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Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary
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Event:
SMASH: Zahedi vs MacLeod
Date: Apr 27, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Bakarow closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Lee is looking to regain half guard here but Bakarow keeps moving and retains side control.
Lee is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Bakarow is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Lee knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Lee is looking for a sweep.
Lee is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bakarow's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakarow tries to stand but can't do so whilst Lee controls his leg. #SUB2#
Bakarow is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lee wants to control but Bakarow is keeping busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Lee is looking for a sweep. Bakarow is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lee holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lee wants to improve his position but Bakarow is controlling well.
Bakarow tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Lee controlling the position for now.
Bakarow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lee is trying to get back to full guard.
Bakarow wants to take a breather but Lee is having none of it.
Lee manages to get to full guard.
Lee pulls Bakarow in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bakarow landing some decent shots from guard.
Bakarow trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lee is pulling down on Bakarow's head. It's preventing any offense from Bakarow, at least for the moment.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Bakarow postures up in Lee's guard and throws a big left but Lee blocks it.
Bakarow would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Bakarow moves into the clinch successfully.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Bakarow tries to pull guard but Lee forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Lee fails to land.
Bakarow is trying to stall.
Bakarow's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lee lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
Lee lands a right hand.
Lee lands a body shot.
Lee pushes Bakarow back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lee struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakarow controls his hands.
Bakarow wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lee has him pressed against the cage.
Bakarow fails to pull guard.
Lee lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bakarow backwards.
Lee misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lee.
Lee throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakarows head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A short right from Lee on the inside. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakarow is trying to pull guard but Lee has him pressed against the cage.
McGregor Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Bakarow.
Bakarow can't break the clinch.
Bakarow is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lee is defending well.
Lee lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bakarow backwards. #ROC#Bakarow is rocked!
Bakarow has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lee is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Bakarow jumps into guard, dragging Lee to the mat.
Lee stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bakarow swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lee pushing down on Bakarow's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Lee moves into full mount! Bakarow won't be happy about that!
Lee content just to control the position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
McGregor Lee dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL2#
Bakarow gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lee lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Bakarow tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lee avoids it.
Lee misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lee lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bakarow.
Lee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lee is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bakarow can do to turn this around?
Bakarow tries to pull guard but Lee forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lee lands a body punch in the clinch.
Lee misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bakarow tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Lee manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee keeps control of Bakarow as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lee struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakarow controls his hands.
Lee tries to work over Bakarow's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lee doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lee misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
Lee lands a body shot in the clinch.
I was talking to Lee's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bakarow is breathing heavily.
A nice left hand lands by Lee.
Lee lands a body punch.
McGregor Lee has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Lee is leaning against Bakarow and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Lee misses with a body punch.
Lee presses Bakarow against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lee misses with a body punch.
Lee lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bakarow backwards.
Nice body punch from Lee - that landed with a thud.
Lee is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Lee gets through Bakarow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bakarow is still on wobbly legs! Can Lee finish him?
Lee lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Lee on the inside.
Lee dips a shoulder and cracks Bakarow with a mighty uppercut! Bakarow falls back against the cage and Lee unloads with a barrage of strikes! Bakarow is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Lee screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). McGregor Lee! |
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Event:
MFC - 73
Date: Apr 26, 2025 |
#R1#
Mantzurin dives in for a single leg takedown but Hardy sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Hardy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Hardy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.#TD#
Mantzurin pulls Hardy into guard.
Mantzurin keeping moving, preventing Hardy from controlling successfully.
Hardy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mantzurin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mantzurin pulls Hardy in close to prevent any damage.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Mantzurin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hardy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Mantzurin wants to sweep but no luck.
Mantzurin pulls Hardy in to control the position.
Hardy throws a big right hand that misses.
Hardy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Mantzurin is retaining full guard.
Hardy trying to control the position from guard on top but Mantzurin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardy tries to free his leg and advance position but Mantzurin is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hardy is in close to Mantzurin's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Hardy looking to sit in guard and control but Mantzurin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Hardy looking to control.
Mantzurin trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mantzurin looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Hardy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Hardy pulls Mantzurin in close to prevent any damage.
Mantzurin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Mantzurin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Mantzurin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hardy has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mantzurin has passed into side control.
Hardy tries to bench press Mantzurin off him but Mantzurin keeps the position.
Hardy wants to control but Mantzurin postures up.
Mantzurin wants to stand but Hardy is controlling his arm.#T3#
Hardy is looking for a sweep.
Hardy manages to get back to half guard.#SU#
Mantzurin decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Mantzurin.
Mantzurin lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Mantzurin working the ground and pound.
Hardy tries to control but Mantzurin manages to take his back.
Mantzurin connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Hardy to escape the position.
Hardy can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Hardy is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Mantzurin cracks Hardy with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Hardy from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mantzurin lands punches and elbows.
Mantzurin lands shots from the back.
Hardy is in bad spot here.
Hardy avoids the strikes from Mantzurin.
Hardy is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Mantzurin tightening his grip on Hardy, looking for the choke.
Mantzurin controlling well, preventing Hardy from escaping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Monni Mantzurin dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hardy connects with the punch.
Hardy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mantzurin moves away.
Mantzurin fails to land the takedown.
Hardy sizes up Mantzurin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD#
Mantzurin closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Hardy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Mantzurin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hardy keeps trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Hardy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hardy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Hardy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardy wants to control but Mantzurin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mantzurin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hardy can do to turn this around?#T1#
Mantzurin is looking to advance position but Hardy won't allow it.
Hardy gets back to full guard.
Hardy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Mantzurin 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.
Monni Mantzurin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Hardy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Mantzurin has picked Hardy up and slammed him! Hardy can't keep hold of the triangle and Mantzurin manages to pass to side control!
Mantzurin remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hardy takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Hardy is looking to reverse the position.
Hardy is trying to control Mantzurin's posture but Mantzurin avoids it.
Hardy is trying to improve his position.#SU#
Mantzurin stands up and beckons Hardy to his feet. #TD#
Mantzurin closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hardy's guard.
Hardy 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#
Mantzurin is not content to let Hardy control the position.#T3#
Hardy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Hardy connects with a nice short shot to Mantzurin's temple.
Mantzurin is trying to stand up here but Hardy is controlling him well.
Mantzurin is looking to control Hardy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mantzurin avoid being mounted?
Hardy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Hardy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mantzurin defending well though.
Hardy not doing much here.
Mantzurin tries to get to full guard but Hardy has control of the leg. #T4#
Hardy is looking to take a break and control but Mantzurin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mantzurin is trying to stand.
Mantzurin is not content to let Hardy control the position.
Hardy prevents Mantzurin from improving his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Hardy is working for an americana but Mantzurin has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Hardy was thinking about the submission.
Mantzurin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Monni Mantzurin will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hardy lands a head shot.
Hardy throws a jab but it's blocked by Mantzurin.
Mantzurin takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hardy catches Mantzurin with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Mantzurin shoots for a takedown but Hardy saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mantzurin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hardy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Mantzurin.#CUT2#It looks like Monni Mantzurin has been cut.
Hardy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mantzurin.
Hardy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mantzurin with a poor takedown
and Hardy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Monni Mantzurin. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mantzurin was well out of range. Poor timing from Hardy.
Oliver Hardy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mantzurin shoots for a double leg takedown but Hardy sprawls well. He's pushed Mantzurin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
And Hardy tries to counter it with a takedown but Mantzurin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
No joy there for Mantzurin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mantzurin takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T1#
Hardy lands with a cross.
Mantzurin shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hardy misses the shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Mantzurin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hardy misses the shot to the body.
Mantzurin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #ROC2#Mantzurin is rocked!#TD2#
Hardy looking to score a takedown here. Mantzurin is defending well but Hardy drives through and ends up in Mantzurin's guard.
Mantzurin pushes Hardy off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Oh Mantzurin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mantzurin shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hardy as he jumps to the side.
Hardy feints a jab promting Mantzurin to slip. Hardy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Mantzurin slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Hardy stuffs the takedown.
Mantzurin walks straight into a right hand from Hardy - that's dropped him! Hardy jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Mantzurin from any more punishment! Mantzurin complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Oliver Hardy!
A less than humble Oliver Hardy misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
Monni Mantzurin spoke after the fight, saying 'blaaaahhhh.....'. |
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Event:
MFC - 68
Date: Apr 09, 2025 |
#R1#
Mantzurin shoots in looking for a takedown. Turmarrov tries to sprawl out of it but Mantzurin keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Turmarrov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Mantzurin closes the distance and clinches.
Mantzurin just leaning against Turmarrov, taking a breather.
Mantzurin scores with a knee to the head.
#TD2#
Turmarrov jumps guard.
Turmarrov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Mantzurin won't allow Turmarrov to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mantzurin landing some decent shots from guard.
Turmarrov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Mantzurin dives into side control.
#SUB#
Mantzurin tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Mantzurin working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#SUB#
Mantzurin thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Mantzurin in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Turmarrov looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Mantzurin turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Monni Mantzurin!
After winning the bout, Monni Mantzurin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SMASH: Tetrev vs Chai
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
#R1#
Glover takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Glover will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Glover takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bakarow lands with a nice combination. Glover backs away looking to recover.
Bakarow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#CL2#
Bakarow rushes Glover and presses him up against the cage.
Bakarow stalling.
#BC2#
Bakarow breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bakarow scores with a sloppy right hand. Glover should have avoided that one.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Glover. #CL2#
Bakarow has managed to clinch.
#T1#
Bakarow looking to stall.
Bakarow looking to stall.
#BC2#
Bakarow breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Glover tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bakarow defends well and Glover ends up having to push Bakarow into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A nice side step and Bakarow releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakarow tries a body shot but Glover blocks it.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Bakarow just misses with a elbow thrown towards Glover's brow.
Glover misses with a body punch.
Glover can't break the clinch.
Bakarow keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Glover's efforts to push away.
Glover is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Bakarow is trying to stall.
Glover definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bakarow with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Glover avoiding damage.
Bakarow is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Glover is keeping busy.
Glover is trying to break the clinch but Bakarow is controlling him.
Bakarow lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Roger Glover has been cut.
Bakarow's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Bakarow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Glover scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Glover moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC#Bakarow is rocked!
Bakarow circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL2#
Bakarow forces Glover back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Bakarow breaks the clinch.
Bakarow closes the distance looking to clinch
and Glover counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Bakarow throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Glover pushes Bakarow up against the cage in a clinch.
Glover is looking to break free of the clinch but Bakarow has double underhooks.
Glover prevents a takedown attempt there.
Roger Glover has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Bakarow.#TD2#
Bakarow has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Glover regains guard immediately.
Bakarow trying to control the position from guard on top but Glover is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Glover wants to stand and escape but Bakarow is having none of it.
Bakarow lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
Bakarow wants to pass the guard but Glover is keeping the position.
Glover utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Glover wants to stand and escape but Bakarow is having none of it. #SUB2#
Bakarow drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Glover manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Bakarow has Glover in his guard.#REVR#
Bakarow seems keen to control Glover's posture.
Glover pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bakarow is keeping the position for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Bakarow dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Roger Glover's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Bakarow takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Bakarow breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A head kick from Bakarow lands but Glover takes it in his stride.
Glover throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Glover rushes Bakarow and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Glover breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bakarow dives in and grabs Glover's left leg, looking for a takedown. Glover pushes down on Bakarow's head and hops out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Bakarow instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Bakarow breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#TD2#
Bakarow dives in and scores a takedown into Glover's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakarow postures up in Glover's guard and throws a big left but Glover blocks it. #SU2#
Bakarow stands and steps away. Glover gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #T1#
Glover takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Nice sprawl there from Glover as Bakarow shoots in.
Glover tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakarow counters with a thumping low kick. #CL#
Glover darts in and clinches Bakarow up against the cage.
Bakarow lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Bakarow breaks from the clinch.
#CL#
Glover instigates a clinch.
Bakarow looking to throw knees to the head but Glover is blocking nicely.
Bakarow is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Glover to keep the fight standing.
Roger Glover has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Bakarow.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Bakarow.
Bakarow is trying to drag Glover to the mat but Glover just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Bakarow misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Glover.
#T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Glover gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bakarow.
Bakarow throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Glover misses with a punch to the body.
Bakarow throws a knee to the head but misses.
Bakarow is trying to pull guard but Glover has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Glover breaks from the clinch.
A head kick misses from Bakarow.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakarow takes one on the button.
Bakarow has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bakarow uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Glover.#T3#
Bakarow moves in looking to clinch but Glover pushes him off.
Glover lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakarow circles away quickly and effectively.
Glover circles away from the clinch attempt.
Glover moves in looking to clinch but Bakarow pushes him off.
Glover avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Glover swats away the attempt to clinch by Bakarow.
A nice combination there by Glover.
Bakarow wants to clinch
and Glover counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakarow feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Glovers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4#
Glover fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bakarow darts in looking for a takedown but Glover gets double underhooks and turns Bakarow into the cage.
Bakarow tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Glover manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
An attempted straight right counter from Glover misses the target.
Bakarow walks into a stiff left hand from Glover.#CL#
Glover darts in and clinches Bakarow up against the cage.
Bakarow landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Sergey Bakarow seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakarow pushes off an throws an elbow but Glover leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Glover can't find room to land a body shot as Bakarow controls the action.
Glover on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Glover wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Bakarow has him pressed against the cage.
Bakarow tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Glover avoids it.
Glover has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Roger Glover will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Roger Glover's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Glover moves out of range of the body kick from Bakarow.
Bakarow tries to close the distance and clinch but Glover swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Glover went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Glover tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakarow swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Glover lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bakarow backs up against the cage.
Bakarow avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Glover lands with a hook. Bakarow tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bakarow is still on wobbly legs! Can Glover finish him?
Glover keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakarow seems to have recovered his senses.
Glover fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Glover lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Glover throws a right hand that Bakarow ducks under and follows up with a left that Bakarow also avoids with ease.#T1#
Bakarow works over Glover's head and body with a nice combination.#KD#
Glover drops Bakarow with a beautiful combination! Bakarow stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Glover is looking for the KO!
Glover moves in looking to clinch but Bakarow pushes him off.
Bakarow wants to counter with a clinch but Glover pushes him away.
Bakarow throws a chopping leg kick but Glover manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Glover swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bakarow looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Glover is looking to clinch but Bakarow is avoiding it.
#CL#
Glover gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short left from Glover.
Bakarow working some nice short punches in the clinch.#TD2#
Bakarow has hold of one of Glover's legs. Glover is fighting the takedown attempt but Bakarow gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#T2#
Bakarow wants to pass the guard but Glover is keeping the position.
Glover knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bakarow on the ground.
Glover wants to get back to his feet but Bakarow is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bakarow wants to control from the top but Glover keeps moving.
Bakarow advances to half guard.
Bakarow looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Glover with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Ground and pound from Bakarow. #SUB2#
Bakarow 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.
Bakarow landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T3#
Glover on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SU2#
Bakarow decides to stand up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bakarow.#CL2#
Bakarow has closed the distance and engaged Glover in a clinch.
#T4#
Bakarow wants to take the fight to the mat but Glover manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Bakarow's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bakarow throws an elbow that misses.
#BC2#
Bakarow's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The fight stays on the outside here - Glover looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Glover throws a right and a left that Bakarow avoids nicely.
Bakarow throws a nice head kick!
Glover fails with an attempt to clinch.
Glover rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakarow moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bakarow throws a head kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Glover misses the target.
Glover doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakarow circles away.
It seemed like Bakarow was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD2#
Bakarow fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Glover to the ground. Bakarow is now in Glover's guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergey Bakarow.
I think Bakarow has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:30
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Sergey Bakarow! |
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Event:
MFC - 63
Date: Mar 22, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Buryckin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Mantzurin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Buryckin passes Mantzurin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Buryckin seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mantzurin is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Buryckin is looking to advance position but Mantzurin won't allow it.
Mantzurin wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Buryckin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Let's hope that Buryckin has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Buryckin passes to full mount!
Buryckin prevents Mantzurin from getting the reversal.
Buryckin content just to control the position here.
Buryckin manages to capitalize on a mistake by Mantzurin to take his back!#T2#
Mantzurin is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Buryckin.
#SUB2#
Buryckin looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Mantzurin taps!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Matvey Buryckin!
Matvey Buryckin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Monni Mantzurin spoke after the fight, saying 'blaaaahhhh.....'. |
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Event:
MFC - 60
Date: Mar 12, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Justen scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Justen is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mantzurin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Justen is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Mantzurin is trying to escape and Justen transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Mantzurin is forced to tap! Nice work there by Justen! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Herbert Justen!
An out of breath and clearly excited Herbert Justen thanked Shadow Realm Apparel for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Monni Mantzurin spoke after the fight, saying 'blaaaahhhh.....'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Hallow vs Sitsongrit
Date: Feb 28, 2025 |
#R1#
Lee fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bakarow.
Bakarow looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lee scores with a decent looking hook.
Bakarow throws a hook but Lee blocks it.
Jimmy Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lee throws a leg kick but Bakarow checks it.
Bakarow tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown but Lee shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lee throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bakarow's coach down at Elite Combat Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bakarow's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Bakarow looks to land a combination but Lee avoids it well.
Lee throws a series of strikes that have Bakarow backpedaling.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#TD2#
Bakarow drives through with a takedown into guard.
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!
Lee keeping moving, preventing Bakarow from controlling successfully.
Lee wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Lee pulls Bakarow in close to prevent any damage.
Bakarow trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
Bakarow wants to stand but Lee has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Bakarow trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Bakarow is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lee is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lee has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Bakarow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lee manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Lee pulls Bakarow in close to prevent any damage.
Bakarow is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Bakarow looking to pass the guard.
Bakarow slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lee keeping moving, preventing Bakarow from controlling successfully. #SU2#
Bakarow stands up from Lee's guard - Bakarow perhaps looking for a knockout.
Lee misses with a body shot.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#CL2#
Bakarow moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Bakarow successfully pulls guard.
Bakarow trying to keep a closed guard but Lee is proving a slippery customer.
Lee content to stall in guard here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bakarow is trying to control the position but Lee postures up.
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 Jimmy Lee will probably get the nod.
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#
Lee throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bakarow drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lee defends it well.
Bakarow is looking to clinch but Lee is avoiding it.
Bakarow misses with a wild combination.
Bakarow is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bakarow takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bakarow misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lee lands with a shot to the body.
Bakarow tries to bum rush Lee with a series of wild strikes but Lee uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bakarow shoots in looking for a takedown but Lee manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bakarow's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bakarow is looking to clinch. #T1#
Lee misses with a wild body shot.
Bakarow walks into a stiff left hand from Lee.
Bakarow tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lee keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jimmy Lee is winning the standup battle so far.
Lee misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Bakarow counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakarow wants to take a breather but Lee is having none of it.
Bakarow throws a strike but Lee avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Lee wants to sweep but no luck.
Bakarow pushing down on Lee's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bakarow trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Bakarow is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
Bakarow lands strikes from half guard.
Bakarow is looking to take a break and control but Lee is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bakarow thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lee's head.
Lee knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Bakarow on the ground.
Bakarow wants to take a breather but Lee is having none of it. #T3##SUB2#
Bakarow is trying to work for a kimura but Lee is defending well.
#SUB2#
Lee is defending against the submission attempts here by Bakarow.
Lee is looking to improve his position.
Bakarow passes to side control.
Lee sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bakarow sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lee defending well though.
Sergey Bakarow has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lee is refusing to be controlled, as Bakarow sits in half guard.
Bakarow passes to full mount!
Bakarow throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lee is bucking up trying to escape but Bakarow cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Bakarow lands a big shot there that rocks Lee but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Bakarow showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bakarow avoids the body shot from Lee.
Lee throws a hook to the side of Bakarow's head but Bakarow sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big right from Lee misses.
Bakarow sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
No joy there for Bakarow, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A lazy left from Lee finds it's target.
Bakarow looks to score with a jab to the body but Lee is just out of range.
Bakarow shoots in but Lee avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lee is looking to score with low kicks.
Lee misses with a body shot.
Bakarow fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lee scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bakarow in his tracks. #T1#
Lee takes a swing at Bakarow's ribcage but misses.
Good leg kick by Lee.
Lee leaves Bakarow with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lee misses with a straight left.
Sergey Bakarow is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakarow tries to close the distance and clinch but Lee swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lee sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Lee throws a looping overhand right but Bakarow ducks down to avoid it.
Decent striking displayed by Lee there.
Bakarow tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lee swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bakarow shoots in for a double leg but Lee sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jimmy Lee has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Bakarow.
Lee is looking to score with low kicks.#T2#
Nice body punch from Lee.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bakarow is defended easily by Lee.
Bakarow doesn't manage to clinch there - Lee circles away.
A big left from Lee misses.
Lee throws a push kick but Bakarow slaps the foot to one side.
Lee is looking to score with low kicks.
Lee swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakarow tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lee swivels and escapes.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakarow takes a kick to the side of the head.#T3#
Bakarow tries to clinch there but Lee circles away.
Bakarow fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bakarow throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Lee.
Bakarow avoids the body shot from Lee.
Bakarow tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lee misses with a hook.
Bakarow tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lee swivels and escapes.
Bakarow fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lee has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Lee takes a swing at Bakarow's ribcage but misses.
Bakarow walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lee works Bakarow's body with a nice hook.
Lee cracks Bakarow with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T4#
Bakarow thows a leg kick but Lee checks it
and Lee counters with a stiff right hand.
Lee connects with a nice looking jab.
Jimmy Lee is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakarow fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lee looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bakarow stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lee.
Lee thows a left - swing and a miss!
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!
Lee throws a right and a left that Bakarow avoids nicely.
Lee connects with a looping right hand.
Lee avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bakarow shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lee defends it nicely.
Lee feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lee misses with a looping left.
Bakarow is looking for the big counter here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jimmy Lee showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lee has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jimmy Lee!
Jimmy Lee got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
MFC - 56
Date: Feb 27, 2025 |
#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Mazepin enables Mantzurin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Mazepin manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Mantzurin tries to free his leg and advance position but Mazepin is retaining full guard.
Mazepin has momentary wrist control but Mantzurin slips an elbow through the middle.#CUT#It looks like Fedor Mazepin has been cut.
Mantzurin lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#CUT#That has opened up Fedor Mazepin's cut even more.#SU#
Mantzurin gets to his feet - Mazepin follows without any prompting. #CL#
Mantzurin closes the distance and pushes Mazepin back into the cage.
Mantzurin lands a body shot in the clinch.
#TD#
Mantzurin lands a takedown into guard.
#SUB2#
Mazepin is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mantzurin defends well.
Mazepin looks winded!#SUB2#
Mazepin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mantzurin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Mantzurin is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mantzurin passes Mazepin's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Mantzurin trying to control the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Mantzurin is working for a kimura but Mazepin is defending it quite comfortably.
Mantzurin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Mantzurin is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Mazepin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mantzurin.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Mantzurin lands a nice short elbow.#CUT#Fedor Mazepin's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Fedor Mazepin's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Monni Mantzurin!
After winning the bout, Monni Mantzurin thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Fedor Mazepin had this to say: 'until next time'. |
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Event:
MFC - 55
Date: Feb 22, 2025 |
#R1#
Kiely scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice uppercut there from Kiely.
Mantzurin throws a wild body kick that Kiely sees coming a mile off.
Mantzurin fails with a takedown attempt.
Kiely lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kiely.
Mantzurin shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kiely defends it nicely.
Kiely looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
No luck for Mantzurin with that takedown attempt.
Kiely appears to be looking for a big counter.
Harrison Kiely has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Monni Mantzurin.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mantzurin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mantzurin on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD2#
Mantzurin drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kiely looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mantzurin is one step ahead there.
Mantzurin stays in close to Kiely's body and controls the position. #T1##SUB#
Mantzurin is sitting in close to Kiely's body. Kiely has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Mantzurin is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Mantzurin is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Kiely.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Harrison Kiely!
Harrison Kiely retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath Harrison Kiely thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Monni Mantzurin spoke after the fight, saying 'blaaaahhhh.....'. |
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Event:
MFC - 52
Date: Feb 12, 2025 |
#R1#
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick #TD#
and Mantzurin counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mantzurin chips away with some ground and pound.
Pudzianowski is looking to stand up but Mantzurin isn't so interested in that idea.
Mantzurin 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.
Mantzurin is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Mantzurin drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Mantzurin seems to have locked his on tight now - Pudzianowski screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Mantzurin, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Monni Mantzurin!
A relieved looking Monni Mantzurin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Hohenthal vs Reepo 2
Date: Feb 09, 2025 |
#R1#
Bakarow throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bakarow throws a hook but Pizziconi avoids it easily.
Bakarow fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pizziconi avoids it really well and circles away.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pizziconi as he jumps to the side.
Pizziconi misses with a takedown
and Bakarow counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pizziconi thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pizziconi blocks a head kick by Bakarow.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Pizziconi.#T1#
Pizziconi has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Pizziconi tries to keep at a distance but Bakarow has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pizziconi.
Pizziconi looking for a takedown. #TD2#
Bakarow has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Pizziconi regains guard immediately.
Bakarow missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bakarow must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Pizziconi keeping moving, preventing Bakarow from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi looking to control.
Pizziconi seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T2#
Bakarow trying to control but Pizziconi is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bakarow forces his way into half guard.
Bakarow takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bakarow not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bakarow wants to pass the guard but Pizziconi is defending well.
Bakarow landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bakarow seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Pizziconi manages to get to full guard.
#SU2#
Bakarow stands up from Pizziconi's guard - Bakarow perhaps looking for a knockout. #T3##TD2#
Pizziconi tries to sprawl but Bakarow drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Bakarow gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #CL#
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches.
Bakarow tries to land knees in the clinch but Pizziconi avoids the damage to the body. #TD#
Pizziconi jumps guard and drags Bakarow to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Pizziconi pulls Bakarow in close to prevent any damage.
Bakarow wants to stand but Pizziconi has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Bakarow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Bakarow wants to stand and escape but instead Pizziconi has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Bakarow wants to improve his position but instead Pizziconi has moved into half guard.
Pizziconi slows the pace down in half guard.
Bakarow is trying to maintain the position but Pizziconi is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bakarow makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bakarow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Bakarow dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Pizziconi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Pizziconi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Bakarow is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pizziconi off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Bakarow looking for the RNC.
Bakarow struggling to land strikes to the head as Pizziconi covers up.
Bakarow punches Pizziconi on the ear. #SUB2#
Bakarow is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Pizziconi defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB2#
Bakarow seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Pizziconi's chin but Pizziconi turns very nicely into Bakarow's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Pizziconi.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pizziconi lands a couple of digs.#T1#
Pizziconi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bakarow controls Pizziconi momentarily but Pizziconi frees himself.
Bakarow keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi throws a big elbow that misses.
Pizziconi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bakarow keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Pizziconi scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pizziconi won't allow Bakarow to get back to his feet.
Bakarow trying to keep a closed guard but Pizziconi is proving a slippery customer.
Sergey Bakarow has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bakarow wants to stand up but Pizziconi is controlling him. #SU#
Pizziconi stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Bakarow leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Pizziconi feints and as Bakarow raises his hands in defense, Pizziconi changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bakarow keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass. #T3#
Pizziconi trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Bakarow is looking for a triangle but Pizziconi pushes his legs off easily.
Pizziconi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bakarow is looking to stand up but Pizziconi isn't so interested in that idea.
Bakarow trying to control the position.
Pizziconi is working Bakarow over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bakarow is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Pizziconi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Bakarow has his foot on Pizziconi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pizziconi works his way back into a safe position though.
Pizziconi is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Pizziconi closes the distance and clinches up with Bakarow, looking for a takedown. Pizziconi pushes Bakarow against the cage but Bakarow circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Bakarow closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Pizziconi's guard.
Pizziconi wants to stand up but Bakarow is controlling him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pizziconi wants to sweep but no luck.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bakarow has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Pizziconi is proving hard to escape from.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Osmany Pizziconi will probably get the nod.
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#
Bakarow throws a nice head kick!
Pizziconi fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Bakarow closes the distance and pushes Pizziconi back into the cage.#BC2#
Bakarow breaks the clinch.
Bakarow leaves Pizziconi with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pizziconi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakarow throws out the jab.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown but Pizziconi shows good takedown defense.
Pizziconi fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Bakarow shoots in and drives through. Pizziconi sprawls well.
Pizziconi tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bakarow manages to circle out of the way.
Bakarow shoots in looking for a takedown but Pizziconi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bakarow's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Osmany Pizziconi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pizziconi tries to clinch up.
Bakarow is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pizziconi with a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bakarow looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Pizziconi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Pizziconi shoots in and bounces Bakarow off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Bakarow being controlled here, momentarily. #T2#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pizziconi's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bakarow utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bakarow trying to keep a closed guard but Pizziconi is proving a slippery customer.
Bakarow wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bakarow wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Pizziconi is now in half guard.
Pizziconi lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T3#
Bakarow has his hands clasped together around Pizziconi's back. He's all about the action.
Pizziconi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bakarow is trying to control but can't.
Pizziconi is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Bakarow is defending against the submission attempts here by Pizziconi.
#SUB2#
Bakarow looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Pizziconi is controlling the pace.
Bakarow is pressing down on Pizziconi's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pizziconi throws an elbow that misses. Bakarow uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Pizziconi's guard. Nice move by Bakarow!#REVB#
Bakarow wants to control from the top but Pizziconi keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Sergey Bakarow.
I think Bakarow has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Bakarow! |
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Event:
MFC - 49
Date: Jan 30, 2025 |
#R1#
Mantzurin dives in for a single leg takedown but Anderson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Anderson throwing a counter right hand but Mantzurin manages to avoid it.
Anderson blocks a head kick by Mantzurin.
Mantzurin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mantzurin misses with a takedown attempt
and Anderson counters with a series of strikes. Mantzurin will be more careful next time no doubt.
Mantzurin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Mantzurin misses with a jab, cross combination.
Anderson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anderson scores with the left hand. Mantzurin knows he should have avoided that one.
Anderson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Mantzurin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Anderson cracks Mantzurin with a right hand to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mantzurin fails with a takedown attempt.
Sparky Anderson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Monni Mantzurin.
A swing and a miss from Anderson.
Mantzurin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Anderson's waist but Anderson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mantzurin off to one side.
Anderson looks to land a left hand but Mantzurin moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Anderson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mantzurin dives in for a single leg takedown but Anderson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Anderson was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Some wild striking there from Mantzurin.
Anderson tests Mantzurin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Anderson throws a lazy right hand but Mantzurin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mantzurin changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Anderson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mantzurin.
Jab, jab by Anderson - just one landing.
Anderson lands with a straight right. Mantzurin didn't see that one coming.
Anderson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice combination there by Anderson.
Anderson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Monni Mantzurin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mantzurin shoots for a double leg takedown but Anderson sprawls well. He's pushed Mantzurin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
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!
Mantzurin shoots for a double leg takedown but Anderson sprawls well. He's pushed Mantzurin's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2#
Mantzurin shoots in looking for a takedown but Anderson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mantzurin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Mantzurin gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Anderson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mantzurin looks winded!
Horrible takedown attempt by Mantzurin or perhaps it was just good defense by Anderson, which made it look bad.
As Mantzurin looks to move away, Anderson throws a big counter combo but Mantzurin just gets out of the way.
Anderson swinging wildly here.
Anderson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Anderson scores with a nice strike.
Anderson throws a hook but Mantzurin blocks it.
Anderson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Mantzurin tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Anderson defends well and Mantzurin ends up having to push Anderson into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Anderson misses the target.
Good exchange - Anderson coming out on top.
Mantzurin tries to clinch up
and Anderson counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Mantzurin or perhaps it was just good defense by Anderson, which made it look bad.
Mantzurin takes one on the button.
Donk. Anderson catches Mantzurin right on the button with a cross.
Mantzurin shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Anderson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Mantzurin is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Monni Mantzurin has been cut.
Anderson drops Mantzurin with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Mantzurin! Anderson dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sparky Anderson!
As Sparky Anderson got his breath back, he grabbed the microphone and managed to blurt out the following: It's great to be the new champion, thanks to all my team around me'.
Monni Mantzurin was interviewed post fight and said 'blaaaahhhh.....'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Denver vs Romanow
Date: Jan 04, 2025 |
#R1##TD2#
Bakarow closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Porfirigo to the mat! Porfirigo manages to get full guard.
Porfirigo manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Bakarow effectively controlling the action here.
Bakarow will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Porfirigo up against the cage.
Bakarow jumps guard but Porfirigo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Bakarow manages to break the clinch.
Bakarow lands a jab to the head.
Bakarow pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakarow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Porfirigo looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Porfirigo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bakarow keeps working. #T1#
Bakarow trying to get back to full guard but Porfirigo takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Porfirigo tries to control but Bakarow wriggling away.
Porfirigo avoids the attempt from Bakarow to control.
Porfirigo trying to control but Bakarow is having none of it.
Bakarow gets back to half guard.#T2#
Bakarow tries to roll over but Porfirigo keeps him under control.#SUB#
Porfirigo is trying to work for a kimura but Bakarow is defending well.
Bakarow works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Porfirigo is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bakarow is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bakarow has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakarow throwing strikes but missing.
Porfirigo seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T3#
Porfirigo 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#
Bakarow wants to get back to full guard.
Bakarow has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Porfirigo is working away from the top position though.
Porfirigo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SU#
Porfirigo decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Bakarow lands a head kick!
#T4##TD#
Porfirigo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Porfirigo is working for a kimura but Bakarow is defending it quite comfortably.
Bakarow tries to get to full guard but Porfirigo has control of the leg.
Porfirigo missing with the ground and pound from half 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 Tayaen Porfirigo will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Porfirigo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Bakarow fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Porfirigo, pushing him back against the cage.
The referee calls for Bakarow to work.
Porfirigo prevents a body shot from Bakarow.
Bakarow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#TD2#
Bakarow jumps guard.
#SUB#
Porfirigo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Porfirigo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bakarow working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Porfirigo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakarow bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Porfirigo's guard. #REVB#
Bakarow stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Porfirigo swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Bakarow would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Porfirigo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bakarow manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Bakarow wants to improve his position but instead Porfirigo has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Porfirigo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bakarow doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Porfirigo. #SUB#
Porfirigo is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2#
Bakarow is looking to escape.
Porfirigo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bakarow's head.
Bakarow wants to get back to his feet.
Bakarow keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Porfirigo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bakarow is just riding it out for now. Porfirigo eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Bakarow tries to get to full guard but Porfirigo has control of the leg. #SU#
Porfirigo stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Bakarow to get to his feet.
Bakarow tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#CL2#
Bakarow closes the distance and clinches.
Knees in the clinch landing for Bakarow.
#BC2#
Bakarow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bakarow lands with a kick to the temple. Porfirigo shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Porfirigo as he avoids it easily.
Sergey Bakarow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Porfirigo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Porfirigo sprawls well. Porfirigo wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bakarow gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Bakarow showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Porfirigo.
Porfirigo sets himself, and Bakarow steps forward looking for the clinch! Porfirigo avoids it this time.#CL2#
Bakarow instigates a clinch.
Porfirigo is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Bakarow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Porfirigo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bakarow was covering up waiting for the punch and Porfirigo finishes the takedown easily into guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Porfirigo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Porfirigo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bakarow works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tayaen Porfirigo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Porfirigo wants to control from the top but Bakarow keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bakarow is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Porfirigo is controlling him.
Bakarow is pulling down on Porfirigo's head. It's preventing any offense from Porfirigo, at least for the moment.
Bakarow not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Porfirigo postures up in Bakarow's guard and throws a big left but Bakarow blocks it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Porfirigo trying to control but Bakarow is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Porfirigo fails to land the takedown.
Bakarow wants to counter with a clinch but Porfirigo pushes him away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tayaen Porfirigo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bakarow shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Porfirigo as he avoids it easily.
Porfirigo keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Porfirigo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Porfirigo misses with a takedown attempt - Bakarow sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tayaen Porfirigo is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Porfirigo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bakarow throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3#
Bakarow shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakarow takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakarow fails in his attempt to clinch.
It looked like Porfirigo was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD#
Porfirigo drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Porfirigo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bakarow has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Porfirigo has managed to get both his arms back between Bakarow's legs - danger averted.
Porfirigo trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Porfirigo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #ES2#
Bakarow kicks Porfirigo off and gets to his feet. #T4#
Bakarow shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Porfirigo defends it nicely.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bakarow looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bakarow closes this distance looking for a takedown but Porfirigo circles away.
A big right from Porfirigo misses.
Despite the aggression on Bakarow's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bakarow is looking to clinch but Porfirigo is avoiding it.
Sergey Bakarow seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Bakarow drives through and clinches with Porfirigo against the cage.
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 Tayaen Porfirigo.
I think Porfirigo has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:29
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Tayaen Porfirigo!
Tayaen Porfirigo took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
MFC - 41
Date: Dec 26, 2024 |
#R1#
Crocop throws a jab when Mantzurin was well out of range.
Mantzurin is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Crocop misses with a wild combination.
#CL2#
Mantzurin clinches up against the cage.
Crocop struggles to land a body shot inside as Mantzurin controls his hands.
Mantzurin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Mantzurin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Monni Mantzurin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crocop misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#TD2#
Mantzurin is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Crocop's half guard.
Mantzurin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mantzurin controlling the pace. #SU2#
Mantzurin stands up out of the half guard. #T1#
A head kick by Crocop misses #TD2#
and Mantzurin counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Crocop!
Crocop is being controlled here. #SUB2#
Mantzurin is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Crocop is trying to escape and Mantzurin transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Crocop is forced to tap! Nice work there by Mantzurin! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Monni Mantzurin!
A relieved looking Monni Mantzurin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
MFC - 39
Date: Dec 13, 2024 |
#R1##TD#
Mantzurin gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Patryk to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mantzurin pushes Patryk off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Patryk looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Patryk with a poor takedown #TD2#
and Mantzurin counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Mantzurin is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Patryk makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Patryk.
Mantzurin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mantzurin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Mantzurin throws a big elbow that misses.
Mantzurin 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.
Mantzurin trying to control but Patryk is working from the bottom. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Mantzurin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Mantzurin trying to control the position from guard on top but Patryk is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Patryk being controlled here, momentarily.
Patryk looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mantzurin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Mantzurin is thwarting Patryk's attempts to control the position.
Still in half guard, Mantzurin seems content to control.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Patryk wants to improve his position but Mantzurin is controlling well.
Mantzurin landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #CUT2#It looks like Lukasz Patryk has been cut.
Mantzurin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Patryk makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Patryk.
Mantzurin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mantzurin stands up over Patryk, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mantzurin stays in close to Patryk's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Mantzurin has gone for a leg lock! Patryk slips out almost immediately though and dives into Mantzurin's guard.#REVR#
Mantzurin controlling Patryk's posture. #T3#
Patryk trying to control but Mantzurin is working from the bottom. #SU#
Mantzurin is working an open guard so Patryk takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Patryk displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Mantzurin.
As Mantzurin tries to get set, Patryk tries to push him back and clinch up but Mantzurin manages to avoid the attempt.
Mantzurin throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Patryk's waist but Patryk gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mantzurin off to one side.
Mantzurin displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Patryk. #T4#
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.
Patryk is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mantzurin sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Mantzurin shapes to counter with a head kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lukasz Patryk. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Patryk dodges the punch combination from Mantzurin.
Mantzurin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Patryk tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Patryk throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Patryk fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mantzurin lands a head kick. Patryk smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Mantzurin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Patryk tries to avoid it but Mantzurin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Patryk to the ground. Patryk escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Patryk misses with an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Monni Mantzurin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lukasz Patryk's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Mantzurin fails with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Mantzurin rushes Patryk and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Mantzurin - that landed with a thud.
Patryk is looking for a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Mantzurin has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Patryk regains guard immediately.
Mantzurin scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Patryk trying to keep a closed guard but Mantzurin is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Mantzurin throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Mantzurin cracks Patryk with a solid left hand.#CUT2#Lukasz Patryk's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Mantzurin wants to stand but Patryk is controlling his posture from full guard.
Mantzurin keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Patryk's head.
Mantzurin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#Jeez, Lukasz Patryk's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Lukasz Patryk's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Monni Mantzurin!
A relieved looking Monni Mantzurin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Lukasz Patryk was interviewed post fight and said 'I will never give up!'. |
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Event:
Conquest XVIII
Date: Dec 07, 2024 |
#R1##CL#
Justen gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Unbelivable ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Unbelivable no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Justen tries to free his leg and advance position but Unbelivable is retaining full guard.
Justen is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Justen drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Justen jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Justen preventing the sweep.
Unbelivable is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Justen trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Unbelivable manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Justen has his foot on Unbelivable's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Unbelivable works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unbelivable is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Unbelivable working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Justen has a closed guard, preventing Unbelivable from standing up. #T1##SUB#
Justen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Unbelivable gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Justen controls Unbelivable momentarily but Unbelivable frees himself.
Justen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Unbelivable is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Justen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Justen working for a triangle but Unbelivable defends it easily.
Unbelivable trying to control the position from guard on top but Justen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Unbelivable postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Justen working for a triangle but Unbelivable defends it easily.
#SU2#
Justen is working an open guard so Unbelivable takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Unbelivable looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB#
Justen is looking for a triangle but Unbelivable pushes his legs off easily.
Justen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Unbelivable.
Justen looking to control.
Unbelivable trying to control the position from guard on top but Justen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Unbelivable drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Unbelivable as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Justen screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Unbelivable! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Usko Unbelivable!
Usko Unbelivable very nearly forgot to thank Sportivit� amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
Herbert Justen spoke after the fight, saying 'His BJJ sucks...'. |
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Event:
MFC - 37
Date: Dec 07, 2024 |
#R1#
Mantzurin looks for a takedown but Shakespeare sprawls well.
Shakespeare throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Shakespeare throws a jab but it's blocked by Mantzurin.
Shakespeare waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mantzurin.
An inside leg kick from Shakespeare misses.
A slow jab from Shakespeare misses its intended target.
Shakespeare has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Mantzurin closes the distance but Shakespeare moves to the side
and Shakespeare cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Monni Mantzurin has been cut.
Shakespeare misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shakespeare misses with a hook to the body
and Mantzurin counters with a three punch combo that has Shakespeare backing up. Shakespeare nods at Mantzurin to acknowledge the strikes.
Shakespeare throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Despite the aggression on Mantzurin's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Mantzurin throws a leg kick
and Shakespeare counters with a stiff right hand.
Shakespeare scores with the left hand. Mantzurin knows he should have avoided that one.
Shakespeare throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Mantzurin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Shakespeare throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Mantzurin throws a fast counter high kick but Shakespeare manages to duck under it in time.
Shakespeare tries to land a front kick but Mantzurin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Shakespeare sets himself, and Mantzurin steps forward looking for the clinch! Shakespeare avoids it this time.
Shakespeare throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends Mantzurin stumbling backwards into the cage! Mantzurin bounces back off the cage towards Shakespeare, who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! Shakespeare lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! Shakespeare celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Robbie Shakespeare!
During a confident post fight interview, Robbie Shakespeare thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Monni Mantzurin had this to say: 'blaaaahhhh.....'. |
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Event:
MFC - 34
Date: Nov 23, 2024 |
#R1##TD2#
Mantzurin closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Albertson did well to prevent Mantzurin getting side control.
Mantzurin scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#CUT2#It looks like John Albertson has been cut.
Mantzurin trying to mount his opponent but Albertson defends it.
Mantzurin content to control rather than advance.
Mantzurin throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Mantzurin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Albertson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mantzurin trying to control the pace.
It looks like Mantzurin might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Mantzurin working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Mantzurin is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Mantzurin is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Albertson has hold of Mantzurin's hands but Mantzurin slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Mantzurin 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! Albertson is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Monni Mantzurin!
Monni Mantzurin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 09, 2024 |
#R1#
Bakarow keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Bakarow pushes Frost up against the cage in a clinch.
Bakarow has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Frost is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bakarow lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT2#It looks like Jadiel Frost has been cut.#BC2#
Bakarow breaks from the clinch.
Frost scores with a kick to the body.
Frost shoots in but no luck this time. #CL2#
Bakarow clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frost misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Bakarow breaks from the clinch.
Bakarow blocks a head kick by Frost.
Frost misses with a lunging right hand
letting Bakarow counter with a right hand.
Frost swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakarow counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1##CL2#
Bakarow drives through and clinches with Frost against the cage.
#TD2#
Bakarow decides to pull guard.
Bakarow managing to control the position.
Bakarow wants to stand but Frost is controlling the position.
Frost throws a strike but Bakarow rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Bakarow stands up over Frost, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC2#Frost is rocked!#SUB2#
Bakarow thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SU2#
Bakarow stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bakarow.
Oh Frost is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Frost struggling a bit here.
Bakarow lands some shots froms side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakarow cracks Frost with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Bakarow immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Frost is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Bakarow!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sergey Bakarow! |
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Event:
Conquest XIV
Date: Oct 26, 2024 |
#R1#
Jab by Bowen .
A big left from Bowen misses.
Bowen scores with a nice body kick.
Bowen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bowen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Unbelivable was well out of range. Poor timing from Bowen .
Bowen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Unbelivable moves away.
Unbelivable takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#It looks like Usko Unbelivable has been cut.
Unbelivable avoids the head kick by Bowen .
Unbelivable wants to counter with a clinch but Bowen pushes him away.
Unbelivable is looking to clinch but Bowen is avoiding it.
Unbelivable shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bowen sprawls well. Bowen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Unbelivable gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Unbelivable misses with a takedown attempt
and Bowen counters with an outside leg kick.
Bowen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bowen lands a high kick!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bowen jabs Unbelivable to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Unbelivable takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Unbelivable looks winded!
OH! Unbelivable has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Bowen smells blood and charges in for the finish! Bowen unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Unbelivable sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Luke Bowen !
A very excited looking Luke Bowen 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.
Usko Unbelivable was interviewed post fight and said 'well he was a better man tonight'. |
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Event:
OFK 446 -
Date: Oct 13, 2024 |
#R1#
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Hakansson drives through with a takedown into Bakarow's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hakansson trying to control but Bakarow is working from the bottom.
Bakarow lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bakarow keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hakansson's head.#SUB2#
Bakarow drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bakarow jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bakarow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Bakarow trying to control the position from guard on top but Hakansson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakarow content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bakarow accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bakarow sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bakarow in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bakarow wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving. #SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bakarow defends well.
Bakarow wants to stand but Hakansson is controlling his posture from full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bakarow wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving. #SU2#
Bakarow stands up and waves to Hakansson to follow him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hakansson. #TD2#
Bakarow shoots in and gets a takedown into Hakansson's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bakarow tries to stand but Hakansson is controlling from the bottom.
Hakansson trying to keep a closed guard but Bakarow is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakarow wants to stand but Hakansson is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3##SUB#
Hakansson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Hakansson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bakarow is aware though and is defending well.
Hakansson keeping full guard, as Bakarow tries to pass.
Bakarow scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bakarow cracks Hakansson with a solid left hand.
Bakarow works over Hakansson with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Hakansson has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bakarow 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 Hakansson.
Hakansson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Bakarow is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T4#
A nice elbow there by Bakarow.
Bakarow fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Hakansson wants to control but Bakarow is having none of it.
Bakarow landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB2#
Bakarow is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Hakansson can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Hakansson is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bakarow landing punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Bakarow dominated that round.
That's time! Hakansson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bakarow is defended easily by Hakansson.
Hakansson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bakarow sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hakansson somewhat.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Bakarow moves into range and clinches up with Hakansson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Bakarow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakarow is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bakarow tries to clinch but Hakansson moves out of range.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hakansson shoots for a double leg takedown but Bakarow sprawls well. He's pushed Hakansson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hakansson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakarow swivels and escapes.
Bakarow is looking for the big counter here.
Bakarow displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hakansson.
Despite the aggression on Bakarow's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bakarow tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hakansson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bakarow somewhat.
Hakansson throws a series of punches but Bakarow avoids them all with ease.
Hakansson cracks Bakarow with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hakansson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bakarow tries to avoid it but Hakansson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bakarow to the ground. Bakarow escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bakarow throws the kick towards the body but Hakansson avoids it.
Hakansson dodges the punch combination from Bakarow.
#T2#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bakarow as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Hakansson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bakarow!
Bakarow throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hakansson.
Bakarow misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Bakarow closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Bakarow jumps into guard, dragging Hakansson to the mat.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakarow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hakansson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T3##SUB2#
Bakarow has gone for a leg lock! Hakansson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bakarow's guard.#REVR#
Bakarow wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Hakansson manages to pass to side control. #SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura here.
Bakarow makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bakarow.#T4#
Bakarow lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bakarow stands up over Hakansson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bakarow stands and throws Hakansson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hakansson is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Bakarow looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hakansson is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sergey Bakarow 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#
Bakarow tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hakansson swivels and escapes.
Bakarow tries to clinch up but Hakansson circles away and keeps his distance.
Sergey Bakarow is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hakansson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bakarow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Hakansson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bakarow!
Bakarow holds on to Hakansson's head and controls the position momentarily.
Bakarow struggling a bit here.
Bakarow is being controlled here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakarow is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hakansson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T1#
Hakansson working away.
Bakarow is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hakansson tries for a kimura but Bakarow is defending well.
Bakarow is trying to buck Hakansson off.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bakarow is trying to control Hakansson's posture but Hakansson avoids it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bakarow shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hakansson pinned against the cage. Hakansson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Hakansson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bakarow to the mat! Bakarow manages to get full guard.
Bakarow is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hakansson is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Hakansson looking to pass the guard.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bakarow is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hakansson defends well.
Bakarow is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bakarow is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bakarow misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hakansson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jack Hakansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Bakarow.
Bakarow tries to clinch up.
Sergey Bakarow is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bakarow throws a head kick that misses.
Hakansson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bakarow looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hakansson swats away the attempt to clinch by Bakarow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bakarow fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jack Hakansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bakarow enables Hakansson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bakarow manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Hakansson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bakarow 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Bakarow! |
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