Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 20, 2017

#R1#
McQuade throws a nice looking combination but Minakov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Minakov attempts a counter takedown but McQuade avoids it well and moves away.
McQuade lands with a nice body punch.
McQuade throws a combination. Minakov tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#
It looks like Oleg Minakov has been cut.
McQuade lands a jab to the nose.
McQuade lands with a cross. #ROC2#
Minakov is rocked!
McQuade fails to land with a series of punches.
Oh Minakov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Minakov takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Minakov seems to have got his legs back now.
Ohhhhh! A huge head kick from McQuade! Minakov is out on his feet! McQuade rushes in and throws more strikes. The ref is looking closely - Minakov is covering up but the punishment is just too much and the ref steps in to stop the fight! Minakov is staring into space, just thankful that the beatdown has ended. Brutal finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Booker McQuade!
Booker McQuade decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 25, 2017

#R1#
Young closes the distance but Minakov moves to the side
and Minakov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Minakov tries to clinch there but Young circles away.
Minakov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Young throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Minakov counters with a three punch combo that has Young backing up. Young nods at Minakov to acknowledge the strikes.#CL2#
Minakov rushes Young and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Minakov is struggling to control the position.#BC#
Young pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Young gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Young throws a half hearted mid kick.
A shot to the liver by Minakov. Beautiful body shot.
Minakov dives in and grabs Young's left leg, looking for a takedown. Young pushes down on Minakov's head and hops out.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Minakov.
Denny Young has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Minakov.#T1##CL#
Young moves into range and clinches up with Minakov.
Minakov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Young.
Minakov prevents the takedown attempt. #BC2#
Minakov breaks from the clinch.
Minakov lands with a straight right. Young didn't see that one coming.
Minakov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Young.
Young moves to clinch but Minakov breaks away
and Minakov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Minakov with a poor takedown
and Young counters with a three punch combo that has Minakov backing up. Minakov nods at Young to acknowledge the strikes.
Minakov lands with a shot to the body.
Minakov tries for a takedown but Young sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Minakov throws a head kick that misses #CL#
and Young moves into the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Young is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Minakov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Young has Minakov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Minakov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Minakov manages to break the clinch.
Minakov is looking to clinch.
Minakov shoots in but no luck this time.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Young gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage. #T3#
Young misses with a double jab.
Young 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.
Young is looking to clinch but Minakov is avoiding it.
Young sets himself, and Minakov steps forward looking for the clinch! Young avoids it this time.
Young displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Minakov.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Minakov.
It looked like Young was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#CL#
Young rushes Minakov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Minakov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Young's efforts to push away.
Young is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Minakov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T4#
Young is trying to drag Minakov to the mat but Minakov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Young tries for a takedown but Minakov manages to get underhooks.
Young is breathing heavily.
Minakov tries to pull guard but Young won't allow it. #TD2#
Minakov successfully pulls guard.
Minakov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Young postures up in Minakov's guard and throws a big left but Minakov blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Young is looking to work some ground and pound but Minakov has wrist control.
Minakov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Young.
Minakov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Minakov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Young.
Minakov pulls Young in to control the position.
Young 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.
Minakov keeping full guard, as Young tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Oleg Minakov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Minakov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Minakov shoots in looking for a takedown. Young tries to sprawl out of it but Minakov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Young manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL#
Young clinches up against the cage.
Young blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Minakov breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Young fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Minakov sprawls well initially but Young persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Young lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Young is looking to advance position but Minakov won't allow it. #T1#
Young wants to control but Minakov is keeping him busy.
Minakov trying to hold on to Young's head to control him but Young postures up. #SUB#
Young is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Young is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Young throwing shots but Minakov is blocking nicely.
Young lands strikes from half guard.
Young wants to pass to mount but Minakov is defending the position.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Young is thwarting Minakov's attempts to control the position.
Minakov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Young. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Young scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Minakov can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Young is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Minakov has hold of Young's hands but Young slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Minakov trying to control from the bottom.
Minakov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Young not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Minakov wants to control but Young is keeping busy.
Minakov wants to improve his position but Young is controlling well.
Young throws a strike but Minakov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Denny Young overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Young loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Young throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Young working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Young throws a strike but Minakov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Young keeping moving, preventing Minakov from controlling successfully.
Minakov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Young working a defensive guard but Minakov manages to pass into side control anyway.
A lull in the action here.#T4#
Young is trying to control Minakov's posture but Minakov avoids it. #SUB2#
Minakov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Young, who protects the arm well.
Young trying to control but Minakov flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Denny Young dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Minakov rushes Young and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Young's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Minakov fails to land the takedown.
Denny Young is winning the standup battle so far.
Minakov cracks Young with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Minakov has managed to clinch.
Young throws a punch but it's blocked by Minakov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Young tightens his grip and picks Minakov up, before dumping him to the ground. Minakov manages to land in guard.
Young with a nice head shot there.
Young trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Young is working Minakov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Young with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Minakov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Young tries to free his leg and advance position but Minakov is retaining full guard.
Young trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Minakov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Young accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Minakov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Young looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minakov is one step ahead there.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Young working a defensive guard but Minakov passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Minakov blocks the strikes from Young.
Young manages to get to full guard.
Minakov tries to free his leg and advance position but Young is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Young escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Minakov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Young controls Minakov momentarily but Minakov frees himself. #T3##SU2#
Minakov gets to his feet. Young looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Minakov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Denny Young is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Minakov forces Young back against the cage and clinches.
Minakov prevents the takedown attempt.
Minakov is pressed up against the cage. Young has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Minakov down to the mat. Minakov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Minakov throws a one two combo.
Minakov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Young defends it nicely.
Young seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches.#T4#
Young letting Minakov take a breather here.
Young has Minakov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Minakov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Denny Young. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minakov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC2#
Minakov breaks from the clinch.
Minakov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Young throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Minakov counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Minakov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Minakov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Minakov 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Minakov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 20, 2017

#R1#
Maximus will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Minakov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Maximus's half guard.
Maximus tries to roll over but Minakov keeps him under control.
Maximus is refusing to be controlled, as Minakov sits in half guard.
Maximus is controlling Minakov's trapped leg to prevent Minakov from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Maximus is looking for a sweep. Minakov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Maximus moves into full guard.
Maximus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Minakov is one step ahead there.
Maximus is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Minakov won't allow Maximus to sweep him here. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Minakov trying to control the position from guard on top but Maximus is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Maximus loads up on a big right hand but Minakov slips the punch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Minakov! But no joy.
Maximus ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Minakov moves away.
Minakov raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#TD2#
Minakov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Minakov lands in his opponent's guard.
Minakov throws a strike but Maximus rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Maximus trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom.
Maximus scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Maximus is stalling in the full guard.
Maximus looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Minakov keeping moving, preventing Maximus from controlling successfully.
Maximus works over Minakov with some ground and pound from guard.
Maximus trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom.
Maximus lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Maximus postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Maximus working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Minakov wants to stand up but Maximus is controlling him.
Maximus lands a couple of elbows.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Minakov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Maximus trying to control the position from guard on top but Minakov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maximus working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Maximus advances position into side control!
Check out the look on Maximus's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Minakov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Maximus lands an elbow.
Minakov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Maximus wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Maximus lands an elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maximus lands a nice forearm strike.
Minakov takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Minakov tries to bench press Maximus off him but Maximus keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maximus cracks Minakov with a big elbow.
Check out the look on Maximus's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Maximus 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.
Minakov wants to control but Maximus postures up.
Maximus in side control lands a decent elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Venomous Maximus dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Minakov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Maximus has his hands clasped together around Minakov's back. He's all about the action.
Maximus is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Minakov can do to turn this around?
Maximus moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Venomous Maximus overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximus pulls Minakov in close to his closed guard and prevents Minakov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1#
Maximus manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minakov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Maximus postures up and lands a big shot to Minakov's brow.
Maximus trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom.
Maximus landing with the ground and pound.
Maximus chips away with some ground and pound.
Maximus looking to pass the guard.
Minakov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Maximus is one step ahead there. #T2#
Maximus postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Maximus scoring with punches to the head and body.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Maximus's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Maximus connects with a couple of short punches.
Maximus content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Maximus keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Minakov's head.
Maximus working some strikes from top position.
Minakov keeping moving, preventing Maximus from controlling successfully.
Maximus slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Maximus stands up over Minakov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Maximus chips away with some ground and pound.
Maximus lands a couple of elbows.
Maximus stands up over Minakov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Maximus advances to half guard.
Minakov is positioning himself well to prevent Maximus advancing to mount.
Maximus trying to control the action but Minakov is working from the bottom.
Maximus moves into full mount! Minakov won't be happy about that!
Maximus landing strikes from the mount and Minakov is in trouble!
Maximus lands a nice shot to the head.
Maximus lands a big elbow.
Maximus lands a big shot there that rocks Minakov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maximus fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Minakov tries to hold on but Maximus pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Minakov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Minakov is in a horrible position here. Maximus smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position. #ROC#
Minakov is rocked!
Maximus loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Minakov scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Maximus land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Maximus stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Venomous Maximus!
During a confident post fight interview, Venomous Maximus thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 13, 2017

#R1#
Opdivo slaps away a takedown attempt from Minakov, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Minakov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Opdivo is looking to regain half guard here but Minakov keeps moving and retains side control.
Minakov misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Opdivo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Opdivo gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Minakov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Opdivo defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Opdivo wants to get back to full guard.
Opdivo is pressing down on Minakov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Opdivo wants to sweep here but Minakov controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Opdivo looking for a guillotine here but Minakov defends easily. #T1##SUB2#
Opdivo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Opdivo 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.
Minakov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Opdivo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Opdivo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minakov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Minakov keeping full guard, as Opdivo tries to pass. #T2#
Minakov keeping moving, preventing Opdivo from controlling successfully.
Opdivo pushes down on Minakov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Opdivo wants to pass the guard but Minakov is defending well.
My spies in Jitsu Jim inform me that Opdivo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Opdivo is trying to control. Minakov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Opdivo is looking to advance position but Minakov won't allow it.
Minakov gets full guard.
Opdivo wants to pass the guard but Minakov is keeping the position.#T3#
Opdivo keeps trying to improve his position.
Opdivo trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Opdivo stops Minakov from standing up.
Minakov on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Minakov tries to get out of the position.
Minakov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Minakov pulls Opdivo in to control the position.
Opdivo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Minakov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Opdivo slips nicely into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Minakov actively working from the bottom here.
Minakov is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Opdivo seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Opdivo uses his free foot to push down on Minakov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Minakov.
Opdivo wants to take Minakov's back here but Minakov is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Minakov is squirming around, avoiding Opdivo's attempts to control the action.
Minakov tries to hold on but Opdivo postures up.
Opdivo wants to take his opponent's back but instead Minakov manages to regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Minakov is looking to control Opdivo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Minakov avoid being mounted?
Minakov is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nivolumab Opdivo 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#
Opdivo misses with a double jab.
Opdivo just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromMinakov.
Opdivo fails to land with a series of punches.
Opdivo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Opdivo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Minakov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Opdivo circles away.#CL#
Minakov clinches up with Opdivo and pushes him back against the cage.
Opdivo lands with a right to the head.
Opdivo lands with a light punch inside.
Opdivo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Minakov's elbow.
Opdivo is leaning against Minakov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Opdivo lands a shoulder strike.
Minakov can't get the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Opdivo can't find room to land a body shot as Minakov controls the action.
Opdivo struggles to land a body shot inside as Minakov controls his hands. #BC#
Minakov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Opdivo misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Opdivo. Minakov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Minakov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD#
Minakov closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Minakov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Opdivo gets back to half guard.
Opdivo is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Minakov jumps into side control!
Opdivo is looking for a sweep.
Opdivo looks to move to half guard but instead Minakov has passed into mount! Damn!
Opdivo slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Opdivo is breathing heavily.
Opdivo gets full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Opdivo is on top in guard. #REVB#
Opdivo looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Opdivo won't allow Minakov to sweep him here.
Minakov is working hard here to advance position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Minakov keeping moving, preventing Opdivo from controlling successfully.
Minakov is pulling down on Opdivo's head. It's preventing any offense from Opdivo, at least for the moment.
Opdivo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Minakov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Opdivo wants to control from the top but Minakov keeps moving. #T3#
Opdivo advances to half guard.
Minakov missing with punches from the bottom.
Opdivo tries to pass to full mount but Minakov defends it.
Minakov is not content to let Opdivo control the position.
Opdivo is looking to advance position but Minakov won't allow it.
Minakov is trying to get back to full guard.
Minakov trying to control here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nivolumab Opdivo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Opdivo looks to land a combination. Minakov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Opdivo lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Opdivo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Opdivo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Opdivo misses with a body shot.
Nice body punch from Opdivo.
Oleg Minakov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Opdivo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Minakov circles away quickly and effectively.#CL#
Minakov closes the distance and pushes Opdivo back into the cage.
Minakov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Opdivo smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Minakov gets a double leg takedown into Opdivo's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Nivolumab Opdivo 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#
Minakov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Opdivo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Opdivo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Minakov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Opdivo shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Minakov eats them both and turns towards Opdivo to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Opdivo leaves Minakov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nivolumab Opdivo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Opdivo digs a good body shot into Minakov's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Opdivo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Opdivo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Minakov misses the target.
Opdivo throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Minakov moves into the clinch.
Opdivo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Opdivo misses with a body punch. #T1#
Opdivo swings wildly with an uppercut but Minakov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Opdivo lands a shot to the body.
Opdivo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Opdivo misses with a body punch.
Minakov presses Opdivo against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Minakov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Opdivo walks away with a smile on his face. Minakov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minakov shoots for a double leg takedown but Opdivo sprawls well. He's pushed Minakov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Nice body punch from Opdivo.
Minakov avoids the body shot from Opdivo.
A combination from Opdivo does no damage.
Minakov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Opdivo.
Nice defenses there by Minakov.
Opdivo misses with the combination.
Nivolumab Opdivo is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Opdivo just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Minakov drives through with a takedown into guard.
Opdivo is trying to keep Minakov in close.
Minakov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Opdivo trying to keep a closed guard but Minakov is proving a slippery customer.
Minakov tries to free his leg and advance position but Opdivo is retaining full guard. #T3#
Minakov stopping the sweep attempt from Opdivo.
Opdivo bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Minakov's guard. #REVB#
Minakov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Opdivo looking to sit in guard and control but Minakov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Minakov stands and throws Opdivo's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Minakov working the ground and pound.
Opdivo struggling a bit here.#T4#
Opdivo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Oleg Minakov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Opdivo parries the strikes from Minakov easily there. Minakov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Opdivo to escape.
Minakov takes a little break here. Opdivo wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Opdivo manages to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Opdivo trying to control here.
Oleg Minakov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Opdivo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nivolumab Opdivo comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Opdivo 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nivolumab Opdivo!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 10, 2017

#R1##CL#
Lobov instigates a clinch.
Lobov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Lobov has Minakov pressed against the cage.
Lobov tries to pull guard but Minakov holds him up against the cage and eventually Lobov drops back down to his feet.
Minakov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lobov misses with some punches. #BC#
Lobov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Minakov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Lobov clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Lobov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Lobov rushes Minakov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Lobov tries to pull guard but Minakov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lenny Lobov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Minakov tries to pull guard but Lobov won't allow it.
Lobov tries to score a body lock takedown but Minakov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Minakov leaning against his opponent.
A bit of stalling here from Lobov.
Minakov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Minakov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#TD#
Lobov jumps guard.
Lobov wants to sweep but no luck.
Lobov is working hard here to advance position.
Lobov looking to control but Minakov passes into half guard. #T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Lobov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Minakov throwing strikes from guard but Lobov blocks nicely.
Minakov throwing strikes but missing.
Lobov wants to improve his position but instead Minakov has moved into half guard.
Lobov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Minakov.
Minakov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Minakov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lobov defending well though. #T3#
Lobov trying to control from the bottom.
Lobov slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Minakov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lobov wants to sweep but no luck.
Minakov works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SU2#
Minakov escapes and gets back to his feet.
Minakov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lobov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Minakov throws a leg kick but Lobov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Lobov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Minakov defends it nicely.
Lobov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Minakov feints a counter leg kick.
Minakov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Minakov clinches. #BC2#
Minakov breaks the clinch.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Lobov shows good takedown defense.
Lobov closes the distance and clinches up with Minakov, looking for a takedown. Lobov pushes Minakov against the cage but Minakov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
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 Lenny Lobov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch but Lobov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Minakov shoots for a double leg takedown but Lobov sprawls well. He's pushed Minakov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Minakov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lobov pinned against the cage. Lobov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Minakov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lenny Lobov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Minakov.
Lobov swats away the attempt to clinch by Minakov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Lobov rushes Minakov and presses him up against the cage.
Minakov tries a body shot but Lobov blocks it.
Minakov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Lobov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Lobov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Minakov gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T1##BC#
Lobov manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lobov stops a takedown attempt from Minakov.
Lobov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Lobov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Minakov is trying to drag Lobov to the mat but Lobov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Minakov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
Lobov trying to land knees to the body.
Lobov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Lobov prevents the takedown attempt.
Lobov is trying to drag Minakov to the mat but Minakov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Lobov tries for a takedown but Minakov manages to get underhooks.
Minakov is trying to stall. #BC#
Lobov breaks the clinch. #T3#
Minakov looks to land a body kick but Lobov moved away.
Lobov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Minakov is fending him off so far but Lobov persists. Nope, Minakov circles away and we're back to standing.
Minakov goes for a double leg but Lobov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lobov continues to drive forward.
Lobov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Minakov avoids it really well and circles away.
Lobov misses with a takedown attempt
and Minakov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Minakov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Lobov counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Minakov has managed to clinch.
Lenny Lobov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD#
Lobov jumps guard and drags Minakov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #T4#
Lobov 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.
Minakov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lobov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Lobov is trying to keep Minakov in close.
Minakov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Lobov is proving hard to escape from.
Lobov wants to control but Minakov passes easily into half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Lobov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
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 Lenny Lobov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Lobov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Minakov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lobov thinking.
Lobov blocks a leg kick.
Lobov shoots in but no luck this time.
Minakov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Jab by Minakov.
No luck for Minakov with that takedown attempt.
Lobov tries to land a front kick but Minakov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lenny Lobov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lobov darts in looking for a takedown but Minakov gets double underhooks and turns Lobov into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lenny Lobov. 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.
Lobov takes a swing at Minakov's ribcage but misses.
Minakov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice sprawl there from Minakov as Lobov shoots in.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lobov tries to clinch up but Minakov circles away and keeps his distance.
Minakov unleashes a big counter combination but Lobov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Minakov has Lobov up against the cage in a clinch. #T1#
Minakov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Minakov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Minakov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lobov up against the cage.#BC2#
Minakov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Minakov.
Minakov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lobov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Minakov counters with a left and a right that stings Lobov. #T2##CL2#
Minakov gets a clinch.
Minakov stalling the fight.
Minakov tries to pull guard but Lobov holds him up against the cage and eventually Minakov drops back down to his feet. #BC#
Lobov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Minakov doesn't manage to clinch there - Lobov circles away.
Minakov misses with a takedown #CL#
and Lobov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC2#
Minakov breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Minakov moves into the clinch.
Lobov lands a body shot in the clinch. #T3#
Minakov slows down the pace here.
Lobov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lobov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Minakov blocks it with crossed arms.
Minakov tries for a takedown but Lobov manages to get underhooks.
Lobov gets underhooks to prevent Minakov's takedown attempt.
Minakov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Lobov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown but Minakov shows good takedown defense.
Minakov leaves Lobov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T4#
Minakov leaves Lobov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Minakov misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Minakov moves into range and clinches up with Lobov.#TD2#
Minakov jumps guard.
Minakov looking to control.
Minakov trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Minakov being controlled here, momentarily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#ES2#
Minakov kicks Lobov off and gets to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Minakov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Lobov 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 Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Lenny Lobov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 01, 2017

#R1#
Lobov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Minakov as he jumps to the side.
Minakov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lobov pinned against the cage. Lobov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Lobov gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage. #CL2#
Lobov clinches up against the cage.
Lobov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Minakov leaning his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Lobov looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1##BC2#
Lobov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown but Minakov shows good takedown defense.
Minakov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lobov is looking to clinch but Minakov is avoiding it.
Lobov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Oleg Minakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lenny Lobov.#CL#
Lobov tries to keep at a distance but Minakov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lobov tries for a takedown but Minakov manages to get underhooks. #BC#
Minakov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lobov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Minakov tries to counter by clinching up but Lobov breaks away and moves out of range.
Minakov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lobov was well out of range. Poor timing from Minakov.
Lobov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#T2#
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Lobov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lobov tries to close the distance and clinch but Minakov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Minakov shoots in looking for a takedown. Lobov tries to sprawl out of it but Minakov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lobov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Lobov clinches up against the cage.#BC#
Minakov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Minakov but Minakov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Lobov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T3#
Minakov with a nice cross.
Lobov falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Minakov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Minakov breaks the clinch.
Minakov misses with a kick to the body.
Lobov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lobov as he jumps to the side. #CL2#
Lobov takes the fight into the clinch.
Lobov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Minakov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
The referee is keeping an eye on Lobov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC#
Minakov breaks the clinch. #T4#
Lobov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Minakov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lobov somewhat.
Minakov throws a head kick but Lobov moves out of range.
Lobov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lobov darts in looking for a takedown but Minakov gets double underhooks and turns Lobov into the cage.
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lobov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lobov wants to counter with a clinch but Minakov pushes him away.
Minakov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lobov moves away.
Lobov shoots in but Minakov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minakov or perhaps it was just good defense by Lobov, which made it look bad.
Lobov tries to clinch but Minakov moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Minakov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Minakov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Minakov shoots in but no luck this time.
Minakov goes for a double leg but Lobov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lobov continues to drive forward.
Lobov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Minakov. #CL2#
Lobov instigates a clinch.
Minakov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lobov leaning against his opponent.
Lobov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lobov wants a takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Minakov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lobov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Minakov slaps away a takedown attempt from Lobov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Oleg Minakov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lobov shoots in for a double leg but Minakov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Minakov walks into a left hand.
Lobov fails with a takedown attempt.
Lobov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Minakov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Some wild striking there from Lobov.
Minakov wants to clinch
letting Lobov counter with a right hand. #T2#
Minakov misses with a series of wild punches.
Lobov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lobov throws a body kick that misses.
Minakov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lobov tries to avoid it but Minakov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lobov to the ground. Lobov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2#
Lobov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Minakov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lobov jumps guard but Minakov stands there with Lobov around his waist. Lobov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD2#
Lobov pulls guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lobov holds on and takes a little breather.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lobov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Lobov working a defensive guard here. #SUB2#
Lobov is looking for a triangle here but Minakov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lobov is not content to let Minakov control the position.
Lobov tries to buck Minakov off but Minakov is having none of it.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Minakov working away.
Lobov is trying to buck Minakov off.
Lobov is trying to control Minakov's posture but Minakov avoids it. #ES2#
Lobov bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lobov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lobov tries to clinch there but Minakov circles away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL#
Lobov gets tackled into the cage by Minakov. Minakov maintains the clinch. #BC#
Minakov manages to break the clinch.
Minakov fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lenny Lobov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Minakov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Minakov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lobov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lobov dives in for a single leg takedown but Minakov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Minakov throws a body shot but no joy.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minakov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lobov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And Lobov tries to counter it with a takedown but Minakov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Minakov throws a sloppy head kick and Lobov moves out of range easily.
Lobov raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Nice sprawl there from Minakov as Lobov shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lobov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It looked like Minakov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lobov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Lobov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Minakov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
As Lobov looks to move away, Minakov throws a big counter combo but Lobov just gets out of the way.
Lobov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Minakov tries to avoid it but Lobov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Minakov to the ground. Minakov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lobov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lobov leaves Minakov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Minakov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lobov throws a leg kick that misses.
Lobov checks a leg kick.
Lobov circles away from the clinch attempt
and Lobov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Minakov checks a low kick from Lobov.#T2#
Lobov has a takedown stuffed.
Lobov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Minakov 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.
Minakov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lobov defends it nicely.
Minakov wants to clinch up but Lobov keeps it at a distance.
Lobov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lobov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Minakov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Minakov attempts a counter takedown but Lobov avoids it well and moves away.#T3#
Minakov has a takedown stuffed.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Lobov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Minakov leaves Lobov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lobov misses with a head kick.
Lobov darts in looking for a takedown but Minakov gets double underhooks and turns Lobov into the cage.
As Lobov looks to move away, Minakov throws a big counter combo but Lobov just gets out of the way.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lobov as he jumps to the side.
Lobov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Minakov avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Minakov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lobov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lobov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Minakov looks to land a combination. Lobov sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lobov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lobov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Lobov rushes Minakov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Minakov wants to take the fight to the mat but Lobov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lobov tries for a takedown. No joy.

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 Oleg Minakov.
I think Minakov 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Minakov!

Event: ECFC FN 35
Date: Jan 07, 2017

#R1#
Minakov loads up on a big right hand but Simbecka slips the punch.
Simbecka appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Minakov gets a clinch. #BC2#
Minakov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Minakov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Simbecka's waist but Simbecka gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Minakov off to one side.
Minakov moves in looking to clinch but Simbecka pushes him off.
Oleg Minakov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Minakov throws a nice looking combination but Simbecka bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Simbecka appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Minakov clinches up with Simbecka and pushes him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simbecka tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Minakov just stands there and leans against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Minakov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#T1#
Simbecka fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Minakov is stalling here.
Minakov controlling the action here for a moment.
Simbecka has been working on his balance at Kemps training camp, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Minakov.
Simbecka is trying to pull guard but Minakov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Arnold Simbecka. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Simbecka tries to pull guard but Minakov holds him up against the cage and eventually Simbecka drops back down to his feet. #BC2#
Minakov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Minakov shoots in looking for a takedown but Simbecka manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Minakov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Minakov fails with the takedown.
Minakov misses with a takedown attempt - Simbecka sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Simbecka attempts a counter takedown but Minakov avoids it well and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Simbecka. No joy for Minakov on that attempt.
Simbecka feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Minakov shoots for a takedown but Simbecka saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Minakov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Simbecka circles away.
Minakov lands with a nice combination. Simbecka backs away looking to recover.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Simbecka shows good takedown defense.
Simbecka half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Minakov looking to land some kicks to the body here. #CL2#
Minakov forces Simbecka back against the cage and clinches.
Simbecka wants a takedown.
Minakov is trying to pull guard but Simbecka turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Simbecka goes for a takedown attempt but Minakov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Minakov has a takedown stuffed.
Simbecka appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T4#
Minakov tries to clinch up.
Simbecka drops down looking for a counter takedown but Minakov sprawls and moves away.
Minakov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Simbecka defends it nicely.
Nice takedown defense from Simbecka. No joy for Minakov on that attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Minakov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Simbecka checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Simbecka changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Minakov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Simbecka pinned against the cage. Simbecka gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Minakov 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#
Minakov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Simbecka is fending him off so far but Minakov persists. Nope, Simbecka circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Minakov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Minakov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Simbecka fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Minakov looks to throw a body kick#TD#
so Simbecka counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Simbecka trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom.
Simbecka is really struggling to control Minakov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Simbecka wants to control from the top but Minakov keeps moving. #T1#
Simbecka content to stall in guard here.
Simbecka trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Simbecka advances to half guard.
Minakov keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Simbecka trying to control from half guard but Minakov is working away. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Minakov tries to roll over but Simbecka keeps him under control.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches.
Simbecka drops down looking for an ankle pick but Minakov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Minakov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Simbecka stuffs the takedown.
Arnold Simbecka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Minakov.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Minakov is defended easily by Simbecka.
Arnold Simbecka is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Minakov darts in and clinches Simbecka up against the cage.#BC2#
Minakov breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Simbecka tries to keep at a distance but Minakov has taken the fight into the clinch.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Minakov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#TD2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Minakov gets control of Simbecka's arms and successfully pulls guard. Minakov will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Simbecka sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Minakov's guard.
Minakov won't allow Simbecka to pass to mount.
Simbecka is keen to just control but Minakov is a slippery customer.
Minakov wants to get back to full guard.
Minakov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simbecka trying to control the action but Minakov is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Oleg Minakov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Minakov has managed to clinch.
Simbecka tries to score a body lock takedown but Minakov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Minakov stalling the fight.
Minakov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Simbecka pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Simbecka changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Minakov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Minakov is looking to clinch but Simbecka is avoiding it.
Simbecka attempts a counter takedown but Minakov avoids it well and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Simbecka gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage.
Simbecka showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Minakov. #T1#
Minakov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Simbecka counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Simbecka.
Arnold Simbecka has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Oleg Minakov.
Simbecka wants to control from the top but Minakov keeps moving. #T2#
Simbecka throws a big right hand that misses.
Simbecka trying to control the position from guard on top but Minakov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Simbecka stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Minakov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Simbecka pushes down on Minakov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Minakov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Simbecka wants to control from the top but Minakov keeps moving. #T3#
Simbecka is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Minakov is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Simbecka gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage.
Simbecka appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Simbecka stuffs the takedown.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Simbecka gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage.
Simbecka attempts a counter takedown but Minakov avoids it well and moves away.
Minakov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Minakov fails with the takedown.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Minakov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Minakov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Simbecka attempts a counter takedown but Minakov avoids it well and moves away.
Minakov shoots and misses #TD#
and Simbecka counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Simbecka is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Simbecka looking to control but Minakov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Arnold Simbecka has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Oleg Minakov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Simbecka controlling the pace for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Arnold Simbecka showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Minakov 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Minakov!

Event: ECFC 70
Date: Dec 25, 2016

#R1##CL2#
Minakov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Minakov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Minakov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Diaz.
Diaz tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Diaz closes the distance and clinches.#TD#
Diaz jumps guard and drags Minakov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Diaz wants to sweep but no luck.
Diaz manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Minakov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Diaz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz postures up in Minakov's guard and throws a big left but Minakov blocks it.
Diaz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Minakov keeps moving. #T1#
Diaz slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Minakov is looking to reverse the position.
Minakov is trying to control Diaz's posture but Diaz avoids it.
Diaz trying to control the action but Minakov is working from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
A control attempt from Minakov but he's now mounted!
Minakov wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Diaz goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Minakov turns into him and now he's in Diaz's guard. #SUB#
Diaz throws his legs up looking for a submission but Minakov uses it to pass to side control. #T3#
Diaz wants to control but Minakov postures up.
Diaz is not content to let Minakov control the position.
You can see the frustration on Diaz's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Minakov in side control, throwing shots but Diaz defends.
Diaz tries to bench press Minakov off him but Minakov keeps the position.
An elbow from Minakov crashes against the mat.
Minakov avoids the strikes from the bottom by Diaz.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Diaz is looking to regain half guard here but Minakov keeps moving and retains side control.
Diaz is letting Minakov control him for a moment.
Diaz sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Diaz tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Diaz wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Diaz is looking for a sweep. Minakov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Minakov is thwarting Diaz's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Diaz shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Minakov as he avoids it easily.
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 Jimmy Diaz will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Diaz changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Minakov tries to avoid it but Diaz manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Minakov to the ground. Minakov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Diaz shoots in for a takedown but Minakov shows good takedown defense.
Minakov moves out of range as Diaz throws a body kick.
Diaz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Minakov scores with a body shot.
Minakov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Diaz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Diaz shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Minakov as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jimmy Diaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Diaz tries for a takedown but Minakov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Diaz sprawls well. Diaz wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Minakov gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diaz closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
Diaz misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Minakov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Diaz closes this distance looking for a takedown but Minakov circles away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Minakov gets a clinch. #BC#
Diaz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Diaz doesn't manage to clinch there - Minakov circles away.
Minakov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diaz swivels and escapes.
Minakov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Diaz manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Minakov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Diaz swivels and escapes.
Diaz tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Minakov swivels and escapes.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Diaz shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Diaz is looking to counter the offense by Minakov and move into the clinch.
Minakov shoots in for a double leg but Diaz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Diaz counters with a quick kick to the body but Minakov blocks it.#T2#
Minakov tries to clinch up but Diaz circles away and keeps his distance.
Minakov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Diaz. That one must have hurt.
Minakov misses with a takedown attempt - Diaz sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Diaz shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Diaz tries to clinch but Minakov moves out of range.
Diaz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Minakov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL2#
Minakov has closed the distance and engaged Diaz in a clinch. #TD2#
Minakov pulls Diaz into guard.
Jimmy Diaz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Diaz throws a big right hand that misses.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Minakov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Diaz passes Minakov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Diaz is just content to waste time from the top position. Minakov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Diaz with a flurry of punches that miss.
Diaz is looking to stand up but Minakov won't let him.
Diaz stops Minakov from standing up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Minakov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Minakov keeping moving, preventing Diaz from controlling successfully.
Diaz throws an elbow that misses. Minakov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Diaz's guard. Nice move by Minakov!#REVB##T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Minakov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Minakov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Diaz is trying to keep Minakov in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Diaz working a defensive guard but Minakov passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Oleg Minakov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Minakov swats away the attempt to clinch by Diaz.
Diaz fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Diaz fails with a takedown attempt.
Diaz has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jimmy Diaz. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov can't get the takedown.
Diaz tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Minakov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Diaz goes for a takedown in the clinch but Minakov prevents it. #T1#
Diaz tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Minakov avoids it.
Diaz can't get the takedown.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The referee calls for Minakov to work.
Minakov tries to pull guard but Diaz forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Diaz is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Minakov is defending well.#BC2#
Minakov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice sprawl there from Diaz as Minakov shoots in.
Diaz half committed to a counter leg kick.
Minakov scores with a three punch combo!
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Minakov. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Diaz fails to land the takedown.
Diaz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Oleg Minakov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Minakov throws a head kick but Diaz moves out of range. #CL2#
Diaz tries to keep at a distance but Minakov has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Minakov jumps guard.
Minakov keeping full guard, as Diaz tries to pass.
Diaz wants to stand but Minakov has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Diaz loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Diaz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Minakov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Diaz sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Minakov's guard. #T3#
Diaz throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Minakov wants to improve his position but Diaz is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Diaz in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Diaz is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Minakov defends it well.
Diaz sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Minakov defending well though. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Minakov has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Diaz escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Diaz!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diaz throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Diaz is looking to take a break and control but Minakov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Minakov is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Diaz is controlling him well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Minakov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Minakov 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Oleg Minakov!

Event: ECFC FN 34
Date: Dec 10, 2016

#R1#
Minakov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lobov tries to clinch there but Minakov circles away.
Minakov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Lobov circles away quickly and effectively.
Lobov shoots in looking for a takedown. Minakov tries to sprawl out of it but Lobov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Minakov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Lobov takes the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lobov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Lobov is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Minakov breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Minakov misses with a head kick.
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lobov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Despite the aggression on Lobov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Minakov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lobov circles away.
Lobov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Lobov dives in for a single leg takedown but Minakov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lobov fails with the takedown.
Oleg Minakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lenny Lobov.#CL#
Minakov darts in and clinches Lobov up against the cage.#BC#
Minakov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Horrible takedown attempt by Minakov or perhaps it was just good defense by Lobov, which made it look bad.
Minakov misses with a low kick as Lobov jumps back.
Lobov throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Lobov keeps the fight on the outside.
Minakov closes the distance but Lobov moves to the side
and Lobov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Minakov closes the distance and clinches up with Lobov, looking for a takedown. Minakov pushes Lobov against the cage but Lobov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A head kick misses from Lobov.
Minakov doesn't manage to clinch there - Lobov circles away.
Lobov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Lobov wants it to stay on the feet.
Minakov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lobov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lobov closes the distance and clinches up with Minakov, looking for a takedown. Lobov pushes Minakov against the cage but Minakov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL#
Minakov rushes Lobov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lobov stalling the fight.
Minakov is pressed up against the cage. Lobov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Minakov down to the mat. Minakov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Minakov scores with a jab to the head. #T3#
Lobov throws a head kick but Minakov moves out of range.
Minakov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lobov tries to avoid it but Minakov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lobov to the ground. Lobov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Lobov dives in for a single leg takedown but Minakov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL#
Minakov clinches. #TD2#
Lobov manages to pull guard.
Lobov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Minakov is controlling him.
Lobov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Lobov blocks the strikes from Minakov.
Lobov not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Lobov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lobov stops Minakov from getting back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lobov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Lobov stops Minakov from getting back to his feet.
Lobov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Minakov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lenny Lobov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Lobov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Minakov as he avoids it easily.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Minakov as he jumps to the side.
Lobov shoots and misses
and Minakov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Oleg Minakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lenny Lobov.
Minakov is looking to clinch but Lobov is avoiding it.
Minakov misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Lobov to counter with a crisp jab.
Lobov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lobov throws a leg kick but Minakov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Lobov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lobov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Minakov.
Lobov pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Minakov tries to clinch there but Lobov circles away.
Lobov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Minakov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lobov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown but Minakov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lobov.
Lobov is breathing heavily.
Minakov tries for a takedown but Lobov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lobov throws a counter combo.
Lobov throws a sloppy head kick and Minakov moves out of range easily.
Minakov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lobov tries to clinch but Minakov is having none of it.
Lobov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Minakov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lobov paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL#
Minakov moves into the clinch.
Lobov is looking for a takedown.
Minakov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lobov smiles and moves away. #CL#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Lobov jumps guard. #SU#
Minakov stands and steps away. Lobov gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Minakov keeps the fight on the outside.
A head kick misses from Minakov.
Lobov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Minakov throws a chopping leg kick but Lobov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Lobov is looking for the big counter here.#T3#
Minakov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Lobov but Lobov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Minakov misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Lobov counters by moving into the clinch.
Lobov blocks a body shot from Minakov.
Lobov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Minakov walks away with a smile on his face. Lobov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Minakov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Minakov tries to close the distance and clinch but Lobov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lobov shoots in looking for a takedown. Minakov tries to sprawl out of it but Lobov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Minakov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Minakov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lobov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Lobov shows good takedown defense.
Lobov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lobov misses with an attempted mid kick.
Minakov fails to land the takedown.#CL2#
Lobov pushes Minakov up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Lobov pulls guard successfully.
Lobov seems keen to control Minakov's posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lobov wants to get back to his feet but Minakov passes into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lenny Lobov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Minakov blocks a head kick by Lobov.
Lobov throws a combination that misses
and Minakov counters with a three punch combo that has Lobov backing up. Lobov nods at Minakov to acknowledge the strikes.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lenny Lobov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lobov misses with a series of wild punches.
Lobov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Minakov is out of range.
Minakov lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Minakov blocks a head kick by Lobov.
Minakov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Lobov shoots in looking for a takedown. Minakov tries to sprawl out of it but Lobov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Minakov manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov throws a right and a left that Lobov avoids nicely.
Lobov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Minakov misses with a takedown attempt - Lobov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lobov is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Lobov blocks a head kick by Minakov.
Lobov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Minakov avoids it really well and circles away.
Oleg Minakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lenny Lobov.
Minakov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Lobov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Minakov moves in looking to clinch but Lobov pushes him off.
Lobov misses with a takedown attempt
letting Minakov counter with a right hand.
Minakov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Minakov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Minakov wants it to stay on the feet.
Minakov connects with a jab.#T2#
Lobov leaves Minakov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Lobov tries to clinch but Minakov is having none of it.
Lobov throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Minakov moves into the clinch.
Lobov is trying to pull guard but Minakov has him pressed against the cage.
Lobov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Minakov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Lobov is defending well.
Minakov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC#
Minakov manages to break the clinch.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lobov as he jumps to the side.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown but Lobov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T3#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Minakov is defended easily by Lobov.
Lobov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Lobov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Minakov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lobov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Minakov tries to avoid it but Lobov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Minakov to the ground. Minakov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Minakov checks the leg kick.
Lobov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Minakov counters with a one-two to the body.
Minakov tries to clinch but Lobov moves out of range.
Lobov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#T4#
Minakov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And Lobov tries to counter it with a takedown but Minakov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lobov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lobov is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
The fight stays on the outside here - Minakov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Minakov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lobov swats away the attempt to clinch by Minakov.
Lobov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Minakov defends it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lobov moves in looking to clinch but Minakov pushes him off.
Oleg Minakov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lenny Lobov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lobov shoots in but no luck this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Oleg Minakov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lobov 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lenny Lobov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2016

#R1##TD2#
Lobov feints and as Minakov raises his hands in defense, Lobov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lobov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Minakov keeping moving, preventing Lobov from controlling successfully.
Lobov stops Minakov from standing up.
Minakov trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Minakov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lobov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Lobov postures up in Minakov's guard and throws a big left but Minakov blocks it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Lobov trying to control but Minakov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Minakov drives through and clinches with Lobov against the cage. #TD2#
Lobov successfully pulls guard.
Lobov trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Lobov throws his legs up looking for a submission but Minakov uses it to pass to side control.
Lobov looks to move to half guard but instead Minakov has passed into mount! Damn!#T2#
Lobov is trying to escape the mount.
Minakov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Minakov scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Lobov is working to get back to half guard.
Lobov's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Lobov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Lobov regains half guard.#T3#
Lobov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Minakov is working away from the top position though.
Minakov prevents Lobov from improving his position.
Lobov keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Minakov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lobov defends it well.
Minakov prevents Lobov from improving his position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lobov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lobov flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Minakov is keen to just control but Lobov is a slippery customer.
Lobov wants to get back to full guard.
Lobov throws a strike from the bottom that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lobov shoots in but Minakov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
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 Oleg Minakov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Minakov. No joy for Lobov on that attempt. #CL2#
Lobov closes the distance and clinches.
Lobov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Minakov jumps guard but Lobov stands there with Minakov around his waist. Minakov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lobov goes for a takedown attempt but Minakov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Oleg Minakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lenny Lobov.
Minakov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lobov bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Minakov's head backwards.
Minakov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lobov. #T1#
Lobov fails with the takedown
and Minakov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Minakov stuffs the takedown.
Lobov is breathing heavily.
Minakov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lobov tries to avoid it but Minakov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lobov to the ground. Lobov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Minakov swats away the attempt to clinch by Lobov.
Lobov shoots in looking for a takedown but Minakov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lobov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Lobov clinches up against the cage.
Minakov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Lobov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Minakov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lobov tries to pull guard but Minakov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Minakov wants a takedown. #T2#
Lobov tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Lobov wants a takedown.
Minakov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lobov smiles and moves away.
Oleg Minakov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Minakov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lobov slips a jab and a cross from Minakov.
And Lobov tries to counter it with a takedown but Minakov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Lobov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Minakov circles away.
Lobov tries to clinch up
and Minakov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#
Lobov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Minakov.
As Minakov backs off Lobov throws a huge counter combo but Minakov manages to avoid it all.
Lobov is still on wobbly legs! Can Minakov finish him?
Minakov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lobov avoids it really well and circles away.
Minakov swats away the attempt to clinch by Lobov.#T3#
Minakov connects with a nice cross there... Lobov is looking wobbly and Minakov recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Lobov to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Minakov jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Oleg Minakov!

Event: ECFC 69
Date: Nov 19, 2016

#R1#
Minakov dodges the punch combination from Lobov.
Lobov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Minakov dives in for a single leg takedown but Lobov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lobov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Minakov tries a head kick but it misses.
Minakov is trying hard to land a takedown here. Lobov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Minakov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lobov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Minakov lands a right hand. #T1#
Lobov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Minakov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Minakov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#CL2#
Lobov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Minakov, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Lobov manages to break the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Minakov is defended easily by Lobov.
Nice takedown defense from Minakov. No joy for Lobov on that attempt. #CL2#
Lobov clinches. #BC2#
Lobov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lobov shoots for a takedown but Minakov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T2#
Lobov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Minakov defends it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Minakov misses the target.
Minakov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lobov pinned against the cage. Lobov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Lobov wants to clinch up but Minakov keeps it at a distance.
Lobov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lobov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Minakov swivels and escapes.
Minakov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lobov sprawls well. Lobov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Minakov gets slowly back to his feet.#CL#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches. #T3#
Lobov goes for a takedown attempt but Minakov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Minakov shoots and misses
and Lobov counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice sprawl there from Lobov as Minakov shoots in.
Minakov fails to land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Minakov gets tackled into the cage by Lobov. Lobov maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Lobov breaks the clinch.
Lobov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Minakov keeps the fight on the outside.
Some wild striking there from Lobov. #T4#
Minakov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Minakov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown but Minakov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Minakov shoots for a double leg takedown but Lobov sprawls well. He's pushed Minakov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lobov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Minakov.
A bone on bone clash there as Lobov blocks the leg kick. #CL2#
Lobov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Minakov tries to score a body lock takedown but Lobov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Lobov manages to break the clinch. #TD2#
Lobov drives through with a takedown into guard. #ES#
Minakov has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Lobov is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Lobov looks winded!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Minakov is trying to force a seperation but Lobov has the dominant position.
Lobov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Minakov has him pressed against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lenny Lobov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Minakov throws a head kick but Lobov moves out of range.
Minakov sets himself, and Lobov steps forward looking for the clinch! Minakov avoids it this time.
Lobov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Minakov misses the shot to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lobov.
Minakov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lobov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lobov darts in looking for a takedown but Minakov gets double underhooks and turns Lobov into the cage.
Lobov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lobov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice sprawl there from Minakov as Lobov shoots in.
Minakov tries to counter with a takedown but Lobov is quick to defend against it.
Oleg Minakov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lenny Lobov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Minakov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lobov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lobov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lobov is breathing heavily.#T1#
Lobov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Minakov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
As Lobov tries to get set, Minakov tries to push him back and clinch up but Lobov manages to avoid the attempt.
Lobov is looking to clinch.
Lobov avoids the body shot from Minakov.
Minakov shoots in for a double leg but Lobov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Minakov darts in looking for a takedown but Lobov gets double underhooks and turns Minakov into the cage.
Minakov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lobov is fending him off so far but Minakov persists. Nope, Lobov circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Lobov rushes Minakov and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Lobov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lobov fails with a takedown attempt.
Minakov is looking to counter the offense by Lobov and move into the clinch.
Minakov tries to land a front kick but Lobov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Minakov. #T2#
Lobov misses with a head kick.
Lobov throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Minakov counters by clinching up. #TD2#
Lobov decides to pull guard.
Lobov wants to sweep but no luck.
Lobov has Minakov pulled in close to control his posture.
Minakov won't allow Lobov to sweep him here.
Minakov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lobov wants to sweep but no luck. #T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Minakov seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL#
Minakov clinches up with Lobov and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Lobov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Minakov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL2#
and Lobov moves into the clinch.
Lobov throws a knee to the head but misses. #T4##BC2#
Lobov breaks the clinch.
Lobov tries for a takedown but Minakov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Lobov keeps the fight on the outside.
Minakov fails with the takedown.
Minakov misses with a body kick.
Lobov moves out of range of the strikes.
Lobov wants to clinch.
Lenny Lobov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
No luck for Lobov with that takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lenny Lobov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Minakov swats away the attempt to clinch by Lobov.
Lobov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Lobov.
Minakov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Lobov moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Lobov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lobov moves into the clinch successfully.
Minakov jumps guard but Lobov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lobov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Minakov after a bit of a struggle.
Minakov is trying to pull guard but Lobov has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Oleg Minakov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Minakov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Lobov walks away with a smile on his face. Minakov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Lobov lands a two punch combo. #CL2#
Lobov clinches up with Minakov and pushes him back against the cage.
Minakov tries to pull guard but Lobov won't allow it.
Minakov is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Minakov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown but Minakov shows good takedown defense.
Lobov looks for a takedown but Minakov sprawls well.
Lobov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lobov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Minakov.#T2#
Minakov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lobov defends well and Minakov ends up having to push Lobov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lobov misses with a takedown attempt - Minakov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lobov goes for a double leg but Minakov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Minakov continues to drive forward.
Minakov seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lobov fails to land the takedown.
Lobov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Minakov as he avoids it easily.
Minakov lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Lobov stuffs the takedown attempt from Minakov. Minakov gets slowly back to his feet.
Minakov is looking to clinch.
Oleg Minakov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lobov looks for a takedown but Minakov sprawls well.#T3#
Minakov closes the distance and clinches up with Lobov, looking for a takedown. Minakov pushes Lobov against the cage but Lobov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lobov follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Lobov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL#
Minakov takes the fight into the clinch.
Minakov wants to take the fight to the mat but Lobov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Lobov wants a takedown.
Stalling in the clinch from Minakov. #TD#
Minakov jumps guard and drags Lobov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Lobov trying to control the position from guard on top but Minakov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Minakov is controlling Lobov's posture.#SU2#
Lobov stands up from guard. Let's bang! #CL#
Minakov moves into the clinch.
Lobov tries to pull guard but Minakov holds him up against the cage and eventually Lobov drops back down to his feet.
Minakov is working for takedown but Lobov is calmly controlling the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Lobov manages to break the clinch.
Oleg Minakov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lenny Lobov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Minakov wants to clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lenny Lobov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Lobov 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 28:29
Judge William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lenny Lobov!

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