Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: Bear Brawl 3
Date: Aug 26, 2017

#R1#
Bam tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Maximov swivels and escapes.
Bam displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maximov throws out the jab.
Bam takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bam gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bam looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bam showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maximov. #KD2#
Maximov lands a big shot that drops Bam! Can he finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bam looking to hit a scissor sweep but Maximov is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Bam is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Maximov has his hands clasped together but Bam extends and breaks Maximov's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Bam.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bam Bam!
After winning the bout, Bam Bam thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: PFN - 7 - Aftermath
Date: Aug 23, 2017

#R1#
Bianconi walks into a stiff left hand from Sotin.
Sotin looks to land a combination but Bianconi avoids it well.
Bianconi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sotin's head.
Sotin is looking to clinch but Bianconi is avoiding it.
Bianconi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sotin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sotin misses with the combination.
Sotin looks to throw the jab but Bianconi is out of range. #TD#
Bianconi fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Sotin to the ground. Bianconi is now in Sotin's guard.
Bianconi tries to free his leg and advance position but Sotin is retaining full guard.
Sotin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bianconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Bianconi lands a couple of elbows.
Sotin can't keep his opponent in guard - Bianconi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sotin on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Sotin is looking for a sweep. Bianconi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bianconi has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Bianconi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sotin trying to control but Bianconi postures up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Bianconi connects with a nice short shot to Sotin's temple.
Bianconi looks to land a strike but Sotin avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T2#
Bianconi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bianconi throwing strikes from guard but Sotin blocks nicely.
Sotin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sotin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bianconi lands a couple of digs.
Bianconi throws a strike but Sotin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Sotin stopping the sweep attempt from Bianconi.#T3#
Sotin looking to sit in guard and control but Bianconi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Sotin wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bianconi is now in half guard.
Bianconi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sotin is trying to get back to full guard.
Sotin has his hands clasped together around Bianconi's back. He's all about the action.
Bianconi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Sotin tries to get to full guard but Bianconi has control of the leg.
Bianconi is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Bianconi has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Sotin in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Bianconi landing strikes, looking to finish!
Bianconi punching from mount but Sotin doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Bianconi misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Sotin is working to get back to half guard.
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!
Bianconi postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Sotin looks a forlorn figure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fabio Bianconi dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Sotin is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bianconi lands a right hook to the body.
Sotin tries a head kick but it misses.
Sotin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bianconi.
Bianconi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bianconi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jab by Sotin.
Sotin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bianconi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bianconi is looking for a counter combo.
Bianconi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Evgeny Sotin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bianconi slips under a jab.
Sotin finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sotin fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bianconi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Sotin throws a chopping leg kick but Bianconi manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Sotin wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
Bianconi swats away the attempt to clinch by Sotin.
Bianconi thuds a left hand into Sotin's body.
Bianconi thuds his shin into the meat of Sotin's side.
Sotin throws a body kick that misses.
Nice cross by Bianconi.
Bianconi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sotin can do to turn this around?#CL#
Bianconi has taken the fight to the clinch.
Sotin tries to break free but Bianconi pushes him back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Bianconi.
Sotin with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC2#
Sotin breaks from the clinch.
Sotin swings widly with a right hand
and Bianconi counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#
Sotin is rocked!
Fabio Bianconi is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sotin is still on wobbly legs! Can Bianconi finish him?
Bianconi lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
Bianconi lands a good knee to the midsection. Sotin won't want to take too many of those.
Sotin is breathing heavily.#T2#
Knees in the clinch landing for Bianconi.
Bianconi is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Bianconi presses Sotin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bianconi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bianconi pushes Sotin against the cage. Bianconi is working some dirty boxing. Bianconi pushes off with a quick right hook! Sotin goes down! Sotin tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Bianconi moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fabio Bianconi!

Event: Gladiators 42 McCain v Grieg
Date: Aug 11, 2017

#R1#
Ismagilov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice uppercut lands for Firpo. That snapped Ismagilov's head back.
Firpo loads up on a big right hand but Ismagilov slips the punch.
Ismagilov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ismagilov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ismagilov takes a swing at Firpo's ribcage but misses.
Firpo scores with a punch to the head.
Firpo looks to land a left hand but Ismagilov moved out of range nicely.
Firpo looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ismagilov misses with a takedown attempt
and Ismagilov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Firpo jabs Ismagilov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ismagilov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Firpo drops his hands momentarily and Ismagilov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've been told by Firpo's head coaches at The Coffee Shop that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ismagilov swinging wildly here.
Firpo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ismagilov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Firpo.
Alvin Firpo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Ismagilov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Firpo counters with a low kick, right behind Ismagilov 's knee.
Ismagilov misses with a body punch
and Firpo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Firpo moves out of range as Ismagilov strikes.
Ismagilov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Firpo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ismagilov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ismagilov throws a body shot but no joy.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Firpo. Ismagilov shrugs it off though.
Ismagilov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A left and a right from Firpo both land. Nice combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Firpo and sends Ismagilov crashing to the mat! Firpo follows him down to the mat - Ismagilov regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC#
Ismagilov is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Irek Ismagilov has been cut.
Firpo is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ismagilov!
Ismagilov is still in real trouble! Can Firpo finish him?#SU#
Firpo stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.
Ismagilov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Firpo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ismagilov scrambles back to his feet.
Ismagilov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Firpo has time to react.
A slapping leg kick lands for Firpo.
Firpo throws a shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Ismagilov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Firpo throws a big counter combination but Ismagilov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T2#
Ismagilov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Firpo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Firpo throws a shot to the body.
Ismagilov seems to have recovered his senses.
Ismagilov looks winded!
Ismagilov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Firpo defends it nicely.
The crowd cheers as Firpo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ismagilov doesn't seem phased though.
A shot to the body from Ismagilov misses
and Firpo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ismagilov throws a shot from downtown. Firpo moves away and avoids it.
Firpo scoring well with a low kick there.
Ismagilov misses with a hook
and Firpo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ismagilov lands a nice looking body shot.
Firpo scores with a spinning back kick!
Firpo scores with a nice strike.
Ismagilov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Firpo lands with a thumping leg kick. #T3#
Ismagilov fails with the takedown
and Firpo counters with a nice uppercut.
Alvin Firpo has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Irek Ismagilov.
Firpo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ismagilov's head.
Firpo cracks Ismagilov with an open hand slap.
Firpo lands with a precision combination! Left, right, uppercut and Ismagilov falls flat on his face, eyes wide open but he's out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Alvin Firpo!

Event: DFC 67: Svensson Vs Pate
Date: Aug 05, 2017

#R1#
Nevzlin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Sanchez misses the target.
Sanchez misses with a wild combination.
Sanchez scores with a three punch combo! #CUT#
It looks like Sergey Nevzlin has been cut.
Sanchez is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sanchez seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Sanchez is looking to chop away at Nevzlin's legs.
A little jabbing left from Nevzlin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sanchez throws a right and a left that Nevzlin avoids nicely.
Nevzlin takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Nevzlin takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sanchez misses the jab.
Nevzlin appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nevzlin throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
A slow jab from Nevzlin misses its intended target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nevzlin throws a wild body kick that Sanchez sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Nevzlin blocks a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Sanchez. That snapped Nevzlin's head back.
Nevzlin misses with a looping left.
Sanchez closes the distance and clinches up with Nevzlin, looking for a takedown. Sanchez pushes Nevzlin against the cage but Nevzlin circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sanchez works the jab nicely.
Nevzlin takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sanchez digs a good hook to Nevzlin's body.
Sanchez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A combination from Nevzlin does no damage.
Sanchez wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Nevzlin lands with a nice body punch.
Sergey Nevzlin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sanchez uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nevzlin has time to react.
Sanchez throws an overhand right that lands on Nevzlin's shoulder, as Nevzlin tries to avoid the shot.
Sanchez takes one on the button.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sanchez tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nevzlin swivels and escapes.
Nevzlin throws a lazy right hand but Sanchez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sanchez fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nevzlin avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Steve Sanchez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab lands there for Sanchez.
Sanchez lands a jab to the nose.
Nevzlin takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sanchez is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nevzlin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sanchez lands with a hook. Nevzlin tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nevzlin has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sanchez finds it's way round the side to connect with Nevzlin's head.
Sanchez misses with a looping left.#T3#
Nevzlin ducks under a wild hook from Sanchez.
Nevzlin looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sanchez missing with a left hand there. Nevzlin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steve Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Nevzlin misses.
Sanchez scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC#
Nevzlin is rocked!
Sanchez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sanchez misses with a hook.
Nevzlin avoids the body shot from Sanchez.
Nevzlin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sanchez.
Nevzlin stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Nevzlin wants it to stay on the feet.
As Sanchez backs off Nevzlin throws a huge counter combo but Sanchez manages to avoid it all.
Sanchez tries a low kick but Nevzlin avoids it.
Nevzlin scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sanchez misses with a straight right.
Sanchez lands an overhand right.
Sanchez tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Sanchez buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sanchez lands a jab to the nose.
Nevzlin is still on wobbly legs! Can Sanchez finish him?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nevzlin slips a jab and a cross from Sanchez.
Sanchez dips to his left and cracks Nevzlin with an uppercut!
Sanchez fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Nevzlin to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Nevzlin looks to clinch but Sanchez throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Nevzlin taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Steve Sanchez!
A very excited looking Steve Sanchez made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Gladiators 37 Khabib v Kass
Date: Jul 15, 2017

#R1#
Ismagilov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Bispin clinches with his opponent.
Ismagilov tries for a takedown but Bispin manages to get underhooks.
Ismagilov is trying to maintain a safe position but Bispin gets an underhook and turns Ismagilov into the cage.
Ismagilov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Ismagilov misses with the head strike.
Ismagilov is stalling here.
Bispin can't find room to land a body shot as Ismagilov controls the action.
Ismagilov is struggling to control the position.
Ismagilov lands a left hand. #BC#
Ismagilov breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Bispin does no damage.
Ismagilov lands a nice hook to Bispin's body. Bispin takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bispin throws a body kick that misses.
Ismagilov tries to bum rush Bispin with a series of wild strikes but Bispin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bispin replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Ismagilov blocks it well.
Ismagilov swings for the body but Bispin moves out of range.
Ismagilov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Ismagilov punishes Bispin's body with a nice straight punch.
Bispin lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#
It looks like Irek Ismagilov has been cut.
Ismagilov throws an overhand right that lands on Bispin's shoulder, as Bispin tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Bispin instigates a clinch.
Ismagilov can't find room to land a body shot as Bispin controls the action.
Ismagilov trying to control the position but instead, Bispin has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ismagilov into the cage.
Ismagilov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Bispin gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Bispin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ismagilov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Ismagilov lands a shot to the body.
Bispin lands with a short shot to the head.
Ismagilov misses with a body punch.
Bispin blocks a body shot from Ismagilov.
Ismagilov misses with a body punch. #T2#
Bispin blocks an uppercut.
Ismagilov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bispin avoids a wild elbow strike from Ismagilov.
A short right from Bispin.
Bispin working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ismagilov.#BC2#
Bispin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bispin slips under a jab from Ismagilov.
Bispin tries to clinch up.
Ismagilov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Ismagilov missing with a left hand there. Bispin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bispin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ismagilov momentarily.
Bispin moves out of range of the strikes.
Bispin let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bispin avoids the body shot from Ismagilov.
Ismagilov throws an off balance right hand
and Ismagilov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bispin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ismagilov.
Ismagilov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3##CL2#
Bispin has closed the distance and engaged Ismagilov in a clinch.
Bispin is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ismagilov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Bispin lands a left hand. #BC2#
Bispin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ismagilov missing with a left hand there. Bispin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And Bispin responds with a good body kick, but Ismagilov manages to step out the way in time.#CL2#
Bispin moves into the clinch.
Bispin looking to slow down the pace here.
Ismagilov working aggressively here.
Bispin lands a hook that snaps the head of Ismagilov backwards.
Bispin is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ismagilov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Irek Ismagilov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kamil Bispin.#BC#
Ismagilov manages to break the clinch.
Ismagilov throws a jab but it's blocked by Bispin.
Bispin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bispin misses with a series of wild punches.
Ismagilov feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Ismagilov throws an overhand right that lands on Bispin's shoulder, as Bispin tries to avoid the shot.
Ismagilov throws a shot to the body.
Bispin throws a combination. Ismagilov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
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!
Ismagilov misses with a body shot
and Bispin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD#
Ismagilov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #ES2#
Bispin explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Bispin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Ismagilov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ismagilov takes a swing at Bispin's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Bispin closes the distance and clinches.
Ismagilov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ismagilov lands a body shot in the clinch.
The referee calls for Bispin to work.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Bispin breaks from the clinch.
Ismagilov keeps the fight on the outside.
Ismagilov is looking for a counter combo.
Bispin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kamil Bispin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Irek Ismagilov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Ismagilov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ismagilov is looking to wear down Bispin with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ismagilov misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Ismagilov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bispin sprawls well initially but Ismagilov persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Ismagilov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ismagilov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Ismagilov prevents Bispin from standing back up.
Bispin really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Ismagilov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ismagilov trying to control the pace.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bispin can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bispin wants to get back to his feet.
Bispin has hold of Ismagilov's hands but Ismagilov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ismagilov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bispin taking some punishment here, with Ismagilov in his half guard.
Ismagilov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice strikes from Ismagilov there. #T1#
Ismagilov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ismagilov slips a nice elbow through Bispin's hands, connecting with Bispin's forehead.
Bispin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ismagilov is working away from the top position though.
Ismagilov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Ismagilov is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ismagilov working the head and body with strikes.
Bispin is trying to stand.
Ismagilov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Ismagilov lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Bispin! More strikes land and this one is all over! Ismagilov jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Irek Ismagilov!
A less than humble Irek Ismagilov misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: RBB Fight Night V
Date: Jul 08, 2017

#R1#
Maximov lands a really nice looking cross but Distacio Jr seems unphased.
Distacio Jr is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #TD#
Distacio Jr closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Maximov to the mat! Maximov manages to get full guard.
Maximov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Distacio Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Distacio Jr.
Distacio Jr tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Distacio Jr is on top in guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Distacio Jr content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Distacio Jr in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Distacio Jr postures up in Maximov's guard and throws a big left but Maximov blocks it.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Distacio Jr's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T1#
Distacio Jr postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Distacio Jr has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Maximov wants to sweep but no luck.
Distacio Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Distacio Jr throws a big elbow that misses.
Distacio Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Distacio Jr throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Maximov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Distacio Jr with a nice head shot there.#CUT#
It looks like Gleb Maximov has been cut.
Distacio Jr lands a couple of elbows.
Distacio Jr chips away with some ground and pound.
Distacio Jr postures up and lands a big shot to Maximov's brow. #T2#
Distacio Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Distacio Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maximov keeps working.
Distacio Jr throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Distacio Jr is looking to take a break and control but Maximov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Maximov is trying to improve his position.
Maximov defending against the ground and pound. #T3#
Maximov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB#
Distacio Jr is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Maximov looks calm but he's in trouble here. Distacio Jr gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Maximov is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Distacio Jr lets go of the hold and Maximov can pop his arm back in it's socket.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Harry Distacio Jr!
Harry Distacio Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PFN - 4 - Rolling Thunder
Date: Jul 05, 2017

#R1#
A jab from Diaz misses.
Sotin looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A clash of legs there as Diaz blocks the low kick.
A counter left hand to the body from Diaz misses its target.
Diaz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Diaz throws a looping overhand right but Sotin ducks down to avoid it.
Diaz lands a right hook to the body.
Diaz scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Diaz thows a left - swing and a miss!
Diaz motions for Sotin to come forward. Diaz throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sotin wants to counter with a clinch but Diaz pushes him away.
Sotin has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Diaz misses with a kick to the body.
Sotin tries a head kick but it misses.
Sotin misses with a wild body shot.
Diaz lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ragnar Diaz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sotin takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sotin on the wrong end of a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Diaz thuds his right hand into Sotin's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Diaz on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Diaz lands a jab to the head.
Diaz seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sotin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Sotin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good work by Diaz as he checks the leg kick.
Sotin dodges the punch combination from Diaz.
Left hook, right uppercut from Diaz.
Sotin throws a low kick, looking for Diaz's leg but Diaz calmly moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Diaz as he connects with a hook.#CL2#
Sotin clinches with his opponent.
Nice body punch from Diaz - that landed with a thud.
Sotin pushes Diaz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sotin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short left from Diaz.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Sotin obliges.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head punch on the inside from Diaz fails to land.
Sotin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sotin trying to control the position but instead, Diaz has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sotin into the cage.
Diaz struggles to land a body shot inside as Sotin controls his hands. #T2##BC2#
Sotin manages to break the clinch.
Diaz moves into range and connects with a jab.
Diaz is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sotin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Diaz misses with a left hand
and Sotin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sotin wants to clinch.
Diaz went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sotin moves away from the strike by Diaz.
Sotin misses with the combination.
Diaz throws a leg kick but Sotin checks it.
Sotin ducks under a wild hook from Diaz.#CL2#
Sotin rushes Diaz and presses him up against the cage.
Diaz lands a hook that snaps the head of Sotin backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Diaz. #T3#
Diaz scores with a shot to the side of Sotin's head.
Diaz presses Sotin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Diaz misses with some punches.
Diaz has a couple of punches blocked by Sotin.
Diaz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A short uppercut from Diaz. #ROC#
Sotin is rocked!
Diaz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Sotin or not.
Sotin is still on wobbly legs! Can Diaz finish him?
A short right from Diaz on the inside.
Diaz presses Sotin against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Diaz creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Sotin's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Sotin drops to his knees and Diaz pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ragnar Diaz!
A very excited looking Ragnar Diaz made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Gladiators 30 Reyn v Pepper
Date: Jun 12, 2017

#R1##CL#
Ismagilov moves into the clinch.
Riley wants a takedown but no success here.
Riley is looking to take this one to the mat.
Riley has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ismagilov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Irek Ismagilov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Riley.
Riley wants a takedown.
Riley has Ismagilov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ismagilov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Riley tries for a takedown but Ismagilov manages to get underhooks.
Riley tries for a takedown but Ismagilov manages to get underhooks.
Ismagilov struggles to land a body shot inside as Riley controls his hands.
Riley has Ismagilov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ismagilov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Ismagilov tightens his grip and picks Riley up, before dumping him to the ground. Riley manages to land in guard.
Ismagilov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ismagilov chips away with some ground and pound.
Ismagilov throws a big right hand that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ismagilov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Riley has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ismagilov has managed to get both his arms back between Riley's legs - danger averted.
Ismagilov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Ismagilov landing with the ground and pound.
Ismagilov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ismagilov is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Russian Bears Training Center that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Riley not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ismagilov postures up and lands a big shot to Riley's brow.
Ismagilov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ismagilov stands up over Riley, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ismagilov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Ismagilov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Riley looking for subs off his back but Ismagilov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Riley landing a few short strikes. #T2#
Riley trying to control but Ismagilov postures up.
Ismagilov working Riley over with strikes.
Ismagilov misses with a head shot. Riley uses the momentum to regain guard.
Ismagilov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Riley looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ismagilov is one step ahead there.
Riley has his hands on Ismagilov's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Riley looking for a guillotine here but Ismagilov defends easily.
Ismagilov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Riley on the ground.#T3#
Ismagilov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Riley's head.
Ismagilov wants to pass the guard but Riley is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Ismagilov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Riley has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Ismagilov is looking to defend but Riley has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Ismagilov! Riley pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Ismagilov taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Tony Riley!

Event: RBB 17: White vs Vagos
Date: Jun 10, 2017

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Markov.
Maximov misses with a looping right.
Markov throws a body punch but Maximov moves out of range.
Markov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markov tries to clinch but Maximov is having none of it.
Maximov is looking for the big counter here.
Maximov throws a jab when Markov was well out of range.
Markov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Markov.
Maximov lands a two punch combo. #CUT2#
It looks like Alexey Markov has been cut.
Maximov looks to throw the jab but Markov is out of range.
A punch combination from Markov misses.
Maximov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A jab from Maximov misses.
Maximov tries to bum rush Markov with a series of wild strikes but Markov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
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!
Maximov throws out a powerful jab.
Markov swinging wildly here.
Maximov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Maximov throws a hook to the side of Markov's head but Markov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Maximov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Markov.
A jab from Markov misses.
Markov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Maximov scores with a hook to the body. Markov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Markov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maximov throws out the jab.
Maximov throws a jab when Markov was well out of range.
Maximov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Markov misses with a body kick.
Markov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL#
Maximov tries to keep at a distance but Markov has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC#
Markov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Markov lands a nice shot to the body.
Markov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Markov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Markov scores with a jab. Maximov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Maximov misses with an uppercut
and Markov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Maximov thinking.
Markov is looking to slow Maximov down with leg kicks.
Markov lands a right hook to the body.
Markov with a nice cross.
Markov connects with a jab.
Markov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Maximov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Maximov misses with an uppercut. Markov saw that one coming.
Markov lands a head kick!
Markov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Markov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Markov dodges the punch combination from Maximov.
Markov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Markov lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Maximov misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Markov moves out of range as Maximov strikes.
Maximov throws a lazy right hand but Markov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Maximov slips a jab from Markov.
Maximov swinging wildly here.
Maximov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Markov moves out of range as Maximov strikes.
Markov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Markov gets a clinch.
Markov keeps control of Maximov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Markov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Markov scores with a nice right hand.
Markov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Markov tries to clinch but Maximov moves out of range.
Maximov looks to land a right hand but Markov moved out of range.
Markov is looking to counter punch.
Markov cracks Maximov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markov jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Markov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Maximov is trying to break free.
Markov has Maximov pushed against the cage.#BC#
Markov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Maximov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
An inside leg kick lands from Markov.
Maximov circles away from the clinch attempt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Markov clinches with his opponent.
Markov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Maximov.
Markov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Alexey Markov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alexey Markov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Maximov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Markov on the side of the head.
Markov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Maximov throws a big shot that misses.
Maximov misses with a looping left.
Markov lands a nice leg kick that just misses Maximov's sensitive parts.
Markov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Maximov swinging wildly here.
Maximov misses with a wild combination.
Maximov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Markov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Markov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Maximov, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Markov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maximov slips a jab from Markov.
Maximov lands with a straight right. Markov didn't see that one coming.
Alexey Markov is winning the standup battle so far.
Maximov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maximov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Alexey Markov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Maximov throws a right and a left that Markov avoids nicely.
Maximov throws a looping overhand right but Markov ducks down to avoid it.
A shot to the body from Maximov misses
and Markov counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Maximov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Maximov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Maximov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Maximov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Markov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Maximov on the side of the head. #CL#
Markov rushes Maximov and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Markov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Markov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Markov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Markov lands a lovely overhand right.
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!
Markov throws a combination that misses
and Maximov counters with a left and a right that stings Markov. #T2#
Maximov misses with a right hand
and Markov counters with a nice low kick that buckles Maximov's knee momentarily.
Maximov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Maximov looks to land a right hand but Markov moved out of range.
A nice inside leg kick there by Markov. That's going to slow Maximov down.
Markov misses with a wild combination.
Markov with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Maximov scores with a three punch combo!
Maximov throws a body punch but Markov moves out of range.
Alexey Markov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maximov misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Markov counter with a right hand.
Markov wants to clinch.
Maximov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Maximov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Maximov cracks Markov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3##CL#
Markov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Markov breaks the clinch.
Markov connects with a leg kick. Maximov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Maximov misses with a looping left.#CL#
Markov moves into the clinch.
Maximov misses with the head strike.
Maximov lands a shot to the body.
Markov has Maximov pressed against the cage. #BC#
Markov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Markov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Maximov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Maximov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Maximov throws a jab when Markov was well out of range.#T4#
Markov throws a jab when Maximov was well out of range.
It seemed like Maximov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Maximov misses with a looping left.
Nice body punch from Markov.
Markov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Maximovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
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!
Maximov slips a straight right by Markov.
Markov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Markov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Maximov. Maximov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Maximov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Maximov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Maximov throws a lazy right hand but Markov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Markov takes a swing at Maximov's ribcage but misses.
Maximov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Markov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Markov throws a shot from downtown. Maximov moves away and avoids it.
Markov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maximov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Maximov throws a right hand that Markov ducks under and follows up with a left that Markov also avoids with ease.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gleb Maximov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Alexey Markov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Markov throws a looping overhand right but Maximov ducks down to avoid it.
Maximov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Markov can pounce on him.
Maximov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Markov swings widly with a right hand
and Maximov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maximov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
A shot to the body from Markov misses
and Maximov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A decent looking cross lands there for Markov.
Maximov misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Markov misses the target.
Markov lands a nice hook to Maximov's body. Maximov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Markov misses with a wild body shot.
Markov throws an off balance right hand
and Maximov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
OH! Markov has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Maximov smells blood and charges in for the finish! Maximov unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Markov sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Gleb Maximov!
Gleb Maximov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Bushido 55: Mayhem vs. Aokison
Date: Jun 03, 2017

#R1#
Nevzlin with a hook.
Nevzlin misses with a two punch combination.
Nevzlin misses the jab.
Nevzlin punishes Odds's body with a nice straight punch.
Nevzlin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Odds.
Nevzlin appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nevzlin on the wrong end of a nice jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nevzlin. Odds does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nevzlin works Odds's body with a nice hook.
Nevzlin lands the left hand.
Odds avoids the body shot from Nevzlin.
Odds wants to counter the offense by Nevzlin and move into the clinch position.
Nevzlin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Odds tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nevzlin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Odds circles away quickly and effectively.
Nevzlin misses with a wild body shot.
Nevzlin swinging wildly here.
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!
A looping hook to the body misses from Nevzlin. Odds does a little dance to reset his feet.
Odds connects with the punch.
Odds sizes up Nevzlin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
Odds on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Odds uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nevzlin.
Nevzlin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Odds circles away quickly and effectively.
Odds is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Odds tries to clinch but Nevzlin moves out of range.
Nevzlin was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nevzlin misses with a double jab.
Odds steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Nevzlin.
Nevzlin lands a really nice looking cross but Odds seems unphased.
Odds has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nevzlin takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Odds slips a jab from Nevzlin.
Odds on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Odds is looking to clinch but Nevzlin is avoiding it.
Nevzlin tries to clinch but Odds moves out of range.
Odds throws an overhand right that lands on Nevzlin's shoulder, as Nevzlin tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Nevzlin misses.
Nevzlin throws a left and a right that both miss
and Odds counters with a straight right hand.
Odds takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
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!
Some wild striking there from Nevzlin.
Odds scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Odds swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Nevzlin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Nevzlin was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Odds missing with a left hand there. Nevzlin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Odds misses with a wild body shot.
Nevzlin throws a body shot but no joy.
Nevzlin fails to land with a series of punches.
Nevzlin lands a body shot.
Nevzlin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nevzlin stalks Odds and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Odds's face. Odds staggers backwards, shaken.
Nevzlin is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nevzlin ducks under a wild hook from Odds.
Nevzlin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Odds tries to clinch up.#T3#
Nevzlin avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Odds avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from Odds on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Odds rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Nevzlin counters with a straight right hand.
Nevzlin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Odds dodges the punch combination from Nevzlin.
Odds bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Nevzlin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Odds sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nevzlin walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nevzlin scores with a sloppy right hand. Odds should have avoided that one.
Nevzlin scores with a jab to the body.
Odds swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Nevzlin counters with a straight right hand.
Nevzlin cracks Odds with a right hand to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sloppy strikes from Odds. Those never looked like landing. #T4#
Nevzlin misses with a wild combination.
Nevzlin just misses with a punch to the body.
Nevzlin takes a swing at Odds's ribcage but misses.
A lazy left from Odds finds it's target.#CL2#
Odds moves into the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Odds - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Nevzlin scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Odds is pushing Nevzlin up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Nevzlin.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Odds tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Odds.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Nevzlin dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Odds is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Nevzlin.
Odds throws a hook to the side of Nevzlin's head but Nevzlin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Odds misses with an uppercut
and Nevzlin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Odds bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Nevzlin's head backwards.
Good standup being displayed there by Odds as he connects with a hook.
Nevzlin lands an overhand right.
Odds scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #ROC2#
Nevzlin is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Sergey Nevzlin has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Odds keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Odds was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oh Nevzlin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nevzlin gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Odds points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Nevzlin wakes up just in time to hear Odds thank his coaches in the post fight interview.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Evan Odds!
In his post fight interview, Evan Odds started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Gladiators 26 Money vs Gain
Date: May 29, 2017

#R1#
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown but Ismagilov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kolov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kolov shoots in for a double leg but Ismagilov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kolov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ismagilov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kolov somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dan Kolov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolov shoots in looking for a takedown. Ismagilov tries to sprawl out of it but Kolov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ismagilov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
No joy there for Ismagilov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kolov looks for a takedown but Ismagilov sprawls well.
Ismagilov has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Ismagilov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kolov has his takedown stuffed
and Ismagilov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kolov thinking.
A combination from Ismagilov does no damage.
Ismagilov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kolov.#T1#
Kolov closes the distance and clinches up with Ismagilov, looking for a takedown. Kolov pushes Ismagilov against the cage but Ismagilov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Ismagilov lands with a good body shot.
Ismagilov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ismagilov wants it to stay on the feet.
Kolov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kolov misses with a takedown
and Ismagilov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Kolov is breathing heavily.#TD#
Kolov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ismagilov to the mat! Ismagilov manages to get full guard.
Ismagilov wants to stand up but Kolov is controlling him.
Ismagilov pulls Kolov in to control the position.
Kolov has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Ismagilov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kolov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Ismagilov can't keep his opponent in guard - Kolov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kolov wants to free his trapped foot but Ismagilov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ismagilov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
Ismagilov trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Kolov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kolov is pressing down on Ismagilov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ismagilov is holding on for now.
Ismagilov wants to control but Kolov is keeping busy.
Kolov prevents Ismagilov from improving his position.
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!
Kolov is looking to take a break and control but Ismagilov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ismagilov trying to control but Kolov postures up. #T3##SUB#
Kolov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ismagilov sees it coming and defends easily.
Kolov uses his free foot to push down on Ismagilov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ismagilov.
Kolov takes Ismagilov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Ismagilov is in trouble.
Kolov gets his hands free as Ismagilov looks to control. #SUB#
Kolov has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ismagilov is trying to break free. #SUB#
Kolov working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Ismagilov is doing well to defend. Kolov seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Ismagilov is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Dan Kolov!
During a confident post fight interview, Dan Kolov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: D51 Nystrom v Militech
Date: May 27, 2017

#R1#
Bondurant keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sotin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bondurant at a distance.
Bondurant throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bondurant throws a looping overhand right but Sotin ducks down to avoid it.
Bondurant is trying hard to land a takedown here. Sotin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bondurant throws a body punch but Sotin moves out of range.
Sotin looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice takedown defense from Sotin. No joy for Bondurant on that attempt.
Sotin throws a looping overhand right but Bondurant ducks down to avoid it.
Sotin scores with a nice head shot.
Sotin lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sotin doesn't manage to clinch there - Bondurant circles away.
Sotin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sotin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bondurant's sensitive parts.
Sotin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sotin throws a front kick aimed at Bondurant's knee but Bondurant avoids it well. #CL2#
Sotin forces Bondurant back against the cage and clinches.
Bondurant tries to score a body lock takedown but Sotin shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Forrest Bondurant. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
The referee is keeping an eye on Sotin - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bondurant is working for takedown but Sotin is calmly controlling the position for now.
Bondurant has Sotin pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sotin manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bondurant wants to take the fight to the mat but Sotin manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sotin connects with a knee to the head.
Sotin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bondurant.
A knee to the head by Sotin. #ROC2#
Bondurant is rocked!
Bondurant is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sotin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Oh Bondurant is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bondurant looking for a takedown.
Sotin prevents the takedown attempt.
Bondurant seems to have got his legs back now.
Bondurant wants to take the fight to the mat but Sotin manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bondurant is breathing heavily.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Sotin obliges.
Bondurant drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sotin pulls his leg out and moves away. #KD2#
Sotin sends Bondurant crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Sotin is motioning to the referee to let Bondurant up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bondurant avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Sotin throws a nice looking combination but Bondurant bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It looked like Bondurant wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bondurant looks to throw the jab but Sotin is out of range.
Sotin is looking to score with low kicks.
Sotin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sotin.
A punch lands to the side of Sotin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sotin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bondurant manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sotin throws a big shot that misses.
Nice cross by Sotin.#CL2#
Sotin gets a clinch.
Bondurant tries for a takedown but Sotin manages to get underhooks.
Bondurant wants a takedown but no success here.
Sotin tries to work over Bondurant's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Sotin gets underhooks to prevent Bondurant's takedown attempt. #BC2#
Sotin escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bondurant misses the jab.
Sotin fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Bondurant to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Bondurant looks to clinch but Sotin throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Bondurant taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Evgeny Sotin!
Evgeny Sotin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: RBB 15: Steve vs Maximov
Date: May 27, 2017

#R1#
The fighters circling - Maximov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maximov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Steve darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#
It looks like Gleb Maximov has been cut.
Maximov misses with a series of wild punches.
Maximov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Maximov just misses with a punch to the body.
Steve slips a straight right by Maximov.
Steve was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Steve misses with a looping right.
A combination from Maximov does no damage. #CL#
Steve darts in and clinches Maximov up against the cage.
Steve working aggressively here.
Steve lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Steve pushes Maximov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steve throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T1#
Steve scores with a nice hook to the head.
Steve swings wildly with an uppercut but Maximov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Steve lands a left hand that snaps the head of Maximov backwards.
Steve stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Maximov is trying to force a seperation but Steve has the dominant position.
Maximov is trying to break the clinch but Steve has him pressed against the cage.
Steve tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Maximov's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Steve scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Steve fails to land.
Steve pushes Maximov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Steve lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Maximov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Steve seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Maximov can turn it around.
Steve lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Maximov.
Steve cracks Maximov with a nice body shot.
Maximov looks winded!#T2#
Steve lands a hook that snaps the head of Maximov backwards.
Steve working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Steve.
Steve tries to throw a body punch but Maximov avoids it by throwing Steve back against the cage.
Steve misses with a hook from the clinch.
Steve stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Steve lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Steve.#ROC#
Maximov is rocked!
Steve lands a nice uppercut.
Maximov is still on wobbly legs! Can Steve finish him?
Steve lands with a light punch inside.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Maximov seems to have recovered his senses.
Maximov blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Steve lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Steve lands with a short punch from the clinch. #CUT#
That has opened up Gleb Maximov's cut even more.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Steve lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maximov backwards.
Steve lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Steve - that landed with a thud.
Maximov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Steve. #KD#
Steve drops Maximov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Maximov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Steve misses with a body punch.
Maximov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Steve scores with a shoulder strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Maximov throws an elbow but misses. #T4#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Maximov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Steve is leaning against Maximov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Steve.
Steve lands a left hand.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Steve.
A left hand lands to the body for Steve.
Steve lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT#
The cut above Gleb Maximov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steve definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Steve scores with a hook to the body.
Steve pushes Maximov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Steve softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Farley Steve dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gleb Maximov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Steve has a couple of punches blocked by Maximov.
Farley Steve has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Steve lands with a short shot to the head. #KD#
Steve drops Maximov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Maximov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Steve works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Steve pushes off and lands a massive hook that knocks Maximov out cold! The fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Farley Steve!
Farley Steve retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Farley Steve made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Bushido 53: Aziz vs. Van Gaal
Date: May 20, 2017

#R1#
A big left from Nevzlin misses.
Nevzlin lands with an overhand left.
Cody Chalke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Chalke has Nevzlin up against the ropes in a clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Nevzlin definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Chalke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Chalke.
Chalke lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Nevzlin or not.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Chalke tries to throw a body punch but Nevzlin avoids it by throwing Chalke back against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chalke is looking to control Nevzlin's arms but Nevzlin gets an underhook and turns him. Now Chalke has his back to the ropes.
Chalke blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nevzlin blocks a body shot from Chalke.
Nevzlin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chalke wants a takedown. #TD2#
Chalke has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Nevzlin regains guard immediately. #T1#
Chalke trying to control the position from guard on top but Nevzlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chalke loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chalke throws a strike but Nevzlin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Chalke is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Nevzlin is concentrating on defense, preventing Chalke from advancing position.
Nevzlin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chalke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nevzlin is controlling Chalke's trapped leg to prevent Chalke from advancing to side control.#T2#
Chalke with the ground and pound but Nevzlin uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Chalke postures up in Nevzlin's guard and throws a big left but Nevzlin blocks it.
Chalke throwing strikes from guard but Nevzlin blocks nicely.
Chalke scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nevzlin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nevzlin keeping moving, preventing Chalke from controlling successfully.
Chalke is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chalke postures up in Nevzlin's guard and throws a big left but Nevzlin blocks it.
Chalke must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Chalke postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Nevzlin keeping moving, preventing Chalke from controlling successfully.
Nevzlin being controlled here, momentarily. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nevzlin throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Nevzlin tries to keep at a distance but Chalke has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nevzlin doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #TD2#
Chalke jumps guard.
Chalke has his hands on Nevzlin's head, controlling the position.
Chalke is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Nevzlin won't allow Chalke to sweep him here.
Chalke keeping moving, preventing Nevzlin from controlling successfully.
Nevzlin lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nevzlin throwing strikes from guard but Chalke blocks nicely.
Nevzlin stopping the sweep attempt from Chalke.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chalke is still trying to improve position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cody Chalke dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Chalke swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nevzlin counters with a straight right hand.
Nevzlin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nevzlin misses with a looping right.
Chalke swats away the attempt to clinch by Nevzlin.
Nevzlin lands a jab to the nose.
Chalke takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nevzlin wants to land a leg kick but Chalke is out of range.
Chalke misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chalke misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Nevzlin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nevzlin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Chalke tries to clinch up.
Chalke swings away with a body shot that misses
and Nevzlin counters with a nice uppercut.
Nevzlin looks to land a right hand but Chalke moved out of range.#T1#
Chalke blocks a jab.#CL2#
Chalke darts in and clinches Nevzlin up against the ropes.
Chalke scores with a hook to the body.
Nevzlin tries to circle away but Chalke has him pinned against the ropes.
Chalke misses with a body punch.
Chalke avoiding damage.
Nevzlin wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nevzlin wants to stall.
Chalke blocks an uppercut.
The referee is keeping an eye on Nevzlin - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Chalke lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Chalke. #TD2#
Chalke gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Chalke wants to control from the top but Nevzlin keeps moving. #T2#
Chalke throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chalke postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Chalke passes Nevzlin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chalke landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Chalke is trying to control the action in half guard but Nevzlin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Chalke throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Chalke seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Nevzlin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nevzlin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Chalke scores with a couple of nice shots.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Chalke lands a nice short elbow.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nevzlin is staying active underneath Chalke, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3#
Chalke prevents Nevzlin from improving his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Nevzlin is trying to maintain the position but Chalke is very close to passing his half guard.
Chalke lands strikes from half guard.
Chalke landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nice strikes from Chalke there.
Chalke passes into side control, despite Nevzlin's attempt to control the position.
Nevzlin takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Chalke misses with the ground and pound.
Cody Chalke has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Chalke working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Chalke grinds an elbow into Nevzlin's temple. #ROC2#
Nevzlin is rocked!
Chalke lands a strong strike to the head of Nevzlin. That's dazed him! Chalke looking to finish here. Nevzlin is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Chalke lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cody Chalke!
Cody Chalke managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, RAGS of a RONIN, into his post fight interview.

Event: Carnage 39
Date: May 13, 2017

#R1#
Nickolson throws an overhand right that lands on Berdnikov's shoulder, as Berdnikov tries to avoid the shot.
Vike Nickolson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Berdnikov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nickolson throws a body shot but no joy.
Nickolson lands a jab to Berdnikov's midsection.
Nickolson misses with a body shot.
Nickolson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nickolson swings for the body but Berdnikov moves out of range.
Nickolson misses the shot to the body.
Berdnikov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Berdnikov ducks under a wild hook from Nickolson.
Berdnikov misses the shot to the body.
Nickolson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berdnikov walks into a stiff left hand from Nickolson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nickolson. Berdnikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nickolson looks to land a right hand but Berdnikov moved out of range.
Berdnikov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Berdnikov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nickolson defends it nicely.#T1#
Nickolson throws a shot from downtown. Berdnikov moves away and avoids it.
Nickolson misses the jab.
Berdnikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nickolson.
It looked like Berdnikov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nickolson connects with a crisp jab.
Nickolson throws a hook but Berdnikov blocks it.
Berdnikov missing with a left hand there. Nickolson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A nice side step and Nickolson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nickolson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Berdnikov misses with a right hand
and Nickolson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Berdnikov misses with a low kick.
Nickolson slips a jab from Berdnikov.
Berdnikov scores with a nice strike.
Nickolson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Berdnikov manages to avoid it.#T2#
Berdnikov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Nickolson slips under a jab.
Berdnikov throws a nice looking combination but Nickolson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nickolson connects with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nickolson misses with a body shot.
Berdnikov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nickolson at a distance.
Berdnikov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Berdnikov appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Berdnikov goes for a double leg but Nickolson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nickolson continues to drive forward.
Nickolson throws a counter combo.
Berdnikov misses with the combination.
Nickolson jabs at Berdnikov's body.
Nickolson avoids the body shot from Berdnikov.
Nickolson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Berdnikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Berdnikov throws a big counter combination but Nickolson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T3#
Berdnikov slips a jab from Nickolson.
Berdnikov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice uppercut there from Nickolson.
Nickolson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Berdnikov.
Nickolson throws a jab but it's blocked by Berdnikov.
Berdnikov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Nickolson counter with a right hand.
Berdnikov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nickolson misses with a right hand
and Berdnikov counters with a nice leg kick.
Berdnikov walks into a stiff left hand from Nickolson.
Nickolson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nickolson misses the shot to the body.
Berdnikov throws a series of punches but Nickolson avoids them all with ease.
Nickolson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A jab from Nickolson misses.
Nickolson throws a hook to the side of Berdnikov's head but Berdnikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice cross by Nickolson.
Berdnikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nickolson.
Nickolson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Berdnikov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nickolson throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Nickolson. Berdnikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nickolson looks to score with a jab to the body but Berdnikov is just out of range.
Berdnikov misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Nickolson releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Berdnikov digs a good hook to Nickolson's body.
Nickolson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good standup being displayed there by Nickolson as he connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vike Nickolson dominated that round.
That's time! Berdnikov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Berdnikov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#ROC2#
Berdnikov is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Nickolson misses with a jab to the body
and Berdnikov counters with a one-two to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Berdnikov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Oh Berdnikov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nickolson with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Berdnikov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nickolson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nickolson throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Berdnikov's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Nickolson dives in looking to finish as Berdnikov flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Nickolson's strikes! Nickolson is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Berdnikov's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Berdnikov was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vike Nickolson!
Vike Nickolson took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.

Event: Gladiators 19 Teixeira v Gain
Date: May 01, 2017

#R1#
Sharp misses with a lunging right hand
and Sharp takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ismagilov walks into a stiff left hand from Sharp.
Ismagilov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A nice side step and Sharp releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A punch lands to the side of Ismagilov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sharp lands with a right hand.
James Sharp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sharp takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Ismagilov throws a right hand that Sharp ducks under and follows up with a left that Sharp also avoids with ease.
Ismagilov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Sharp thuds a left hand into Ismagilov's body.
Sharp throws a jab but it's blocked by Ismagilov.
Sharp fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ismagilov misses with a body shot.
Sharp is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A nice combination there by Sharp. #TD#
Ismagilov 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.#T1#
Ismagilov throwing strikes but missing.
Ismagilov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ismagilov wants to control from the top but Sharp keeps moving.
Sharp preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ismagilov preventing the sweep.
Ismagilov throws an elbow that misses. Sharp uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ismagilov's guard. Nice move by Sharp!#REVB#
Ismagilov is controlling Sharp's posture.#T2#
Sharp stopping the sweep attempt from Ismagilov.
Ismagilov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sharp is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ismagilov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ismagilov keeping moving, preventing Sharp from controlling successfully.
Ismagilov pulls Sharp in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ismagilov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Ismagilov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sharp looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ismagilov postures up.
Sharp has momentary wrist control but Ismagilov slips an elbow through the middle.
Ismagilov preventing the sweep.
Ismagilov with a nice head shot there.
Ismagilov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ismagilov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ismagilov throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Ismagilov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ismagilov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ismagilov looking to sit in guard and control but Sharp gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Ismagilov wants to sweep but no luck.
Ismagilov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sharp has passed into side control.
Sharp is looking to take a break and control but Ismagilov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

James Sharp 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#
Ismagilov swings for the body but Sharp moves out of range.
Sharp takes a swing at Ismagilov's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Ismagilov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
James Sharp is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sharp ducks under a wild hook from Ismagilov.
Ismagilov walks into a jab.
Ismagilov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sharp sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ismagilov throws a lazy right hand but Sharp sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sharp throws a looping overhand right but Ismagilov ducks down to avoid it.
Sharp just misses with a punch to the body.
Ismagilov misses with a lunging right hand
and Sharp counters with a two punch combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sharp with a jab.#CL#
Ismagilov moves into the clinch.#TD#
Ismagilov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Sharp is trying to keep an underhook but Ismagilov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
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!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ismagilov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Sharp to regain full guard. #T1#
Ismagilov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sharp works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ismagilov with a nice head shot there.
Sharp keeping moving, preventing Ismagilov from controlling successfully.
Ismagilov postures up in Sharp's guard and throws a big left but Sharp blocks it.
Ismagilov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Ismagilov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ismagilov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ismagilov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sharp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ismagilov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ismagilov chips away with some ground and pound.
Sharp controls Ismagilov momentarily but Ismagilov frees himself.
Ismagilov won't allow Sharp to sweep him here.
Irek Ismagilov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ismagilov lands a couple of digs.
Ismagilov postures up in Sharp's guard and throws a big left but Sharp blocks it.
Ismagilov with a nice head shot there.
Ismagilov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sharp seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ismagilov distracts Sharp with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Ismagilov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Ismagilov throwing strikes but missing.
Ismagilov throwing strikes from guard but Sharp blocks nicely.
Sharp can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ismagilov controls the pace.
Sharp utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Ismagilov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ismagilov throws a big elbow that misses.
Ismagilov is in close to Sharp's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ismagilov throws an elbow that misses. Sharp uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ismagilov's guard. Nice move by Sharp!#REVB##T4#
Ismagilov controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ismagilov is on top in guard. #REVR#
Ismagilov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ismagilov works over Sharp with some ground and pound from guard.
Ismagilov working some strikes from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ismagilov landing some decent shots from guard.
Sharp utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Irek Ismagilov dominated that second round.
That's time! Ismagilov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
Sharp fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ismagilov manages to avoid it.
Ismagilov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sharp manages to avoid it.#CL#
Ismagilov clinches up against the cage.
Ismagilov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ismagilov misses with the head strike.
Ismagilov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Sharp.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ismagilov as Sharp tries to tie him up.
Sharp has Ismagilov pressed against the cage. #TD#
Ismagilov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sharp is looking to regain half guard here but Ismagilov keeps moving and retains side control.
Sharp has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Ismagilov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time. #T1#
Ismagilov misses with the ground and pound.
Ismagilov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Sharp regains half guard there - taking advantage of Ismagilov's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Sharp blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ismagilov.
Ismagilov working over Sharp with some ground and pound. Sharp looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Sharp wants to get back to full guard.
Ismagilov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ismagilov trying to control the pace.
Sharp trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
Ismagilov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Ismagilov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sharp keeps working.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sharp can do anything to dispel that myth.
Ismagilov passes to side control.
Ismagilov throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Ismagilov lands an elbow.
Ismagilov is chipping away with strikes.
Sharp takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sharp taking a bit of punishment here - Ismagilov scoring with strikes. #ROC#
Sharp is rocked!
Ismagilov in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Sharp looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Ismagilov turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Irek Ismagilov!
In his post fight interview, Irek Ismagilov started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: RBB 11: Agnarson vs Zodd
Date: Apr 29, 2017

#R1#
Maximov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dodd in his tracks. #CUT2#
It looks like Fred Dodd has been cut.
Maximov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dodd scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Some wild striking there from Maximov.
Dodd fires out a quick counter leg kick but Maximov just manages to avoid it.
Dodd's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Maximov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dodd scrambles back to his feet.
Dodd takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dodd showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maximov.
Maximov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dodd looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dodd blocks a jab.
Maximov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dodd is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Maximov.
A jab from Maximov misses.
It looked like Dodd was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1#
Maximov misses with a double jab
letting Dodd counter with a right hand.
Nice cross by Maximov.
Maximov scores with a sloppy right hand. Dodd should have avoided that one. #CUT2#
Fred Dodd's cut is getting worse.
Dodd looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dodd scores with a crisp jab that stopped Maximov in his tracks.
Maximov fails to land with a series of punches.
Dodd staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Dodd on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Maximov misses with a series of wild punches.
Maximov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dodd was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Maximov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dodd swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dodd throws a sloppy head kick and Maximov moves out of range easily. #T2#
Dodd takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
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!
Dodd misses with a kick to the body.
Dodd will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Maximov misses with a double jab.
Dodd missing with a left hand there. Maximov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dodd ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#KD2#
Maximov drops Dodd with a right and a left! Maximov comes rushing in but Dodd regains his composure and manages to keep Maximov in guard.
Dodd is controlling Maximov's posture.
Maximov throws an elbow that misses. Dodd uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Maximov's guard. Nice move by Dodd!#REVR#
Dodd trying to stand up but can't free himself from Maximov's guard.#T3#
Dodd not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dodd trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dodd advances position into side control!
You can see the frustration on Maximov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Maximov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dodd wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #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.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Dodd wants to control but Maximov is keeping him busy.
Maximov is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU#
Dodd decides to take the fight back to the feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gleb Maximov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fred Dodd's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Maximov misses with a combination
and Dodd counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maximov misses with an uppercut.
Maximov moves away from the strike by Dodd.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maximov! But no joy.
Dodd lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Maximov circles away quickly and effectively.
Maximov with a hook.
Maximov misses with a few strikes there.
Fred Dodd is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Maximov misses the body punch
and Dodd counters with a straight right hand.
Maximov throws a series of strikes that have Dodd backpedaling.
Maximov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CUT2#
Fred Dodd's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Dodd walks into a stiff left hand from Maximov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Maximov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Maximov slips a straight right by Dodd.
Maximov works the jab nicely.
Gleb Maximov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Maximov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Gleb Maximov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dodd throws a nice looking combination but Maximov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dodd fails in his attempt to clinch.
Maximov throws a nice looking combination but Dodd bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dodd throws a wild body kick that Maximov sees coming a mile off.
A jab from Maximov finds it's way through Dodd's defenses.
Maximov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dodd's head backwards.#CUT2#
Jeez, Fred Dodd's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Dodd moves into range and connects with a jab.
Maximov throws a shot from downtown. Dodd moves away and avoids it.
Maximov misses with an uppercut.
Dodd steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maximov.#CL#
Dodd instigates a clinch.
Maximov is trying to push Dodd away but Dodd has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Dodd has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T2#
Dodd working aggressively here.
Maximov is trying to push Dodd away but Dodd has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Dodd misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dodd lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dodd manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dodd lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maximov backwards.
Maximov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dodd backwards. #T3#
Maximov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dodd has him pressed against the cage.
Maximov swings wildly with an uppercut but Dodd uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maximov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dodd misses with an elbow over the top.
Maximov is looking to break free of the clinch but Dodd has double underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Dodd fails to land.
Dodd lands an uppercut.
Maximov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Dodd. #CUT#
It looks like Gleb Maximov has been cut.
Maximov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dodd seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Maximov can turn it around.#T4#
Maximov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Maximov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dodd's brow.
Dodd throws an elbow but it misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dodd.
Dodd misses with a punch on the inside.
Dodd misses with the head strike.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Maximov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Dodd's brow.
Dodd lands with a light punch inside.
Dodd lands on the inside with an uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Fred Dodd will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Maximov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Maximov throws a hook to the side of Dodd's head but Dodd sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters circle momentarily. Maximov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Maximov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Maximov just misses with a punch to the body.
Dodd staying out of range there.
Maximov works Dodd's body with a nice hook.
Dodd lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Maximov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dodd slips under a jab from Maximov.
Maximov clobbers Dodd with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Fred Dodd's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Gleb Maximov!

Event: D46 Jones v Hunt II
Date: Apr 22, 2017

#R1#
Sotin keeps Joy at a distance using the push kick. #CL#
Joy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Joy changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sotin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Waylon Joy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sotin lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#
It looks like Waylon Joy has been cut.
Joy scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
A good leg kick by Sotin.
Sotin avoids the body shot from Joy.
Joy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sotin counters with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Joy looks to score with a jab to the body but Sotin is just out of range.
Joy throws a body punch but Sotin moves out of range.
Joy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sotin.
Joy throws an overhand right that lands on Sotin's shoulder, as Sotin tries to avoid the shot. #KD2#
Sotin lands a left and a right that sends Joy crashing to the canvas! Sotin dives into mount looking to finish!#ROC2#
Joy is rocked!
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.
Joy tries to buck Sotin off but he can't manage it.
Sotin fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Oh Joy is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Joy is looking to get to half guard.
Joy seems to have got his legs back now.
Joy is working hard here to advance position.
Sotin is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Joy can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Joy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Sotin looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #T2#
Joy working to try and regain half guard.
Joy is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Joy is looking to get to half guard.
Joy wants to try and get back to his feet.
Joy is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sotin lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Joy hang on?
Sotin landing punches. #CUT2#
Waylon Joy's cut is getting worse.
Sotin has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sotin connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
The referee warns Joy that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #CUT2#
Waylon Joy's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Waylon Joy's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Evgeny Sotin!
An out of breath Evgeny Sotin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: OFC 278: Stoner Nation
Date: Apr 20, 2017

#R1#
A left and a right from Nevzlin both land. Nice combination.
Nevzlin throws a leg kick which misses Face's front leg but catches the back leg as Face tries to avoid it.
Face will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Nevzlin! But no joy.
Nevzlin changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nevzlin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Face takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#
It looks like Shit Face has been cut.
Nevzlin swings for the body but Face moves out of range.
Face changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nevzlin lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nevzlin looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Face tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nevzlin swivels and escapes.
Face keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Face's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nevzlin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Face scrambles back to his feet.
A punch combination from Nevzlin misses.
Face changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Nevzlin cracks Face with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
A jab from Nevzlin finds it's way through Face's defenses.
Nevzlin tries to clinch but Face moves out of range.
A low kick from Nevzlin misses #TD#
and Face counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nevzlin!
Face is putting a hurting on Nevzlin here, landing some big shots from side control.
Nevzlin felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Face working away.
Nevzlin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nevzlin dodges the ground and pound from Face.
Nevzlin can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Face is trying to get an arm triangle but Nevzlin is defending well.
Face advances to mount. #T2#
Face throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Nevzlin because Face loaded up on that one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nevzlin is desperately trying to improve his position but Face has a good base and remains in mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Face with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB#
Face is working for a guillotine from mount but Nevzlin frees his head quite easily.
Nevzlin wants to control but Face is having none of it.#SUB#
Nevzlin defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Face. #SUB#
Face is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Nevzlin to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Nevzlin shrugs it off. #T3##SUB#
Face jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Nevzlin manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB#
Face tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Face wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nevzlin keeps working.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Nevzlin struggling a bit here.
Nevzlin sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Nevzlin wants to control but Face is keeping busy. #SUB#
Face is looking for a kimura but Nevzlin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Face to get the leverage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nevzlin wants to improve his position but Face is controlling well. #SUB#
Face is working for a submission of some sort.
Nevzlin is refusing to be controlled, as Face sits in half guard.
Nevzlin wants to control but Face is keeping busy.
Face is keen to just control but Nevzlin is a slippery customer.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Nevzlin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shit Face's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Face takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Face appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Face ducks under a wild hook from Nevzlin.
Shit Face is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Face tries to land a leg kick but Nevzlin saw it coming and moves away.
Nevzlin throws a counter combo.
Face takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Face dives in and grabs Nevzlin's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nevzlin pushes down on Face's head and hops out.
Nevzlin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Face counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Shit Face overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Face landing some decent shots from guard.
Face trying to control but Nevzlin is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Face scoring with some ground and pound.
Face trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Face wants to control from the top but Nevzlin keeps moving.
Face looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Face trying to control but Nevzlin is working from the bottom.
Nevzlin being controlled here, momentarily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Nevzlin holds on and takes a little breather.
Face preventing the sweep.
Nevzlin working a defensive guard here.
Face passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nevzlin takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Nevzlin is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Face looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Face wants to control but Nevzlin is keeping him busy.
Nevzlin gets back to half guard.
Nevzlin is looking to control Face's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Nevzlin avoid being mounted?
Face wants to pass to mount but Nevzlin is defending the position. #T3##SUB#
Face is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Nevzlin is just riding it out for now. Face eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Face is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Face seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Nevzlin is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Shit Face!
Shit Face took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.

Event: RBB 8: Steve vs Douglas
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Maximov throws a poor cross that misses
and Markov counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Gleb Maximov has been cut.
Maximov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Maximov looks to land a combination but Markov avoids it well.
Maximov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Markov.
Maximov looks to land a right hand but Markov moved out of range.
Markov cracks Maximov with a good jab.
Markov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markov misses with a straight left.
Maximov throws a right hand that Markov ducks under and follows up with a left that Markov also avoids with ease.
Maximov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Markov circles away quickly and effectively.
Maximov scores with a one two! Markov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maximov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Markov circles away quickly and effectively.
Maximov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Maximov throws a series of punches but Markov avoids them all with ease.
Maximov just misses with a punch to the body.
Maximov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Markov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Maximov takes one to the chin there.
Markov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Maximov momentarily. #T1#
Markov takes one to the side of the head.
Markov throws an overhand right that lands on Maximov's shoulder, as Maximov tries to avoid the shot.
Maximov connects with a good right hand that stumbles Markov. Markov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Maximov misses with the combination.
Markov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Maximov manages to avoid it.
Maximov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Markov lands a really nice looking cross but Maximov seems unphased.
Gleb Maximov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maximov throws a nice looking combination but Markov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Markov throws a head kick but Maximov moves out of range.
Maximov has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Markov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Maximov is looking for the big counter here.
Nice cross by Markov.
Maximov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Markov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maximov throws a series of punches but Markov moves out of range.
Maximov throws a combination that misses
and Markov counters with a nice kick to the body.
Markov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maximov.#T2#
A head kick from Markov lands but Maximov takes it in his stride.
Markov misses with a lunging right hand
and Maximov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Markov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Markov lands a jab to the head.
Markov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maximov was well out of range. Poor timing from Markov.
Markov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Maximov.
Markov swings widly with a right hand
and Maximov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Markov throws an overhand right that lands on Maximov's shoulder, as Maximov tries to avoid the shot.
Maximov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maximov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Markov momentarily.
Markov tests Maximov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Markov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Maximov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Markov misses with a hook.
A nice side step and Maximov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Markov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maximov.
Jab by Markov.#T3#
A slow jab from Maximov misses its intended target.
Markov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Maximov throws a lazy uppercut
letting Markov counter with a right hand.
Markov throws a right and a left that Maximov avoids nicely.
Markov misses with a head kick.
The fighters circling - Markov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maximov missing with a left hand there. Markov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Markov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maximov.
Markov throwing a counter right hand but Maximov manages to avoid it.
Markov throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Markov cracks Maximov with a good jab.
Maximov digs a good hook to Markov's body.
The fighters circling - Maximov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Markov lands a jab to the head. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Maximov slips a jab from Markov.
Markov throws a right and a left that Maximov avoids nicely.
Nice defenses there by Maximov.
A nice side step and Maximov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Maximov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Markov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Markov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Maximov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Markov throws a looping overhand right but Maximov ducks down to avoid it.
Markov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Maximov scores with a jab to the head.
Maximov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Maximov slips a jab and a cross from Markov.
Maximov just misses with a punch to the body.
Good standup being displayed there by Markov as he connects with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Alexey Markov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gleb Maximov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Maximov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Maximov misses with a hook. Markov ducked under it nicely.
Markov misses with a hook.
Maximov misses with a hook
and Markov counters with a stiff right hand.
Markov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maximov.
An attempted straight right counter from Markov misses the target.
A big left from Markov misses.
Maximov misses with a straight left.
Markov scores with a kick to the midsection.
Markov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Markov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Maximov.
Maximov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Markov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maximov.
Markov throws a sloppy head kick
and Maximov counters with a straight right hand.
Maximov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Markov.
Gleb Maximov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Markov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markov looks to land a left hand but Maximov moved out of range nicely.
Maximov lands a body shot.
Maximov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Markov.
Maximov connects with a nice looking jab.
Markov cracks Maximov with a good jab.
Maximov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Maximov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Markov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Maximov blocks a head kick by Markov.
Markov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Maximov lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maximov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#
It looks like Alexey Markov has been cut.
Maximov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Markov.
Markov is looking to counter punch.
A punch combination from Maximov misses.
Maximov fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Markov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Maximov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Markov throws a shot from downtown. Maximov moves away and avoids it.
Maximov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Maximov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markov manages to avoid it.
Markov throws a head kick but Maximov moves out of range.
Maximov scores with a sloppy right hand. Markov should have avoided that one.
Markov slips a jab and a cross from Maximov.
Maximov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Markovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Markov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Maximov.
Maximov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Markov.
Markov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Markov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maximov.
Maximov misses with a body shot. #T3#
Maximov defending well as Markov loads up on a big left hand.
A big left from Markov misses.
A big left from Markov misses.
Markov blocks a jab.
Markov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Maximov scores with a nice right hand.
Maximov tries to bum rush Markov with a series of wild strikes but Markov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Maximov lands with a nice body punch.
Maximov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Markov throws out the jab.
Maximov scores with a shot to the body.
Markov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Maximov moves away from the strike by Markov.
Maximov lands with a nice combination. Markov backs away looking to recover.
Gleb Maximov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Maximov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Markov in his tracks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maximov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Maximov is breathing heavily.
Markov throws out a loose jab but Maximov uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Maximov slips under a jab.
Markov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Maximov.
Markov throwing a counter right hand but Maximov manages to avoid it.
A shot to the liver by Maximov. Beautiful body shot.
Maximov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A punch combination from Maximov misses.
Markov ducks under a wild hook from Maximov.
Maximov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Markov.
Maximov moves out of range as Markov strikes.
Maximov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Markov throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The fighters circling - Maximov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice shot by Markov.
Maximov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Markov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gleb Maximov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
No joy there for Maximov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Maximov throws a poor cross that misses
and Markov counters with a nice body shot.
Markov throws a hook but Maximov avoids it easily.
Maximov lands with a straight right. Markov didn't see that one coming.
Maximov lands with a hook. Markov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Maximov moves out of range as Markov strikes.
Maximov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Markov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maximov throws a series of punches but Markov moves out of range.
Markov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Markov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maximov.
Maximov throws a combination that misses
letting Markov counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot lands for Maximov.
Markov throws an overhand right that lands on Maximov's shoulder, as Maximov tries to avoid the shot.
Maximov is looking for the big counter here.
Markov misses with a hook. Maximov ducked under it nicely.
Markov scores with a head kick. Maximov tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
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!
Maximov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T1#
Maximov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Markov.
Maximov lands with a good body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Markov throws a body shot but no joy.
It seemed like Maximov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Markov misses with a body shot.
Maximov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Maximov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Maximov lands with a straight right. Markov didn't see that one coming.
Maximov misses with a hook.
Maximov misses with a looping right.
Markov throws a quick counter head kick but Maximov was just out of range.
Markov misses with a body shot
and Maximov counters with a stiff right hand.
Markov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Maximov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheers as Markov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Maximov doesn't seem phased though.
Markov misses with a looping right.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Markov throws a sloppy head kick and Maximov moves out of range easily. #T2#
Markov dodges the punch combination from Maximov.
Markov dodges the punch combination from Maximov.
It looked like Markov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Maximov.
The fighters circling - Markov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maximov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Maximov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Maximov moves out of range as Markov strikes.
Maximov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Maximov throws a body shot but no joy.
Maximov looks to land a combination. Markov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Maximov tries to bum rush Markov with a series of wild strikes but Markov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little feinted left hand from Markov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Maximov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Markov circles away quickly and effectively.
Markov throws a series of punches but Maximov moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Maximov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Markov blocks a jab.
Maximov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Markov.#T3#
Markov throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Markov misses with an uppercut. Maximov saw that one coming.
Nice cross by Maximov.
Markov throws a shot from downtown. Maximov moves away and avoids it.
Maximov throws a body punch but Markov moves out of range.
Maximov tries to bum rush Markov with a series of wild strikes but Markov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Markov throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Maximov.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Markov might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Markov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Maximov jabs Markov right on the nose. Markov blinks but takes it well.
Maximov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Markov tests Maximov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
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!
Markov misses with a straight left.
Markov missing with a left hand there. Maximov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Maximov looks to land a combination but Markov avoids it well. #T4#
Maximov slips under a jab.
A big left from Markov misses.
Maximov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Markov.
Markov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Maximov.
Maximov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Maximov throws a body shot but no joy.
Maximov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Markov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maximov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Markov.
Maximov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Markov.
Markov throwing a counter right hand but Maximov manages to avoid it.
Markov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Maximov misses with a double jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Markov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Markov throws the left hand but Maximov avoids the punch easily.
Maximov takes one on the chin but seems OK.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gleb Maximov.
Well Maximov 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:29
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Gleb Maximov!

Event: Carnage 34
Date: Apr 08, 2017

#R1#
Nice straight punches there by Sensei. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sensei.
Nice uppercut there from Sensei.
Sensei has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Valhalla MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Berdnikov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Berdnikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sensei.
Sensei misses with a left hand
and Berdnikov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A punch lands to the side of Berdnikov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Sensei misses with a straight right.
Berdnikov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sensei cracks Berdnikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sensei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Berdnikov throws a body punch but Sensei moves out of range.
Sensei throws a right and a left that both miss.
Berdnikov throws a counter combo.
Sensei scores with a jab.
Sensei throws a series of strikes that have Berdnikov backpedaling. #T1#
A punch lands to the side of Berdnikov 's head but he takes it in his stride.#TD2#
Berdnikov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
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.
Sensei working a defensive guard here.
Berdnikov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Berdnikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Sensei is retaining full guard.
Sensei managing to control the position.
Sensei preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Berdnikov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Berdnikov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sensei has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Berdnikov has managed to get both his arms back between Sensei's legs - danger averted.
Sensei is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Berdnikov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sensei has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Berdnikov has managed to get both his arms back between Sensei's legs - danger averted.
Sensei avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Berdnikov preventing the sweep.
Berdnikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Sensei is retaining full guard.
Berdnikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Sensei is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sensei is pulling down on Berdnikov's head. It's preventing any offense from Berdnikov, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Berdnikov.
Good shot there by Sensei.
Sensei moves out of range of the strikes.
Sensei misses with a wild body shot.
Sensei throws out a loose jab but Berdnikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sensei cracks Berdnikov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sensei connects with a body shot that sends Berdnikov's belly button to the back.
Kylar Sensei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Berdnikov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Berdnikov throws a hook to the side of Sensei's head but Sensei sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sensei throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Berdnikov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Sensei with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sensei throws a one two combo.
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!
Sensei throws a right hand that misses
and Berdnikov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Berdnikov misses with a right hand
and Sensei counters with a straight right hand.
Sensei waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Berdnikov.
Sensei comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Nice shot by Sensei.
Sensei misses with a hook #TD2#
and Berdnikov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Sensei is not content to let Berdnikov control the position.
Berdnikov throwing shots but Sensei is blocking nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kylar Sensei dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Sensei looks to score with a jab to the body but Berdnikov is just out of range.
Sensei misses with a body shot.
Berdnikov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Berdnikov blocks a jab.
Berdnikov misses with the combination.
Berdnikov throws a combination that misses
enabling Sensei to counter with a crisp jab.
Sensei is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Berdnikov can do to turn this around?
Left hook, right uppercut from Sensei.
Berdnikov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Sensei counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Berdnikov.
Sensei lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sensei wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Sensei.
A nice side step and Berdnikov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sensei just misses with a punch to the body.
Berdnikov unleashes a big counter combination but Sensei bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Sensei lands a nice hook to Berdnikov's body. Berdnikov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sensei thuds a left hand into Berdnikov's body.
Sensei jabs Berdnikov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sensei throws a nice looking combination but Berdnikov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A jab from Berdnikov misses.
Sensei steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Berdnikov.
Berdnikov misses with the combination.
Sensei throwing a counter right hand but Berdnikov manages to avoid it.
Sensei cracks Berdnikov with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Sensei misses with a wild combination.
Sensei's corner calls for a 1-2. Sensei obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Sensei lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Berdnikov backs up against the cage.
Kylar Sensei is winning the standup battle so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Berdnikov throws a right and a left that both miss.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Berdnikov scores with a jab to the head.
Berdnikov slips a jab from Sensei.
Berdnikov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sensei throws a good cross that connects.
Berdnikov slips under a jab from Sensei.
Berdnikov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Berdnikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Berdnikov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sensei defends it well.
Sensei bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Berdnikov's head backwards.
Sensei connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Berdnikov momentarily.
Sensei throws a shot to the body.
Berdnikov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sensei swinging wildly here.
Sensei throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Berdnikov.
Sensei scores with a jab to the head.
Sensei lands a jab to the head. #T4#
Sensei throws a hook but Berdnikov blocks it.
Berdnikov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Berdnikov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sensei counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Berdnikov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sensei.
Sensei scores with a sloppy right hand. Berdnikov should have avoided that one.
Sensei smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Berdnikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sensei.
Sensei stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A jab from Sensei does it's job there.
Sensei throws a body punch but Berdnikov moves out of range.
Berdnikov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sensei defends it well.
Sensei swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Berdnikov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Kylar Sensei dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Sensei keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Berdnikov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Sensei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Berdnikov.
Nice defenses there by Berdnikov.
Nice sprawl there from Sensei as Berdnikov shoots in.
Sensei jabs at Berdnikov's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Berdnikov misses with a takedown attempt
and Sensei counters with a stiff right hand.
Kylar Sensei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexei Berdnikov.
Sensei lands a head shot.
Sensei throws a lazy right hand but Berdnikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Berdnikov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sensei.#T1#
Sensei swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Berdnikov.
Berdnikov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Berdnikov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sensei.
Berdnikov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Sensei connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Berdnikov's hands.
Berdnikov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Berdnikov avoids the body shot from Sensei.
Sensei misses with a hook.
Sensei scores with a nice head shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Sensei!
Berdnikov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kylar Sensei is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Berdnikov is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sensei misses with a double jab.
Berdnikov dives in and grabs Sensei's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sensei pushes down on Berdnikov's head and hops out.
Sensei lands a jab.
Nice defenses there by Berdnikov.
Nice straight punches there by Sensei. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sensei.
Berdnikov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sensei takes one to the chin there.
Sensei connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sensei lands a slapping body shot.
Sensei moves out of range as Berdnikov strikes.
Sensei connects with a body shot.#T3#
Sensei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Berdnikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Sensei.
Berdnikov shoots in looking for a takedown. Sensei tries to sprawl out of it but Berdnikov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sensei manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sensei lands with a good body shot.
Sensei bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Berdnikov's head.
Sensei looks to land a combination but Berdnikov avoids it well.
Berdnikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alexei Berdnikov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Some wild striking there from Berdnikov.
Sensei looks to land a combination. Berdnikov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sensei connects with a right hand. Berdnikov shakes it off.
Berdnikov throws out a loose jab but Sensei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nice body punch from Sensei.
Berdnikov moves away from the strike by Sensei.
It seemed like Berdnikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sensei works Berdnikov's body with a nice hook.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Berdnikov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sensei finds it's way round the side to connect with Berdnikov's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kylar Sensei showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Sensei, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight for Kylar Sensei!
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight for Kylar Sensei!
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight for Kylar Sensei!

Kylar Sensei wins by unanimous decision!
During a confident post fight interview, Kylar Sensei thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

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