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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
RFL-61 Morris Vs Wagenknecht 2
Date: Jan 26, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov instigates a clinch.
Vanderwiel taking a breather.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks an elbow strike from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Vanderwiel working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov up against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shrugs off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with some punches.
Vanderwiel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vanderwiel misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands a nice uppercut.
Vanderwiel lands on the inside with an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to score a body lock takedown but Vanderwiel shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Vanderwiel with a knee to the head.
#KD#
Vanderwiel lands a big knee from the Thai clinch and MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov goes down hard! The ref takes a good look at him but he's still defending himself. Vanderwiel in side control.
#ROC#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has been cut.
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!#SU#
Vanderwiel stands up and we're back to a striking position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can Vanderwiel finish him?#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Vanderwiel just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looking for a takedown.
Vanderwiel presses MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch in the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to have recovered his senses.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looks winded!
Vanderwiel digs a right hand underneath MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribcage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Vanderwiel avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a head punch that misses.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a knee right on the jaw!
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T2#
Vanderwiel lands a body shot.
Vanderwiel blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
A knee to the head by Vanderwiel.
Stalling in the clinch from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel prevents the takedown attempt.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank.
Vanderwiel lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Vanderwiel's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel lands a shoulder strike.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch.
Vanderwiel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vanderwiel connects with a knee to the head.
Vanderwiel leaning his opponent against the cage.#T3#
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shrugs off.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to stall but Vanderwiel improves his position.
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel presses MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A short uppercut from Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vanderwiel blocks a body shot from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. #T4#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the temple.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to drag Vanderwiel to the mat but Vanderwiel just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Vanderwiel just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
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!
Vanderwiel lands a shot to the body.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it.
Vanderwiel avoiding damage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks a body shot from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can't get the takedown.
Vanderwiel lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Come on Vanderwiel - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Vanderwiel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Vanderwiel gets in close and instigates a clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has Vanderwiel pushed against the cage.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Vanderwiel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vanderwiel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries for a takedown but Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov working aggressively here.
Vanderwiel manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Vanderwiel gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T1#
Vanderwiel connects with a nasty looking knee right to MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's face.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks an elbow strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to pull guard but Vanderwiel turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Robert Vanderwiel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vanderwiel lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vanderwiel gets underhooks to prevent MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's takedown attempt.
Vanderwiel connects with a knee to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has Vanderwiel pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Vanderwiel manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Vanderwiel works on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Vanderwiel scores with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Vanderwiel avoids it.
Vanderwiel lands a right hand that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
Vanderwiel is working MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov over against the cage.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.#T2#
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vanderwiel stalling against the cage.
Vanderwiel lands a damaging elbow.
Vanderwiel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do to turn this around?
Vanderwiel is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Vanderwiel comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vanderwiel displaying some good clinch control by pressing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov up against the cage.
Vanderwiel effectively controlling the action here.
Vanderwiel gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Vanderwiel digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank.
Vanderwiel stalls.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Robert Vanderwiel.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov closes the distance and clinches up with Vanderwiel, looking for a takedown. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pushes Vanderwiel against the cage but Vanderwiel circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Vanderwiel napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES#
Vanderwiel bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!#T3#
Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
#TD#
Vanderwiel shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SU#
Vanderwiel stands up and beckons MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to his feet.
Vanderwiel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends well and Vanderwiel ends up having to push MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vanderwiel takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Vanderwiel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Vanderwiel.#TD#
Vanderwiel shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to defend but Vanderwiel finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU#
Vanderwiel decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T4#
Vanderwiel throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's waist but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Vanderwiel off to one side.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Vanderwiel fails with a takedown attempt.
A lazy left from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov finds it's target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Vanderwiel or perhaps it was just good defense by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, which made it look bad. #CL2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Vanderwiel dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a looping overhand right but Vanderwiel ducks down to avoid it.
Vanderwiel tries to clinch but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov moves out of range.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Vanderwiel defends well and MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov ends up having to push Vanderwiel into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vanderwiel appears to be looking for a big counter.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a hook.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vanderwiel avoids it really well and circles away.
Nice takedown defense from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. No joy for Vanderwiel on that attempt. #TD#
Vanderwiel shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Vanderwiel was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Vanderwiel stands up from mount. Strange move. #T1#
Vanderwiel shoots in but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Vanderwiel counters with a three punch combo that has MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backing up. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov nods at Vanderwiel to acknowledge the strikes.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a looping left.#CL#
Vanderwiel gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Vanderwiel stalling the fight.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow that stopped MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov in his tracks for a moment.
Vanderwiel stalling.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov lands a shot to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vanderwiel as MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to tie him up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Vanderwiel after a bit of a struggle.
Robert Vanderwiel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Vanderwiel is pressed up against the cage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Vanderwiel down to the mat. Vanderwiel avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Vanderwiel counters with a one-two to the body. #T2##CL#
Vanderwiel moves into the clinch.
Vanderwiel lands with a right to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel landing knees to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a body punch.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
Vanderwiel lands an elbow inside.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov jumps guard but Vanderwiel turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Vanderwiel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice elbow from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Vanderwiel - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Vanderwiel pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Vanderwiel holding his opponent close, against the cage.
#T3#
Vanderwiel content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Vanderwiel as the two fighters clinch.
A hook to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel pressing his opponent against the cage.
Vanderwiel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
Vanderwiel lands a nice shot to the body.
Vanderwiel tries a body shot but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it.
A right hand to the body from Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel lands with a short shot to the head.
Vanderwiel tries a knee to the head but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a takedown.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes an elbow to the temple. #T4#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vanderwiel.
Vanderwiel is working MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov over against the cage.
Vanderwiel jerks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's head down, straight into the path of a devastating knee! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov drops to the floor in a crumpled heap! Vanderwiel goes to throw a finishing haymaker but pulls out - good sportsmanship from Vanderwiel because MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov was completely out of it. That was a nice finish - just the right level of brutality to send everyone home happy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Robert Vanderwiel!
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Event:
RFLFN-8
Date: Jan 02, 2019 |
#R1#
One wants to clinch up but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov keeps it at a distance.
One looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
One avoids the body shot from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
#CL2#
One fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, pushing him back against the cage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks an elbow strike from One.
Still in the clinch, One scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses the body punch
and One counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
One gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
One lands with a right to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to control the position but instead, One has worked for underhooks and has pushed MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov into the cage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. One avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, One scores with a nice short uppercut.
One lands with a short head shot on the inside.
One working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short left from One.
One scores with a shot to the side of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from One.
One makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
One looking to slow down the pace here.
One scores with a shot to the side of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's head. #T1#
With the fighters up against the cage, One throws an elbow but misses.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
One tries to stall but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
One digs a right hand into MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's gas tank.
One lands a body shot.
One scores with an uppercut up the middle.
One lands a nice elbow.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but One manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
One stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Nice body punch from One - that landed with a thud.
One throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedovs head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. One avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
One makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
One holding his opponent close, against the cage.
One creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov missing with knees to the body.
One stops a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
#T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from One.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to throw a body punch but One avoids it by throwing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back against the cage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants to take the fight to the mat but One manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
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!
One is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
One lands a hook to the side of the head.
One lands a body punch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
One softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
One is looking to control MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's arms but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now One has his back to the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from One.
One lands a hook that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
One scores with a shoulder strike.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov scores with a shot to the side of One's head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but One gets the underhooks and prevents it.
One throws an elbow that misses.
#T3#
One lands with a short shot to the head.
One blocks a body shot from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
One stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov managing to block the knees to the body from One.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, One creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from One.
One pushes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants a takedown.
One scores with a knee to the head.
One working MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov over with knees to the body.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is breathing heavily.
One is trying to stall.
One lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a body punch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. One is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
One just leaning against MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, taking a breather. #T4#
One is looking to control MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's arms but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now One has his back to the cage.
One lands with a left to the head.
One is trying to stall.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has One pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. One manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
One connects with a knee to the head.
One lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short right from One.
Come on One - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
One blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
One taking a breather.
One cracks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov with a nice body shot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
One wants to stall.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Chosen One.
One fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL2#
One closes the distance and pushes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back into the cage.
One lands a nice uppercut.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chosen One dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws out a loose jab but One uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
One wants to clinch up but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov keeps it at a distance.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Danga de danga de dang - One scores with a four punch combination!#CL2#
One clinches.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
One lands with a left to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov letting One take a breather here.
One lands a shoulder strike.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but One pulls him back up using the underhooks.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov lands a shoulder strike.
One lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
One taking a breather.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
One stops a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
One stalls. #T1#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a knee to the side of the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
One pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
One working some nice short punches in the clinch.
One makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
One gets through MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
One lands a left hand that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
One lands with a left to the head. #ROC2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is rocked!
A short right hand to the side of the head by One.
Oh MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
One lands with a short punch from the clinch.
One has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
One lands a shoulder strike.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
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!
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a shot to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Come on One - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to throw a body punch but One avoids it by throwing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov back against the cage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but One pulls him back up using the underhooks.
One manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
One looking to throw knees to the head but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is blocking nicely.
Chosen One seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
One controlling the action here for a moment.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to have got his legs back now.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov avoids a wild elbow strike from One.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
One is looking to control MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's arms but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now One has his back to the cage.
One lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
One works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
One is looking to control MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's arms but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now One has his back to the cage.
One gets through MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
One lands with a light punch inside.
One makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right from One on the inside.
One is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #TD#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets a trip takedown into half guard.
One is trying to stand.
#T3#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
One wants to get back to his feet.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 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.#ES2#
One has one foot on MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#CL2#
One moves into range and clinches up with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
Good body shot from One.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
One lands an uppercut.
One stalling in the clinch but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov improves position.
One trying to stall but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov improves his position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to pull guard but One holds him up against the cage and eventually MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov drops back down to his feet.
One scores with a shoulder strike.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
One misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
#T4#
One trying to control the position but instead, MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has worked for underhooks and has pushed One into the cage.
One throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov blocks it with crossed arms.
One lands a shoulder strike.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pressing his opponent against the cage.
One lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov stalling in the clinch but One improves position.
One stalling in the clinch but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov improves position.
One lands with a short shot to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for One.
One lands with a short punch from the clinch.
One slows down the pace here.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov takes a shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chosen One 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#
One tries to close the distance and clinch up but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
One lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2#
One drives through and clinches with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but One blocks it with crossed arms.
One lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#TD#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tightens his grip and picks One up, before dumping him to the ground. One manages to land in guard.
One keeping moving, preventing MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov from controlling successfully.
One is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to control the position from guard on top but One is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
One wants to stand and escape but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
One moves in looking to clinch but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pushes him off.#CL2#
One clinches up against the cage.
One working some nice short punches in the clinch.
One working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
One scores with a hook to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
One looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov manages to break the clinch.
#CL2#
One closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov stalling in the clinch but One improves position.
One stops a takedown attempt from MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov.
One looking to slow down the pace here.
One throws a knee to the head but misses.
One lands a body shot.
One lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T2#
One working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov goes for a takedown in the clinch but One prevents it.
One throws a blind hook that connects with the side of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedovs head.
One avoiding damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
One lands with a left to the head.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to stall but One uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to work over One's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
One blocks an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
One lands an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov letting One take a breather here.
One lands with a left to the head.
One is pressed up against the cage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag One down to the mat. One avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
One throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
One lands a leg kick that knocks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov off balance momentarily.#T3#
One doesn't manage to clinch there - MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov circles away.
One throws a head kick that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov semi-blocks.
#CL2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gets tackled into the cage by One. One maintains the clinch.
One digs a right hand underneath MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's ribcage. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from One on the inside.
One leaning his opponent against the cage.
One lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
One scores with a shoulder strike.
One's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
One lands a left hand that snaps the head of MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov backwards.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is trying to maintain a safe position but One gets an underhook and turns MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov into the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for One.
One lands an uppercut.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. One is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T4#
One lands an elbow just above MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov 's eye.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
One lands a big right hand that drops MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov! The killer instinct kicks in and One finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by One!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chosen One!
Chosen One thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
RFLFN-6
Date: Dec 05, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Kovarov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kovarov lands in his opponent's guard.
Kovarov passes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kovarov is taking a breather. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB#
Kovarov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg. #T1#
Kovarov stalling away here and it's allowed MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kovarov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get to full guard but Kovarov has control of the leg. #SUB2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kovarov pulls his head out easily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov trying to control but Kovarov postures up.
Kovarov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Kovarov seems to be working for a kimura but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends the submission attempt.
Kovarov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2#
Kovarov controlling the action here.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kovarov.
Kovarov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Kovarov content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Kovarov looking for a guillotine from mount but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is having none of it. #SUB#
Kovarov with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kovarov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#T3#
Kovarov tries to control but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wriggling away.
Kovarov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
A nice elbow there by Kovarov.#SUB#
Kovarov wants to finish this one by submission but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kovarov.
Kovarov with the ground and pound from mount.
Kovarov tries to control but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wriggling away.
Kovarov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kovarov scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov?
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Kovarov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends it easily.#T4#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov stopping the sweep attempt from Kovarov.
Kovarov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kovarov working for a triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends it easily.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants to control from the top but Kovarov keeps moving. #SUB#
Kovarov working for a triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leo Kovarov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Kovarov doesn't manage to clinch there - MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov circles away.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a counter combo.#TD#
Kovarov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kovarov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kovarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Kovarov is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kovarov trying to control the action but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is working from the bottom.
Kovarov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is not content to let Kovarov control the position. #SUB#
Kovarov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, who protects the arm well. #T1#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to bench press Kovarov off him but Kovarov keeps the position.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is still trying to improve position.
Kovarov is looking to take a break and control but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kovarov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov down.
Kovarov scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to see if he's OK.#SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has escaped the position, nice work there.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kovarov has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is not content to let Kovarov control the position.
Kovarov working the ground and pound.
Kovarov working away.#SUB#
Kovarov is trying to get an arm triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is defending well. #SUB#
Kovarov is trying to get an arm triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is defending well.
Kovarov lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kovarov tries to score with some ground and pound. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #T3#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is looking for a sweep.
Kovarov working away.
Kovarov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. #SUB#
Kovarov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kovarov landing strikes.
Kovarov working the ground and pound. #SUB#
Kovarov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kovarov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov can do to turn this around?#SU#
Kovarov decides to stand back up. Kovarov steps back and let's MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov get back to his feet.#T4#
Kovarov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov tries to avoid it but Kovarov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov to the ground. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kovarov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws an off balance right hand
and Kovarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kovarov closes the distance and clinches up with MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov, looking for a takedown. Kovarov pushes MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov against the cage but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses the shot to the body.
Kovarov stuffs the takedown.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov wants to clinch up but Kovarov keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Kovarov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Kovarov successfully pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Kovarov is looking for a triangle but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Kovarov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kovarov is trying to control the position but MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov postures up. #SUB#
Kovarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kovarov is tightening it up a little... MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kovarov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Leo Kovarov!
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Event:
RFL 52 Aron Vs Orndorf IV
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov throws a sloppy head kick
and Sitsongrit counters with a slapping leg kick.
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov misses with a right hand
and Sitsongrit counters with a straight right hand.
Sitsongrit dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sitsongrit scores with a jab. MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #KD#
Sitsongrit cracks MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Sitsongrit finish him?
#ROC#
MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov is rocked!
Vladimir MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sitsongrit lands an uppercut out of nowhere! MagomedsharipovNurmagomedov falls backwards - clearly groggy! Sitsongrit dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit!
Chamuaknoi Sitsongrit spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 11, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
LaCoste drives through with a takedown into Weber's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Weber is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
LaCoste wants to control from the top but Weber keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Weber has control of LaCoste's left arm, preventing LaCoste from doing any damage.
LaCoste in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
LaCoste stops Weber from standing up.
Weber keeping moving, preventing LaCoste from controlling successfully.
Weber can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as LaCoste controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Weber tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but LaCoste paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Weber moves in looking to clinch but LaCoste pushes him off.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Weber looking to throw knees to the head but LaCoste is blocking nicely.
Weber jumps guard but LaCoste stands there with Weber around his waist. Weber gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
LaCoste tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD2#
LaCoste pulls guard successfully.
LaCoste is trying to keep Weber in close.
LaCoste wants to control but Weber passes easily into half guard.
LaCoste is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Weber controlling the action here.
LaCoste tries to roll over but Weber keeps him under control.
LaCoste has a hand on Weber's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Weber takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Weber could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
LaCoste tries to control Weber's body but Weber pushes him off. LaCoste squirms to his side and now Weber has his back! #T3#
Weber trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Weber is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but LaCoste has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
LaCoste is trying to stand back up. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Weber trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure LaCoste doesn't escape.
LaCoste wants to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Fletcher Weber will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Weber. No joy for LaCoste on that attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from LaCoste.
LaCoste fails with a takedown attempt.
Fletcher Weber has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kaden LaCoste.
LaCoste shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Weber but Weber pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL#
Weber has LaCoste up against the cage in a clinch.
LaCoste has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Weber is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LaCoste fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Weber gets underhooks to prevent LaCoste's takedown attempt.
LaCoste has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Weber after a bit of a struggle.
LaCoste is breathing heavily.#T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for LaCoste.
LaCoste controlling the action here for a moment.
LaCoste has had enough of the clinch but Weber keeps him there for the moment.
LaCoste works on Weber's body with a couple of short punches.
LaCoste lands a right hand.
Weber goes for a takedown in the clinch but LaCoste prevents it.
LaCoste is trying to pull guard but Weber has him pressed against the cage.
Weber fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Weber prevents the takedown attempt.
LaCoste is trying to pull guard but Weber turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
LaCoste tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Weber just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
A frustrated look appears on LaCoste's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
LaCoste manages to break the clinch.
Kaden LaCoste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Weber gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and LaCoste counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
LaCoste shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Weber moves into range and clinches up with LaCoste.
Weber tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Weber prevents the takedown attempt.
Weber is defending well against a takedown attempt.
LaCoste tries to circle away but Weber has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Weber's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Weber tries to close the distance and clinch but LaCoste swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #TD2#
LaCoste throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Weber tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. LaCoste is in Weber's guard.#ES#
Weber has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. LaCoste is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T3#
Weber is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but LaCoste is keeping busy.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Weber takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Weber jumps guard but LaCoste turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #TD#
Weber decides to pull guard. #ES#
Weber pushes LaCoste off and scrambles back to his feet.
Weber is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that LaCoste can do to turn this around?
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by LaCoste!
LaCoste tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Weber swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Weber tries to keep at a distance but LaCoste has taken the fight into the clinch.#T4#
LaCoste lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
LaCoste missing with knees to the body.
Weber is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
LaCoste wants to get back to striking at distance but Weber won't allow it.
LaCoste tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
LaCoste lands a left hand.
Weber tries to pull guard but LaCoste forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from LaCoste.
Weber tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. LaCoste smiles and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Fletcher Weber will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
LaCoste shoots in but Weber avoids the takedown attempt easily.
LaCoste throws a low kick but Weber avoids it.
Weber tries to clinch but LaCoste is having none of it.
LaCoste wants to counter with a clinch but Weber pushes him away.
Weber tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. LaCoste manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
LaCoste shoots in looking for a takedown but Weber manages to keep the fight standing, pushing LaCoste's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Weber avoids the head kick by LaCoste.
It looked like Weber was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
LaCoste misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Fletcher Weber has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kaden LaCoste.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
LaCoste leaves Weber with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
LaCoste takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
LaCoste keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
LaCoste misses with a series of wild punches.
The fight stays on the outside here - Weber looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Weber is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Weber tries to pull guard but LaCoste won't allow it.
LaCoste lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
LaCoste is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T2#
LaCoste is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Weber to keep the fight standing.
LaCoste is trying to break the clinch but Weber is controlling him.
LaCoste can't break the clinch.
LaCoste lands a shoulder strike.
Weber is trying to pull guard but LaCoste has him pressed against the cage.
Kaden LaCoste seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Weber is trying to drag LaCoste to the mat but LaCoste just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
LaCoste tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
LaCoste lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Weber backwards.
LaCoste is trying to pull guard but Weber turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Weber pulls LaCoste into guard.
#T3#
LaCoste wants to stand and escape but instead Weber has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Weber engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
LaCoste is looking to stand back up but Weber counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by LaCoste. #SUB#
LaCoste pushes Weber off, looking to escape but Weber dives into side control. He's locked up a kimura now - that was fast! He's cranking on it and LaCoste is forced to tap! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fletcher Weber!
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