Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 11, 2022

#R1#
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#KD#
Wilcox waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Bakiyev to the canvas! Can he finish him!? #ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.
Bakiyev wants to stand up but Wilcox is controlling him.
Bakiyev is still in real trouble! Can Wilcox finish him?
Wilcox arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Bakiyev's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Donovan Wilcox!

Event: RISE 39: Femme v Gustavsson
Date: Mar 13, 2022

#R1#
Five swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Five scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#KD#
Five lands a big right hand that sends Bakiyev crashing to the mat! Five stays standing though and waves Bakiyev back to his feet!#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev looks winded!
Five scores with a hook to the body. Bakiyev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Five finish 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!#CL#
Five has taken the fight to the clinch.
Five creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Bakiyev's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Bakiyev drops to his knees and Five pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Test Five!

Event: RISE 26: Hunter v Philippe
Date: Feb 06, 2022

#R1##TD#
Brandis looking to score a takedown here. Bakiyev is defending well but Brandis drives through and ends up in Bakiyev's guard.
Brandis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bakiyev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brandis prevents Bakiyev from getting back to his feet.
Brandis trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Brandis controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Bakiyev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis forces his way into half guard.
Bakiyev looks like he's trying to stand up. #T1##SUB#
Brandis wants to work for an arm triangle but Bakiyev is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Brandis is working for a kimura but Bakiyev is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Brandis is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Brandis 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. #SUB#
Brandis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2#
Bakiyev looks like he's trying to stand up.
Brandis is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Brandis passes the guard and advances to mount!
Bakiyev really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Brandis. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Brandis is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Bakiyev can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Brandis content just to control the position here.
Bakiyev felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Brandis wants to finish this one by submission but Bakiyev is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Brandis. #T4#
Brandis is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Bakiyev is in real trouble.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Brandis is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Bakiyev is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Fletch Brandis!
Fletch Brandis thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: RISE 17: Halo v Ihantala
Date: Jan 09, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Noel drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Bakiyev's head, knocking him out cold! Noel is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Chubby Noel!
A victorious Chubby Noel thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RISE 9: Chugman v Granger
Date: Dec 12, 2021

#R1#
Five scores with a jab to the body.#KD#
Five sends Bakiyev crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Five is motioning to the referee to let Bakiyev up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.
Five ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Five finish him?
Bakiyev looks winded!
Five ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Bakiyev's jaw. Bakiyev's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Five does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Test Five!

Event: RISE 5: Gustavsson v Carter
Date: Nov 28, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Brand misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Brand scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Brand lands an uppercut, right on the button! Bakiyev tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Daniel Brand!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Nastula has managed to clinch.
Bakiyev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Nastula has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bakiyev avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Nastula has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Bakiyev after a bit of a struggle.
Bakiyev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bakiyev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Nastula is trying to drag Bakiyev to the mat but Bakiyev just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pawel Nastula. 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.
Bakiyev working hard to break the clinch.#T1#
Bakiyev gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Nastula.
Nastula drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Nastula pushes Bakiyev up against the cage in a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bakiyev is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Nastula content to slow the pace in the clinch. #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.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Nastula has him pressed against the cage.
Nastula wants a takedown.
Bakiyev tries to break free but Nastula pushes him back against the cage.
Nastula can't get the takedown.
Nastula really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Nastula has him pressed against the cage.
Nastula goes for a takedown attempt but Bakiyev pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nastula looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nastula keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Nastula.
Nastula tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bakiyev manages to circle out of the way.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nastula moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Nastula moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Nastula takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nastula staying out of range there.
Nastula shoots in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nastula's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD#
Nastula scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Bakiyev is trying to get back to his feet.#T4##SUB#
Nastula tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Nastula is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bakiyev has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Nastula wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bakiyev, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakiyev tries to escape but Nastula is in control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##CL#
Nastula moves into the clinch.
Nastula is working for takedown but Bakiyev is calmly controlling the position for now.
Nastula looking for a takedown. #TD#
Nastula has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Bakiyev clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB#
Nastula has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Bakiyev has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #SUB#
Nastula patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Nastula is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #T1#
Bakiyev is trying to get back to his feet but Nastula has full control of the position and if anything, Bakiyev has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Bakiyev felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Nastula is persistently looking for the submission but Bakiyev is defending it well. #SUB#
Nastula is persistently looking for the submission but Bakiyev is defending it well. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nastula is looking for the choke from the back position but Bakiyev is controlling his hands well.
Pawel Nastula overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bakiyev is trying to get back to his feet but Nastula has full control of the position and if anything, Bakiyev has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Nastula looking for the choke from the back. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bakiyev trying to get back to his feet but Nastula is in full control for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Nastula tightening his grip on Bakiyev, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Nastula is persistently looking for the submission but Bakiyev is defending it well. #SUB#
Nastula working for a choke but Bakiyev is defending well. #T3#
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Nastula has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Bakiyev has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Bakiyev is trying to get back to his feet but Nastula has full control of the position and if anything, Bakiyev has just worked his way into a worse spot.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Bakiyev defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Bakiyev trying to get back to his feet but Nastula is in full control for now.
Nastula will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Nastula working for the choke.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pawel Nastula dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Nastula moves out of range.
Nastula swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nastula throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Pawel Nastula is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nastula keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nastula tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Nastula gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch but Nastula keeps him there for the moment.#TD#
Nastula gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #T1#
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet but Nastula is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #SUB#
Nastula drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bakiyev dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Bakiyev is looking to stand up but Nastula won't let him.
Bakiyev is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Bakiyev preventing the sweep.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nastula is on top in guard. #REVR#
Bakiyev is looking to stand up but Nastula isn't so interested in that idea.
Bakiyev has a closed guard, preventing Nastula from standing up. #T3#
Bakiyev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Nastula wants to pass the guard but Bakiyev is keeping the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A solid body kick from Nastula.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nastula manages to avoid it.#TD#
Nastula looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Nastula is keen to just control but Bakiyev is a slippery customer.#T4##SUB#
Nastula seems to be looking for submissions.
Nastula prevents Bakiyev from standing back up. #SUB#
Nastula seems to be working for a kimura but Bakiyev defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Nastula is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bakiyev is trying to stand up here but Nastula is controlling him well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Nastula seems to be working for a kimura but Bakiyev defends the submission attempt.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.

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 Pawel Nastula.
I think Nastula 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pawel Nastula!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Banoffee takes the fight into the clinch.
Banoffee lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've been informed that Banoffee has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Banoffee lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nice elbow from Banoffee. #CUT2#It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.
Nice elbow from Banoffee.
Bakiyev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Banoffee scores with a nice hook to the head.
Banoffee lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Banoffee makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Banoffee has him pressed against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Banoffee creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Bakiyev is rocked!
Banoffee lands a big right hand that drops Bakiyev! The killer instinct kicks in and Banoffee finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Banoffee!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Archy Banoffee!
An out of breath Archy Banoffee thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2021

#R1#
Palpatine connects with a solid leg kick.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Palpatine is just out of range.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd cheers as Palpatine lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bakiyev doesn't seem phased though.
Palpatine bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Palpatine scores with a kick to the body.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Palpatine blocks it.
Palpatine looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Palpatine counter with a right hand.
Palpatine ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev throws a lazy uppercut
and Palpatine counters with a good, hard body kick but Bakiyev shrugs it off.
Palpatine connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev moves forwards but Palpatine connects with a nice, crisp jab.#ROC2#Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Palpatine uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bakiyev gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Palpatine gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Bakiyev is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sheev Palpatine!
Sheev Palpatine really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Big Dog Gains 160Q $120 logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: TWGC 35 (185lbs, D4): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2021

171 cm
50 yrs
153 lbs

177 cm
30 yrs
163 lbs

Bakiyev

Hanzo

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Toktogulovich Bakiyev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 1 losses; Hatori Hanzo!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Stewart Dunkirk and Frank Dennis.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Bakiyev moves in looking to clinch but Hanzo pushes him off.#CL2#
Hanzo has managed to clinch. #TD2#
Hanzo gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bakiyev (0) vs (2) Hanzo
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bakiyev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hanzo controls the pace.
Hanzo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev is trying to keep Hanzo in close.
Hanzo looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bakiyev is trying to keep Hanzo in close. #T2#
Bakiyev looking for a sweep. Not yet Bakiyev, not yet.
Hanzo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bakiyev is trying to keep Hanzo in close.
Hanzo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hanzo postures up. #T3#
Hanzo forces his way into half guard.
Bakiyev is trying to maintain the position but Hanzo is very close to passing his half guard.
Hanzo controlling the pace.
Bakiyev tries to roll over but Hanzo keeps him under control.
Hanzo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Bakiyev is looking to improve his position. #T4#
Bakiyev wants to control but Hanzo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bakiyev is trying to control but Hanzo manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bakiyev (0) vs (5) Hanzo
Hanzo controlling from mount.
Bakiyev tries to hold on but Hanzo postures up.
Hanzo prevents Bakiyev from getting the reversal.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T5#
Bakiyev wants to hold on but Hanzo pushes him away.
Hanzo controlling from the full mount.
Hanzo avoids the attempt from Bakiyev to control.
Hanzo fails to move to back control.
My spies in Catch Wrestling L.A. inform me that Hanzo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hanzo controlling from the full mount.
Hanzo's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T6#
Bakiyev tries to lock up and control but Hanzo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Hanzo controlling his opponent.
Hanzo manages to capitalize on a mistake by Bakiyev to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Bakiyev (0) vs (8) Hanzo#T7#
Hanzo gets his hands free as Bakiyev looks to control.
Hanzo has good solid back control here.
Bakiyev trying to control but not successfully.
Hanzo keeps control of the position easily here as Bakiyev tries to buck him off. #T8#
Bakiyev trying to control the hands but Hanzo won't let him.
Bakiyev is really stuck here.
Bakiyev wants to control his opponent's hands but Hanzo gets his hands free.
Hanzo biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hanzo gets his hands free as Bakiyev looks to control. #T9#
Hanzo controlling the position well here. Bakiyev rolled but Hanzo kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
I really don't envy Bakiyev right now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hanzo trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Bakiyev doesn't escape. #T10#
Bakiyev tries to break free.
Bakiyev trying to control but not successfully.
Hanzo is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position. #T11#
More stalling from Hanzo.#T12#
Bakiyev trying to control the hands but Hanzo won't let him.
Hanzo biding his time, controlling Bakiyev.
Hanzo is hanging on to Bakiyev's back as he tries to escape. #T13#
Hanzo controlling from the back.
Hanzo avoiding Bakiyev 's attempts to control his hands.
Bakiyev tries to escape but Hanzo has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Hanzo really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Bakiyev.#T14#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hanzo is hanging on to Bakiyev's back as he tries to escape.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hanzo wins on points by 8 to 0.
Hatori Hanzo took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: 8L 87 - WCW Revenge
Date: Jul 18, 2021

#R1#
Lallukka scores with a head kick.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lallukka was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lallukka throws a counter combo.
Lallukka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lallukka misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Lallukka.
Lallukka avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Lallukka throws a big counter head kick but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Lallukka counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Bakiyev misses with a body punch
enabling Lallukka to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Lallukka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lallukka lands a head kick. Bakiyev smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Lallukka moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Lallukka does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lallukka moves away.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lallukka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lallukka raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Lallukka avoids the punch easily.
A little jabbing left from Lallukka on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lallukka misses with a head kick. #T2#
Lallukka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fighters circling - Bakiyev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Lallukka throws out a counter right but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Lallukka lands with a slapping head kick.
Lallukka ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Lallukka throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lallukka manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev scores with a jab.
Lallukka slips under a jab.#T3#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lallukka counters with a good low kick that Bakiyev was not able to check.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Lallukka moves out of range.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Lallukka with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Lallukka.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A shot to the body from Bakiyev misses
and Lallukka counters with a low kick, right behind Bakiyev 's knee.
A nice inside leg kick there by Lallukka. That's going to slow Bakiyev down. #T4#
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Lallukka moved out of range.
Lallukka misses with a head kick.
Bakiyev throws a jab when Lallukka was well out of range.
Lallukka throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bakiyev.
Lallukka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lallukka makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A punch lands to the side of Lallukka 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bakiyev throws a jab when Lallukka was well out of range.
Lallukka throws a fast counter high kick but Bakiyev manages to duck under it in time.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lallukka sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T5#
A head kick from Lallukka lands but Bakiyev takes it in his stride.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Bakiyev backs off Lallukka throws a huge counter combo but Bakiyev manages to avoid it all.
Lallukka throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Lallukka misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Lallukka moves out of range.
Bakiyev walks forward, straight into a front kick from Lallukka.
Lallukka connects with a body shot that sends Bakiyev's belly button to the back.
Lallukka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T6#
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Lallukka looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lallukka's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLallukka.
Lallukka avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut
and Lallukka counters with a big head kick but Bakiyev shrugs it off.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lallukka throws a counter combo.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lallukka.
Lallukka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
And Lallukka responds with a good body kick, but Bakiyev manages to step out the way in time.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Lallukka moves out of range. #T7#
Lallukka misses with a head kick.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Lallukka.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Lallukka.
Lallukka ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Lallukka moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
Lallukka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lallukka tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lallukka misses with a head kick.
Lallukka ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.#T8#
Lallukka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lallukka throws a leg kick that misses.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lallukka moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
Lallukka lands with a kick to the temple. Bakiyev shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Bakiyev misses with a hook.
Despite the aggression on Lallukka's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. Lallukka saw that one coming.#T9#
Bakiyev misses the jab.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Lallukka ducked under it nicely.
Lallukka ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
and Lallukka counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Lallukka throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bakiyev stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lallukka was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Lallukka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lalli Lallukka is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Lallukka looks like he wants to counter punch here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lalli Lallukka comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lallukka 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge James Atkins scores the fight for Lalli Lallukka!
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight for Lalli Lallukka!
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight for Lalli Lallukka!

Lalli Lallukka wins by unanimous decision!

Event: 8L 81 - Underweight Burns
Date: Jun 21, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Smoochie Wallace takes the fight into the clinch.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smoochie Wallace presses Bakiyev against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Smoochie Wallace moves into the clinch successfully.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Smoochie Wallace has him pressed against the cage.
Smoochie Wallace swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smoochie Wallace tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smoochie Wallace misses with some punches.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smoochie Wallace.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smoochie Wallace.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace misses with some punches. #T1##BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev punishes Smoochie Wallace's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Smoochie Wallace moves into the clinch.
Smoochie Wallace fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smoochie Wallace swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smoochie Wallace misses with some punches.
Smoochie Wallace is working Bakiyev over against the cage.
Bakiyev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T2#
Smoochie Wallace fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smoochie Wallace.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smoochie Wallace throws a head punch that misses.
Bakiyev is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Smoochie Wallace.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smoochie Wallace misses with some punches.
Nice body punch from Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A hook to the body from Smoochie Wallace.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smoochie Wallace tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyroil Smoochie Wallace dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL2#
Smoochie Wallace has Bakiyev up against the cage in a clinch.
Smoochie Wallace misses with some punches.
Smoochie Wallace fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smoochie Wallace working aggressively here.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Smoochie Wallace throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Smoochie Wallace clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a short punch on the inside.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Smoochie Wallace. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace misses with the head strike.
Smoochie Wallace throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev can't break the clinch. #T1#
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Smoochie Wallace throws a head punch that misses.
Smoochie Wallace throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Smoochie Wallace has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bakiyev working hard to break the clinch.
Bakiyev tries to break the clinch but Smoochie Wallace is controlling the position.
Smoochie Wallace throws a head punch that misses.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a punch on the inside.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smoochie Wallace tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut. #T2##CL2#
Smoochie Wallace fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bakiyev, pushing him back against the cage.
Smoochie Wallace has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev.
Smoochie Wallace tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
Bakiyev blocks a body shot from Smoochie Wallace.
Bakiyev blocks a body shot from Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace misses with some punches.
Bakiyev tries to circle away but Smoochie Wallace has him pinned against the cage.
Smoochie Wallace has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bakiyev's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smoochie Wallace lands a body shot.
Smoochie Wallace has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev.
Smoochie Wallace lands a left hand.
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smoochie Wallace is working Bakiyev over against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tyroil Smoochie Wallace 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##CL2#
Smoochie Wallace gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Smoochie Wallace tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Smoochie Wallace tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smoochie Wallace takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#CL2#
Smoochie Wallace gets a clinch.
Smoochie Wallace throws a head punch that misses.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smoochie Wallace misses with a hook to the ribs.
Smoochie Wallace gets through Bakiyev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smoochie Wallace gets through Bakiyev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Smoochie Wallace lands a shot to the body.#T1#
Smoochie Wallace lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Smoochie Wallace fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smoochie Wallace pushes Bakiyev back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Smoochie Wallace swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
A right hook to the body lands for Smoochie Wallace.
Smoochie Wallace pushes Bakiyev back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Smoochie Wallace is working Bakiyev over against the cage.
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Smoochie Wallace has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev.
Smoochie Wallace swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Bakiyev can't break the clinch.
Smoochie Wallace tries a body shot but Bakiyev blocks it.
Smoochie Wallace presses Bakiyev against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
With the fighters up against the cage, Bakiyev throws an elbow but misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tyroil Smoochie Wallace comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Smoochie Wallace winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Tyroil Smoochie Wallace!
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight for Tyroil Smoochie Wallace!
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight for Tyroil Smoochie Wallace!

Tyroil Smoochie Wallace wins by unanimous decision!
An out of breath Tyroil Smoochie Wallace thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: 8L 79 - Smashing
Date: Jun 15, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Magomedov moves out of range. #KD#
Magomedov closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Bakiyev crashing to the mat! Bakiyev uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Bakiyev takes a swing at Magomedov's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Magomedov dances in with a quick combination. Bakiyev is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Magomedov snaps Bakiyev's head back. Bakiyev stumbles backwards against the ropes. Magomedov steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with Bakiyev's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. Bakiyev just didn't come prepared.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Magomed Magomedov!
Magomed Magomedov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: 8L 74 - Fast Charger
Date: May 27, 2021

#R1#
A punch combination from Forge misses.
Forge misses with a two punch combination.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Forge misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev needs to keep his hands up - Forge had a free shot at his head there.
Forge throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
No joy there for Forge, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Forge throws out the jab.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Forge throws a series of punches but Bakiyev avoids them all with ease.
Bakiyev lands a head shot.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Emeritus Forge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Donk. Forge catches Bakiyev right on the button with a cross.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Forge ducked under it nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Forge.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Forge's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Forge throws a right and a left that both miss.
Forge falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Forge with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Forge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bakiyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Forge moves away.
Forge throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Despite the aggression on Forge's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Forge throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Forge throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Forge scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Forge throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Forge looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Forge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Forge swings widly with a right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand. #T2#
Forge throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Forge goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Forge misses with a wild combination.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Forge.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Forge shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Danga de danga de dang - Forge scores with a four punch combination!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Forge sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Forge throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Forge swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Emeritus Forge will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Forge throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Forge throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Forge misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Forge lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bakiyev backs up against the ropes.
Forge throws a leg kick
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Forge misses with a few strikes there.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Forge works over Bakiyev's head and body with a nice combination.
Forge lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Forge moves out of range.
Forge throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Forge slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Forge takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Forge misses with the combination. #T1#
Forge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Forge displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bakiyev is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Forge.
Forge pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Forge.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Forge sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Forge. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
A head kick by Forge misses
and Forge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Forge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Emeritus Forge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Forge takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Forge's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Forge.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Forge's ribs.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Forge throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Forge misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Forge pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Forge misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Forge thinking.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Forges jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Forge takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Forge.
Forge misses with a double jab.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev jabs at Forge's body.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Forge throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Emeritus Forge will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Forge falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Forge thinking.
Forge takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Forge throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Forge.
Emeritus Forge is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Forge loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Forge misses with the combination.
A punch combination from Forge misses.
Forge misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Forge avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Forge on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Forge misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Forge.
Bakiyev catches Forge with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A punch combination from Forge misses.
Forge throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Forge looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Forge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Forge throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Forge slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Forge throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Forge takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Forge tries to bum rush Bakiyev with a series of wild strikes but Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Forge throws a sloppy head kick
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Forge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bakiyev connects with a nice looking jab.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Forge moves out of range.
Forge tries to counter with a clinch but Bakiyev shakes him off and moves away.
Forge loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Forge throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
A lazy body kick from Forge
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Forge rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Forge throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Forge throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Forge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Forge takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Forge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Forge throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Forge throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.

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 Toktogulovich Bakiyev.
Well Forge 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight as a draw!
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight for Emeritus Forge!
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight for Emeritus Forge!

Emeritus Forge wins by majority decision!
In his post fight interview, Emeritus Forge started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: 8L 70 - PenPineApple
Date: May 08, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lallukka's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Lallukka blocks a jab.
Lallukka is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lallukka manages to avoid it.
Lallukka looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Lallukka.
Lallukka lands a leg kick that knocks Bakiyev off balance momentarily.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T1#
Lallukka throws a body kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lallukka.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Lallukka ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut
and Lallukka counters with a nice body kick.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lallukka was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLallukka.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Lallukka is just out of range.
Lallukka is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Lallukka blocks a jab.#T2#
Lallukka bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lallukka is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Lallukka slips under a jab.
Bakiyev stuns Lallukka with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lallukka misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Lallukka ducked under it nicely.
Lallukka throws a fast counter high kick but Bakiyev manages to duck under it in time.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Lallukka is out of range.
Bakiyev moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLallukka.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lallukka pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jab, jab by Bakiyev - just one landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Lallukka.
Bakiyev misses with a hook to the body
and Lallukka counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lallukka.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lallukka keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lallukka swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Lallukka looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lallukka uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lallukka. #T1#
Bakiyev misses with a body punch
and Lallukka counters with a head kick. That will keep Bakiyev thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Lallukka throws a head kick that misses.
Bakiyev lands with an overhand left.
Bakiyev scores with a hook.
Lallukka moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lallukka can do to turn this around?
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Lallukka ducked under it nicely.
Lallukka is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Lallukka on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lallukka.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lallukka. #T2#
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
As Bakiyev backs off Lallukka throws a huge counter combo but Bakiyev manages to avoid it all.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lallukka was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Lallukka throws a sloppy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lallukka jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lallukka.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Lallukka with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
That's time! Bakiyev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Lallukka moved out of range.
Lallukka throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bakiyev cracks Lallukka with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Lallukka throws a big counter head kick but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Lallukka raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Lallukka ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev with a hook.
Bakiyev cracks Lallukka with a good jab.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Lallukka counters with a head kick. #T1#
Lallukka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Lallukka manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lallukka.
Bakiyev with a jab.
Bakiyev misses with a shot to the body
and Lallukka counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lallukka's ribcage but misses.
Lallukka shapes to counter with a head kick.
Lallukka lands with a nice body kick.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Lallukkas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Lallukka is looking to land body kicks.#T2#
Lallukka walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice defenses there by Lallukka.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut
and Lallukka counters with a head kick. That will keep Bakiyev thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Lallukka is just out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lallukka displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakiyev throws out the jab.
Lallukka throws a big counter head kick but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Lallukka misses with a two punch combination.
Lalli Lallukka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Lallukka counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lalli Lallukka.
Well Bakiyev has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight for Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight for Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Judge Jorge Garcia scores the fight for Toktogulovich Bakiyev!

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

Event: 8L 65 - Babyface
Date: Apr 17, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL2#
Biernat rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the ropes.
Biernat lands an elbow that stopped Bakiyev in his tracks for a moment.
Biernat is leaning against Bakiyev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Biernat crunches a lovely knee into Bakiyev's ribcage.
Bakiyev is breathing heavily.#BC2#
Biernat breaks the clinch. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Biernat lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Biernat lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bakiyev.#BC2#
Biernat's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Biernat closes the distance and clinches.
Biernat scores with a shot to the side of Bakiyev's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Biernat slows down the pace here. #T1##BC2#
Biernat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Biernat moves into the clinch successfully.
Biernat is working Bakiyev over against the ropes.
Nice elbow from Biernat. #CUT2#It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC2#
Biernat breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Biernat clinches.
Biernat pushes Bakiyev back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Biernat lands a good knee to the midsection. Bakiyev won't want to take too many of those.
Biernat stalls.
Biernat is working Bakiyev over against the ropes.#T2#
Biernat lands a right hand.
Biernat lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Biernat just leaning against Bakiyev, taking a breather. #BC2#
Biernat breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Biernat closes the distance and clinches.
Biernat gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Bakiyev takes an elbow to the forehead. #ROC2#Bakiyev is rocked!
Biernat gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Biernat smacks Bakiyev right on the bridge of the nose with a massive elbow! Another one lands and Bakiyev goes down! He's clearly dazed - will he beat the count? 3,4,5,6,7... up to one knee... 8,9,10! He's not made it! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Elbows). Mateusz Biernat!
A victorious Mateusz Biernat thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: 8L 58 - Ovince
Date: Mar 13, 2021

#R1#
Forge fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Forge throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Forge throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Forge is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Emeritus Forge seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Forge connects with the punch.
Forge tries a head kick but it misses.
Forge tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Forge misses with the combination.
Bakiyev works Forge's body with a nice hook.
Forge misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev lands a jab.
Forge looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
As Bakiyev tries to get set, Forge tries to push him back and clinch up but Bakiyev manages to avoid the attempt.
Forge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Forge.#T1#
Forge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Forge swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Forge swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev punishes Forge's body with a nice straight punch.
Forge uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Forge looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bakiyev scores with the left hand. Forge knows he should have avoided that one.
Forge lands with a slapping head kick.
Forge misses with a double jab.
Forge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Forge misses with a two punch combination.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Forge throws a right hand that Bakiyev ducks under and follows up with a left that Bakiyev also avoids with ease.
Forge throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Forge throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Forge with a body shot.
Forge misses with a wild combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Forge.#T2#
Bakiyev moves forwards but Forge connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A head kick misses from Forge.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Forge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Forge tries to counter by clinching up but Bakiyev breaks away and moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Forge throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Forge fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Forge.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Forge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Forge manages to avoid it.
Forge misses with a double jab
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev connects with a right hand. Forge shakes it off.
Forge tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Forge is just out of range.
Forge takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Emeritus Forge dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Forge misses with a two punch combination.
Forge misses with a double jab.
Forge throws a combination that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Forge looks to land a body kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Emeritus Forge is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Forge throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Forge walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Forge is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Forge throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Bakiyev dodges the punch combination from Forge.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forge misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Forge takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Forge misses with the combination. #T1#
Forge misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Forge walks into a jab.
Forge throws the kick towards the body but Bakiyev avoids it.
Forge lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
Forge lands with a straight right. Bakiyev didn't see that one coming.
Some wild striking there from Forge.
Forge thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Forge is just out of range.
Bakiyev moves away from the strike by Forge.
Forge throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Forge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Forge throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Forge throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev walks into a left hand.
Forge misses with a series of wild punches.
Forge misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Forge avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Forge throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Forge walks into a straight right hand from Bakiyev.
Forge rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Forge misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Forge avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Forge's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Forge misses with a two punch combination.
A head kick misses from Forge.
Forge misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Forge swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev lands a really nice looking cross but Forge seems unphased.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Forges jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Forge falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forge misses with an attempted mid kick.
Forge scores with a jab to the head.
Forge is looking to land body kicks.
A head kick by Forge misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Forge tries to bum rush Bakiyev with a series of wild strikes but Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T1#
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Forge.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Forge ducked under it nicely.
Forge works over Bakiyev's head and body with a nice combination.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Forge here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Forge fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Forge's defenses.
Forge looks to throw a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Forge.
Forge gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Forge.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Forge takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Forge swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Forge throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev. #T2#
Forge rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Forge.
Forge throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands the left hand.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Forge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Forge connects with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy right hand. Forge should have avoided that one.
Forge misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Forge looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Forges jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Forge misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
No joy there for Forge, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bakiyev 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Emeritus Forge!
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight for Emeritus Forge!
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight for Emeritus Forge!

Emeritus Forge wins by unanimous decision!
Emeritus Forge was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: PANDA 81
Date: Jan 31, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Banchamek connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Banchamek cracks Bakiyev with a right hand to the side of the head.
Banchamek scores with a three punch combo!
Banchamek connects with a looping right hand. #ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
Banchamek fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bakiyev.
Banchamek will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Banchamek keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It appears Banchamek was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Banchamek ducked under it nicely.
Banchamek keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Banchamek does a little dance to reset his feet.
Banchamek with a nice calf kick.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Banchamek moves away.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Banchamek moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Banchamek listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Banchamek keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Banchamek feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Banchamek lands a jab to the head.
Banchamek keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Banchamek moves out of range.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Banchamek is just out of range.
Banchamek throws a quick counter head kick but Bakiyev was just out of range.
Banchamek connects with a leg kick.
Bakiyev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Banchamek counters with a straight right hand.
Banchamek moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Banchamek scores with a jab.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Banchamek finish him?
Banchamek is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Look low, kick high! Banchamek uses the oldest trick in the book to send Bakiyev tumbling to the canvas, in a truly brutal knockout! Banchamek is absolutely delighted - when Bakiyev wakes up, I doubt he'll be quite so happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Buakaw Banchamek!
A very excited looking Buakaw Banchamek rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: PANDA 75
Date: Jan 17, 2021

#R1#
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Labosky.
Labosky lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Bakiyev backs up against the cage. #CL#
Labosky gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Labosky pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Labosky tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Labosky.
Labosky throws a front kick that sends Bakiyev stumbling back into the cage.
Bakiyev misses with a hook.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Labosky tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Bakiyev misses with a hook to the body
and Labosky counters with a nice uppercut.
Labosky scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Labosky connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Bakiyev covering up! Labosky comes in with a big uppercut and Bakiyev goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jean Labosky!

Event: PANDA 65
Date: Dec 27, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Moore was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Moore to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev misses with a left hand
and Moore counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Moore.
and Moore counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Bakiyev! He's just covering up as Moore starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Moore!
Mac Moore really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Pit Bull Development logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: PANDA 52
Date: Nov 29, 2020

#R1##CL#
Ivanov rushes Bakiyev and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Ivanov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands.
Ivanov trying to land knees to the body.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ivanov has him pressed against the cage.
Ivanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bakiyev's efforts to push away.#BC#
Ivanov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ivanov lands a nice hook to Bakiyev's body. Bakiyev takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ivanov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Ivanov is just out of range.
Ivanov goes for a double leg but Bakiyev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bakiyev continues to drive forward.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ivanov clobbers Bakiyev with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ivanov tries to clinch up.#CL#
Ivanov drives through and clinches with Bakiyev against the cage. #T1#
Ivanov controlling the action here for a moment. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ivanov dives in for a single leg takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL#
Ivanov pushes Bakiyev up against the cage in a clinch.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ivanov has him pressed against the cage.
Ivanov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #BC#
Ivanov breaks the clinch.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Ivanov is out of range.
Ivanov tries to counter with a takedown but Bakiyev is quick to defend against it.
Ivanov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T2#
Ivanov throws a series of punches but Bakiyev avoids them all with ease. #TD#
Ivanov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Bakiyev did well to prevent Ivanov getting side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ivanov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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. Ivanov connects with a nice short shot to Bakiyev's temple.
Ivanov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bakiyev has hold of Ivanov's hands but Ivanov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Ivanov prevents Bakiyev from standing back up.
Ivanov trying to mount his opponent but Bakiyev defends it.
Ivanov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Ivanov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bakiyev defending well though. #SU#
Ivanov decides to stand up.
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ivanov wants to clinch.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A jab from Ivanov finds it's way through Bakiyev's defenses.
Ivanov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ivanov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Ivanov has Bakiyev up against the cage in a clinch.
Bakiyev is looking to break free of the clinch but Ivanov has double underhooks. #T4#
Bakiyev wants to break the clinch but can't.
Ivanov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bakiyev's efforts to push away.
Ivanov wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Ivanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ivanov tries to land knees in the clinch but Bakiyev avoids the damage to the body.
Ivanov can't get the takedown. #BC2#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch.
Ivanov tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Ivanov tries to clinch up.
Ivanov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Ivanov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Ivanov is just out of range.
Ivanov tries to counter with a takedown but Bakiyev is quick to defend against it.
Ivanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bakiyev can do to turn this around?
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Ivanov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD#
Ivanov gets the takedown into side control.
Ivanov happy to just control the position for now.
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Ivanov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Ivanov decides to stand up, so the ref orders Bakiyev to his feet.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Ivan Ivanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Ivanov moves into the clinch.#T1#
Ivanov pushes Bakiyev back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Ivanov is trying to pull guard but Bakiyev turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Ivanov goes for a takedown attempt but Bakiyev pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Ivanov moves into the clinch successfully.
Ivanov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Ivanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Ivanov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ivan Ivanov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Ivanov moves out of range. #CL#
Ivanov gets a clinch.
Ivanov goes for a takedown attempt but Bakiyev pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T2#
Ivanov throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Ivan Ivanov is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ivanov.
Ivanov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and moves away.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Ivanov.
Ivanov misses with a body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Ivanov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bakiyev but Bakiyev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ivanov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Bakiyev gets tackled into the cage by Ivanov. Ivanov maintains the clinch. #TD#
Ivanov pulls guard successfully.
Bakiyev would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T3#
Ivanov has control of Bakiyev's left arm, preventing Bakiyev from doing any damage.
Ivanov wants to stand up but Bakiyev is controlling him.
Ivanov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bakiyev is one step ahead there.
Bakiyev wanted to stand there but Ivanov had control of the position.
Ivanov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Ivanov continues to stall.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#CL#
Ivanov moves into the clinch.
Bakiyev wants to get back to striking at distance but Ivanov won't allow it.
Ivanov has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Bakiyev avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ivanov closes the distance and clinches up with Bakiyev, looking for a takedown. Ivanov pushes Bakiyev against the cage but Bakiyev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Ivanov gets a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bakiyev prevents the takedown attempt. #BC2#
Bakiyev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
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 Ivan Ivanov will probably get the nod.
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#
The fight stays on the outside here - Ivanov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ivanov blocks a jab.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Ivanov counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ivanov. #ES2#
Bakiyev is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Ivanov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Ivanov tries to pull guard but Bakiyev won't allow it.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch but Ivanov keeps him there for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ivanov has Bakiyev pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Bakiyev manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ivanov has him pressed against the cage.
Ivanov tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Ivanov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bakiyev is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T1##BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch. #CL#
Ivanov rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Ivanov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Ivanov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ivanov wants a takedown but no success here.
Ivanov is trying to drag Bakiyev to the mat but Bakiyev just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#BC#
Ivanov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ivanov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Ivanov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ivanov looks for a takedown but Bakiyev sprawls well.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Ivanov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ivan Ivanov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ivanov tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ivanov closes the distance and clinches up with Bakiyev, looking for a takedown. Ivanov pushes Bakiyev against the cage but Bakiyev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Ivanov clinches.
Ivanov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands.
Ivanov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bakiyev is defending well for now.#T3#
Ivanov fails to pull guard.
Good body shot from Ivanov. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
Ivanov moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
Ivanov slips under a jab.
Ivanov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ivanov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Ivanov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakiyev swivels and escapes.
Ivanov lands a jab-cross combination. #T4#
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Ivanov wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Ivanov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Ivanov is looking to clinch.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ivanov. #CL#
Ivanov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Ivanov stalls.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#BC#
Ivanov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ivanov 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Ivanov!
After winning the bout, Ivan Ivanov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: PANDA 46
Date: Nov 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Tarantino smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tarantino digs a good body shot into Bakiyev's ribs.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tarantino looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
Tarantino shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Tarantino digs a good body shot into Bakiyev's ribs.
Tarantino blocks a jab.
Tarantino throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Tarantino has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
A shot to the body from Tarantino misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tarantino's head.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Tarantino.
Tarantino throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
Tarantino keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Tarantino gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tarantino takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
The fighters circling - Tarantino throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice cross by Tarantino.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev slaps away a takedown attempt from Tarantino, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Quintet Tarantino.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tarantino.
Nice takedown defense from Bakiyev. No joy for Tarantino on that attempt.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Tarantino.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Tarantino misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T2#
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tarantino avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Quintet Tarantino seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bakiyev wants it to stay on the feet.
Tarantino misses with a straight right.
Tarantino misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Tarantino uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Tarantino changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tarantino takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Tarantino moves out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev connects with a looping right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tarantino connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bakiyev. Bakiyev circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tarantino lands a jab-cross combination.
Nice uppercut there from Tarantino.#T3#
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#ROC2#Bakiyev is rocked!
Tarantino ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tarantino misses with a wild combination.
Bakiyev walks straight into a right hand from Tarantino - that's dropped him! Tarantino jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Bakiyev from any more punishment! Bakiyev 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 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Quintet Tarantino!
A very excited looking Quintet Tarantino made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: PANDA 36
Date: Oct 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sor manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Sor. That's going to slow Bakiyev down.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Sor.
Sor misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Sor moves out of range.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sor cracks Bakiyev with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sor lands a lovely overhand right.
Sor tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Sor.
Sor moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sor.
Sor smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
Sor swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sor connects with a jab.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Sor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sor walks into a straight right hand from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sor.
Sor misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good standup being displayed there by Sor as he connects with a hook.
Sor lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sor misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sor lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sor scoring well with a low kick there.
Sor misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sor lands with a hook. Bakiyev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sor takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
A combination from Sor does no damage.
Sor has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
Saenchai Sor seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Sor.
Sor darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Sor misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sor.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Sor throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev. #T3#
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Sor is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Sor throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice shot lands for Sor.
Sor with a jab.
Sor avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Sor sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sor misses with a straight right.
Sor takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sor lands an overhand right.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Sor misses with a left hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Sor scores with a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sor. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sor throws a head kick that half lands. #ROC2#Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev looks up at the clock. Bad move! Sor lands a right hand from hell, dropping Bakiyev. Sor pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Saenchai Sor!
Saenchai Sor decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: PANDA 26
Date: Oct 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bakiyev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Slayer connects with a single shot there.
Slayer looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
Slayer catches Bakiyev with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev is holding his hands too far apart here. Slayer throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Bakiyev is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Chief Slayer!
Chief Slayer really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: PANDA 16
Date: Sep 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bakiyev clobbers Sila with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sila takes one to the side of the head.
Bakiyev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Sila does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sila swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Bakiyev paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Sila moves out of range.
Sila looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sila cracks Bakiyev with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bakiyev looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
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!
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sila.
Sila looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sila feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sila attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T1#
Bakiyev lands a body shot.
Bakiyev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Sila with a nice calf kick.
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sila.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Sila uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sila rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Sila tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And Sila counters with a quick kick to the body but Bakiyev blocks it.
Sila misses with a looping left.
Sila just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sila moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Sila connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Sila lands a jab to the head. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sila ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Sila takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sila throws a half hearted mid kick.
Sila looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bakiyev lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sila takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Sila throws a leg kick that misses.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Sila moves out of range.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
Sila missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Sila moved out of range nicely.
Sila ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Afa Sila seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sila waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Sila takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Sila misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sila doesn't seem bothered though.
Sila looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick nicely.
Sila tries to score with a low kick but Bakiyev moves his leg out of the way.
A leg kick checked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev connects with a looping right hand.
Sila misses with a head kick.
Sila dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bakiyev. That did some damage!#T4#
Bakiyev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sila.
Sila fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bakiyev just manages to avoid it.
Sila takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sila slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sila connects with a solid leg kick.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick.
Sila keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sila had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Sila throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Sila moved out of range nicely.
Sila connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bakiyev lands with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Bakiyev paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Sila has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Nice body kick from Sila.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sila throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sila tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bakiyev is able to avoid easily.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Sila avoids it with no problem.
Sila pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range and Sila settles back down.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Sila connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sila uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev scores with a hook.
Bakiyev cracks Sila with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sila pushes Bakiyev away with a front kick.#T1#
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Sila's ribs.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sila manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Sila.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Sila. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sila.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Sila was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Sila avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev connects with a jab.
Sila misses with a low kick as Bakiyev jumps back.
Bakiyev cracks Sila with a good jab.#T2#
Bakiyev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bakiyev lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev throws a poor cross that misses
and Sila counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sila misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sila gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A left lands for Bakiyev.
Sila throws a low kick but Bakiyev avoids it.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev dips to his left and cracks Sila with an uppercut!
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev works Sila's body with a nice hook.
Bakiyev on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sila. Sila obviously looking to wear him down.
Good shot there by Bakiyev.#T3#
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Sila.
Good standup being displayed there by Sila as he connects with a hook.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Sila lands a slapping body shot.
Sila takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sila misses with a hook.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sila moves away.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Sila tries a head kick but it misses.
Sila misses with a body shot
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
An inside leg kick from Sila misses.
Bakiyev walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T4#
Sila throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sila misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Sila avoids it with no problem.
Donk. Bakiyev catches Sila right on the button with a cross.
Sila tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Sila's ribs.
Bakiyev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Sila's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sila at a distance.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Sila's defenses.
Bakiyev works Sila's body with a nice hook.
Bakiyev misses the body punch
and Bakiyev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Bakiyev misses the target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Bakiyev swings widly with a right hand
and Sila cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sila on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sila avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sila jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Bakiyev cracks Sila with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Sila's ribs.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Sila might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Sila misses with a low kick as Bakiyev jumps back.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Sila lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bakiyev sizes up Sila with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Sila does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sila.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Good exchange - Sila coming out on top.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.#T1#
Sila throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Sila misses with a low kick.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Sila tries to land a front kick but Bakiyev steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Sila does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Sila throws a sloppy head kick
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sila lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sila pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range and Sila settles back down.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Afa Sila has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sila throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Bakiyev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Sila moves out of range.
Sila misses with a hook.
Sila moves out of range of the strikes.
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!
Sila looks to land a body kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Sila throws a leg kick that misses.
Sila doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sila stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Sila takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sila. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sila takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Bakiyev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Sila loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Sila misses with a hook
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A lazy left from Bakiyev finds it's target.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Sila's ribcage but misses.
Sila walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bakiyev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sila.
Sila rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Sila takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
A head kick misses from Sila.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bakiyev jabs at Sila's body.#T4#
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Sila.
Sila takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Sila throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Sila uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Sila looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Sila's body.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Sila is just out of range.
Sila thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sila on the wrong end of a nice hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A very excited looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev 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.
The defeated Afa Sila had this to say: 'Sorry Bro Gonna Win Next Fight Bro'.

Event: PANDA 8
Date: Aug 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Seminole fails with a takedown attempt.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Seminole avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Bakiyev gets caught flat footed, as Seminole shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Seminole loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Seminole is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Seminole prevents Bakiyev from getting back to his feet.
Seminole throwing strikes from guard but Bakiyev blocks nicely.
Seminole working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Seminole lands a couple of digs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev wants to stand but Seminole is controlling the position.
Bakiyev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Seminole connects with a couple of short punches.
Seminole stops Bakiyev from standing up.
Bakiyev avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bakiyev wants to stand but Seminole is controlling the position.
Bakiyev is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Seminole throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Seminole trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet but Seminole is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Seminole distracts Bakiyev with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Seminole working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Seminole throws a big right hand that misses.
Seminole postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Seminole with a flurry of punches that miss.
Seminole lands a couple of elbows.
Seminole 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.
Seminole lands a couple of digs.#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bakiyev is still in real trouble! Can Seminole finish him?
Seminole postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Bakiyev covers up, he's hurt! Seminole keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Seminole and the ref steps in to end the fight! Seminole can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chief Seminole!
Chief Seminole thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: PANDA 5
Date: Jul 17, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Biernat closes the distance and clinches.
Biernat is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Biernat holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Biernat holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Biernat is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Biernat takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD2#
Biernat is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bakiyev's half guard.#SUB2#
Biernat is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Biernat is working for a kimura but Bakiyev is defending it quite comfortably.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.
Bakiyev trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SUB2#
Biernat seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Bakiyev has recovered full guard. #T2#
Bakiyev wants to stand and escape but Biernat is having none of it. #SUB2#
Biernat postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bakiyev is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Biernat, into his guard. #REVR#
Bakiyev won't allow Biernat to sweep him here. #ES2#
Biernat scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Biernat moves out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Biernat uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Biernat gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Biernat tries to clinch up.#T3#
Biernat wants to clinch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Biernat.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mateusz Biernat.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A big right from Bakiyev misses.
Biernat keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Biernat shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev shows good takedown defense.
Biernat looks to clinch
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Biernat fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Biernat forces Bakiyev back against the cage and clinches.
A short uppercut from Biernat. #T4#
Biernat tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD2#
Biernat pulls Bakiyev into guard.
Biernat wants to stand and escape but Bakiyev is having none of it.
Bakiyev wants to stand but Biernat has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SUB2#
Biernat is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Biernat throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Bakiyev escapes and throws Biernat's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SU#
Bakiyev decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Bakiyev as Biernat shoots in.
Bakiyev lands with an uppercut that bounces Biernat off the cage and back into range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Biernat moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Biernat manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Biernat has taken the fight to the clinch.
Biernat has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bakiyev is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Bakiyev wants to break the clinch but can't.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Biernat is trying to pull guard but Bakiyev has him pressed against the cage.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Biernat can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Biernat has him pressed against the cage.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Bakiyev working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Biernat gets a clinch.
Biernat tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Biernat - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Biernat fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mateusz Biernat.#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.#BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut.
Biernat shapes to counter with a head kick.
Mateusz Biernat is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#CL2#
Biernat moves into the clinch.
Bakiyev wants to break free but Biernat has control.
Bakiyev wants to break the clinch but can't.
Biernat stalling.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Biernat misses with the head strike. #T3#
Bakiyev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Biernat breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Biernat is looking to clinch.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Biernat.#CL2#
Biernat clinches.
Bakiyev working hard to break the clinch.
Biernat throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev. #BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. #TD2#
Biernat shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Biernat was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Biernat prevents Bakiyev from escaping the position.#SU2#
Biernat stands up and we're back to a striking position. #CL2#
Biernat moves into range and clinches up with Bakiyev.
Biernat is pushing Bakiyev up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Biernat tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mateusz Biernat showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bakiyev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Biernat.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Biernat does a little dance to reset his feet.
Biernat is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mateusz Biernat seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Biernat fails with a takedown attempt.
Biernat throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Biernat tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Biernat tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Biernat has closed the distance and engaged Bakiyev in a clinch.
Biernat keeps control of Bakiyev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T1#
Bakiyev tries to break free but Biernat pushes him back against the cage.
Biernat avoiding damage.
Biernat makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch.
Biernat tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Biernat fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Biernat tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
Biernat on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Biernat shoots for a double leg takedown but Bakiyev sprawls well. He's pushed Biernat's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mateusz Biernat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Biernat.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#TD2#
Bakiyev gets caught flat footed, as Biernat shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Mateusz Biernat has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bakiyev wants to stand and escape but Biernat is having none of it. #ES#
Bakiyev pushes Biernat off and gets back to his feet.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Biernat's ribcage but misses. #TD2#
Biernat changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bakiyev looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bakiyev wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T3##SUB2#
Biernat swings around for an armbar but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Biernat's guard.#SUB2#
Biernat is looking for a triangle but Bakiyev pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
Bakiyev decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Biernat moves out of range.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Biernat moves out of range. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bakiyev is trying to break free.
Biernat holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Biernat.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Biernat fails with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Biernat shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bakiyev 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Our winner, Toktogulovich Bakiyev, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: PANDA 3
Date: Jul 10, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Seminole fails in his attempt to clinch.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bakiyev jabs Seminole to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD#
Seminole shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Seminole throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Seminole not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up but Seminole is controlling him
Seminole looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bakiyev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Seminole not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seminole is nestled in close to Bakiyev, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Ground and pound from Seminole.
Seminole thows a huge punch but Bakiyev dodges it nicely.
Seminole lands strikes from half guard.#ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Seminole lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Bakiyev quite badly. Bakiyev pulls Seminole in close trying to recover. Seminole postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Bakiyev on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Bakiyev doesn't seem to be complaining too much.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chief Seminole!
An out of breath Chief Seminole thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: WKBC: Cornell VS Pesalelei 2
Date: Jun 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Takemura is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Takemura slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
Takemura was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Takemura stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Takemura throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
A big right from Takemura misses.
Nice shot lands for Takemura.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Takemura goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Takemura is out of range.
Takemura pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bakiyev back to the ropes. Takemura follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Takemura definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
Takemura misses with a few strikes there.
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
Takemura slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Takemura avoids it with no problem.
Takemura misses with a series of wild punches.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Takemura is out of range.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Takemura's body.
Bakiyev throws a poor cross that misses
and Takemura counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Takemura will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Takemura thuds his right hand into Bakiyev's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Takemura scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bakiyev in his tracks.
Takemura misses with a wild combination.
Takemura connects with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ryu Takemura dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Takemura misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Ryu Takemura is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev misses with a lunging right hand
letting Takemura counter with a right hand.
Takemura paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Takemura does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice defenses there by Takemura.
It looked like Takemura wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Takemura counters with a series of strikes. Bakiyev will be more careful next time no doubt. #ROC#Bakiyev is rocked!
Takemura connects with a quick right hand that sends Bakiyev tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Ryu Takemura!
Post fight, an emotional Ryu Takemura said 'I'd kill him if the referee let me..'.

Event: WKBC The Zealot VS Bouya 2
Date: May 28, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
MP fails to land with a series of punches.
MP works over Bakiyev's head and body with a nice combination.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MP was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
MP misses with a double jab.
MP misses with a double jab.
MP tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from MP.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on MP's shoulder, as MP tries to avoid the shot.
MP will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
MP throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
MP throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
This has been an exciting period of action!
MP staying out of range there.
MP throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely. #T1#
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
MP misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
MP fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
MP lands with a nice body punch.
MP avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MP misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MP uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but MP uses good head movement to avoid it.
Some wild striking there from MP.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but MP is just out of range.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Michael MP seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MP throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MP moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T2#
MP closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
MP falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev punishes MP's body with a nice straight punch.
MP tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MP.
MP avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
MP throws a combination that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. MP moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev with a hook.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
MP lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bakiyev swings for the body but MP moves out of range.
MP slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
MP throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michael MP will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bakiyev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
MP cracks Bakiyev with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
MP throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
MP scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by MP.
Bakiyev takes a swing at MP's ribcage but misses.
MP lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
MP throws a nice looking combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MP manages to avoid it.
MP slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MP looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
MP takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Michael MP is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev dodges the punch combination from MP.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MP swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MP throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
MP misses with a double jab.
Bakiyev moves out of range as MP strikes.
MP falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MP rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
MP throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
MP is breathing heavily.
Some wild striking there from MP.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from MP.
MP doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of MP's head but MP sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
MP scores with a hook to the body. Bakiyev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
MP pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T2#
MP throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
MP staying out of range there.
Bakiyev misses the jab.
MP will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MP throws a nice looking combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
MP avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
MP swinging wildly here.
MP throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MP throws a head kick that misses.
Michael MP seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
MP avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Michael MP will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
A punch combination from MP misses.
MP throws a nice looking combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A head kick misses from MP.
MP looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into MP's body.
MP misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Good shot there by Bakiyev.
MP walks into a straight right hand from Bakiyev.
MP walks into a stiff left hand from Bakiyev.
MP throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but MP manages to avoid it.
MP avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
MP misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
MP avoids the body shot from Bakiyev. #T1#
A head kick misses from MP.
Bakiyev dips to his left and cracks MP with an uppercut!
Bakiyev throws a body punch but MP moves out of range.
MP throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
MP thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but MP manages to avoid it.
Michael MP is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
MP misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
MP takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
MP misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
MP misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but MP avoids the punch easily.
MP throws a right hand that Bakiyev ducks under and follows up with a left that Bakiyev also avoids with ease.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
MP avoids the body shot from Bakiyev. #T2#
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by MP.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MP.
Bakiyev avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
MP takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bakiyev lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
MP staying out of range there.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MP.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MP misses with a head kick.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick.
MP is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bakiyev rather than just go for the knockout.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
MP tries to bum rush Bakiyev with a series of wild strikes but Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his dominance in that final round.
I think MP 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Michael MP!
Michael MP was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: WKBC: Cotto VS Cook II
Date: May 16, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Zinsou lands a nice hook to Bakiyev's body. Bakiyev takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Zinsou takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Zinsou.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Zinsou's ribcage but misses.
Zinsou throws a sloppy body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.

Zinsou clinches up with Bakiyev and pushes him back against the ropes.
Zinsou tries to break free but Bakiyev pushes him back against the ropes.

Zinsou breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Zinsou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
It seemed like Zinsou was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A shot to the liver by Zinsou. Beautiful body shot.
Bakiyev throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zinsou darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.

Zinsou takes the fight into the clinch.

Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

Zinsou clinches up with Bakiyev and pushes him back against the ropes.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Zinsou just misses with a elbow thrown towards Bakiyev's brow.

Zinsou breaks the clinch.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Zinsou looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Zinsou ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zinsou sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Zinsou sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.

Zinsou has closed the distance and engaged Bakiyev in a clinch.

Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zinsou fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Zinsou looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zinsou moves away.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.

Zinsou moves into the clinch successfully.

Zinsou breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice uppercut there from Bakiyev.
Zinsou misses with a body shot
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Zinsou uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.

Zinsou clinches with his opponent.

Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zinsou avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Zinsou with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.

Bakiyev tries to keep at a distance but Zinsou has taken the fight into the clinch.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch but Zinsou keeps him there for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yayi Zinsou dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Zinsou throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zinsou tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev misses with a hook
and Zinsou cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Zinsou looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Zinsou scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Zinsou has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zinsou is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zinsou fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bakiyev gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zinsou.

Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.

Zinsou moves into the clinch.

Zinsou breaks from the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Zinsou moves into the clinch.
Bakiyev managing to block the knees to the body from Zinsou.
Zinsou is trying to break the clinch but Bakiyev has him pressed against the ropes.

Zinsou breaks from the clinch.
Zinsou fails in his attempt to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.

Zinsou moves into range and clinches up with Bakiyev.
Zinsou goes for a body shot but it's blocked.

Zinsou breaks from the clinch.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

Zinsou gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Zinsou pushes off an throws an elbow but Bakiyev leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Bakiyev tries to break the clinch but Zinsou is controlling the position.
Zinsou scores with a nice hook to the head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Zinsou.
Bakiyev wants to break the clinch but can't.
Zinsou is looking to control Bakiyev's arms but Bakiyev gets an underhook and turns him. Now Zinsou has his back to the ropes.
Zinsou leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Bakiyev keeps control of Zinsou as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.

Zinsou breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Yayi Zinsou seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

Zinsou closes the distance and clinches.

Zinsou breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Zinsou is just out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yayi Zinsou 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!

Zinsou walks into a jab.
Zinsou is looking to clinch.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Zinsou swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Zinsou uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Zinsou walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Zinsou's body.

Bakiyev gets tackled into the ropes by Zinsou. Zinsou maintains the clinch.

Zinsou's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Zinsou jabs Bakiyev right on the nose. Bakiyev blinks but takes it well.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bakiyev jabs Zinsou to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Zinsou scores with a jab.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Zinsou tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Zinsou connects with a quick right hand that sends Bakiyev tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Yayi Zinsou!
In his post fight interview, Yayi Zinsou started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: WKBC: Turturro VS Laxx
Date: Apr 30, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. El Cabare saw that one coming.
Bakiyev blocks a leg kick.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from El Cabare with a body shot.
El Cabare fails in his attempt to clinch.
El Cabare throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
El Cabare could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
El Cabare definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
El Cabare swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
El Cabare throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
El Cabare tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
El Cabare missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
El Cabare throws a sloppy body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
El Cabare misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
El Cabare misses with a straight right.
El Cabare misses with a body shot.
El Cabare doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wilson El Cabare seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Bakiyev lands a nice shot that snaps El Cabare's head back.
El Cabare misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
El Cabare is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
El Cabare throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from El Cabare with a body shot.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping El Cabare at a distance.
El Cabare misses with a lunging right hand
and El Cabare takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
El Cabare pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
El Cabare uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from El Cabare.
El Cabare jabbing away but nothing is landing.
El Cabare throws a chopping leg kick but Bakiyev manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T2#
Bakiyev punishes El Cabare's body with a nice straight punch.
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!
El Cabare rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
El Cabare throws out a leg kick but Bakiyev moves out of range and El Cabare only half commits.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
El Cabare throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
El Cabare swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
El Cabare misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
El Cabare looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
El Cabare misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from El Cabare.
El Cabare swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to El Cabare's body.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but El Cabare manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from El Cabare misses the target.
El Cabare throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and El Cabare takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
El Cabare lands a leg kick that knocks Bakiyev off balance momentarily.
El Cabare throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
El Cabare swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
El Cabare misses with a two punch combination.
A low kick from El Cabare is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps El Cabare thinking.
El Cabare pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
El Cabare misses with a low kick.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev punishes El Cabare's body with a nice straight punch.
El Cabare with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
El Cabare swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
El Cabare tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to El Cabare's body.
El Cabare tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
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!
El Cabare throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
El Cabare misses with a low kick.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
El Cabare takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice hook.
El Cabare just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to El Cabare's body.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but El Cabare is just out of range.
Bakiyev stuns El Cabare with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
El Cabare uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
El Cabare misses with a body punch
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
El Cabare throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
El Cabare shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
El Cabare closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
El Cabare fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bakiyev checks it well.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from El Cabare with a body shot.
Bakiyev lunges at El Cabare with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by El Cabare's hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
El Cabare finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T2#
El Cabare throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
El Cabare keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
El Cabare throws a low kick but Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
El Cabare misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps El Cabare thinking.
Bakiyev takes a swing at El Cabare's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as El Cabare throws out the jab.
El Cabare throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
El Cabare just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
El Cabare falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
El Cabare looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
El Cabare thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but El Cabare avoids it with no problem.
El Cabare throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
El Cabare misses with the combination.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw.
El Cabare tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
El Cabare throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bakiyev paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. El Cabare takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
El Cabare pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakiyev punishes El Cabare's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. El Cabare sees it coming and avoids it easily.
El Cabare cracks Bakiyev with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from El Cabare.
El Cabare throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Bakiyev with a jab.
El Cabare thows a left - swing and a miss!
El Cabare takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bakiyev takes one on the button.
Bakiyev slips a jab from El Cabare.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
El Cabare thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from El Cabare.
El Cabare attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
El Cabare swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
El Cabare tries to clinch up but Bakiyev circles away and keeps his distance.
El Cabare misses with a straight right.
El Cabare throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev jabs at El Cabare's body.#T2#
El Cabare takes one to the side of the head.
El Cabare misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
El Cabare misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot that sends El Cabare's belly button to the back.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
El Cabare throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
El Cabare takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
El Cabare throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev cracks El Cabare with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
El Cabare misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
El Cabare's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bakiyev connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! El Cabare scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
El Cabare closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Our winner, Toktogulovich Bakiyev, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: WKBC: Silva VS Oki
Date: Apr 23, 2020

#R1#
Lesnar misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Lesnar fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Lesnar avoids the punch easily.
Lesnar ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Lesnar.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Lesnar moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lesnar misses the jab.
James Lesnar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lesnar throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lesnar tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Lesnar tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lesnar's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Lesnar.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev scores with the left hand. Lesnar knows he should have avoided that one.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bakiyev.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Lesnar.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Lesnar fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
Lesnar misses with a wild combination.
Lesnar closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Lesnar tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lesnar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Lesnar's body. Lesnar takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Lesnar is looking to clinch.
Lesnar misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev lands a jab to Lesnar's midsection.
Bakiyev misses with a straight left.
Lesnar looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lesnar swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lesnar throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lesnar thinking.
Bakiyev with a hook.
Lesnar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bakiyev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Lesnar defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Lesnar throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.#T1#
Danga de danga de dang - Lesnar scores with a four punch combination!
Lesnar throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lesnar unleashes a big counter combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Lesnar might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev works Lesnar's body with a nice hook.
Lesnar fails in his attempt to clinch.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.#KD2#
Lesnar drops Bakiyev with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Bakiyev looks back up at him and smiles so Lesnar waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lesnar fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
James Lesnar is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lesnar throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
Lesnar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Lesnar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lesnar tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev jabs at Lesnar's body.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Lesnar fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bakiyev, pushing him back against the ropes.
Lesnar has Bakiyev pushed against the ropes.
Bakiyev keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lesnar's efforts to push away.
Lesnar is trying to force a seperation but Bakiyev has the dominant position.
Lesnar slowing the pace effectively.
Bakiyev seems to have got his legs back now.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC#
Bakiyev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lesnar can do to turn this around?
Lesnar looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev defending well as Lesnar loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lesnar has time to react.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lesnar is looking to clinch.
Lesnar throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lesnar wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lesnar throws a series of punches but Bakiyev avoids them all with ease.
Bakiyev punishes Lesnar's body with a nice straight punch.
Lesnar fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Lesnar moves out of range.
Lesnar swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lesnar needs to keep his hands up - Bakiyev had a free shot at his head there.
Good shot there by Bakiyev.
Lesnar is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Lesnar misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lesnar moves to clinch but Bakiyev breaks away
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lesnar looks to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lesnar thinking.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lesnar moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Lesnar was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Lesnar scores with a jab. Bakiyev acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Lesnar darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. Lesnar saw that one coming.
Lesnar misses the body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Lesnar's ribs.
Lesnar ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lesnar doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lesnar.
Lesnar is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Lesnar wants to clinch
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A relieved looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: WKBC: Anderson vs Pitung
Date: Apr 08, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev's jab looks to have found its range, popping Murphy under the eye.
Murphy tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it.
Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Murphy manages to avoid it.
Murphy closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murphy is looking to clinch.
Murphy wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Murphy's body. Murphy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Murphy clinches. #BC2#
Murphy manages to break the clinch.
Murphy tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Murphy throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Murphy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Shane Murphy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev cracks Murphy with a good jab.
Murphy moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Murphy.#CL2#
Murphy rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the ropes.
Murphy tries to land a knee to the head but Bakiyev blocks with his arms.
Murphy tries to land a knee to the head but Bakiyev blocks with his arms.
Murphy throws a knee to the head but misses. #T2#
Murphy keeps control of Bakiyev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Murphy tries to circle away but Bakiyev has him pinned against the ropes.
Murphy tries to land a knee to the head but Bakiyev blocks with his arms.
Murphy with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
Murphy doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Murphy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Murphy doesn't seem bothered though.
Murphy wants to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Murphy clinches up against the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Murphy wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Murphy moves away.
As Bakiyev backs off Murphy throws a huge counter combo but Bakiyev manages to avoid it all.
Murphy tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Murphy tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Murphy ducks right into an uppercut from Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Murphy closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Murphy darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Murphy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Murphy looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Murphy misses with a head kick.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Murphy manages to avoid it.
Murphy wants to clinch
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murphy is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Murphy moves out of range.
Murphy moves to clinch but Bakiyev breaks away
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Murphy tries to clinch
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Murphy tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves away
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Murphy tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
A punch lands to the side of Murphy 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Murphy tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Murphy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Murphy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Murphy obliges.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Murphy throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bakiyev blocks it with crossed arms. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Murphy closes the distance and clinches.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Murphy can do to turn this around?
Bakiyev avoiding damage as Murphy throws knees to the body.
Murphy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Murphy closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murphy throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Murphy wants to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Murphy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Murphy throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bakiyev blocks it with crossed arms.
Bakiyev keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Murphy's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy tries to land a knee to the head but Bakiyev blocks with his arms. #BC2#
Murphy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1##CL2#
Murphy clinches up against the ropes.
Murphy with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Murphy tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Murphy closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Murphy scores with a head kick.
Murphy darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Murphy thinking.
Murphy tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Murphy at a distance.
Bakiyev with a jab.#T2#
Murphy tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
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!
Murphy doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Murphy tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
Jab by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Murphy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL2#
Murphy darts in and clinches Bakiyev up against the ropes.
Shane Murphy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Shane Murphy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Murphy tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Murphy tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Murphy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bakiyev is defending well for now.
Murphy tries to land a knee to the head but Bakiyev blocks with his arms.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#BC2#
Murphy breaks from the clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
After winning the bout, Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: WKBC: The Zealot VS Cheating
Date: Apr 02, 2020

#R1#
Stern misses with an uppercut.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stern.
Stern looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Stern cracks Bakiyev with a right hand to the side of the head.
A shot to the body from Stern misses
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Stern.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
The fighters circling - Stern throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Stern avoids it with no problem.
Stern swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Stern misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stern manages to avoid it.#CL#
Stern closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Stern breaks the clinch.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Stern looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Stern tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stern throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Stern throws a one two combo.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T1#
Stern tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Stern throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stern tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Stern cracks Bakiyev with an open hand slap.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Stern rather than just go for the knockout.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stern.
Stern was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stern throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bakiyev takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Stern.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Stern with a body shot.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stern manages to avoid it.
Stern throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Stern at a distance. #CL#
Stern drives through and clinches with Bakiyev against the ropes. #BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stern misses with a double jab.
Stern misses the jab.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Stern throws out a leg kick but Bakiyev moves out of range and Stern only half commits.
Howard Stern seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stern stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Stern tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bakiyev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bakiyev there as he acknowledges the shot.
Stern throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Stern.
Nice jab there from Stern.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stern moves away.
Stern lands a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Stern getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Stern throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Howard Stern will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stern.
Stern scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Stern is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. Stern saw that one coming.
Stern thows a left - swing and a miss!
Stern dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stern moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Stern is out of range. #CL#
Stern has closed the distance and engaged Bakiyev in a clinch. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stern was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Stern darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
Stern throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Stern tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot that sends Stern's belly button to the back.
Stern scores with a sloppy right hand. Bakiyev should have avoided that one.
Bakiyev takes one to the side of the head.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Stern.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bakiyev blocks a low kick nicely.
Stern works the jab nicely.
Stern avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Stern throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stern throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Stern throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Stern misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Stern lands a jab to Bakiyev's midsection.#T2#
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Stern throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev cracks Stern with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL#
Stern clinches with his opponent. #BC2#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Stern throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Stern throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Stern missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Stern is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Stern misses the target.
The fighters circling - Stern throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Stern with a body shot.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stern manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Stern on the side of the head.
Stern throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Stern clinches with his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Howard Stern dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Stern.
Stern misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Stern shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Stern moves out of range.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Stern lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bakiyev at a distance.
Stern wants to clinch
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stern uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Stern throws a lazy uppercut
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stern lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakiyev circles away quickly and effectively.
Bakiyev takes one on the button.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Stern.
Stern misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Stern scores with a jab.#T1#
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev throws a right hand that misses
and Stern counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Stern misses with an uppercut
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Stern throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Stern lands a lovely overhand right.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Stern.
Stern misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Stern looks to throw the jab but Bakiyev is out of range.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stern was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Stern is looking for a counter combo.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Stern throws a big shot that misses.
Stern throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Stern misses with a hook
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
A thudding body kick lands there by Stern!
Stern moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.#T2#
Stern tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
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!
Stern misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakiyev stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Stern comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Howard Stern is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Stern's head backwards.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Stern swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stern.
Nice cross by Stern.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stern.
Stern throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bakiyev on the side of the head.
Stern throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Stern does a little dance to reset his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Toktogulovich Bakiyev.
I think Stern 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Howard Stern!
Our winner, Howard Stern, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Bushido K1: 1
Date: Mar 19, 2020

#R1#
Hunt throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Hunt moves forwards but Bakiyev connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hunt uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hunts jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Bakiyev throws out a powerful jab.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
Hunt throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Hunt moves out of range.
Hunt throws a counter combo.
Good standup being displayed there by Bakiyev as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Hunt misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Hunt throws out a counter right but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bakiyev connects with a nice looking jab.
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Hunt to counter with a crisp jab.
Hunt lands with a hook. Bakiyev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
A big left from Hunt misses.
Hunt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hunt tries to land a leg kick but Bakiyev saw it coming and moves away.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Hunt walks into a stiff left hand from Bakiyev.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hunt throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hunt looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hunt throws a leg kick
and Hunt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Hunt tries a quick counter leg kick but Bakiyev is wise to it.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hunt misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev thuds his right hand into Hunt's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Hunt misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Hunt throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hunt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hunt needs to keep his hands up - Bakiyev had a free shot at his head there.
Hunt misses with a straight right.
Hunt misses with an uppercut
and Hunt takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hunt throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Hunt avoids it easily.
Hunt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev connects with a single shot there.
Hunt misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Hunt throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Hunt shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hunt misses with a hook
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Hunt takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hunt throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hunt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.
Hunt's corner calls for a 1-2. Hunt obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hunt has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Hunt looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bakiyev scores with a nice strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hunt swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T2#
Good work by Bakiyev as he checks the leg kick.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Hunt misses with a right hand
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Hunt looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hunt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bakiyev finds it's way round the side to connect with Hunt's head.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
Hunt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Hunt with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Hunt falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Hunt on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hunt takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Hunt shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Hunt at a distance.
Hunt throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Good work by Bakiyev as he checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Hunt thuds his right hand into Bakiyev's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bakiyev connects with the punch.
Bakiyev lands a body shot. #T1#
Hunt takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hunt was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Hunt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
Hunt has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bakiyev finds it's way round the side to connect with Hunt's head.
Hunt misses the body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hunt doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Hunt takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Hunt throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev lands with an uppercut that bounces Hunt off the ropes and back into range.
Hunt swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hunt throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Hunt throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Hunt doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a jab.
Hunt walks into a left hand.
Mark Hunt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Hunt misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:26
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:26
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: WKBC 155 Finals
Date: Feb 20, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev misses with a body punch
and Zinsou counters with a straight right hand.
Zinsou misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Zinsou is out of range.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev lands with a cross. #CL#
Zinsou clinches with his opponent.
Bakiyev avoids the elbow strike from Zinsou, against the ropes. #BC#
Zinsou escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zinsou doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Yayi Zinsou seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Zinsou.
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Zinsou keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zinsou manages to avoid it.#T1#
Zinsou tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Zinsou fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Zinsou swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zinsou tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Zinsou throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Zinsou lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body. #CL#
Zinsou closes the distance and pushes Bakiyev back into the ropes.
Zinsou scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bakiyev keeps control of Zinsou as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Zinsou misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bakiyev.
Zinsou lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch. #T2#
Zinsou throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Zinsou closes the distance and pushes Bakiyev back into the ropes.
Zinsou can't break the clinch.
Zinsou doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Zinsou's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Zinsou closes the distance and pushes Bakiyev back into the ropes.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Zinsou.
Zinsou stalling against the ropes.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Zinsou escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Zinsou paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Zinsou tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Yayi Zinsou dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Zinsou is looking to clinch.
Zinsou throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Zinsou tries to clinch up but Bakiyev circles away and keeps his distance.
Zinsou stuns Bakiyev with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Zinsou.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Zinsou is just out of range.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bakiyev misses the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Zinsou looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zinsou catches Bakiyev with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Zinsou tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1##CL#
Zinsou takes the fight into the clinch.
Bakiyev wants to get back to striking at distance but Zinsou won't allow it.
Zinsou is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC#
Zinsou breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Zinsou tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Zinsou connects with a body shot.
Zinsou connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Yayi Zinsou is winning the standup battle so far.
Zinsou takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Zinsou looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Zinsou tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves away
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zinsou is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bakiyev can do to turn this around?#T2#
Bakiyev gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Zinsou finish him?
Zinsou lands a jab to Bakiyev's midsection.
Zinsou scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev is breathing heavily.
Bakiyev walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Zinsou! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yayi Zinsou!
Yayi Zinsou spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: WKBC 2: Semi Finals
Date: Feb 07, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev misses the jab.
MP lands the left hand.
No joy there for MP, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
MP tries to work over Bakiyev's front leg with a kick but Bakiyev checks it.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
MP moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
MP slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
MP lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakiyev circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MP throws a leg kick but Bakiyev moved away.
A decent looking cross lands there for MP.
MP tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
MP misses with the combination. #T1#
MP defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Some wild striking there from MP.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick.
MP throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MP moves away.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before MP has time to react.
MP slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by MP.
We've been told by MP's head coaches at FIERCE - 15 Elite Coaches that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
MP misses with a few strikes there.
Bakiyev throws a jab when MP was well out of range.
MP misses with a wild combination.
MP misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from MP with a body shot.
Bakiyev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract MP.#T2#
A cross from Bakiyev lands.
MP throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
MP misses with a double jab
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
MP misses with a two punch combination.
MP misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
MP misses with a jab, cross combination.
MP uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
MP misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MP uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from MP.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Michael MP will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
MP throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
MP throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
MP throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps MP thinking.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MP.
Bakiyev cracks MP with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
MP slips under a jab.
MP throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MP misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
MP walks into a straight right hand from Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MP misses with a series of wild punches.
MP misses with a series of wild punches.
Bakiyev jabs at MP's body.#T1#
MP throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MP misses with a jab, cross combination.
Michael MP is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from MP.
MP throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
MP swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
MP throws a push kick but Bakiyev slaps the foot to one side.
Bakiyev swings for the body but MP moves out of range.
MP half committed to a counter leg kick.
Michael MP is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
MP looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MP looks to throw the jab but Bakiyev is out of range.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but MP slips the punch.
MP uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
MP tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Bakiyev connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed MP momentarily.
MP falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps MP thinking.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
MP rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev connects with a jab.
MP throws a leg kick which misses Bakiyev's front leg but catches the back leg as Bakiyev tries to avoid it.
MP throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
MP slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
MP wants to slow Bakiyev down by chopping away at his legs.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but MP moved out of range.
MP takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MP lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakiyev circles away quickly and effectively.
MP avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
MP rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
MP shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Michael MP seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MP misses with a wild combination.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by MP.
MP pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bakiyev, as that shot connected.
MP misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
MP looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
MP tries to land a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MP slips a jab from Bakiyev.
MP takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent MP stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from MP.
MP looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev takes a swing at MP's ribcage but misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
MP throws a big counter combination but Bakiyev scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
MP throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
MP keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MP misses with a double jab
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
MP throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
MP throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
MP displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakiyev throws out the jab.
Bakiyev takes a swing at MP's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but MP uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to MP's body. MP takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
MP throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. MP saw that one coming.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the head. #T2#
MP throws a sloppy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
MP throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev lands with a straight right. MP didn't see that one coming.
MP takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bakiyev paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
MP falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
MP digs a good hook to Bakiyev's body.
MP ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
MP throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
MP takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
MP throws a combination that misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
A big right from Bakiyev misses.
MP throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev works MP's body with a nice hook.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Michael MP spoke after the fight, saying 'That was unexpected. Give me another 5 minutes and that dude is getting wrecked.'.

Event: Warzone 3
Date: Jan 19, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev connects with a looping right hand.
Tua displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakiyev throws out the jab.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Tua's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Tua moves out of range.
Tua let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A big left from Tua misses.
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tua.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. #KD2#
Tua cracks Bakiyev with a left hand that drops him to the canvas, up against the ropes! Can Bakiyev get back up in time? 3, 4, 5, 6, 7... he's on one knee... 8, 9... he's up! 'Walk towards me' says the referee. Bakiyev looks steady enough to continue so we're going to continue!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Tua moves out of range.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Tua.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tua wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tua is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Tua looks to clinch
and Tua takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Tua has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tua just misses with a punch to the body.
Tua throws an off balance right hand
and Tua takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tua slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
Tua ducks right into an uppercut from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tua.
Tua fails in his attempt to clinch.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target. #T2##KD2#
Bakiyev ducks into a a hook from Tua and goes down! He looks in a bit of a mess; will he beat the count?! 4,5,6,7,8 - he's up and looking to carry on! The referee looks into his eyes and sees that he's OK to continue!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tua counters with a right hand to the body.
Tua swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tua misses with a wild body shot.
Tua misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Tua misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tua uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tua moves away.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Tua rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tua takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Tua will get the nod in that round, having scored multiple knockdowns.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Tua misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Tua counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Bakiyev badly! He tries to strike back but Tua puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Bakiyev out cold! Oh man, Bakiyev will never hear the end of this one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). David Tua!

Event: Warzone 1
Date: Jan 11, 2020

#R1#
White misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
White throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bakiyev stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
White misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
White takes one to the chin there.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Bakiyev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that White 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.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
White throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps White thinking.
White misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
White misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
White ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
White misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
White scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
White throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range. #T1#
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but White was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from White.
White misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through White's defenses.
White throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
White thows a left - swing and a miss!
White lands a really nice looking cross but Bakiyev seems unphased.
White throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
White is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
White throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
White scores with a jab to the head.
Michael Jai White seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
White avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
White misses with an uppercut.
White closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from White. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
White ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. White looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bakiyev misses the body punch
and White counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bakiyev thinking.
White throws an off balance right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract White.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but White moves away.
Bakiyev takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
White lands a really nice looking cross but Bakiyev seems unphased. #ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev leaves his chin hanging out and White seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Bakiyev crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michael Jai White!

Event: K1 Kings: 4
Date: Jan 01, 2020

#R1#
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
MP misses with a series of wild punches.
MP looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
MP swinging wildly here.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by MP.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from MP.
No joy there for MP, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
MP throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but MP manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. MP was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
MP lands a head kick. Bakiyev smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Bakiyev lands a jab to MP's midsection.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but MP moves out of range.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MP moves away.
Michael MP seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
MP throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
MP throws a front kick that sends Bakiyev stumbling back into the ropes.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but MP moves out of range.
MP throws a nice head kick!
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. MP does a little dance to reset his feet.
Despite the aggression on MP's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but MP avoids the punch easily.
MP avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
MP misses with a few strikes there.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
MP tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but MP moves out of range.
MP has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
MP slips a jab from Bakiyev.
MP throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A jab from MP finds it's way through Bakiyev's defenses.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
MP misses with a wild combination.
MP rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but MP is just out of range.
MP swinging wildly here.
MP steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
MP takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
MP misses with a straight right.
MP misses with the combination.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael MP dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev takes a swing at MP's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev throws a good cross that connects.
MP ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Bakiyev is really struggling to find his range with his punches. MP's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
MP blocks a jab.
MP is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
MP falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Michael MP seems to be getting the better of the standup.
MP misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and MP counters with a stiff right hand.
MP slips a jab from Bakiyev.
MP throws a head kick that misses.
MP misses with the combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MP feints a jab promting Bakiyev to slip. MP then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bakiyev slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
MP takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
MP throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
MP lands with an uppercut that bounces Bakiyev off the ropes and back into range.
MP throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
MP throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
MP swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
MP throws a combination that misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev lands a really nice looking cross but MP seems unphased.
Michael MP is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
MP wants to counter with a clinch but Bakiyev pushes him away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
MP throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
MP throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
MP misses with the combination. #T2#
MP ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
MP tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
MP misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bakiyev defending well as MP loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from MP.
MP uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
MP slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
MP throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev lands with a hook. MP tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
MP throws a chopping leg kick but Bakiyev manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
MP throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bakiyev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MP.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
MP moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MP.
MP lands a two punch combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. MP does a little dance to reset his feet.
MP swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from MP.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
MP tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
MP throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
MP keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
MP unleashes a big counter combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
MP throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range. #T1#
MP misses with the combination.
MP misses with a head kick.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but MP manages to avoid it.
MP throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
MP tries to bum rush Bakiyev with a series of wild strikes but Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
MP takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from MP.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down MP with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
MP fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MP was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev cracks MP with a good jab.
Bakiyev jabs at MP's body.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev clobbers MP with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but MP moves away.#T2#
MP displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakiyev throws out the jab.
Nice shot lands for Bakiyev.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
MP tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
MP is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
MP misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from MP.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but MP was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
MP misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
MP lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakiyev circles away quickly and effectively.
MP looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
MP takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.

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 Toktogulovich Bakiyev.
I think Bakiyev 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 Shirou Masuda scores the fight 28:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
An out of breath Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Michael MP was interviewed post fight and said 'That was unexpected. Give me another 5 minutes and that dude is getting wrecked.'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 20, 2019

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Hyde.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Hyde uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Hyde ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hyde jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hyde throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Bakiyev lands a jab to Hyde's midsection.
A head kick misses from Hyde.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hyde misses with a few strikes there.
Hyde throws a head kick that misses.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hyde on the side of the head. #T1#
Hyde throws the kick towards the body but Bakiyev avoids it.
Hyde on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.
Bakiyev throws out a powerful jab.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hyde throws a sloppy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Hyde pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Bakiyev avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hyde throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hyde swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev works Hyde's body with a nice hook.
Hyde throws a nice head kick!
A looping hook to the body misses from Hyde. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Hyde fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.#CL#
Hyde forces Bakiyev back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hyde misses the jab.
Hyde tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bakiyev lands a jab to Hyde's midsection.
Hyde throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.#T3#
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Hyde takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev lunges at Hyde with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hyde's hand.
Hyde misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hydes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hyde doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hyde's head.
Bakiyev punishes Hyde's body with a nice straight punch.
Hyde tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Sloppy strikes from Hyde. Those never looked like landing.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hyde moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bakiyev jabs Hyde right on the nose. Hyde blinks but takes it well.#T4#
Hyde doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Bakiyev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bakiyev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hyde tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.#CL#
Hyde rushes Bakiyev and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hyde misses with a knee to the head.
Hyde lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bakiyev avoiding damage as Hyde throws knees to the body.
Hyde lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev avoiding damage as Hyde throws knees to the body.
Hyde misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Hyde wants to clinch.
Bakiyev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Some wild striking there from Hyde.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hyde takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hyde takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Hyde misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Hyde. Those never looked like landing.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Hyde's body.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bakiyev cracks Hyde with an open hand slap.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Hyde rather than just go for the knockout.
Hyde swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hyde throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hyde smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Hyde moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.
Bakiyev lands with a hook. Hyde tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev lands a body shot. #CL#
Hyde takes the fight into the clinch. #T2##BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hyde swinging wildly here.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Hyde closes the distance and clinches.
Hyde scores a nice knee to the body. #BC#
Hyde's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev punishes Hyde's body with a nice straight punch.
Hyde misses the jab.
Hyde tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Hyde's ribs.
Bakiyev works Hyde's body with a nice hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bakiyev, as that shot connected. #CL#
Hyde closes the distance and pushes Bakiyev back into the cage.#BC#
Hyde pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hyde throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Hyde misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hyde thows a body kick. Bakiyev tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T4#
A solid body kick from Hyde.
Hyde doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hyde doesn't seem bothered though.
Hyde takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A punch lands to the side of Hyde 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Hyde goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Hyde tries to land a front kick but Bakiyev steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hyde with a body shot.
Hyde throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Hyde darts in and clinches Bakiyev up against the cage.
Bakiyev managing to block the knees to the body from Hyde.
Hyde tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hyde misses with a knee strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
A decent looking cross lands there for Hyde.
Hyde moves to clinch but Bakiyev breaks away
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Hyde takes one to the chin there.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Hyde.
Hyde tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Hyde tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Hyde.
Hyde takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hyde throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hyde thinking.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Hyde's body.#T1#
Hyde takes one to the chin there.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Hyde looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Hyde on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hyde's head.
Nice jab there from Hyde.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands with an uppercut that bounces Hyde off the cage and back into range.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Hyde's body.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hyde throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.#T2#
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Hyde.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hyde looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hyde doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hyde takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bakiyev.
Hyde fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hyde doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hyde closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Hyde pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Hyde takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T3#
Hyde takes one on the button.
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tito Hyde seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Hyde.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bakiyev.
Hyde tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bakiyev cracks a nice hook into Hyde's ribs.
Hyde looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bakiyev connects with a right hand. Hyde shakes it off.#CL#
Hyde rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the cage.#T4#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hyde.#BC2#
Bakiyev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tito Hyde is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hyde misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hyde takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hyde doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Hyde just misses with a punch to the body.
Hyde with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bakiyev to score with a decent uppercut.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Tito Hyde has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bakiyev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A very excited looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev 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.
The defeated Tito Hyde had this to say: 'Oof that wasnt supposed to happen'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 03, 2019

#R1##CL2#
Pain has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bakiyev working hard to break the clinch.
Pain throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Pain tries to throw a body punch but Bakiyev avoids it by throwing Pain back against the cage.
Pain is leaning against Bakiyev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Pain is controlling him.
Pain prevents Bakiyev from breaking the clinch.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Pain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A frustrated look appears on Bakiyev's face as he tries to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain digs a right hand into Bakiyev's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bakiyev's gas tank.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Pain scores with a shoulder strike.
Pain prevents Bakiyev from breaking the clinch.
Bakiyev wants to break free but Pain has control. #T1#
Bakiyev prevents a takedown attempt there.
A right handed body shot lands from Pain.
Pain misses with the head strike.
Pain lands a body punch.
Pain struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Pain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pain misses with a body punch.
Bakiyev blocks a body shot from Pain.
Pain using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Bakiyev has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #BC2#
Pain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bakiyev looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Pain throws a lazy head kick
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Royal Pain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev cracks Pain with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL2#
Pain gets a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Pain - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Pain goes for a takedown attempt but Bakiyev pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Pain misses with a low kick as Bakiyev jumps back.
Pain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but Pain slips the punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pain misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Pain doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Pain fails with the takedown.
Bakiyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Royal Pain.#T3#
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pain has his takedown stuffed
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw.
Pain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Pain tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bakiyev defends well and Pain ends up having to push Bakiyev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Pain closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Pain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
No luck for Pain with that takedown attempt.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pain looks winded!
Jab, jab by Bakiyev - just one landing.
Pain with a poor takedown
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Pain throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pain throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pain misses with a body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Pain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pain misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pain tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A punch lands to the side of Pain 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Pain has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL2#
Pain clinches up with Bakiyev and pushes him back against the cage.
Pain digs a right hand into Bakiyev's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bakiyev's gas tank.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Pain 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.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Pain is just out of range.
Pain wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Pain lands the left hand.
Pain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pain doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2#
Pain changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bakiyev looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Pain goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bakiyev has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pain but great work by Bakiyev.#SU#
Bakiyev stands up.
Pain is breathing heavily.
Pain misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev stuns Pain with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Pain throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pain. #T1#
Bakiyev throws out a powerful jab.
Pain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pain tries for a takedown but Bakiyev circles away easily
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev scores with a hook.
Bakiyev connects with a right hand. Pain shakes it off.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pain can do to turn this around?
Pain moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Pain. Bakiyev shrugs it off though.
Pain misses with a straight left.
Pain tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakiyev swivels and escapes.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Royal Pain.
Pain tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
A cross from Bakiyev lands.
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pain.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
Pain fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bakiyev sprawls well initially but Pain persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.#T2##SUB2#
Pain is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bakiyev sees it coming and defends easily.
Bakiyev tries to kick Pain off but Pain keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pain not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pain looks to land a strike but Bakiyev avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Pain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Pain working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bakiyev is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Pain is controlling him.
Pain engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pain is looking to work some ground and pound but Bakiyev has wrist control.#T3#
Bakiyev wants to stand but Pain is controlling the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Pain is working Bakiyev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet but Pain is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pain missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bakiyev preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bakiyev preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Pain tries to pass.
Pain with a flurry of punches that miss.
Royal Pain has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bakiyev wants to stand and escape but Pain is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pain misses with a looping right.
Pain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Pain misses the body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4##CL2#
Pain instigates a clinch.
Pain misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bakiyev blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the leg kick from Pain.
Pain's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bakiyev connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pain scrambles back to his feet.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bakiyev blocks a body shot from Pain.
Pain struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands.
Pain has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Bakiyev is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Pain tries to pull guard but Bakiyev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Royal Pain seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#TD2#
Pain jumps into guard, dragging Bakiyev to the mat.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Pain takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
Pain throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Pain looks to clinch
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Pain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pain loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Pain doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Pain moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.
Pain with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Bakiyev does it's job there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pain tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves away
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Pain fails with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pain takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Pain takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Pain misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pain moves away.
Pain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Pain takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pain changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bakiyev tries to avoid it but Pain manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bakiyev to the ground. Bakiyev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Royal Pain.
Bakiyev cracks Pain with a good jab.
Bakiyev jabs Pain to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bakiyev cracks Pain with a good jab.
Pain closes the distance looking to clinch
and Pain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pain has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T2#
Pain wants to clinch
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Pain tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Pain.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Pain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pain looks to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev tests Pain's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Pain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Pain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pain throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Pain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bakiyev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pain.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Pain tries for a takedown but Bakiyev circles away easily
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Pain avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Pain gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Pain thinking.
Pain takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bakiyev paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pain throws a sloppy body shot
and Pain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev misses with a shot to the body
enabling Pain to counter with a crisp jab.
Pain with a poor takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Pain fails with a takedown attempt.
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pain looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nice shot lands for Bakiyev.
Pain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pain walks into a stiff left hand from Bakiyev.
Pain gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Our winner, Toktogulovich Bakiyev, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
Royal Pain was interviewed post fight and said 'Shit, there goes my chance to be like Mike.'.

Event: Rick's Rumble 1.5!
Date: Nov 30, 2019

#R1#
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Fonseca takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fonseca walks into a left hand.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fonseca.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Fonseca is out of range.
It seemed like Fonseca was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Fonseca's shoulder, as Fonseca tries to avoid the shot.
Good work by Bakiyev as he checks the leg kick.
Fonseca misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Fonseca was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fonseca blocks a jab.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fonseca.
Fonseca appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Fonseca misses with a wild combination.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Fonseca's shoulder, as Fonseca tries to avoid the shot.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fonseca sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fonseca.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Fonseca is just out of range.
Fonseca misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Fonseca misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fonseca moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bakiyev cracks Fonseca with an open hand slap.
Fonseca slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
Fonseca flicks out a counter leg kick but Bakiyev steps away.
Fonseca gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fonseca throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Fonseca throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fonseca lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Fonseca is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Fonseca misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Fonseca misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Decent striking displayed by Fonseca there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fonseca throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Fonseca's ribs.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Fonseca's body.
Fonseca scores with a head kick. Bakiyev tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!#T2#
Fonseca circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Bakiyev tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Fonseca wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Juan Fonseca!

Event: RH108
Date: Nov 09, 2019

#R1#
Good work by Bakiyev as he checks the leg kick.
Nazaryan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bakiyev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nazaryan. Nazaryan circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A jab from Nazaryan misses.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Nazaryan's ribcage but misses.
Nazaryan misses with a double jab
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Donk. Bakiyev catches Nazaryan right on the button with a cross.
A head kick misses from Nazaryan.
Bakiyev connects with a right hand. Nazaryan shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A left and a right from Nazaryan both land. Nice combination.
Nazaryan scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nazaryan throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Nazaryan avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Nazaryan tries a head kick but it misses.
Nazaryan misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nazaryan misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Bakiyev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Nazaryan.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nazaryan misses with the combination.
Nazaryan moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nazaryan connects with a high kick.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Nazaryan throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nazaryan throws a push kick but Bakiyev slaps the foot to one side.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick.
Bakiyev takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Nazaryan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nazaryan throws a leg kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Bakiyev misses with a jab to the body
and Nazaryan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nazaryan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nazaryan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
A low kick from Nazaryan is predictable there
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Nazaryan throws a combination. Bakiyev tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nazaryan misses with a hook.
Nazaryan lands a jab to the nose.
Vrej Nazaryan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nazaryan looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vrej Nazaryan dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nazaryan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Crunch! Nazaryan slams his shin into Bakiyev's torso.
Nazaryan throws a good cross that connects.
Nazaryan moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Nazaryan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Nazaryan finish him?
Nazaryan tries a head kick but it misses.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nazaryan plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Bakiyev swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Bakiyev face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Vrej Nazaryan!
Vrej Nazaryan took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Urban Fighter for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: RH96
Date: Oct 09, 2019

#R1#
Muller throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Muller moved out of range.
Bakiyev has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Muller finds it's way round the side to connect with Bakiyev's head.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev stuns Muller with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Muller has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Muller scores with a jab. Bakiyev acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Muller wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Muller just misses with a punch to the body.
Muller tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Muller .
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Muller rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the ropes.
A head punch on the inside from Muller fails to land.
Muller scores with a shot to the side of Bakiyev's head.
Bakiyev is looking to break free of the clinch but Muller has double underhooks.
Muller misses with some punches. #T1#
Muller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bakiyev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Bakiyev tries to circle away but Muller has him pinned against the ropes.
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Muller presses Bakiyev against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Muller has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch but Muller keeps him there for the moment.
Muller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bakiyev wants to break the clinch but can't.
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch.
I was talking to Bakiyev's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Muller swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Muller working aggressively here. #T2#
Bakiyev wants to get back to striking at distance but Muller won't allow it.
Muller throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakiyevs head.
Muller cracks Bakiyev with a nice body shot.
Muller misses with a body punch.
Muller can't find room to land a body shot as Bakiyev controls the action.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Muller tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Muller lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Still in the clinch, Muller scores with a nice short uppercut.
Muller keeps control of Bakiyev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hennig Muller dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hennig Muller seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Muller throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Muller throws out the jab.
A shot to the liver by Muller . Beautiful body shot.
Bakiyev shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Muller cracks Bakiyev with a good jab.
Muller tries to clinch up.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Muller manages to avoid it.
Muller closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Muller takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muller misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Muller working aggressively here.
Muller lands a hook that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Muller has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Muller struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands. #T1#
Muller misses with a hook from the clinch.
Muller scores with a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Muller creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Muller .
Muller lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch.
Hennig Muller seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Muller takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#CL2#
Muller moves into range and clinches up with Bakiyev.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Muller scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Muller tries to throw a body punch but Bakiyev avoids it by throwing Muller back against the ropes.
Muller working aggressively here.
Muller goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Muller lands a left hand.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Muller tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Muller is leaning against Bakiyev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Muller scores with a shoulder strike.
Bakiyev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Muller misses with a short punch on the inside.
Muller creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Bakiyev crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Bakiyev face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Muller takes it with a brutal technical knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Hennig Muller !

Event: RH84
Date: Sep 11, 2019

#R1#
Bakiyev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Hyde scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick by Hyde misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Hyde counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hyde doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Hyde moves out of range.
Hyde swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bakiyev walks into a perfectly timed head kick by Hyde and drops face first to the floor! Bakiyev's eyes are wide open but he's not all there - he's just flopping around the mat like a drunk on rollerskates! The referee doesn't even start the count - he's called an end to the fight, with Bakiyev in no position to continue!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Tito Hyde!
Our winner, Tito Hyde, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: RH72
Date: Aug 21, 2019

#R1#
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Bogard misses with a straight right.
Bakiyev misses with a hook.
Bakiyev has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Bogard is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bogard pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bogard.
Bogard throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bogard blocks a jab.
Bogard takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bakiyev takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bogard scores with a head kick. #ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Bogard! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Terry Bogard!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Terry Bogard waved his t-shirt featuring IniTech Nutrition 's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 04, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Brian Grimes (ranked 1542 p4p, 0 weight class) and Toktogulovich Bakiyev (ranked 4140 p4p, 420 weight class). Toktogulovich Bakiyev has the eye of the tiger tonight.

178 cm
35 yrs
184 lbs

171 cm
41 yrs
163 lbs

Grimes

Bakiyev

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Brian Grimes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Paul Tew and Phil Schofield.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Bakiyev clinches up against the cage.
Grimes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bakiyev just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bakiyev tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but Bakiyev has him pressed against the cage.

Grimes decides to pull guard.
Bakiyev stays in close to Grimes's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev is continuing to stall.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakiyev postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Grimes looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Grimes wants to sweep but no luck.
Grimes controlling Bakiyev's posture.
Grimes's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Grimes tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bakiyev tries to free his leg and advance position but Grimes is retaining full guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling from the top position.
The adventures of Bakiyev the control monster continue. Boring.
Grimes looking to control.
Bakiyev is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Grimes 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.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Grimes controlling the position.
Bakiyev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Grimes looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bakiyev advances to half guard.
Bakiyev controlling the action here.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev is looking to take a break and control but Grimes is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev tries to pass to full mount but Grimes defends it.
Still in half guard, Bakiyev seems content to control.
Grimes works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bakiyev is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bakiyev won't allow Grimes to sweep him here.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling from the top position.
Grimes looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bakiyev showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Bakiyev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bakiyev controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Grimes looking to control.
Bakiyev looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Grimes is pulling down on Bakiyev's head. It's preventing any offense from Bakiyev, at least for the moment.
Grimes can't keep his opponent in guard - Bakiyev advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev trying to pass the guard but Grimes defending well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bakiyev in particular looking to stall.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Grimes is looking to control Bakiyev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Grimes avoid being mounted?
Bakiyev is taking a breather. Grimes says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Grimes wants to get back to full guard.
Grimes manages to get to full guard.
Bakiyev sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bakiyev's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev trying to control but Grimes is working from the bottom.
Grimes looking for a sweep. Not yet Grimes, not yet.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Bakiyev from controlling successfully.
Bakiyev is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Grimes is trying to keep Bakiyev in close.
Grimes keeping full guard, as Bakiyev tries to pass.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev forces his way into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bakiyev in particular looking to stall.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
More stalling from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Grimes does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bakiyev controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Grimes is heads and Bakiyev is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... heads!
Grimes takes the fight on points by 1 to 0.
In his post fight interview, Brian Grimes started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jul 27, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Montresor Poe (ranked 6717 p4p, 0 weight class) and Toktogulovich Bakiyev (ranked 4154 p4p, 430 weight class). Toktogulovich Bakiyev is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.

169 cm
18 yrs
165 lbs

171 cm
41 yrs
163 lbs

Poe

Bakiyev

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Montresor Poe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Cecil Peabody and Gwen Towbar.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Bakiyev closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

Poe is fighting off a takedown attempt but Bakiyev is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Poe to the mat. Poe regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Poe (0) vs (2) Bakiyev
Bakiyev's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bakiyev postures up.
Bakiyev stays in close to Poe's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Let's hope that Bakiyev 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.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bakiyev pushing down on Poe's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bakiyev not doing much here.
Poe trying to hold on to Bakiyev's head to control him but Bakiyev postures up.
Bakiyev is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Poe is trying to control but can't.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bakiyev in particular looking to stall.
Bakiyev trying to mount his opponent but Poe defends it.
Bakiyev controlling the action here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev tries to pass to full mount but Poe defends it.
Bakiyev not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev is pressing down on Poe's thigh, looking to free his foot. Poe is holding on for now.
Well, if Bakiyev is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bakiyev wants to free his trapped foot but Poe is holding on for dear life with his legs.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Poe is trying to control but can't.
Bakiyev trying to mount his opponent but Poe defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Bakiyev in particular looking to stall.
Bakiyev is looking to pass Poe's guard but actually Poe recovers to full guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bakiyev forces his way into half guard.
Bakiyev keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Poe tries to roll over but Bakiyev keeps him under control.
Poe gets back to full guard.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Poe is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bakiyev looking to pass the guard.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Poe trying to keep a closed guard but Bakiyev is proving a slippery customer.
Bakiyev slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bakiyev pushing down on Poe's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bakiyev wants to free his trapped foot but Poe is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Poe wants to control but Bakiyev is keeping busy.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bakiyev is continuing to stall.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Bakiyev.
Yet more stalling tactics from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev wants to free his trapped foot but Poe is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bakiyev is taking a breather. Poe says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev wants to free his trapped foot but Poe is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bakiyev takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The adventures of Bakiyev the control monster continue. Boring.
Bakiyev tries to pass to full mount but Poe defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Poe trying to hold on to Bakiyev's head to control him but Bakiyev postures up.
Bakiyev is pressing down on Poe's thigh, looking to free his foot. Poe is holding on for now.
Bakiyev sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Poe is looking for a sweep. Bakiyev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Poe is trying to control but can't.
Poe tries to get to full guard but Bakiyev has control of the leg.
Bakiyev is pressing down on Poe's thigh, looking to free his foot. Poe is holding on for now.
Bakiyev perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

And that's the end of the fight!
Bakiyev wins on points by 2 to 0.
After winning the bout, Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: TWGC 25 (170lbs, D3): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 26, 2019

Coming up we have a welterweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Toktogulovich Bakiyev (ranked 4140 p4p, 423 weight class) and Tom Jones (ranked 6941 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!

171 cm
40 yrs
163 lbs

180 cm
33 yrs
183 lbs

Bakiyev

Jones

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Toktogulovich Bakiyev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Tom Jones!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Alan Glass and Daniel Franklin.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Jones gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jones is trying to pull guard but Bakiyev has him pressed against the cage.
Jones tries to pull guard but Bakiyev holds him up against the cage and eventually Jones drops back down to his feet.
Bakiyev is trying to pull guard but Jones has him pressed against the cage.

Bakiyev manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass.
Bakiyev seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Jones looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones won't allow Bakiyev to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass.
Bakiyev being controlled here, momentarily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bakiyev is pulling down on Jones's head. It's preventing any offense from Jones, at least for the moment.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass.
Bakiyev pulls Jones in close to his closed guard and prevents Jones from doing any damage or advancing position.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
Bakiyev has his hands on Jones's head, controlling the position.
Bakiyev being controlled here, momentarily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev pulls Jones in close to his closed guard and prevents Jones from doing any damage or advancing position.
Jones wants to control from the top but Bakiyev keeps moving.
Jones looking to pass the guard.
Jones trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
Bakiyev is adopting a defensive guard.
Jones not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Jones tries to pass.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jones wants to pass the guard but Bakiyev is keeping the position.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakiyev is controlling Jones's posture.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jones might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Bakiyev haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Bakiyev 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.
Jones trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
Jones controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bakiyev has Jones pulled in close to control his posture.
Jones slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jones wants to control from the top but Bakiyev keeps moving.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jones is fighting to break Bakiyev's control of his arms but Bakiyev is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakiyev is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bakiyev looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bakiyev swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jones trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
Jones engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bakiyev is pulling down on Jones's head to control his posture.
Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bakiyev is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Jones pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bakiyev is keeping the position for now.
Bakiyev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
Jones is fighting to break Bakiyev's control of his arms but Bakiyev is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Jones controlling from the top position.
Jones trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakiyev pulls Jones in to control the position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bakiyev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jones trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
Bakiyev is controlling Jones's posture.
Jones stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bakiyev swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bakiyev is adopting a defensive guard.
Bakiyev's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bakiyev looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully.
Jones being controlled here momentarily.
Jones looking to sit in guard and control but Bakiyev gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bakiyev (2) vs (0) Jones
Jones seems keen to control Bakiyev's posture.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev won't allow Jones to sweep him here.
Bakiyev advances to half guard.
Jones trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Bakiyev manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bakiyev (5) vs (0) Jones
Jones is trying desperately to improve position.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Bakiyev takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jones is looking to improve his position but Bakiyev isn't that keen on the idea.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling his opponent.
Bakiyev has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Jones is looking to get to half guard.
Bakiyev controlling from mount.
Bakiyev avoids the attempt from Jones to control.
Bakiyev content just to control the position here.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Jones keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bakiyev sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Jones regains half guard.
Bakiyev stalling.
Bakiyev prevents Jones from improving his position.
Bakiyev is thwarting Jones's attempts to control the position.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev slows the pace down in half guard.
Jones tries to roll over but Bakiyev keeps him under control.
Bakiyev controlling the action here.
Jones wants to get back to full guard.
Bakiyev trying to pass the guard but Jones defending well.
Jones trying to control from the bottom.
Bakiyev seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Jones is looking for a sweep. Bakiyev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jones has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bakiyev is working away from the top position though.
Jones is looking to improve his position.
Bakiyev uses his free foot to push down on Jones's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Jones.
Score +3 for passing guard: Bakiyev (8) vs (0) Jones
Bakiyev with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Jones working to try and regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bakiyev controlling his opponent.
Bakiyev fails to move to back control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bakiyev takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
After winning the bout, Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 26, 2019

#R1#
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Morrison dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Morrison misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Morrison scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bakiyev doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the head.
Morrison throws a one two combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev scores with the left hand. Morrison knows he should have avoided that one.
Morrison avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Morrison was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Morrison lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Morrison.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Morrison strikes.
Morrison keeps Bakiyev at a distance using the push kick.
Morrison uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev. #T1#
Morrison throws an off balance right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Morrison cracks Bakiyev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Morrison fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Morrison jabs Bakiyev to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Morrison throws out the jab.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice hook.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Ray Morrison seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev gets tagged by a hook that puts him to sleep! Morrison points and yells something to his unconcious foe before strutting off. Bakiyev wakes up just in time to hear Morrison thank his coaches in the post fight interview.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ray Morrison!
Ray Morrison thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: NSC 29: Singh vs Dupree
Date: Jun 04, 2019

#R1#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cadman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev throws a jab when Cadman was well out of range.
Cadman misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Cadman .
Cadman tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Cadman lands a big right hand that sends Bakiyev crashing to the mat! Cadman stays standing though and waves Bakiyev back to his feet!#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.#T1#
Cadman is looking for an opening here. He's unloaded a big left hand that catches Bakiyev flush on the jaw and sends him tumbling to the canvas! Bakiyev is out cold! Cadman holds back from landing any unnecessary shots to his unconscious opponent, as the referee reacts slowly to the situation. A brutal knockout and then some excellent sportsmanship - this guy is my new favorite fighter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cayden Cadman !
Cayden Cadman made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'I am the face of the division, and after this win I want Escobar #NEWERA #Cadmantime '.

Event: NSC 23: Zuma vs Trowning
Date: May 14, 2019

#R1#
Bakiyev takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Markovic thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Markovic fails with a takedown attempt. #CL#
Markovic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bakiyev prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markovic has his takedown stuffed
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Milo Markovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Bakiyev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Markovic throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Markovic tries to clinch up.
Markovic is looking to clinch.
Bakiyev lunges at Markovic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Markovic's hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Markovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Markovic blocks it.
Bakiyev with a jab.
Bakiyev lands with a cross.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Markovic is just out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Markovic throws a front kick that sends Bakiyev stumbling back into the ropes.
Markovic with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev scores with a jab. Markovic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Markovic connects with a body shot that sends Bakiyev's belly button to the back.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Markovic is just out of range.
Markovic darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Markovic throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Markovic blocks it.
Markovic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic. #CL#
Markovic moves into range and clinches up with Bakiyev.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Markovic swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev jabs at Markovic's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Markovic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Markovic seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Markovic swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range. #T1#
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bakiyev connects with a single shot there.
Markovic misses with a wild body shot.
Markovic swinging wildly here.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Markovic has his takedown stuffed
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Markovic ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Markovic closes the distance and clinches.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#BC2#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Markovic with a poor takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Markovic tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Markovic.
Markovic doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Milo Markovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Markovic lands with a kick to the ribs.
Milo Markovic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Markovic's body.
Markovic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Markovic tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Markovic misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Bakiyev gets tackled into the ropes by Markovic. Markovic maintains the clinch.
Markovic swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Milo Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Markovic looks to throw the jab but Bakiyev is out of range.
Markovic shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Markovic throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Markovic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Markovic takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Markovic throws a push kick but Bakiyev slaps the foot to one side.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Markovic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Markovic misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
A head kick misses from Markovic.
Bakiyev misses the body punch
letting Markovic counter with a right hand. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Markovic manages to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Markovic misses its target.
Markovic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Markovic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Markovic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Markovic connects with a jab.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Markovic's head but Markovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Markovic attempts a counter takedown but Bakiyev avoids it well and moves away.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Markovic throws a sloppy body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Markovic misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bakiyev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight for Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight for Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight for Toktogulovich Bakiyev!

Toktogulovich Bakiyev wins by unanimous decision!
A relieved looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: NSC 19: Leagatius vs Maximus
Date: Apr 30, 2019

#R1#
Communist scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bakiyev seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Communist misses with the body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Communist avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromCommunist.
Communist lands a slapping body shot.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Communist.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev cracks Communist with a right hand to the side of the head.
Communist lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Communist falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Communist avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Communist fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bakiyev.
Communist misses with a wild combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Communist misses with a low kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Communist lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Communist sizes up Bakiyev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Communist is just out of range.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Bakiyev backs off Communist throws a huge counter combo but Bakiyev manages to avoid it all.
Communist throws a body kick that misses.
Communist fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bakiyev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fighters circling - Communist throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Communist misses with a series of wild punches.
Communist throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Communist.
Communist lands a head kick!
A shot to the body from Bakiyev misses
and Communist counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Nice uppercut lands for Communist. That snapped Bakiyev's head back. #CL2#
Communist forces Bakiyev back against the ropes and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev is trying to force a seperation but Communist has the dominant position.#T2#
Communist throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev. #BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Communist ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Communist connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Communist lands a jab to the nose.
Communist walks into a straight right hand from Bakiyev.
Communist plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Communist feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bakiyev's calf.
Bakiyev gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Communist gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Bakiyev is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Proper Communist!
A less than humble Proper Communist misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: Pride FC 8
Date: Apr 06, 2019

#R1#
Tiernan fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tiernan fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tiernan shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A left lands for Bakiyev.
Bakiyev stuns Tiernan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Conor Tiernan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiernan on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Tiernan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Tiernan takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Tiernan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tiernan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Tiernan moved out of range nicely.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tiernan sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tiernan tries to counter by clinching up but Bakiyev breaks away and moves out of range.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Tiernan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tiernan ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Tiernan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Tiernan gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bakiyev is trying to break free.
Tiernan tries to throw a body punch but Bakiyev avoids it by throwing Tiernan back against the cage.
Bakiyev working hard to break the clinch.
Tiernan lands a body shot.
Tiernan has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev. #T2#
Bakiyev wants to get back to striking at distance but Tiernan won't allow it.
A short body shot lands from Tiernan as the two fighters clinch.
Tiernan misses with a punch to the body.
Tiernan lands a body punch.
Tiernan digs a right hand into Bakiyev's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Bakiyev's gas tank.
Tiernan throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Tiernan.
Tiernan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
Tiernan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tiernan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tiernan can't find room to land a body shot as Bakiyev controls the action.
Tiernan can't find room to land a body shot as Bakiyev controls the action.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tiernan working aggressively here. #T3#
Tiernan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
A hook to the body from Tiernan.
Tiernan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Tiernan - that landed with a thud.
Tiernan misses with a body punch.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#CL#
Tiernan closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
Tiernan throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tiernan scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bakiyev in his tracks.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Tiernan moved out of range.
Tiernan looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
Tiernan works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
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!
Tiernan connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bakiyev's hands.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Tiernan measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes Bakiyev! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Conor Tiernan!
An out of breath Conor Tiernan thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Pride FC 2 Potter vs Tsuruta
Date: Mar 16, 2019

#R1#
Jetson connects with a single shot there.
Jetson throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Jetson is looking to score with low kicks.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A big left from Jetson misses.
Jetson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jetson throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Jetson attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bakiyev keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Jetson.
Jetson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jetson.
Jetson works the jab nicely.
Jetson misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jetson thinking.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T1#
Jetson scores with the left hand. Bakiyev knows he should have avoided that one.
Bakiyev defending well as Jetson loads up on a big left hand.
Jetson misses with a head kick.
Bakiyev scores with a hook.
Jetson fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bakiyev checks it well.
Jetson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jetson connects with a looping right hand.
Jetson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Jetson.
Bakiyev misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jetson is looking to slow Bakiyev down with leg kicks.
Jetson misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Jetson misses the jab.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Jetson.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A telegraphed right hand from Jetson misses the target.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Jetson avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Jetson is looking to chop away at Bakiyev's legs.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Jetson avoids it easily.
Jetson misses with a looping left.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Jetson is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Bakiyev throws a looping overhand right but Jetson ducks down to avoid it.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Jetson moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Jetson moves away.
Jetson misses with a body shot.
Jetson blocks a jab.
Jetson throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
A lazy body kick from Jetson
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Jetson swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Jetson throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A telegraphed right hand from Jetson misses the target. #T3#
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Jetson.
A telegraphed right hand from Bakiyev misses the target.
Bakiyev takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jetson tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Jetson looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Jetson tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Jetson throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jetson ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Jetson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Jetson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Jetson.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jetson with a body shot.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Jetson.
Jetson tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Bakiyev avoids a kick to the body.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Jetson.
Jetson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Jetson thinking.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Jetson.
Jetson avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jetson tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jetson misses with a hook
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jetson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jetson feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bakiyev's calf.
Jetson tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jetson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jetson throws a body shot but no joy.
Jetson misses with a looping left.
A jab from Jetson finds it's way through Bakiyev's defenses.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Riff Jetson dominated that round.
That's time! Jetson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Bakiyev throws a jab when Jetson was well out of range.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Jetson moves away and avoids it.
Jetson avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Jetson throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Jetson missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Jetson's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Jetson.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Jetson throws a leg kick that misses.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jetson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev defending well as Jetson loads up on a big left hand.
Jetson lands a jab.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Jetson's shoulder, as Jetson tries to avoid the shot.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A jab from Jetson finds it's way through Bakiyev's defenses. #T1#
Jetson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A leg kick checked by Bakiyev.
Jetson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jetson.
Jetson misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jetson lands a high kick!
Jetson cracks Bakiyev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Jetson scores with a jab. Bakiyev acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Jetson.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jetson misses with a hook.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Bakiyev might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Jetson has got the better of the exchanges.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jetson was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Jetson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Jetson.
Jetson delivers a nice body kick.#T2#
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev slips a jab from Jetson.
Jetson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jetson closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Jetson lands a slapping body shot.
Bakiyev moves away from the strike by Jetson.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jetson throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice defenses there by Jetson.
Jetson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Jetson misses with a kick to the body
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Jetson's ribs.
Jetson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Jetson ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.#T3#
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jetson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Jetson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Jetson is looking to chop away at Bakiyev's legs.
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jetson.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jetson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jetson is looking to clinch.
Jetson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jetson. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jetson was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
Jetson throws a nice inside leg kick. #T4#
Jetson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Riff Jetson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jetson throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A jab from Bakiyev does it's job there.
Bakiyev defending well as Jetson loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jetson.
Jetson lands with a hook. Bakiyev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Jetson loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Riff Jetson is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Jetson strikes.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Jetson's ribcage but misses.
A leg kick checked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A jab from Jetson misses.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Jetson tries to clinch
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Jetson motions for Bakiyev to come forward. Jetson throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Riff Jetson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Jetson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jetson looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Jetson moves out of range.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Jetson.
Bakiyev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Jetson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Jetson walks into a jab.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Jetson moves out of range.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jetson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A jab from Jetson misses.
Bakiyev walks into a stiff left hand from Jetson.#T1#
Jetson digs a good body shot into Bakiyev's ribs.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jetson was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Jetson blocks it.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Jetson throws a body kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jetson.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Jetson, right into the meat.
Jetson throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jetson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Jetson moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Jetson.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jetson manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick nicely.#T2#
Jetson misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Jetson slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot
and Jetson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Jetson forces Bakiyev back against the cage and clinches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Jetson tries to throw a body punch but Bakiyev avoids it by throwing Jetson back against the cage.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Jetson.
Jetson misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch.
Jetson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jetson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jetson. Jetson obviously looking to wear him down.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Jetson cracks Bakiyev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#T3#
Jetson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jetson. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Jetson.
Jetson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Jetson connects with a jab.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Jetson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
An inside leg kick from Jetson misses.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick nicely.
Bakiyev on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Jetson. Jetson obviously looking to wear him down.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Jetson throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target. #T4#
The fighters circling - Jetson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bakiyev's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jetson darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bakiyev has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Jetson.
Bakiyev lands with a cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jetson misses with an uppercut.
Jetson throws a low kick but Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Jetson tries to land a front kick but Bakiyev steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Jetson misses with a right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Jetson will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Jetson throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jetson.
Bakiyev gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jetson.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jetson. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Good standup being displayed there by Jetson as he connects with a hook.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jetson slips a jab from Bakiyev.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Showdown in the Downtown #9
Date: Feb 23, 2019

#R1#
Turner shoots and misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Turner shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bakiyev pinned against the cage. Bakiyev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Turner misses with a takedown attempt
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gap Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turner slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
Turner drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Turner drives through with a takedown into guard.
Turner throws a big right hand that misses.
Turner trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakiyev wants to stand up but Turner is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turner trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turner chips away with some ground and pound.
Bakiyev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Turner.
Turner trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Turner wants to pass the guard but Bakiyev is keeping the position.
Turner trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Turner missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Turner throwing strikes but missing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Turner accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #ES2#
Bakiyev manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Turner takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Turner dives in and grabs Bakiyev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bakiyev pushes down on Turner's head and hops out.
Turner fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev avoids it really well and circles away.#TD#
Turner feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#T2#
Bakiyev is looking to stand up but Turner isn't so interested in that idea.
Turner with a flurry of punches that miss.
Turner throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bakiyev works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Turner lands a couple of elbows.
Turner is working Bakiyev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turner trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
Bakiyev is looking to stand up but Turner isn't so interested in that idea.
Turner throwing strikes but missing. #T3#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Turner accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Turner is in close to Bakiyev's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Turner trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakiyev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turner tries to free his leg and advance position but Bakiyev is retaining full guard.
Turner throwing strikes from guard but Bakiyev blocks nicely.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turner wants to control from the top but Bakiyev keeps moving. #ES2#
Bakiyev wriggles free and stands up.
Turner shoots in but Bakiyev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bakiyev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Turner on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Turner with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Turner shoots in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Turner's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD#
Turner closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Bakiyev's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turner won't allow Bakiyev to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turner throws an elbow that misses. Bakiyev uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Turner's guard. Nice move by Bakiyev!#REVB##SU2#
Bakiyev stands up from Turner's guard - Bakiyev perhaps looking for a knockout.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Turner darts in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev gets double underhooks and turns Turner into the cage.
Turner will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bakiyev scores with a jab. Turner acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bakiyev misses with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev lands a lovely overhand right.
Turner gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Turner tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakiyev swivels and escapes.
Turner takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Turner misses with a straight right.
Bakiyev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bakiyev wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gap Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turner shoots in and drives through. Bakiyev sprawls well.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Turner avoids it with no problem.
Turner throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Turner is defended easily by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Turner's ribs.#T1#
Bakiyev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turner. #TD#
Turner drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Bakiyev is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Turner throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Bakiyev works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #ES2#
Bakiyev has one foot on Turner's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Turner goes for a double leg but Bakiyev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bakiyev continues to drive forward.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Turner.
A punch combination from Turner misses. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
Turner fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Nice sprawl there from Bakiyev as Turner shoots in.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Turner changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A big right from Bakiyev misses.
Turner fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev avoids it really well and circles away.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Turner avoids it with no problem.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Turner looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Turner shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Bakiyev slaps away a takedown attempt from Turner, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Turner misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Gap Turner is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Turner takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Turner with a poor takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Turner looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turner moves away.
Turner feinted with a counter takedown.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev scores with a crisp jab that stopped Turner in his tracks.
Turner with a poor takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Bakiyev as Turner shoots in.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bakiyev jabs Turner to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T4#
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Turner takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev lands with a straight right. Turner didn't see that one coming.
Bakiyev lunges at Turner with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Turner's hand.
Turner dives in and grabs Bakiyev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bakiyev pushes down on Turner's head and hops out.
Turner is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bakiyev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Turner with a body shot.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Turner's head.
A cross from Bakiyev lands.
Bakiyev cracks Turner with a right hand to the side of the head.
Turner misses with a takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turner.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev 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#
Turner's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bakiyev connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Turner scrambles back to his feet.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Turner tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bakiyev defends well and Turner ends up having to push Bakiyev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Turner tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bakiyev defends well and Turner ends up having to push Bakiyev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Turner doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Turner doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gap Turner. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bakiyev, as that shot connected.
Good shot there by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Bakiyev. No joy for Turner on that attempt.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Turner sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Turner. Turner circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Turner tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bakiyev defends well and Turner ends up having to push Bakiyev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Turner looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Turner misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Turner takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Turner moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Turner walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Turner tries for a takedown but Bakiyev circles away easily
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Turner shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bakiyev as he jumps to the side.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Turner fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Bakiyev cracks Turner with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T2#
Bakiyev tests Turner's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Turner has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bakiyev finds it's way round the side to connect with Turner's head.
Turner with a poor takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bakiyev works Turner's body with a nice hook.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Turner takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD#
Bakiyev gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Turner to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES2#
Bakiyev pushes Turner off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #T3#
Turner fails with the takedown
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev throws out a powerful jab.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Turner's ribs.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Turner is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bakiyev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Turner takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turner manages to avoid it.
Turner takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Turner rather than just go for the knockout.
Turner takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Turner takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
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!
Bakiyev jabs Turner to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Turner gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Turner moved out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Turner's ribcage but misses.
Turner thuds a left hand into Bakiyev's body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Turner avoids the punch easily.
Turner has his takedown stuffed
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 25:30
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 25:30
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 25:30

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

Event: AFC #36
Date: Feb 09, 2019

#R1#
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rojass jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev moves out of range as Rojas strikes.
Rojas bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rojas is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Rojas ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Rojas jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A cross from Bakiyev lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rojas misses with a hook
and Rojas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Rojas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.#T1#
Bakiyev misses with a hook
and Rojas counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rojas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rojas was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Bakiyev stuns Rojas with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
letting Rojas counter with a right hand.
Rojas walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Rojas swings widly with a right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Rojas misses with a looping left.
Bakiyev has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T2#
Rojas takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bakiyev punishes Rojas's body with a nice straight punch.
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!
Rojas throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Rojas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Rojas swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rojas misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rojas.#T3#
Rojas throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rojas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Bakiyev.
Rojas scores with the left hand. Bakiyev knows he should have avoided that one.
Rojas throws a big shot that misses.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rojas takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Rojas throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Rojas to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Rojas moves out of range.
Rojas is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Bakiyev has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rojas finds it's way round the side to connect with Bakiyev's head.
Rojas throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.
Rojas bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And Rojas counters with a quick kick to the body but Bakiyev blocks it.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot
and Rojas counters with a huge left! Bakiyev is in big trouble! He's backing up but Rojas isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Bakiyev from any more damage. A dominating finish by Rojas!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Emilio Rojas!
Our winner, Emilio Rojas, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CEFC Live 71
Date: Jan 15, 2019

#R1#
Sila throws a head kick that misses.
Sila misses the jab.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Sila with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bakiyev to score with a decent uppercut.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Afa Sila seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sila drops his hands momentarily and Bakiyev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sila throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev lands a jab to Sila's midsection.
A big right from Sila misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Sila misses with a low kick as Bakiyev jumps back.
Bakiyev misses with a left hand
and Sila counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.#T1#
Bakiyev swings for the body but Sila moves out of range.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sila takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sila throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Sila slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Sila moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Sila keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Sila uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Sila misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've been told by Sila's head coaches at whitey's gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Sila looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Sila walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sila fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
A big right from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Sila.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Donk. Bakiyev catches Sila right on the button with a cross.
A big left from Sila misses.
Sila scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sila motions for Bakiyev to come forward. Sila throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev walks into a stiff left hand from Sila.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Sila is just out of range.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sila throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Sila waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Sila keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bakiyev lands with a cross. #T3#
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Sila needs to keep his hands up - Bakiyev had a free shot at his head there.
Sila throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sila throws a right hand that Bakiyev ducks under and follows up with a left that Bakiyev also avoids with ease.
Bakiyev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Sila had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sila 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.
Sila lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sila moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Sila defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Sila defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Sila is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Sila throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Sila takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot. #T4#
Sila throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A telegraphed right hand from Bakiyev misses the target.
Sila misses with a right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sila throws out the jab.
Sila staying out of range there.
Sila tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Sila thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sila looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Sila avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Sila fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bakiyev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sila bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head.
Good leg kick by Sila there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Sila comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Sila.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sila loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev scores with the left hand. Sila knows he should have avoided that one.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sila uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Sila throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bakiyev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sila lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sila. Sila circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Sila might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sila sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sila looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#T1#
Sila lands with a kick to the ribs.
Bakiyev clobbers Sila with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Good exchange - Bakiyev coming out on top.
Sila bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sila throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Sila's ribcage but misses.
Sila throws a leg kick
and Sila takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sila throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev cracks Sila with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sila uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Sila scores with a jab.#T2#
Sila throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Sila thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Sila is out of range.
Sila throws a lazy head kick
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Sila swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sila gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sila. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev misses with a hook to the body
and Sila connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sila gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sila waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a jab to the body
and Sila connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sila has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T3#
Sila misses with a low kick.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Sila avoids it with no problem.
Sila darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
A low kick from Sila is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sila looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Sila throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev stuns Sila with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sila scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bakiyev sizes up Sila with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Sila.
Sila keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
Sila walks into a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sila motions for Bakiyev to come forward. Sila throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Sila throws a body kick.
Sila misses with a leg kick.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sila at a distance.
Sila misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Sila moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the leg kick from Sila.
Sila misses with a kick to the body.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sila with a body shot.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Sila is just out of range.
Sila tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Sila was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
It looked like Sila was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Sila's body. Sila takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Sila feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sila.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Good work by Bakiyev as he checks the leg kick.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Sila slips a jab from Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sila throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Sila lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bakiyev will feel that in the morning.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Sila does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sila throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sila throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sila with a body shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T1#
Sila throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Sila avoids it easily.
Sila digs a good hook to Bakiyev's body.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
Sila misses with a hook.
Sila drops his hands momentarily and Bakiyev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Sila misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sila throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Sila misses with a straight right.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev lands a head shot.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sila.
Sila walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bakiyev checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Afa Sila has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sila tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sila was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Sila lands with an uppercut that bounces Bakiyev off the cage and back into range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sila tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sila lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Sila thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bakiyev if he has to take too many more of those.
Nice uppercut there from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev blocks a low kick nicely.
Sila throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sila with a body shot.
Sila throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.#T3#
Sila misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sila scores with a shot to the body.
Sila loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bakiyev misses the jab.
It appears Sila was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bakiyev connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sila momentarily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Sila lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
Sila lands with a good body shot.
A jab lands there for Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Sila is just out of range.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body. #T4#
Sila misses with a wild combination.
Sila has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sila there as he acknowledges the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sila takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sila misses with the body kick
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sila misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Sila misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A left lands for Sila.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
During a confident post fight interview, Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Afa Sila was interviewed post fight and said 'Sorry Bro Gonna Win Next Fight Bro'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 144
Date: Dec 26, 2018

#R1#
Szczęsny fails with a takedown attempt.
Szczęsny misses with a low kick.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bakiyev sizes up Szczęsny with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Szczęsny connects with an inside leg kick.
Szczęsny throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Szczęsny's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a quick inside leg kick.
Victor Szczęsny seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Szczęsny misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T1#
Szczęsny throws out a leg kick but Bakiyev moves out of range and Szczęsny only half commits.
Szczęsny is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bakiyev misses with a hook
and Szczęsny counters with a slapping leg kick.
Szczęsny walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Szczęsny misses with a looping left.
Szczęsny tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Szczęsny avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Szczęsny misses.
Szczęsny throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Szczęsny fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bakiyev checks it well.
A head kick misses from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Szczęsny moves out of range.
Szczęsny doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right. #T2#
Szczęsny tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Szczęsny uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Szczęsny moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Szczęsny lands a leg kick that knocks Bakiyev off balance momentarily.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Szczęsny misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bakiyev tests Szczęsny's chin there with a solid looking shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
Szczęsny slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Szczęsny fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bakiyev looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T3#
Szczęsny swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Szczęsny blocks it.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Szczęsny takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Szczęsny tries a low kick but Bakiyev avoids it.
Szczęsny scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Szczęsny looks for the body kick but Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick nicely there.
Szczęsny chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Szczęsny throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Szczęsny.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Szczęsny takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T4#
Szczęsny avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Szczęsny looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Szczęsny sizes up Bakiyev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bakiyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Szczęsny counters with a slapping leg kick.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut
and Szczęsny counters with a series of strikes. Bakiyev will be more careful next time no doubt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Szczęsny swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Szczęsny misses the target.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Szczęsny with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Szczęsny is looking to clinch.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Szczęsny moves out of range.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up.
Szczęsny walks into a stiff left hand from Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev connects with a looping right hand.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Szczęsny throws a head kick that Bakiyev semi-blocks.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Szczęsny gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Szczęsny takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Szczęsny throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Szczęsny misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Szczęsny moves out of range of the strikes.
Szczęsny looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Szczęsny slips under a jab.#T1#
Szczęsny dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bakiyev. That did some damage!
Bakiyev swings for the body but Szczęsny moves out of range.
Szczęsny lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Szczęsny fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Szczęsny bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Szczęsny lands the left hand.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Szczęsny swinging wildly here.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick that misses.
Szczęsny takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Szczęsny tried to score with a low kick but Bakiyev checks it.#T2#
Bakiyev misses with a right hand
and Szczęsny counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Szczęsny throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Szczęsny blocks a jab.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
That kick from Szczęsny tenderised Bakiyev's leg. Bakiyev is trying to keep his angry face on.
Szczęsny uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T3#
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Szczęsny moves into range and connects with a jab.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick which misses Bakiyev's front leg but catches the back leg as Bakiyev tries to avoid it.
Bakiyev keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Szczęsny wants to land a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Szczęsny just misses with a punch to the body.
Szczęsny tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
Szczęsny throws a low kick but Bakiyev avoids it.
Szczęsny gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Szczęsny misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Szczęsny misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Szczęsny swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev gets cracked there but stands up to it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Victor Szczęsny will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Szczęsny fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bakiyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Szczęsny misses the shot to the body.
Jab from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Szczęsny is just out of range.#T1#
Szczęsny lands with an overhand left.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Szczęsny lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Good shot there by Bakiyev.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Szczęsny fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Szczęsny swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Szczęsny throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Szczęsny tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Szczęsny takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Szczęsny.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Szczęsny uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Szczęsny blocks it.
Szczęsny walks into a stiff left hand from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Szczęsny is just out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Szczęsny throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bakiyev.
Nice uppercut there from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny misses the body punch
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Szczęsny misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Szczęsny to counter with a crisp jab.
Szczęsny pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny digs a good body shot into Bakiyev's ribs.
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Szczęsny cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Szczęsny thumps Bakiyev with a low kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Szczęsny throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Szczęsny clobbers Bakiyev with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Szczęsny throws the kick towards the body but Bakiyev avoids it.
Szczęsny ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny has his takedown stuffed
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A lazy body kick from Szczęsny
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Szczęsny misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.

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 Toktogulovich Bakiyev.
Well Bakiyev has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:29
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: CEFC Fight Night 142
Date: Dec 08, 2018

#R1#
Good standup being displayed there by Bakiyev as he connects with a hook.
A shot to the body from Elkemenchi misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Elkemenchi blocks a jab.
Elkemenchi swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Elkemenchi avoids the punch easily.
Elkemenchi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Elkemenchi with a hook.
Elkemenchi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Elkemenchi scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
We've been told by Bakiyev's head coaches at Xtreme Fighting Systems that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Elkemenchi lands a nice shot that snaps Bakiyev's head back.
Elkemenchi fails with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Elkemenchi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Elkemenchi feints and as Bakiyev raises his hands in defense, Elkemenchi changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Elkemenchi throws a big right hand that misses.
Elkemenchi prevents Bakiyev from getting back to his feet.
Elkemenchi wants to pass the guard but Bakiyev is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##ES#
Bakiyev pushes Elkemenchi off and gets back to his feet.
Elkemenchi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Elkemenchi tries a quick counter leg kick but Bakiyev is wise to it.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Elkemenchi.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Elkemenchi manages to avoid it.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Elkemenchi looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Elkemenchi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab.
Elkemenchi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Elkemenchi.#T2#
Bakiyev stuns Elkemenchi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Elkemenchi connects with a body shot that sends Bakiyev's belly button to the back.
Elkemenchi misses with a straight left.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
A left lands for Elkemenchi.
Elkemenchi misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Elkemenchi's ribcage but misses.
Elkemenchi throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Elkemenchi lands a really nice looking cross but Bakiyev seems unphased.
Nice shot lands for Elkemenchi.
Evgeni Elkemenchi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Elkemenchi walks into a left hand. #T3#
Elkemenchi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Elkemenchi misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Elkemenchi looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Elkemenchi misses the target.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.#TD2#
Elkemenchi shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Bakiyev manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Elkemenchi stops Bakiyev from standing up.
Elkemenchi wants to stand and escape but instead Bakiyev has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Bakiyev wants to stand but Elkemenchi is controlling his posture from full guard.
Elkemenchi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Elkemenchi has his foot on Bakiyev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bakiyev works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Elkemenchi is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SU#
Bakiyev gets to his feet. Elkemenchi looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Elkemenchi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nice uppercut there from Elkemenchi.
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!
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Elkemenchi.
Elkemenchi lands a nice shot to the body.
Elkemenchi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Elkemenchi cracks Bakiyev with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Elkemenchi throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Bakiyev lands with a right hand.
Elkemenchi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakiyev swivels and escapes.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Elkemenchi's ribcage but misses.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Elkemenchi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Elkemenchi throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Elkemenchi throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Elkemenchi throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Elkemenchi throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Elkemenchi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Elkemenchi scores with a one two! Bakiyev had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev punishes Elkemenchi's body with a nice straight punch.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Elkemenchi thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Elkemenchi misses.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Elkemenchi moves out of range.
Bakiyev seems to have got his legs back now.
Elkemenchi scores with a nice strike.
Elkemenchi throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A head kick by Elkemenchi misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Elkemenchi misses with an uppercut
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Elkemenchi was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Elkemenchi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Elkemenchi swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Elkemenchi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A punch lands to the side of Elkemenchi 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2#
Elkemenchi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Elkemenchi's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Elkemenchi misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
A jab from Elkemenchi misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Elkemenchi.
Elkemenchi throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Elkemenchi misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Elkemenchi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bakiyev tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Elkemenchi. #T3#
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.
Elkemenchi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Elkemenchi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Elkemenchi gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Evgeni Elkemenchi!
Evgeni Elkemenchi really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 240
Date: Nov 21, 2018

#R1#
Bakiyev takes a swing at The Zealot's ribcage but misses.
It looked like The Zealot was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
The Zealot throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
The Zealot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The Zealot throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
The Zealot bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like The Zealot wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bakiyev takes a swing at The Zealot's ribcage but misses.
The Zealot looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
The Zealot scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Zealot was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from The Zealot.
The Zealot is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
The Zealot throws a right hand that misses
and The Zealot takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but The Zealot is just out of range.#CL#
The Zealot gets a clinch.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from The Zealot.
The Zealot scores with a nice hook to the head.
The Zealot misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
The Zealot working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for The Zealot.
The Zealot lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
The Zealot fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A jab from The Zealot misses.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The Zealot uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
The Zealot really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. The Zealot does a little dance to reset his feet.#T2#
A big right from Bakiyev misses.
The Zealot was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
The Zealot takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The fight stays on the outside here - The Zealot looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The Zealot tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The Zealot misses with a looping right.
Masada The Zealot seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The Zealot scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The Zealot is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but The Zealot moved out of range.
The Zealot staying out of range there.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot. #T3#
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
The Zealot tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The Zealot takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The Zealot uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and The Zealot counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
The Zealot tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.#CL#
The Zealot clinches up against the cage.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
The Zealot working aggressively here.
Bakiyev blocks a body shot from The Zealot.
The Zealot has Bakiyev pressed against the cage, preventing Bakiyev from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
The Zealot tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch. #T4#
The Zealot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. The Zealot moves away and avoids it.
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!
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
The Zealot throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
The Zealot throws out a powerful jab.
The Zealot is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
The Zealot drops his hands momentarily and Bakiyev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from The Zealot.
The Zealot takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bakiyev takes one to the side of the head.
The Zealot misses with a wild body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from The Zealot.
Nice cross by The Zealot.
The Zealot misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
The Zealot darts in and clinches Bakiyev up against the cage.#BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The Zealot wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The Zealot slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
The Zealot throwing a counter right hand but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
The Zealot lands a nice shot that snaps Bakiyev's head back.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by The Zealot!
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Zealot moves away.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The Zealot lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The Zealot connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The Zealot misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
The Zealot wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The Zealot lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakiyev circles away quickly and effectively.
The Zealot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The Zealot takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The Zealot lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
The Zealot keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The Zealot moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev swings for the body but The Zealot moves out of range. #CL#
The Zealot rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for The Zealot.
The Zealot tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
The Zealot looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Zealot.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The Zealot tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The Zealot throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
The Zealot gets a clinch.
A short left from The Zealot. #BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
The Zealot tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A slow jab from The Zealot misses its intended target.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down The Zealot rather than just go for the knockout.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The Zealot misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Nice defenses there by The Zealot.
A cross from Bakiyev lands.
The Zealot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but The Zealot is just out of range.
The Zealot slips a jab from Bakiyev.
The Zealot seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bakiyev lands the left hand.
The Zealot just misses with a punch to the body.
The Zealot works over Bakiyev's head and body with a nice combination.
The Zealot throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The Zealot throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev swings for the body but The Zealot moves out of range. #T4#
The Zealot misses with a series of wild punches.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The Zealot throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps The Zealot thinking.
The Zealot tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The Zealot is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
The Zealot throws a nice looking combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. The Zealot does a little dance to reset his feet.
The Zealot walks into a jab.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
A big left from The Zealot misses.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot that sends The Zealot's belly button to the back.
The Zealot looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
The Zealot was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
The Zealot misses with a left hand
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Masada The Zealot is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A punch combination from The Zealot misses.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but The Zealot is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Zealot moves away.
The Zealot rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The Zealot misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The Zealot tries to clinch up.#T1#
Bakiyev avoids a punch combination nicely.
The Zealot scores with a jab to the head.
The Zealot throws a body shot but no joy.
The Zealot closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from The Zealot misses the target.#CL#
The Zealot has taken the fight to the clinch.
The Zealot misses with a body punch.
A short uppercut from The Zealot. #BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
The Zealot misses with the combination.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The Zealot tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The Zealot looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Zealot manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but The Zealot uses good head movement to avoid it.
The Zealot misses with a straight right.
The Zealot looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but The Zealot manages to avoid it.
The Zealot swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
Bakiyev throws a body punch but The Zealot moves out of range.
The Zealot tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
The Zealot misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The Zealot lands with a shot to the body.
Masada The Zealot has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Zealot moves away.
Bakiyev throws a jab when The Zealot was well out of range.
The Zealot swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sloppy strikes from The Zealot. Those never looked like landing.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but The Zealot is out of range.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. The Zealot saw that one coming.
The Zealot misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The fighters circling - Bakiyev throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bakiyev throws a jab when The Zealot was well out of range.#T4#
The Zealot is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but The Zealot moves away.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but The Zealot is out of range.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The Zealot misses with a wild body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
The Zealot misses with a wild body shot.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from The Zealot.
The Zealot falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A shot to the liver by The Zealot. Beautiful body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bakiyev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CEFC 315
Date: Nov 03, 2018

#R1#
Szczęsny displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakiyev throws out the jab.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Szczęsny tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Szczęsny misses the jab.
Bakiyev cracks Szczęsny with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Victor Szczęsny seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Szczęsny misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Szczęsny lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bakiyev stuns Szczęsny with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Szczęsny does a little dance to reset his feet.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Szczęsny manages to avoid it.
Szczęsny throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Szczęsny connects with a body shot.
Szczęsny throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Szczęsny lands a nice hook to Bakiyev's body. Bakiyev takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Szczęsny's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Szczęsny darts in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev gets double underhooks and turns Szczęsny into the cage.
Szczęsny tried to score with a low kick but Bakiyev checks it.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
Szczęsny was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Szczęsny connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bakiyev. Bakiyev circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A head kick misses from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Szczęsny was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Szczęsny manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bakiyev checks it well.
Szczęsny avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Szczęsny rushes Bakiyev and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Szczęsny tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bakiyev avoids it.#BC#
Bakiyev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev throws a right hand that misses
and Szczęsny cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Szczęsny lands with an uppercut that bounces Bakiyev off the cage and back into range.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Szczęsny tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fighters circling - Szczęsny throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Szczęsny throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Szczęsny pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Szczęsny keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Szczęsny staying out of range there.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Szczęsny! But no joy.
Szczęsny ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T4#
Bakiyev misses with a looping right.
Szczęsny misses with a hook.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Szczęsny scores with a spinning back kick!
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
Szczęsny misses with a low kick.
Szczęsny uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Szczęsny throws a quick inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Szczęsny manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Szczęsny tries a quick counter leg kick but Bakiyev is wise to it.
Szczęsny throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Victor Szczęsny will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut. Szczęsny saw that one coming.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Szczęsny's ribcage but misses.
Szczęsny ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a lunging right hand
and Szczęsny counters with a nice kick to the body.
Szczęsny lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Szczęsny lands with a nice combination. Bakiyev backs away looking to recover.
A combination from Szczęsny does no damage.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Szczęsny manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Szczęsny lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bakiyev throws a poor cross that misses
and Szczęsny counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Szczęsny scores with a body shot. #T1#
Szczęsny tries to work over Bakiyev's front leg with a kick but Bakiyev checks it.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Szczęsny.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bakiyev there as he acknowledges the shot.
Szczęsny swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Szczęsny looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Szczęsny throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Szczęsny is just out of range.
Szczęsny throws a fast counter high kick but Bakiyev manages to duck under it in time.
Szczęsny misses with a body punch
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Szczęsny appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Jab from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #T2#
Szczęsny throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.
Szczęsny has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Szczęsny throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
Szczęsny misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
The crowd cheers as Szczęsny lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bakiyev doesn't seem phased though.
Szczęsny fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Szczęsny is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Szczęsny lands a nice looking kick to the body. Bakiyev takes a step back to recover.
Szczęsny uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev. #T3#
Szczęsny misses with an uppercut.
Szczęsny looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut
and Szczęsny counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
Szczęsny cracks Bakiyev with a good jab.
Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bakiyev's head backwards.
Szczęsny is looking to score with low kicks.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Szczęsny is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Szczęsny's head but Szczęsny sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Szczęsny ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Bakiyev blocks the body kick.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a right hand that misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Szczęsny throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Szczęsny misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bakiyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Bakiyev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Szczęsny moved out of range nicely.
Szczęsny connects with an inside leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Victor Szczęsny showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Szczęsny misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Szczęsny's ribcage but misses.
Szczęsny goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Szczęsny 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.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Szczęsny was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny lands a right hook to the body.
Szczęsny missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Szczęsny throws a leg kick
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Szczęsny. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Szczęsny tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Szczęsny throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1#
A jab from Szczęsny misses.
Szczęsny throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Szczęsny uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Szczęsny tries to clinch up.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Szczęsny swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Szczęsny manages to avoid it.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
A left lands for Szczęsny.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
Bakiyev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Szczęsny.
Szczęsny swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Szczęsny tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
A good leg kick by Szczęsny.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Szczęsny strikes.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Szczęsny.
Szczęsny throws a lazy uppercut
and Szczęsny takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Szczęsny misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bakiyev chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Szczęsny can pounce on him. #TD2#
Szczęsny feints and as Bakiyev raises his hands in defense, Szczęsny changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Szczęsny wants to control from the top but Bakiyev keeps moving.
Szczęsny must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3##ES#
Bakiyev has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Szczęsny is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC#
Bakiyev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Szczęsny with a hook.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Szczęsny moves out of range.
Szczęsny misses with a takedown
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Szczęsny is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Szczęsny was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Szczęsny avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Szczęsny throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.#T4#
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Szczęsny moves away.
Szczęsny loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Szczęsny ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Victor Szczęsny is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Szczęsny scores with a shot to the body.
Szczęsny changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Szczęsny looks to throw a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev blocks a leg kick.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Szczęsny ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Victor Szczęsny.
I've got Szczęsny winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Victor Szczęsny!
Victor Szczęsny opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see.

Event: CEFC 312
Date: Oct 20, 2018

#R1#
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Komaroff.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Komaroff gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Komaroff moves out of range.
Komaroff tries to bum rush Bakiyev with a series of wild strikes but Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev drops his hands momentarily and Komaroff takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Komaroff cracks Bakiyev with a good jab.
Vasili Komaroff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Komaroff takes the fight into the clinch.
Komaroff with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Bakiyev prevents a takedown attempt there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short left from Komaroff.
Komaroff definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#BC2#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch.
Komaroff jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Komaroff throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1##CL#
Komaroff closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Komaroff wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Komaroff is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Komaroff with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vasili Komaroff. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Komaroff misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev jabs at Komaroff's body.
Bakiyev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CL#
Komaroff gets a clinch.
Komaroff tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Komaroff goes for a takedown in the clinch but Bakiyev prevents it.
Komaroff misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Knees in the clinch landing for Komaroff.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Komaroff keeps control of Bakiyev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Komaroff manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Komaroff struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands. #BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Komaroff closes the distance and pushes Bakiyev back into the cage.
Komaroff tries a body shot but Bakiyev blocks it.
Komaroff misses with a knee strike. #TD#
Komaroff turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Komaroff looking to control but instead Bakiyev has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T3#
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up but Komaroff is controlling him
Komaroff trying to mount his opponent but Bakiyev defends it.
Komaroff throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bakiyev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Komaroff.
Komaroff seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bakiyev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Komaroff wants to pass to mount but Bakiyev is defending the position.
Komaroff with the ground and pound but Bakiyev uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Komaroff is working Bakiyev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Komaroff missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet but Komaroff is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Komaroff working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Komaroff from controlling successfully.
Komaroff lands a couple of elbows.
Komaroff trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Komaroff prevents Bakiyev from getting back to his feet.
Komaroff wants to control from the top but Bakiyev keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Komaroff connects with a body shot that sends Bakiyev's belly button to the back.
Komaroff tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Komaroff waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vasili Komaroff dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Good leg kick by Komaroff there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Komaroff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Jab, jab by Komaroff - just one landing.
Komaroff misses with a takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Komaroff thinking.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Komaroff is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bakiyev can do to turn this around?
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bakiyev as he avoids it easily.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Komaroff rather than just go for the knockout.
Komaroff tries to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Komaroff chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Komaroff takes a jab right on the kisser.
Komaroff looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Komaroff swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Komaroff misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Komaroff lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Komaroff fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vasili Komaroff. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Komaroff swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Komaroff takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Komaroff takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Komaroff thumps Bakiyev with a low kick.
Komaroff tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Komaroff tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Komaroff wants to clinch.
Komaroff throws a right and a left that Bakiyev avoids nicely.
Komaroff gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Komaroff throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Komaroff throws a low kick but Bakiyev avoids it.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
A big right from Komaroff misses.
Komaroff misses with a body shot.
Komaroff throws a poor cross that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Komaroff takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev slaps away a takedown attempt from Komaroff, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Komaroff missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Komaroff throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev walks into a stiff left hand from Komaroff.
Bakiyev keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Komaroff with a body shot.
A cross from Bakiyev lands.
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Komaroff turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T3#
Komaroff is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bakiyev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Komaroff darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Komaroff misses with a takedown attempt
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev ducks right into an uppercut from Komaroff.
Komaroff throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Komaroff feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES2#
Bakiyev pushes Komaroff off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Komaroff tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakiyev swivels and escapes.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Komaroff shoots in but no luck this time.
Komaroff looks to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Komaroff closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Komaroff throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Komaroff takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Komaroff doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Decent striking displayed by Komaroff there.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Komaroff's body.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A low kick from Komaroff is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Komaroff with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Komaroff throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Komaroff moves in looking to clinch but Bakiyev pushes him off.
Bakiyev lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A low kick from Komaroff is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Komaroff looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
That kick from Komaroff tenderised Bakiyev's leg. Bakiyev is trying to keep his angry face on.
Komaroff on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Komaroff scores with a nice strike.
Komaroff looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Komaroff fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Komaroff has his takedown stuffed
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Komaroff misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Komaroff misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Komaroff tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Komaroff gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bakiyev throws a good cross that connects.
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!
Komaroff misses with a body kick.#T1#
Komaroff avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Komaroff tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Komaroff with a body shot.
Bakiyev throws a jab when Komaroff was well out of range.
Komaroff gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vasili Komaroff. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Komaroff throws a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it.
Bakiyev's corner calls for a 1-2. Bakiyev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Komaroff misses with a series of wild punches.
Komaroff gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Komaroff throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Komaroff's ribcage but misses.
Komaroff tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakiyev swivels and escapes.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.#T2##TD#
Bakiyev tries to sprawl but Komaroff drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Bakiyev has one foot on Komaroff's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fight stays on the outside here - Komaroff looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A combination from Komaroff does no damage.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Komaroff moves forwards but Bakiyev connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Komaroff feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Jab, jab by Bakiyev - just one landing.
Komaroff shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Komaroff keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Komaroff will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T3#
Komaroff takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Komaroff misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Komaroff throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Komaroff tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Komaroff closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Komaroff darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Komaroff.
Komaroff misses with a takedown attempt
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Komaroff fails with the takedown
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body. #T4#
Komaroff tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Komaroff misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Komaroff closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Komaroff was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Komaroff tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Komaroff tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Komaroff shoots and misses
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Komaroff shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev shows good takedown defense.
Bakiyev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Komaroff on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Komaroff on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bakiyev 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 28:29
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A victorious Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Vasili Komaroff had this to say: 'In the eyes of myself, I won this fight. In the eyes of God, I won this fight.'.

Event: CEFC Fight Night 236
Date: Oct 03, 2018

#R1#
Kazakov darts in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev gets double underhooks and turns Kazakov into the cage.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bakiyev misses with a body punch
and Kazakov counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Kazakov's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kazakov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kazakov.
Kazakov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kazakov avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bakiyev throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Kazakov counters with a shoot takedown. Bakiyev fights it but they end up in guard. #T1##SUB#
Kazakov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bakiyev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kazakov.
Bakiyev wants to stand but Kazakov is controlling the position.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Kazakov tries to pass.
Bakiyev being controlled here, momentarily. #ES2#
Bakiyev kicks Kazakov off and gets to his feet.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Kazakov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kazakov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T2#
Kazakov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vasilliy Kazakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bakiyev sizes up Kazakov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kazakov rather than just go for the knockout.
Kazakov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Kazakov is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Bakiyev connects with a right hand. Kazakov shakes it off.#T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kazakov shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kazakov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Kazakov misses with a takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Kazakov's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kazakov manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nice defenses there by Kazakov.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice takedown defense from Bakiyev. No joy for Kazakov on that attempt.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Kazakov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kazakov attempts a counter takedown but Bakiyev avoids it well and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
A counter left hand to the body from Kazakov misses its target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kazakov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Kazakov is just out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice defenses there by Kazakov.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kazakov moves away.
Kazakov feinted with a counter takedown.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
Kazakov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Kazakov moves out of range.
Bakiyev throws a right hand that misses
and Kazakov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bakiyev thinking.
Kazakov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T1#
Bakiyev lands a jab to Kazakov's midsection.
Kazakov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Kazakov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and moves away.
Kazakov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
Kazakov defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kazakov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kazakov misses with a takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Kazakov darts in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev gets double underhooks and turns Kazakov into the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev lands a body shot.
Bakiyev lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kazakov has time to react.
Kazakov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Kazakov walks into a straight right hand from Bakiyev.
Kazakov throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Kazakov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kazakov moves away.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kazakov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Kazakov moves away and avoids it.
Kazakov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Kazakov is out of range.
Kazakov attempts a counter takedown but Bakiyev avoids it well and moves away.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T4#
Kazakov blocks a jab.
Kazakov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kazakov throws a body shot but no joy.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Kazakov's defenses.
Kazakov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev lands with a cross.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Kazakov.
Kazakov dives in for a single leg takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vasilliy Kazakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kazakov shoots in and drives through. Bakiyev sprawls well.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kazakov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bakiyev's waist but Bakiyev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kazakov off to one side.
Kazakov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Kazakov moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Kazakov ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev cracks Kazakov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bakiyev stuns Kazakov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kazakov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.#T1#
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Kazakov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
A quick step to the side and Kazakov tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bakiyev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Kazakov counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kazakov controlling the pace. #SUB#
Kazakov is looking for a kimura but Bakiyev is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kazakov to get the leverage.
Kazakov is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Kazakov won't allow Bakiyev to get back to his feet.
Vasilliy Kazakov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kazakov is looking to work some ground and pound but Bakiyev has wrist control.
Kazakov looking to pass the guard.
Bakiyev is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kazakov is controlling him. #SUB#
Kazakov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bakiyev dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Bakiyev wants to get up but he can't break Kazakov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Kazakov looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Bakiyev has picked Kazakov up and slammed him! Kazakov can't keep hold of the triangle and Bakiyev manages to pass to side control!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
You can see the frustration on Kazakov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Bakiyev stands up.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Kazakov's ribs.#T3#
Kazakov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kazakov manages to avoid it.#TD#
Kazakov shoots in and gets a takedown into Bakiyev's guard.#T4#
Bakiyev wants to stand but Kazakov is controlling the position.
Bakiyev keeping moving, preventing Kazakov from controlling successfully.
Kazakov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#ES2#
Bakiyev has his feet on Kazakov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bakiyev lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Kazakov's defenses.
Kazakov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 26:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 26:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CEFC 306
Date: Sep 15, 2018

#R1#
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rawlings. That's going to slow Bakiyev down.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rawlings.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rawlings manages to avoid it.
Rawlings half committed to a counter leg kick.
We've been hearing reports that Rawlings has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but Rawlings slips the punch.
A little feinted left hand from Rawlings on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rawlings takes one on the button.
Bakiyev misses with a right hand
and Rawlings counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Rawlings was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rawlings cracks Bakiyev with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Rawlings moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Rawlings misses the target.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Rawlings.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Rawlings throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rawlings fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bakiyev checks it well.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Rawlings slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Rawlings misses the target.
Bakiyev slaps away a takedown attempt from Rawlings, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2#
Rawlings moves out of range of the strikes.
A big left from Bakiyev misses.
Rawlings changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Rawlings appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rawlings.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rawlings moves away.
Rawlings uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rawlings throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a hook.
Bakiyev walks into a straight right hand from Rawlings.#T3#
Rawlings missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rawlings looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Rawlings takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bakiyev catches Rawlings with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Rawlings moves out of range.
Bakiyev misses with a body punch
and Rawlings counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rawlings shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Rawlings moves out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev ducks right into an uppercut from Rawlings.
Rawlings throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T4#
Rawlings tries to work over Bakiyev's front leg with a kick but Bakiyev checks it.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rawlings avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice jab there from Bakiyev.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Rawlings.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Rawlings.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rawlings looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rawlings.
It looked like Rawlings was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rawlings throws a series of punches but Bakiyev avoids them all with ease.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rawlings avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Rawlings's ribs.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Rawlings ducked under it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev with a nice cross.
Rawlings misses with a wild body shot.
Rawlings uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev. #T1#
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Rawlings misses the target.
Rawlings throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Rawlings might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Rawlings throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev throws a looping overhand right but Rawlings ducks down to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rawlings stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've been informed that Bakiyev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Rawlings's body.
Rawlings misses with a hook
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target. #T2#
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rawlings was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Rawlings scores with a jab to the jaw.
Rawlings moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Bakiyev misses with a hook. Rawlings ducked under it nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rawlings jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev throws a lazy uppercut
letting Rawlings counter with a right hand.
Nice defenses there by Rawlings.
Rawlings has his takedown stuffed
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand. #T3#
Rawlings throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Rawlings goes for a double leg but Bakiyev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bakiyev continues to drive forward.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Rawlings's defenses.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Rawlings is just out of range.
Rawlings takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T4#
Bakiyev throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Rawlings's body. Rawlings takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rawlings doesn't seem bothered though.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rawlings shoots in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rawlings's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Rawlings avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Reno Rawlings. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Rawlings keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rawlings was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Rawlings takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rawlings takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Rawlings connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rawlings shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bakiyev pinned against the cage. Bakiyev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Rawlings.
Rawlings looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.#T1#
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
enabling Rawlings to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rawlings throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rawlings with a jab.
Rawlings throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Rawlings moves out of range.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rawlings goes for a double leg but Bakiyev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bakiyev continues to drive forward.
Bakiyev connects with the punch.#T2#
Rawlings avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Rawlings's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rawlings was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
A swing and a miss from Rawlings.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rawlings ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Rawlings's corner calls for a 1-2. Rawlings obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
Rawlings misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jab, jab by Bakiyev - just one landing.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rawlings counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rawlings was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Rawlings uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Good standup being displayed there by Bakiyev as he connects with a hook.
Rawlings keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rawlings was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Rawlings rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rawlings lands a jab.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Rawlings gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rawlings swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheers as Bakiyev lands an impressive looking overhand right. Rawlings doesn't seem phased though.
Rawlings fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Reno Rawlings has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Reno Rawlings. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 William Peck scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A relieved looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Reno Rawlings stepped up to the mic, saying '(Dracul laughs... he then disapears.)'.

Event: CEFC Sunday Night Fights 3
Date: Aug 26, 2018

#R1#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Santana throws a sloppy body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Santana throws a sloppy body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Santana.
Bakiyev connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Santana scores with a nice head shot.
Santana jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Santana moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Santana is looking to land body kicks.
Bakiyev defending well as Santana loads up on a big left hand.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Santana jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev ducks right into an uppercut from Santana.
Santana with a nice cross.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Santana misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Santana throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Santana loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.#T1#
Santana misses with a low kick.
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Antonio Santana seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Santana lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bakiyev moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Santana moves away.
Bakiyev walks into a stiff left hand from Santana.
Santana is looking to chop away at Bakiyev's legs.
Bakiyev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Santana misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Santana.
Santana misses with a looping left.
We've been told by Santana's head coaches at Doherty's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev swings for the body but Santana moves out of range.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Santana.
Bakiyev is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Santana rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Santana looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
A shot to the body from Santana misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Santana thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Santana lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bakiyev circles away quickly and effectively.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Santana tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Santana throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Santana.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Santana.
Santana avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Santana misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Jab by Santana.
Bakiyev cracks Santana with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bakiyev takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy right hand. Santana should have avoided that one.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Santana moves out of range.
Santana waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Bakiyev takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Santana looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Santana misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
A shot to the liver by Santana. Beautiful body shot.
Santana thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Santana was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Santana throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.
Santana scores with a head kick.
Santana throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Santana swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Santana misses the jab.
Santana throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Santana ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.#T4#
Bakiyev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Sloppy strikes from Santana. Those never looked like landing.
Santana takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Santana throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Santana tried to score with a low kick but Bakiyev checks it.
Santana scores with a hook to the body. Bakiyev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Santana throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Santana takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Santana thumps Bakiyev with a low kick.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Santana throws a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Santana looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Santana throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Bakiyev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bakiyev there as he acknowledges the shot.
Santana fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bakiyev looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Antonio Santana dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Santana misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev moves away from the strike by Santana.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Santana throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A low kick from Santana is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Santana connects with a body shot.
Antonio Santana is winning the standup battle so far.
Santana tries to land a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Santana tried to score with a low kick but Bakiyev checks it.
The fighters circling - Santana throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A lazy body kick from Santana
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Santana throws a shot to the body.
A jab from Santana misses.
Santana jabs Bakiyev to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Santana thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Santana feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T1#
Santana misses with a left hand
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
Santana stalks Bakiyev and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bakiyev's face. Bakiyev staggers backwards, shaken.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Santana finish him?
Santana throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Nice defenses there by Santana.
Bakiyev looks up at the clock. Bad move! Santana lands a right hand from hell, dropping Bakiyev. Santana pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Antonio Santana!
A very excited looking Antonio Santana made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: MMMA 89 Kocur vs Grossweiner
Date: Aug 12, 2018

#R1#
Lynn misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick nicely there.
Lynn misses with the combination.
Lynn uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bakiyev has time to react.
Lynn throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lynn sizes up Bakiyev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Lynn misses with a straight right.
Lynn throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
A head kick by Lynn misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lynn. Lynn obviously looking to wear him down.
Lynn misses the body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Lynn misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bakiyev with a nice cross.
Lynn connects with a leg kick. Bakiyev looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Lynn scores with a jab to the head.
Lynn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bakiyev misses the jab.#TD#
Lynn closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bakiyev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Lynn scores with a couple of nice shots.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Lynn is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bakiyev is just riding it out for now. Lynn eventually gives up the hold.
Bakiyev is still in real trouble! Can Lynn finish him?
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up but Lynn is controlling him
Bakiyev wants to stand back up but Lynn manages to pass into side control.
Bakiyev seems to have recovered his senses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Bakiyev is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Lynn is controlling him well.
Lynn tries to advance to mount but Bakiyev instead regains half guard.
Lynn is looking to advance position but Bakiyev won't allow it.
Lynn is working hard here to advance position.
Lynn landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Bakiyev is trying to stand. #T3#
Lynn looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Bakiyev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Lynn slips a nice elbow through Bakiyev's hands, connecting with Bakiyev's forehead.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.
Bakiyev has hold of Lynn's hands but Lynn slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Lynn seems to be looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet.
Lynn wants to free his trapped foot but Bakiyev is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bakiyev looks like he's trying to stand up. #T4#
Lynn thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bakiyev's head.
Lynn trying to pass the guard but Bakiyev defending well.
Lynn prevents Bakiyev from standing back up.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Bakiyev on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Bakiyev is trying to stand back up but Lynn is controlling him
Lynn lands with a punch from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Lynn dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Lynn moved out of range nicely.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Lynn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bakiyev can do to turn this around?
Bakiyev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lynn takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bakiyev stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Lynn.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Lynn moved out of range.
A big right from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lynn manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Lynn does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Lynn misses its target.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Lynn.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Lynn does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Bakiyev misses. #T1#
Lynn bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lynn slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sloppy strikes from Lynn. Those never looked like landing. #CL#
Bakiyev gets tackled into the cage by Lynn. Lynn maintains the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev can't break the clinch.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch.
Lynn takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Lynn.
A good leg kick by Lynn.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Lynn.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Lynn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Lynn moves out of range.
Bakiyev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lynn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lynn thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lynn with a body shot.
Lynn missing with a left hand there. Bakiyev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bakiyev jabs Lynn to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Jack Lynn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lynn lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lynn throws a low kick but Bakiyev avoids it.
Lynn misses with a body kick.
Lynn lands a jab to the nose.
Lynn darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Lynn connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lynn tries to clinch but Bakiyev moves away
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lynn thinking.
Lynn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev. #T3#
Lynn takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A low kick from Lynn misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lynn misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A big right from Lynn misses.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lynn stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Jab from Lynn.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut.
Lynn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lynn is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Lynn closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bakiyev with a nice cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lynn throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Lynn's shoulder, as Lynn tries to avoid the shot.
Lynn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lynn tries to bum rush Bakiyev with a series of wild strikes but Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lynn.
Lynn is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Lynn.
A little jabbing left from Bakiyev on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lynn swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lynn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lynn looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bakiyev, as that shot connected.
Lynn swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lynn at a distance.
Bakiyev's corner calls for a 1-2. Bakiyev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Lynn with a jab.
Lynn cracks Bakiyev with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Bakiyev tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Lynn pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Bakiyev is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Lynn!
Our winner, Jack Lynn, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: MMMA 84 Kelly Vs Kocur
Date: Jul 08, 2018

#R1#
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lopez at a distance.
Lopez lands a leg kick that knocks Bakiyev off balance momentarily.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Bakiyev connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A swing and a miss from Lopez.
Lopez throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Lopez lands with a shot to the body.
Lopez getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Lopez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lopez throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev with a jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Lopez. That snapped Bakiyev's head back.
Bakiyev rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lopez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lopez misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Lopez misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lopez misses with a low kick.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.
Bakiyev throws a looping overhand right but Lopez ducks down to avoid it.
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bakiyev lands a jab.
Lopez misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lopez lunges at Bakiyev with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bakiyev's hand. #ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev throws a right hand that misses
and Lopez counters with a huge left! Bakiyev is in big trouble! He's backing up but Lopez isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Bakiyev from any more damage. A dominating finish by Lopez!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cruz Lopez!
During a confident post fight interview, Cruz Lopez thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: MMMA 80 Kelly Vs Kahn
Date: Jun 10, 2018

#R1#
Huia throws an off balance right hand
and Huia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bakiyev connects with a looping right hand.
Huia throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Huia darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Huia throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Huia moves out of range.
Huia closes the distance looking to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A lazy left from Bakiyev finds it's target.
Huia misses with a series of wild punches.
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!
Huia on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Jab by Huia.#T1#
Huia throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Huia misses the jab.
Huia waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Huia throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Huia thinking.
Huia connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
Bakiyev defending well as Huia loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Huia jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Huia lands a head shot.#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev avoids a punch combination nicely.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Huia cracks Bakiyev with a hook to the temple - Bakiyev is on wobbly legs here! Huia swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Bakiyev falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Huia wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tane Huia!
Tane Huia took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'And then Vivec withdrew into the hidden places and found the darkest mothers of the MORAG TONG, taking them all to wife and filling them with undusted loyalty that tasted of summer salt.'.

Event: CEC 584
Date: Apr 25, 2018

#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Khaan 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL2#
Khaan rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the cage.
Khaan tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Bakiyev smiles and moves away.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with the left hand. Khaan knows he should have avoided that one.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.#TD2#
Khaan looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bakiyev!
Khaan misses with the ground and pound.
Bakiyev is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Khaan asserts his dominance and retains side control.#ES#
Bakiyev sneaks out the side door and pushes Khaan away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Khaan.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Khaan.
Khaan misses with a looping left.
Khaan misses with a looping left.#T1#
Khaan avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Khaan misses with a jab, cross combination.
Khaan is looking to clinch.
Bakiyev is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Khaan.
Khaan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Khaan fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev avoids it really well and circles away.
Khaan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Khaan throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Bakiyev's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Khaan dives in looking to finish as Bakiyev flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Khaan's strikes! Khaan is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Bakiyev's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Bakiyev was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chinggis Khaan!
After the fight, Chinggis Khaan was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CEC 578
Date: Mar 28, 2018

#R1##TD#
Al Ahwei shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Bakiyev napping and manages to drive through into side control!#ES2#
Bakiyev throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Ahwei was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Al Ahwei thumps Bakiyev with a low kick.
Farouk Al Ahwei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Al Ahwei throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Al Ahwei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Al Ahwei on the side of the head.
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!
Al Ahwei gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Al Ahwei avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Al Ahwei misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Al Ahwei sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Al Ahwei is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Al Ahwei dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Al Ahwei takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Al Ahwei uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
The fight stays on the outside here - Al Ahwei looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Al Ahwei pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bakiyev takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Al Ahwei misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Al Ahwei misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Al Ahwei avoids it with no problem.#TD#
Bakiyev gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Al Ahwei stops Bakiyev from standing up.
Al Ahwei trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Al Ahwei showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2##ES2#
Bakiyev pushes Al Ahwei off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
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!
Bakiyev takes one on the button.
Al Ahwei misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Al Ahwei misses the target.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A left lands for Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bakiyev is fending him off so far but Al Ahwei persists. Nope, Bakiyev circles away and we're back to standing.
Al Ahwei tries to land a front kick but Bakiyev steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Al Ahwei pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot that sends Al Ahwei's belly button to the back.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Al Ahwei's body.#T3#
Al Ahwei lands a nice shot that snaps Bakiyev's head back.
Al Ahwei uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
It looked like Al Ahwei was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Al Ahwei looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Al Ahwei just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.
Al Ahwei tries to move into range but Bakiyev moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Al Ahwei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Al Ahwei rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bakiyev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Al Ahwei misses the jab.
Al Ahwei fails with the takedown
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Al Ahwei manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Al Ahwei manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Al Ahwei has his takedown stuffed
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Farouk Al Ahwei. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Al Ahwei shoots in but Bakiyev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Al Ahwei misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev jabs at Al Ahwei's body.
Bakiyev lands a head shot.#KD#
A head kick lands from Al Ahwei that sends Bakiyev to the canvas. Bakiyev tries to scramble back to his feet but Al Ahwei brings him back down into side control. #ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Toktogulovich Bakiyev has been cut.
The referee asks Al Ahwei politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Al Ahwei prefers to stall for the moment though.
Bakiyev is still in real trouble! Can Al Ahwei finish him?
Bakiyev wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Al Ahwei trying to control the position but Bakiyev is working away.
We've been hearing good reports from Al Ahwei's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Al Ahwei tries for a kimura but Bakiyev is defending well. #SUB#
Al Ahwei thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Al Ahwei is looking to take a break and control but Bakiyev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Toktogulovich Bakiyev's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Some bone on bone action there as Bakiyev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bakiyev seems to have recovered his senses.
Al Ahwei lands a jab-cross combination.
Al Ahwei throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Al Ahwei tries to clinch up but Bakiyev circles away and keeps his distance.
Bakiyev slaps away a takedown attempt from Al Ahwei, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Al Ahwei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Al Ahwei's ribs.
Al Ahwei ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Ahwei lands with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Al Ahwei misses with an uppercut.
Al Ahwei throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the head. #T1#
Al Ahwei throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Al Ahwei misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Al Ahwei misses with a hook.
Al Ahwei throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Al Ahwei misses with a left hand
and Al Ahwei takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Al Ahwei is just out of range.
Al Ahwei throws a leg kick that misses.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Al Ahwei.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bakiyev walks into a straight right hand from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Al Ahwei.
Bakiyev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bakiyev lands a jab to Al Ahwei's midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab. #T2#
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Bakiyev stuffs the takedown.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Al Ahwei avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Al Ahwei manages to avoid it.
Al Ahwei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Al Ahwei misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Some bone on bone action there as Bakiyev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Al Ahwei shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bakiyev pinned against the cage. Bakiyev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Farouk Al Ahwei. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Al Ahwei ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Al Ahwei is looking to counter punch.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Al Ahwei.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Al Ahwei was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev jabs at Al Ahwei's body.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Al Ahwei moves away.
Al Ahwei drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and moves away.#T3#
Al Ahwei misses with a body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Al Ahwei throws a big shot that misses.
Al Ahwei misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Al Ahwei's ribcage but misses.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Al Ahwei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Al Ahwei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Al Ahwei tries to clinch up.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Al Ahwei doesn't seem bothered though.
A telegraphed right hand from Bakiyev misses the target.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Al Ahwei's ribs.#T4#
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Al Ahwei throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bakiyev lands a lovely overhand right.
Al Ahwei looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Al Ahwei is just out of range.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Al Ahwei throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bakiyev's waist but Bakiyev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Al Ahwei off to one side.
Al Ahwei with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bakiyev to score with a decent uppercut.
Al Ahwei fails with a takedown attempt.
Al Ahwei wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Farouk Al Ahwei is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Al Ahwei is just out of range.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Al Ahwei's head but Al Ahwei sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Al Ahwei is looking to counter punch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Toktogulovich Bakiyev's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Al Ahwei tries for a takedown but Bakiyev circles away easily
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Al Ahwei lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Al Ahwei throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Al Ahwei fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev avoids it really well and circles away.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Al Ahwei bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Al Ahwei slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Al Ahwei changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bakiyev tries to avoid it but Al Ahwei manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bakiyev to the ground. Bakiyev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Farouk Al Ahwei. 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.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Al Ahwei's body.#TD#
Al Ahwei gets a takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet. #T1#
Al Ahwei tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bakiyev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Bakiyev wants to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Bakiyev has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Al Ahwei is on him like a limpet, forcing Bakiyev back against the cage.
Al Ahwei tries to break the clinch but Bakiyev is controlling the position.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch but Al Ahwei keeps him there for the moment.
Al Ahwei has Bakiyev pressed against the cage.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Al Ahwei is controlling him.
Farouk Al Ahwei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##BC#
Al Ahwei pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Al Ahwei on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Al Ahwei throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Al Ahwei.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
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!
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev lands a body shot.
Al Ahwei throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Al Ahwei on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T3#
Al Ahwei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A jab lands there for Bakiyev.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Al Ahwei.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Al Ahwei doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Al Ahwei swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Al Ahwei throws an off balance right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a nice strike.
Al Ahwei takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev lands with an uppercut that bounces Al Ahwei off the cage and back into range.
Al Ahwei takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Al Ahwei fails with a takedown attempt.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot that sends Al Ahwei's belly button to the back.
Al Ahwei throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Al Ahwei stuns Bakiyev with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
Al Ahwei connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Al Ahwei swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
A swing and a miss from Al Ahwei.
Al Ahwei misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bakiyev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30

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

Event: CEC 566
Date: Jan 31, 2018

#R1#
Bunga connects with a nice looking jab.
A big right from Bunga misses.
Bakiyev scores with a nice strike.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev jabs at Bunga's body.
Bakiyev moves out of range as Bunga strikes.
Bunga takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bunga throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bunga misses with a straight right. #KD2#
Bunga sends Bakiyev crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bunga is motioning to the referee to let Bakiyev up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bunga misses with a looping left.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bunga cracks Bakiyev with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Bakiyev falls to his knees and Bunga doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bart Bunga!

Event: CEC 560
Date: Dec 20, 2017

#R1#
Bakiyev walks into a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Chiarmanda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chiarmanda jabs Bakiyev right on the nose. Bakiyev blinks but takes it well.
Chiarmanda throws a leg kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Chiarmanda misses with a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Chiarmanda lands a nice hook to Bakiyev's body. Bakiyev takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A shot to the body from Chiarmanda misses
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ossilus Chiarmanda seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chiarmanda misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Chiarmanda tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bakiyev avoids a kick to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chiarmanda was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
A slow jab from Chiarmanda misses its intended target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A shot to the body from Chiarmanda misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev throws a jab when Chiarmanda was well out of range.
Chiarmanda looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Chiarmanda throws a poor cross that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
We've been informed that Chiarmanda has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1#
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chiarmanda walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Chiarmanda rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Chiarmanda closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Chiarmanda throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Chiarmanda throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Chiarmanda moves out of range.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chiarmanda looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Chiarmanda moves out of range.
Bakiyev moves away from the strike by Chiarmanda.
Jab, jab by Bakiyev - just one landing.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Chiarmanda.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the head.
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!
Chiarmanda on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Chiarmanda tries to clinch
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Chiarmanda throws a right hand that misses
and Chiarmanda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chiarmanda defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chiarmanda misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Chiarmanda with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Chiarmanda thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Chiarmanda connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bakiyev cracks Chiarmanda with a good jab.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Chiarmanda throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chiarmanda was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.#T3#
Chiarmanda misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Chiarmanda moves out of range.
Chiarmanda throws a right hand that misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Chiarmanda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Chiarmanda looks to throw the jab but Bakiyev is out of range.
Chiarmanda misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Chiarmanda misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chiarmanda throws a low kick, looking for Bakiyev's leg but Bakiyev calmly moves out of range.
Chiarmanda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Chiarmanda is just out of range.
Chiarmanda swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Chiarmanda takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Chiarmanda misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Chiarmanda thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Chiarmanda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chiarmanda throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range. #T4#
Chiarmanda connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Chiarmanda connects with the punch.
Chiarmanda looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Chiarmanda shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chiarmanda connects with a leg kick. Bakiyev looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Chiarmanda fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot that snaps Chiarmanda's head back.
Chiarmanda misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Chiarmanda lands with a thumping leg kick.
Chiarmanda misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chiarmanda misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
A leg kick checked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev cracks Chiarmanda with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Chiarmanda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's time! Bakiyev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Chiarmanda tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Chiarmanda throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
Chiarmanda smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Chiarmanda lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Chiarmanda moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Chiarmanda misses.
Chiarmanda swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Chiarmanda thinking.
Chiarmanda loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Chiarmanda throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Chiarmanda scores with a jab to the jaw.
Chiarmanda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Chiarmanda moves out of range.
Chiarmanda throws out a counter right but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Chiarmanda throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chiarmanda misses with a wild body shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Chiarmanda. #T1#
Bakiyev lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Chiarmanda lands a nice looking kick to the body. Bakiyev takes a step back to recover.
Bakiyev drops his hands momentarily and Chiarmanda takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bakiyev takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chiarmanda misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bakiyev lands with a right hand.
Chiarmanda tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Chiarmanda.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Chiarmanda.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chiarmanda! But no joy.
Chiarmanda jabs Bakiyev to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Chiarmanda.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick.
Chiarmanda looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
Bakiyev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Chiarmanda to score with a decent uppercut.
Chiarmanda throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev lands with a straight right. Chiarmanda didn't see that one coming.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Chiarmanda closes the distance and clinches.
Chiarmanda throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Chiarmanda uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Chiarmanda tries to counter by closing the distance.
Chiarmanda has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Chiarmanda.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A jab from Bakiyev misses. #T3#
Chiarmanda feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bakiyevs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nice shot by Chiarmanda.
Bakiyev ducks right into an uppercut from Chiarmanda.
A telegraphed right hand from Chiarmanda misses the target.
Chiarmanda throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Chiarmanda. That one must have hurt.
Chiarmanda scores with a nice strike.#CL2#
Chiarmanda rushes Bakiyev and presses him up against the cage.
Chiarmanda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chiarmanda lands with a light punch inside.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch but Chiarmanda keeps him there for the moment.
Chiarmanda pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Chiarmanda fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Chiarmanda fails to land.
Bakiyev blocking some punches. #BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Bakiyev gets tackled into the cage by Chiarmanda. Chiarmanda maintains the clinch.
Chiarmanda misses with a punch on the inside.
Chiarmanda swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev slips a straight right by Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Chiarmanda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Chiarmanda misses with an uppercut
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ossilus Chiarmanda 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! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Chiarmanda ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Chiarmanda throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bakiyev stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chiarmanda clobbers Bakiyev with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Chiarmanda wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chiarmanda misses with a straight right.
Chiarmanda misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Chiarmanda counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Chiarmanda swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Chiarmanda manages to avoid it.
Chiarmanda misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Chiarmanda throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Chiarmanda does a little dance to reset his feet.
Chiarmanda bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A big left from Chiarmanda misses.
Chiarmanda throws a body kick that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev's corner calls for a 1-2. Bakiyev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nice shot by Chiarmanda.#T1#
Chiarmanda swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bakiyev swats away the attempt to clinch by Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Chiarmanda throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chiarmanda throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab from Chiarmanda misses.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Chiarmanda throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chiarmanda throws an off balance right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Chiarmanda changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Chiarmanda jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev misses the jab.
Chiarmanda is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Chiarmanda fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bakiyev, pushing him back against the cage.#T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Chiarmanda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bakiyev avoids a wild elbow strike from Chiarmanda.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Chiarmanda.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chiarmanda.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chiarmanda.
Chiarmanda misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bakiyev is trying to force a seperation but Chiarmanda has the dominant position.
Chiarmanda throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T3#
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Chiarmanda stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bakiyev wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chiarmanda misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Chiarmanda fails to land.
Chiarmanda has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev.
Chiarmanda misses with the head strike.
Chiarmanda is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Chiarmanda throws a head punch that misses.
Chiarmanda keeps control of Bakiyev as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4#
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Chiarmanda is controlling him.
Bakiyev wants to get back to striking at distance but Chiarmanda won't allow it.
Chiarmanda pushes Bakiyev back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chiarmanda misses with the head strike.
Bakiyev blocking some punches. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
Bakiyev throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Chiarmanda on the side of the head.
Chiarmanda fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Chiarmanda throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The fighters circling - Chiarmanda throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #CL2#
Chiarmanda clinches up with Bakiyev and pushes him back against the cage.
Chiarmanda misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Chiarmanda fails to land.
Chiarmanda lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ossilus Chiarmanda comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Chiarmanda 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CEC 553
Date: Nov 12, 2017

#R1#
Donnelly looks to throw a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Donnelly thinking.
Donnelly misses with a straight right.
Donnelly scores with a punch to the head.
Bakiyev takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Donnelly is just out of range.
Bakiyev defending well as Donnelly loads up on a big left hand.
Donnelly bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Donnelly lands a really nice looking cross but Bakiyev seems unphased.
Donnelly scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Donnelly misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Donnelly is just out of range.
Bakiyev takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Donnelly works the jab nicely.
Bakiyev takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!#T1#
Donnelly throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Donnelly finish him?
Donnelly seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A looping hook to the body misses from Donnelly. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Donnelly misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Donnelly 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.
Bakiyev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Donnelly counters with a crisp right that sends Bakiyev to the canvas! Donnelly follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Liam Donnelly!
Liam Donnelly decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CEC 548
Date: Oct 18, 2017

#R1#
Bakiyev throws a lazy uppercut
and Hogan counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Hogan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hogan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've been told by Hogan's head coaches at Cozad MMA LA Elite that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ben Hogan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hogan misses with an uppercut.
Hogan throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Hogan doesn't manage to clinch there - Bakiyev circles away.
Bakiyev with a nice cross.
Hogan lands an overhand right.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
Hogan throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Hogan wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
A big right from Hogan misses. #T1#
Hogan throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Hogan tries to clinch up.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Hogan.
Bakiyev jabs at Hogan's body.
Bakiyev has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Bakiyev connects with a jab.
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev cracks Hogan with a good jab.
Hogan throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hogan looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.
Hogan tries a low kick but Bakiyev avoids it.#T2#
Bakiyev jabs at Hogan's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Hogan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bakiyev takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Hogan.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Hogan is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Hogan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hogan misses with a left hand
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Hogan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Hogan does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hogan throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hogan misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hogan lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hogan throws a nice outside leg kick.
Hogan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hogan jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Decent striking displayed by Hogan there.
The crowd cheers as Bakiyev lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hogan doesn't seem phased though.
Bakiyev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hogan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
That kick from Hogan tenderised Bakiyev's leg. Bakiyev is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bakiyev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hogan had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T4#
A bone on bone clash there as Bakiyev blocks the leg kick.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hogan misses with a body kick.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Hogans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hogan misses with a looping left.
Hogan takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Hogan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hogan throws a low kick, looking for Bakiyev's leg but Bakiyev calmly moves out of range.
Hogan feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Bakiyev's calf.
Hogan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Good leg kick by Hogan there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Bakiyev connects with a jab.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hogan.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Bakiyev cracks a nice hook into Hogan's ribs.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick from Hogan misses.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Hogan might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A shot to the liver by Hogan. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Hogan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hogan misses with an uppercut.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Hogan misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Hogan.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Hogan swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bakiyev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hogan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Hogan.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hogan lands a head shot.
Hogan digs a good body shot into Bakiyev's ribs.
Hogan misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev connects with a right hand. Hogan shakes it off.#T2#
Bakiyev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hogan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Hogan throws a good cross that connects.
Bakiyev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Hogan.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hogan manages to avoid it.
Hogan throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hogan takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Hogan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bakiyev jabs Hogan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Hogan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
As Bakiyev looks to move away, Hogan throws a big counter combo but Bakiyev just gets out of the way.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hogan.
Hogan throws a low kick, looking for Bakiyev's leg but Bakiyev calmly moves out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bakiyev cracks a nice hook into Hogan's ribs.
Hogan misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hogan can pounce on him.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Hogan's body.
Hogan misses with a straight right.
Hogan looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T4#
Bakiyev slips a jab from Hogan.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hogan misses with a hook.
Bakiyev jabs at Hogan's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev scores with a shot to the body.
Hogan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hogan drops his hands momentarily and Bakiyev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Jab, jab by Hogan - just one landing.
Hogan throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bakiyev jabs at Hogan's body.
Hogan feints and then cracks Bakiyev's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bakiyev down.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Hogan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev ducks right into an uppercut from Hogan.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Hogan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hogan throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
A bone on bone clash there as Bakiyev blocks the leg kick.
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hogan throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hogan throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hogan throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hogan. #T1#
Bakiyev swings for the body but Hogan moves out of range.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Hogan loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Hogan throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Hogan misses its intended target.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hogan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hogan moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
Hogan throwing a counter right hand but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Hogan avoids it easily.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Hogan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Bakiyev scores with a decent looking hook.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Hogan throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hogan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hogan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Hogan moves out of range of the strikes.
Hogan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hogan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hogan throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Hogan to counter with a crisp jab.
Hogan scores with a leg kick.
Hogan ducks right into an uppercut from Bakiyev. #T3#
Hogan just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Hogan throwing a counter right hand but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bakiyev connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hogan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hogan looks to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hogan thinking.
Hogan tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hogan 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.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hogan moves away.
A jab lands there for Hogan.
Hogan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bakiyev's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T4#
Hogan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Hogan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot that snaps Hogan's head back.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Hogan's head.
Hogan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bakiyev avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Hogan moves out of range.
Bakiyev throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hogan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hogan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hogan throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
Our winner, Toktogulovich Bakiyev, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: CEC 545
Date: Oct 04, 2017

#R1#
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dall looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A clash of legs there as Bakiyev blocks the low kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dall.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Dall.
Bakiyev connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dall takes one on the button.
Dall has a takedown stuffed.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Dall is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall throws a leg kick that misses.
Dall stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dall moves away.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dall.#T1#
Dall's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bakiyev connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dall scrambles back to his feet.
Dall misses with a takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Dall uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Dall.
Dall takes one on the button.
A big left from Dall misses.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Dall is just out of range.
Dall uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Dall moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
Dall attempts a counter takedown but Bakiyev avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Dall looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dall misses with a two punch combination.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dall manages to avoid it.
Dall looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dall misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dall was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Dall feinted there with a counter leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dall jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev throws a jab when Dall was well out of range.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Dall throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev works Dall's body with a nice hook.
Dall misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dall uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Dall shoots for a takedown but Bakiyev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vyrkyx Dall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dall drops his hands momentarily and Bakiyev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bakiyev lands a jab.
Dall uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dall had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Dall slips under a jab.
Dall misses with a body punch
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T4#
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dall is defended easily by Bakiyev.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dall misses with a body shot.
Dall takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bakiyev punishes Dall's body with a nice straight punch.
Dall just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Dall throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev dips to his left and cracks Dall with an uppercut!
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Dall.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Dall is just out of range.
Bakiyev lands a really nice looking cross but Dall seems unphased.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Dall's body. Dall takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dall with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a good cross that connects.
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
Dall half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bakiyev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dall shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bakiyev defends it nicely.#T1#
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
Dall takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dall fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dall scores with a body shot.
Dall will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T2#
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dall.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Dall feinted with a counter takedown.
Dall dives in and grabs Bakiyev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bakiyev pushes down on Dall's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vyrkyx Dall. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dall takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bakiyev darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Dall throws a counter high kick but Bakiyev was just alert enough to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dall changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dall tries to score with a low kick but Bakiyev moves his leg out of the way.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dall keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev catches Dall with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Dall cracks Bakiyev with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bakiyev blocks a head kick by Dall.
Bakiyev scores with a hook.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Dall might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.#T4#
Bakiyev throws a jab when Dall was well out of range.
Dall takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dall was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Dall was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dall shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dall tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
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!
Dall changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bakiyev tries to avoid it but Dall manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bakiyev to the ground. Bakiyev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dall doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but Dall slips the punch.
Bakiyev walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dall manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dall tries to work over Bakiyev's front leg with a kick but Bakiyev checks it.
Dall takes one on the button.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dall, as that shot connected. #T1#
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Dall takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dall looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dall moves away.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dall at a distance.
Bakiyev misses with a hook to the body
and Dall counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Bakiyev is lucky that one didn't land flush. #TD#
Dall shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Bakiyev's guard.#ES2#
Bakiyev pushes Dall off and gets back to his feet.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Vyrkyx Dall has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dall is looking to counter with head kicks.
Bakiyev punishes Dall's body with a nice straight punch.
Dall fails to land with a series of punches.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body. #KD#
Dall lands a big head kick that sends Bakiyev tumbling to the mat! Dall takes a step backwards and waves Bakiyev back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dall was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Dall tries to counter with a takedown but Bakiyev is quick to defend against it.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Dall finish him?
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Dall counters with a crisp right that sends Bakiyev to the canvas! Dall follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vyrkyx Dall!
After winning the bout, Vyrkyx Dall thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CEC 538
Date: Sep 03, 2017

#R1#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Fray throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Fray moves out of range.
Fray misses with a takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice shot lands for Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Fray moves out of range.
And Fray tries to counter it with a takedown but Bakiyev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Fray closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Fray lands in his opponent's guard.#ES#
Bakiyev has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Fray is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1#
Fray misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Bakiyev manages to break the clinch.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Fray wants to counter with a clinch but Bakiyev pushes him away.
Fray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've been told by Bakiyev's head coaches at Miletich Xtreme Fighting Systems that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Fray swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the head.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Bakiyev tries to sprawl but Fray drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Bakiyev manages to escape and get back to his feet! #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fray misses with a takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Fray clinches up with Bakiyev and pushes him back against the cage.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
Bakiyev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fray throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Fray's body.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Bakiyev avoiding damage as Fray throws knees to the body.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Fray.
Fray taking a breather.
Fray misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Bakiyev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Fray tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
Fray is looking to take this one to the mat.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jonqw Fray.
Fray throws an elbow but it's blocked. #BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fray looks for a takedown but Bakiyev sprawls well.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Fray's defenses.
Bakiyev cracks Fray with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice takedown defense from Bakiyev. No joy for Fray on that attempt.
Bakiyev is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#T4#
Fray takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jab by Bakiyev.
Fray has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bakiyev finds it's way round the side to connect with Fray's head.
Fray closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bakiyev circles away.
Bakiyev sizes up Fray with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fray manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Fray shoots in and drives through. Bakiyev sprawls well.
Fray staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Fray on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Fray avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Fray fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice body punch from Fray.
Bakiyev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Fray moves out of range.
Fray wants to counter the offense by Bakiyev and move into the clinch position.
Fray doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fray has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Fray there as he acknowledges the shot.#T1#
Fray tries a head kick but it misses.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Fray throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Fray looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev moves away from the strike by Fray.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Fray with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fray looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev lunges at Fray with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fray's hand. #T2#
Fray shoots and misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jonqw Fray.
Bakiyev lands the left hand.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fray misses with a takedown attempt
and Fray takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev connects with a single shot there.
Bakiyev jabs Fray right on the nose. Fray blinks but takes it well.
Bakiyev works Fray's body with a nice hook.
Fray swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fray can do to turn this around?
Fray shoots and misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bakiyev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3#
Fray uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Fray on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fray slips a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev slaps away a takedown attempt from Fray, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Fray on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fray.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fray shapes to counter with a head kick.#T4#
Fray throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
Bakiyev cracks Fray with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bakiyev moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fray on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bakiyev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bakiyev cracks Fray with a right hand to the side of the head.
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!
Fray swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bakiyev keeps the fight on the outside.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Fray.
Fray takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
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#
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev leaves Fray with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Fray moves out of range.
Fray takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bakiyev lands with a hook. Fray tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Fray's head but Fray sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fray needs to keep his hands up - Bakiyev had a free shot at his head there.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Fray's body. Fray takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Fray throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Fray looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Fray throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bakiyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fray misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fray looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Fray takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bakiyev throws out a powerful jab.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Fray tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bakiyev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jonqw Fray has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fray closes the distance but Bakiyev moves to the side
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
Fray has closed the distance and engaged Bakiyev in a clinch.
Fray throws a head punch that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fray controlling the action here for a moment. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bakiyev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fray takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bakiyev connects with a crisp jab. #T3#
Bakiyev connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Fray's hands.
Bakiyev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fray on the side of the head.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fray.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fray tries to clinch there but Bakiyev circles away.
Fray closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Fray has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Fray avoids the punch easily.
Fray keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fray is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.#T4#
Good standup being displayed there by Bakiyev as he connects with a hook.
Bakiyev lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bakiyev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands with a cross.
Fray shoots in looking for a takedown. Bakiyev tries to sprawl out of it but Fray keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bakiyev manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A big left from Fray misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:26
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:26
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: CEC 530
Date: Jul 26, 2017

#R1#
Boshtok misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev punishes Boshtok's body with a nice straight punch.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev lands a head shot.
Boshtok misses with a body punch
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Boshtok throws out the jab.
Nice defenses there by Boshtok.
Boshtok scores with a leg kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Boshtok.
Boshtok misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Boshtok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boshtok tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boshtok.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boshtok thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bakiyev if he has to take too many more of those. #T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Boshtok.
We've been told by Bakiyev's head coaches at Miletich Xtreme Fighting Systems that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Boshtok's body.
Bakiyev ducks under a wild hook from Boshtok.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Boshtok throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boshtok throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Boshtok scores with a nice strike.
Boshtok throws a leg kick
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Boshtok avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Boshtok's shoulder, as Boshtok tries to avoid the shot.
Boshtok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boshtok attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Boshtok.
Boshtok with a hook.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boshtok.
Boshtok thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Boshtok thinking. #T2#
Boshtok sizes up Bakiyev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Yuri Boshtok seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Boshtok throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bakiyev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boshtok to score with a decent uppercut.
Boshtok staying out of range there.
Boshtok throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok throws a push kick but Bakiyev slaps the foot to one side.
A leg kick checked by Bakiyev.
Boshtok steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
A good leg kick by Boshtok.
Boshtok throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Boshtok. #T3#
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boshtok misses with a lunging right hand
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Boshtok throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Boshtok.
Boshtok looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Boshtok is looking to score with low kicks.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Boshtok misses with a body shot.
Boshtok pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bakiyev there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Boshtok keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Boshtok is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bakiyev cracks Boshtok with a good jab.
Boshtok getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
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!
Boshtok is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Boshtok moves out of range.
Boshtok throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Boshtok finds it's way round the side to connect with Bakiyev's head.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Boshtok only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Boshtok throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Boshtok.
A chopping leg kick lands by Boshtok.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Yuri Boshtok will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Bakiyev connects with a nice looking jab.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
Bakiyev is looking to wear down Boshtok with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Boshtok does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boshtok is looking to score with low kicks.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boshtok was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boshtok. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boshtok thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Boshtok takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev slips a jab from Boshtok.
Boshtok throws a leg kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Boshtok defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boshtok.
Boshtok avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Boshtok is just out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Boshtok! But no joy.#T1#
Boshtok misses with a low kick.
Boshtok cracks Bakiyev with a good jab.
Boshtok misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Boshtok counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boshtok goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boshtok throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Boshtok uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bakiyev has time to react.
The crowd cheers as Boshtok lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bakiyev doesn't seem phased though.
Boshtok scores with a jab to the body.
Boshtok scores with a nice body kick.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Boshtok with a nice cross.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boshtok throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Boshtok thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Bakiyev if he has to take too many more of those.
Boshtok throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boshtok was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Boshtok moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Bakiyev misses the body punch
and Boshtok connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Boshtok shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boshtok appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Boshtok misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Boshtok uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Boshtok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A jab from Boshtok misses. #T3#
Boshtok rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Boshtok chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Boshtok takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boshtok misses with a body shot
and Boshtok takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Boshtok.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boshtok. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boshtok throws a front kick aimed at Bakiyev's knee but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Boshtok tries to score with a low kick but Bakiyev moves his leg out of the way.
Boshtok throws a front kick aimed at Bakiyev's knee but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Boshtok misses with a looping left.
Bakiyev has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bakiyev there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boshtok throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boshtok manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boshtok moves away.
Boshtok misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boshtok.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boshtok waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Boshtok takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Boshtok scores with a nice body kick.
Bakiyev fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Boshtok looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Boshtok's ribcage but misses.
Boshtok moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boshtok tries a head kick but it misses.
Boshtok just misses with a punch to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yuri Boshtok will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Boshtok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boshtok connects with a body shot that sends Bakiyev's belly button to the back.
Boshtok throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bakiyev stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boshtok throws out a leg kick but Bakiyev moves out of range and Boshtok only half commits.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
A little jabbing left from Boshtok on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boshtok throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Boshtok is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Boshtok throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boshtok swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
Boshtok misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Boshtok.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Boshtok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bakiyev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Boshtok to score with a decent uppercut.
Bakiyev works the jab nicely.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Boshtok's ribcage but misses.
Boshtok misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Boshtok throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
Bakiyev closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Boshtok pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boshtok moves away.
Boshtok misses with a hook. Bakiyev ducked under it nicely.
Boshtok looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A slow jab from Boshtok misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boshtok moves away.
Bakiyev misses with a jab to the body
and Boshtok counters with a straight right hand.
Bakiyev throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Boshtok on the side of the head.
Bakiyev walks into a straight right hand from Boshtok.
Bakiyev blocks a low kick nicely.#T3#
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Boshtok lands a glancing blow to the side of Bakiyev's head.
Bakiyev lands a really nice looking cross but Boshtok seems unphased.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Boshtok's shoulder, as Boshtok tries to avoid the shot.
Boshtok looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Boshtok on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Boshtok misses with a hook.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but Boshtok slips the punch.
Boshtok fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boshtok steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Boshtok throws a wild body kick that Bakiyev sees coming a mile off.
Boshtok throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Bakiyev throws a hook but Boshtok blocks it.
Boshtok throws a big shot that misses.
The crowd cheers as Bakiyev lands an impressive looking overhand right. Boshtok doesn't seem phased though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Boshtok connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bakiyev lands a really nice looking cross but Boshtok seems unphased.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Boshtok's ribs.
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
Boshtok misses with a body shot.
Boshtok throws a quick inside leg kick.
A shot to the body from Bakiyev misses
and Boshtok counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boshtok shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yuri Boshtok is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boshtok is looking to land body kicks.

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 Toktogulovich Bakiyev.
Well Boshtok 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Yuri Boshtok!
Yuri Boshtok was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CEC 522
Date: Jun 18, 2017

#R1#
Cosades tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cosades shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Cosades tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Cosades.
Bakiyev lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bakiyev looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Cosades's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cosades misses with a low kick.
A head kick misses from Cosades.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cosades fails with a takedown attempt. #T1#
Cosades lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Bakiyev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Cosades's head but Cosades sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bakiyev stuns Cosades with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Cosades misses with a low kick.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bakiyev.
Cosades takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through Cosades's defenses. #T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Cosades.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caius Cosades.
Cosades misses the shot to the body.
Cosades moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bakiyev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Cosades tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Cosades.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cosades was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
And Cosades tries to counter it with a takedown but Bakiyev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Horrible takedown attempt by Cosades or perhaps it was just good defense by Bakiyev, which made it look bad.
Cosades shoots in for a takedown but Bakiyev shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T3#
Cosades staying out of range there.
Cosades throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Cosades ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Cosades throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cosades moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cosades thuds a left hand into Bakiyev's body.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Cosades moves out of range.
Cosades fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
Cosades takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Cosades misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev. #T4#
Cosades keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
And Cosades tries to counter it with a takedown but Bakiyev pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Cosades throws a combination that misses
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A low kick from Cosades is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cosades misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Cosades misses with a shot to the body
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Cosades keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a hook.
Cosades swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bakiyev is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Cosades takes a swing at Bakiyev's ribcage but misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cosades.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Cosades.
Cosades misses with a straight right.
Cosades lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Cosades fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range.
Cosades misses with a body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A slow jab from Cosades misses its intended target.
A telegraphed right hand from Bakiyev misses the target.
Cosades drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bakiyev defends it well.
Cosades lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bakiyev's sensitive parts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cosades misses with a low kick.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Cosades might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bakiyev has got the better of the exchanges.
Cosades throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cosades doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Cosades.
An attempted straight right counter from Bakiyev misses the target.#T1#
Cosades thows a leg kick but Bakiyev checks it
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Cosades keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cosades fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A bone on bone clash there as Bakiyev blocks the leg kick.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Cosades swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cosades avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Cosades scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Cosades throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Cosades misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev lands a jab to Cosades's midsection.
Good standup being displayed there by Bakiyev as he connects with a hook.
Cosades tries to work over Bakiyev's front leg with a kick but Bakiyev checks it.
Cosades throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Cosades takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Caius Cosades seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
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!
Bakiyev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Cosades throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Cosades looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bakiyev is fending him off so far but Cosades persists. Nope, Bakiyev circles away and we're back to standing.
Bakiyev is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Cosades uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cosades can do to turn this around?#T3#
Bakiyev catches Cosades with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bakiyev jabs at Cosades's body.
A lazy left from Bakiyev finds it's target.
Cosades misses the body punch
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cosades shoots in but Bakiyev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bakiyev is looking to counter punch.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caius Cosades.
Cosades fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range.
Cosades swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Cosades uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the head.#T4#
Cosades falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Cosades. Those never looked like landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick from Cosades is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Cosades's body.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bakiyev checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick misses from Cosades.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Cosades manages to avoid it.
Bakiyev connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Cosades misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bakiyev, as that shot connected.
Cosades misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Cosades with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut.
Cosades rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Cosades thuds his right hand into Bakiyev's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Cosades.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
Cosades misses with a takedown
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Bakiyev checks a leg kick.
A head kick by Cosades misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Cosades moved out of range nicely.
Cosades misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cosades digs a good hook to Bakiyev's body.
Cosades avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Cosades's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Cosades moved out of range.
Cosades throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cosades. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Caius Cosades has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bakiyev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Cosades ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Cosades misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Nice straight punches there by Bakiyev. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bakiyev.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cosades doesn't seem bothered though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cosades.
Cosades throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Cosades has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Cosades misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cosades lands a body shot.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick nicely there. #T3#
Cosades lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bakiyev's sensitive parts.
Cosades takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bakiyev lands a body shot.
Cosades on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Cosades looks to throw a body kick
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cosades takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bakiyev connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bakiyev scores with a jab. Cosades acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bakiyev scores with the left hand. Cosades knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cosades throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Bakiyev jabs Cosades right on the nose. Cosades blinks but takes it well.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Cosades doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev checks a low kick from Cosades.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cosades fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bakiyev has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Cosades finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Jab by Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Cosades attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A relieved looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - R2
Date: Apr 24, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Toktogulovich Bakiyev and Bastien Harris. Harris comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Du Hast kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Toktogulovich Bakiyev had a look across the cage there at his opponent. He definitely means business

171 cm
31 yrs
163 lbs

180 cm
35 yrs
193 lbs

Bakiyev

Harris

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Toktogulovich Bakiyev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Bastien Harris!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Paulo Santos and Leandro Rodrigues.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

The fight moves into the clinch position.

Harris has picked Bakiyev up - he's going for a ride! Harris dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bakiyev (0) vs (2) Harris
Bakiyev is looking to control Harris's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bakiyev avoid being mounted?
Harris seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bakiyev wants to control but Harris is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev is positioning himself well to prevent Harris advancing to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakiyev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bakiyev keeping control of the position.
Bakiyev tries to roll over but Harris keeps him under control.
Well, if Harris is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Bakiyev trying to control from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Harris stalling.
Bakiyev is positioning himself well to prevent Harris advancing to mount.
Harris is thwarting Bakiyev's attempts to control the position.
Bakiyev wants to improve his position but Harris is controlling well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev is working hard here to advance position.
Harris is thwarting Bakiyev's attempts to control the position.
Harris prevents Bakiyev from improving his position.
Bakiyev manages to get to full guard.
Bakiyev wants to sweep here but Harris controlling him for the moment.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev trying to control the position.
Bakiyev is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bakiyev has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Harris controls from within his opponent's guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev trying to keep a closed guard but Harris is proving a slippery customer.
Bakiyev is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Harris is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Bakiyev keeping full guard, as Harris tries to pass.
Bakiyev is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Harris stays in close to Bakiyev's body and controls the position.
Bakiyev is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Harris looking to pass the guard.
Bakiyev is controlling Harris's posture.
Bakiyev tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Harris is fighting to break Bakiyev's control of his arms but Bakiyev is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bakiyev's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bakiyev wants to sweep here but Harris controlling him for the moment.
Bakiyev trying to control the position.
Bakiyev is pulling down on Harris's head. It's preventing any offense from Harris, at least for the moment.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Harris is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Bakiyev seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Bakiyev is trying to control the position but Harris postures up.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev pulls Harris in close to his closed guard and prevents Harris from doing any damage or advancing position.
Bakiyev 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.
Harris is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bakiyev looking to control.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bakiyev has his hands on Harris's head, controlling the position.
Bakiyev wants to control the position but Harris says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Bakiyev is trying to control but can't.
Bakiyev is doing well to control the position and prevent Harris from advancing to side control.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev is looking for a sweep. Harris is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bakiyev controlling the position well.
Harris looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bakiyev trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bakiyev (0) vs (5) Harris
Harris avoids the attempt from Bakiyev to control.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev is controlling an arm, preventing Harris from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Bakiyev wants to control but Harris is having none of it.
Harris controlling from the full mount.
Bakiyev wants to hold on but Harris pushes him away.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Harris controlling the pace for now.
Bakiyev tries to reverse the position but Harris maintains control.
Harris looking to control and managing it successfully.
Bakiyev wants to control but Harris is having none of it.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev reaches up and holds on to Harris to control the position.
Bakiyev tries to hold on but Harris postures up.
Bakiyev is looking to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bakiyev holds on to Harris around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.

And that's the end of the fight!
Harris wins on points by 5 to 0.
An intense looking Bastien Harris took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'Hey Joe Rogan lets go get drunk and high and pick up some hookers, i feel on top of the world right now.'.

Event: TWGC 16 (185lbs, D2): Rio de Janeiro Qu - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2017

Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Toktogulovich Bakiyev and John Kyle Romo. The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.

171 cm
31 yrs
163 lbs

190 cm
42 yrs
187 lbs

Bakiyev

Romo

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Toktogulovich Bakiyev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; John Kyle Romo!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Mauricio Rocha.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.

Romo moves into range and clinches up with Bakiyev.

Bakiyev successfully pulls guard.
Romo trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
Bakiyev pulls Romo in to control the position.
Bakiyev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Romo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Romo trying to control but Bakiyev is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev looking to hit a scissor sweep but Romo is one step ahead there.
Bakiyev lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bakiyev (2) vs (0) Romo

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling from the top position.
Romo is trying to control the position but Bakiyev postures up.
Bakiyev showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Romo is trying to control the position but Bakiyev postures up.
Romo is pulling down on Bakiyev's head. It's preventing any offense from Bakiyev, at least for the moment.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Romo can do anything to dispel that myth.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling from the top position.
Romo is trying to control the position but Bakiyev postures up.
Bakiyev controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakiyev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Romo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bakiyev content to stall in guard here.
Bakiyev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Romo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bakiyev looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Bakiyev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bakiyev has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Bakiyev passes into half guard.
Bakiyev takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Romo wants to get back to full guard.

That's five minutes gone in the round.
Romo is looking to control Bakiyev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Romo avoid being mounted?
Romo tries to get to full guard but Bakiyev has control of the leg.
Romo won't allow Bakiyev to pass to mount.
Romo is looking to improve his position.
Bakiyev controlling the action here.

That's six minutes gone in the round.
Romo trying to control from the bottom.
Bakiyev with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Bakiyev looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bakiyev seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bakiyev continues to stall.

That's seven minutes gone in the round.
More hug and hope from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev tries to pass to full mount but Romo defends it.
Bakiyev passes the guard and advances to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bakiyev (5) vs (0) Romo
Bakiyev tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.

That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Romo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bakiyev fails to advance to Romo's back.
Romo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Bakiyev controlling his opponent.
Romo is working to get back to half guard.
Bakiyev controlling the pace for now.

That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Romo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Bakiyev sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Romo is looking to get to half guard.

That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling from mount.
Romo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bakiyev controlling the position easily from mount.

That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Bakiyev (8) vs (0) Romo
Romo is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Bakiyev off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.

That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Romo doesn't escape.
Romo just trying to survive but Bakiyev is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Bakiyev has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Romo's body.

That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Bakiyev controlling well, preventing Romo from escaping the position.
Bakiyev controls the action.
Romo trying to control the hands but Bakiyev breaks the grip.
Bakiyev really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Romo.

That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Romo's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Bakiyev biding his time, controlling Romo.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
I really don't envy Romo right now.
Romo is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Bakiyev.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bakiyev takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
After winning the bout, Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: T183: Carr vs Blazer
Date: Apr 02, 2017

#R1#
Bakiyev with a nice cross.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bakiyev feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Boshtoks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Boshtok 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.
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Boshtok throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bakiyev stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Boshtok.
Bakiyev cracks a nice hook into Boshtok's ribs.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Boshtok counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.#T1#
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
Boshtok scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boshtok misses the body punch
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Boshtok moves out of range.
Boshtok feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boshtok.
Boshtok drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bakiyev sprawls and moves away.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bakiyev misses with a left hand
and Boshtok counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bakiyev thinking.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bakiyev looks to land a right hand but Boshtok moved out of range.
Bakiyev has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#T2#
Nice shot by Bakiyev.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakiyev.
Boshtok takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Boshtok avoids the punch easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Boshtok misses its target.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boshtok lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Boshtok misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Boshtok lands a head shot.
Bakiyev jabs Boshtok right on the nose. Boshtok blinks but takes it well.
Bakiyev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Boshtok had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.#T3#
Boshtok lands with an overhand left.
Boshtok throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Boshtok ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And Boshtok counters with a quick kick to the body but Bakiyev blocks it.
Boshtok throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Boshtok fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bakiyev.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Boshtok was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Boshtok is looking to slow Bakiyev down with leg kicks.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boshtok moves away.
Boshtok takes one to the chin there.
Boshtok uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
A slow jab from Boshtok misses its intended target.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Boshtok feinted with a counter takedown.
Boshtok misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Boshtok throws the kick towards the body but Bakiyev avoids it.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Boshtok scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bakiyev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Boshtok looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
Boshtok waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Boshtok takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Boshtok tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Boshtok.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boshtok.
Boshtok was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Boshtok misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Boshtok with a body shot.
Boshtok throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boshtok lands an overhand right.
Boshtok takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Boshtok's body.
Bakiyev misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Boshtok counters with a nice kick to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boshtok gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Boshtok avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Boshtok is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev. #T1#
Boshtok shoots in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Boshtok's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bakiyev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Boshtok.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Boshtok counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but Boshtok slips the punch.
Boshtok misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Boshtok takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Boshtok ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Boshtok throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Boshtok throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Boshtok might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Jab, jab by Boshtok - just one landing. #T2#
Boshtok misses with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Boshtok throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boshtok staying out of range there.
Boshtok thumps Bakiyev with a low kick.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Boshtok is just out of range.
Boshtok works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boshtok uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Boshtok throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Boshtok lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.#T3#
Boshtok looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bakiyev jabs Boshtok to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Boshtok looks to throw the jab but Bakiyev is out of range.
Boshtok throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Boshtok throws a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head but Bakiyev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boshtok throws a series of strikes that have Bakiyev backpedaling.
Boshtok throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Boshtok looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
Boshtok throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bakiyev moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Boshtok fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
A clash of legs there as Bakiyev blocks the low kick.
Boshtok throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boshtok lands with a thumping leg kick.
Boshtok is looking to land body kicks.
Boshtok thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boshtok throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Boshtok uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Boshtok's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Yuri Boshtok will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A leg kick checked by Bakiyev.
A swing and a miss from Boshtok.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boshtok looks to throw the jab but Bakiyev is out of range.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Boshtok.
A little feinted left hand from Boshtok on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Boshtok loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A punch combination from Boshtok misses.
Boshtok throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Boshtok thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boshtok scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boshtok. Bakiyev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick nicely there. #T1#
Boshtok keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev misses with a shot to the body
and Boshtok counters with a straight right hand.
Boshtok misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Boshtok is just out of range.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev throws out a counter right but Boshtok avoids it with no problem.
Boshtok tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice straight punches there by Bakiyev. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Boshtok cracks a nice hook into Bakiyev's ribs.#T2#
Boshtok takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice defenses there by Boshtok.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Boshtok throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A swing and a miss from Boshtok.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Boshtok avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Boshtok throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Boshtok misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Boshtok misses its target.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Boshtok misses with a leg kick.
Boshtok connects with a body shot.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boshtok throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
A nice inside leg kick there by Boshtok. That's going to slow Bakiyev down.
Boshtok slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boshtok.
Boshtok takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Boshtok is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bakiyev misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev lands a jab to Boshtok's midsection.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boshtok is looking to score with low kicks.
Boshtok has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Boshtok there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bakiyev on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Boshtok. Boshtok obviously looking to wear him down.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Toktogulovich Bakiyev.
Well Bakiyev 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
A very excited looking Toktogulovich Bakiyev made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: T178: Coath v Legstrong
Date: Feb 26, 2017

#R1#
Nikitin looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Nikitin works the jab nicely.
Nikitin throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Bakiyev jabs Nikitin right on the nose. Nikitin blinks but takes it well.
Nikitin throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
A jab from Nikitin misses.
Nikitin throws a looping overhand right but Bakiyev ducks down to avoid it.
Nikitin cracks a nice hook into Bakiyev's ribs.
Nikitin throws a lazy uppercut
and Nikitin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Nikitin lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bakiyev slips under a jab.
Nikitin throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakiyev takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Nikitin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nikitin misses with an uppercut.
Nikitin lands with a right hand.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Bakiyev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Nikitin throws the left hand but Bakiyev avoids the punch easily.
Good standup being displayed there by Nikitin as he connects with a hook.
Nikitin misses with a low kick.
Nikitin misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev stuns Nikitin with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Nikitin throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bakiyev! But no joy.
Nikitin throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Nikitin.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nikitin moves away.
Nikitin misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nikitin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at mickeyharts the greatest in the buildup to the fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from Nikitin.
Nikitin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Alexandr Nikitin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A lazy left from Bakiyev finds it's target.
Nikitin avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Nikitin jabs Bakiyev to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Nikitin misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Nikitin moves out of range.
Nikitin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nikitin throws a big shot that misses.
Nikitin throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev blocks a jab.
The fighters circling - Nikitin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nikitin with a body shot.
Nikitin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Nikitin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Nikitin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nikitin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and Nikitin counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nikitin cracks a nice hook into Bakiyev's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nikitin misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev digs a good hook to Nikitin's body.
Bakiyev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nikitin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice jab there from Nikitin.
Bakiyev connects with a good right hand that stumbles Nikitin. Nikitin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nikitin jabs Bakiyev right on the nose. Bakiyev blinks but takes it well.
Bakiyev takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Alexandr Nikitin 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.
#R2#
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Nikitin throws a shot to the body.
Nikitin throws an off balance right hand
and Nikitin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nikitin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev lands a glancing blow to the side of Nikitin's head.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
Nikitin throws a body shot but no joy.
Nikitin has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Bakiyev comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bakiyev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikitin misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a stiff right hand.
Bakiyev slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nikitin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Alexandr Nikitin is winning the standup battle so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A low kick from Nikitin misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nikitin with a body shot.
Jab from Bakiyev.
Nikitin throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Nikitin throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Nikitin avoids it easily.
Nikitin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Nikitin misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Bakiyev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Nikitin throws out the jab.
Nikitin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nikitin pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nikitin avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Nikitin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nikitin loads up on a big right hand but Bakiyev slips the punch.
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
A big right from Nikitin misses.
Nikitin throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nikitin with a body shot.
Nikitin swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev misses with a looping left.
A punch lands to the side of Nikitin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Nikitin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bakiyev moves out of range as Nikitin strikes.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nikitin throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nikitin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nikitin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakiyev was well out of range. Poor timing from Nikitin.
Nikitin blocks a jab.#T3#
Nikitin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakiyev manages to avoid it.
A countering left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses.
Nikitin throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Nikitin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev tries to move into range but Nikitin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nikitin is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Nikitin.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Bakiyev drops his hands momentarily and Nikitin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nikitin throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
Nikitin misses with a lunging right hand
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nikitin misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.#T4#
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Nikitin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nikitin misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nikitin misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev misses the jab.
Nikitin is looking to counter punch.
Nikitin throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Nikitin's head.
Bakiyev throws out a powerful jab.
Nikitin goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Bakiyev lands with a straight right. Nikitin didn't see that one coming.
Nikitin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nikitin pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bakiyev back to the cage. Nikitin follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Nikitin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nikitin throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bakiyev jabs Nikitin to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nikitin throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Nikitin.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Nikitin misses the target.
A slow jab from Nikitin misses its intended target.
Nikitin misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nikitin throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Nikitin works the jab nicely.
Nikitin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Nikitin manages to avoid it.
Nikitin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It looked like Nikitin wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nikitin tries to land a front kick but Bakiyev steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the strikes.
Nikitin misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Nikitin thinking.
Nikitin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nikitin misses with a body shot.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Nikitin sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nikitin connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bakiyev's hands.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nikitin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#ROC#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bakiyev is still on wobbly legs! Can Nikitin finish him?
Nikitin throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakiyev. #T2#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Nikitin.
Nikitin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nikitin throws an overhand right that lands on Bakiyev's shoulder, as Bakiyev tries to avoid the shot.
Bakiyev takes one on the chin but seems OK.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nikitin steps in with a hook that catches Bakiyev right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Nikitin follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Bakiyev looks absolutely devastated.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Nikitin!
During a confident post fight interview, Alexandr Nikitin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Death Squad 367:Duffy v Mason
Date: Dec 24, 2016

#R1#
McCracken tries to clinch up.
Bakiyev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCracken.
Bakiyev walks into a left hand.
Bakiyev throws an off balance right hand
and McCracken counters with a thumping low kick.
Bakiyev connects with a single shot there.
A left lands for Bakiyev.
McCracken throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
Good shot there by McCracken.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev lands a lovely overhand right.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev loads up on a big right hand but McCracken slips the punch.
Bakiyev misses with a straight right. #T1#
A clash of legs there as Bakiyev blocks the low kick.
McCracken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCracken manages to avoid it.
McCracken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body. #CL2#
McCracken moves into the clinch.
McCracken misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCracken. #BC#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
Bakiyev has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Miletich Xtreme Fighting Systems in the buildup to the fight.
McCracken slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
McCracken slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
McCracken connects with a jab.#T2#
McCracken throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. McCracken does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice defenses there by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands a jab to McCracken's midsection.
McCracken tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
McCracken throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
A punch lands to the side of McCracken 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCracken defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Bakiyev throws a hook but McCracken avoids it easily.
McCracken misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCracken throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCracken was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
A low kick from McCracken is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCracken sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
A quick step to the side and Bakiyev tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev lands a slapping body shot.
McCracken takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bakiyev lands with a nice body punch.
McCracken looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
McCracken takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McCracken throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.#T4#
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
McCracken takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCracken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCracken is looking to slow Bakiyev down with leg kicks.
McCracken connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
McCracken slips a jab from Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
McCracken slips under a jab from Bakiyev.
A jab from Bakiyev misses.
Bakiyev misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCracken throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bakiyev.
McCracken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCracken manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCracken misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev slips under a jab from McCracken.
McCracken ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.#T1#
Bakiyev misses with a right hand
and McCracken connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
McCracken throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCracken scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
McCracken connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
McCracken throws a lazy uppercut
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCracken is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bakiyev.
A jab from McCracken does it's job there.
McCracken misses with a low kick.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from McCracken. #T2#
Bakiyev misses with a straight right.
McCracken throws a right and a left that both miss.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Bakiyev finds it's way through McCracken's defenses.
McCracken catches Bakiyev with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bakiyev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCracken will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bakiyev misses with a right hand
and McCracken counters with a straight right hand.
McCracken scores with a punch to the head.#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!#T3##CL2#
Bakiyev tries to keep at a distance but McCracken has taken the fight into the clinch.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCracken.
McCracken misses with a hook from the clinch.
McCracken struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands.
McCracken working aggressively here.
Bakiyev seems to have got his legs back now.
McCracken doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCracken throws a punch but it's blocked by Bakiyev.
McCracken misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCracken.
McCracken misses with a body punch. #BC#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bakiyev moves forwards but McCracken connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McCracken throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T4#
McCracken throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to McCracken's body. McCracken takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the head.
McCracken connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McCracken throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCracken moves away.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but McCracken uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCracken throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McCracken chopping away at his opponent's legs.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jai McCracken 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#
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but McCracken sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCracken's corner calls for a 1-2. McCracken obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
McCracken wants to clinch but Bakiyev slips to the side
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCracken tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McCracken darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a right hand to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCracken tries to clinch up but Bakiyev circles away and keeps his distance.
McCracken keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCracken dips to his left and cracks Bakiyev with an uppercut!#T1#
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCracken.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like McCracken was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bakiyev scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. McCracken doesn't seem bothered though.
Bakiyev lands with a good body shot.
McCracken bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCracken throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McCracken misses with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Bakiyev swings for the body but McCracken moves out of range.
McCracken throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.
McCracken with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bakiyev to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Bakiyev connects with a nice looking jab.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCracken.
McCracken looks to land a right hand but Bakiyev moved out of range.
Bakiyev jabs McCracken to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCracken connects with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakiyev lands with a cross.
McCracken looks to land a left hand but Bakiyev moved out of range nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bakiyev looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A low kick from McCracken is predictable there
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand. #T3#
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from McCracken.
Bakiyev jabs at McCracken's body.
McCracken misses with a left hand
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bakiyev bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bakiyev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A left lands for Bakiyev.
McCracken tries to score with a low kick but Bakiyev moves his leg out of the way.
McCracken bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCracken can do to turn this around?
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
McCracken looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bakiyev blocks a low kick nicely.#T4#
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bakiyev slips a jab from McCracken.
Decent striking displayed by Bakiyev there.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but McCracken avoids the punch easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A lazy left from McCracken finds it's target.
Bakiyev throws a predictable looking body shot
and McCracken makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCracken.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bakiyev 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
After winning the bout, Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Death Squad 361:Bogdan v Aku
Date: Dec 03, 2016

#R1#
Sanders misses with a head kick.
Sanders shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bakiyev eats them both and turns towards Sanders to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Bakiyev jabs at Sanders's body.
Bakiyev misses with a straight left.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Sanders.
Sanders tries to land a body kick
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
A combination from Sanders does no damage.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the head.
Bakiyev tries to move into range but Sanders moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sanders throws a perfectly timed hook that sends Bakiyev crashing down! Bakiyev tries to stagger back to his feet but Sanders just hammers him until the ref stops the fight! A confused Bakiyev asks the ref what just happened. Poor fella.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bruce Sanders!
Our winner, Bruce Sanders, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Death Squad 355:Davis v Jack
Date: Nov 12, 2016

#R1#
Bakiyev scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bakiyev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lecter Vlll sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lecter Vlll pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bakiyev gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bakiyev throws the left hand but Lecter Vlll avoids the punch easily.
Bakiyev moves away from the strike by Lecter Vlll.
Bakiyev lands with a right hand.
Lecter Vlll scoring well with a low kick there.
Bakiyev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lecter Vlll throws a front kick aimed at Bakiyev's knee but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lecter Vlll.
Bakiyev connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Lecter Vlll swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll misses with a body kick.
Lecter Vlll throws a body kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Lecter Vlll tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bakiyev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lecter Vlll somewhat.
Hannibal Lecter Vlll seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bakiyev throws a big shot that misses.
Lecter Vlll fails to land the takedown.
Lecter Vlll darts in looking for a takedown but Bakiyev gets double underhooks and turns Lecter Vlll into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hannibal Lecter Vlll. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lecter Vlll misses the body punch
and Bakiyev makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lecter Vlll shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Lecter Vlll does a little dance to reset his feet.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the head.
Bakiyev scores with a sloppy right hand. Lecter Vlll should have avoided that one.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll ducks right into an uppercut from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T2#
Lecter Vlll throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bakiyev lands a nice shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll lands with a thumping leg kick.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Lecter Vlll has his takedown stuffed
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
A clash of legs there as Bakiyev blocks the low kick.
Bakiyev takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice body punch from Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll looks for the body kick but Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bakiyev throws a jab but it's blocked by Lecter Vlll.
Lecter Vlll takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Lecter Vlll slips under a jab.
A low kick from Lecter Vlll is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lecter Vlll misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bakiyev throws a lazy uppercut
and Lecter Vlll counters with a stiff right hand.
Lecter Vlll takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Lecter Vlll moves out of range.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lecter Vlll was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll shoots for a takedown but Bakiyev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Lecter Vlll throws a body kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick from Lecter Vlll.
A low kick from Lecter Vlll is predictable there
and Bakiyev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lecter Vlll misses with a low kick as Bakiyev jumps back.
Bakiyev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bakiyev throws a body punch but Lecter Vlll moves out of range. #T4#
Lecter Vlll throws a head kick that misses.
Bakiyev let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lecter Vlll moves away.
Lecter Vlll getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Lecter Vlll had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bakiyev lands a body shot.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lecter Vlll looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Lecter Vlll pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lecter Vlll tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lecter Vlll throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bakiyev cracks Lecter Vlll with an open hand slap.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lecter Vlll avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll is looking to counter with a body kick.
Bakiyev lands a glancing blow to the side of Lecter Vlll's head.
Lecter Vlll pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev throws a sloppy body shot
and Lecter Vlll counters with a head kick. That will keep Bakiyev thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Lecter Vlll listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lecter Vlll throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lecter Vlll misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lecter Vlll misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lecter Vlll lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Lecter Vlll steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.#T1#
A shot to the liver by Bakiyev. Beautiful body shot.
Bakiyev scores with a nice head shot.
Lecter Vlll misses with an uppercut. Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bakiyev scores with a jab. Lecter Vlll acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bakiyev moves forwards but Lecter Vlll connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bakiyev connects with a body shot.
Jab by Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll misses with a hook to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Lecter Vlll was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Lecter Vlll misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lecter Vlll misses with a jab to the body
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Lecter Vlll takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev connects with a single shot there.
Lecter Vlll takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bakiyev throws a hook but Lecter Vlll blocks it.
Lecter Vlll is looking to wear down Bakiyev with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
A big right from Lecter Vlll misses.
Lecter Vlll misses with a body punch
and Bakiyev counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lecter Vlll tests Bakiyev's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lecter Vlll drops his hands momentarily and Bakiyev takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lecter Vlll throws a head kick that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lecter Vlll thinking.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bakiyev, as that shot connected.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lecter Vlll.
Lecter Vlll takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T3#
Bakiyev walks into a jab.
Lecter Vlll walks into a jab.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lecter Vlll moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Lecter Vlll moves out of range.
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Lecter Vlll misses with a kick to the body.
Lecter Vlll swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bakiyev moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Lecter Vlll throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Lecter Vlll throws a leg kick
and Bakiyev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakiyev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
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!
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lecter Vlll looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Lecter Vlll might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Lecter Vlll doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick nicely.
Lecter Vlll takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Lecter Vlll walks into a stiff left hand from Bakiyev.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bakiyev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lecter Vlll throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lecter Vlll was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Lecter Vlll explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lecter Vlll moves away.
It looked like Lecter Vlll was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Lecter Vlll misses its target.
Bakiyev lands a jab to the nose.
Lecter Vlll tries to land a front kick but Bakiyev steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bakiyev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Lecter Vlll throws a right hand that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lecter Vlll.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Lecter Vlll's head but Lecter Vlll sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good exchange - Bakiyev coming out on top.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bakiyev lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Nice straight punches there by Bakiyev. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakiyev digs a good body shot into Lecter Vlll's ribs.
Lecter Vlll tries to score with a low kick but Bakiyev moves his leg out of the way.
Bakiyev works Lecter Vlll's body with a nice hook.
Bakiyev lands a right hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Lecter Vlll steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Lecter Vlll motions for Bakiyev to come forward. Lecter Vlll throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lecter Vlll throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Good exchange - Bakiyev coming out on top.#T2#
Bakiyev jabs Lecter Vlll to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lecter Vlll.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lecter Vlll scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lecter Vlll throws a right hand that misses
letting Bakiyev counter with a right hand.
Lecter Vlll scores with a decent looking hook.
Lecter Vlll tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lecter Vlll throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bakiyev counters with a straight right hand.
Lecter Vlll scores with a hook to the body. Bakiyev takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A low kick from Lecter Vlll is predictable there
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll throws a low kick, looking for Bakiyev's leg but Bakiyev calmly moves out of range.
Bakiyev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T3#
A cross from Bakiyev lands.#ROC2#
Lecter Vlll is rocked!
Lecter Vlll throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakiyev. Lecter Vlll does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Lecter Vlll moves out of range.
Bakiyev thuds a left hand into Lecter Vlll's body.
Lecter Vlll shoots in and drives through. Bakiyev sprawls well.
Hannibal Lecter Vlll has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lecter Vlll throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bakiyev throws a shot to the body.
Lecter Vlll moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Oh Lecter Vlll is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll seems to have got his legs back now.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Lecter Vlll lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bakiyev has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bakiyev and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bakiyev misses with a straight left.
It appears Lecter Vlll was looking to counter with a kick there.#T4#
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Jab, jab by Bakiyev - just one landing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lecter Vlll throws a lazy head kick
and Bakiyev counters with a nice body shot.
Lecter Vlll misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bakiyev throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Lecter Vlll's body. Lecter Vlll takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Lecter Vlll misses with a leg kick
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lecter Vlll takes one on the button.
Bakiyev lands the left hand.
Donk. Bakiyev catches Lecter Vlll right on the button with a cross.
Lecter Vlll slips a straight right by Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bakiyev lands a nice hook to Lecter Vlll's body. Lecter Vlll takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Toktogulovich Bakiyev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bakiyev 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
An out of breath Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Death Squad 349:Quaid v Uru
Date: Oct 15, 2016

#R1#
Stanfield waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bakiyev.
Stanfield moves out of range of the strikes.
Stanfield misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Stanfield looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Stanfield throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Stanfield's ribcage but misses.
Some wild striking there from Stanfield.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stanfield throws a big shot that misses.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the side of Stanfield's head but Stanfield sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Stanfield will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stanfield misses with a looping right.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Stanfield moves out of range.
Stanfield misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Stanfield misses with a wild body shot.
Stanfield throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Stanfield throws out a loose jab but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Stanfield manages to avoid it.
Stanfield throws a poor cross that misses
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely shot to the body.#KD2#
Stanfield lands a left and a right that send Bakiyev crashing to the mat, dazed. Stanfield thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Stanfield throws a shot from downtown. Bakiyev moves away and avoids it.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Stanfield manages to avoid it.
Stanfield swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Stanfield throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Stanfield defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Stanfield lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Stanfield's ribcage but misses.
Stanfield throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev slips a jab and a cross from Stanfield.
Bakiyev throws out a loose jab but Stanfield uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stanfield feints with a jab and clips Bakiyev right behind the ear with a massive overhand right! Bakiyev is sent crashing into the canvas and Stanfield leaps in for the kill! Bakiyev tries to get to his feet but Stanfield is just battering him from every conceivable angle. The ref decides that Bakiyev is in need of a savior and steps in!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Marlo Stanfield!
Marlo Stanfield was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Destiny 167: Iii vs. Sobrante
Date: Aug 27, 2016

#R1#
Churchill throws a jab when Bakiyev was well out of range.#CL#
Churchill pushes Bakiyev up against the cage in a clinch.
Churchill swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bakiyev tries to break free but Churchill pushes him back against the cage.
Churchill lands a body shot in the clinch.
Churchill lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Churchill tries a body shot but Bakiyev blocks it.
Churchill tries a body shot but Bakiyev blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Churchill swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bakiyev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Churchill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Churchill looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Churchill ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Churchill throws a hook but Bakiyev blocks it.
Bakiyev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Churchill ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Churchill definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Churchill instigates a clinch.
Churchill lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Churchill goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Churchill.
Churchill working aggressively here.
Churchill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Churchill has him pressed against the cage.
Churchill misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Churchill. #T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Churchill tries to clinch up.
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
and Churchill counters with a stiff right hand.
Churchill takes a jab right on the kisser.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Churchill closes the distance and clinches.
Churchill tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Churchill misses with some punches.
Churchill scores with a nice hook to the head.
Churchill misses with the head strike.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Churchill drives through and clinches with Bakiyev against the cage. #T3#
Churchill misses with a short punch on the inside.
Churchill misses with some punches.
A short right from Churchill.
Churchill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Churchill throws a head punch that misses.
Bakiyev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Churchill has him pressed against the cage.
Churchill tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Churchill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Churchill lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Churchill is controlling him.
A shot in the inside from Churchill.
Churchill lands with a right to the head.
Churchill tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Churchill fails to land.
Churchill swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Churchill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Churchill can't find room to land a body shot as Bakiyev controls the action.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Churchill is controlling him.
Churchill can't find room to land a body shot as Bakiyev controls the action.
Churchill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Churchill misses with a punch on the inside.
Churchill misses with a punch to the body.
Churchill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Churchill tries a body shot but Bakiyev blocks it.
Bakiyev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Churchill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Churchill misses with some punches.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
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!
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Churchill is controlling him.
Bakiyev wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Winston Churchill dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Churchill throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily. #CL#
Churchill fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bakiyev, pushing him back against the cage.
Churchill misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Bakiyev breaks from the clinch.
A head kick misses from Churchill.
Bakiyev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bakiyev lands a glancing blow to the side of Churchill's head.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Churchill throws out the jab.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Churchill manages to avoid it.#CL#
Churchill clinches up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev wants to break free but Churchill has control.
Churchill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bakiyev is looking to break free of the clinch but Churchill has double underhooks.
Churchill struggles to land a body shot inside as Bakiyev controls his hands. #T1#
Churchill misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev tries to break the clinch but Churchill is controlling the position.
Churchill digs a right hand underneath Bakiyev's ribcage. Bakiyev let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Churchill presses Bakiyev against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Churchill.
Churchill swings wildly with an uppercut but Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Churchill lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Bakiyev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Churchill looks to score with a jab to the body but Bakiyev is just out of range.
Bakiyev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Churchill moves out of range of the strikes.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Churchill is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bakiyev.
The crowd cheers as Churchill lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bakiyev doesn't seem phased though.
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Churchill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T2#
Churchill tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Churchill cracks Bakiyev with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Churchill throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Churchill needs to keep his hands up - Bakiyev had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Churchill moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Bakiyev with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Winston Churchill is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Churchill throws a series of punches but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Churchill throws a hook but Bakiyev avoids it easily.
Winston Churchill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Churchill tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bakiyev paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bakiyev fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bakiyev staying out of range there.
Bakiyev misses with a looping right.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Churchill darts in trying to clinch
and Bakiyev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Churchill thinking.
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Churchill is out of range.
Churchill throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bakiyev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Churchill wants to land a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range.
Bakiyev with a jab.
Churchill tries to clinch but Bakiyev is having none of it.
Churchill keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Churchill on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Churchill tries to clinch up
and Bakiyev counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Bakiyev jabs at Churchill's body.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot.
Churchill defending well as Bakiyev loads up on a big left hand.
Churchill tries to close the distance and clinch but Bakiyev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice side step and Bakiyev releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Churchill tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Churchill is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bakiyev can do to turn this around?
Churchill misses with a looping left.
Churchill connects with a right hand. Bakiyev shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Churchill is looking to clinch but Bakiyev is avoiding it.
Churchill is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Churchill throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Toktogulovich Bakiyev will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Churchill misses with an uppercut
and Bakiyev counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Churchill getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bakiyev closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bakiyev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Churchill.
Churchill tries a head kick but it misses. #CL#
Churchill closes the distance and clinches.
Churchill misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut.
Churchill tries to throw a body punch but Bakiyev avoids it by throwing Churchill back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Churchill tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Churchill misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Churchill. #T1#
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Churchill.
Churchill working aggressively here.
Churchill misses with a punch on the inside.
Winston Churchill has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Churchill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Churchill tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bakiyev's elbow.
Bakiyev is trying to break the clinch but Churchill is controlling him.
Bakiyev has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Churchill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Churchill tries to work over Bakiyev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bakiyev wants to get back to striking at distance but Churchill won't allow it.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Churchill.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bakiyev prevents a body shot from Churchill.
Churchill tries to throw a body punch but Bakiyev avoids it by throwing Churchill back against the cage. #T2#
Churchill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Churchill misses with a hook from the clinch.
Churchill can't find room to land a body shot as Bakiyev controls the action.
Churchill misses with a hook to the ribs.
Churchill misses with a punch on the inside.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Churchill lands an uppercut.
Churchill throws a head punch that misses.
Bakiyev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Churchill misses with a body punch.
Bakiyev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Churchill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Churchill lands a shot to the body.
Churchill swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Churchill has a couple of punches blocked by Bakiyev.
Churchill misses with the head strike.
Churchill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bakiyev backwards.
Churchill is leaning against Bakiyev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Bakiyev blocking some punches.
Churchill misses with a hook from the clinch.
Churchill misses with a punch to the body.
Churchill tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Churchill tries a body shot but Bakiyev blocks it.
Bakiyev blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Bakiyev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bakiyev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Churchill.
Churchill avoids the body shot from Bakiyev.
Churchill is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Churchill bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bakiyev's head.
Bakiyev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Churchill moves away.
Churchill wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Churchill takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bakiyev misses with a straight left.
Churchill fails in his attempt to clinch.
Churchill moves to clinch but Bakiyev breaks away
and Churchill takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Churchill lands the left hand.
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!
Churchill tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bakiyev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bakiyev scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev circles away from the clinch attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Winston Churchill showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Churchill 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:28
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Winston Churchill!
Our winner, Winston Churchill, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Destiny 164:Fakiiri vs Marshal
Date: Aug 06, 2016

#R1#
Jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Lopez throws a leg kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Bakiyev misses the body punch
and Lopez counters with a left to the body.
Lopez looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Lopez walks into a jab.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Lopez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez stalks Bakiyev and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bakiyev's face. Bakiyev staggers backwards, shaken.
Lopez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Lopez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Lopez misses with a low kick.#T1#
Lopez fails to land with a series of punches.
Bakiyev takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bakiyev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lopez throws out the jab.
Bakiyev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bakiyev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lopez misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lopez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Lopez is trying to counter with his kicks.
Lopez misses with a wild combination.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Lopez walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T2#
Lopez misses the jab.
It looked like Bakiyev was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lopez.
Lopez moves out of range of the strikes.
Lopez raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Sloppy strikes from Lopez. Those never looked like landing.
Bakiyev misses with an uppercut.
Lopez misses with a jab, cross combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Lopez takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Bakiyev changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bakiyev bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lopez's head.
It looks like Bakiyev has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Lopez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bakiyev moves away.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Lopez misses with a hook
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lopez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lopez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Bakiyev backs off Lopez throws a huge counter combo but Bakiyev manages to avoid it all.
Lopez lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Lopez at a distance.
Bakiyev avoids the head kick by Lopez.
Bakiyev was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Lopez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lopez misses with a body shot.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lopez.#T4#
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Lopez misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
Bakiyev cracks Lopez with a good jab.
Lopez throws a head kick that misses.
Bakiyev checks the leg kick nicely there.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bakiyev throws a lazy right hand but Lopez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bakiyev moves out of range of the body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice uppercut there from Bakiyev.
Lopez is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bakiyev rather than just go for the knockout.
Bakiyev is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Lopez.
Lopez throws a body punch but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev throwing a counter right hand but Lopez manages to avoid it.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Lopez misses with a left hand
and Lopez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lopez looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
Bakiyev cracks a nice hook into Lopez's ribs.
Lopez steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bakiyev.
Lopez digs a good hook to Bakiyev's body.
Lopez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lopez moves away from the strike by Bakiyev.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lopez was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Lopez might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bakiyev has got the better of the exchanges.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Lopez.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lopez unleashes a big counter combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
Bakiyev missing with a left hand there. Lopez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bakiyev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Lopez.
Lopez takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bakiyev misses the shot to the body.
Lopez throws a big counter head kick but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev lands a body shot.
Lopez throws a leg kick but Bakiyev moved away.
Bakiyev appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bakiyev lands a nice looking body shot.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Lopez.
It looked like Bakiyev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
Bakiyev lands with a shot to the body.
Lopez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev punishes Lopez's body with a nice straight punch.
Bakiyev avoids the body shot from Lopez.
Bakiyev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopez can do to turn this around?
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Bakiyev looks to score with a jab to the body but Lopez is just out of range.
Lopez throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
Lopez moves out of range as Bakiyev strikes.
Lopez looks for the body kick but Bakiyev saw that one coming.
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bakiyev takes a swing at Lopez's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Lopez misses with a wild combination.
Lopez shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bakiyev keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Miguel Lopez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bakiyev misses with a right hand
and Lopez counters with a left and a right that stings Bakiyev.
Lopez throws a sloppy head kick and Bakiyev moves out of range easily.
No joy there for Lopez, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bakiyev scores with a hook to the body. Lopez takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lopez stuns Bakiyev with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bakiyev lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bakiyev tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lopez was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakiyev.
Lopez is trying to counter with his kicks.#T4#
Bakiyev looks to throw the jab but Lopez is out of range.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopez manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lopez just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheers as Bakiyev lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lopez doesn't seem phased though.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev avoids a kick to the body.
Lopez ducks under a wild hook from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Lopez unleashes a big counter combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Bakiyev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circling - Lopez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Toktogulovich Bakiyev dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Lopez throws a head kick but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev throws a predictable looking body shot
and Lopez connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lopez swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bakiyev to counter with a crisp jab.
Lopez misses with a double jab
and Bakiyev counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Bakiyev blocks the body kick.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Lopez in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Bakiyev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez misses with a few strikes there.
Bakiyev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bakiyev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lopez tries a quick counter leg kick but Bakiyev is wise to it.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Lopez swinging wildly here.
Bakiyev scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Lopez looks to land a combination but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lopez on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bakiyev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lopez swings for the body but Bakiyev moves out of range.
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Lopez on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #T2#
Lopez throws a front kick aimed at Bakiyev's knee but Bakiyev avoids it well.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lopez throws a nice looking combination but Bakiyev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A counter left hand to the body from Bakiyev misses its target.
A slow jab from Bakiyev misses its intended target.
Lopez shapes to counter with a head kick.
Lopez takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Bakiyev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Lopez.
Bakiyev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bakiyev throws an overhand right that lands on Lopez's shoulder, as Lopez tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Lopez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bakiyev throws out the jab.
Lopez throws a big counter head kick but Bakiyev avoids it with no problem.
Bakiyev checks a leg kick nicely.
Bakiyev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Lopez.
Bakiyev tests Lopez's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bakiyev throws a shot from downtown. Lopez moves away and avoids it.
A telegraphed right hand from Bakiyev misses the target.
A left and a right from Lopez both land. Nice combination.
Lopez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev swings for the body but Lopez moves out of range.
Bakiyev just misses with a punch to the body.
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.#T4#
Lopez pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bakiyev misses with a wild body shot.
Lopez throws a wild body kick that Bakiyev sees coming a mile off.
Miguel Lopez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bakiyev listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Lopez.
Bakiyev fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lopez manages to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lopez throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bakiyev.
Bakiyev looks to land a left hand but Lopez moved out of range nicely.
Nice cross by Bakiyev.
Toktogulovich Bakiyev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bakiyev lands an overhand right.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Toktogulovich Bakiyev!
An out of breath Toktogulovich Bakiyev thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
In defeat, Miguel Lopez stepped up to the mic, saying 'no plan to retire! gonna clean up this division '.

Event: Destiny Tuesday 52
Date: Jul 12, 2016

#R1#
Bakiyev scores with a body shot.
Bakiyev takes one to the chin there.
Kuznetsov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A little feinted left hand from Bakiyev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kuznetsov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bakiyev is out of range.
Kuznetsov swings widly with a right hand
and Bakiyev counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kuznetsov with a jab.
Kuznetsov wants to clinch up but Bakiyev keeps it at a distance.
Jab from Bakiyev.
Bakiyev with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kuznetsov to score with a decent uppercut.#ROC2#
Bakiyev is rocked!
Bakiyev throws a body shot but no joy.
Oh Bakiyev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kuznetsov scores with a shot to the body.
Bakiyev seems to have got his legs back now.
We've been told by Bakiyev's head coaches at Miletich Xtreme Fighting Systems that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kuznetsov throws a lazy right hand but Bakiyev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bakiyev swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kuznetsov counters with a big right hand! Oh Bakiyev is in trouble here! Kuznetsov follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alexandr Kuznetsov!

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