Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 13 Collins v Cartwright
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Zaire misses with a straight right.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Zaire breaks away and moves out of range.
Zaire fails with the takedown.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zaire. Aebersold does a little dance to reset his feet.#TD#
Aebersold gets the takedown into side control.
Aebersold fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Zaire is looking to regain half guard here but Aebersold keeps moving and retains side control.
Aebersold creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Zaire sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Zaire manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Aebersold is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zaire sees it coming and defends easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Aebersold is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Aebersold is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zaire has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Zaire tries to roll over but Aebersold keeps him under control.#SUB#
Aebersold is working for a kimura but Zaire is defending it quite comfortably.
Zaire is trying to get back to full guard.
Aebersold is pressing down on Zaire's thigh, looking to free his foot. Zaire is holding on for now.
Aebersold passes the guard and advances to mount! #T2#
Zaire tries to hold on but Aebersold postures up.
Aebersold wants to control the action but instead Zaire gets a body lock and reverses into Aebersold's guard! Nice work!
Zaire won't allow Aebersold to sweep him here.
Zaire landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for subs off his back but Zaire has passed one foot through into half guard.
Zaire missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Aebersold trying to get back to full guard but Zaire takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T3#
Aebersold sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Aebersold avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zaire.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Aebersold is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zaire pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back.
Aebersold avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zaire.
Zaire has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Aebersold tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Aebersold is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T4##SUB2#
Zaire goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Aebersold turns into him and now he's in Zaire's guard.
Aebersold in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aebersold lands a couple of digs.
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Zaire is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Zaire is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Zaire looking for a guillotine here but Aebersold defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aebersold pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zaire is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Gregoire Aebersold will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Zaire fails with a takedown attempt.
Zaire just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromAebersold.#CL#
Aebersold gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Aebersold jumps into guard, dragging Zaire to the mat.
Aebersold controls Zaire momentarily but Zaire frees himself.
Zaire lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Aebersold working a defensive guard here.
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T1#
Aebersold trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Zaire escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Aebersold gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Aebersold looking to sit in guard and control but Zaire gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Zaire missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Aebersold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Aebersold not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Aebersold working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zaire doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zaire manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Zaire passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
Aebersold gets back to half guard.
Zaire working the head and body with strikes.
Aebersold is trying to get back to full guard.
Aebersold gets back to full guard.
Zaire looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Zaire is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Aebersold looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zaire is one step ahead there.
Aebersold avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Zaire thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
Zaire trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold wants to hit a sweep here but Zaire passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Aebersold there!
Zaire working the ground and pound effectively.
Aebersold tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Aebersold is working hard here to advance position.
Zaire working Aebersold over with strikes here.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position but Zaire isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
BOOM! Zaire connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Abdullah Zaire has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zaire working the ground and pound effectively.
Aebersold is in all sorts of trouble here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aebersold bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Aebersold trying to control but Zaire is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Aebersold avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Aebersold is looking to advance position but Zaire has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdullah Zaire showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Aebersold's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Zaire enables Aebersold to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Zaire manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Zaire looking to control but Aebersold passes into half guard.
Zaire blocking the ground and pound attempt from Aebersold.
Zaire trying to control from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zaire manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Zaire working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Aebersold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaire can't keep his opponent in guard - Aebersold advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Aebersold is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Zaire is in trouble now - Aebersold has advanced to mount! #T1#
Aebersold lands a big elbow.
Aebersold trying to control but Zaire is having none of it.
Zaire is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Aebersold unloads with some shots from mount but Zaire bucks and avoids them well.
Aebersold throws some wild stikes that Zaire manages to avoid easily.
Aebersold with the ground and pound from mount. #SUB#
Aebersold goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Zaire turns into him and now he's in Aebersold's guard. #SUB#
Aebersold working for a triangle but Zaire defends it easily. #T2##SUB2#
Zaire thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Aebersold has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zaire is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Aebersold.
Aebersold is looking for a sweep.
Zaire misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
The strikes coming from Zaire are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Aebersold tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Zaire is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Aebersold has escaped the position, nice work there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zaire throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#T3#
Zaire misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards. #SUB2#
Zaire tries for a kimura but Aebersold is defending well.
Zaire is working Aebersold over with some ground and pound from side control.
Aebersold is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Zaire is looking for a kimura but Aebersold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zaire to get the leverage.
Aebersold slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold keeping moving, preventing Zaire from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Aebersold looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Aebersold is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T4#
Aebersold looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zaire working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Aebersold is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Zaire avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Aebersold.
Aebersold throwing shots but Zaire is blocking nicely.
Aebersold trying to mount his opponent but Zaire defends it.
Aebersold is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Zaire has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zaire trying to control the position.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gregoire Aebersold!
Gregoire Aebersold thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: RSE 61: Hopeless
Date: Mar 20, 2024

#R1#
Uhp throws out a loose jab but Chibaclov uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Chibaclov scores with a takedown into Uhp's guard.
Chibaclov trying to control the position from guard on top but Uhp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chibaclov passes Uhp's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chibaclov is trying to control. Uhp wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Uhp wants to control but Chibaclov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Uhp knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Uhp is trying to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Uhp sees it coming and defends easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Uhp can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chibaclov is trying to control the action in half guard but Uhp is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Uhp pushes Chibaclov off looking to stand but Chibaclov dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Chibaclov not doing much here.
Chibaclov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Uhp to regain full guard.
Uhp really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chibaclov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Chibaclov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chibaclov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Uhp is wriggling around but Chibaclov manages to pass to half guard. #SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Uhp is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov is looking to advance position but Uhp won't allow it. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chibaclov stops Uhp from getting back to his feet. #SU#
Chibaclov decides to stand up.
Chibaclov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Chibaclov moves in looking to clinch but Uhp pushes him off.
Chibaclov has his takedown stuffed
and Uhp connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chibaclov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Uhp.
Uhp lands a really nice looking cross but Chibaclov seems unphased.
Chibaclov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Uhp tries to avoid it but Chibaclov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Uhp to the ground. Uhp escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chibaclov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Uhp sprawls well. Uhp wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Uhp on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uhp circles away from the clinch attempt
and Uhp counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Uhp misses the jab.
Uhp throws the left hand but Chibaclov avoids the punch easily.
Uhp keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Uhp loads up on a big right hand but Chibaclov slips the punch.
Chibaclov is looking to counter punch.
Uhp cracks a nice hook into Chibaclov's ribs.
Chibaclov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chibaclov blocks a jab.
Uhp throws a hook but Chibaclov avoids it easily.#T4#
Uhp scores with a punch to the head.
Good exchange - Uhp coming out on top.
A big left from Uhp misses.
Chibaclov shoots and misses
and Uhp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chibaclov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Uhp to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Uhp throws an overhand right that lands on Chibaclov's shoulder, as Chibaclov tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Uhp finds it's way through Chibaclov's defenses.
Chibaclov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Uhp to score with a decent uppercut.
Light Uhp is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Chibaclov.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Chibaclov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Uhp has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Light Uhp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chibaclov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uhp.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Light Uhp dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Uhp punishes Chibaclov's body with a nice straight punch.
Uhp displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chibaclov.
Chibaclov tries to clinch but Uhp moves out of range.
Uhp just misses with a punch to the body.
Chibaclov avoids the body shot from Uhp.
Chibaclov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uhp.
Uhp cracks a nice hook into Chibaclov's ribs.
Chibaclov shoots in looking for a takedown. Uhp tries to sprawl out of it but Chibaclov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Uhp manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp throws a jab but it's blocked by Chibaclov.
Chibaclov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Uhp looks to throw the jab but Chibaclov is out of range.
Chibaclov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Uhp as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Chibaclov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chibaclov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uhp.
Chibaclov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Uhp misses the target.
Chibaclov is looking to counter the offense by Uhp and move into the clinch.
Chibaclov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Uhp throws out the jab.
Chibaclov attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.
Uhp cracks Chibaclov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Chibaclov dives in for a single leg takedown but Uhp sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Uhp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chibaclov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Uhp pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Uhp works on Chibaclov's body with a couple of short punches.
Chibaclov is trying to maintain a safe position but Uhp gets an underhook and turns Chibaclov into the cage.
Uhp working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Uhp creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Chibaclov misses with the head strike.
Uhp scores with a nice hook to the head.
Uhp digs a right hand underneath Chibaclov's ribcage. Chibaclov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Uhp lands a hook that snaps the head of Chibaclov 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!
Uhp lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Uhp lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
Chibaclov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Uhp lands with a left to the head.
Uhp lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Uhp has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Uhp cracks Chibaclov with a nice body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Uhp.
Uhp lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
Uhp lands with a right to the head.
Uhp lands a shot to the body.
Uhp lands a body shot.
Uhp pushes Chibaclov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Uhp - that landed with a thud.
Uhp lands with a short shot to the head.
Uhp lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Uhp. #ROC2#Chibaclov is rocked!
Uhp working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Oh Chibaclov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Uhp lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Chibaclov.
Chibaclov takes a shot to the head.
Uhp cracks Chibaclov with a nice body shot.
Uhp scores with a nice hook to the head.
Uhp taking a breather.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Uhp.
Uhp working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Uhp softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Uhp lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Uhp.
Still in the clinch, Uhp scores with a nice short uppercut.
Uhp pushes Chibaclov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot in the inside from Uhp.
Uhp throws a big uppercut that drops Chibaclov! More strikes from Uhp and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Chibaclov lies dazed against the cage as Uhp celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Light Uhp!

Event: RSE 57: Thorns Of Desolation
Date: Mar 06, 2024

#R1#
Clarkint fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hanma looks to score with a jab to the body but Clarkint is just out of range.
Clarkint uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hanma.
Hanma swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hanma fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Clarkint manages to avoid it.
Clarkint looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Clarkint tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hanma swivels and escapes.
Hanma swats away the attempt to clinch by Clarkint.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clarkint uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hanma.
Hanma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Clarkint tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hanma paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Clarkint tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hanma paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Yuujiro Hanma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Hanma looks to score with a jab to the body but Clarkint is just out of range.
Hanma throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Clarkint wants to clinch
letting Hanma counter with a right hand.
Clarkint uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hanma.
Clarkint closes the distance but Hanma moves to the side
and Clarkint takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Clarkint connects with an inside leg kick.
Hanma misses with a body shot.
Hanma swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Clarkint appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hanma fails to land with a series of punches. #T2#
Hanma just misses with a punch to the body.
Hanma takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hanma's corner calls for a 1-2. Hanma obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hanma thuds a left hand into Clarkint's body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hanma looks to land a combination but Clarkint avoids it well.
As Hanma tries to get set, Clarkint tries to push him back and clinch up but Hanma manages to avoid the attempt.
Clarkint is looking to clinch but Hanma is avoiding it.
Hanma gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Clarkint.
No joy there for Hanma, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hanma misses with a body shot.
Clarkint avoids the body shot from Hanma.
Clarkint wants to clinch up but Hanma keeps it at a distance.#T3#
Hanma misses with a body shot.
Clarkint tries to counter by clinching up but Hanma breaks away and moves out of range.
Hanma avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Hanma! Clarkint is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yuujiro Hanma!
Yuujiro Hanma took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sakura Style for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: RSE 54: Journey To The End
Date: Feb 25, 2024

#R1#
Chabazian shoots in for a takedown but TheNineteenth shows good takedown defense.
TheNineteenth misses with a looping right.
Chabazian looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Chabazian shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says TheNineteenth as he avoids it easily.
TheNineteenth was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
RollBack TheNineteenth seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
TheNineteenth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chabazian.
Chabazian wants to counter with a clinch but TheNineteenth pushes him away.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
TheNineteenth defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chabazian.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edmond Chabazian.
TheNineteenth fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've been told by TheNineteenth's head coaches at Top of Food Chain that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
TheNineteenth throws a jab when Chabazian was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chabazian dodges the punch combination from TheNineteenth. #TD2#
Chabazian shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in TheNineteenth's guard.#T1#
Chabazian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. TheNineteenth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
TheNineteenth wants to stand up but Chabazian is controlling him.
Chabazian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chabazian wants to control from the top but TheNineteenth keeps moving. #SUB2#
Chabazian thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
TheNineteenth wants to get back to his feet but Chabazian is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chabazian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chabazian with a flurry of punches that miss.
Chabazian won't allow TheNineteenth to sweep him here.
Chabazian looking to pass the guard.
Chabazian is working TheNineteenth over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
TheNineteenth wants to stand but Chabazian is controlling the position.
Chabazian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Chabazian throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as TheNineteenth works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chabazian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. TheNineteenth is keeping the position for now.
Chabazian stops TheNineteenth from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
TheNineteenth misses with a hook #TD2#
and Chabazian counters with a nice double leg into guard.
TheNineteenth bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chabazian's guard. #REVR#
Chabazian has a closed guard, preventing TheNineteenth from standing up.
Chabazian looking to hit a scissor sweep but TheNineteenth is one step ahead there. #T3#
Chabazian looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
TheNineteenth preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chabazian is on top in guard. #REVB#
TheNineteenth tries to land a sweep but no joy.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Chabazian has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Chabazian advances position into side control!
Chabazian scoring with punches and elbows.
Chabazian landing strikes.
Chabazian prevents TheNineteenth from escaping the position.#T4#
Chabazian lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Chabazian working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Chabazian cracks TheNineteenth with a big right hand but TheNineteenth just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Chabazian wants to control but TheNineteenth is keeping him busy.
Chabazian connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused TheNineteenth some visible discomfort.
TheNineteenth is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Chabazian has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Chabazian is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. TheNineteenth knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Chabazian is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but TheNineteenth is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
TheNineteenth with a nice cross.
TheNineteenth throws a big shot that misses.
Chabazian has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Chabazian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
TheNineteenth throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Chabazian sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Chabazian feints the counter takedown.
Chabazian ducks under a wild hook from TheNineteenth.
TheNineteenth's jab looks to have found its range, popping Chabazian under the eye.
TheNineteenth throws a series of punches but Chabazian avoids them all with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TheNineteenth stuffs the takedown attempt from Chabazian. Chabazian gets slowly back to his feet.
TheNineteenth feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Chabazians jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Chabazian gets cracked with a nice right hand there by TheNineteenth.
Good exchange - Chabazian coming out on top.
TheNineteenth loads up on a big right hand but Chabazian slips the punch.
Chabazian shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts TheNineteenth as he jumps to the side.
TheNineteenth swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
RollBack TheNineteenth is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
TheNineteenth moves into range and connects with a jab.
TheNineteenth lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
TheNineteenth lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A big right from TheNineteenth misses. #T2#
TheNineteenth missing with a left hand there. Chabazian was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chabazian doesn't succeed with the takedown
and TheNineteenth counters with a straight right hand.
RollBack TheNineteenth has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edmond Chabazian.
TheNineteenth misses with an uppercut. Chabazian saw that one coming.
TheNineteenth waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chabazian.
Chabazian with the counter takedown but TheNineteenth avoids it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chabazian takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
TheNineteenth misses with a straight left.
TheNineteenth looks to throw the jab but Chabazian is out of range.
TheNineteenth scores with a nice head shot.
Chabazian moves away from the strike by TheNineteenth.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by TheNineteenth.#T3#
TheNineteenth clobbers Chabazian with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #ROC#Chabazian is rocked!
TheNineteenth throws a lazy right hand but Chabazian sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chabazian is still on wobbly legs! Can TheNineteenth finish him?#TD2#
Chabazian shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. TheNineteenth manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Chabazian seems to have recovered his senses.
Chabazian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Edmond Chabazian has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chabazian passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Chabazian staying calm.#SUB2#
Chabazian looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
TheNineteenth on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if TheNineteenth tries to get out of the position.#T4#
An elbow from Chabazian crashes against the mat. #SUB2#
Chabazian looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
TheNineteenth knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Chabazian on the ground.
TheNineteenth stops Chabazian from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Chabazian is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, TheNineteenth has escaped the position, nice work there.
TheNineteenth is trying to control Chabazian's posture but Chabazian avoids it.
TheNineteenth is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
TheNineteenth wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Chabazian has ideas of his own. He's got hold of TheNineteenth's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! TheNineteenth is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Chabazian!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Edmond Chabazian!
A very excited looking Edmond Chabazian 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: HZN 7 Choi v Nomura
Date: Feb 17, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Legrand throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Aebersold tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Legrand is in Aebersold's guard.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Legrand tries to pass.
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Aebersold is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Aebersold with a flurry of punches that miss.
Legrand 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.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Legrand keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Aebersold accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legrand 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#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Legrand scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Aebersold wants to improve his position but Legrand is controlling well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Aebersold works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Legrand trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Aebersold trying to keep a closed guard but Legrand is proving a slippery customer.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Legrand manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##SUB#
Aebersold drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Aebersold jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Legrand wants to stand up but Aebersold is controlling him. #ES2#
Legrand kicks Aebersold off and gets to his feet. #TD#
Legrand tries to sprawl but Aebersold drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Aebersold throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aebersold trying to pass the guard but Legrand defending well. #ES2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Legrand manages to escape and get back to his feet!
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!#TD2#
Legrand closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Aebersold quickly recovers to half guard.#T2##SUB2#
Legrand is looking for a kimura but Aebersold is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Legrand to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Legrand is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aebersold defends it well.
Aebersold 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.#SUB2#
Legrand wants to work for an arm triangle but Aebersold is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Aebersold trying to control here. #SUB#
Aebersold is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Legrand pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are battling for position here. Aebersold manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold wants to sweep but no luck.
Legrand trying to stand up but can't free himself from Aebersold's guard.#SUB#
Aebersold throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Legrand tries to pass. #T3#
Aebersold has a closed guard, preventing Legrand from standing up.
Legrand looking to pass the guard.
Aebersold working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Legrand.
Legrand tries to stand but Aebersold is controlling from the bottom.
Legrand trying to control but Aebersold is working from the bottom.
Aebersold is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Aebersold is trying to work for a kimura but Legrand is defending well.
Aebersold takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Aebersold wants to take a breather but Legrand is having none of it.
Legrand tries to roll over but Aebersold keeps him under control.#SUB#
Aebersold is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Legrand tries to kick Aebersold off but Aebersold keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Legrand moves into full guard.
Aebersold passes Legrand's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Legrand wants to improve his position but Aebersold is controlling well.
Legrand is trying to stand back up but Aebersold is controlling him
Legrand is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Aebersold moves nicely into side control.
Aebersold trying to control the action but Legrand is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Fernand Legrand will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Aebersold is trying hard to land a takedown here. Legrand sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Legrand shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Legrand wants to take a breather but Aebersold is having none of it.
Legrand might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Aebersold haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Legrand thows a huge punch but Aebersold dodges it nicely.
Aebersold is trying to control but can't.
Aebersold tries to roll over but Legrand keeps him under control.
Legrand tries to stand and escape but Aebersold is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Aebersold looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Aebersold is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Legrand is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Aebersold is trying to control but can't.
It looks like Legrand is going to stand back up.
Aebersold slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Aebersold manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Legrand manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Legrand keeping moving, preventing Aebersold from controlling successfully.
Aebersold trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Legrand is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Legrand managing to control the position.
Aebersold stops Legrand from standing up. #T2#
Aebersold in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Aebersold prevents Legrand from getting back to his feet.
Aebersold wants to control from the top but Legrand keeps moving.
Aebersold prevents Legrand from getting back to his feet.
Aebersold is in close to Legrand's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Legrand 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#
Fernand Legrand has got the better of the ground game so far.
Legrand is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Aebersold regains full guard. Nicely done.
Legrand postures up.
Legrand postures up and lands a big shot to Aebersold's brow.
Legrand is in close to Aebersold's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Aebersold is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Legrand working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T3#
Aebersold thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Legrand wants to get up but he can't break Aebersold's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Aebersold is trying to control the position but Legrand postures up.
Legrand must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Legrand tries to free his leg and advance position but Aebersold is retaining full guard. #SU2#
Legrand gets to his feet - Aebersold follows without any prompting.
Aebersold keeps the fight on the outside.
Legrand looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aebersold tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Legrand manages to circle out of the way.
Legrand tries to clinch but Aebersold is having none of it.
Legrand shoots for a double leg takedown but Aebersold sprawls well. He's pushed Legrand's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Aebersold fails with a takedown attempt. #T4#
Legrand throws a shot from downtown. Aebersold moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Legrand closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Legrand is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Aebersold can't fight it off and eventually Legrand manages to take the fight to the floor. Aebersold looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Aebersold 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#
Aebersold is looking for a triangle but Legrand pushes his legs off easily.
Legrand wants to stand but Aebersold is controlling his posture from full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Legrand stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fernand Legrand showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Legrand takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Legrand lands a takedown into guard.
Legrand is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR#
Aebersold preventing the sweep.
Legrand controls Aebersold momentarily but Aebersold frees himself.
Aebersold is looking to work some ground and pound but Legrand has wrist control.
Legrand is adopting a defensive guard.
Aebersold pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Legrand is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Legrand not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Aebersold passes Legrand's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Aebersold is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Aebersold prevents Legrand from improving his position.
Legrand won't allow Aebersold to pass to mount.
Legrand makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Legrand.#SUB2#
Legrand isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Aebersold stacks Legrand on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Aebersold!
Legrand is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Aebersold wants to free his trapped foot but Legrand is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Legrand looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Aebersold scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Legrand tries to kick Aebersold off but Aebersold keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Aebersold sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Legrand defending well though.
Aebersold is pressing down on Legrand's thigh, looking to free his foot. Legrand is holding on for now.
Legrand gets back to full guard. #T2#
Aebersold wants to pass the guard but Legrand is keeping the position.
Aebersold passes Legrand's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #ES2#
Legrand manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Legrand keeps it at a distance.
Aebersold leaves Legrand with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aebersold with a lazy takedown attempt
and Aebersold takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Aebersold gets caught flat footed, as Legrand shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Aebersold controls Legrand momentarily but Legrand frees himself.
Legrand wants to stand but Aebersold has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #T3#
Aebersold lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Legrand tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Legrand is on top in guard. #REVB#
Legrand takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Legrand postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Legrand stopping the sweep attempt from Aebersold.
Legrand trying to control the position from guard on top but Aebersold is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Aebersold 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.
Legrand trying to stand up but can't free himself from Aebersold's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Aebersold is on top in guard. #REVR##T4#
Legrand 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.
Aebersold passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Aebersold grinds an elbow into Legrand's temple.
Aebersold throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#SUB#
Aebersold is trying to get an arm triangle but Legrand is defending well.
Legrand is looking for a sweep.
Legrand manages to get back to half guard.
Aebersold wants to free his trapped foot but Legrand is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Aebersold works his foot free and advances to mount.
Gregoire Aebersold has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fernand Legrand is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Legrand tries to get back to half guard but can't.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Gregoire Aebersold.
Well Legrand 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 28:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Fernand Legrand!
During a confident post fight interview, Fernand Legrand thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: RSE 49: Bloodbath
Date: Feb 14, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Dienekes shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dienekes controlling the action here.
Dienekes works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dienekes controlling his opponent.
Dienekes prevents Chibaclov from getting the reversal.
Dienekes trying to control but Chibaclov is having none of it.
Chibaclov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov gets back to full guard.
Dienekes stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.#T1#
Chibaclov is trying to keep Dienekes in close.
Dienekes 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.
Chibaclov can't keep his opponent in guard - Dienekes advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chibaclov trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Dienekes has latched onto it... Big trouble! Dienekes pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Chibaclov is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Dienekes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Doric Dienekes! Doric Dienekes retains his middleweight title!

Event: RSE 44: Eye-Licker
Date: Jan 31, 2024

#R1#
Rusev shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Chabazian to counter with a crisp jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rusev.
Rusev shoots in for a takedown but Chabazian shows good takedown defense.
Edmond Chabazian has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexander Rusev.
Rusev fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Chabazian shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Rusev defends it nicely.
Rusev fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chabazian avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rusev doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Chabazian counters with a takedown into side control.
Chabazian lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Rusev down. #T1#
Rusev is looking to reverse the position.
Chabazian in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Chabazian wants to control but Rusev is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Chabazian is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rusev is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rusev stops Chabazian from passing to mount.
Rusev is looking for a sweep.
Rusev managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Chabazian. #SUB#
Chabazian tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Chabazian swings around for an armbar but Rusev sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Chabazian's guard.#T2#
Chabazian looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rusev is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Chabazian throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Chabazian keeping moving, preventing Rusev from controlling successfully.
Chabazian controls Rusev momentarily but Rusev frees himself.
Rusev preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Rusev avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rusev won't allow Chabazian to sweep him here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rusev accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rusev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Chabazian's head.#T3#
Chabazian controls Rusev momentarily but Rusev frees himself.
Rusev stopping the sweep attempt from Chabazian.
Rusev tries to free his leg and advance position but Chabazian is retaining full guard.
Rusev content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Rusev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Chabazian is keeping the position for now.
Rusev postures up.
Chabazian looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Chabazian has his foot on Rusev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rusev works his way back into a safe position though.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rusev's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Rusev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Chabazian's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rusev is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Chabazian looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chabazian manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rusev manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T4#
Chabazian with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Rusev wants to sweep but no luck.
Rusev is controlling Chabazian's posture.
Chabazian won't allow Rusev to sweep him here.
Chabazian stands up over Rusev, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Chabazian will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Chabazian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Rusev trying to control the position.
Chabazian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rusev looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chabazian is one step ahead there.
Rusev is trying to control the position but Chabazian postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Chabazian slaps away a takedown attempt from Rusev, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Chabazian half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Chabazian is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rusev can do to turn this around?
A looping hook to the body misses from Chabazian. Rusev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chabazian slaps away a takedown attempt from Rusev, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rusev wants to clinch but Chabazian slips to the side#TD#
and Chabazian decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rusev's guard.
Chabazian trying to control the position from guard on top but Rusev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Rusev working for a triangle but Chabazian defends it easily.
Chabazian postures up and lands a big shot to Rusev's brow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chabazian trying to control but Rusev is working from the bottom.
Rusev tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chabazian has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Rusev can't keep his opponent in guard - Chabazian advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chabazian takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Chabazian looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rusev taking some punishment here, with Chabazian in his half guard.
Chabazian throwing shots but Rusev is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Chabazian is looking for a kimura here.
Chabazian scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB2#
Rusev looking for submissions off his back.
Rusev wants to improve his position but Chabazian is controlling well. #T2#
Rusev keeps trying to improve his position.
Chabazian wants to take a breather but Rusev is having none of it. #SUB#
Chabazian is working for a submission of some sort.
Chabazian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Rusev is refusing to be controlled, as Chabazian sits in half guard. #SUB#
Chabazian is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Chabazian throwing shots but Rusev is blocking nicely.
Chabazian prevents Rusev from improving his position.#T3#
Rusev manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Chabazian drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Rusev manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Chabazian has Rusev in his guard.#REVB#
Rusev is working Chabazian over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Chabazian is trying to keep Rusev in close.
Rusev postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chabazian is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Chabazian got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rusev has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chabazian has managed to get both his arms back between Rusev's legs - danger averted.
Chabazian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
Chabazian advances to half guard. #SUB#
Chabazian seems to be looking for submissions.
Chabazian looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rusev is looking to improve his position.
Chabazian throwing shots but Rusev is blocking nicely.
Rusev is trying to control but can't.
Chabazian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Rusev is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chabazian's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chabazian's back!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chabazian tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rusev lands a big elbow.
Rusev landing strikes from the mount.
Chabazian is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Rusev.
Rusev shoots and misses #TD#
and Chabazian counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Rusev is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chabazian trying to control the position from guard on top but Rusev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rusev pulls Chabazian in close to his closed guard and prevents Chabazian from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chabazian sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Rusev's guard. #SUB#
Chabazian is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rusev has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB#
Chabazian is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Rusev still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Rusev has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Chabazian tries to bench press Rusev off him but Rusev keeps the position.
Chabazian is working hard here to advance position.
Rusev trying to control the action but Chabazian is working from the bottom.
Rusev scores with a couple of short elbows.
Rusev working the ground and pound.#SUB2#
Rusev tries for a kimura but Chabazian is defending well.
Chabazian manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Chabazian taking some punishment here, with Rusev in his half guard.
Chabazian moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Rusev wants to control from the top but Chabazian keeps moving.
Rusev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Rusev throws a big elbow that misses.
Chabazian is looking to sweep but instead, Rusev has passed into half guard.
Rusev tries to pass to full mount but Chabazian defends it. #SUB2#
Rusev is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Rusev is looking for a kimura but Chabazian is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Rusev to get the leverage.
Chabazian slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Chabazian looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T3#
Chabazian seems keen to control Rusev's posture.
Rusev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Chabazian's head.
Rusev preventing the sweep.
Rusev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Chabazian swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Chabazian working for a triangle but Rusev defends it easily. #SUB#
Chabazian is looking for a triangle but Rusev pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Rusev's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Alexander Rusev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chabazian looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rusev is fighting to break Chabazian's control of his arms but Chabazian is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Rusev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Chabazian's head.
Edmond Chabazian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Rusev lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Chabazian wants to sweep but no luck.
Chabazian manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rusev manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Chabazian pushing down on Rusev's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Rusev looking for submissions off his back.
Rusev gets full guard.
Rusev striking from the bottom.
Chabazian chips away with some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rusev trying to keep a closed guard but Chabazian is proving a slippery customer.
Rusev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chabazian.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Edmond Chabazian.
Well Chabazian has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edmond Chabazian!
A very excited looking Edmond Chabazian 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: RSE 41: Burial
Date: Jan 20, 2024

#R1#
Nice body punch from Hartford.
Hartford tries a head kick but it misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Hartford lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Clarkint has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Clarkint and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
No joy there for Hartford, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Clarkint moves in looking to clinch but Hartford pushes him off.
Hartford tries to land a leg kick but Clarkint saw it coming and moves away.
Hartford swings for the body but Clarkint moves out of range.
Clarkint tries to close the distance and clinch but Hartford swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hartford turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Clarkint takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Clarkint displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hartford throws out the jab.
Clarkint feints a counter leg kick.
Clarkint tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hartford paws at him with a jab and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hartford lands with a nice body punch.
Clarkint blocks the body kick.
Hartford swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hartford throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Clarkint blocks the body kick.
Clarkint tries to clinch but Hartford moves out of range.
Hartford throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Clarkint wants to clinch.
Hartford throws a hook but Clarkint blocks it.
Hartford tries a head kick but it misses.
Clarkint's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hartford connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Clarkint scrambles back to his feet.
Clarkint throws a head kick that misses.
Hartford finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Hartford definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hartford circles away from the clinch attempt.
Clarkint shoots in for a double leg but Hartford sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hartford lands a glancing blow to the side of Clarkint's head.
Clarkint tries to clinch there but Hartford circles away. #T2#
Hartford stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hartford throws a body punch but Clarkint moves out of range.
Clarkint looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Clarkint avoids the head kick by Hartford.
Clarkint throws a sloppy head kick and Hartford moves out of range easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Clarkint blocks the leg kick.
Clarkint sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Clarkint takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hartford lands a nice leg kick that just misses Clarkint's sensitive parts.
Clarkint takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Clarkint is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Clarkint tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Clarkint blocks the body kick. #T3#
Nice straight punches there by Hartford. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Hartford.
Hartford just misses with a punch to the body.
Hartford throws a lazy head kick
and Clarkint counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Clarkint scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Clarkint misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hartford.
Hartford throws a front kick aimed at Clarkint's knee but Clarkint avoids it well.
Clarkint tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hartford manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hartford throws a jab but it's blocked by Clarkint.
Clarkint wants to counter with a clinch but Hartford pushes him away.
Hartford is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Hartford swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Clarkint.
Hartford moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Hartford lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Clarkint on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Clarkint slips under a jab.
Hartford missing with a left hand there. Clarkint was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Clarkint takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hartford paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC#Clarkint is rocked!
Hartford knocks out Clarkint with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Hartford before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Hartford picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Stratton Hartford!

Event: RSE 39.5: Dawning of Chaos
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Chibaclov misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Le Strange counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Le Strange looking to pass the guard.
Le Strange slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Le Strange controlling from side mount.
Chibaclov is trying to improve his position.
Chibaclov is working hard here to advance position.
Chibaclov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Le Strange off and has taken his back!
Le Strange tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Chibaclov tightening his grip on Le Strange, looking for the choke.
Le Strange tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Le Strange 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.#T1#
Le Strange tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chibaclov wants to control the pace but Le Strange is squirming around nicely.
Le Strange wants to control but Chibaclov is having none of it.
Chibaclov moves to back control. #SUB#
Chibaclov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Le Strange is defending well though. Chibaclov let's go of the attempt for now.
You can see the frustration on Le Strange's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Le Strange keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Le Strange defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Le Strange just trying to survive but Chibaclov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Chibaclov keeps control of the position as Le Strange tries to break free. #T2##SUB#
Chibaclov working for the choke.
You can see the frustration on Le Strange's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Le Strange can't escape the position. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking for the RNC.
You can see the frustration on Le Strange's face� He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking for the choke from the back.
Chibaclov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Le Strange can't escape the position.
Le Strange is trying to get back to his feet but Chibaclov has full control of the position and if anything, Le Strange has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Chibaclov is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Le Strange. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Will Chibaclov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #SUB#
Chibaclov goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Le Strange escapes and is now in half guard on top. #T3#
Chibaclov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chibaclov.
Le Strange trying to control the position from guard on top but Chibaclov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chibaclov trying to control the position.
Le Strange advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Le Strange is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chibaclov defends it well.
Chibaclov wants to get back to full guard.
Chibaclov is trying to maintain the position but Le Strange is very close to passing his half guard.
Chibaclov wants to improve his position but Le Strange is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Le Strange seems to be working for a kimura but Chibaclov defends the submission attempt.
Chibaclov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chibaclov is looking to control Le Strange's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chibaclov avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Le Strange is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Le Strange is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Chibaclov is just riding it out for now. Le Strange eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov is pressing down on Le Strange's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL#
Chibaclov darts in and clinches Le Strange up against the cage.
Chibaclov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Le Strange walks away with a smile on his face. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Chibaclov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Le Strange drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Chibaclov defends it well.#TD#
Chibaclov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Matteo Chibaclov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Le Strange tries to get to full guard but Chibaclov has control of the leg.
Le Strange moves into full guard.
Le Strange wants to sweep but no luck.
Chibaclov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chibaclov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Le Strange can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Strange trying to control here. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chibaclov is keen to just control but Le Strange is a slippery customer.#T1#
Le Strange wants to control but Chibaclov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chibaclov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Le Strange is working to get back to half guard.
Le Strange in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Chibaclov lands a nice shot to the head.
Chibaclov with a couple of short strikes.
Le Strange is looking to get to half guard.
Chibaclov fails to move to back control.
Le Strange tries to lock up and control but Chibaclov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Le Strange gets back to half guard.#T2#
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Le Strange is having none of it. #SUB#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Le Strange sees it coming and defends easily.
Chibaclov winds up and cracks Le Strange with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Le Strange is not content to let Chibaclov control the position.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Chibaclov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Le Strange does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Le Strange is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chibaclov pulls his head out easily.
Le Strange is breathing heavily.
Le Strange has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chibaclov is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Le Strange is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chibaclov pulls his head out easily.
Chibaclov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Le Strange keeps working. #SUB#
Le Strange is defending against the submission attempts here by Chibaclov. #SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Le Strange is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Le Strange knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Le Strange sees it coming and defends easily.
Chibaclov is looking to take a break and control but Le Strange is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Le Strange taking some punishment here, with Chibaclov in his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura but Le Strange is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chibaclov to get the leverage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that second round.
That's time! Chibaclov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Chibaclov fails to land the takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Chibaclov as Le Strange shoots in.
As Le Strange tries to get set, Chibaclov tries to push him back and clinch up but Le Strange manages to avoid the attempt.
Chibaclov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Le Strange looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Le Strange fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Chibaclov sprawls well initially but Le Strange persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Le Strange is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Le Strange is trying to work for a kimura but Chibaclov is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chibaclov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Le Strange takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB#
Le Strange got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chibaclov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Le Strange has managed to get both his arms back between Chibaclov's legs - danger averted.
Le Strange stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.
Le Strange trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom.
Chibaclov is trying to keep Le Strange in close.
Le Strange loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chibaclov wants to sweep here but Le Strange controlling him for the moment.
Le Strange throwing strikes from guard but Chibaclov blocks nicely.
Le Strange wants to pass the guard but Chibaclov is keeping the position.
Le Strange wants to control from the top but Chibaclov keeps moving.
Le Strange preventing the sweep. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Le Strange throws a big elbow that misses.
Chibaclov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Le Strange is one step ahead there.
Chibaclov is trying to control the position but Le Strange postures up.
Chibaclov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Le Strange is one step ahead there.
Le Strange trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chibaclov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Matteo Chibaclov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gerath Le Strange.
Nice straight punches there by Chibaclov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chibaclov.#T3#
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Le Strange sprawls well. Le Strange wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet.
Le Strange changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Chibaclov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Le Strange trying to control but Chibaclov postures up.
Le Strange taking some punishment here, with Chibaclov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Chibaclov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.
Gerath Le Strange has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for a kimura from the bottom but Chibaclov passes into side control!#SU#
Chibaclov decides to stand back up. Chibaclov steps back and let's Le Strange get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Strange dodges the punch combination from Chibaclov.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matteo Chibaclov!
Matteo Chibaclov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HZN 2 Covington vs Marek
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Aebersold shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smith throws a big counter combination but Aebersold scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up but Smith swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Smith on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Smith stuffs the takedown attempt from Aebersold. Aebersold gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck for Aebersold with that takedown attempt.
It looked like Smith was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aebersold.
Mark Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gregoire Aebersold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith scores with a hook.#T1#
Aebersold is looking to clinch.
It looked like Smith was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aebersold.
Aebersold darts in trying to clinch
and Smith counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Aebersold misses with a shot to the body
and Smith counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Aebersold lands a nice hook to Smith's body. Smith takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Aebersold swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Smith counters with a right hand to the body.
Aebersold lands a nice leg kick that just misses Smith's sensitive parts.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Smith moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Aebersold throws a body kick that misses
and Smith connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Aebersold tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Smith was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Aebersold.
Aebersold punishes Smith's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aebersold shoots in looking for a takedown but Smith manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Aebersold's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Smith throws a shot from downtown. Aebersold moves away and avoids it.
Aebersold fails in his attempt to clinch.
Smith is looking to counter punch.#T3##CL2#
Aebersold has taken the fight to the clinch.
Smith lands a nice uppercut.
Smith can't find room to land a body shot as Aebersold controls the action.
Aebersold tries for a takedown. No joy.
Smith doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smith lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Aebersold or not.
Smith presses Aebersold against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Aebersold looks winded!
Smith lands a body punch.
A hook to the body from Smith.
Smith digs a right hand into Aebersold's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Aebersold's gas tank.
A short uppercut from Smith.
Smith lands a body punch in the clinch.
Smith lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Aebersold.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Smith creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Smith breaks the clinch.
Aebersold tries to clinch up
and Smith counters with a right hand from hell and Aebersold is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mark Smith!
Mark Smith bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: RSE 31: The Brimstone Gate
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Clarkint looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Clarkint doesn't manage to clinch there - Monroe circles away.
Monroe scores with a punch to the head.#CUT2#It looks like Jean Clarkint has been cut.
Clarkint has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Clarkint there as he acknowledges the shot.#ROC2#Clarkint is rocked!
Monroe connects with a nice cross there... Clarkint is looking wobbly and Monroe recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Clarkint to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Monroe jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Francesco Monroe!
Francesco Monroe was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: RSE 31.5: Fire In The Sky
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
An inside leg kick lands from Rauta.
We've been hearing reports that Chabazian has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Chabazian changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rauta tries to avoid it but Chabazian manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rauta to the ground. Rauta escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rauta tests Chabazian's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rauta looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Chabazian decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rauta's guard.
Chabazian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rauta is keeping the position for now.
Chabazian postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Chabazian working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Rauta's head.#SUB#
Chabazian postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rauta is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Chabazian, into his guard. #REVB#
Rauta looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Chabazian tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Rauta controlling from the top position.
Rauta stopping the sweep attempt from Chabazian.#SUB#
Chabazian escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Rauta gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chabazian 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.
Rauta wants to pass the guard but Chabazian is keeping the position.
Chabazian 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.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Chabazian is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rauta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rauta must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Chabazian had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Rauta defends it easily.
Chabazian looking for a sweep. Not yet Chabazian, not yet.
Rauta passes into half guard.
Rauta trying to control the pace.
Rauta tries to pass the half guard into mount. Chabazian knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Chabazian is looking for a sweep. Rauta is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Rauta trying to control the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chabazian moves into full guard.
Chabazian looking to control.
Rauta's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Chabazian is on top in guard. #REVR#
Chabazian trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rauta keeping full guard, as Chabazian tries to pass. #T4#
Chabazian missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Chabazian is pushing down on Rauta's leg trying to pass to half guard. Rauta is fighting to maintain full guard but Chabazian has managed to sneak the leg through.
Chabazian trying to control from Rauta's half guard. Rauta has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rauta 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.
Chabazian postures up in Rauta's guard and throws a big left but Rauta blocks it.
Rauta preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Chabazian stands and throws Rauta's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Chabazian is trying to ground and pound but Rauta uses the momentary lack of control by Chabazian to regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chabazian is just content to waste time from the top position. Rauta takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Edmond Chabazian will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A lazy left from Rauta finds it's target.
Rauta clobbers Chabazian with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Chabazian needs to keep his hands up - Rauta had a free shot at his head there.
A nice leg kick from Rauta, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chabazian closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rauta circles away.
Chabazian takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rauta. Chabazian shrugs it off though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chabazian on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rauta moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rauta's corner calls for a 1-2. Rauta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Chabazian takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #ROC2#Chabazian is rocked!
Rauta looks to throw the jab but Chabazian is out of range.
Good shot there by Rauta.
Oh Chabazian is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rauta throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Chabazian.
Chabazian seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Chabazian seems to have got his legs back now.
A nice leg kick from Rauta, right into the meat of the thigh.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chabazian. Rauta does a little dance to reset his feet.#KD2#
Rauta lands a big uppercut and Chabazian crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Chabazian looks OK. Rauta waves Chabazian back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rauta lands a really nice looking cross but Chabazian seems unphased.
Rauta fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Chabazian on the side of the head.
Nice takedown defense from Rauta. No joy for Chabazian on that attempt. #T2#
Rauta throws a quick inside leg kick.
Rauta drops Chabazian with a huge uppercut! Chabazian drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Rauta is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kulma Rauta!
A relieved looking Kulma Rauta thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: CFC 608
Date: Nov 24, 2023

#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Chibaclov scores with a four punch combination!
We've been hearing reports that Chibaclov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Botev throws a lazy uppercut
and Chibaclov counters with a straight right hand.
Chibaclov lands with an uppercut that bounces Botev off the cage and back into range.
Sloppy strikes from Botev. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Chibaclov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Botev is having none of it.
Chibaclov working over Botev with some ground and pound. Botev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chibaclov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Botev works his way to full guard. Good work.
Botev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chibaclov. #SUB#
Chibaclov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chibaclov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Chibaclov stays in close to Botev's body and controls the position.
Botev throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Chibaclov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Botev is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Botev is on top in guard. #REVB#
Botev keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Chibaclov's head.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Botev working his ground and pound in the gym.
Chibaclov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Botev gets back to full guard.
Chibaclov passes Botev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Botev wants to get back to full guard.
Botev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Botev has hold of Chibaclov's hands but Chibaclov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Botev tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.#T2##SUB#
Chibaclov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Botev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Botev doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov.
Chibaclov 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.
Botev trying to control but Chibaclov postures up. #T3##SUB#
Chibaclov is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura but Botev is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chibaclov to get the leverage.
Chibaclov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Chibaclov stalling away here and it's allowed Botev to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Chibaclov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chibaclov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chibaclov is pushing down on Botev's leg trying to pass to half guard. Botev is fighting to maintain full guard but Chibaclov has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Botev is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Botev is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Chibaclov is keen to just control but Botev is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working for a submission of some sort.
Botev is staying active underneath Chibaclov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Chibaclov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
The fighters circling - Botev throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
Botev is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Chibaclov's half guard.
Chibaclov taking some punishment here, with Botev in his half guard.
Chibaclov wants to get back to his feet.
Chibaclov is trying to get back to full guard.
Chibaclov manages to get to full guard.
Botev controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Chibaclov is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Botev rolls with it to try and escape but Chibaclov cranks on the arm and Botev is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matteo Chibaclov!
A victorious Matteo Chibaclov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 607
Date: Nov 17, 2023

#R1#
Clarkint throws a half hearted mid kick.
Buryckin misses with a straight right.
Buryckin throws out a loose jab but Clarkint uses good head movement to avoid it.
Buryckin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Clarkint misses with a low kick.
Buryckin scores with a sloppy right hand. Clarkint should have avoided that one.
Buryckin misses with an uppercut
and Clarkint counters with a good, hard body kick but Buryckin shrugs it off.
Clarkint scores with a spinning back kick!
Clarkint is looking to clinch but Buryckin is avoiding it.
Buryckin misses with an uppercut. Clarkint saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Clarkint tries to clinch but Buryckin moves out of range.
Buryckin lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Buryckin takes a swing at Clarkint's ribcage but misses.
As Buryckin backs off Clarkint throws a huge counter combo but Buryckin manages to avoid it all.
Clarkint wants to clinch.#T1#
Buryckin scores with a crisp jab that stopped Clarkint in his tracks.
Buryckin keeps the fight on the outside.
Buryckin looks to land a combination but Clarkint avoids it well.
Clarkint is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Matvey Buryckin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Clarkint tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Buryckin manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Buryckin keeps the fight on the outside.
Buryckin throws a body shot but no joy.
Buryckin circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Nice defenses there by Buryckin.
Buryckin misses with a double jab.
Buryckin misses with a looping right.
Clarkint ducks under a wild hook from Buryckin.
Buryckin swats away the attempt to clinch by Clarkint.
Buryckin misses with a straight left.
A telegraphed right hand from Buryckin misses the target.
Clarkint swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Buryckin tries to move into range but Clarkint moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Buryckin pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Clarkint back to the cage. Buryckin follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Buryckin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Buryckin throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Buryckin swinging wildly here. #T3#
Buryckin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Buryckin throws a body punch but Clarkint moves out of range.
Buryckin backing away here, and Clarkint unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Buryckin keeps the fight on the outside.
Clarkint steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Buryckin.
Clarkint takes one to the side of the head. #CL2#
Clarkint moves into the clinch.
Buryckin lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Clarkint backwards.
Clarkint tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Buryckin smiles and moves away.
Buryckin with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A head kick misses from Clarkint. #T4#
Buryckin throws a left and a right that both miss
letting Clarkint counter with a right hand.
Buryckin smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Buryckin just misses with a punch to the body.
Buryckin shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Clarkint eats them both and turns towards Buryckin to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#ROC#Clarkint is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Clarkint is aggressively charging in as Buryckin backs up avoiding any damage. Buryckin tosses out a jab and Clarkint runs right into it face first! Clarkint is out cold! Buryckin dropped down on all fours and is barking in Clarkint's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Matvey Buryckin!
Our winner, Matvey Buryckin, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CFC 605
Date: Nov 10, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Chabazian shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Chabazian is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nurbolatov trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no! #SUB2#
Chabazian goes for an armbar but he's not got it� Nurbolatov turns into him and now he's in Chabazian's guard. #SUB2#
Nurbolatov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chabazian has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nurbolatov has managed to get both his arms back between Chabazian's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chabazian tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Nurbolatov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Nurbolatov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Chabazian manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nurbolatov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Nurbolatov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Chabazian manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T1#
Chabazian keeping moving, preventing Nurbolatov from controlling successfully.
Chabazian is looking to sweep but instead, Nurbolatov has passed into half guard.
Chabazian is looking for a sweep. Nurbolatov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Chabazian is defending against the submission attempts here by Nurbolatov. #SUB#
Nurbolatov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chabazian works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2#
Chabazian escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nurbolatov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Chabazian escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nurbolatov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Chabazian is trying to control the position but Nurbolatov postures up. #T2#
Nurbolatov trying to control but Chabazian is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Nurbolatov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Nurbolatov stopping the sweep attempt from Chabazian.
Chabazian bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nurbolatov's guard. #REVB#
Nurbolatov is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Nurbolatov has his foot on Chabazian's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chabazian works his way back into a safe position though.
Nurbolatov keeping moving, preventing Chabazian from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nurbolatov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chabazian gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Nurbolatov has his hands on Chabazian's head, controlling the position. #T3##SUB#
Nurbolatov working for a triangle but Chabazian defends it easily.
Chabazian working some strikes from top position.
Chabazian distracts Nurbolatov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Chabazian makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Chabazian must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Nurbolatov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Nurbolatov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chabazian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Chabazian forces his way into half guard.
Chabazian working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Chabazian lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
We've been hearing good reports from Nurbolatov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Nurbolatov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Chabazian trying to control the position from guard on top but Nurbolatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chabazian pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Nurbolatov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Nurbolatov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chabazian can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Nurbolatov looking for a guillotine here but Chabazian defends easily. #SUB#
Chabazian avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Chabazian throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Chabazian digs a good body shot into Nurbolatov's ribs.
Nurbolatov shoots in but Chabazian avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Nurbolatov takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD2#
Chabazian drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Chabazian lands a couple of digs.
Chabazian postures up and lands a big shot to Nurbolatov's brow. #SUB#
Nurbolatov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chabazian lands a couple of elbows.
Nurbolatov is trying to keep Chabazian in close.
Chabazian works over Nurbolatov with some ground and pound from guard.
Nurbolatov has momentary wrist control but Chabazian slips an elbow through the middle.#T1##SUB#
Nurbolatov working for a triangle but Chabazian defends it easily.
Chabazian is working Nurbolatov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Chabazian distracts Nurbolatov with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nurbolatov keeping moving, preventing Chabazian from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Nurbolatov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chabazian defends it easily.
Chabazian wants to control from the top but Nurbolatov keeps moving.
Chabazian landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB#
Nurbolatov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Chabazian defends well.
Chabazian works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Chabazian is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Nurbolatov wants to get back to full guard.
Chabazian is nestled in close to Nurbolatov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2#
Nurbolatov is defending against the submission attempts here by Chabazian.
Nurbolatov trying to control but Chabazian postures up.
Chabazian has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Chabazian drops an elbow to the side of Nurbolatov's head.
Chabazian working over Nurbolatov with some ground and pound. Nurbolatov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Chabazian slips a nice elbow through Nurbolatov's hands, connecting with Nurbolatov's forehead.
Nurbolatov is pressing down on Chabazian's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Chabazian wants to pass the guard but Nurbolatov is keeping the position.
Chabazian content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB#
Nurbolatov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chabazian postures up.
Nurbolatov keeping full guard, as Chabazian tries to pass.
Chabazian working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Nurbolatov's head.
Nurbolatov has momentary wrist control but Chabazian slips an elbow through the middle.
Chabazian lands a couple of elbows.
Nurbolatov has momentary wrist control but Chabazian slips an elbow through the middle.
Chabazian working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Chabazian scoring with punches to the head and body.
Chabazian working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Nurbolatov's head.
Chabazian landing with the ground and pound.
Chabazian working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Chabazian postures up in Nurbolatov's guard and throws a big left but Nurbolatov blocks it.
Chabazian is working Nurbolatov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Chabazian cracks Nurbolatov with a solid left hand.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Chabazian's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Chabazian passes Nurbolatov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Nurbolatov is looking for a sweep. Chabazian is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Chabazian seems to be looking for submissions.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chabazian looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Nurbolatov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Nurbolatov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Chabazian looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Chabazian decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Chabazian seems to be looking for submissions.
Nurbolatov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chabazian's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chabazian's back!
Nurbolatov has the hooks in. Chabazian is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Chabazian keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Nurbolatov is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Chabazian defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
I really don't envy Chabazian right now. #SUB#
Chabazian preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Nurbolatov.
Chabazian wants to escape the position. #T1#
Chabazian rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Chabazian is looking to improve his position.
Chabazian is not content to let Nurbolatov control the position.
Chabazian is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Nurbolatov seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Chabazian is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nurbolatov pulls his head out easily.
Nurbolatov trying to control from half guard but Chabazian is working away.
Chabazian moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Chabazian tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Chabazian is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Nurbolatov is aware though and is defending well.
Edmond Chabazian has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nurbolatov trying to control but Chabazian is working from the bottom.
Nurbolatov wants to pass the guard but Chabazian is keeping the position.
Chabazian working a defensive guard but Nurbolatov passes into half guard.
Chabazian moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Chabazian controlling Nurbolatov's posture.
Chabazian 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.#T3#
Chabazian keeping moving, preventing Nurbolatov from controlling successfully.
Chabazian manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nurbolatov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Chabazian content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Daniyar Nurbolatov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chabazian advances position into side control!
Nurbolatov sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Nurbolatov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Nurbolatov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Chabazian lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Chabazian got a little sloppy there for a moment and Nurbolatov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chabazian has managed to get both his arms back between Nurbolatov's legs - danger averted.
Nurbolatov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Chabazian scoring with some ground and pound.
Chabazian is in close to Nurbolatov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Chabazian working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Chabazian postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Chabazian scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Chabazian controls from within his opponent's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chabazian tries to free his leg and advance position but Nurbolatov is retaining full guard.
Edmond Chabazian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Nurbolatov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edmond Chabazian comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Chabazian 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edmond Chabazian!
A victorious Edmond Chabazian thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 605
Date: Nov 10, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hopper.
Aebersold swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Aebersold moves in looking to clinch but Hopper pushes him off.
Aebersold tries for a takedown but Hopper circles away easily
and Hopper counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Aebersold wants to clinch
and Hopper counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aebersold thinking. #KD2#
Hopper drops Aebersold with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Aebersold looks back up at him and smiles so Hopper waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hopper swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
Hopper circles away from the clinch attempt.
Aebersold tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Aebersold walks into a straight right hand from Hopper.#ROC2#Aebersold is rocked!#T1#
Aebersold closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hopper counters with a right hand from hell and Aebersold is out cold! A vicious knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Will Hopper!

Event: CFC 597
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Bekzod wants to clinch up but Chabazian keeps it at a distance.
Chabazian changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bekzod throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Chabazian counters with a single leg into guard. Bekzod didn't expect that.
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.
Chabazian stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bekzod swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chabazian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chabazian stands and throws Bekzod's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Bekzod sneaks back into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chabazian is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Bekzod to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Chabazian looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Chabazian loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chabazian trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bekzod working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chabazian.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chabazian accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chabazian throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bekzod works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Chabazian trying to control the position from guard on top but Bekzod is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chabazian is pushing down on Bekzod's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bekzod is fighting to maintain full guard but Chabazian has managed to sneak the leg through.
Chabazian 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.
Chabazian throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Chabazian missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Chabazian throwing shots but Bekzod is blocking nicely.
Bekzod is trying to control but can't. #T2##SUB#
Chabazian seems to be working for a kimura but Bekzod defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Chabazian is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bekzod doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chabazian.
Chabazian not doing much here.
Chabazian missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Chabazian is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bekzod sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB#
Chabazian is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Chabazian is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Chabazian is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Chabazian is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bekzod sees it coming and defends easily.
Chabazian not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chabazian throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bekzod can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chabazian thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Chabazian missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Chabazian wants to pass to mount but Bekzod is defending the position.
Chabazian thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Chabazian is keen to just control but Bekzod is a slippery customer.
Bekzod is pressing down on Chabazian's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Bekzod pulls Chabazian in to control the position.
Chabazian passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chabazian throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB#
Chabazian tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Chabazian has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chabazian.
Chabazian misses with a takedown
and Bekzod makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Chabazian shoots in for a double leg but Bekzod sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Edmond Chabazian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chabazian drops his hands momentarily and Bekzod takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Chabazian is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bekzod can do to turn this around?
Chabazian goes for a double leg but Bekzod avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bekzod continues to drive forward.
Bekzod lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Bekzod on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bekzod lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Good body shot from Bekzod.
Bekzod works on Chabazian's body with a couple of short punches.
Bekzod scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bekzod lands a body shot in the clinch. #T1#
Bekzod digs a right hand into Chabazian's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Chabazian's gas tank.
Bekzod lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bekzod working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bekzod lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bekzod lands a body shot in the clinch.
Bekzod lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Bekzod has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Chabazian seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bekzod can turn it around.
Bekzod lands a hook that snaps the head of Chabazian backwards.
Bekzod lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bekzod scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Bekzod.
Bekzod lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Bekzod's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bekzod lands a jab to Chabazian's midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bekzod cracks Chabazian with an open hand slap.#ROC2#Chabazian is rocked!#T2#
Bekzod digs a good hook to Chabazian's body. #KD2#
Bekzod cracks Chabazian with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Bekzod has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Chabazian to stand back up!
Oh Chabazian is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CL2#
Chabazian tries to keep at a distance but Bekzod has taken the fight into the clinch.
Chabazian's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bekzod pushes Chabazian back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Bekzod - that landed with a thud. #BC2#
Bekzod breaks from the clinch.
Bekzod fakes the body blow, causing Chabazian to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Chabazian goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Azad Bekzod!
During a confident post fight interview, Azad Bekzod thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CFC 597
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Taaco throws a low kick but it's checked well by Clarkint.#CL#
Clarkint gets a clinch.
Clarkint swings wildly with an uppercut but Taaco uses good head movement to avoid it.
Taaco lands a nice shot to the body. #TD#
Clarkint pulls guard effortlessly.
Taaco with a nice head shot there.
Clarkint keeping moving, preventing Taaco from controlling successfully.
Clarkint is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taaco blocking the ground and pound attempt from Clarkint.
Clarkint prevents Taaco from improving his position.
Taaco keeps trying to improve his position.#T1##SUB#
Clarkint is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Taaco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Clarkint.
Taaco is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Clarkint wants to work for an arm triangle but Taaco is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Clarkint is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Taaco is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jean Clarkint!
A victorious Jean Clarkint thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 597
Date: Oct 13, 2023

#R1#
Aebersold slips under a jab.
Cifaretto ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Aebersold moves away.
Aebersold slips under a jab.
Aebersold keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Aebersold manages to avoid it.
Cifaretto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cifaretto fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cifaretto throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cifaretto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Aebersold has time to react.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Cifaretto moves out of range.
Cifaretto throws out a counter right but Aebersold avoids it with no problem.
Aebersold avoids the body shot from Cifaretto. #T1#
Aebersold fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Cifaretto moves out of range.
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cifaretto manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cifaretto lands a lovely overhand right.
Aebersold tries to clinch up but Cifaretto circles away and keeps his distance.
A jab from Cifaretto finds it's way through Aebersold's defenses.
Aebersold avoids a punch combination nicely.
Aebersold looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Aebersold blocks a jab.
Aebersold shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Cifaretto defends it nicely.#T2#
Cifaretto misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Aebersold is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto works the jab nicely.#CUT2#It looks like Gregoire Aebersold has been cut.
Cifaretto misses with a hook.
Aebersold is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cifaretto doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Nice defenses there by Aebersold.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cifaretto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cifaretto swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Cifaretto! But no joy.#T3#
Cifaretto throws a looping overhand right but Aebersold ducks down to avoid it.
Cifaretto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aebersold.
Cifaretto swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.
Aebersold walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Aebersold rushes Cifaretto and presses him up against the cage.
Aebersold jumps guard but Cifaretto stands there with Aebersold around his waist. Aebersold gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cifaretto gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Aebersold tries to pull guard but Cifaretto won't allow it. #TD#
Aebersold pulls Cifaretto into guard.
Aebersold keeping full guard, as Cifaretto tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SU2#
Cifaretto gets to his feet - Aebersold follows without any prompting.
Cifaretto uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jab, jab by Cifaretto - just one landing.
Aebersold tries to clinch there but Cifaretto circles away.
Aebersold is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cifaretto throws a lazy right hand but Aebersold sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Cifaretto looks to land a combination but Aebersold avoids it well.
Aebersold is looking to counter the offense by Cifaretto and move into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cifaretto pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Aebersold looks for a takedown but Cifaretto sprawls well.
Aebersold ducks under a wild hook from Cifaretto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ralph Cifaretto dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gregoire Aebersold's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A punch combination from Cifaretto misses.
Aebersold tries to clinch up but Cifaretto circles away and keeps his distance.
Cifaretto 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.
Cifaretto throws a lazy right hand but Aebersold sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold moves out of range as Cifaretto strikes.
Cifaretto is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Aebersold.
Cifaretto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cifaretto tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Aebersold was well out of range. Poor timing from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good exchange - Cifaretto coming out on top.
Aebersold tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Cifaretto counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Aebersold thinking.
Ralph Cifaretto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aebersold ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Aebersold throws a sloppy head kick and Cifaretto moves out of range easily. #T1#
Cifaretto avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Aebersold displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cifaretto throws out the jab.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Cifaretto breaks away and moves out of range.
Cifaretto misses with a straight left.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cifaretto swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Aebersold shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Cifaretto pinned against the cage. Cifaretto gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Cifaretto misses with a wild body shot.
Cifaretto connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Cifaretto has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Aebersold blocks a jab.
As Cifaretto tries to get set, Aebersold tries to push him back and clinch up but Cifaretto manages to avoid the attempt.
Cifaretto throws a big shot that misses.
Aebersold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cifaretto.
Aebersold is looking to counter the offense by Cifaretto and move into the clinch.#T2#
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cifaretto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Aebersold tries to clinch but Cifaretto moves away
and Aebersold takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cifaretto slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ralph Cifaretto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.
Aebersold is looking to clinch but Cifaretto is avoiding it.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut.
Cifaretto throws a looping overhand right but Aebersold ducks down to avoid it.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aebersold moves in looking to clinch but Cifaretto pushes him off.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.#T3#
Cifaretto misses with a hook. Aebersold ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Cifaretto misses.
Aebersold tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Cifaretto keeps it at a distance.
Aebersold is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cifaretto sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Aebersold tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cifaretto manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Aebersold tries for a takedown but Cifaretto sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregoire Aebersold. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Aebersold closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Cifaretto throws a jab but it's blocked by Aebersold.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cifaretto paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cifaretto thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Aebersold bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Cifaretto breaks away and moves out of range.
Cifaretto tests Aebersold's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Aebersold tries to close the distance and clinch but Cifaretto swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cifaretto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Aebersold seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Cifaretto ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cifaretto fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Aebersold looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cifaretto throws a body shot but no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cifaretto throws a nice looking combination but Aebersold bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Some wild striking there from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ralph Cifaretto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gregoire Aebersold's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Cifaretto misses with a series of wild punches.
A slow jab from Cifaretto misses its intended target.
Aebersold wants to clinch
and Cifaretto counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cifaretto waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Aebersold.
Aebersold steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto throws a hook but Aebersold blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aebersold tries to clinch up
and Cifaretto counters with a nice uppercut.
Cifaretto swats away the attempt to clinch by Aebersold.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Cifaretto. Beautiful body shot.
Cifaretto lands with an overhand left.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Cifaretto keeps it at a distance.
Aebersold slips a straight right by Cifaretto.
Aebersold is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto misses with an uppercut. Aebersold saw that one coming.
Aebersold moves out of range of the strikes.
Cifaretto scores with a nice strike.
A swing and a miss from Cifaretto.
Cifaretto misses with a straight left.
Ralph Cifaretto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Cifaretto throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Aebersold tries to counter by clinching up but Cifaretto breaks away and moves out of range.
Aebersold walks into a stiff left hand from Cifaretto.
Gregoire Aebersold is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Aebersold wants to clinch up but Cifaretto keeps it at a distance.
Cifaretto throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cifaretto looks to land a left hand but Aebersold moved out of range nicely.
Cifaretto connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Aebersold's hands.
Cifaretto throws an overhand right that drops Aebersold like a sack of potatoes! Cifaretto dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ralph Cifaretto!
After winning the bout, Ralph Cifaretto thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 594
Date: Oct 06, 2023

#R1#
Benoit moves out of range as Chibaclov strikes.
Chibaclov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chibaclov throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Benoit counters with a shoot takedown. Chibaclov fights it but they end up in guard.
Benoit stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov 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#
Benoit trying to hold on to Chibaclov's head to control him but Chibaclov postures up. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying a forearm choke� I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov trying to control from half guard but Benoit is working away. #T1#
Benoit tries to get to full guard but Chibaclov has control of the leg.
Benoit slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Chibaclov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chibaclov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Chibaclov passes Benoit's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Benoit defends it well.
Chibaclov wants to control but Benoit is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Benoit doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov. #T2#
Benoit is looking to control Chibaclov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Benoit avoid being mounted?
Chibaclov trying to mount his opponent but Benoit defends it.
Benoit works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Benoit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Benoit keeping full guard, as Chibaclov tries to pass.
Chibaclov advances position into side control!#T3#
Chibaclov working away.
Chibaclov trying to control the position but Benoit is working away. #SUB2#
Chibaclov tries for a kimura but Benoit is defending well. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Benoit has escaped the position, nice work there.
Benoit manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4#
Chibaclov is not content to let Benoit control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Chibaclov actively working from the bottom here.
Benoit lands with a punch from half guard.
Chibaclov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Benoit scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Benoit has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Chibaclov defend it? Benoit steps over the head and cranks it - Chibaclov is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Benoit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). James Benoit!

Event: CFC 591
Date: Sep 22, 2023

#R1#
Rodriguez falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Chabazian counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Rodriguez controls Chabazian momentarily but Chabazian frees himself.
Chabazian pushes down on Rodriguez 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriguez is looking to control Chabazian's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rodriguez avoid being mounted?
Chabazian thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Rodriguez 's head.
Chabazian not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chabazian takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Chabazian is working for a submission of some sort.
Rodriguez really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chabazian. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Chabazian is trying to work for a kimura but Rodriguez is defending well. #T1#
Chabazian wants to pass the guard but Rodriguez is defending well.
Rodriguez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Rodriguez is in trouble now - Chabazian has advanced to mount!
Chabazian 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.
Chabazian working away from the top, dropping strikes.#SUB#
Chabazian working for a submission but Rodriguez is keeping him at bay.
Rodriguez is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#SUB#
Chabazian has hold of Rodriguez 's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Rodriguez manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #SUB#
Rodriguez defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chabazian. #T2##SUB#
Chabazian is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Rodriguez is surviving well by controlling Chabazian's body position as best he can.
Rodriguez in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Rodriguez in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rodriguez taking shots to the head.
Chabazian controlling the position easily from mount.
Chabazian looking to control but Rodriguez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rodriguez tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Rodriguez defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chabazian.
Chabazian lands a big shot there that rocks Rodriguez but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T3##SUB#
Chabazian is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Rodriguez has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Rodriguez is in a horrible position here. Chabazian smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Chabazian is working for a guillotine from mount but Rodriguez frees his head quite easily.
Rodriguez is trying to escape the mount. #SUB#
Chabazian wants to finish this one by submission but Rodriguez is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Chabazian. #SUB#
Chabazian jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle�. Ooooh, that looks tight� Rodriguez is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Rodriguez and Chabazian has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #SUB#
Chabazian goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rodriguez rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Chabazian's guard! Nice work there by Rodriguez ! #T4#
Chabazian is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Rodriguez is refusing to be controlled, as Chabazian sits in half guard.
Chabazian trying to pass the guard but Rodriguez defending well.
Rodriguez wants to get back to full guard.
Rodriguez has hold of Chabazian's hands but Chabazian slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chabazian trying to control from Rodriguez 's half guard. Rodriguez has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Rodriguez preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Chabazian postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rodriguez is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Chabazian, into his guard. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edmond Chabazian dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Chabazian changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rodriguez tries to avoid it but Chabazian manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rodriguez to the ground. Rodriguez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Rodriguez tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Chabazian is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rodriguez sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Chabazian is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rodriguez can do to turn this around?
Rodriguez with a nice calf kick.
Rodriguez stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Edmond Chabazian. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rodriguez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Chabazian feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Chabazian looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rodriguez !#SUB#
Chabazian is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rodriguez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chabazian tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Chabazian has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Chabazian sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Rodriguez is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Chabazian tries to score with some ground and pound. Rodriguez controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Edmond Chabazian overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Chabazian thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Rodriguez tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rodriguez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rodriguez can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chabazian lands a decent elbow from side control.
Chabazian moves into full mount!
The referee warns Rodriguez that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Rodriguez is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet. #T2#
Chabazian trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Chabazian is working for a guillotine from mount but Rodriguez frees his head quite easily.
Chabazian landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB#
Chabazian jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Rodriguez manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Rodriguez is working to avoid the ground and pound but Chabazian connects with a decent elbow.
Chabazian working the ground and pound from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Chabazian working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rodriguez is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T3#
Chabazian tries to move into full mount but can't pass Rodriguez 's legs.
Rodriguez can't do much from the bottom here.
Chabazian is chipping away with strikes. #SUB#
Chabazian has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Rodriguez is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Chabazian yanks on the arm and Rodriguez is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Chabazian.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Edmond Chabazian!
A very excited looking Edmond Chabazian 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.

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