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Event:
ABW 190 Kansalainen - Nielsen
Date: Jan 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Uszatov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Torres sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Uszatov somewhat.
Uszatov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Uszatov shoots and misses
and Torres connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Torres misses with a body shot.
Uszatov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Good standup being displayed there by Torres as he connects with a hook.
Torres lands a nice shot that snaps Uszatov's head back.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Uszatov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Torres, as that shot connected.
#CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Torres as he avoids it easily.
Torres throws out a counter right but Uszatov avoids it with no problem.
Torres is looking to land body kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uszatov shoots in but no luck this time.
Jab, jab by Torres - just one landing.
Torres throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Uszatov counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Torres trying to control but Uszatov postures up.
Torres throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Torres has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Torres tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Torres is trying to stand up here but Uszatov is controlling him well.
Uszatov misses with a head shot. Torres uses the momentum to regain guard.
Uszatov being controlled here momentarily.
Torres is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Uszatov is controlling him.
Uszatov throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Torres 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##T2#
Torres is keen to just control but Uszatov is a slippery customer.
Uszatov is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Uszatov has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Torres is working away from the top position though.
Torres is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Torres lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Uszatov is trying to maintain the position but Torres is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Torres sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Uszatov defending well though.
Torres wants to lay and pray for a moment but Uszatov keeps working.
Torres might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Uszatov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Uszatov wants to control but Torres is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Torres is nestled in close to Uszatov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Torres keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Uszatov is in trouble now - Torres has advanced to mount!
Torres looking to finish Uszatov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Uszatov!#CUT2#
Konstantin Uszatov's cut is getting worse.
Uszatov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Torres postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Uszatov looks a forlorn figure.
#ROC2#
Uszatov is rocked!#CUT2#
Konstantin Uszatov's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Konstantin Uszatov's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ricco Torres!
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Event:
ABW 180 Bhullar - Maugon
Date: Nov 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Uszatov fails with the takedown
and Wolf counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.#TD2#
Uszatov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Uszatov lands in his opponent's guard.
Wolf is pulling down on Uszatov's head to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wolf is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Wolf with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Uszatov looking for a guillotine here but Wolf defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wolf postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wolf keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Uszatov's head.#T1#
Uszatov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wolf is fighting to break Uszatov's control of his arms but Uszatov is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Wolf missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wolf stands up over Uszatov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Wolf trying to control but Uszatov is working from the bottom.
Wolf postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT#
That has opened up Konstantin Uszatov's cut even more.
Wolf scoring with punches to the head and body. #CUT#
The cut above Konstantin Uszatov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Konstantin Uszatov's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Howlin Wolf!
A relieved looking Howlin Wolf thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
ABW 165 Lopez - Rones
Date: Oct 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Smith throws a body punch but Uszatov moves out of range.
Smith punishes Uszatov's body with a nice straight punch.#TD2#
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Smith is pressing down on Uszatov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Uszatov is looking to work some ground and pound but Smith has wrist control.
Smith wants to stand and escape but Uszatov is having none of it.
Uszatov postures up in Smith's guard and throws a big left but Smith blocks it.
Uszatov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith wants to stand and escape but Uszatov is having none of it.
Uszatov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Smith works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Uszatov wants to control from the top but Smith keeps moving.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T1#
Uszatov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Smith gets caught napping as Uszatov dives in and scores a takedown. Smith manages to retain guard.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Smith manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Uszatov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Smith fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Smith jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Smith leaves Uszatov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Uszatov tries for a takedown but Smith sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
John Smith has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Uszatov.#KD#
Smith drops Uszatov with a beautiful combination! Uszatov stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Smith is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Uszatov is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice takedown defense from Smith. No joy for Uszatov on that attempt.
Uszatov is still on wobbly legs! Can Smith finish him?
Smith definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Uszatov walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Uszatov limp body while Smith jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). John Smith!
An out of breath John Smith thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
ABW 159 Smith - Wolf
Date: Sep 11, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Uszatov drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Uszatov is in close to Harada's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Uszatov won't allow Harada to get back to his feet.
Uszatov cracks Harada with a solid left hand.
Uszatov won't allow Harada to get back to his feet.
Uszatov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Uszatov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #CUT#
It looks like Takashi Harada has been cut.
Harada doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Uszatov landing some decent shots from guard.
Uszatov distracts Harada with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Uszatov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Uszatov 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.
Uszatov trying to control but Harada is working from the bottom.
Harada trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Harada wants to get back to his feet but Uszatov is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Uszatov is working Harada over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #CUT#
That has opened up Takashi Harada's cut even more.
Harada is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Uszatov is controlling him.
Harada trying to strike off his back.
#SUB#
Uszatov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Uszatov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Uszatov stops Harada from standing up.
Uszatov chips away with some ground and pound.#CUT#
Takashi Harada's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Takashi Harada's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Konstantin Uszatov!
A victorious Konstantin Uszatov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
ABW 150 McArthur - Nielsen
Date: Aug 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Uszatov with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Lee X I I I counter with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Uszatov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Lee X I I I cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Uszatov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Uszatov with a lazy takedown attempt #KD#
and Lee X I I I counters with a crisp one two that drops Uszatov! Lee X I I I thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Uszatov to his feet! Uszatov is in big trouble!#ROC#
Uszatov is rocked!
Jackie Lee X I I I has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Uszatov.
A big right followed by a crushing left from Lee X I I I knocks Uszatov out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jackie Lee X I I I!
Jackie Lee X I I I bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
ABW 141 Lopez - Turnbull
Date: Jun 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Belov stuffs the takedown attempt from Uszatov. Uszatov gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Belov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A clash of legs there as Uszatov blocks the low kick.
Uszatov shoots in looking for a takedown but Belov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Uszatov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Uszatov with a poor takedown
enabling Belov to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Uszatov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Uszatov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uszatov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD2#
and Belov counters with a nice right hand that sends Uszatov toppling to the canvas! Uszatov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Belov finish him?!#ROC2#
Uszatov is rocked!
Uszatov misses with a takedown attempt - Belov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Uszatov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Belov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Belov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Uszatov.
Konstantin Uszatov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Belov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Uszatov is breathing heavily.
Belov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T1#
Uszatov has a takedown stuffed.
Belov walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Uszatov drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Belov swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Uszatov's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ushat Belov!
An out of breath Ushat Belov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
ABW 133 Lopez- Uesugi
Date: May 24, 2018 |
#R1#
Tobacco scores with a decent looking hook.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Tobacco catches Uszatov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice body punch from Tobacco.
Horrible takedown attempt by Uszatov or perhaps it was just good defense by Tobacco, which made it look bad.
Tobacco digs a good hook to Uszatov's body.
Uszatov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Uszatov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
That kick from Tobacco tenderised Uszatov's leg. Uszatov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nice shot by Tobacco.
Tobacco cracks Uszatov with a hook to the temple - Uszatov is on wobbly legs here! Tobacco swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Uszatov falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Tobacco wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Big Tobacco!
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Event:
ABW 120 Bear - Belov
Date: Apr 05, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Uszatov enables Diaz to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Uszatov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Diaz preventing the sweep.
Diaz postures up.
Diaz working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Uszatov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Uszatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Uszatov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Diaz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Diaz with a nice head shot there.#CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.#T1#
Diaz 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.
Diaz postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Diaz throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Uszatov is looking for a triangle but Diaz pushes his legs off easily.
Diaz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Uszatov works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Diaz thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Diaz postures up.
Diaz trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Uszatov wants to sweep here but Diaz controlling him for the moment. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Uszatov tries for a takedown but Diaz circles away easily
and Diaz counters with a series of strikes. Uszatov will be more careful next time no doubt.
No luck for Uszatov with that takedown attempt.
Uszatov tries for a takedown but Diaz sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Uszatov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Uszatov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Diaz to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Diaz postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #CUT2#
Konstantin Uszatov's cut is getting worse.
Uszatov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Uszatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Uszatov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Diaz on the ground.
Uszatov 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.#T3#
Diaz scoring with punches to the head and body.
Diaz trying to control the position from guard on top but Uszatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Uszatov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Diaz wants to control from the top but Uszatov keeps moving.
Diaz controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Diaz in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Diaz throwing strikes from guard but Uszatov blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Diaz working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Uszatov's head.
Diaz throws a big right hand that misses.
Diaz trying to control but Uszatov is working from the bottom.
Diaz throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Uszatov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diaz throwing strikes but missing.
Diaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Uszatov is keeping the position for now.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Diaz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Konstantin Uszatov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Diaz as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Diaz shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Uszatov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Uszatov keeping full guard, as Diaz tries to pass.
Diaz is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Diaz postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Uszatov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Diaz, into his guard. #REVR#
Diaz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Uszatov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Diaz has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Uszatov has managed to get both his arms back between Diaz's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Uszatov throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Diaz is looking to cinch up a triangle. Uszatov throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Diaz's body to avoid the submission. Diaz has instead reached around Uszatov's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Diaz arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jeff Diaz!
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Event:
ABW 109 Gonza - Toten
Date: Feb 27, 2018 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Riverson.
Riverson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown but Riverson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Uszatov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Riverson follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Uszatov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Riverson circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Uszatov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uszatov moves out of range as Riverson throws a body kick.
Riverson throws a head kick but Uszatov moves out of range.
Uszatov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Riverson circles away.
Uszatov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRiverson.#KD2#
Riverson lands a big head kick that sends Uszatov tumbling to the mat! Riverson takes a step backwards and waves Uszatov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Uszatov is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Riverson lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Uszatov crumples to the floor! Riverson milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). John Riverson!
John Riverson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
ABW 103 Nielsen - Huhrera
Date: Jan 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Uszatov as Skrarski shoots in.#TD2#
Skrarski closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Uszatov did well to prevent Skrarski getting side control.
Skrarski is looking to stall here but Uszatov recovers full guard.
Skrarski wants to pass the guard but Uszatov is keeping the position.
Skrarski trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Skrarski wants to pass the guard but Uszatov is keeping the position.
Uszatov is trying to control the position but Skrarski postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uszatov controlling the position.
Uszatov trying to keep a closed guard but Skrarski is proving a slippery customer.
Skrarski is looking to work some ground and pound but Uszatov has wrist control.#T1#
Skrarski in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Uszatov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skrarski loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Uszatov pulls Skrarski in close to his closed guard and prevents Skrarski from doing any damage or advancing position.
Skrarski looking to sit in guard and control but Uszatov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Skrarski can do anything to dispel that myth.
Uszatov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Uszatov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Skrarski wants to sweep but no luck.
Skrarski avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Skrarski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Uszatov is one step ahead there. #T2#
Skrarski seems keen to control Uszatov's posture.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Skrarski keeping moving, preventing Uszatov from controlling successfully.
Uszatov throwing strikes from guard but Skrarski blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uszatov stands up over Skrarski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Skrarski throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Uszatov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Uszatov stops Skrarski from standing up.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Uszatov with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Skrarski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Uszatov.
Uszatov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Uszatov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Uszatov throws a big elbow that misses.
Skrarski is trying to control the position but Uszatov postures up.
Skrarski avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Uszatov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Uszatov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Skrarski looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Uszatov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Uszatov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4#
Uszatov is in close to Skrarski's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Uszatov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Uszatov lands a couple of digs.
Uszatov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Uszatov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Skrarski controls Uszatov momentarily but Uszatov frees himself.
Skrarski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Uszatov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Skrarski with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Skrarski drops back, looking for a kneebar! Uszatov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Uszatov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Uszatov! #REVR#
Uszatov working the ground and pound but Skrarski is defending the strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konstantin Uszatov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Konstantin Uszatov's cut.
That's time! Uszatov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Skrarski is trying hard to land a takedown here. Uszatov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Uszatov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB#
Uszatov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Skrarski defends it well.
Skrarski is trying to get back to full guard.
Skrarski punching from the bottom.
Skrarski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Uszatov is working away from the top position though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Uszatov lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uszatov working the head and body with strikes.
Konstantin Uszatov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Uszatov thows a huge punch but Skrarski dodges it nicely.
Uszatov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Skrarski defending well though. #T1#
Skrarski is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Uszatov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Uszatov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Skrarski is not content to let Uszatov control the position.
Skrarski is trying to control but Uszatov manages to pass to mount!
Uszatov 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.
Uszatov lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#
Skrarski is rocked!
Uszatov looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Skrarski covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Konstantin Uszatov!
A victorious Konstantin Uszatov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
ABW 90 Distacio Jr - Space
Date: Dec 19, 2017 |
#R1#
Blue throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Uszatov counters with a nice double leg into side control. Blue won't be happy with that.
Uszatov misses with the ground and pound.
Uszatov in side control, throwing shots but Blue defends.
Blue is looking for a sweep.
Uszatov throwing strikes but Blue manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Blue wants to stand but Uszatov has his arm trapped.
Uszatov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Blue is trying to get back to full guard.
Blue blocking the ground and pound attempt from Uszatov.
Uszatov thows a huge punch but Blue dodges it nicely.
Uszatov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Uszatov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Uszatov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T1#
Uszatov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Blue with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB2#
Uszatov is looking for a kimura but Blue is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Uszatov to get the leverage.
Uszatov slows the pace down in half guard.
Uszatov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Blue's head.
Uszatov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Uszatov thows a huge punch but Blue dodges it nicely.
Blue is looking for a sweep. Uszatov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Uszatov wants to control but Blue is keeping him busy.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Uszatov lands a nice short elbow.
Uszatov with the ground and pound but Blue uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Blue seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Uszatov distracts Blue with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Blue on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Blue tries to get out of the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Uszatov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Blue not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Blue working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Uszatov. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Uszatov or perhaps it was just good defense by Blue, which made it look bad. #T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Uszatov.
No luck for Blue with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Blue gets caught flat footed, as Uszatov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Uszatov is looking to work some ground and pound but Blue has wrist control.
Blue trying to control the position.
Uszatov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Uszatov lands a couple of elbows.
Uszatov is working Blue over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
Uszatov landing with the ground and pound.
Uszatov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uszatov trying to control but Blue is working from the bottom.
Uszatov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Uszatov cracks Blue with a solid left hand.
Uszatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Blue is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Uszatov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Uszatov trying to control but Blue is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konstantin Uszatov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Uszatov shoots in looking for a takedown. Blue tries to sprawl out of it but Uszatov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Blue manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown but Blue shows good takedown defense.
Blue closes the distance and clinches up with Uszatov, looking for a takedown. Blue pushes Uszatov against the cage but Uszatov circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Blue tries for a takedown but Uszatov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Uszatov.
Waldo Blue has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Uszatov.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown but Blue shows good takedown defense.
Uszatov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Blue defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blue fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Uszatov closes the distance and clinches up with Blue, looking for a takedown. Uszatov pushes Blue against the cage but Blue circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Uszatov is defended easily by Blue.#T1##TD2#
Uszatov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Blue's guard.
Blue looking to hit a scissor sweep but Uszatov is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Uszatov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Blue is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Blue has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Uszatov is trying to keep Blue in close.
Uszatov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Uszatov has Blue pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
Blue loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Blue is looking to work some ground and pound but Uszatov has wrist control.
Blue trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Uszatov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Uszatov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Blue throws a strike but Uszatov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Konstantin Uszatov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Blue keeping moving, preventing Uszatov from controlling successfully.
Uszatov landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Uszatov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Uszatov lands a couple of elbows.
Blue preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Uszatov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Uszatov throwing strikes from guard but Blue blocks nicely.
Uszatov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Blue keeping moving, preventing Uszatov from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Uszatov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Blue tries to avoid it but Uszatov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Blue to the ground. Blue escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Uszatov fails with a takedown attempt.
Blue feinted with a counter takedown.
Uszatov has a takedown stuffed.
Uszatov moves away from the strike by Blue.
Blue fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Uszatov avoids it really well and circles away.
Uszatov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Blue shoots in for a takedown but Uszatov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Blue stuffs the takedown.
Blue stuffs the takedown.
Uszatov is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Uszatov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Blue was covering up waiting for the punch and Uszatov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Uszatov connects with a couple of short punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Konstantin Uszatov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Uszatov shoots in looking for a takedown. Blue tries to sprawl out of it but Uszatov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Blue manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Uszatov fails with the takedown#TD#
and Blue counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Blue thows a huge punch but Uszatov dodges it nicely.
Blue looks to land a strike but Uszatov avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Blue is in close to Uszatov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blue with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Uszatov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blue doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blue manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Blue stands up over Uszatov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Blue throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Uszatov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Blue accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Uszatov keeping moving, preventing Blue from controlling successfully.
Blue throws a strike but Uszatov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Uszatov connects with a couple of short punches.
Blue trying to control the position here.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Uszatov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Blue has momentary wrist control but Uszatov slips an elbow through the middle.
Blue working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Uszatov.
Blue preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Uszatov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Uszatov wants to control from the top but Blue keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Konstantin Uszatov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Blue throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Uszatov's waist but Uszatov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Blue off to one side.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown but Blue shows good takedown defense.
Waldo Blue has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Uszatov.
Blue throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Uszatov's waist but Uszatov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Blue off to one side. #TD2#
Uszatov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Blue quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Uszatov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Uszatov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Uszatov connects with a nice short shot to Blue's temple.
Waldo Blue has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Uszatov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Blue's head.
Uszatov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Uszatov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Uszatov lands strikes from half guard.
Uszatov lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Uszatov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Blue is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Uszatov is looking for submissions but instead, Blue has regained full guard.
Uszatov postures up and lands a big shot to Blue's brow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Uszatov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Uszatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Blue is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Konstantin Uszatov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Uszatov is stalling in the full guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that's the end of the fight!
Konstantin Uszatov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Uszatov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Konstantin Uszatov!
An out of breath Konstantin Uszatov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
ABW 77 Tektas - Wolf
Date: Nov 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Uszatov leaves Skrarski with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Skrarski looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Uszatov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Skrarski to the ground. Uszatov is now in Skrarski's guard.
Uszatov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Uszatov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Skrarski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Uszatov.
Uszatov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Uszatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Skrarski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Uszatov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skrarski is trying to keep Uszatov in close.
Uszatov wants to control from the top but Skrarski keeps moving. #T1#
Uszatov preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Uszatov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Skrarski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Uszatov has Skrarski in his guard.#REVR#
Skrarski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Uszatov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Uszatov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Skrarski throws an elbow that misses. Uszatov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Skrarski's guard. Nice move by Uszatov!#REVB#
Uszatov postures up and lands a big shot to Skrarski's brow.
Skrarski has momentary wrist control but Uszatov slips an elbow through the middle.
Skrarski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Uszatov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Uszatov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Uszatov throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uszatov stands up over Skrarski, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Uszatov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Skrarski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Uszatov won't allow Skrarski to get back to his feet.
Skrarski definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Skrarski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Uszatov throwing strikes from guard but Skrarski blocks nicely.
Uszatov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Uszatov told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T3#
Uszatov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#ROC2#
Skrarski is rocked!
Uszatov cracks Skrarski with a solid left hand.
Oh Skrarski is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Uszatov postures up, still in guard. A huge hammer fist lands that bounces Skrarski's head off the mat! Skrarski is out! He's out! Uszatov jumps to his feet and celebrates with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Konstantin Uszatov!
Konstantin Uszatov thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
ABW 75 Diamond Edition
Date: Oct 26, 2017 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Uszatov is defended easily by Williams.
Uszatov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Williams.
Uszatov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Williams counters with a series of strikes. Uszatov will be more careful next time no doubt.
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jared Williams has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Konstantin Uszatov.
Uszatov fails with the takedown.
Uszatov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Williams.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uszatov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Uszatov takes one to the chin there.
Williams misses with a jab, cross combination.
Williams goes for a small jab and connects. Now Williams goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Uszatov stumbles back but Williams runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Uszatov to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Uszatov will ever be the same after a knockout like that.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jared Williams!
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Event:
ABW 67 McBreezer - Takano
Date: Sep 28, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Uszatov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Henrique pushes Uszatov off looking to stand but Uszatov dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB2#
Uszatov is looking for a kimura but Henrique is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Uszatov to get the leverage.
Henrique wants to control but Uszatov is keeping busy.
Uszatov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Uszatov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Uszatov in particular looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uszatov working over Henrique with some ground and pound. Henrique looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Uszatov working the head and body with strikes. #CUT2#
It looks like Pedro Henrique has been cut.
Uszatov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Uszatov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1#
Uszatov lands a big elbow from half guard. That looks like it's hurt Henrique quite badly. Henrique pulls Uszatov in close trying to recover. Uszatov postures up and lands two really hard shots that put Henrique on queer street! The ref takes a look and decides to call an end to the fight! Possibly an early stoppage but Henrique doesn't seem to be complaining too much.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Konstantin Uszatov!
An out of breath Konstantin Uszatov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
ABW 54 Scrotum - Monkey
Date: Aug 17, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Uszatov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Uszatov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Uszatov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Omalley works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Uszatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Omalley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Uszatov throws a strike but Omalley rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Uszatov pulls Omalley in to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Omalley trying to control the position from guard on top but Uszatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Uszatov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Omalley. #T1##SU2#
Omalley gets to his feet. Uszatov looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Omalley misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Uszatov decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Omalley's guard.
Uszatov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Uszatov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Uszatov trying to control but Omalley is working from the bottom.
Omalley wants to stand and escape but Uszatov is having none of it. #SUB#
Uszatov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Uszatov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Uszatov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Uszatov 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.
Omalley wants to sweep here but Uszatov controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Uszatov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Uszatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Omalley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Uszatov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Omalley wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Omalley is looking for a triangle but Uszatov pushes his legs off easily.
Uszatov is working Omalley over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Uszatov landing some decent shots from guard.
Omalley not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Omalley looks winded!
Uszatov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Uszatov distracts Omalley with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Omalley wants to sweep here but Uszatov controlling him for the moment.
Uszatov chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Uszatov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Uszatov works over Omalley with some ground and pound from guard.
Omalley keeping moving, preventing Uszatov from controlling successfully.
Uszatov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Uszatov trying to control but Omalley is working from the bottom.
Uszatov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Omalley working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Uszatov. #T4#
Uszatov distracts Omalley with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Uszatov with a nice head shot there.#CUT#
It looks like John Omalley has been cut.
Uszatov lands a couple of digs.
Uszatov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Uszatov wants to control from the top but Omalley keeps moving.
Uszatov lands a couple of elbows.
Uszatov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Omalley's head.
Omalley utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Uszatov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Uszatov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Uszatov working some strikes from top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Konstantin Uszatov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on John Omalley's cut.
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##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Omalley enables Uszatov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Omalley manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#ES2#
Omalley wriggles free and stands up.
Omalley fails with the takedown.#TD#
Uszatov shoots in and bounces Omalley off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Uszatov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Uszatov is working Omalley over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Uszatov working some strikes from top position.
Uszatov is working Omalley over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Omalley has momentary wrist control but Uszatov slips an elbow through the middle.
Omalley is breathing heavily.
Uszatov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T1#
Uszatov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Uszatov connects with a couple of short punches.
Konstantin Uszatov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Uszatov lands a couple of digs.
Uszatov with a nice head shot there.
Uszatov landing with the ground and pound.
Uszatov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Uszatov works over Omalley with some ground and pound from guard.
Uszatov is working Omalley over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #CUT#
That has opened up John Omalley's cut even more.#SU#
Uszatov stands up from Omalley's guard - Uszatov perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD#
Uszatov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Omalley's guard.#T2#
Uszatov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#CUT#
The cut above John Omalley's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Uszatov 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.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Uszatov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Uszatov landing some decent shots from guard.
Uszatov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Omalley can do to turn this around?
Uszatov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Uszatov wants to control from the top but Omalley keeps moving.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Omalley can do anything to dispel that myth.
Uszatov is really struggling to control Omalley but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Uszatov throws a big right hand that misses.
Uszatov with a nice head shot there.#CUT#
John Omalley's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at John Omalley's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Konstantin Uszatov!
During a confident post fight interview, Konstantin Uszatov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
ABW 47 Athanas - Bush
Date: Jul 25, 2017 |
#R1#
Saltsage fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Uszatov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Saltsage looks to land a left hand but Uszatov moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Saltsage gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Uszatov trying to control the position from guard on top but Saltsage is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Saltsage working for a triangle but Uszatov defends it easily.
#SU#
Uszatov stands and steps away. Saltsage gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Saltsage lands a glancing blow to the side of Uszatov's head.#CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Saltsage ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Saltsage stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Saltsage wants it to stay on the feet.
Saltsage lands with a good body shot.
Uszatov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Saltsage defends it nicely.#T1#
Saltsage cracks Uszatov with a good jab.
Saltsage digs a good body shot into Uszatov's ribs.#KD2#
Saltsage lands a left and a right that send Uszatov crashing to the mat, dazed. Saltsage thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#
Uszatov is rocked!
Saltsage ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Oh Uszatov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Uszatov walks straight into a right hand from Saltsage - that's dropped him! Saltsage jumps into mount and starts pounding away - can he finish?! More strikes go undefended and the referee has to dive in to save Uszatov from any more punishment! Uszatov complains about the stoppage but falls over as he tries to stand back up, so it was clearly a good stoppage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Gjalund Saltsage!
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Event:
Angry Birds War 34
Date: Jun 19, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Uszatov shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Uszatov was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
King bucks up and tries to throw Uszatov off but instead Uszatov has got his back!#SUB2#
Uszatov is cranking King's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for King! He's tightened the choke and King is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Konstantin Uszatov!
During a confident post fight interview, Konstantin Uszatov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Angry Birds War 20
Date: May 21, 2017 |
#R1#
Athanas lands a right hook to the body.
Athanas with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Athanas cracks Uszatov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Good shot there by Athanas.#CUT#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Athanas fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Athanas lands a nice shot to the body.
Uszatov looks winded!
Athanas dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Athanas throws a monster overhand right that drops Uszatov! Athanas follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ajax Athanas!
An out of breath Ajax Athanas thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
HFC 45
Date: Apr 01, 2017 |
#R1#
Mccarthy misses with a double jab.
Uszatov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mccarthy.
Uszatov ducks under a wild hook from Mccarthy.
Mccarthy stuffs the takedown attempt from Uszatov. Uszatov gets slowly back to his feet.
Mccarthy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Uszatov darts in looking for a takedown but Mccarthy gets double underhooks and turns Uszatov into the cage.
Mccarthy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Uszatovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT2#
It looks like Konstantin Uszatov has been cut.
Uszatov dives in and grabs Mccarthy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Mccarthy pushes down on Uszatov's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Konstantin Uszatov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uszatov has his takedown stuffed
and Mccarthy counters with a big right hand! Oh Uszatov is in trouble here! Mccarthy follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Josh Mccarthy!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Uszatov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Armstrong looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Armstrong really is a fat lump.#SUB2#
Uszatov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Uszatov looking to control but instead Armstrong has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Armstrong works his way to full guard. Good work.
Armstrong keeping moving, preventing Uszatov from controlling successfully.
Armstrong working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uszatov wants to control from the top but Armstrong keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Uszatov throwing strikes from guard but Armstrong blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Uszatov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Armstrong is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Armstrong has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Uszatov trying to control the position here.
Armstrong is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Uszatov has his hands on Armstrong's head, controlling the position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Armstrong works over Uszatov with some ground and pound from guard.
Uszatov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Uszatov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Armstrong postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Armstrong is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Armstrong working some strikes from top position.
Armstrong stays in close to Uszatov's body and controls the position.
Armstrong throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Armstrong being controlled here momentarily. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD2#
Armstrong gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Uszatov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Uszatov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Uszatov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Armstrong manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Uszatov has Armstrong in his guard.#REVR##T4#
Armstrong trying to control but Uszatov is working from the bottom.
Uszatov wants to control the position but Armstrong says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Uszatov wants to control but Armstrong is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Uszatov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Armstrong scores with a couple of nice shots.
Uszatov desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Uszatov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
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 Teodoro Armstrong will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Uszatov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Uszatov lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Uszatov postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Armstrong is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Uszatov, into his guard. #REVR#
Armstrong engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Konstantin Uszatov has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Armstrong postures up.
#T1#
Uszatov working a defensive guard but Armstrong passes into half guard.
Uszatov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Armstrong is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Uszatov is staying active underneath Armstrong, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Armstrong scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Armstrong not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Uszatov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Armstrong.
Armstrong missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
Uszatov is trying to control but can't.
Ground and pound from Armstrong.
Armstrong trying to control from Uszatov's half guard. Uszatov has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Armstrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Uszatov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Uszatov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Armstrong defends it easily.
Armstrong engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Teodoro Armstrong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Uszatov feints and as Armstrong raises his hands in defense, Uszatov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Uszatov is breathing heavily.#T3#
Armstrong is trying to keep Uszatov in close.
Uszatov trying to control but Armstrong is working from the bottom.
Uszatov chips away with some ground and pound.
Uszatov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Uszatov has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Armstrong is proving hard to escape from. #SUB2#
Uszatov drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Armstrong manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Uszatov has Armstrong in his guard.#REVR#
Armstrong is looking to work some ground and pound but Uszatov has wrist control.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Armstrong controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Armstrong postures up and lands a big shot to Uszatov's brow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Armstrong with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Uszatov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Armstrong is aware though and is defending well.
Armstrong 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.
Uszatov is trying to control the position but Armstrong postures up.
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 Teodoro Armstrong will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Uszatov gets the takedown into side control. #SUB2#
Uszatov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Uszatov is looking to take a break and control but Armstrong is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Armstrong tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Uszatov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Uszatov goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Armstrong has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Uszatov but great work by Armstrong.
Uszatov tries to improve position but can't.
Uszatov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Armstrong is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Uszatov has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1#
The strikes coming from Armstrong are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Uszatov is trying to control Armstrong's posture but Armstrong avoids it.
Armstrong is putting a hurting on Uszatov here, landing some big shots from side control.
Armstrong content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Uszatov is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Armstrong is looking to take a break and control but Uszatov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Armstrong is chipping away with strikes.
Armstrong throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Uszatov works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Uszatov regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Armstrong.
Armstrong is in close to Uszatov's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3#
Armstrong throws a strike but Uszatov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Uszatov wants to stand and escape but instead Armstrong has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Armstrong throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Uszatov looking for a guillotine here but Armstrong defends easily.
#SUB2#
Uszatov is looking to cinch up a triangle. Armstrong throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Uszatov's body to avoid the submission. Uszatov has instead reached around Armstrong's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Uszatov arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Konstantin Uszatov!
Konstantin Uszatov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 27, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Uszatov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Uszatov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#ES2#
Tucker manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Todd Tucker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Uszatov avoids the head kick by Tucker.
#TD#
Uszatov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Tucker manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Tucker is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Uszatov dives into side control.
#REVB#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Uszatov has hold of Tucker's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Tucker tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Uszatov cranks the arm and Tucker screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Tucker, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Konstantin Uszatov!
An out of breath Konstantin Uszatov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Todd Tucker was interviewed post fight and said 'Thank you for this opportunity to fight. There's a really nice bridge near my house, I'm going to jump off it.'.
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