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Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Andrey Kuznetcov (ranked 281 p4p, 30 weight class) and Yuri Bedlaminov (ranked 401 p4p, 38 weight class). Bedlaminov has chosen Call to Arms as his entrance music. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
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287 lbs
14 - 2 - 0 |
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190 cm
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260 lbs
8 - 4 - 0 |
Great wrestler
World class boxer
Insanely flexible |
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World class boxer
Good gas tank |
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
14 - 2 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Andrey Kuznetcov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
8 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Yuri Bedlaminov!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Paulsen Ambrosius and Wagner Zegers.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bedlaminov connects with a solid leg kick.
Kuznetcov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bedlaminov scores with a jab to the body.
Kuznetcov punishes Bedlaminov's body with a nice straight punch.
Kuznetcov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kuznetcov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bedlaminov as he jumps to the side.
Bedlaminov scores with a body shot.
Kuznetcov scores with a hook to the body. Bedlaminov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kuznetcov misses with a shot to the body
and Bedlaminov counters with a stiff right hand.
Bedlaminov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bedlaminov drops his hands momentarily and Kuznetcov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
It looks like Yuri Bedlaminov has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body punch from Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kuznetcov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bedlaminov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bedlaminov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuznetcov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bedlaminov scrambles back to his feet.
Kuznetcov throws a hook but Bedlaminov avoids it easily.
Bedlaminov thumps Kuznetcov with a low kick.
Kuznetcov has a takedown stuffed.
An inside leg kick lands from Bedlaminov.
A big right from Kuznetcov misses.
Bedlaminov fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kuznetcov.
Bedlaminov lands a slapping body shot.
Kuznetcov misses with a body shot.
Bedlaminov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bedlaminov just misses with a punch to the body.
Bedlaminov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kuznetcov doesn't seem bothered though.
Kuznetcov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bedlaminov on his heels. He'll look to pass Bedlaminov's guard now, I'm sure.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bedlaminov is adopting a defensive guard.
Kuznetcov landing with the ground and pound.
Kuznetcov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bedlaminov pulls Kuznetcov in close to prevent any damage.
Bedlaminov working a defensive guard here.
Kuznetcov being controlled here momentarily.
Kuznetcov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bedlaminov is trying to control the position but Kuznetcov postures up.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetcov won't allow Bedlaminov to sweep him here.
Bedlaminov has his hands on Kuznetcov's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bedlaminov is continuing to stall.
Kuznetcov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bedlaminov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Bedlaminov wants to sweep but no luck.
Bedlaminov is trying to control the position but Kuznetcov postures up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Bedlaminov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kuznetcov tries to free his leg and advance position but Bedlaminov is retaining full guard.
Bedlaminov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Bedlaminov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bedlaminov thuds a left hand into Kuznetcov's body.
A jab from Kuznetcov misses.
Kuznetcov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bedlaminov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bedlaminov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kuznetcov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kuznetcov.
Bedlaminov throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bedlaminov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kuznetcov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kuznetcov misses with a straight right.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kuznetcov shoots in looking for a takedown. Bedlaminov tries to sprawl out of it but Kuznetcov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bedlaminov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Yuri Bedlaminov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Yuri Bedlaminov's cut.
That's time! Kuznetcov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
Kuznetcov misses with a jab to the body
and Bedlaminov counters with a stiff right hand.
Bedlaminov looks to throw the jab but Kuznetcov is out of range.
That kick from Bedlaminov tenderised Kuznetcov's leg. Kuznetcov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bedlaminov scores with a hook to the body. Kuznetcov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bedlaminov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetcov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bedlaminov.
Kuznetcov tries to counter with a takedown but Bedlaminov is quick to defend against it.
Bedlaminov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kuznetcov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov scores with a jab to the head.
Bedlaminov throws a hook to the side of Kuznetcov's head but Kuznetcov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andrey Kuznetcov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kuznetcov.
Bedlaminov misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bedlaminov throws a one two combo.
Yuri Bedlaminov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kuznetcov looks to land a right hand but Bedlaminov moved out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bedlaminov but Bedlaminov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nice shot lands for Kuznetcov.
Bedlaminov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Bedlaminov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kuznetcov misses with a wild body shot.
Bedlaminov lands a right hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Kuznetcov. Beautiful body shot.
Bedlaminov misses with a low kick as Kuznetcov jumps back.
Bedlaminov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bedlaminov lands a jab to Kuznetcov's midsection.
Kuznetcov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kuznetcov with a poor takedown
and Bedlaminov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bedlaminov misses with a wild body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kuznetcov rather than just go for the knockout.
Kuznetcov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
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!
Kuznetcov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bedlaminov as he jumps to the side.
Bedlaminov tries to counter with a clinch but Kuznetcov shakes him off and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andrey Kuznetcov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bedlaminov misses with a double jab
so Kuznetcov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Bedlaminov has his feet on Kuznetcov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bedlaminov throws a hook but Kuznetcov blocks it.
Kuznetcov takes a swing at Bedlaminov's ribcage but misses.
Bedlaminov does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Kuznetcov ducks under a wild hook from Bedlaminov.
Bedlaminov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bedlaminov finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bedlaminov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bedlaminov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bedlaminov thuds a left hand into Kuznetcov's body.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bedlaminov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kuznetcov is just out of range.
Kuznetcov throwing a counter right hand but Bedlaminov manages to avoid it.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Bedlaminov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kuznetcov thuds a left hand into Bedlaminov's body.
Bedlaminov misses with a series of wild punches.
Kuznetcov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kuznetcov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bedlaminov throws out the jab.
Bedlaminov blocks a jab.
Nice defenses there by Kuznetcov.
Kuznetcov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bedlaminov momentarily.
That has opened up Yuri Bedlaminov's cut even more.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kuznetcov. Bedlaminov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good shot there by Kuznetcov.
Bedlaminov is rocked!
Bedlaminov attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Good leg kick by Bedlaminov there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Kuznetcov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bedlaminov throws a right and a left that Kuznetcov avoids nicely.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kuznetcov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Bedlaminov is still in real trouble! Can Kuznetcov finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bedlaminov is looking to regain half guard here but Kuznetcov keeps moving and retains side control.
We've been hearing that Kuznetcov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kuznetcov scores with punches from side control.
Bedlaminov is looking to regain half guard here but Kuznetcov keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Bedlaminov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kuznetcov cracks Bedlaminov with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Kuznetcov immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Bedlaminov is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Kuznetcov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrey Kuznetcov!
After winning the bout, Andrey Kuznetcov 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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hype
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