed Nurmagomedov took some time post fight to say the following; 'Alhamdulillah. This belt is for Dagestan, my family, and my team. From the mountain mats to the WOVA cage, this has been my dream. Much respect to my opponent—he’s a warrior. But tonight, I showed who I am. Champion now, but far from finished. This is just the beginning.'. |
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Event:
WOVA Fight Night: Requiem
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
#R1#
Baird shoots in for a takedown but Nurmagomedov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Baird tries to clinch up#TD#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a single leg into guard. Baird didn't expect that.
Nurmagomedov scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Baird looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Nurmagomedov has picked Baird up and slammed him! Baird can't keep hold of the triangle and Nurmagomedov manages to pass to side control!
Baird wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Baird is looking to reverse the position.
Baird is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Baird's face as Nurmagomedov controls the position. #T1#
Baird is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nurmagomedov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Baird is not content to let Nurmagomedov control the position.
Baird pushes Nurmagomedov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Nurmagomedov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the position but Baird is working away.
Nurmagomedov working the head and body with strikes.
Baird wants to get back to his feet.
Baird is working to avoid the ground and pound but Nurmagomedov connects with a decent elbow. #ES2#
Baird throws Nurmagomedov to one side and escapes!
Nurmagomedov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Baird looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Nurmagomedov!
Baird happy to just control the position for now. #T2#
Nurmagomedov tries to buck Baird off but Baird is having none of it.
Baird controlling the position from side mount.
Nurmagomedov is not content to let Baird control the position. #T3#
Baird controls the position.
Nurmagomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Baird keeps moving and retains side control.
Baird taking a breather here.
Baird trying to control the action but Nurmagomedov is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov is looking to regain half guard here but Baird keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
You can see the frustration on Nurmagomedov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Nurmagomedov tries to bench press Baird off him but Baird keeps the position.
Nurmagomedov is not content to let Baird control the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The referee asks Baird politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Baird prefers to stall for the moment though.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Baird tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Nurmagomedov defends well and Baird ends up having to push Nurmagomedov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
No luck for Baird with that takedown attempt.
Nurmagomedov feinted with a counter takedown.
Magomed Nurmagomedov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rodolfo Baird.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Nurmagomedov drives through with a takedown into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Magomed Nurmagomedov 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##CL2#
Baird gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Baird tries for a takedown but Nurmagomedov manages to get underhooks.
Nurmagomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Baird controls the action.
Baird prevents a takedown attempt there.
Baird is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Baird gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T1#
Nurmagomedov wants to improve his position but Baird is controlling well.
Nurmagomedov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Baird sitting in guard here, content to control.
Baird won't allow Nurmagomedov to sweep him here.
Baird controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Baird won't allow Nurmagomedov to sweep him here. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nurmagomedov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Baird is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Nurmagomedov is trying to keep Baird in close.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Nurmagomedov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Baird was covering up waiting for the punch and Nurmagomedov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Baird wants to get back to his feet but Nurmagomedov passes into half guard.
#T3##REVB#
Nurmagomedov tries to pass to full mount but Baird defends it.
Magomed Nurmagomedov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Baird looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Baird looking for submissions off his back.
Nurmagomedov winds up and cracks Baird with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Baird is trying to stand.
Baird wants to improve his position but Nurmagomedov is controlling well.
Ground and pound from Nurmagomedov. #T4#
Baird is looking to escape.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Baird is working from the bottom.
Baird pushes Nurmagomedov off looking to stand but Nurmagomedov dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB2#
Baird looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Baird is breathing heavily.
Nurmagomedov stops Baird from getting back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Baird is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Nurmagomedov seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Baird pushes Nurmagomedov off but Nurmagomedov dives into side control.
Baird takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nurmagomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baird can do to turn this around?
Baird is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Magomed Nurmagomedov 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##TD#
Nurmagomedov shoots in and gets a takedown into Baird's guard.
Nurmagomedov is standing up over Baird. Baird looks to escape but Nurmagomedov dives into side control.
#REVB#
Nurmagomedov controlling from side mount.
Baird wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Baird tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nurmagomedov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Nurmagomedov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Baird some visible discomfort.
A lull in the action here as Nurmagomedov stalls from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baird is trying to get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov is looking to take a break and control but Baird is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Baird tries to bench press Nurmagomedov off him but Nurmagomedov keeps the position. #T1#
Nurmagomedov cracks Baird with a big right hand but Baird just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Nurmagomedov prevents Baird from escaping the position.
Nurmagomedov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Baird some visible discomfort.
Baird wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Baird is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Nurmagomedov is working Baird over with some ground and pound from side control.
Nurmagomedov slows the pace down.
Baird is looking to regain half guard here but Nurmagomedov keeps moving and retains side control.
Nurmagomedov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Baird keeps working. #T2#
Baird wants to get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov wants to control but Baird is keeping him busy.
Baird is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Nurmagomedov asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baird takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nurmagomedov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nurmagomedov working the head with strikes.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Baird is working from the bottom.
Baird trying to remain calm as Nurmagomedov controls from the top position.#T3#
Baird tries to escape but Nurmagomedov is in control.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Baird is working from the bottom.
Baird taking punishment in the form of punches.
Nurmagomedov trying to control the action but Baird is working from the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Nurmagomedov stalls from top position.
Baird tries to escape but Nurmagomedov is in control.
Baird is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
Baird throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Nurmagomedov looks for a takedown but Baird sprawls well.#T4##TD2#
Baird scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Magomed Nurmagomedov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Nurmagomedov seems a little lost for a moment, as Baird dominates the positioning.
Baird trying to control the action but Nurmagomedov is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov tries to buck Baird off but Baird is having none of it.
Baird trying to control the position but Nurmagomedov is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagomedov is trying to improve his position.
Rodolfo Baird has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nurmagomedov wants to control but Baird postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Magomed Nurmagomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Nurmagomedov, 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alyssa Summers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Magomed Nurmagomedov!
Magomed Nurmagomedov took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 23, 2025 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nurmagomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rossi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Nurmagomedov sprawls and moves away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Nurmagomedov or perhaps it was just good defense by Rossi, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Nurmagomedov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Nurmagomedov seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Rossi is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Magomed Nurmagomedov!
Magomed Nurmagomedov spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 21, 2025 |
#R1#
Garfunkel moves to clinch but Nurmagomedov breaks away #TD#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a nice double leg into side control. Garfunkel won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov is trying to get an arm triangle but Garfunkel is defending well.
A lull in the action here.
Garfunkel is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garfunkel looking for a sweep but Nurmagomedov has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Nurmagomedov thowing shots but they're missing.
Nurmagomedov won't let Garfunkel get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now. #T1#
Nurmagomedov fails to advance to Garfunkel's back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Garfunkel is wriggling around trying to escape.
Garfunkel slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Nurmagomedov 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. Garfunkel tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Nurmagomedov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Magomed Nurmagomedov!
Magomed Nurmagomedov 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. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 17, 2025 |
#R1#
Dugout throws a lazy head kick #TD2#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a single leg into guard. Dugout didn't expect that.
Nurmagomedov trying to control but Dugout is working from the bottom.
Nurmagomedov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dugout swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Dugout throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nurmagomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Nurmagomedov decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Dugout cracks a nice hook into Nurmagomedov's ribs.
Dugout fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T1#
Dugout lands with a shot to the body. #KD#
Dugout lands a big head kick that sends Nurmagomedov tumbling to the mat! Dugout takes a step backwards and waves Nurmagomedov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Magomed Nurmagomedov has been cut.
Nurmagomedov gets hit by the mother of all head kicks and drops to the canvas in a crumpled heap! Woooow, the Internet is going to be talking about this one for weeks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Rufus Dugout! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 14, 2025 |
#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by Jin as he connects with a hook.#CL#
Nurmagomedov clinches up against the cage.#BC2#
Jin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nurmagomedov moves away.
Jin changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jin misses with a combination
#TD#
and Nurmagomedov counters with a shoot takedown. Jin fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Nurmagomedov 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#
Nurmagomedov 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. Nurmagomedov seems to have locked his on tight now - Jin screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Nurmagomedov, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Magomed Nurmagomedov! |
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