Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: RSE 61: Hopeless
Date: Mar 20, 2024

#R1#
Uhp throws out a loose jab but Chibaclov uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD#
Chibaclov scores with a takedown into Uhp's guard.
Chibaclov trying to control the position from guard on top but Uhp is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chibaclov passes Uhp's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Chibaclov is trying to control. Uhp wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Uhp wants to control but Chibaclov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Uhp knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Uhp is trying to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Uhp sees it coming and defends easily.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Uhp can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chibaclov is trying to control the action in half guard but Uhp is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Uhp pushes Chibaclov off looking to stand but Chibaclov dives back in and keeps control. #T1#
Chibaclov not doing much here.
Chibaclov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Uhp to regain full guard.
Uhp really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chibaclov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Chibaclov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chibaclov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Uhp is wriggling around but Chibaclov manages to pass to half guard. #SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Uhp is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov is looking to advance position but Uhp won't allow it. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chibaclov stops Uhp from getting back to his feet. #SU#
Chibaclov decides to stand up.
Chibaclov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Chibaclov moves in looking to clinch but Uhp pushes him off.
Chibaclov has his takedown stuffed
and Uhp connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chibaclov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Uhp.
Uhp lands a really nice looking cross but Chibaclov seems unphased.
Chibaclov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Uhp tries to avoid it but Chibaclov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Uhp to the ground. Uhp escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chibaclov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Uhp sprawls well. Uhp wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Uhp on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Uhp circles away from the clinch attempt
and Uhp counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Uhp misses the jab.
Uhp throws the left hand but Chibaclov avoids the punch easily.
Uhp keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Uhp loads up on a big right hand but Chibaclov slips the punch.
Chibaclov is looking to counter punch.
Uhp cracks a nice hook into Chibaclov's ribs.
Chibaclov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chibaclov blocks a jab.
Uhp throws a hook but Chibaclov avoids it easily.#T4#
Uhp scores with a punch to the head.
Good exchange - Uhp coming out on top.
A big left from Uhp misses.
Chibaclov shoots and misses
and Uhp counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chibaclov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Uhp to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Uhp throws an overhand right that lands on Chibaclov's shoulder, as Chibaclov tries to avoid the shot.
A jab from Uhp finds it's way through Chibaclov's defenses.
Chibaclov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Uhp to score with a decent uppercut.
Light Uhp is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Chibaclov.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Chibaclov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Uhp has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Light Uhp seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chibaclov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uhp.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Light Uhp 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#
Uhp punishes Chibaclov's body with a nice straight punch.
Uhp displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chibaclov.
Chibaclov tries to clinch but Uhp moves out of range.
Uhp just misses with a punch to the body.
Chibaclov avoids the body shot from Uhp.
Chibaclov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uhp.
Uhp cracks a nice hook into Chibaclov's ribs.
Chibaclov shoots in looking for a takedown. Uhp tries to sprawl out of it but Chibaclov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Uhp manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Uhp throws a jab but it's blocked by Chibaclov.
Chibaclov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Uhp looks to throw the jab but Chibaclov is out of range.
Chibaclov drops down looking for a counter takedown but Uhp sprawls and moves away.
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Uhp as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Chibaclov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Chibaclov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Uhp.
Chibaclov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A telegraphed right hand from Uhp misses the target.
Chibaclov is looking to counter the offense by Uhp and move into the clinch.
Chibaclov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Uhp throws out the jab.
Chibaclov attempts a counter takedown but Uhp avoids it well and moves away.
Uhp cracks Chibaclov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Chibaclov dives in for a single leg takedown but Uhp sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Uhp fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Chibaclov is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Uhp pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Uhp works on Chibaclov's body with a couple of short punches.
Chibaclov is trying to maintain a safe position but Uhp gets an underhook and turns Chibaclov into the cage.
Uhp working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Uhp creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Chibaclov misses with the head strike.
Uhp scores with a nice hook to the head.
Uhp digs a right hand underneath Chibaclov's ribcage. Chibaclov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Uhp lands a hook that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
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!
Uhp lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Uhp lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
Chibaclov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Uhp lands with a left to the head.
Uhp lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Uhp has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Uhp cracks Chibaclov with a nice body shot.
A right handed body shot lands from Uhp.
Uhp lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
Uhp lands with a right to the head.
Uhp lands a shot to the body.
Uhp lands a body shot.
Uhp pushes Chibaclov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Uhp - that landed with a thud.
Uhp lands with a short shot to the head.
Uhp lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Uhp. #ROC2#Chibaclov is rocked!
Uhp working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Oh Chibaclov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Uhp lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Chibaclov.
Chibaclov takes a shot to the head.
Uhp cracks Chibaclov with a nice body shot.
Uhp scores with a nice hook to the head.
Uhp taking a breather.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Uhp.
Uhp working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Uhp softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Uhp lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Uhp.
Still in the clinch, Uhp scores with a nice short uppercut.
Uhp pushes Chibaclov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot in the inside from Uhp.
Uhp throws a big uppercut that drops Chibaclov! More strikes from Uhp and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Chibaclov lies dazed against the cage as Uhp celebrates with his cornermen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Light Uhp!

Event: RSE 49: Bloodbath
Date: Feb 14, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Dienekes shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dienekes controlling the action here.
Dienekes works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dienekes controlling his opponent.
Dienekes prevents Chibaclov from getting the reversal.
Dienekes trying to control but Chibaclov is having none of it.
Chibaclov manages to regain half guard. Good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov gets back to full guard.
Dienekes stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.#T1#
Chibaclov is trying to keep Dienekes in close.
Dienekes 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.
Chibaclov can't keep his opponent in guard - Dienekes advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Chibaclov trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Dienekes has latched onto it... Big trouble! Dienekes pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Chibaclov is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Dienekes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Doric Dienekes! Doric Dienekes retains his middleweight title!

Event: RSE 39.5: Dawning of Chaos
Date: Jan 13, 2024

#R1#
Chibaclov misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Le Strange counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Le Strange looking to pass the guard.
Le Strange slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Le Strange controlling from side mount.
Chibaclov is trying to improve his position.
Chibaclov is working hard here to advance position.
Chibaclov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Le Strange off and has taken his back!
Le Strange tries to escape the position. #SUB#
Chibaclov tightening his grip on Le Strange, looking for the choke.
Le Strange tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Le Strange 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.#T1#
Le Strange tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chibaclov wants to control the pace but Le Strange is squirming around nicely.
Le Strange wants to control but Chibaclov is having none of it.
Chibaclov moves to back control. #SUB#
Chibaclov is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Le Strange is defending well though. Chibaclov let's go of the attempt for now.
You can see the frustration on Le Strange's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Le Strange keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Le Strange defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Le Strange just trying to survive but Chibaclov is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Chibaclov keeps control of the position as Le Strange tries to break free. #T2##SUB#
Chibaclov working for the choke.
You can see the frustration on Le Strange's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Le Strange can't escape the position. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking for the RNC.
You can see the frustration on Le Strange's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking for the choke from the back.
Chibaclov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Le Strange can't escape the position.
Le Strange is trying to get back to his feet but Chibaclov has full control of the position and if anything, Le Strange has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Chibaclov is working the ground and pound here and the referee is taking a close look at Le Strange. He must escape soon or this one will be stopped.
Will Chibaclov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position? #SUB#
Chibaclov goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Le Strange escapes and is now in half guard on top. #T3#
Chibaclov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chibaclov.
Le Strange trying to control the position from guard on top but Chibaclov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chibaclov trying to control the position.
Le Strange advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Le Strange is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chibaclov defends it well.
Chibaclov wants to get back to full guard.
Chibaclov is trying to maintain the position but Le Strange is very close to passing his half guard.
Chibaclov wants to improve his position but Le Strange is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Le Strange seems to be working for a kimura but Chibaclov defends the submission attempt.
Chibaclov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Chibaclov is looking to control Le Strange's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chibaclov avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Le Strange is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Le Strange is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Chibaclov is just riding it out for now. Le Strange eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov is pressing down on Le Strange's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL#
Chibaclov darts in and clinches Le Strange up against the cage.
Chibaclov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Le Strange walks away with a smile on his face. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Chibaclov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Le Strange drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Chibaclov defends it well.#TD#
Chibaclov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Matteo Chibaclov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Le Strange tries to get to full guard but Chibaclov has control of the leg.
Le Strange moves into full guard.
Le Strange wants to sweep but no luck.
Chibaclov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chibaclov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Le Strange can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Le Strange trying to control here. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chibaclov is keen to just control but Le Strange is a slippery customer.#T1#
Le Strange wants to control but Chibaclov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Chibaclov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Le Strange is working to get back to half guard.
Le Strange in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Chibaclov lands a nice shot to the head.
Chibaclov with a couple of short strikes.
Le Strange is looking to get to half guard.
Chibaclov fails to move to back control.
Le Strange tries to lock up and control but Chibaclov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Le Strange gets back to half guard.#T2#
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Le Strange is having none of it. #SUB#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Le Strange sees it coming and defends easily.
Chibaclov winds up and cracks Le Strange with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Le Strange is not content to let Chibaclov control the position.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Chibaclov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Le Strange does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Le Strange is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chibaclov pulls his head out easily.
Le Strange is breathing heavily.
Le Strange has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chibaclov is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Le Strange is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chibaclov pulls his head out easily.
Chibaclov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Le Strange keeps working. #SUB#
Le Strange is defending against the submission attempts here by Chibaclov. #SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Le Strange is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Chibaclov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Le Strange knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Le Strange sees it coming and defends easily.
Chibaclov is looking to take a break and control but Le Strange is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Le Strange taking some punishment here, with Chibaclov in his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura but Le Strange is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chibaclov to get the leverage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that second round.
That's time! Chibaclov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Chibaclov fails to land the takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Chibaclov as Le Strange shoots in.
As Le Strange tries to get set, Chibaclov tries to push him back and clinch up but Le Strange manages to avoid the attempt.
Chibaclov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Le Strange looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD2#
Le Strange fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Chibaclov sprawls well initially but Le Strange persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Le Strange is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Le Strange is trying to work for a kimura but Chibaclov is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chibaclov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Le Strange takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##SUB#
Le Strange got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chibaclov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Le Strange has managed to get both his arms back between Chibaclov's legs - danger averted.
Le Strange stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.
Le Strange trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom.
Chibaclov is trying to keep Le Strange in close.
Le Strange loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Chibaclov wants to sweep here but Le Strange controlling him for the moment.
Le Strange throwing strikes from guard but Chibaclov blocks nicely.
Le Strange wants to pass the guard but Chibaclov is keeping the position.
Le Strange wants to control from the top but Chibaclov keeps moving.
Le Strange preventing the sweep. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Le Strange throws a big elbow that misses.
Chibaclov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Le Strange is one step ahead there.
Chibaclov is trying to control the position but Le Strange postures up.
Chibaclov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Le Strange is one step ahead there.
Le Strange trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Chibaclov keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Matteo Chibaclov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gerath Le Strange.
Nice straight punches there by Chibaclov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Chibaclov.#T3#
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Le Strange sprawls well. Le Strange wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet.
Le Strange changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Chibaclov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Le Strange trying to control but Chibaclov postures up.
Le Strange taking some punishment here, with Chibaclov in his half guard. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Chibaclov lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Le Strange looking for submissions off his back.
Gerath Le Strange has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Le Strange looking for a kimura from the bottom but Chibaclov passes into side control!#SU#
Chibaclov decides to stand back up. Chibaclov steps back and let's Le Strange get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Strange dodges the punch combination from Chibaclov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matteo Chibaclov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chibaclov 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: CFC 608
Date: Nov 24, 2023

#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Chibaclov scores with a four punch combination!
We've been hearing reports that Chibaclov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Botev throws a lazy uppercut
and Chibaclov counters with a straight right hand.
Chibaclov lands with an uppercut that bounces Botev off the cage and back into range.
Sloppy strikes from Botev. Those never looked like landing. #TD#
Chibaclov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Botev is having none of it.
Chibaclov working over Botev with some ground and pound. Botev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chibaclov is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Botev works his way to full guard. Good work.
Botev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chibaclov. #SUB#
Chibaclov drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Chibaclov jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Chibaclov stays in close to Botev's body and controls the position.
Botev throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Chibaclov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Botev is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Botev is on top in guard. #REVB#
Botev keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Chibaclov's head.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Botev working his ground and pound in the gym.
Chibaclov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Botev gets back to full guard.
Chibaclov passes Botev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Botev wants to get back to full guard.
Botev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Botev has hold of Chibaclov's hands but Chibaclov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Botev tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.#T2##SUB#
Chibaclov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Botev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Botev doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov.
Chibaclov 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.
Botev trying to control but Chibaclov postures up. #T3##SUB#
Chibaclov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura but Botev is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chibaclov to get the leverage.
Chibaclov throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Chibaclov stalling away here and it's allowed Botev to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Chibaclov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Chibaclov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Chibaclov is pushing down on Botev's leg trying to pass to half guard. Botev is fighting to maintain full guard but Chibaclov has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Botev is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold.
Botev is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Chibaclov is keen to just control but Botev is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working for a submission of some sort.
Botev is staying active underneath Chibaclov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Chibaclov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
The fighters circling - Botev throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD2#
Botev is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Chibaclov's half guard.
Chibaclov taking some punishment here, with Botev in his half guard.
Chibaclov wants to get back to his feet.
Chibaclov is trying to get back to full guard.
Chibaclov manages to get to full guard.
Botev controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Chibaclov is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Botev rolls with it to try and escape but Chibaclov cranks on the arm and Botev is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matteo Chibaclov!
A victorious Matteo Chibaclov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: CFC 594
Date: Oct 06, 2023

#R1#
Benoit moves out of range as Chibaclov strikes.
Chibaclov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Chibaclov throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Benoit counters with a shoot takedown. Chibaclov fights it but they end up in guard.
Benoit stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Benoit trying to hold on to Chibaclov's head to control him but Chibaclov postures up. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov trying to control from half guard but Benoit is working away. #T1#
Benoit tries to get to full guard but Chibaclov has control of the leg.
Benoit slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Chibaclov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Chibaclov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Chibaclov passes Benoit's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Benoit defends it well.
Chibaclov wants to control but Benoit is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Benoit doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chibaclov. #T2#
Benoit is looking to control Chibaclov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Benoit avoid being mounted?
Chibaclov trying to mount his opponent but Benoit defends it.
Benoit works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Benoit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Benoit keeping full guard, as Chibaclov tries to pass.
Chibaclov advances position into side control!#T3#
Chibaclov working away.
Chibaclov trying to control the position but Benoit is working away. #SUB2#
Chibaclov tries for a kimura but Benoit is defending well. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Benoit has escaped the position, nice work there.
Benoit manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#T4#
Chibaclov is not content to let Benoit control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Chibaclov actively working from the bottom here.
Benoit lands with a punch from half guard.
Chibaclov is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Benoit scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Benoit has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Chibaclov defend it? Benoit steps over the head and cranks it - Chibaclov is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Benoit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). James Benoit!

Event: CFC 577
Date: Aug 05, 2023

#R1#
Perkins takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD2#
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Perkins napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Chibaclov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Perkins manages to get back to half guard.
Perkins controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Perkins looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Perkins moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Perkins working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Chibaclov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Chibaclov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Chibaclov 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. #T1#
Chibaclov trying to control but Perkins is working from the bottom.
Chibaclov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Perkins looking for a guillotine here but Chibaclov defends easily.
Perkins keeping full guard, as Chibaclov tries to pass. #SUB#
Perkins working for a triangle but Chibaclov defends it easily.
Perkins trying to keep a closed guard but Chibaclov is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Chibaclov tries to stand but Perkins is controlling from the bottom.
Perkins is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chibaclov pushing down on Perkins's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Perkins trying to hold on to Chibaclov's head to control him but Chibaclov postures up.
Perkins's coaches at Chikara MMA Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Perkins wants to get back to full guard.
Chibaclov tries to stand but can't do so whilst Perkins controls his leg. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is working for a kimura but Perkins is defending it quite comfortably.
Perkins keeping control of the position. #T3#
Perkins wants to improve his position but Chibaclov is controlling well. #SUB#
Perkins is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chibaclov pulls his head out easily.
Perkins is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Chibaclov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Chibaclov's back!
Oooh a big shot gets through from Perkins. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chibaclov can't escape the position.
Perkins is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Perkins gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Perkins gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Perkins apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Chibaclov tries for a takedown but Perkins sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Chibaclov fails with a takedown attempt.#T4#
Chibaclov shoots in looking for a takedown. Perkins tries to sprawl out of it but Chibaclov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Perkins manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Slim Perkins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matteo Chibaclov.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chibaclov.
Perkins tries to counter with a takedown but Chibaclov is quick to defend against it.
Chibaclov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Chibaclov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Perkins's waist but Perkins gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Chibaclov off to one side.
Perkins attempts a counter takedown but Chibaclov avoids it well and moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chibaclov.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chibaclov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Perkins counters with a single leg into guard. Chibaclov didn't expect that.

Chibaclov scrambles and gets back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Slim Perkins will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Chibaclov throws a head kick that misses.
Perkins tries to counter with a takedown but Chibaclov is quick to defend against it.
Chibaclov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Perkins appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Chibaclov throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Perkins counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Chibaclov on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Perkins working over Chibaclov with some ground and pound. Chibaclov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Chibaclov trying to control but Perkins postures up.
Slim Perkins overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Chibaclov is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Perkins is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chibaclov doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Perkins. #SUB#
Perkins is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Chibaclov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Perkins takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Perkins is trying to control the action in half guard but Chibaclov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Chibaclov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Chibaclov will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Perkins trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom.
Chibaclov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Perkins controls the pace.
Perkins lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Perkins wants to control from the top but Chibaclov keeps moving.
Perkins chips away with some ground and pound.
Perkins stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.
Perkins stops Chibaclov from standing up. #T2#
Perkins with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Chibaclov wants to sweep here but Perkins controlling him for the moment.
Perkins postures up.
Perkins with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Perkins postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Perkins avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Perkins looking to pass the guard.
Perkins landing some decent shots from guard.
Perkins makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Chibaclov wants to control the position but Perkins says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Perkins takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Perkins connects with a nice short shot to Chibaclov's temple.
Chibaclov gets back to full guard. #T3#
Perkins won't allow Chibaclov to sweep him here.
Perkins wants to control from the top but Chibaclov keeps moving.
Perkins not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a triangle but Perkins pushes his legs off easily.
Perkins is in close to Chibaclov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Perkins is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Chibaclov wants to sweep here but Perkins controlling him for the moment.
Chibaclov wants to improve his position but instead Perkins has moved into half guard.
Chibaclov wants to control but Perkins is keeping busy.
Perkins looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T4#
Perkins drops an elbow to the side of Chibaclov's head. #SUB#
Perkins is looking for a kimura here.
Perkins working over Chibaclov with some ground and pound. Chibaclov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Chibaclov taking some punishment here, with Perkins in his half guard.
Perkins lands strikes from half guard.
Perkins is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Perkins landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Chibaclov wants to improve his position but Perkins is controlling well.
Perkins is looking to take a break and control but Chibaclov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Chibaclov taking some punishment here, with Perkins in his half guard.
Chibaclov wants to get back to full guard.
Nice strikes from Perkins there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Slim Perkins dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Chibaclov shoots in but Perkins avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Chibaclov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Perkins circles away.
Matteo Chibaclov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Chibaclov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Perkins avoids it really well and circles away.
Slim Perkins has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Matteo Chibaclov.
Chibaclov misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Perkins counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Perkins lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Chibaclov is looking to improve his position.
Perkins takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Perkins is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Perkins landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Perkins perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Perkins is looking to advance position but Chibaclov won't allow it. #SUB#
Perkins is looking for a kimura but Chibaclov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Perkins to get the leverage.
Perkins looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Chibaclov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Perkins passes the guard and advances to mount!
Perkins lands with some strikes.
Chibaclov is trying to escape the mount.
A nice elbow there by Perkins.
Perkins wants to control the pace but Chibaclov is squirming around nicely.
Chibaclov is trying to escape the mount.
Perkins is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chibaclov can do to turn this around?
Perkins with a couple of short strikes.
Perkins breaks from Chibaclov's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T2#
Perkins lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #ROC#Chibaclov is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perkins is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Chibaclov can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Chibaclov is still in real trouble! Can Perkins finish him?
Chibaclov can't escape the position.
Perkins lands a big elbow.
Chibaclov is looking to get to half guard.
Chibaclov seems to have recovered his senses.
Perkins lands a nice shot to the head.
Perkins lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Chibaclov tries to hold on but Perkins postures up.
Perkins scoring with strikes but Chibaclov is staying in there.
Perkins controlling his opponent.
Perkins lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #T3#
Perkins lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Perkins 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.
Perkins fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Perkins controlling from the full mount.
Perkins unloading with bombs!
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Perkins! Chibaclov is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Slim Perkins!
An out of breath Slim Perkins thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 566
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Davis doesn't manage to clinch there - Chibaclov circles away.
Chibaclov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Chibaclov attempts a counter takedown but Davis avoids it well and moves away.
We've been hearing reports that Chibaclov has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Chibaclov scores with a takedown into Davis's guard.
Chibaclov passes into half guard.
Davis is not content to let Chibaclov control the position.
Chibaclov is looking to advance position but Davis won't allow it.
Davis is trying to get back to full guard.
Davis is controlling Chibaclov's trapped leg to prevent Chibaclov from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Davis still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Davis has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! #SUB2#
Davis is trying to get an arm triangle but Chibaclov is defending well. #T1#
Chibaclov is not content to let Davis control the position.
Chibaclov gets back to half guard.
Chibaclov is looking to improve his position.
Chibaclov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chibaclov.
Davis cracks Chibaclov with a solid left hand.
Chibaclov working a defensive guard here.
Chibaclov wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Chibaclov is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Chibaclov has control of Davis's left arm, preventing Davis from doing any damage. #T2##SUB#
Chibaclov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Chibaclov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Davis wants to control from the top but Chibaclov keeps moving.
Chibaclov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chibaclov wants to sweep but no luck.
Chibaclov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Davis won't allow Chibaclov to sweep him here.
Davis looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Chibaclov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Davis manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Davis keeping moving, preventing Chibaclov from controlling successfully.
Chibaclov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Davis has his foot on Chibaclov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chibaclov works his way back into a safe position though.
Chibaclov trying to control the position from guard on top but Davis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chibaclov looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Davis is looking for a triangle here but Chibaclov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Chibaclov is looking to take a break and control but Davis is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Davis is trying to control Chibaclov's posture but Chibaclov avoids it.
Chibaclov controlling from side mount. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chibaclov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Chibaclov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Davis keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Davis is squirming around, avoiding Chibaclov's attempts to control the action.
Davis is working to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Chibaclov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Davis to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Davis shrugs it off.
Chibaclov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Davis is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Davis as he connects with a hook.
Chibaclov keeps the fight on the outside.
Davis wants to clinch up but Chibaclov keeps it at a distance.
Matteo Chibaclov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Chibaclov shoots in and gets a takedown into Davis's guard.
Chibaclov wants to control from the top but Davis keeps moving. #SUB2#
Davis escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chibaclov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chibaclov wants to pass the guard but Davis is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Chibaclov content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Davis has locked up a guillotine! Davis's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Chibaclov is holding on here and Davis must be using up a lot of energy. Chibaclov has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Davis gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Miguel Davis!

Event: CFC 552
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Chibaclov tries to keep at a distance but Aregood has taken the fight into the clinch.
Chibaclov takes a shot to the head.
Aregood lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
Aregood scores with a shot to the side of Chibaclov's head.
A nice left hand lands by Aregood.
Chibaclov takes a shot to the head.
Chibaclov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Aregood prevents it.
Chibaclov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Aregood just stands there and leans against the cage.
Aregood lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Aregood.
Aregood lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chibaclov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Aregood is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Chibaclov changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Aregood fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Aregood moves into the clinch successfully.
Chibaclov jumps guard but Aregood turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Aregood working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Aregood 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.
Aregood lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Aregood lands a right hand that snaps the head of Chibaclov backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aregood.
A nice right hand lands inside from Aregood. #T1##KD2#
Aregood drops Chibaclov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Chibaclov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!#ROC2#Chibaclov is rocked!
Aregood lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Oh Chibaclov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A short left from Aregood.
Aregood lands with a short shot to the head.
Chibaclov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Aregood gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Aregood lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short left from Aregood.
Chibaclov has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Aregood after a bit of a struggle.
Chibaclov is breathing heavily.
Aregood lands a left hand.
Aregood lands a shoulder strike.
Aregood lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Aregood working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#KD2#
Aregood drops Chibaclov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Chibaclov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Chibaclov jumps guard but Aregood stands there with Chibaclov around his waist. Chibaclov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #KD2#
Aregood drops Chibaclov onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Chibaclov is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Aregood unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Chibaclov! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Aregood is unloading with more strikes now! Chibaclov drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). James Aregood!
James Aregood is the new middleweight champion!
James Aregood decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.

Event: CFC 546
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Chibaclov dives in and grabs Dienekes's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dienekes pushes down on Chibaclov's head and hops out.#TD#
Dienekes shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dienekes showed some decent athleticism there.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chibaclov manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Chibaclov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dienekes is in close to Chibaclov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Chibaclov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Chibaclov is trying to keep Dienekes in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dienekes postures up in Chibaclov's guard and throws a big left but Chibaclov blocks it.
Chibaclov looking for a sweep. Not yet Chibaclov, not yet.
Dienekes keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Chibaclov's head.#T1#
Dienekes working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Chibaclov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Chibaclov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dienekes postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dienekes trying to control but Chibaclov is working from the bottom.
Dienekes makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Chibaclov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dienekes's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dienekes in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dienekes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Chibaclov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dienekes is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Chibaclov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dienekes postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2##SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a triangle but Dienekes pushes his legs off easily.
Chibaclov looking to control.
Our spies down at at Alpha Brasil inform us that Chibaclov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Chibaclov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Chibaclov throwing strikes from guard but Dienekes blocks nicely.
Chibaclov stopping the sweep attempt from Dienekes.
Chibaclov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dienekes is keeping the position for now.
Dienekes is looking to sweep but instead, Chibaclov has passed into half guard.
Dienekes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Chibaclov tries to pass to full mount but Dienekes defends it.
Chibaclov is trying to control the action in half guard but Dienekes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3#
Dienekes is holding on to half guard well.
Dienekes wants to improve his position but Chibaclov is controlling well. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Chibaclov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Chibaclov is pressing down on Dienekes's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dienekes is holding on for now. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Dienekes is trying to get back to full guard.
Dienekes won't allow Chibaclov to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Chibaclov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Chibaclov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dienekes sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Doric Dienekes dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Chibaclov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dienekes quickly recovers to half guard.
Dienekes tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura here.
Dienekes wants to get back to full guard.
Dienekes keeping control of the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dienekes tries to roll over but Chibaclov keeps him under control.
Chibaclov works his way into full mount! #T1#
Chibaclov wants to take Dienekes's back but he can't do it this time.
Chibaclov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dienekes regains half guard.#SUB2#
Chibaclov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dienekes has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dienekes trying to control here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dienekes misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Chibaclov wants to take a breather but Dienekes is having none of it.
Dienekes won't allow Chibaclov to pass to mount.
Chibaclov looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dienekes is not content to let Chibaclov control the position.
Dienekes gets back to full guard.
Chibaclov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dienekes has Chibaclov pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Chibaclov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dienekes is retaining full guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Dienekes looking for a guillotine here but Chibaclov defends easily.
Matteo Chibaclov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Chibaclov looking to pass the guard.
Dienekes is adopting a defensive guard.
Chibaclov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dienekes swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Chibaclov tries to sprawl but Dienekes drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T4#
Chibaclov gets back to full guard.
Chibaclov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dienekes's guard. #REVB#
Chibaclov wants to control from the top but Dienekes keeps moving.
Chibaclov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dienekes swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chibaclov sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dienekes's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dienekes moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dienekes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Chibaclov is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Dienekes shoots in looking for a takedown but Chibaclov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dienekes's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Chibaclov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dienekes defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Chibaclov.
Doric Dienekes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Dienekes closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Chibaclov to the mat! Chibaclov manages to get full guard.
Chibaclov is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Dienekes has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Chibaclov to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dienekes is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Chibaclov pulls down on the head and he's put Dienekes to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Matteo Chibaclov!
Matteo Chibaclov is the new middleweight champion!
A very excited looking Matteo Chibaclov 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: CFC 538
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Chibaclov.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Flugamine is defended easily by Chibaclov.
Chibaclov goes for a double leg but Flugamine avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Flugamine continues to drive forward.
Chibaclov tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Flugamine drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Chibaclov gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD2#
Flugamine has picked Chibaclov up - he's going for a ride! Flugamine dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Chibaclov is looking to control Flugamine's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chibaclov avoid being mounted?
Chibaclov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chibaclov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flugamine stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.
Chibaclov controls Flugamine momentarily but Flugamine frees himself.
Flugamine throwing strikes from guard but Chibaclov blocks nicely. #T1#
Flugamine stopping the sweep attempt from Chibaclov.#SUB#
Chibaclov is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Flugamine has his hands clasped together but Chibaclov extends and breaks Flugamine's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Chibaclov.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matteo Chibaclov!
An out of breath Matteo Chibaclov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 532
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1#
Aregood thuds a left hand into Chibaclov's body.
Chibaclov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Chibaclov throws a body kick that misses. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Aregood has knocked Chibaclov down with a huge combo! Aregood steps away and waves a wobbly Chibaclov back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Chibaclov is rocked!
James Aregood seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Aregood catches Chibaclov with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Chibaclov forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). James Aregood!
James Aregood is the new middleweight champion!
After winning the bout, James Aregood thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 524
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Chibaclov shoots in looking for a takedown but Hill manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Chibaclov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Chibaclov gets caught flat footed, as Hill shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Chibaclov seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hill engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Chibaclov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hill must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chibaclov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hill controls the pace.
Chibaclov looking for a sweep. Not yet Chibaclov, not yet.
Hill loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully.
Chibaclov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hill's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Hill looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Chibaclov passes into side control.
Hill tries to buck Chibaclov off but Chibaclov is having none of it.#T1##SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hill has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Chibaclov in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Hill is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matteo Chibaclov!
Matteo Chibaclov retains his middleweight title!
An out of breath Matteo Chibaclov thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 520
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
PooPoo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Chibaclov with a lazy takedown attempt
and PooPoo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chibaclov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with PooPoo but PooPoo pushes him off and we're back to square one.
PooPoo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
PooPoo stuffs the takedown attempt from Chibaclov. Chibaclov gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from PooPoo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
PooPoo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Chibaclov with a lazy takedown attempt
letting PooPoo counter with a right hand.
PooPoo lands with a straight right. Chibaclov didn't see that one coming.
PooPoo clobbers Chibaclov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Chibaclov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Matteo Chibaclov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chibaclov fails with a takedown attempt.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD#
Chibaclov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Chibaclov wants to lay and pray for a moment but PooPoo keeps working. #T1##SUB#
Chibaclov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
PooPoo is trying to stand back up but Chibaclov is controlling him
Chibaclov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and PooPoo defends it well.
Chibaclov controlling the action here. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Chibaclov tries to pass the half guard into mount. PooPoo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Chibaclov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if PooPoo can do anything to dispel that myth.
Chibaclov wants to lay and pray for a moment but PooPoo keeps working. #SUB#
Chibaclov has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can PooPoo defend it? Chibaclov steps over the head and cranks it - PooPoo is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Chibaclov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matteo Chibaclov!
Matteo Chibaclov is the new middleweight champion!
Matteo Chibaclov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CFC 515
Date: Jan 01, 2023

#R1#
A nice combination there by McPherson.
Chibaclov tries for a takedown but McPherson circles away easily
and McPherson counters with a stiff right hand.
McPherson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Chibaclov.
A punch combination from McPherson misses.
Chibaclov darts in looking for a takedown but McPherson gets double underhooks and turns Chibaclov into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matteo Chibaclov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
McPherson manages to break the clinch.
Chibaclov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Chibaclov with a lazy takedown attempt
and McPherson counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Nice takedown defense from McPherson. No joy for Chibaclov on that attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Chibaclov or perhaps it was just good defense by McPherson, which made it look bad.
McPherson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Chibaclov enables McPherson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Chibaclov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
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!
Chibaclov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
McPherson trying to control the position from guard on top but Chibaclov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Chibaclov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
McPherson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chibaclov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Chibaclov stays in close to McPherson's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Chibaclov thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chibaclov trying to control but McPherson is working from the bottom.
Chibaclov pushing down on McPherson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
McPherson is defending against the submission attempts here by Chibaclov.
Chibaclov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McPherson can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Chibaclov is pressing down on McPherson's thigh, looking to free his foot. McPherson is holding on for now.
Chibaclov prevents McPherson from improving his position.
Chibaclov trying to control the action but McPherson is working from the bottom.
Chibaclov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Chibaclov prevents McPherson from getting the reversal.
Chibaclov tries to control but McPherson wriggling away.
McPherson taking shots to the head. #T3#
Chibaclov controlling from the full mount. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking to secure an arm triangle but McPherson defends it well.
McPherson tries to hold on but Chibaclov postures up.
Chibaclov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
McPherson looks winded!
McPherson is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Chibaclov has taken his back. #SUB#
Chibaclov has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for McPherson! Can he survive? No! He's out! Chibaclov gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Matteo Chibaclov!

Event: CFC 511
Date: Dec 17, 2022

#R1#
Chibaclov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tucker sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Chibaclov somewhat.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tucker!
Tucker has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Tucker dips to his left and cracks Chibaclov with an uppercut!
Chibaclov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tucker.
Chibaclov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tucker connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Chibaclov's hands.
Tucker throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
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!
Chibaclov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tucker's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tucker duly obliges. #ROC2#Chibaclov is rocked!
Tucker fails to land with a series of punches.
Oh Chibaclov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD#
Chibaclov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tucker tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Chibaclov is in Tucker's guard.
Chibaclov is standing up over Tucker. Tucker looks to escape but Chibaclov dives into side control.
Chibaclov seems to have got his legs back now.#REVB##SUB#
Chibaclov thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB#
Chibaclov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Chibaclov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Chibaclov landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB#
Chibaclov tries for a kimura but Tucker is defending well. #SUB#
Chibaclov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tucker has escaped the position, nice work there.
Chibaclov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tucker keeps working. #T2#
Chibaclov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Chibaclov trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tucker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Chibaclov tries to control but Tucker wriggling away.
Chibaclov is really struggling to control Tucker but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3##SUB#
Chibaclov is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Tucker is surviving well by controlling Chibaclov's body position as best he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Chibaclov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Chibaclov!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Matteo Chibaclov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Rossetti shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Chibaclov napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Chibaclov is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Chibaclov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rossetti.
Rossetti prevents Chibaclov from improving his position.
Chibaclov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Chibaclov.
Rossetti wants to control from the top but Chibaclov keeps moving.
Rossetti looking to sit in guard and control but Chibaclov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
We've been hearing that Chibaclov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov forces his way into half guard.
Rossetti really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chibaclov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Chibaclov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Chibaclov'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.
Chibaclov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Chibaclov content just to control the position here.
Chibaclov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Chibaclov looking for a guillotine from mount but Rossetti is having none of it.
Rossetti tries to hold on but Chibaclov pushes him away.
Chibaclov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Chibaclov content just to control the position here.
Rossetti is looking to get to half guard.
Chibaclov controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Rossetti has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Chibaclov controlling from mount. #T3#
Chibaclov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rossetti is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Rossetti is still trying to improve position.
Chibaclov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Rossetti tries to reverse the position but Chibaclov maintains control.
Chibaclov looking to finish Rossetti with some ground and pound. This is bad for Rossetti!
Chibaclov wants to control the pace but Rossetti is squirming around nicely.
Chibaclov controlling from the full mount.
Rossetti is looking to get to half guard.
Rossetti has given up his back. Will we see Chibaclov going for some submissions?
Chibaclov keeps control of the position as Rossetti tries to break free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Rossetti shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Chibaclov is trying to defend but Rossetti finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Chibaclov keeping hold of Rossetti's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Rossetti is working for a kimura but Chibaclov is defending it quite comfortably.
Chibaclov is controlling Rossetti's trapped leg to prevent Rossetti from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov moves into full guard. #T1#
Chibaclov controlling the position.
Chibaclov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rossetti is one step ahead there.
Chibaclov is controlling Rossetti's posture.
Chibaclov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rossetti can do to turn this around?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rossetti landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rossetti wants to pass the guard but Chibaclov is keeping the position.
Chibaclov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Chibaclov passes to side control.
Chibaclov working the ground and pound. #SUB#
Chibaclov has an Americana. Rossetti didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Chibaclov is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Chibaclov hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Matteo Chibaclov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 24, 2022

#R1#
Karlsson leaves Chibaclov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD#
Chibaclov looking to score a takedown here. Karlsson is defending well but Chibaclov drives through and ends up in Karlsson's guard.
Chibaclov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov is pushing down on Karlsson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Karlsson is fighting to maintain full guard but Chibaclov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Karlsson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Chibaclov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Karlsson is just riding it out for now. Chibaclov eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Chibaclov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Chibaclov is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Karlsson is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matteo Chibaclov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 22, 2022

#R1##TD#
Chibaclov 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.
Glick pulls Chibaclov in close to his closed guard and prevents Chibaclov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Glick is trying to control the position but Chibaclov postures up.
Chibaclov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Chibaclov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Chibaclov works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Chibaclov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Chibaclov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chibaclov is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Glick is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matteo Chibaclov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 17, 2022

#R1#
Lee feints a jab promting Chibaclov to slip. Lee then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Chibaclov slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#TD#
Lee gets the takedown into side control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Lee trying to control the position but Chibaclov is working away.
Chibaclov tries to bench press Lee off him but Lee keeps the position.
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Chibaclov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lee in the domination position with Chibaclov hanging on.
Lee sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Chibaclov is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
You can see the frustration on Chibaclov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Chibaclov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Lee off and has taken his back!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chibaclov is punishing Lee with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chibaclov missing with strikes from the back. #T1##SUB2#
Chibaclov working for a choke but Lee is defending well. #SUB2#
Chibaclov working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Lee is doing well to defend. Chibaclov seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Lee is forced to tap and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Matteo Chibaclov!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2022

#R1##TD#
Chibaclov shoots in and gets a takedown into Atkins's guard.
Chibaclov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chibaclov passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Chibaclov wants to control but Atkins is keeping him busy.
Chibaclov tries to move to mount but Atkins blocks the move with his legs.
Chibaclov in side control, just content to control the action for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Chibaclov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Chibaclov wants to control but Atkins is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Chibaclov controls the position from side control.
Chibaclov has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Chibaclov content just to control the position here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chibaclov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Chibaclov looking to control but Atkins is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Chibaclov prevents Atkins from getting the reversal.#SUB#
Chibaclov is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Atkins to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Atkins shrugs it off.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Atkins blocking the ground and pound.
Chibaclov working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Atkins slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
Chibaclov is taking a breather. Atkins 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.
Atkins looks like he's trying to stand up. #T3#
Chibaclov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Chibaclov blocks the strikes from Atkins.
Chibaclov works his way into side control.
Chibaclov wants to control but Atkins is keeping him busy.
Chibaclov working the strikes but Atkins uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Atkins is looking for a sweep. Chibaclov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Chibaclov seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
Well, if Chibaclov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #SUB#
Chibaclov wants to work for an arm triangle but Atkins is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Atkins is refusing to be controlled, as Chibaclov sits in half guard.
Chibaclov moves nicely into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Atkins is being controlled here.
Chibaclov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Atkins for as long as he can get away with.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matteo Chibaclov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Atkins shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Chibaclov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Chibaclov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Atkins got a little sloppy there for a moment and Chibaclov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Atkins has managed to get both his arms back between Chibaclov's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chibaclov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Atkins is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T1#
Chibaclov wants to control from the top but Atkins keeps moving.
Chibaclov controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Atkins has his foot on Chibaclov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chibaclov works his way back into a safe position though.
Chibaclov 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.
Chibaclov passes Atkins's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Chibaclov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Atkins can do to turn this around?
Atkins wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chibaclov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Chibaclov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Chibaclov is trying for a kimura here. Atkins looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Chibaclov wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matteo Chibaclov!

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