Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Ascension 1126
Date: Nov 26, 2016

#R1#
O Brien misses with a hook. Meyer ducked under it nicely.
Meyer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Meyer dips to his left and cracks O Brien with an uppercut!
Meyer throws a right hand that O Brien ducks under and follows up with a left that O Brien also avoids with ease.
O Brien gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Meyer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Meyer scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Meyer scoring well with a low kick there.
A bone on bone clash there as O Brien blocks the leg kick.
O Brien swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Meyer misses with a body shot.
Meyer stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Meyer lands with a cross.
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!
O Brien chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Meyer can pounce on him.
O Brien misses with a left hand
and Meyer counters with a slapping leg kick.
A leg kick checked by O Brien.
O Brien just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Meyer! But no joy.#T1#
Meyer throws a body punch but O Brien moves out of range.
O Brien checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A slapping leg kick lands for Meyer.
Meyer looks to throw the jab but O Brien is out of range.
O Brien checks a leg kick nicely.
Meyer misses with a looping right.
Meyer throws a leg kick that misses.
O Brien throwing a counter right hand but Meyer manages to avoid it.
Meyer scores with a kick to the body.
O Brien blocks a leg kick.
Meyer throws a body punch but O Brien moves out of range.
Meyer digs a good body shot into O Brien's ribs.
Meyer misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
Meyer misses with a looping right.
O Brien lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T2#
Meyer lands with an uppercut that bounces O Brien off the cage and back into range.
Meyer changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Meyer thuds his right hand into O Brien's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Meyer scores with a jab to the head.
O Brien checks a leg kick.
O Brien was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Meyer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and O Brien has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from O Brien and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Meyer digs a good hook to O Brien's body.
Good work by O Brien as he checks the leg kick.
O Brien misses with a hook. Meyer ducked under it nicely.
Meyer slips under a jab from O Brien.
A little jabbing left from Meyer on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
O Brien throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
O Brien misses with a looping right.
Meyer throws a leg kick but O Brien moved away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Meyer.
Meyer lands with a good body shot.#T3#
O Brien blocks the body kick.
Meyer has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Meyer throws a predictable looking body shot
and O Brien counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
O Brien slips under a jab.
Meyer throws a nice outside leg kick.
O Brien chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ulrik Meyer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Meyer lands.
O Brien keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
O Brien throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Meyer sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Meyer misses with an uppercut.
Meyer misses with a looping left.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
Meyer lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
O Brien tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Meyer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from O Brien.
An inside leg kick from Meyer misses. #T4#
Meyer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Meyer swings widly with a right hand
and O Brien counters with a nice uppercut.
Meyer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Meyer scores with a shot to the body.
Meyer is looking to score with low kicks.
Meyer pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces O Brien back to the cage. Meyer follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Meyer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Meyer scores with a jab to the head.
O Brien avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Good leg kick by Meyer there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Meyer just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Meyer lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Meyer moves away from the strike by O Brien.
O Brien avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ulrik Meyer dominated that round.
That's time! O Brien's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Meyer bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Meyer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by O Brien.
O Brien tries to bum rush Meyer with a series of wild strikes but Meyer uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Meyer lands with a shot to the body.
O Brien avoids the body shot from Meyer.
O Brien takes a jab right on the kisser.
O Brien walks into a straight right hand from Meyer.
A nice combination there by Meyer.
O Brien checks the leg kick nicely there.
Meyer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as O Brien checks a leg kick.
Meyer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by O Brien.
O Brien attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Meyer swings for the body but O Brien moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Meyer keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from O Brien.
Meyer misses the body punch
and O Brien counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
O Brien waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Meyer.
Meyer swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
O Brien uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Meyer.
O Brien tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Meyer was well out of range. Poor timing from O Brien.
Meyer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on O Brien. That did some damage!
O Brien digs a good hook to Meyer's body.
Meyer misses with a wild body shot.
O Brien uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Meyer.
An inside leg kick lands from Meyer.
O Brien throws a lazy right hand but Meyer sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
O Brien throws a poor cross that misses
and Meyer counters with a nice low kick that buckles O Brien's knee momentarily.
Meyer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Meyer misses with a lunging right hand
and O Brien counters with a stiff right hand.
Meyer throws a body punch but O Brien moves out of range.
Meyer delivers a nice body kick.#T2#
Meyer comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
O Brien throws a solid leg kick but Meyer takes the impact on his shin and smiles at O Brien.
Meyer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Meyer takes a swing at O Brien's ribcage but misses.
A jab lands there for Meyer.
Meyer tries a low kick but O Brien avoids it.
Meyer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed O Brien momentarily.
Meyer misses with a low kick.
Meyer throws a quick inside leg kick.
O Brien lands a jab to Meyer's midsection.
O Brien has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from O Brien there as he acknowledges the shot.
A big right from Meyer misses.
O Brien tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Meyer manages to circle out of the way.
O Brien is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Meyer jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Meyer fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches O Brien on the side of the head.#T3#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Meyer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and O Brien has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from O Brien and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Meyer ducks under a wild hook from O Brien.
O Brien is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Meyer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
O Brien wants to slow Meyer down by chopping away at his legs.
O Brien misses with a straight right.
O Brien blocks the body kick.
O Brien looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
O Brien ducks under a wild hook from Meyer.
Meyer on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Meyer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from O Brien.
O Brien misses with a straight right.
Meyer throws a big shot that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Meyer blocks the leg kick. #T4#
A jab lands there for Meyer.
A jab from Meyer misses.
Nice uppercut there from Meyer.
Ulrik Meyer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Meyer scores with the left hand. O Brien knows he should have avoided that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
O Brien throws a looping overhand right but Meyer ducks down to avoid it.
O Brien misses with a hook. Meyer ducked under it nicely.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether O Brien might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Meyer bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
O Brien takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Meyer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but O Brien moves away.
Meyer connects with a nice looking jab.
O Brien uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Meyer.
O Brien throws a head kick but Meyer moves out of range.
Meyer misses with a low kick as O Brien jumps back.
Meyer throws a hook to the side of O Brien's head but O Brien sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little feinted left hand from O Brien on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ulrik Meyer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Meyer fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but O Brien is out of range.
O Brien seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Meyer cracks O Brien with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as O Brien checks a leg kick.
Meyer cracks the inside of O Brien's front leg.
Meyer misses with a looping left.
Meyer throws an uppercut from half a mile away. O Brien sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Meyer takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
O Brien cracks a nice hook into Meyer's ribs.
A swing and a miss from O Brien.
Meyer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meyer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and O Brien is able to avoid easily.
Meyer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from O Brien.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Meyer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and O Brien has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from O Brien and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Meyer scores with a leg kick. #T1#
Meyer blocks a jab.
O Brien looks for the body kick but Meyer saw that one coming.
Meyer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Meyer scores with a hook to the body. O Brien takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
An inside leg kick from Meyer misses.
Meyer wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A telegraphed right hand from Meyer misses the target.
O Brien keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Meyer ducks down and throws a hook to the body but O Brien moves away.
O Brien moves out of range of the strikes.
O Brien misses with a hook.
A decent looking cross lands there for Meyer.
Meyer avoids the head kick by O Brien.
Meyer tries a quick counter leg kick but O Brien is wise to it.
Meyer scoring well with a low kick there.
Billy O Brien has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ulrik Meyer is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
O Brien throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Meyer swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting O Brien counter with a right hand.
O Brien has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Meyer.
O Brien tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Meyer misses.
O Brien takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Meyer works O Brien's body with a nice hook.
O Brien tries to land a front kick but Meyer steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
O Brien bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
O Brien thumps Meyer with a low kick.
O Brien blocks a low kick nicely.
Meyer connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A bone on bone clash there as O Brien blocks the leg kick. #T3#
O Brien connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
O Brien checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
O Brien moves out of range of the strikes.
Meyer just misses with a punch to the body.
Meyer moves out of range of the strikes.
Meyer throws a nice head kick!
A combination from Meyer does no damage.
Meyer throws a sloppy head kick and O Brien moves out of range easily.
O Brien misses with a body shot.
Meyer walks into a jab.
Nice cross by Meyer.
Meyer throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent O Brien stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
O Brien closes the distance and pushes Meyer back into the cage.
O Brien blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
O Brien scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Meyer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
O Brien lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
O Brien breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Meyer - that will leave a mark!
O Brien misses with a lunging right hand
and Meyer counters with a three punch combo that has O Brien backing up. O Brien nods at Meyer to acknowledge the strikes.
O Brien throws an overhand right that lands on Meyer's shoulder, as Meyer tries to avoid the shot.
Meyer's corner calls for a 1-2. Meyer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Meyer dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Meyer tries a head kick but it misses.
O Brien does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Meyer throws a hook but O Brien avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
Meyer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Meyer misses the jab.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ulrik Meyer comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Meyer winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ulrik Meyer!
Post fight, Ulrik Meyer took to the microphone: 'Stunned, thought he would kick my butt again.'.

Event: Ascension - 3
Date: Sep 02, 2016

#R1#
Man lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Man looks to land a body kick but O Brien moved away.
An inside leg kick lands from Man.
Man lands a head kick! #CL2#
Man drives through and clinches with O Brien against the cage.
Man struggles to land a body shot inside as O Brien controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Man creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
O Brien goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Man lands with a left to the head.
O Brien blocks a body shot from Man.
O Brien throws a head punch that misses.
O Brien swings wildly with an uppercut but Man uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Man breaks from the clinch.
Man misses with a low kick.
O Brien on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Man bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps O Brien's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
O Brien moves away from the strike by Man.
Man fails in his attempt to clinch.
Man moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T1#
O Brien motions for Man to come forward. O Brien throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
O Brien on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
No joy there for Man, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Man has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Man has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from O Brien.
Man fakes the leg kick and cracks O Brien in the body.
O Brien wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Man dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on O Brien. That did some damage!
Man tries to clinch up.
Man dips to his left and cracks O Brien with an uppercut!
Man on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Man bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Man is looking to slow O Brien down with leg kicks.
Man fakes high and swings low for a body shot but O Brien manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
Man throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Man throws a series of punches but O Brien moves out of range.
Man tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Man works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
O Brien takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A big right from Man misses.
Man throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
O Brien connects with a single shot there.
Man throws a nice inside leg kick.
Man throws a combination. O Brien tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Man wants to slow O Brien down by chopping away at his legs.
A big left from O Brien misses.
O Brien avoids the body shot from Man.
O Brien was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Method Man seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
O Brien takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Man misses with a body shot
and O Brien counters with a nice leg kick.
Man scores with a jab. O Brien acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Man throws a poor cross that misses
and O Brien counters with a straight right hand.
O Brien lands a lovely overhand right.
Man throws an ugly left hook that misses
and O Brien counters with an inside leg kick. #T3#
O Brien takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Man tests O Brien's chin there with a solid looking shot.
O Brien swats away the attempt to clinch by Man.
O Brien has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from O Brien there as he acknowledges the shot.
Man ducks under a wild hook from O Brien.
O Brien throws a low kick but Man avoids it.
Man looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Man throws a leg kick
enabling O Brien to counter with a crisp jab.
Man throws a body punch but O Brien moves out of range.
Man has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
O Brien misses with a body shot.
O Brien takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
O Brien uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Man.
O Brien pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by O Brien.
Man is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! O Brien had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
That kick from Man tenderised O Brien's leg. O Brien is trying to keep his angry face on.
Man misses with a hook.#T4#
Man misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from O Brien on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Man checks the leg kick.
A punch combination from Man misses.
Man throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man tries a head kick but it misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Man lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and O Brien has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from O Brien and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
O Brien throws a nice looking combination but Man bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
O Brien walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A jab lands there for Man.
Man stalks O Brien and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into O Brien's face. O Brien staggers backwards, shaken.
A slapping leg kick lands for O Brien.
O Brien moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Man tries to clinch but O Brien moves out of range.
Man dips to his left and cracks O Brien with an uppercut!
Man moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
O Brien slips a jab from Man.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Method Man dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
O Brien punishes Man's body with a nice straight punch.
Man misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice body kick there by Man.
O Brien chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Man scores with a jab to the body.
A left lands for Man.
The fight stays on the outside here - Man looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
O Brien checks a leg kick.
Method Man seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Man keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Man tries to clinch but O Brien is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Man is looking to score with low kicks.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
O Brien avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Man misses with a right hand
and O Brien counters with a stiff right hand.
Man scores with a shot to the body.
O Brien throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
A jab from Man misses.
O Brien ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
O Brien takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Man darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
O Brien tries to score with a low kick but Man moves his leg out of the way.
Man scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
O Brien takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Man tries to work over O Brien's front leg with a kick but O Brien checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from O Brien misses the target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Man.
Man tries to score with a low kick but O Brien moves his leg out of the way.
O Brien works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
O Brien comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Man fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Man misses the jab.
O Brien ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Man moves away.
Man tries to counter by closing the distance.
O Brien uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Man.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
O Brien avoids the body shot from Man.
Man fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt O Brien.
Man tries to clinch up.
O Brien is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Man moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Man throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling O Brien to counter with a crisp jab.
Man lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Man misses with a body kick.
Man throws a right hand that misses
and O Brien counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
O Brien slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Man lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Good work by O Brien as he checks the leg kick.
O Brien looks to land a left hand but Man moved out of range nicely.
O Brien cracks Man with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Man looks to land a left hand but O Brien moved out of range nicely.
Good leg kick by Man there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
O Brien walks into a left hand. #T3#
Man jabs O Brien right on the nose. O Brien blinks but takes it well.
O Brien uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Man.
Nice cross by Man.
Man avoids the head kick by O Brien.
O Brien defending well as Man loads up on a big left hand.
Man throws a quick inside leg kick.
Man connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between O Brien's hands.
O Brien looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
O Brien pulls out of a head kick attempt.
O Brien bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Man's head backwards.
Man throws a lazy body kick #CL#
and O Brien counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by O Brien.
O Brien makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Man misses with a hook from the clinch.
Man can't find room to land a body shot as O Brien controls the action.
O Brien lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Man.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Man lands a body shot. #T4#
Man misses with a hook from the clinch.
Man swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from O Brien.
Man is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. O Brien is defending well for now.
Man wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but O Brien has him pressed against the cage.
Man has O Brien pressed against the cage, preventing O Brien from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Man blocking some punches.
Man takes a shot to the head.
A short uppercut from O Brien.
O Brien tries to work over Man's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Man being controlled against the cage.
O Brien tries to land knees in the clinch but Man avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Man breaks the clinch.
O Brien looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Man throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Man misses with an uppercut. O Brien saw that one coming.
Man just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromO Brien.
Man lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Method Man will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
O Brien throws a looping overhand right but Man ducks down to avoid it.
Man throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
O Brien blocks a leg kick.
O Brien avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Man throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man misses with a left hand #KD#
and O Brien counters with a crisp one two that drops Man! O Brien thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Man to his feet! Man is in big trouble!
O Brien keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Man scores with a nice head shot.
Man scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
O Brien connects with a right hand. Man shakes it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Man looks to land a right hand but O Brien moved out of range.
O Brien tried to counter with a leg kick but Man avoided it.
O Brien fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Man tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but O Brien was well out of range. Poor timing from Man.
A quick step to the side and O Brien tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man throws a hook but O Brien avoids it easily.
Jab by O Brien.
Man takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
O Brien throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
O Brien takes a shot right to the bread basket.
O Brien uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Man.
Man motions for O Brien to come forward. Man throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Man jabs O Brien to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Man tries to move into range but O Brien moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Man smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Man walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. O Brien checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
O Brien checks a low kick from Man.
Man misses the jab.
Man tries to land a leg kick but O Brien saw it coming and moves away.
Man scores with a three punch combo!
O Brien scores with a jab to the head.
O Brien lands with a cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Man throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Billy O Brien has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Method Man is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Man throws an overhand right that lands on O Brien's shoulder, as O Brien tries to avoid the shot.
Man misses with a hook
letting O Brien counter with a right hand. #ROC#
Man is rocked!
Man ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Man thumps O Brien with a low kick.
O Brien lands with a slapping head kick.
Man is still on wobbly legs! Can O Brien finish him?
O Brien cracks Man with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Billy O Brien!
An out of breath Billy O Brien thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Method Man was interviewed post fight and said 'Patty cake patty cake hey the Method Man Don't eat Skippy, Jif or Peter Pan Peanut butter, cuz I'm not butter In fact I snap back like a rubber band!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2016

#R1#
McSmokesalot shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Aliev sprawls well. Aliev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McSmokesalot gets slowly back to his feet.
Aliev looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
McSmokesalot misses with a takedown attempt - Aliev sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
McSmokesalot has a takedown stuffed.
As McSmokesalot backs off Aliev throws a huge counter combo but McSmokesalot manages to avoid it all.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Smokey McSmokesalot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aliev tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McSmokesalot paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McSmokesalot stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McSmokesalot wants it to stay on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McSmokesalot comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Aliev tries for a takedown but McSmokesalot sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Aliev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McSmokesalot but McSmokesalot pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
McSmokesalot comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
McSmokesalot dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McSmokesalot cracks Aliev with a right hand to the side of the head.
McSmokesalot throws a nice head kick!
McSmokesalot digs a good body shot into Aliev's ribs.
Donk. McSmokesalot catches Aliev right on the button with a cross.#TD#
McSmokesalot is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Aliev's half guard.
Aliev looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
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!
McSmokesalot passes to full mount!
McSmokesalot takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Aliev really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McSmokesalot. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
McSmokesalot is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Aliev can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
McSmokesalot controlling from mount. #T3#
McSmokesalot's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
McSmokesalot seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Aliev for as long as he can get away with.
McSmokesalot continues to stall.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, McSmokesalot cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #T4#
McSmokesalot looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
McSmokesalot moves to back control. #SUB#
McSmokesalot has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
McSmokesalot keeps control of the position easily here as Aliev tries to buck him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Smokey McSmokesalot dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
McSmokesalot keeps the fight on the outside.
McSmokesalot half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McSmokesalot shoots for a takedown but Aliev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McSmokesalot avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McSmokesalot lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT#
It looks like Ali Aliev has been cut.
McSmokesalot has a takedown stuffed.
Aliev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ali Aliev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aliev fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
McSmokesalot fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Smokey McSmokesalot. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aliev shoots in looking for a takedown but McSmokesalot manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Aliev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ali Aliev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aliev is breathing heavily.#T1#
McSmokesalot fails with the takedown.
McSmokesalot shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Aliev sprawls well. Aliev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McSmokesalot gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
McSmokesalot is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Aliev's half guard.
Aliev wants to get back to full guard but McSmokesalot has mounted him!
We've been hearing good reports from McSmokesalot's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
McSmokesalot sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2##SUB#
McSmokesalot is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Aliev can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
McSmokesalot takes Aliev's back. #SUB#
McSmokesalot is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Aliev with him. Aliev is trying to defend but McSmokesalot has an arm under the chin now! Aliev grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Smokey McSmokesalot!
The defeated Ali Aliev had this to say: 'Thanks all fans for support! Next time I'll be better, thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2016

#R1##TD#
Vinicius closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Smirnov to the mat! Smirnov manages to get full guard.
Smirnov looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Vinicius pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Smirnov is keeping the position for now.
Vinicius passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SU#
Vinicius stands up and we're back to a striking position.
A good leg kick by Vinicius. #TD#
Vinicius decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Vinicius is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Vinicius winds up and cracks Smirnov with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Vinicius perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Vinicius is working for a submission of some sort. #T1##SUB#
Vinicius is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vinicius is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Vinicius trying to pass the guard but Smirnov defending well.
Vinicius is controlling the pace. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Vinicius is looking to advance position but Smirnov won't allow it. #SUB#
Vinicius is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smirnov is just riding it out for now. Vinicius eventually gives up the hold.
Vinicius works his foot free and advances to mount. #T3#
Vinicius cracks Smirnov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Vinicius fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Vinicius moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Smirnov has worked his arm free - good work by Smirnov! #SUB#
Vinicius tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Vinicius thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Smirnov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Vinicius. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4##SUB#
Vinicius tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Vinicius tries to move to mount but Smirnov blocks the move with his legs.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Vinicius goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Smirnov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Vinicius but great work by Smirnov.
Smirnov working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vinny Vinicius dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Smirnov gets a takedown into half guard.
Vinicius keeping control of the position.
Vinicius regains full guard. Nicely done.
Vinicius bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Smirnov's guard. #REVR#
Vinicius looking to pass the guard.
Vinicius working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Smirnov's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinicius is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Smirnov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Vinicius has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Vinicius landing some decent shots from guard.
Vinicius engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vinicius with a nice head shot there.
Vinicius controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Vinicius closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Smirnov is defending against the submission attempts here by Vinicius.
Vinicius is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Vinicius is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smirnov defends it well. #T4##SUB#
Vinicius is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smirnov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Vinicius. #SU#
Vinicius postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Smirnov to stand up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Smirnov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vinicius to the ground. Smirnov is now in Vinicius's guard.
Vinicius is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vinny Vinicius dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Vinicius throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Vinicius scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD2#
Smirnov dives in and scores a takedown into Vinicius's guard.
Vinicius is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Vinicius is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smirnov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Vinicius throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Vinicius is working for a submission of some sort.
Vinicius controlling the action here.
Smirnov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB#
Vinicius 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. Smirnov tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Vinicius!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Vinny Vinicius!
A relieved looking Vinny Vinicius thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2016

#R1#
Goyle lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Kuznetsov has been cut.#KD2#
Goyle drops Kuznetsov with a nice combination! Goyle dives into Kuznetsov's guard, looking to finish!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kuznetsov is breathing heavily.#SU2#
Goyle gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kuznetsov misses with a few strikes there.
Kuznetsov is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Goyle just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Kuznetsov has gone limp and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Gar Goyle!
Gar Goyle took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
Ivan Kuznetsov spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Pablos looking to score a takedown here. Aliev is defending well but Pablos drives through and ends up in Aliev's guard.
Aliev looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Pablos controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pablos passes Aliev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Aliev knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Pablos on the ground.#SUB2#
Pablos has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Aliev defend it? Pablos steps over the head and cranks it - Aliev is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Pablos!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pablo Pablos!
A victorious Pablo Pablos thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Ali Aliev had this to say: 'Thanks all fans for support! Next time I'll be better, thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 16, 2016

#R1##TD2#
DragonHeart changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Smirnov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Smirnov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
You can see the frustration on Smirnov's face as DragonHeart controls the position.
DragonHeart wants to stand but Smirnov has his arm trapped.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Smirnov holds on to DragonHeart's head and controls the position momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DragonHeart controls the position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T1##SU2#
DragonHeart decides to stand back up. #TD2#
DragonHeart gets the takedown into side control.
DragonHeart controls the position.#T2#
Smirnov parries the strikes from DragonHeart easily there. DragonHeart is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Smirnov to escape.
The referee asks DragonHeart politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. DragonHeart prefers to stall for the moment though.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
DragonHeart feints and as Smirnov raises his hands in defense, DragonHeart changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
DragonHeart trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DragonHeart's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T3#
It looks like DragonHeart might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DragonHeart is continuing to stall.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
DragonHeart wants to stand but Smirnov is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#TD2#
DragonHeart looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
DragonHeart slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Let's hope that DragonHeart has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DragonHeart stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smirnov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur DragonHeart dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
DragonHeart gets a takedown into half guard.
DragonHeart passes to full mount!
DragonHeart controlling the position easily from mount.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The adventures of DragonHeart the control monster continue. Boring.
Arthur DragonHeart has got the better of the ground game so far.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from DragonHeart.#T3#
Yet more stalling tactics from DragonHeart.
DragonHeart's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
More stalling from DragonHeart.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
DragonHeart scoring with strikes but Smirnov is staying in there.
DragonHeart is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
DragonHeart sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
DragonHeart with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur DragonHeart showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##TD2#
DragonHeart throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Smirnov tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. DragonHeart is in Smirnov's guard.
DragonHeart controlling from the top position.
Smirnov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DragonHeart pushes down on Smirnov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
DragonHeart slows the pace down in half guard.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD2#
Smirnov gets caught napping as DragonHeart dives in and scores a takedown. Smirnov manages to retain guard.
DragonHeart engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Smirnov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
DragonHeart has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
DragonHeart gets a double leg takedown into Smirnov's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DragonHeart is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Petr Smirnov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Arthur DragonHeart is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.

And that's the end of the fight!
Arthur DragonHeart comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DragonHeart 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 24:30
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 24:30
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arthur DragonHeart!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 14, 2016

#R1#
Kuznetsov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kuznetsov has been cut.
Nice shot lands for Watson.
Watson lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Watson cracks the inside of Kuznetsov's front leg.
Watson dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kuznetsov. That did some damage!#KD#
Watson cracks Kuznetsov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kuznetsov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Watson finish him? #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetsov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Watson counters with a right hand from hell and Kuznetsov is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rampage Watson!
Rampage Watson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Ivan Kuznetsov was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 10, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Pablos bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Aliev looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
A lull in the action here.
Aliev is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Pablos has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Aliev definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Aliev is looking for a sweep.
Pablos taking a breather here. #SUB2#
Pablos tries for a kimura but Aliev is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pablos moves into full mount! #T1#
Pablos controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Pablos working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #SUB2#
Pablos quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Pablos but it's paid off an Aliev is forced to tap! Nice work by Pablos.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pablo Pablos!
During a confident post fight interview, Pablo Pablos thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Ali Aliev was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks all fans for support! Next time I'll be better, thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 10, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Smirnov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Smirnov looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!#SUB#
Curry looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Smirnov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Curry. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Curry is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Smirnov is tapping! Great win for Curry!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Henry Curry!
Our winner, Henry Curry, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 02, 2016

#R1##TD#
DragonHeart fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Smirnov sprawls well initially but DragonHeart persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Smirnov looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Smirnov wants to control but DragonHeart is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DragonHeart is taking a breather. Smirnov says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DragonHeart throwing shots but Smirnov is blocking nicely. #T1#
DragonHeart moves into full mount! Smirnov won't be happy about that!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DragonHeart sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
DragonHeart with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
DragonHeart tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
DragonHeart really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T3#
Smirnov tries to hold on but DragonHeart postures up.
DragonHeart controlling from mount.
Smirnov avoids a series of strikes thrown by DragonHeart. #T4#
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.
DragonHeart sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
DragonHeart has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur DragonHeart dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
DragonHeart drives through with a takedown into Smirnov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
DragonHeart is stalling in the full guard.
DragonHeart's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smirnov keeping moving, preventing DragonHeart from controlling successfully.
Smirnov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Smirnov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DragonHeart trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DragonHeart looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
DragonHeart moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Petr Smirnov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
DragonHeart closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - DragonHeart lands in his opponent's guard.
DragonHeart controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
DragonHeart will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T2#
DragonHeart looking to pass the guard.
Arthur DragonHeart overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
DragonHeart is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3#
DragonHeart trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DragonHeart sitting in guard here, content to control.
DragonHeart stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smirnov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
DragonHeart is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
DragonHeart closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #T4#
DragonHeart seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
DragonHeart missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
DragonHeart content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Arthur DragonHeart dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
DragonHeart closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Smirnov to the mat! Smirnov manages to get full guard.
DragonHeart is looking to stand up but Smirnov won't let him.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
DragonHeart content to stall in guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
DragonHeart trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DragonHeart trying to control the position from guard on top but Smirnov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smirnov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SU#
DragonHeart decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Smirnov, up you get! #TD#
DragonHeart fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Smirnov sprawls well initially but DragonHeart persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
DragonHeart controlling the pace.
DragonHeart is pressing down on Smirnov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Smirnov is holding on for now. #T2#
DragonHeart works his way into full mount!
DragonHeart takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Further stalling from DragonHeart.#T3#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because DragonHeart is stinking the place up with his stalling.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:24
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:24
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arthur DragonHeart!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 01, 2016

#R1#
Kuznetsov dodges the punch combination from Hardy.
Hardy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kuznetsov has been cut.
Hardy looks to land a combination but Kuznetsov avoids it well.
Kuznetsov shoots in looking for a takedown but Hardy manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kuznetsov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hardy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hardy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Russian Top Team Elite Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Kuznetsov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardy.
Hardy throws a nice looking combination but Kuznetsov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Kuznetsov wants to counter with a clinch but Hardy pushes him away.
Kuznetsov misses with a wild combination. #TD#
Hardy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Hardy showed some decent athleticism there.
Kuznetsov trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no! #T1#
Hardy controlling the pace for now.
Hardy prevents Kuznetsov from getting the reversal.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Hardy controlling the position easily from mount.
Kuznetsov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kuznetsov looks winded!
Hardy controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardy seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kuznetsov for as long as he can get away with.#T3#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kuznetsov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hardy's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kuznetsov is trying to stand.
Hardy controlling his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hardy continues to stall.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dan Hardy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kuznetsov's cut.
That's time! Hardy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Hardy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Hardy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Kuznetsov's guard.
Hardy not doing much here.
Kuznetsov is trying to maintain the position but Hardy is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Kuznetsov is breathing heavily.#T1##SU#
Hardy stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
The fighters circle momentarily. Hardy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#TD#
Hardy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Kuznetsov is trying to escape back to his feet but Hardy uses the scramble to pass into side control. #T2#
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.
Hardy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kuznetsov can do to turn this around?
Further stalling from Hardy.#T3#
Hardy works to advance to full mount. Kuznetsov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Hardy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dan Hardy dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Kuznetsov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Kuznetsov throws a front kick aimed at Hardy's knee but Hardy avoids it well.
No joy there for Hardy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hardy lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hardy misses with the combination.
Hardy lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Hardy.#TD#
Hardy throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Kuznetsov was covering up waiting for the punch and Hardy finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Hardy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hardy stands and throws Kuznetsov's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kuznetsov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Hardy taking a breather here.
Dan Hardy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hardy thows a body kick. Kuznetsov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Hardy misses with a two punch combination.
Hardy lands a high kick! #T3##TD#
Hardy 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.
Kuznetsov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Hardy dives into side control. #REVB#
A lull in the action here as Hardy stalls from top position.#T4#
Hardy has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Hardy is stinking the place up with his stalling.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dan Hardy!
During a confident post fight interview, Dan Hardy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Ivan Kuznetsov was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 01, 2016

#R1#
Aliev is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nevsky sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nevsky is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Aliev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Nevsky counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Aliev looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A jab from Nevsky finds it's way through Aliev's defenses.
Nevsky lands a lovely overhand right.
Nevsky misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Aliev throws a counter combo.
Nevsky slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Aliev swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Nevsky cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Aliev shoots in and bounces Nevsky off the cage to secure the 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!
Nevsky bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Aliev's guard. #REVR#
Nevsky prevents Aliev from getting back to his feet.
Nevsky stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aliev swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Nevsky engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aliev looking to control but Nevsky passes into half guard.
Aliev is trying to maintain the position but Nevsky is very close to passing his half guard.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nevsky is taking a breather. Aliev says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Nevsky's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Nevsky trying to mount his opponent but Aliev defends it. #T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nevsky in particular looking to stall.
Nevsky wants to stand up but Aliev has a hold of him and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ali Aliev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aliev changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nevsky tries to avoid it but Aliev manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nevsky to the ground. Nevsky escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Aliev fails to land the takedown.
Alexander Nevsky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ali Aliev.#CL#
Nevsky clinches up against the cage.
Knees to the body from Nevsky.
A right hook to the body lands for Nevsky.
Aliev looks winded!
A short right from Nevsky. #T4#
Nice body punch from Nevsky.
Nevsky has Aliev pushed against the cage.
Nevsky lands a shot to the body.
Nevsky lands a nice shot to the body.
Nevsky scores with a knee to the head.
A short uppercut from Nevsky.
Nevsky connects with a nasty looking knee right to Aliev's face. #CUT#
It looks like Ali Aliev has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nevsky slowing the pace effectively.
Nevsky lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nevsky scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nevsky taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Aliev takes a knee to the side of the body.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Nevsky landing knees to the body.
Nevsky lands a left hand.
Nevsky has Aliev pushed against the cage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Nevsky.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Nevsky dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ali Aliev's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Nevsky gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Nevsky.
Nevsky lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nevsky dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A short right from Nevsky on the inside. #ROC#
Aliev is rocked!
Aliev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Nevsky pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Aliev is still on wobbly legs! Can Nevsky finish him?
Nevsky is stalling here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nevsky creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Nevsky creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Aliev with a big uppercut! Aliev tries to clinch up but Nevsky pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Aliev to the mat! Aliev covers up and Nevsky unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Alexander Nevsky!
Ali Aliev was interviewed post fight and said 'Thanks all fans for support! Next time I'll be better, thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 24, 2016

#R1#
Kuznetsov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kaliprapon fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kaliprapon throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kaliprapon throws a body punch but Kuznetsov moves out of range.
Kuznetsov scores with a three punch combo!
Kuznetsov throws a low kick, looking for Kaliprapon's leg but Kaliprapon calmly moves out of range. #CL#
Kaliprapon moves into range and clinches up with Kuznetsov.
Kuznetsov wants a takedown but no success here.
Kaliprapon has Kuznetsov pressed against the cage, preventing Kuznetsov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kaliprapon lands a body shot.
Kuznetsov looks winded!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov tries to break the clinch but Kaliprapon is controlling the position.
Kaliprapon lands an uppercut.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Kuznetsov has been cut.
Kuznetsov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A shot in the inside from Kaliprapon.
A hook to the body from Kaliprapon.
Kuznetsov told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kaliprapon lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Kaliprapon pushes Kuznetsov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kaliprapon works on Kuznetsov's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice left hand lands by Kaliprapon.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kaliprapon.
Kaliprapon works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short left from Kaliprapon.
Kaliprapon lands a shot to the body.
Kaliprapon lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kaliprapon lands a hook that snaps the head of Kuznetsov backwards. #CUT#
That has opened up Ivan Kuznetsov's cut even more.
Kaliprapon lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#
Kuznetsov is rocked!
A short right from Kaliprapon on the inside.
Kuznetsov is still on wobbly legs! Can Kaliprapon finish him?
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kaliprapon lands a big right hand that drops Kuznetsov! The killer instinct kicks in and Kaliprapon finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Kaliprapon!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sagat Kaliprapon!
The defeated Ivan Kuznetsov had this to say: 'Thanks God!'.

Event: HFC 39:Ranieri vs Martin
Date: May 21, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Aliev forces Diaz back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Diaz has picked Aliev up - he's going for a ride! Diaz dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Diaz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Aliev is refusing to be controlled, as Diaz sits in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Aliev is controlling Diaz's position as best he can from this difficult position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Aliev gets full guard.#T1#
Aliev throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Diaz gets a double leg takedown into Aliev's guard.
Aliev is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Aliev is looking to stand up but Diaz isn't so interested in that idea.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Aliev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Diaz controlling from the top position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Aliev is trying to control the position but Diaz postures up. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Diaz moves in looking to clinch but Aliev pushes him off.#T3#
Aliev swings widly with a right hand #TD#
so Diaz counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Diaz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Diaz being controlled here momentarily.
Diaz controlling from the top position. #T4#
Aliev seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Aliev looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Diaz passes into side control.
Aliev is letting Diaz control him for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nate Diaz dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Diaz throws a jab when Aliev was well out of range.#CL2#
Aliev clinches up with Diaz and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Aliev decides to pull guard.
Diaz really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Aliev wants to get back to his feet but Diaz is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Aliev keeping moving, preventing Diaz from controlling successfully.
Diaz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz trying to control but Aliev is working from the bottom. #T1#
Diaz tries to free his leg and advance position but Aliev is retaining full guard.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Aliev keeps moving.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Aliev is pulling down on Diaz's head. It's preventing any offense from Diaz, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD2#
Aliev manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Diaz on his heels. He'll look to pass Diaz's guard now, I'm sure.
Aliev works over Diaz with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Diaz managing to control the position.
Aliev controls from within his opponent's guard.
Diaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aliev looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Aliev in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aliev trying to stand up but can't free himself from Diaz's guard.
Diaz keeping moving, preventing Aliev from controlling successfully.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Diaz looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Diaz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Aliev's half guard.
Aliev tries to get to full guard but Diaz has control of the leg.
Diaz is looking to take a break and control but Aliev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diaz is really struggling to control Aliev but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T4#
Aliev is looking to control Diaz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Aliev avoid being mounted?
Aliev punching from the bottom. #SUB#
Diaz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Aliev sees it coming and defends easily.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Diaz throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Aliev was covering up waiting for the punch and Diaz finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Aliev has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Diaz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ali Aliev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Diaz shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Aliev's guard.
Diaz wants to stand but Aliev is controlling his posture from full guard.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Aliev keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Aliev is wriggling around but Diaz manages to pass to half guard.
Diaz content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Diaz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Diaz is thwarting Aliev's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#CL2#
Aliev forces Diaz back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Diaz decides to pull guard.
Nate Diaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Aliev content to stall in guard here.
Aliev looking to pass the guard. #T3##SUB#
Diaz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Aliev trying to control the position from guard on top but Diaz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aliev distracts Diaz with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Diaz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Diaz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Aliev controlling from the top position.
Aliev postures up and lands a big shot to Diaz's brow.
Aliev works over Diaz with some ground and pound from guard.
Aliev wants to stand but Diaz is controlling his posture from full guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Aliev's corner. There ya go! There ya go!

And that's the end of the fight!
Nate Diaz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Diaz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nate Diaz!
Ali Aliev spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks all fans for support! Next time I'll be better, thanks God!'.

Event: HFC 36:Tarasov vs Nonu
Date: May 07, 2016

#R1#
Kuznetsov moves in looking to clinch but Banga pushes him off.#CL#
Banga instigates a clinch.
Banga prevents Kuznetsov from breaking the clinch.#TD2#
Kuznetsov drags the fight down to the ground.
Banga is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kuznetsov wants to sweep here but Banga controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Banga forces his way into half guard.
Banga performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Banga stops Kuznetsov from getting back to his feet. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kuznetsov is trying to control but Banga manages to pass to mount!
Banga thowing shots but they're missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kuznetsov tries to lock up and control but Banga gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Banga takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3##SUB#
Banga throws some shoulder strikes here and then postures up. Oh, he's gone for an armbar! Kuznetsov has his hands clasped together but Banga breaks the hold and Kuznetsov is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over! That was lightning fast by Banga!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Benga Banga!
In his post fight interview, Benga Banga started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Ivan Kuznetsov spoke after the fight, saying 'Thanks God!'.

Event: HFC 34:Nemkov vs Spong
Date: Apr 29, 2016

#R1#
Aliev throws a front kick aimed at Uneksija's knee but Uneksija avoids it well.
As Aliev backs away, Uneksija returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Uneksija cracks Aliev with a right hand to the side of the head.
Uneksija lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A leg kick checked by Aliev.
Aliev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice cross by Uneksija.
Aliev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Uneksija wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Uneksija lands a glancing blow to the side of Aliev's head.
Uneksija displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Aliev gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Aliev.
We've been told by Uneksija's head coaches at Barbell Brigade that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Uneksija scores with a shot to the body.
Uneksija scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Uneksija lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Uneksija throws a good cross that connects.
Aliev takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Uneksija ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Aliev takes one to the side of the head.
Aliev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Uneksija defends well and Aliev ends up having to push Uneksija into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Aliev tries to clinch up but Uneksija circles away and keeps his distance.
Uneksija is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Uneksija scores with a three punch combo!
Uneksija defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Aliev.
Paljas Uneksija has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ali Aliev.
Uneksija lands a glancing blow to the side of Aliev's head.
Uneksija lands a right hook to the body.
Aliev on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Uneksija lands a lovely overhand right.
Uneksija shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Aliev eats them both and turns towards Uneksija to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#ROC#
Aliev is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aliev looks up at the clock. Bad move! Uneksija lands a right hand from hell, dropping Aliev. Uneksija pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paljas Uneksija!
Paljas Uneksija seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Ali Aliev stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks all fans for support! Next time I'll be better, thanks God!'.

Event: Hype Wars 2
Date: Apr 20, 2016

#R1#
Heras wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Smirnov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Heras lets loose with a powerful body kick. Smirnov will feel that in the morning.
Smirnov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Despite the aggression on Heras's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL2#
Heras has closed the distance and engaged Smirnov in a clinch.
Heras scores with a knee to the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Petr Smirnov has been cut.
Heras landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Heras working Smirnov over with knees to the body.#BC2#
Heras manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Heras closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Heras lands an elbow just above Smirnov 's eye.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Heras obliges.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Heras lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Heras lands a body shot.
Smirnov prevents a body shot from Heras.
A short uppercut from Heras.
Heras scores with a shoulder strike. #ROC2#
Smirnov is rocked!#BC2#
Heras breaks from the clinch.
Oh Smirnov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Heras tests Smirnov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Heras has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Smirnov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Heras scores with a kick to the midsection.#T1#
Crack! A monster head kick from Heras and Smirnov falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Heras!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Joshua Heras!
After the fight, Joshua Heras was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: HFC 32:Robinson vs Pulkkinen
Date: Apr 17, 2016

#R1#
Kuznetsov throws a wild body kick that Banga sees coming a mile off.
A jab from Banga finds it's way through Kuznetsov's defenses.
Banga looks for a takedown but Kuznetsov sprawls well.
Nice shot lands for Banga.
Banga tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetsov was well out of range. Poor timing from Banga.
Banga cracks a nice hook into Kuznetsov's ribs.
Kuznetsov takes a swing at Banga's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Kuznetsov drives through with a takedown into Banga's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Kuznetsov has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Banga to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Kuznetsov is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Banga pulls down on the head and he's put Kuznetsov to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Benga Banga!
In defeat, Ivan Kuznetsov stepped up to the mic, saying 'Thanks God!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 14, 2016

#R1#
Smirnov dives in and grabs Santos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Santos pushes down on Smirnov's head and hops out.
Santos has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Smirnov checks a low kick from Santos.
Santos looks to land a right hand but Smirnov moved out of range.
Smirnov feinted with a counter takedown.
Santos misses with a wild body shot.
Smirnov feinted with a counter takedown.
Santos misses with a looping right.
The fighters circling - Santos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Santos swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smirnov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Smirnov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Santos circles away.
Smirnov is breathing heavily.
Smirnov moves out of range of the leg kick from Santos.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A telegraphed right hand from Santos misses the target.
Smirnov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Santos avoids it really well and circles away.
Santos tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petr Smirnov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smirnov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Santos, right into the meat.
Santos attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Santos feints and then cracks Smirnov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Smirnov down.
Santos throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Santos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Santos is looking to score with low kicks.#T1#
Santos loads up on a big right hand but Smirnov slips the punch.
Smirnov fails to land the takedown.
Santos throws out a loose jab but Smirnov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Santos wants to land a leg kick but Smirnov is out of range.
Smirnov feinted with a counter takedown.
Smirnov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Santos tries to avoid it but Smirnov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Santos to the ground. Santos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Santos misses with a wild body shot.
Smirnov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smirnov tries to counter with a takedown but Santos is quick to defend against it.
Santos throws a low kick, looking for Smirnov's leg but Smirnov calmly moves out of range.
Christian Santos is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Smirnov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Santos to score with a decent uppercut.
Santos is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Santos misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters circling - Santos throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Santos misses with a looping right.
Santos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smirnov attempts a counter takedown but Santos avoids it well and moves away.
Santos throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Santos throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Smirnov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Santos.
Santos throws a body shot but no joy.
Smirnov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T2#
Santos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smirnov tries to counter with a takedown but Santos is quick to defend against it.
Santos tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Santos connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Smirnov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Santos.
Santos misses with a looping left.
Santos throws a body punch but Smirnov moves out of range.
Smirnov feinted with a counter takedown.
Santos misses with a low kick.
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!
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Smirnov slips a jab from Santos.
Smirnov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Santos sprawls well. Santos wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smirnov gets slowly back to his feet.
Santos throws a body punch but Smirnov moves out of range.
Santos throws a jab when Smirnov was well out of range.
Santos tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Smirnov is able to avoid easily.
Santos throws a body punch but Smirnov moves out of range.
Smirnov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Santos throws a solid leg kick but Smirnov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Santos.#T3#
Santos misses with a low kick as Smirnov jumps back.
Smirnov blocks a low kick nicely.
Smirnov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Smirnov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Santos pinned against the cage. Santos gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Santos tries to counter with a clinch but Smirnov shakes him off and moves away.
Santos throws a hook but Smirnov avoids it easily.
Smirnov moves away from the strike by Santos.
Santos swinging wildly here.
Smirnov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Santos sprawls and moves away.
Santos throws a right and a left that both miss.
Santos throws a low kick but it's checked well by Smirnov.
Petr Smirnov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Santos throws a nice looking combination but Smirnov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nice takedown defense from Santos. No joy for Smirnov on that attempt.
Smirnov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smirnov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Santos misses the jab.
Santos loads up on a big right hand but Smirnov slips the punch.#T4#
A nice leg kick lands there from Santos.
Santos throws a low kick but Smirnov moves out of range easily.
Santos throws a hook to the side of Smirnov's head but Smirnov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Santos keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Santos misses with an uppercut. Smirnov saw that one coming.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Smirnov.
Santos drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smirnov defends it well.
Santos looks to land a left hand but Smirnov moved out of range nicely.
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!
Santos throws a front kick aimed at Smirnov's knee but Smirnov avoids it well.
Santos throws a jab when Smirnov was well out of range.
Smirnov shoots in looking for a takedown but Santos manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smirnov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Santos misses with a low kick.
Santos moves into range and connects with a jab.
Smirnov dives in and grabs Santos's left leg, looking for a takedown. Santos pushes down on Smirnov's head and hops out.
Santos connects with a leg kick. Smirnov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Santos is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Smirnov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Santos.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Christian Santos dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Smirnov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Smirnov misses with a takedown attempt - Santos sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Santos throws a lazy right hand but Smirnov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Good work by Smirnov as he checks the leg kick.
Smirnov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Santos. Santos obviously looking to wear him down.
A slow jab from Santos misses its intended target.
Santos throws out a leg kick but Smirnov moves out of range and Santos only half commits.
Santos is looking to score with low kicks.
Santos throws a solid leg kick but Smirnov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Santos.
Santos throws a right and a left that both miss.
Smirnov tries to counter with a takedown but Santos is quick to defend against it.
Smirnov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Santos defends it nicely.
Christian Santos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Santos.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Santos connects with the punch.#T1#
Santos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Santos is looking to score with low kicks.
Santos misses with a wild body shot.
Santos misses the jab.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Santos tries to work over Smirnov's front leg with a kick but Smirnov checks it.
Santos throws a chopping leg kick but Smirnov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Smirnov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petr Smirnov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Santos throws a lazy right hand but Smirnov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Santos will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Santos fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Smirnov checks it well.
Santos will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Santos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov checks it.
Smirnov feinted with a counter takedown.
Smirnov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Santos.
An inside leg kick from Santos misses.
Santos throws a low kick, looking for Smirnov's leg but Smirnov calmly moves out of range.
Smirnov fails with a takedown attempt.
Smirnov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T2#
Santos just misses with a punch to the body.
Smirnov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Santos can pounce on him.
Santos tries to work over Smirnov's front leg with a kick but Smirnov checks it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smirnov.
Santos ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smirnov moves away.
Smirnov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Santos misses with a hook. Smirnov ducked under it nicely.
Smirnov checks a low kick from Santos.
Santos uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Smirnov checks a leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Smirnov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Smirnov is defended easily by Santos.
Smirnov avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3#
Santos throws a solid leg kick but Smirnov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Santos.
Smirnov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Santos but Santos pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Smirnov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Smirnov. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov checks it.
Smirnov fails with the takedown.
Smirnov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Santos.
Smirnov shoots in for a takedown but Santos shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Santos feints the counter takedown.
That kick from Santos tenderised Smirnov's leg. Smirnov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Santos connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Santos throws a solid leg kick but Smirnov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Santos.
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov moved away.
Smirnov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Santos's waist but Santos gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Smirnov off to one side.
Santos misses with a straight left.
Smirnov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A looping hook to the body misses from Santos. Smirnov does a little dance to reset his feet.#T4#
Santos tried to score with a low kick but Smirnov checks it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smirnov.
Santos throws a body shot but no joy.
Smirnov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Santos is fending him off so far but Smirnov persists. Nope, Santos circles away and we're back to standing.
Santos thumps Smirnov with a low kick.
Smirnov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Santos.
A telegraphed right hand from Santos misses the target.
Smirnov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Santos.
Petr Smirnov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smirnov shoots for a takedown but Santos saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick from Santos misses.
A leg kick checked by Smirnov.
Santos misses with a straight left.
Smirnov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Santos misses with a low kick.
Smirnov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Santos sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd cheers as Santos lands an impressive looking overhand right. Smirnov doesn't seem phased though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Christian Santos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Santos throws a looping overhand right but Smirnov ducks down to avoid it.
Santos stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Santos wants it to stay on the feet.
Santos throws a low kick, looking for Smirnov's leg but Smirnov calmly moves out of range.
Santos throws a looping overhand right but Smirnov ducks down to avoid it.
Santos cracks the inside of Smirnov's front leg.
Smirnov blocks a jab.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Smirnov might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Santos cracks the inside of Smirnov's front leg.
Santos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smirnov looks for a takedown but Santos sprawls well.
Santos swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice takedown defense from Santos. No joy for Smirnov on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Petr Smirnov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Santos throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A leg kick checked by Smirnov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santos throws a body punch but Smirnov moves out of range.
Santos throws a hook but Smirnov avoids it easily.
Smirnov shoots for a takedown but Santos saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Santos is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Santos throws a jab when Smirnov was well out of range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
An inside leg kick from Santos misses.
Smirnov feinted with a counter takedown.
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Smirnov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Smirnov or perhaps it was just good defense by Santos, which made it look bad.
Santos connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Santos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Santos throws a low kick, looking for Smirnov's leg but Smirnov calmly moves out of range.
Smirnov shoots in looking for a takedown. Santos tries to sprawl out of it but Smirnov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Santos manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Nice defenses there by Smirnov.
Santos fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Smirnov checks it well.
Smirnov moves out of range of the strikes.
Smirnov shoots in looking for a takedown but Santos manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Smirnov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Santos thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smirnov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Santos sprawls and moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smirnov.#T2#
Santos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smirnov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smirnov has a takedown stuffed.
Santos fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Smirnov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Santos throws a leg kick but Smirnov moved away.
Santos looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Smirnov darts in looking for a takedown but Santos gets double underhooks and turns Smirnov into the cage.
Santos misses with a straight right.
Smirnov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Good work by Smirnov as he checks the leg kick.
Santos swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smirnov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Santos leaves Smirnov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Santos misses with a hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
No luck for Smirnov with that takedown attempt.
Christian Santos is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Smirnov staying out of range there.
Santos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smirnov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Santos sprawls well. Santos wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smirnov gets slowly back to his feet.
Santos scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Smirnov doesn't seem bothered though.
Santos throws a leg kick which misses Smirnov's front leg but catches the back leg as Smirnov tries to avoid it.
Santos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smirnov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Santos throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smirnov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Santos is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smirnov.
Smirnov fails to land the takedown.
Smirnov sets himself, and Santos steps forward looking for the clinch! Smirnov avoids it this time.
Santos throws a hook to the side of Smirnov's head but Smirnov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Santos throws a hook but Smirnov blocks it.
Smirnov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T4#
Santos throws a looping overhand right but Smirnov ducks down to avoid it.
Santos looks to land a left hand but Smirnov moved out of range nicely.
Smirnov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Smirnov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smirnov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Santos sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Smirnov somewhat.
Santos drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smirnov defends it well.
Santos jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smirnov attempts a counter takedown but Santos avoids it well and moves away.
Santos throws a hook but Smirnov avoids it easily.
Smirnov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Smirnov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Santos sprawls well. Santos wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Smirnov gets slowly back to his feet.
Santos fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Smirnov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Petr Smirnov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Smirnov slips under a jab from Santos.
Santos attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Christian Santos comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Santos 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 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight 24:30
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 24:30
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Christian Santos!
Post fight, an emotional Christian Santos said 'Thank my mentor Rabid Alien'.

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