Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: CMMA 169 Fudd v Pavlovic
Date: Oct 10, 2021

#R1#
Del Fuegos swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Koslov.
Del Fuegos tries to close the distance and clinch up but Koslov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nice straight punches there by Del Fuegos. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Del Fuegos.#CUT#It looks like Vadik Koslov has been cut.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Koslov on the inside.
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Koslov throws a punch but it's blocked by Del Fuegos.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov has a couple of punches blocked by Del Fuegos.
Koslov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Del Fuegos fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Del Fuegos smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1##CL#
Del Fuegos forces Koslov back against the cage and clinches.
Del Fuegos gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Del Fuegos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Del Fuegos lands a nice elbow.
Koslov swings wildly with an uppercut but Del Fuegos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koslov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Koslov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Koslov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Koslov fails to land.
Del Fuegos looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Del Fuegos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Koslov working aggressively here. #BC#
Del Fuegos pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Del Fuegos throws a jab when Koslov was well out of range.
Del Fuegos lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Koslov circles away quickly and effectively.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Del Fuegos throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Del Fuegos moves in looking to clinch but Koslov pushes him off.
Del Fuegos sets himself, and Koslov steps forward looking for the clinch! Del Fuegos avoids it this time.
Del Fuegos darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT#That has opened up Vadik Koslov's cut even more.
Del Fuegos lands a jab to the head.
Koslov lands a lovely overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like Diego Del Fuegos has been cut.
Koslov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Diego Del Fuegos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vadik Koslov.
A jab from Del Fuegos does it's job there.
Del Fuegos throws a hook to the side of Koslov's head but Koslov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A slapping leg kick lands for Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Del Fuegos tries to clinch up but Koslov circles away and keeps his distance.
Del Fuegos uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Koslov.
Del Fuegos misses with a hook. Koslov ducked under it nicely.
Koslov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Del Fuegos.
A big right from Koslov misses.
Del Fuegos feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Del Fuegos throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Koslov counters by moving into the clinch.
Koslov can't find room to land a body shot as Del Fuegos controls the action.
Koslov misses with a punch to the body.
Koslov is leaning against Del Fuegos and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Del Fuegos works on Koslov's body with a couple of short punches.
Del Fuegos's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Koslov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Koslov blocks an elbow strike from Del Fuegos. #BC#
Del Fuegos breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Koslov tries to clinch there but Del Fuegos circles away. #T4##CL2#
Koslov closes the distance and clinches.
Del Fuegos lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Koslov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Koslov. #BC#
Del Fuegos pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Del Fuegos throws a low kick but it's checked well by Koslov.
Del Fuegos with a nice cross.
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!#CL2#
Koslov instigates a clinch.
Del Fuegos softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Del Fuegos pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Koslov instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Koslov.
Koslov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Koslov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Diego Del Fuegos dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Koslov moves in looking to clinch but Del Fuegos pushes him off.
Koslov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Del Fuegos throws out the jab. #CL2#
Koslov gets a clinch.
Koslov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Del Fuegos gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Del Fuegos lands a nice uppercut.
Del Fuegos swings wildly with an uppercut but Koslov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vadik Koslov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A right handed body shot lands from Koslov.
Del Fuegos gets through Koslov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Del Fuegos is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Koslov can do to turn this around?
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Koslov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Del Fuegos backwards.
Del Fuegos blocking some punches.
Del Fuegos blocks an uppercut.
Koslov can't find room to land a body shot as Del Fuegos controls the action.
Del Fuegos blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1##BC#
Del Fuegos's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Koslov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Del Fuegos doesn't manage to clinch there - Koslov circles away.
Del Fuegos connects with a leg kick.
Diego Del Fuegos is winning the standup battle so far.
Koslov lands a nice shot that snaps Del Fuegos's head back. #KD#
Del Fuegos lands a left and a right that send Koslov crashing to the mat, dazed. Del Fuegos thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Koslov is rocked!
Koslov has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Del Fuegos gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Koslov is still on wobbly legs! Can Del Fuegos finish him?
Koslov dodges an elbow strike from Del Fuegos.
Koslov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Del Fuegos gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
A nice right hand lands inside from Koslov.
Del Fuegos misses with a short punch on the inside.
Del Fuegos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Koslov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Koslov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Del Fuegos gets underhooks to prevent Koslov's takedown attempt.
Diego Del Fuegos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vadik Koslov.
Del Fuegos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Koslov seems to have recovered his senses.
Koslov misses with a body punch.
Koslov lands a shot to the body.
Koslov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Koslov.
A short uppercut from Koslov.
Del Fuegos blocks a body shot from Koslov.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
Koslov misses with a punch on the inside.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
Del Fuegos definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A head punch on the inside from Koslov fails to land.
Del Fuegos lands with a right to the head. #T3##BC#
Del Fuegos breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Koslov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Del Fuegos tries to avoid it but Koslov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Del Fuegos to the ground. Del Fuegos escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Diego Del Fuegos is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Koslov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Koslov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Koslov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Del Fuegos fails to land.
Koslov has a couple of punches blocked by Del Fuegos.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Koslov can't find room to land a body shot as Del Fuegos controls the action.
Koslov pushes Del Fuegos back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Del Fuegos throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Koslov lands a hook that snaps the head of Del Fuegos backwards.
Del Fuegos lands a right hand that snaps the head of Koslov backwards. #T4#
Koslov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koslov struggles to land a body shot inside as Del Fuegos controls his hands.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
Del Fuegos lands on the inside with an uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Vadik Koslov's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Del Fuegos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Del Fuegos breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Del Fuegos plants his feet and throws a brutal three punch combo that sends Koslov swiftly into unconsciousness! Right, left, right! Boom, boom, boom! Koslov face plants, battered and bloodied! He might never be the same again after that finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Diego Del Fuegos!
Diego Del Fuegos was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: CMMA XS6 Zhao v Morrison
Date: Sep 02, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Koslov changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Takeda looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Takeda is looking to regain half guard here but Koslov keeps moving and retains side control.
Koslov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Takeda is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Takeda Clan Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Koslov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Takeda has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koslov in side control, throwing shots but Takeda defends.
Koslov connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Takeda some visible discomfort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes there by Koslov.#SUB2#
Koslov swings around for an armbar but Takeda sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Koslov's guard.
Takeda passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Koslov wants to control but Takeda postures up.#SUB#
Takeda swings around for an armbar but Koslov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Takeda's guard.#SUB#
Takeda throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Koslov slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Takeda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Koslov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2##SUB#
Takeda is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Koslov pulls his head out easily.
Koslov wants to pass the guard but Takeda is defending well.
Koslov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Koslov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Takeda avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Koslov.
Koslov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Takeda looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Takeda avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Koslov.
Koslov works his way into full mount!
Koslov throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Takeda because Koslov loaded up on that one.
Koslov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Koslov landing strikes from the mount.
Koslov landing strikes from the mount and Takeda is in trouble! #T4#
Takeda gets back to half guard.
Koslov throws a strike but Takeda avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Koslov distracts Takeda with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Takeda preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Koslov stands up over Takeda, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Takeda working a defensive guard here.
Koslov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Koslov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Takeda's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koslov misses with a head shot. Takeda uses the momentum to regain guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Takeda looks to land a left hand but Koslov moved out of range nicely.
Koslov has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#CL2#
Koslov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Takeda throws a punch but it's blocked by Koslov.
Takeda misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koslov misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD2#
Koslov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Takeda regains guard.
Koslov is working Takeda over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Koslov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Koslov throws a strike but Takeda rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov keeping full guard, as Takeda tries to pass.
Koslov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Koslov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Takeda manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Koslov throwing strikes but missing. #T1#
Koslov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Takeda's head.#SUB#
Takeda looking for subs off his back but Koslov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Koslov is nestled in close to Takeda, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Koslov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Koslov throws a strike but Takeda avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#T2#
Koslov throws a big elbow that misses.
Koslov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Koslov is looking to work some ground and pound but Takeda has wrist control.
Koslov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Takeda avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Koslov stands up over Takeda, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Koslov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Takeda is looking for a triangle but Koslov pushes his legs off easily.
Koslov postures up in Takeda's guard and throws a big left but Takeda blocks it. #T3#
Takeda keeping full guard, as Koslov tries to pass.
Koslov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Koslov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Koslov stands up over Takeda, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Koslov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Koslov advances position into side control!
Takeda tries to bench press Koslov off him but Koslov keeps the position.
Takeda taking punishment in the form of punches. #T4#
Takeda is not content to let Koslov control the position.
Koslov lands a nice forearm strike. #ROC2#Takeda is rocked!#SUB2#
Koslov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Takeda takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Oh Takeda is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Koslov lands a big elbow and you can see that really hurt Takeda! Koslov senses the opportunity and scores with more strikes - he's put Takeda out! The ref tackles him out of the way to prevent him landing more strikes - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 136 Skellington v Switzer
Date: Jul 25, 2021

#R1#
Wright scores with a nice right hand.
Koslov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Koslov avoids the body shot from Wright.
Koslov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Koslov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Wright looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wright is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Koslov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Koslov seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Koslov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Wright makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#CL#
Koslov takes the fight into the clinch.
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Wright can't break the clinch.
Wright working hard to break the clinch.
Wright is trying to break free.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wright.
Wright looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Koslov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Koslov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koslov throws a punch but it's blocked by Wright. #BC2#
Wright manages to break the clinch. #T1#
Koslov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wright swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wright scores with a jab to the body.
Spencer Wright is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wright turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Wright throws a hook but Koslov blocks it.
Wright swinging wildly here.
Koslov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Wright.
Wright fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Koslov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wright lands a nice shot to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Wright - that will leave a mark!
Koslov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Wright lands a nice leg kick that just misses Koslov's sensitive parts.
Koslov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wright avoids it really well and circles away.
Wright with the inside leg kick. #T2#
Koslov moves in looking to clinch but Wright pushes him off.
Koslov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wright lands with a good body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koslov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Wright.#CL#
Koslov moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Wright breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wright throws a hook but Koslov blocks it.
Koslov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Wright manages to circle out of the way.
Wright lands with a right hand.
Wright connects with a nice looking jab.
Wright scores with a sloppy right hand. Koslov should have avoided that one. #CL#
Koslov moves into range and clinches up with Wright.#BC2#
Wright manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Koslov tries to clinch but Wright is having none of it.
Koslov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Koslov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Wright has time to react.
Wright feints and then cracks Koslov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Koslov down.
Koslov misses with a body shot.
Wright throws a shot from downtown. Koslov moves away and avoids it.
Koslov half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Wright fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Koslov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wright cracks Koslov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Koslov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Spencer Wright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Koslov darts in and clinches Wright up against the cage.
Koslov working aggressively here. #BC2#
Wright's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wright fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koslov missing with a left hand there. Wright was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Koslov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Koslov tries to move into range but Wright moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Wright thumps Koslov with a low kick.
Wright fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Koslov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Koslov misses with the combination.
Wright lands a front kick.
Wright lands with a cross.
A swing and a miss from Koslov.
Koslov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Wright throws a leg kick which misses Koslov's front leg but catches the back leg as Koslov tries to avoid it.
Wright is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Koslov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Wright dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Koslov. That did some damage!
Koslov is looking to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Donk. Wright catches Koslov right on the button with a cross.
Koslov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Spencer Wright dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Koslov ducks right into an uppercut from Wright.
Wright lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wright thumps Koslov with a low kick.
Wright throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wright lands a lovely overhand right.
A lazy left from Wright finds it's target.
Wright fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Koslov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Wright scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wright has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A jab from Wright finds it's way through Koslov's defenses.
Wright with a nice calf kick.
Wright fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Koslov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Koslov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Wright.
Koslov needs to keep his hands up - Wright had a free shot at his head there.
Wright misses with a hook.
Wright scores with a nice head shot.
Koslov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wright manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Wright fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Koslov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Koslov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wright.
Koslov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Wright manages to circle out of the way.
Good standup being displayed there by Wright as he connects with a hook.
Wright avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wright lands with a hook. Koslov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Koslov walks into a stiff left hand from Wright.
A nice leg kick lands there from Wright.
Wright ducks under a wild hook from Koslov.#CL#
Koslov moves into the clinch successfully.
Wright blocking some punches.
Koslov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Wright has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Koslov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wright backwards. #BC2#
Wright's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wright buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Wright scoring well with a low kick there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A cross from Wright lands.#T2#
Wright digs a good hook to Koslov's body.
Wright swats away the attempt to clinch by Koslov.
A low kick lands for Wright.
Wright uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Koslov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Koslov throws a hook but Wright blocks it.
Nice uppercut lands for Wright. That snapped Koslov's head back.
Koslov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Wright throws out the jab.
Koslov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Wright lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Koslov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Wright works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Wright cracks a nice hook into Koslov's ribs.#T3#
Wright dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Koslov. That did some damage!
A nice leg kick lands there from Wright.
Wright lands a nice shot to the body.
Koslov defending well as Wright loads up on a big left hand.
Wright throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
That kick from Wright tenderised Koslov's leg. Koslov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wright bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Koslov's head backwards.
Wright slips a straight right by Koslov.
Wright connects with a solid leg kick.
Koslov fails in his attempt to clinch.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Koslov.
Koslov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T4#
Koslov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Wright throws a shot to the body.
Koslov is looking to clinch but Wright is avoiding it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Koslov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Wright lands a lovely overhand right.
Wright fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Koslov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Wright with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A cross from Wright lands.
Wright lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wright thumps Koslov with a low kick.
Koslov takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wright cracks Koslov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wright connects with a leg kick.
Koslov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Wright swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Wright missing with a left hand there. Koslov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Spencer Wright showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Wright moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wright lands a jab to Koslov's midsection.
A big left from Wright misses.
Koslov throws a lazy right hand but Wright sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wright lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Spencer Wright seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Koslov slips a jab from Wright.
The crowd cheers as Wright lands an impressive looking overhand right. Koslov doesn't seem phased though.
Wright fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wright lands a head shot.
Koslov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Wright.
Koslov is looking to counter the offense by Wright and move into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov takes one to the side of the head.
Koslov staying out of range there.
Wright cracks Koslov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koslov wants to clinch.#T1##TD#
Wright gets caught flat footed, as Koslov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Koslov throws a big elbow that misses.
Koslov looking to pass the guard.
Wright controlling the position.
Koslov working some strikes from top position.
Wright really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Koslov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Koslov throws a big elbow that misses.
Vadik Koslov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Wright looking to control.
Wright pulls Koslov in close to prevent any damage.
Koslov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Wright is trying to control the position but Koslov postures up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Wright swings for the body but Koslov moves out of range.
Wright lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Koslov tries to clinch there but Wright circles away.
Koslov doesn't manage to clinch there - Wright circles away.
Koslov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Wright manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Wright looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Wright scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Koslov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A shot to the liver by Wright. Beautiful body shot.
Koslov wants to clinch.
A left lands for Wright.
Wright moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Wright circles away from the clinch attempt.
Wright lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Koslov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Wright's waist but Wright gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Koslov off to one side.
Wright swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
A head kick misses from Wright.
Wright throws a nice inside leg kick.
Wright lands a nice shot to the body.
Wright swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Koslov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Koslov wants to clinch.
Wright stuffs the takedown.#CL#
Koslov rushes Wright and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Wright's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice defenses there by Wright.
Spencer Wright is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Koslov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wright sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Koslov somewhat.
Wright looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Spencer Wright comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Wright 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Wright!
Spencer Wright very nearly forgot to thank Conviction amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: CMMA 127 Rockefeller v Maksud
Date: Jul 04, 2021

#R1#
Carter misses with a straight right.
No luck for Koslov with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Koslov forces Carter back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Carter breaks the clinch.
John Carter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Koslov darts in and clinches Carter up against the cage.
Carter lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Koslov fails to land.
Carter lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov scores with a shot to the side of Carter's head.
Carter working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We've been hearing reports that Koslov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Koslov tries a body shot but Carter blocks it.
Carter throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Koslov tries a body shot but Carter blocks it.
Nice elbow from Carter. #CUT2#It looks like Vadik Koslov has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A left hand lands to the body for Koslov. #T1##BC2#
Carter escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Carter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Koslov moves away.
Koslov tries to counter with a takedown but Carter is quick to defend against it.#CL#
Koslov closes the distance and pushes Carter back into the cage.#BC2#
Carter manages to break the clinch.
Carter loads up on a big right hand but Koslov slips the punch.
Koslov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Carter is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Carter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Carter has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Koslov doesn't manage to clinch there - Carter circles away.
Koslov lands with an uppercut that bounces Carter off the cage and back into range.
Carter keeps the fight on the outside.
Koslov shoots in looking for a takedown but Carter manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Koslov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Carter looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Carter throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Koslov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Koslov wants to clinch
letting Carter counter with a right hand.
Carter scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Koslov misses with a hook to the body
and Carter counters with a straight right hand.
A punch lands to the side of Koslov 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Koslov forces Carter back against the cage and clinches.
A shot in the inside from Koslov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Koslov.
Carter swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Carter can't find room to land a body shot as Koslov controls the action.
Koslov misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Carter breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Koslov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Carter.
Carter prevents a body shot from Koslov.
Carter misses with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Carter lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Koslov backwards.
Carter digs a right hand underneath Koslov's ribcage. Koslov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Carter lands a nice uppercut.
Carter softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Carter tries a body shot but Koslov blocks it.
Koslov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Koslov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Carter fails to land. #BC2#
Carter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Koslov is looking to clinch.
Koslov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Carter looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Carter throws a hook to the side of Koslov's head but Koslov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL#
Koslov clinches up with Carter and pushes him back against the cage.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Carter throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Koslovs head.
Carter working aggressively here.
Koslov swings wildly with an uppercut but Carter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koslov swings wildly with an uppercut but Carter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Carter misses with a punch on the inside.
Koslov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Carter backwards.
Koslov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Carter lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
Koslov avoids a wild elbow strike from Carter.
Carter tries to throw a body punch but Koslov avoids it by throwing Carter back against the cage.
Koslov blocks an elbow strike from Carter.
Koslov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Koslov wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vadik Koslov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Carter takes a shot to the head.
Carter struggles to land a body shot inside as Koslov controls his hands.
Carter working aggressively here.
Koslov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

John Carter dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Koslov has managed to clinch.
Koslov avoids a wild elbow strike from Carter.#BC2#
Carter breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A swing and a miss from Carter.#CL#
Koslov takes the fight into the clinch.
Koslov misses with some punches. #BC2#
Carter breaks from the clinch.
A jab from Koslov finds it's way through Carter's defenses.
Koslov tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Carter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carter throws a looping overhand right but Koslov ducks down to avoid it.
A big left from Koslov misses. #T1##CL#
Koslov gets a clinch.
Carter fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov throws a punch but it's blocked by Carter.
Koslov takes an elbow to the forehead.
Koslov working aggressively here.
A short right from Carter on the inside.
Vadik Koslov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Koslov lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Carter. #BC2#
Carter escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Carter paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Carter scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Koslov doesn't seem bothered though.
Carter looks to land a right hand but Koslov moved out of range.
Carter just misses with a punch to the body.
Carter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Koslov.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koslov misses with a takedown attempt - Carter sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Carter wants to counter the offense by Koslov and move into the clinch position.
Koslov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Carter tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Koslov was well out of range. Poor timing from Carter.
Koslov looks to clinch
and Carter counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Koslov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Koslov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Carter is trying to break free.
Carter throws a punch but it's blocked by Koslov.
Koslov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Koslov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice left hand lands by Koslov.
Koslov misses with the head strike. #T3#
Carter blocks a body shot from Koslov.
Koslov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Koslov.
Koslov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Carter blocking some punches.
Koslov takes an elbow to the temple.
Carter swings wildly with an uppercut but Koslov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Carter blocks an uppercut.
Carter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Koslov throws a punch but it's blocked by Carter.
Carter lands a hook that snaps the head of Koslov backwards.
Koslov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Carter is pressed up against the cage. Koslov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Carter down to the mat. Carter avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Carter works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Koslov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Carter's head.
Donk. Carter catches Koslov right on the button with a cross.
A shot to the liver by Carter. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Carter swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Koslov.
Carter swings for the body but Koslov moves out of range. #TD#
Koslov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Koslov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Carter wants to get back to full guard.
Koslov is nestled in close to Carter, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Koslov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but John Carter will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov's cut.
That's time! Koslov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Koslov throws a jab but it's blocked by Carter.
Koslov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Carter throws a counter combo.#CL#
Koslov has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Carter pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Carter throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Koslov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Koslov.
Koslov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Carter manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Carter sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Koslov somewhat.#T1#
Carter blocks a jab.
Koslov walks into a jab.
Carter throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Koslov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Koslov drives through and clinches with Carter against the cage.
Koslov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Carter.
Koslov working aggressively here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Koslov.
A right hook to the body lands for Carter.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Carter has a couple of punches blocked by Koslov.
Carter blocks an uppercut.
Carter lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Carter breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Carter lands with a shot to the body.
Vadik Koslov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Koslov misses with a hook
enabling Carter to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koslov walks into a straight right hand from Carter.#ROC2#Koslov is rocked!
A punch lands to the side of Koslov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Oh Koslov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Koslov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Carter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Koslov missing with a left hand there. Carter was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Koslov tries for a takedown but Carter circles away easily
letting Carter counter with a right hand.
Koslov blocks a jab.
As Carter tries to get set, Koslov tries to push him back and clinch up but Carter manages to avoid the attempt.
Koslov seems to have got his legs back now.
The fighters circling - Carter throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Koslov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Carter manages to circle out of the way.
Koslov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Carter lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
John Carter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Koslov walks into a jab.
Koslov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#TD#
Koslov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Carter to the mat! Carter manages to get full guard.
Koslov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Carter swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Koslov is looking to work some ground and pound but Carter has wrist control.
John Carter is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Koslov postures up in Carter's guard and throws a big left but Carter blocks it.
Koslov chips away with some ground and pound.
Carter avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Koslov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Carter 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.#T4#
Koslov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Carter working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Koslov.
Koslov preventing the sweep.
Koslov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Koslov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Koslov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Carter smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Carter getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Carter throws a one two combo.

And that's the end of the fight!
John Carter comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Carter 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: CMMA 118 Harrison v Ghambe
Date: Jun 13, 2021

#R1#
Philippe takes a swing at Koslov's ribcage but misses.
Koslov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Philippe defends it well.
Philippe misses with a straight right.
Philippe gets off balance looking for a body kick#CL2#
and Koslov counters by moving into the clinch.
Koslov gets through Philippe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Koslov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Philippe wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Philippe can't break the clinch. #BC#
Philippe breaks from the clinch.
Koslov tries to clinch but Philippe moves out of range.
Koslov dodges the punch combination from Philippe.
Philippe throws a looping overhand right but Koslov ducks down to avoid it.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Koslov moves into the clinch.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Philippe is trying to break the clinch but Koslov is controlling him.
A frustrated look appears on Philippe's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Philippe breaks from the clinch.
Philippe scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Philippe throws an overhand right that lands on Koslov's shoulder, as Koslov tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Philippe throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Koslov moves into the clinch.
Philippe wants to get back to striking at distance but Koslov won't allow it.
Philippe is trying to push Koslov away but Koslov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC#
Philippe's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Koslov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Philippe.
Koslov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A big right from Philippe misses.
Koslov is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Philippe misses with a looping left.
Koslov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Philippe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Koslov. That did some damage!#CL2#
Koslov closes the distance and clinches.
Philippe is trying to force a seperation but Koslov has the dominant position.
Philippe can't break the clinch.
Philippe wants to break the clinch but can't. #TD2#
Koslov tightens his grip and picks Philippe up, before dumping him to the ground. Philippe manages to land in guard.
Philippe is wriggling around but Koslov manages to pass to half guard.
Philippe is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at London MMA Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#REVR#
Philippe is trying to stand.
Koslov thows a huge punch but Philippe dodges it nicely.
Koslov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Koslov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Koslov drops an elbow to the side of Philippe's head.
Philippe avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Koslov.
Koslov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Philippe avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Koslov.
Philippe avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Koslov.
Koslov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Philippe defending well though. #T3#
Koslov trying to advance position but Philippe counters by regaining guard.
Philippe keeping full guard, as Koslov tries to pass.
Koslov is pushing down on Philippe's leg trying to pass to half guard. Philippe is fighting to maintain full guard but Koslov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Koslov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Koslov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Philippe with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Philippe keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Koslov looks to land a strike but Philippe avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T4#
Koslov throwing strikes but missing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Philippe utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Koslov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Koslov throwing strikes from guard but Philippe blocks nicely.
Koslov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Koslov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Koslov prevents Philippe from getting back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Koslov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Koslov gets through Philippe's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov 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#
Philippe throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Koslov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #BC#
Philippe escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Koslov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Philippe drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT2#It looks like Peguero Jean Philippe has been cut.
Koslov avoids a punch combination nicely. #KD2#
Nice combo by Koslov! Oh, that's hurt him - Philippe falls to the canvas and Koslov follows him into side control. #ROC2#Philippe is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koslov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Koslov in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Koslov prevents Philippe from escaping the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Koslov.
Koslov misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #T1#
Koslov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Koslov working the body and head with strikes.
Koslov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koslov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Philippe is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Koslov working the body and head with strikes.
Koslov in side control lands a decent elbow.
Koslov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Koslov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Philippe parries the strikes from Koslov easily there. Koslov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Philippe to escape.
Koslov throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T2#
Koslov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Koslov working the ground and pound.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Koslov in side control, throwing shots but Philippe defends.
Koslov working the head and body with strikes.
Koslov lands an elbow.
Koslov cracks Philippe with an elbow. That is naaassty.#CUT2#Peguero Jean Philippe's cut is getting worse.
Koslov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Koslov.
Philippe parries the strikes from Koslov easily there. Koslov is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Philippe to escape. #T3#
Koslov lands an elbow.
Philippe dodges the ground and pound from Koslov.
Koslov looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Philippe is avoiding damage well.
Philippe wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Philippe on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #CUT2#Peguero Jean Philippe's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.

The referee calls the doctor in to look at Peguero Jean Philippe's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 108 Wagner v Mahogany
Date: May 21, 2021

#R1#
Koslov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kushnirov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kushnirov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kushnirov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Koslov slips under a jab from Kushnirov.
Koslov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Koslov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kushnirov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kushnirov throws a solid leg kick but Koslov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kushnirov.
Kushnirov throws a series of punches but Koslov moves out of range.
Kushnirov looks to land a right hand but Koslov moved out of range.
Kushnirov cracks Koslov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Koslov misses with a wild body shot.
Kushnirov scores with a head kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by Kushnirov.
Koslov tries to clinch up
letting Kushnirov counter with a right hand. #T1#
Kushnirov throws a solid leg kick but Koslov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kushnirov.#CL2#
Koslov takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Koslov wants the takedown. Kushnirov is fighting it off but Koslov persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Kushnirov's guard against the cage.

Kushnirov uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Koslov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kushnirov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Ilya Kushnirov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Koslov lands a nice shot that snaps Kushnirov's head back. #CL2#
Koslov clinches up with Kushnirov and pushes him back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koslov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kushnirov is defending well.
Koslov looking for a takedown.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Kushnirov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kushnirov lets loose with a powerful body kick. Koslov will feel that in the morning.
Kushnirov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kushnirov swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T2#
Koslov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kushnirov is just out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kushnirov.
Kushnirov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kushnirov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kushnirov throws a right hand that Koslov ducks under and follows up with a left that Koslov also avoids with ease.
Kushnirov sets himself, and Koslov steps forward looking for the clinch! Kushnirov avoids it this time.
Nice shot by Kushnirov.
A cross from Kushnirov lands.
Kushnirov is looking to score with low kicks.
Kushnirov jabs Koslov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kushnirov scores with a decent looking hook.
A good leg kick by Kushnirov.
Koslov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kushnirov. #CL2#
Koslov forces Kushnirov back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Kushnirov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Koslov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kushnirov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T3#
Kushnirov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kushnirov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Koslov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kushnirov throws a leg kick but Koslov moved away.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kushnirov.
Kushnirov throws a right hand that Koslov ducks under and follows up with a left that Koslov also avoids with ease.
Kushnirov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kushnirov swats away the attempt to clinch by Koslov.
Koslov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Koslov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kushnirov. Kushnirov obviously looking to wear him down.
Kushnirov throws a sloppy body shot #CL2#
and Koslov counters by clinching up. #TD2#
Koslov tightens his grip and picks Kushnirov up, before dumping him to the ground. Kushnirov manages to land in guard.
Kushnirov is wriggling around but Koslov manages to pass to half guard. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#REVR#
Kushnirov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Koslov thows a huge punch but Kushnirov dodges it nicely.
Koslov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Koslov drops an elbow to the side of Kushnirov's head.
Kushnirov trying to control here.
We've been hearing good reports from Kushnirov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kushnirov is refusing to be controlled, as Koslov sits in half guard.
Koslov wants to pass the guard but Kushnirov is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ilya Kushnirov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kushnirov lands a nice looking body shot.
Kushnirov moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Koslov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kushnirov momentarily.
Kushnirov lands a jab to the head.
Koslov throws the left hand but Kushnirov avoids the punch easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kushnirov. Koslov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kushnirov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Koslov.
Koslov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Koslov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kushnirov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Kushnirov as Koslov shoots in.
Kushnirov delivers a nice body kick.
Ilya Kushnirov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koslov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ilya Kushnirov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vadik Koslov.
Kushnirov throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T1#
Kushnirov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kushnirov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Koslov can do to turn this around?
Koslov is looking to clinch.
A big left from Kushnirov misses. #CL2#
Koslov rushes Kushnirov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Koslov tries to score a body lock takedown but Kushnirov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Kushnirov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A jab from Kushnirov misses.
Koslov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kushnirov scores with a nice right hand.
Koslov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kushnirov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kushnirov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kushnirov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kushnirov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Koslov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kushnirov.
Koslov wants to counter the offense by Kushnirov and move into the clinch position.#T2#
A lazy left from Kushnirov finds it's target.
Kushnirov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Koslov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Koslov.
Koslov connects with a crisp jab.
Koslov throws a right hand that misses
and Kushnirov counters with a three punch combo that has Koslov backing up. Koslov nods at Kushnirov to acknowledge the strikes.
Kushnirov jabs Koslov right on the nose. Koslov blinks but takes it well.
Kushnirov connects with a body shot that sends Koslov's belly button to the back.
Kushnirov clobbers Koslov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kushnirov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Koslov's head.
Kushnirov misses with a leg kick.
Kushnirov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T3#
Kushnirov throws a head kick that misses.
Kushnirov lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kushnirov throws a leg kick which misses Koslov's front leg but catches the back leg as Koslov tries to avoid it.
Kushnirov throws a hook to the side of Koslov's head but Koslov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kushnirov loads up on a big right hand but Koslov slips the punch.
Koslov dives in for a single leg takedown but Kushnirov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kushnirov throws a hook but Koslov avoids it easily.
Kushnirov cracks Koslov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kushnirov lands with a good body shot.
Koslov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kushnirov throws a shot from downtown. Koslov moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Kushnirov gets tackled into the cage by Koslov. Koslov maintains the clinch. #TD2#
Koslov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Kushnirov is trying to keep an underhook but Koslov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koslov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Kushnirov tries to roll over but Koslov keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kushnirov is trying to control but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Koslov lands a nice short elbow.
Koslov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Koslov is nestled in close to Kushnirov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Koslov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kushnirov's head.
Koslov lands strikes from half guard.
Kushnirov is looking to escape.
Koslov lands strikes from half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ilya Kushnirov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Donk. Kushnirov catches Koslov right on the button with a cross.
Koslov swings for the body but Kushnirov moves out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kushnirov.
Kushnirov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Koslov manages to avoid it.
Kushnirov misses with a hook.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Kushnirov scores with a nice body kick. #CL2#
Koslov closes the distance and clinches.
Kushnirov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Koslov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kushnirov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kushnirov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Koslov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kushnirov trying to land knees to the body.
Kushnirov gets underhooks to prevent Koslov's takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Koslov.
Kushnirov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T1##TD2#
Koslov is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kushnirov can't fight it off and eventually Koslov manages to take the fight to the floor. Kushnirov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Koslov 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.
Kushnirov trying to keep a closed guard but Koslov is proving a slippery customer.
Kushnirov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kushnirov, not yet.
Kushnirov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Koslov landing some decent shots from guard.
Vadik Koslov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Koslov lands a couple of elbows.
Koslov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Koslov prevents Kushnirov from getting back to his feet.
Koslov throwing strikes but missing.
Koslov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kushnirov's head.
Kushnirov doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Koslov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Koslov is looking to work some ground and pound but Kushnirov has wrist control.#T3#
Koslov with a nice head shot there.
Ilya Kushnirov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kushnirov has momentary wrist control but Koslov slips an elbow through the middle.
Koslov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kushnirov's head.
Kushnirov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Koslov on the ground.
Koslov landing with the ground and pound.
Kushnirov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Koslov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SU2#
Koslov decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Kushnirov.
Kushnirov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Koslov checks it well.
Koslov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kushnirov.
Kushnirov lands a really nice looking cross but Koslov seems unphased.
A punch combination from Kushnirov misses. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kushnirov enables Koslov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kushnirov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Koslov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Koslov throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Koslov is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Koslov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vadik Koslov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kushnirov 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: CMMA 102
Date: May 02, 2021

#R1#
Koslov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD#
Marquez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Marquez lands in his opponent's guard.
Marquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Marquez with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marquez prevents Koslov from getting back to his feet.
Marquez throws a big elbow that misses.
Marquez content to stall in guard here. #T1##SUB2#
Marquez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Koslov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Marquez has managed to get both his arms back between Koslov's legs - danger averted.
Koslov wants to stand and escape but Marquez is having none of it.
Marquez throws a big right hand that misses.
Marquez throws a strike but Koslov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Koslov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Marquez has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Koslov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Koslov is in close to Marquez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Koslov is looking to work some ground and pound but Marquez has wrist control.
Marquez wants to sweep here but Koslov controlling him for the moment.
Koslov being controlled here momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Koslov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Koslov is in close to Marquez's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Marquez wants to sweep here but Koslov controlling him for the moment.
Koslov wants to pass the guard but Marquez is keeping the position.
Koslov passes into half guard.
Koslov stalling away here and it's allowed Marquez to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T3#
Koslov passes Marquez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Marquez is trying to get back to full guard.
Marquez trying to control but Koslov postures up.
Koslov is taking a breather. Marquez says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Marquez works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Koslov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Koslov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Marquez lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Marquez won't allow Koslov to sweep him here.
Marquez 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.
Marquez prevents Koslov from getting back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Marquez throws a big right hand that misses.
Koslov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Koslov looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vadik Koslov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Marquez misses with a takedown attempt - Koslov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Marquez pushes Koslov up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Marquez pulls guard successfully.
Marquez working a defensive guard here.
Marquez keeping moving, preventing Koslov from controlling successfully.
Koslov throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov trying to control the position from guard on top but Marquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koslov sitting in guard here, content to control. #T1#
Koslov throws a big right hand that misses.
Marquez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Koslov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Marquez dives in and grabs Koslov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Koslov pushes down on Marquez's head and hops out.
Marquez swats away the attempt to clinch by Koslov.#TD#
Marquez is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Koslov's half guard.
Koslov is staying active underneath Marquez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Marquez passes to full mount!
Koslov wants to control but Marquez is having none of it.
Marquez wants to control the pace but Koslov is squirming around nicely.
Marquez lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Koslov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Koslov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Marquez looking to finish Koslov with some ground and pound. This is bad for Koslov!
Koslov wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Koslov is bucking up trying to escape but Marquez cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T3#
Koslov avoids a series of strikes thrown by Marquez.
Koslov wants to hold on but Marquez pushes him away.
Marquez misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Koslov is trying to escape but when you're mounted that's not too easy.
Marquez looking to finish with strikes here!
Koslov sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Marquez is looking to pass Koslov's guard but actually Koslov recovers to full guard.
Koslov is trying to keep Marquez in close. #T4#
Koslov wants to get back to his feet but Marquez is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Marquez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Koslov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Koslov is on top in guard. #REVB#
Marquez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Koslov is one step ahead there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marquez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Troy Marquez dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Marquez tries to clinch but Koslov is having none of it.
Marquez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Koslov wants to counter with a clinch but Marquez pushes him away.#TD2#
Marquez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Koslov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Koslov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Koslov scoring with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Koslov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Koslov looking to control. #T1#
Marquez postures up and lands a big shot to Koslov's brow.
Koslov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Marquez throwing strikes from guard but Koslov blocks nicely.
Marquez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Koslov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Marquez won't allow Koslov to sweep him here.
Koslov is looking to stand up but Marquez isn't so interested in that idea.
Our spies down at at Catch Wrestling L.A. inform us that Koslov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Marquez wants to control from the top but Koslov keeps moving.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Koslov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Marquez is one step ahead there.
Marquez wants to pass the guard but Koslov is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Marquez tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Koslov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Koslov throws an off balance right hand
and Marquez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Marquez shoots for a takedown but Koslov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Marquez shoots for a takedown but Koslov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Troy Marquez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Koslov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Marquez defends well and Koslov ends up having to push Marquez into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#T3#
Marquez shoots in but no luck this time.
Marquez keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Koslov.#TD#
Marquez feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Koslov working a defensive guard here.
Marquez postures up in Koslov's guard and throws a big left but Koslov blocks it.
Marquez scoring with punches to the head and body.
Koslov wants to stand but Marquez is controlling the position.
Marquez throws a big right hand that misses. #ES2#
Koslov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Marquez has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Marquez tries for a takedown but Koslov manages to get underhooks.
Koslov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Marquez gets the underhooks and prevents it. #T4##TD#
Marquez gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Koslov regains guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Koslov wants to stand up but Marquez is controlling him.
Marquez working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Marquez throwing strikes but missing.
Marquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Koslov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marquez throwing strikes from guard but Koslov blocks nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Marquez trying to control but Koslov is working from the bottom.

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 Troy Marquez.
I think Marquez 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 91 Druggs vs Big Mouth
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
Adam moves away from the strike by Koslov.
Adam was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Koslov misses with a jab to the body
and Adam counters with a right hand to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Koslov. Adam does a little dance to reset his feet.
Adam swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Koslov tries to clinch up.
Koslov has his takedown stuffed
and Adam counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Vadik Koslov has been cut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Koslov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Koslov clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
Koslov has hold of one of Adam's legs. Adam is fighting the takedown attempt but Koslov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Koslov avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Adam utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Adam has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Adam utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Koslov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Koslov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Koslov wants to control from the top but Adam keeps moving. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Koslov throwing strikes but missing.
Koslov throws a big right hand that misses. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice uppercut there from Adam.
Koslov misses with a right hand
and Adam counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Adam misses. #T3#
Adam looks to score with a jab to the body but Koslov is just out of range.
Koslov wants to counter with a clinch but Adam pushes him away.#CL2#
Koslov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Adam taking a breather.
Koslov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Adam pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Koslov tries for a takedown. No joy.
Principo Adam has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vadik Koslov.
Adam tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Koslov wants to take the fight to the mat but Adam manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
Koslov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Koslov just content to control the position.
Adam is trying to get back to half guard.
Adam is not content to let Koslov control the position. #T4#
Adam is looking to reverse the position.
Koslov working the strikes but Adam uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Adam wants to get back to full guard.
Adam trying to control but Koslov postures up.
Adam is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Koslov stalling away here and it's allowed Adam to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vadik Koslov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov'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#
Adam swings for the body but Koslov moves out of range.
Koslov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Adam.
Adam waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Koslov.
Adam misses with a looping left.
Adam sets himself, and Koslov steps forward looking for the clinch! Adam avoids it this time.
Adam wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Koslov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Adam connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Koslov moves into the clinch.
Koslov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Adam prevents it.
Koslov wants to take the fight to the mat but Adam manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1##BC#
Adam breaks the clinch.
A lazy left from Adam finds it's target.
Adam scores with a punch to the head.
Principo Adam is winning the standup battle so far.
Adam scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Koslov doesn't seem bothered though.
Adam digs a good hook to Koslov's body.
It looks like Adam has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
The crowd cheers as Adam lands an impressive looking overhand right. Koslov doesn't seem phased though.
Adam swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Koslov fails with an attempt to clinch.
A big right from Adam misses. #CL2#
Koslov has Adam up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Adam pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Koslov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Koslov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Adam napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Adam is trying to get back to half guard.
Koslov working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Adam is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Koslov off and has taken his back!
Adam is not going to allow Koslov to sit and survive in this position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Adam's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB#
Adam is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Koslov is defending well though. Adam let's go of the attempt for now.#T3#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Adam's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke. #SUB#
Adam is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Koslov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Koslov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Vadik Koslov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Adam trying to control.#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.#SUB#
Adam is persistently looking for the submission but Koslov is defending it well.
Koslov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Adam is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Koslov is just riding it out for now. Adam eventually gives up the hold.
Koslov trying to control but Adam postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Principo Adam dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Koslov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Adam is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Koslov can do to turn this around?
Koslov avoids the body shot from Adam.
Adam connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Adam throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Koslov tries to clinch up.
Koslov tries to clinch but Adam moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Adam comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Adam throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A shot to the body from Koslov misses
and Adam counters with a stiff right hand.
Koslov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Adam tests Koslov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Koslov darts in trying to clinch
and Adam counters with a left to the body.
Koslov swings for the body but Adam moves out of range.
Koslov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Adam rather than just go for the knockout.
Adam comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Adam misses with a hook.
Adam fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Koslov on the side of the head.
Adam cracks Koslov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T2#
Adam swings for the body but Koslov moves out of range.
Koslov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Adam.
Adam misses with an uppercut.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Adam scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Adam lands a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Adam. Koslov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Adam keeps the fight on the outside.
Principo Adam is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Adam lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Adam misses with a straight left.
Koslov tries to counter with a clinch but Adam shakes him off and moves away.
Some wild striking there from Adam. #T3#
Adam misses with an uppercut. Koslov saw that one coming.
Adam lands a lovely overhand right.#TD2#
Koslov gets a double leg takedown into Adam's guard.
Koslov tries to free his leg and advance position but Adam is retaining full guard.
Adam is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Koslov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Adam avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Adam is trying to control the position but Koslov postures up.
Koslov trying to control but Adam is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Adam has his foot on Koslov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Koslov works his way back into a safe position though.
Adam utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Koslov doesn't manage to clinch there - Adam circles away.
Koslov misses the jab.#CL2#
Koslov has Adam up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Adam breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.

And that's the end of the fight!
Principo Adam showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Adam 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Principo Adam!
Principo Adam bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CMMA 80 Camara vs Thompson
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1##TD#
Koslov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Switzer's half guard.
Switzer is looking to improve his position.
Switzer felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Koslov stalling.
Switzer wants to control but Koslov is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Switzer knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Koslov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Koslov scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Koslov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Switzer defending well though.
Koslov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Switzer defending well though.
Switzer keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Koslov tries to pass to full mount but Switzer defends it.
Koslov missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Switzer keeping control of the position.
Koslov 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.
Koslov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Switzer keeps working. #T2#
Koslov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Koslov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Koslov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Switzer keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Switzer is not content to let Koslov control the position.#T3#
Koslov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Switzer is trying to maintain the position but Koslov is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD#
Koslov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koslov won't allow Switzer to sweep him here.
Koslov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Switzer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Koslov trying to control the position from guard on top but Switzer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koslov throws a big right hand that misses.
Koslov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Switzer's head.#T4#
Koslov throwing strikes but missing.
Koslov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Switzer pulls Koslov in close to prevent any damage.
Switzer lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Koslov is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Switzer is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Switzer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#CUT2#It looks like Vadik Koslov has been cut.
Good shot there by Switzer.
Koslov moves forwards but Switzer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Switzer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Switzer takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Koslov with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Switzer to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice body punch from Switzer.
Switzer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Switzer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Koslov manages to avoid it.#T1##CL#
Koslov darts in and clinches Switzer up against the cage.
Switzer tries to circle away but Koslov has him pinned against the cage.
Switzer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Koslov is looking to take this one to the mat.
Koslov tries for a takedown but Switzer manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vadik Koslov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Koslov tries for a takedown but Switzer manages to get underhooks.
Koslov tries to score a body lock takedown but Switzer shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Koslov prevents a body shot from Switzer.
Switzer misses with the head strike.
Switzer is pressed up against the cage. Koslov has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Switzer down to the mat. Switzer avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Koslov wants to clinch.
Koslov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Switzer counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Switzer displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Koslov avoids the head kick by Switzer.
Koslov drops his hands momentarily and Switzer takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Switzer connects with a single shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Switzer moves into range and connects with a jab. #TD#
Koslov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Switzer keeping moving, preventing Koslov from controlling successfully.
Switzer trying to control the position. #T3#
Koslov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Switzer seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Koslov trying to control the position from guard on top but Switzer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Switzer is adopting a defensive guard.
Koslov throwing strikes from guard but Switzer blocks nicely. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Koslov sitting in guard here, content to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Switzer digs a good hook to Koslov's body.
Switzer cracks a nice hook into Koslov's ribs.
Koslov misses with a takedown attempt
and Switzer counters with a stiff right hand.
Switzer lands a nice looking body shot.
Koslov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Switzer as he jumps to the side.
Switzer now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Koslov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Switzer counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kyle Switzer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Crunch! Switzer slams his shin into Koslov's torso.
Switzer ducks under a wild hook from Koslov.
Koslov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Koslov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Koslov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Switzer throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The fight stays on the outside here - Koslov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov misses with a body shot.
Switzer thinks about the counter body kick.#KD2#
Switzer lands a big head kick that sends Koslov tumbling to the mat! Switzer takes a step backwards and waves Koslov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Koslov is rocked!#CUT2#Vadik Koslov's cut is getting worse.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Koslov shoots in but Switzer avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Oh Koslov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T1#
Koslov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Koslov seems to have got his legs back now.
Koslov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Switzer counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Vadik Koslov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Switzer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Koslov. Koslov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Switzer delivers a nice body kick.
Switzer lands a nice looking kick to the body. Koslov takes a step back to recover.
Switzer with a jab.#T2##CL#
Koslov darts in and clinches Switzer up against the cage.
Switzer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Koslov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Switzer gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Switzer tries to throw a body punch but Koslov avoids it by throwing Switzer back against the cage.
Switzer lands a shot to the body.
Switzer lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Switzer.
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!
Koslov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Koslov presses Switzer against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Switzer swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Koslov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Switzer pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vadik Koslov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Switzer lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Koslov backwards.
Koslov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Switzer prevents it.
Switzer lands a shoulder strike.
Koslov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Switzer prevents it.
Switzer lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3##BC2#
Switzer breaks the clinch.
Koslov tries to clinch but Switzer moves away
and Switzer counters with a big right hand! Oh Koslov is in trouble here! Switzer follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kyle Switzer!
After the fight, Kyle Switzer was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CMMA 68 Doner vs Lafayette
Date: Jan 16, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Beast fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Koslov, pushing him back against the cage.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
Beast prevents a body shot from Koslov.
Koslov working aggressively here.
Beast blocks a body shot from Koslov.
Beast can't break the clinch.
Koslov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD2#
Beast drags the fight down to the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Koslov wants to control from the top but Beast keeps moving.
Koslov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Koslov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beast looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Beast throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beast controls Koslov momentarily but Koslov frees himself. #T1#
Beast wants to control the position but Koslov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB2#
Beast looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Koslov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Beast has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Beast tries to roll over but Koslov keeps him under control.
Koslov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Beast regains half guard.
Koslov moves into full mount! Beast won't be happy about that! #T2#
Koslov landing strikes from the mount and Beast is in trouble!
Beast tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Koslov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Beast working to try and regain half guard.
Koslov controlling the position easily from mount.
Koslov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Koslov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koslov controlling from the full mount.
Beast manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Koslov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Beast wants to improve his position but Koslov is controlling well.
Still in half guard, Koslov seems content to control.
Beast is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Beast is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Koslov pulls his head out easily.
Koslov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Koslov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Koslov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Beast taking some punishment here, with Koslov in his half guard.
Koslov is nestled in close to Beast, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Koslov lands a nice short elbow.
Beast regains full guard. Nicely done.
Koslov preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Beast working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Koslov has passed into half guard!
Koslov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Koslov wants to control but Beast is keeping him busy.
Beast taking some punishment here, with Koslov in his half guard.
Koslov is looking to take a break and control but Beast is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Koslov's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
Koslov darts in and clinches Beast up against the cage.
Koslov working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Koslov.
Koslov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beast can do to turn this around?
Koslov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Beast backwards.
Koslov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Beast's elbow.
Koslov tries a body shot but Beast blocks it.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Koslov tightens his grip and picks Beast up, before dumping him to the ground. Beast manages to land in guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Koslov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Koslov trying to control the position from guard on top but Beast is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Beast manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Koslov manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Beast working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Beast keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Koslov's head.
Koslov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Beast throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Beast preventing the sweep.
Beast trying to control the position from guard on top but Koslov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koslov has control of Beast's left arm, preventing Beast from doing any damage.
Beast won't allow Koslov to get back to his feet.
Beast trying to control the position from guard on top but Koslov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koslov looking for a sweep. Not yet Koslov, not yet.
Beast throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Koslov has control of Beast's left arm, preventing Beast from doing any damage.
Beast working some strikes from top position.
Koslov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Beast passes into half guard.
Koslov is trying to get back to full guard.
Beast thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Koslov's head.
Vadik Koslov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Beast trying to pass the guard but Koslov defending well.
Beast throwing shots but Koslov is blocking nicely.
Beast thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Beast missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T3#
Beast not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Koslov trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Beast manages to pass to mount!
Beast is landing with some decent strikes but Koslov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Beast raining down shots from the mount!
Beast is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Beast throws some wild stikes that Koslov manages to avoid easily.
Beast is landing with some decent strikes but Koslov is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Koslov is in a horrible position here. Beast smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Koslov is desperately trying to improve his position but Beast has a good base and remains in mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beast can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Koslov is looking to escape. #T4#
Beast putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Beast raining down hammerfists from mount.
Beast punishing his opponent with strikes.
Koslov regains half guard.
Beast trying to control from half guard but Koslov is working away.
Beast might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Koslov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Beast uses his free foot to push down on Koslov's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Koslov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Za Beast showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Beast shoots in for a double leg but Koslov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Beast tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Beast throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Koslov's waist but Koslov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Beast off to one side.
The fighters circling - Koslov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Koslov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Beast.#CL2#
Beast has Koslov up against the cage in a clinch.
Koslov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beast drops down looking for an ankle pick but Koslov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Vadik Koslov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Za Beast.
Jab from Koslov.#T1#
Koslov throws the left hand but Beast avoids the punch easily.
Nice cross by Koslov.#CL#
Beast gets tackled into the cage by Koslov. Koslov maintains the clinch.
Koslov misses with a punch on the inside.
Koslov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Beast looking for a takedown.
Beast blocks an uppercut.
Beast dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Koslov goes for a takedown attempt but Beast pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Beast moves in looking to clinch but Koslov pushes him off.#T2#
Koslov stuffs the takedown.#TD#
Koslov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Beast manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Koslov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Beast is keeping the position for now.
Beast looking for a sweep. Not yet Beast, not yet. #SUB2#
Koslov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Beast has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Koslov has managed to get both his arms back between Beast's legs - danger averted.
Koslov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Beast looking for a sweep. Not yet Beast, not yet. #SUB2#
Beast working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Koslov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Koslov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Koslov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Beast's head.#T3##SUB2#
Beast has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Koslov is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Beast.
Check out the look on Koslov's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Koslov scoring with punches and elbows.
Beast struggling a bit here.
Koslov slows the pace down.
Beast is looking for a sweep.
Koslov working the head and body with strikes.
Beast is looking to regain half guard here but Koslov keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Koslov looks up at the clock and then as Beast takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Koslov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Beast is trying to get back to half guard.
Koslov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Beast regains half guard.#SUB2#
Beast looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Koslov slips a nice elbow through Beast's hands, connecting with Beast's forehead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Beast tries to roll over but Koslov keeps him under control.
Beast is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Koslov jumps into side control!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 58 Philippe vs McCrae
Date: Dec 13, 2020

#R1#
Obaminator tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Koslov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Obaminator tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Koslov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Koslov slips a straight right by Obaminator.
Koslov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Obaminator.#CL#
Obaminator fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Koslov, pushing him back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Obaminator.
Obaminator misses with some punches.
Obaminator lands a left hand that snaps the head of Koslov backwards.
Obaminator tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Koslov's elbow.
Obaminator blocks a body shot from Koslov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obaminator is struggling to control the position.
Obaminator softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Obaminator blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Koslov.
Koslov looking to stall. #T1#
Koslov blocks a body shot from Obaminator.
Koslov swings wildly with an uppercut but Obaminator uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koslov blocking some punches.
Obaminator lands with a left to the head. #TD#
Obaminator manages to pull guard.
Obaminator seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Koslov working some strikes from top position.
Koslov stays in close to Obaminator's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Koslov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Obaminator utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB#
Obaminator working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Koslov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Koslov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Obaminator is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Koslov has his hands clasped together but Obaminator extends and breaks Koslov's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Obaminator.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Barack Obaminator!
A victorious Barack Obaminator thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CMMA 49 Philippe vs Jukassa
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Koslov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Exotic manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Exotic trying to keep a closed guard but Koslov is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Exotic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Koslov defends well.#SUB#
Exotic had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Koslov defends it easily.
Koslov works over Exotic with some ground and pound from guard.
Koslov throwing strikes from guard but Exotic blocks nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Exotic isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Koslov stacks Exotic on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Koslov!
Koslov lands an elbow. #T1#
Koslov cracks Exotic with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Exotic wants to control but Koslov postures up.
Koslov trying to control the position but Exotic is working away.
Exotic is looking for a sweep.
Exotic struggling a bit here.
Koslov is looking to take a break and control but Exotic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Koslov scoring with punches and elbows.
Koslov lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Exotic down.
Exotic taking a bit of punishment here - Koslov scoring with strikes. #T2#
Exotic is looking for a sweep.
Exotic trying to remain calm as Koslov controls from the top position.
Koslov wants to control but Exotic is keeping him busy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Exotic can't do much from the bottom here.
Koslov is putting a hurting on Exotic here, landing some big shots from side control.
Exotic is trying to improve his position.
Koslov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Exotic tries to bench press Koslov off him but Koslov keeps the position.
Koslov working the ground and pound from side control.
Exotic sneaks back into half guard.
Koslov trying to control from half guard but Exotic is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Exotic is pressing down on Koslov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Koslov chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Exotic looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Koslov passes into half guard.
Exotic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Koslov connects with a couple of short punches.
Exotic looking for a sweep. Not yet Exotic, not yet.
Koslov cracks Exotic with a solid left hand.
Koslov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Exotic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Exotic is looking for a triangle here but Koslov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control. #T4#
Koslov scoring with punches from side control.
Exotic is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Koslov just content to control the position.
Exotic is trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Exotic is not content to let Koslov control the position.
Exotic struggling a bit here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov 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#
Koslov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Exotic.
Exotic lands with a nice body punch.
Koslov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Exotic counter with a right hand. #CUT#It looks like Vadik Koslov has been cut.
Exotic works Koslov's body with a nice hook.
Exotic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Koslov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The fighters circling - Koslov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Exotic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Koslov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Exotic jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Exotic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Koslov in his tracks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Exotic circles away from the clinch attempt
and Exotic counters with a nice body shot. #T1#
Koslov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Koslov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Exotic connects with a looping right hand.
Koslov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Exotic counters with a left to the body.
Joe Exotic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Koslov misses with the combination. #TD2#
Koslov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Exotic manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Koslov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Exotic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Koslov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Koslov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
Koslov wants to control from the top but Exotic keeps moving.
Exotic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Exotic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Koslov scoring with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Exotic avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Koslov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Exotic not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T3##SUB#
Exotic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Koslov 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. #SUB#
Exotic is looking for a triangle but Koslov pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Exotic pushes a forearm under Koslov's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Koslov is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joe Exotic!
A very excited looking Joe Exotic made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CMMA 42 Warrior vs TKY
Date: Oct 18, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bryant lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Koslov circles away quickly and effectively.
A telegraphed right hand from Koslov misses the target.
Koslov doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Bryant counter with a right hand.
Bryant throws a right hand that Koslov ducks under and follows up with a left that Koslov also avoids with ease.
Bryant throws a series of strikes that have Koslov backpedaling. #CUT#It looks like Vadik Koslov has been cut.
Koslov misses with a body shot
and Bryant counters with a straight right hand.
Bryant fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bryant swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bryant has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#CL2#
Koslov rushes Bryant and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A bit of stalling here from Bryant.
Koslov tries to throw a body punch but Bryant avoids it by throwing Koslov back against the cage.
Koslov throws a punch but it's blocked by Bryant.
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!
Koslov lands a body shot. #T1#
Bryant is trying to break free.
Koslov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bryant backwards.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Koslov has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Koslov has a couple of punches blocked by Bryant.
Koslov misses with a punch on the inside.
Bryant tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Koslov fails to land.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
Koslov has a couple of punches blocked by Bryant.
Bryant is looking to control Koslov's arms but Koslov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Bryant has his back to the cage.
Bryant controlling the action here for a moment.
Koslov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Koslov scores with a shoulder strike.
Koslov tries a body shot but Bryant blocks it. #BC#
Bryant pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Koslov defending well as Bryant loads up on a big left hand.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T2#
Bryant displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Koslov.
Kobe Bryant seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Koslov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bryant's waist but Bryant gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Koslov off to one side.
Kobe Bryant has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vadik Koslov.
Bryant looks to land a left hand but Koslov moved out of range nicely.#CL2#
Koslov has closed the distance and engaged Bryant in a clinch.
Bryant pressing his opponent against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bryant.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bryant blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Koslov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Bryant tries to work over Koslov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Koslov prevents Bryant from breaking the clinch.
Koslov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bryant working aggressively here. #T3#
Bryant blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Bryant.
A short uppercut from Koslov.
Bryant blocking some punches.
Koslov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Koslov.
Bryant wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Koslov has him pressed against the cage.
Bryant lands a right hand.
Bryant blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Koslov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Koslov lands a body punch.
Bryant is struggling to control the position.
Bryant misses with the head strike.
Bryant blocks an uppercut.
Koslov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koslov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T4#
Bryant is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Koslov slowing the pace effectively.
A shot in the inside from Koslov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bryant is trying to maintain a safe position but Koslov gets an underhook and turns Bryant into the cage.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Koslov takes a shot to the head.
Bryant tries to stall but Koslov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Bryant blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bryant misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bryant is struggling to control the position.
Bryant stalling in the clinch.
Koslov working aggressively here. #BC#
Bryant manages to break the clinch.
Koslov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bryant.
Bryant throws a looping overhand right but Koslov ducks down to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Vadik Koslov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov'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#
Bryant throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #CL2#
Koslov has taken the fight to the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Koslov misses with some punches. #BC#
Bryant breaks the clinch.
Kobe Bryant is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
No luck for Koslov with that takedown attempt.
Bryant is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Koslov has Bryant up against the cage in a clinch.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Vadik Koslov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Koslov gets through Bryant's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bryant throws a punch but it's blocked by Koslov.
Koslov lands with a right to the head.
Koslov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Koslov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Bryant throws a head punch that misses.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
Koslov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Koslov blocks a body shot from Bryant.
Bryant misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bryant takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #BC#
Bryant pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Koslov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bryant.#CL#
Bryant moves into the clinch successfully. #T2#
Koslov blocks an uppercut.
Koslov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koslov tries to throw a body punch but Bryant avoids it by throwing Koslov back against the cage.
Koslov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Koslov lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bryant misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Koslov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kobe Bryant is winning the standup battle so far.
Bryant misses with a two punch combination.
Bryant swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Koslov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bryant tries to clinch there but Koslov circles away.
Koslov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Koslov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Koslov slowing the pace effectively.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Bryant misses with the head strike.
Koslov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bryant.
Koslov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Bryant lands with a left to the head.
Koslov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Koslov misses with some punches.
Koslov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Koslov is looking to control Bryant's arms but Bryant gets an underhook and turns him. Now Koslov has his back to the cage.
Bryant misses with a hook to the ribs. #TD2#
Koslov has Bryant pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Koslov pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Bryant tumbling to the mat - Koslov dives into Bryant's guard.
Koslov stops Bryant from standing up.
Koslov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T4#
Bryant lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bryant tries to free his leg and advance position but Koslov is retaining full guard. #ES2#
Koslov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bryant off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Koslov throws a sloppy body shot
and Bryant cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Koslov clinches.
Bryant taking a breather.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Koslov.
Koslov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bryant up against the cage.
Koslov keeps control of Bryant as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Vadik Koslov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Vadik Koslov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Bryant throws a body shot but no joy.
Bryant misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Koslov.
A swing and a miss from Koslov.
Bryant looks to throw the jab but Koslov is out of range.
Bryant connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Some wild striking there from Bryant.
Bryant falls off balance throwing a combination #CL2#
and Koslov counters by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Koslov lands a nice uppercut.
Koslov lands a nice uppercut.
Koslov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Koslov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Bryant up against the cage.#BC#
Bryant breaks from the clinch.
Koslov lands a jab to the head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Koslov.
Koslov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bryant wants to clinch.
Koslov wants to counter the offense by Bryant and move into the clinch position.#T2#
Bryant misses with a wild combination.
Koslov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bryant.
Koslov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Bryant misses with a two punch combination.
Koslov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Koslov shoots in looking for a takedown but Bryant manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Koslov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Bryant misses with a two punch combination.
Koslov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kobe Bryant has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Vadik Koslov.
Bryant scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Bryant changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bryant throws a right and a left that Koslov avoids nicely.
Bryant circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bryant sizes up Koslov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bryant slips a jab and a cross from Koslov.
Vadik Koslov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bryant throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bryant scores with a shot to the body.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bryant.
Koslov moves out of range of the strikes.
Koslov moves in looking to clinch but Bryant pushes him off.#T4#
Bryant stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bryant wants it to stay on the feet.
Koslov wants to clinch but Bryant slips to the side
and Bryant counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Koslov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Koslov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bryant.
Bryant is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Koslov throws a jab when Bryant was well out of range.
Koslov is looking to clinch but Bryant is avoiding it.
Bryant lands a jab-cross combination.
Bryant lands a jab to Koslov's midsection.
Koslov throws a jab when Bryant was well out of range.
Bryant throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kobe Bryant has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Koslov tries to close the distance and clinch but Bryant swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Kobe Bryant showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Koslov 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 33 MacLaughlin vs Ollila
Date: Sep 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Miles throws out a loose jab but Koslov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Miles slips a jab and a cross from Koslov. #CL2#
Koslov moves into range and clinches up with Miles.
Koslov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Miles backwards.
Koslov scores with a shot to the side of Miles's head.
A frustrated look appears on Miles's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Miles misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Miles misses with an elbow strike.
Miles creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Koslov takes a shot to the head.
Miles working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov keeps control of Miles as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
I was talking to Miles's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A shot in the inside from Koslov.
Koslov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Miless head.
Koslov lands with a left to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Miles wants to break free but Koslov has control.
Miles is looking to break free of the clinch but Koslov has double underhooks.
Koslov pushes Miles back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1#
Koslov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Miles wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Koslov has him pressed against the cage.
Koslov pushes Miles back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Miles throws a punch but it's blocked by Koslov.
Koslov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Miles's efforts to push away.
Miles misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Koslov turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Koslov manages to end up in side control.
Koslov scores with punches from side control.
Miles is not content to let Koslov control the position.
Koslov is working Miles over with some ground and pound from side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Koslov working the ground and pound from side control.
Miles is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Koslov off and has taken his back!#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Koslov can't escape the position.
Miles missing with strikes.
Koslov covering up well under a series of strikes from Miles.
Miles avoiding Koslov 's attempts to control his hands.
Miles throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Miles is trying to stick to Koslov's back but Koslov is turning into Miles. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Miles's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Koslov.
Miles is wriggling around but Koslov manages to pass to half guard.
Koslov is nestled in close to Miles, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Miles is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Koslov jumps into side control!
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Miles takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T3#
Miles pushes Koslov away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Koslov gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Miles takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Koslov prevents Miles from escaping the position.
Koslov creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Koslov cracks Miles with a big elbow.
Koslov working the ground and pound.
Miles taking punishment in the form of punches.
Koslov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Koslov looks up at the clock and then as Miles takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Koslov smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude! #ROC2#Miles is rocked!
Koslov lands a decent elbow from side control.
Oh Miles is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Koslov scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Miles is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Koslov can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 22 Obaminator vs Koslov
Date: Aug 09, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Obaminator, as that shot connected.
Vadik Koslov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot by Koslov.
Koslov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Obaminator showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Koslov.
Koslov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Obaminator just misses with a punch to the body.
Koslov wants to counter with a clinch but Obaminator pushes him away.
Koslov lands a two punch combo.
Obaminator looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Koslov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Obaminator counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Koslov thinking.
Koslov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Koslov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Obaminator swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Koslov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Obaminator. #T1#
Koslov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Koslov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Obaminator on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Obaminator misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Koslov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Obaminator swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Obaminator lunges at Koslov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Koslov's hand.
Koslov moves in looking to clinch but Obaminator pushes him off.
Obaminator closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Koslov throws a poor cross that misses
and Obaminator counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Obaminator tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Obaminator walks into a jab.
Koslov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Obaminator throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Obaminator avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Obaminator throwing a counter right hand but Koslov manages to avoid it.
Obaminator misses with a few strikes there.
A nice side step and Koslov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Koslov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Obaminator manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sloppy strikes from Koslov. Those never looked like landing.
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!
Nice defenses there by Obaminator.#CL2#
Koslov gets a clinch. #BC#
Obaminator breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Koslov clinches up with Obaminator and pushes him back against the cage.#T3#
Koslov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Obaminator misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Koslov takes a shot to the head.
Obaminator throws a punch but it's blocked by Koslov.
Koslov misses with the head strike.
A short left from Koslov. #TD#
Obaminator jumps guard and drags Koslov to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
We've been informed that Koslov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Obaminator looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Koslov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Obaminator gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Koslov avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Obaminator isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Koslov stacks Obaminator on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Koslov!
Obaminator is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Obaminator's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Koslov decides to stand back up. Koslov steps back and let's Obaminator get back to his feet.
Koslov looks to score with a jab to the body but Obaminator is just out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Obaminator misses the target.
Koslov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Obaminator appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Koslov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Obaminator manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Koslov moves into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Koslov thuds his right hand into Obaminator's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Koslov scores with a punch to the head.
Koslov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Obaminator paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Obaminator scores with a punch to the head.
Koslov throws an off balance right hand
and Obaminator makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Koslov tries to clinch up
and Obaminator connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Koslov does no damage.
Obaminator rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Koslov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Obaminator sets himself, and Koslov steps forward looking for the clinch! Obaminator avoids it this time.#T1##CL2#
Koslov gets a clinch.
Koslov avoiding damage.
Obaminator fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Obaminator softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Obaminator tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Koslov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Koslov. #TD#
Obaminator pulls guard effortlessly.
Obaminator on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Obaminator tries to get out of the position.
Koslov wanted to stand there but Obaminator had control of the position. #SUB#
Obaminator has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Koslov doesn't defend quickly enough and Obaminator has managed to lock this one up! Can Koslov escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Obaminator on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Barack Obaminator!
Barack Obaminator retains his middleweight title!
Barack Obaminator seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CMMA 13 Toure vs Dunne
Date: Jul 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Morton shoots in for a double leg but Koslov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Morton dives in and grabs Koslov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Koslov pushes down on Morton's head and hops out.
Koslov throws a big counter combination but Morton scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Morton fails with the takedown.
Vadik Koslov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chris Morton.#CL#
Koslov has Morton up against the cage in a clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Koslov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Morton is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Koslov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Morton wants to take the fight to the mat but Koslov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Morton is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Morton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Koslov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
A short uppercut from Koslov.
Koslov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Morton or not.
Morton drops down looking for an ankle pick but Koslov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Koslov scores with a decent looking hook.#CL#
Koslov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Morton, pushing him back against the cage.
Koslov stops a takedown attempt from Morton.
A hook to the body from Koslov.
Morton looks winded!
Koslov scores with a shot to the side of Morton's head.
Morton drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Morton is looking to take this one to the mat.#T2#
Morton wants a takedown but no success here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Koslov.
Koslov gets underhooks to prevent Morton's takedown attempt.
Koslov stalling in the clinch.
Koslov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Koslov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Morton wants to take the fight to the mat but Koslov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Koslov digs a right hand underneath Morton's ribcage. Morton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Koslov.
Koslov lands with a right to the head.
Koslov is pressed up against the cage. Morton has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Koslov down to the mat. Koslov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Koslov clinches up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Koslov. #CUT#It looks like Chris Morton has been cut.
Koslov scores with a shot to the side of Morton's head.
The referee is keeping an eye on Koslov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T3#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Koslov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Koslov gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Koslov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Koslov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Koslov digs a right hand into Morton's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Morton's gas tank.
Koslov stalling.
Koslov gets through Morton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Koslov digs a right hand into Morton's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Morton's gas tank.
Koslov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Morton backwards.
Koslov just leaning against Morton, taking a breather.
Morton takes a shot to the head.
Koslov lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Koslov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Koslov.
Koslov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Morton backwards. #ROC#Morton is rocked!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Koslov.
Morton is still on wobbly legs! Can Koslov finish him?
The referee calls for Koslov to work. #T4#
A bit of stalling here from Koslov.
A short left from Koslov.
Koslov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Koslov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Koslov.
Koslov lands a big right hand that drops Morton! The killer instinct kicks in and Koslov finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Koslov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vadik Koslov!

Event: CMMA 7 Oliveira vs McCowan
Date: Jun 07, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hectus slaps away a takedown attempt from Koslov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hectus looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Koslov clinches with his opponent.
Koslov effectively controlling the action here.
Hectus looking to stall.
Koslov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Koslov working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Koslov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hectus blocks it with crossed arms.
Koslov has a couple of punches blocked by Hectus. #T1#
A bit of stalling here from Koslov.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Koslov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Koslov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Vadik Koslov.
Koslov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Hectus misses the target.
Koslov throws a half hearted mid kick.#CL#
Koslov clinches up with Hectus and pushes him back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Koslov as the two fighters clinch.
Hectus looking to stall.
Koslov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hectus up against the cage.#T2#
Koslov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hectus looking to stall.
Hectus is stalling here.
Koslov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Hectus being controlled against the cage.
Koslov tries a body shot but Hectus blocks it. #T3#
Koslov lands a shot to the body.
Hectus blocks an elbow strike.
Koslov can't find room to land a body shot as Hectus controls the action.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Koslov.
Koslov is struggling to control the position.
Koslov controlling the action here for a moment.
Koslov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Koslov.
Koslov misses with a punch to the body.
Koslov taking a breather.#T4#
Koslov misses with a punch to the body.
Koslov lands with a short shot to the head.
Koslov avoiding damage.
Koslov has Hectus pressed against the cage, preventing Hectus from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Hectus being controlled against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Vadik Koslov.#CL#
Koslov moves into the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Come on Koslov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Koslov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hectus throws a jab but it's blocked by Koslov.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hectus.
Hectus throws the left hand but Koslov avoids the punch easily.
Hectus scores with a nice right hand.
Koslov misses with a straight right. #CL#
Hectus gets tackled into the cage by Koslov. Koslov maintains the clinch.
Hectus avoids the elbow strike from Koslov, against the cage. #BC#
Koslov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Koslov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hectus has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Koslov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koslov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hectus counters with a nice uppercut.
Hectus takes a swing at Koslov's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Koslov gets in close and instigates a clinch. #T1#
Koslov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hectus trying to control the position but instead, Koslov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Hectus into the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Hectus is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Koslov has denied him.
Koslov is struggling to control the position.
Koslov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Koslov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Koslov has Hectus pushed against the cage.
Koslov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hectus backwards.
Koslov trying to land knees to the body. #T2#
Koslov lands with a left to the head.
Koslov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Hectus is trying to break the clinch but Koslov is controlling him.
Hectus taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Koslov.
Koslov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Koslov lands with a right to the head.
Hectus is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Koslov effectively controlling the action here.
Koslov lands a shot to the body.#T3#
Koslov controlling the action here for a moment.
Koslov lands with a right to the head.
Koslov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Vadik Koslov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Koslov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hectus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koslov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Come on Koslov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A nice left hand lands by Koslov. #T4#
Hectus is looking to control Koslov's arms but Koslov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hectus has his back to the cage.
A short right from Koslov on the inside.
Hectus stalling in the clinch but Koslov improves position.
Koslov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hectus looking to stall.
Koslov just leaning against Hectus, taking a breather.
Koslov tries to land a knee to the head but Hectus blocks with his arms.
Koslov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Koslov lands with a right to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vadik Koslov dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Hectus scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Koslov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Koslov throws a combination. Hectus tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Hectus clobbers Koslov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CL#
Koslov has Hectus up against the cage in a clinch.
Hectus is trying to break the clinch but Koslov is controlling him.
Hectus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hectus 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.
Koslov is struggling to control the position.
Koslov avoiding damage.
Koslov avoiding damage. #T1#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Koslov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Koslov for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Hectus avoiding damage as Koslov throws knees to the body.
Koslov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Vadik Koslov.
Hectus throws a body shot but no joy.
Hectus scores with a jab to the jaw.
Appolo Hectus seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Koslov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A short right from Koslov.
Koslov stalls.
Koslov stalling the fight. #T2#
Koslov gets through Hectus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Hectus taking a breather.
Koslov misses with a body punch.
Hectus lands a left hand that snaps the head of Koslov backwards.
Koslov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Koslov throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Koslov.
Koslov misses with a body punch.
Hectus is trying to break the clinch but Koslov has him pressed against the cage.
Koslov scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hectus tries to break the clinch but Koslov is controlling the position.
Hectus lands a left hand. #T3#
Koslov scores with a hook to the body.
Koslov pressing his opponent against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Koslov.
Koslov has Hectus pushed against the cage.
Hectus is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Koslov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hectus can do to turn this around?
Koslov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Koslov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Vadik Koslov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Koslov scores with a hook to the body.
Hectus is trying to maintain a safe position but Koslov gets an underhook and turns Hectus into the cage.
Koslov stalling.
Koslov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Hectus up against the cage.
Koslov seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Vadik Koslov.#CL#
Koslov has closed the distance and engaged Hectus in a clinch.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vadik Koslov!

Event: FFS 3: Ocala
Date: May 08, 2020

#R1#
Koslov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Dallas manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Koslov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#TD2#
Dallas scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Koslov tries to improve position but can't.
Dallas tries to advance to mount but Koslov denies him. #SUB2#
Dallas swings around for an armbar but Koslov sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Dallas's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Dallas can do anything to dispel that myth.
Koslov wants to pass the guard but Dallas is keeping the position.
Koslov stays in close to Dallas's body and controls the position.
Koslov wants to control from the top but Dallas keeps moving. #T1#
Koslov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2#
Dallas is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Koslov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Dallas is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Koslov is aware though and is defending well.
Koslov is working Dallas over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Koslov landing some decent shots from guard.
Koslov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dallas being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Dallas is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T2##SUB2#
Dallas escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Koslov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Koslov content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dallas keeping moving, preventing Koslov from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Dallas looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Koslov wants to control from the top but Dallas keeps moving. #SUB2#
Dallas is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Koslov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Dallas working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Koslov has passed into half guard!
Koslov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 10:9
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 10:9
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vadik Koslov!

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