Play by Play - Manager's Fight Commentary

Event: EFA 13 Harrington vs Pavlov
Date: Jan 17, 2018

#R1#
Nagibov doesn't manage to clinch there - Willshire circles away. #TD#
Nagibov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Nagibov lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
Willshire is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Willshire taking a breather.
Willshire looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Willshire breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Nagibov shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Willshire manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Willshire looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1##ES2#
Willshire has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Nagibov off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Sloppy strikes from Nagibov. Those never looked like landing.
Nagibov wants to clinch up but Willshire keeps it at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nagibov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nagibov fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Nagibov gets a takedown into half guard.
Willshire is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Willshire is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
Willshire wants to improve his position but Nagibov is controlling well. #ES2#
Willshire has one foot on Nagibov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Nagibov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Willshire is trying to defend but Nagibov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Nagibov is breathing heavily.
Willshire is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Willshire wants to stand back up but Nagibov manages to pass into side control.
Nagibov throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Willshire really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nagibov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Willshire regains half guard.#SUB#
Nagibov seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SU#
Nagibov escapes and gets back to his feet.
Nagibov throws a left and a right that both miss #TD2#
and Willshire counters with a takedown into side control.
Willshire tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nagibov's legs.
Nagibov taking a bit of punishment here - Willshire scoring with strikes.
Nagibov taking a bit of punishment here - Willshire scoring with strikes. #SUB2#
Willshire has hold of Nagibov's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Nagibov seems comfortable defending it but Willshire has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Nagibov is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Nagibov is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Willshire couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Perdue Willshire!

Event: PFF 12W - Montgomery vs Gagnon
Date: Dec 20, 2017

#R1#
Nigouera shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Podarov as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Podarov shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Podarov showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB#
Nigouera actively working from the bottom here.
Podarov seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nigouera won't allow Podarov to pass to mount. #SUB#
Nigouera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Podarov pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Podarov controlling the pace.
Podarov has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Podarov fails to take his opponent's back.
Nigouera tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nigouera stops Podarov from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Podarov swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Nigouera is now in Podarov's guard. A big mistake from Podarov there, giving up the dominant position!
Podarov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nigouera.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Podarov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Nigouera postures up in Podarov's guard and throws a big left but Podarov blocks it.
Nigouera in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nigouera working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Podarov seems keen to control Nigouera's posture.
Nigouera scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Podarov is pulling down on Nigouera's head. It's preventing any offense from Nigouera, at least for the moment.#T3#
Nigouera lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nigouera with a flurry of punches that miss.
Podarov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nigouera. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nigouera throws an elbow that misses. Podarov uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nigouera's guard. Nice move by Podarov!#REVB#
Podarov looking to sit in guard and control but Nigouera gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Podarov is trying to control the position but Nigouera postures up.
Podarov pulls Nigouera in close to his closed guard and prevents Nigouera from doing any damage or advancing position.#T4#
Nigouera landing with the ground and pound.
Nigouera with a flurry of punches that miss.
Podarov is pulling down on Nigouera's head to control his posture.
Nigouera postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nigouera throws a strike but Podarov rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Nigouera is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Podarov has his hands clasped together but Nigouera extends and breaks Podarov's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Nigouera.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rodrigo Nigouera!

Event: EFA 4 Diaz vs Petmalu
Date: Dec 15, 2017

#R1#
Nagibov is looking to clinch but Da Silva Ferreira is avoiding it.
Da Silva Ferreira is looking for a counter combo.
Rahib Nagibov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Da Silva Ferreira closes the distance and pushes Nagibov back into the cage.
Nagibov lands a nice uppercut.
Nagibov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Da Silva Ferreira is trying to drag Nagibov to the mat but Nagibov just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Nagibov wants to break the clinch but can't.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to break the clinch but Nagibov is controlling the position.
A short left from Nagibov.
Nagibov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Nagibov ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Nagibov no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Da Silva Ferreira controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov wants to stand and escape but Da Silva Ferreira is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Da Silva Ferreira throwing strikes but missing.
Da Silva Ferreira controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Nagibov throws some sloppy strikes off his back. #ES2#
Nagibov pushes Da Silva Ferreira off and gets back to his feet.
Nagibov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Da Silva Ferreira paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Da Silva Ferreira fails with a takedown attempt.
Da Silva Ferreira shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nagibov tries for a takedown but Da Silva Ferreira sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nagibov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nagibov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
Nagibov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Da Silva Ferreira tried to counter with a leg kick but Nagibov avoided it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Da Silva Ferreira.
Da Silva Ferreira fails with a takedown attempt.
Nagibov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Da Silva Ferreira throws a big counter combination but Nagibov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Da Silva Ferreira leaves Nagibov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Da Silva Ferreira circles away from the clinch attempt.
Da Silva Ferreira gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Nagibov counters with a leg kick.
Da Silva Ferreira is breathing heavily.
Horrible takedown attempt by Da Silva Ferreira or perhaps it was just good defense by Nagibov, which made it look bad.
Nagibov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Nagibov has a takedown stuffed.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to counter by clinching up but Nagibov breaks away and moves out of range.
Nagibov tries for a takedown but Da Silva Ferreira sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Nagibov manages to circle out of the way.#CL#
Da Silva Ferreira moves into range and clinches up with Nagibov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Da Silva Ferreira takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Da Silva Ferreira jumps guard but Nagibov stands there with Da Silva Ferreira around his waist. Da Silva Ferreira gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Nagibov tries to land knees in the clinch but Da Silva Ferreira avoids the damage to the body.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nagibov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Nagibov scores with a shot to the side of Da Silva Ferreira's head.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Da Silva Ferreira takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A shot in the inside from Nagibov. #T4#
Nagibov throws an elbow that misses.
Nagibov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nagibov keeps control of Da Silva Ferreira as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nagibov keeps control of Da Silva Ferreira as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nagibov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Da Silva Ferreira has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Da Silva Ferreira wants to take the fight to the mat but Nagibov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A short left from Nagibov.
Da Silva Ferreira prevents a takedown attempt there.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short uppercut from Nagibov.
Nagibov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Silva Ferreira connects with a nasty looking knee right to Nagibov's face.
Nagibov lands a nice uppercut.
Da Silva Ferreira wants to take the fight to the mat but Nagibov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rahib Nagibov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Nagibov goes for a double leg but Da Silva Ferreira avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Da Silva Ferreira continues to drive forward.
Nagibov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nagibov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nagibov tries to clinch there but Da Silva Ferreira circles away. #CL#
Da Silva Ferreira has Nagibov up against the cage in a clinch.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Da Silva Ferreira taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #TD2#
Nagibov drags the fight down to the ground.
Da Silva Ferreira knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nagibov on the ground.
Da Silva Ferreira is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SU#
Da Silva Ferreira gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov doesn't manage to clinch there - Da Silva Ferreira circles away.
Nagibov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Da Silva Ferreira circles away.#T1#
Nagibov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Da Silva Ferreira defends it nicely.
Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rahib Nagibov.
Nagibov is breathing heavily.
Nagibov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Da Silva Ferreira avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nagibov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Nagibov tries to clinch but Da Silva Ferreira moves out of range.
Da Silva Ferreira seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Nagibov tries to clinch but Da Silva Ferreira is having none of it.
Da Silva Ferreira throws a sloppy head kick and Nagibov moves out of range easily.
Da Silva Ferreira pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Nagibov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CL#
Da Silva Ferreira clinches up against the cage.
Nagibov jumps guard but Da Silva Ferreira turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T2#
Da Silva Ferreira lands a good knee to the midsection. Nagibov won't want to take too many of those.
Nagibov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Da Silva Ferreira walks away with a smile on his face. Nagibov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nagibov blocks a head kick by Da Silva Ferreira.
Nagibov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL#
Nagibov gets tackled into the cage by Da Silva Ferreira. Da Silva Ferreira maintains the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nagibov tries to pull guard but Da Silva Ferreira won't allow it.
Nagibov misses with a knee strike.
Da Silva Ferreira is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Da Silva Ferreira stalling against the cage.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to break the clinch but Nagibov is controlling the position. #TD#
Da Silva Ferreira gets control of Nagibov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Da Silva Ferreira will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Da Silva Ferreira has control of Nagibov's left arm, preventing Nagibov from doing any damage.
Nagibov preventing the sweep. #T3#
Da Silva Ferreira is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #ES#
Da Silva Ferreira has his feet on Nagibov's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Da Silva Ferreira avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nagibov fails in his attempt to clinch.
As Nagibov backs away, Da Silva Ferreira returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Da Silva Ferreira avoids a kick to the body.
Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Da Silva Ferreira instigates a clinch.
Nagibov has Da Silva Ferreira pressed against the cage, preventing Da Silva Ferreira from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4#
Da Silva Ferreira is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Nagibov lands an uppercut.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to pull guard but Nagibov won't allow it.
Nagibov pushes off an throws an elbow but Da Silva Ferreira leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Nagibov looking to throw knees to the head but Da Silva Ferreira is blocking nicely.
Nagibov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Da Silva Ferreiras head.
Da Silva Ferreira goes for a takedown attempt but Nagibov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nagibov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Nagibov tries for a takedown but Da Silva Ferreira sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nagibov plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
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!
Da Silva Ferreira shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nagibov as he avoids it easily.
Nagibov moves in looking to clinch but Da Silva Ferreira pushes him off.
Nagibov tries to clinch but Da Silva Ferreira moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Da Silva Ferreira scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Da Silva Ferreira tries to close the distance and clinch but Nagibov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nagibov doesn't manage to clinch there - Da Silva Ferreira circles away.
Da Silva Ferreira dives in and grabs Nagibov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nagibov pushes down on Da Silva Ferreira's head and hops out.#CL#
Da Silva Ferreira rushes Nagibov and presses him up against the cage.
Nagibov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Da Silva Ferreira walks away with a smile on his face. Nagibov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Da Silva Ferreira keeps the fight on the outside.
Da Silva Ferreira throws a series of punches but Nagibov moves out of range. #CL#
Da Silva Ferreira closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Da Silva Ferreira is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Nagibov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov is trying to stall.
Nagibov lands a left hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nagibov lands with a light punch inside.
Da Silva Ferreira tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Nagibov just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Da Silva Ferreira blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC#
Da Silva Ferreira breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nagibov misses with a few strikes there.
Nagibov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nagibov doesn't manage to clinch there - Da Silva Ferreira circles away.
Da Silva Ferreira misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nagibov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nagibov dives in and grabs Da Silva Ferreira's left leg, looking for a takedown. Da Silva Ferreira pushes down on Nagibov's head and hops out.
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira is winning the standup battle so far.
Nagibov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Da Silva Ferreira manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Da Silva Ferreira stuffs the takedown.
Da Silva Ferreira darts in looking for a takedown but Nagibov gets double underhooks and turns Da Silva Ferreira into the cage.
Nagibov throws a counter combo.
Da Silva Ferreira closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nagibov circles away.
Nagibov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#T2#
Nagibov tries to close the distance and clinch but Da Silva Ferreira swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A combination from Nagibov does no damage.
Nagibov tries to clinch
and Da Silva Ferreira counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Silva Ferreira avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Da Silva Ferreira throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nagibov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Da Silva Ferreira circles away from the clinch attempt
and Da Silva Ferreira counters with a leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Da Silva Ferreira misses with a takedown attempt - Nagibov sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nagibov lunges at Da Silva Ferreira with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Da Silva Ferreira's hand. #T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Nagibov.
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Da Silva Ferreira looks for a takedown but Nagibov sprawls well.
Nagibov throws a counter combo.
Da Silva Ferreira slaps away a takedown attempt from Nagibov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Da Silva Ferreira throws a big counter combination but Nagibov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Da Silva Ferreira lands a two punch combo. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Da Silva Ferreira is looking to break free of the clinch but Nagibov has double underhooks.
Rahib Nagibov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T4#
Nagibov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Nagibov.
Nagibov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Da Silva Ferreira backwards.
Nagibov tries to pull guard but Da Silva Ferreira holds him up against the cage and eventually Nagibov drops back down to his feet. #TD2#
Nagibov pulls Da Silva Ferreira into guard.
Nagibov wants to get back to his feet but Da Silva Ferreira is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Da Silva Ferreira accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Da Silva Ferreira 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. #SU#
Da Silva Ferreira gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira.
I think Da Silva Ferreira has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eusebio Da Silva Ferreira!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2017

#R1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kovalev.
Kovalev looks to clinch #TD#
and Aguiar counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Aguiar.
Aguiar controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kovalev thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev wants to control the position but Aguiar says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Aguiar looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kovalev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Aguiar controlling the action here.#T1#
Kovalev has hold of Aguiar's hands but Aguiar slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Aguiar lands strikes from half guard.
Aguiar working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kovalev should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kovalev is trying to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Aguiar.
Kovalev wants to control the action here but instead Aguiar manages to pass to full mount! #T2#
Aguiar content just to control the position here.
Aguiar lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Aguiar landing strikes from the mount.
Kovalev is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Aguiar lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Aguiar landing punches. #ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee warns Kovalev that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Kovalev is still in real trouble! Can Aguiar finish him?
Aguiar looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Aguiar is landing with some decent strikes but Kovalev is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Aguiar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kovalev takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Aguiar's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Paulo Aguiar!
Paulo Aguiar decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 04, 2017

#R1#
Nagibov tries to clinch #TD#
and Vutin counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SU#
Vutin decides to stand and escape the position.
Nagibov wants to clinch up but Vutin keeps it at a distance.
Nagibov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vutin paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rahib Nagibov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nagibov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#TD2#
Nagibov closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Vutin quickly recovers to half guard.
Vutin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Vutin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vutin seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T1#
Vutin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Nagibov landing with the ground and pound.
Nagibov stopping the sweep attempt from Vutin.
Nagibov throwing strikes from guard but Vutin blocks nicely. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nagibov preventing the sweep.
Vutin pulls Nagibov in close to prevent any damage.
Vutin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Vutin pulls Nagibov in to control the position. #SUB#
Vutin escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nagibov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Nagibov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SU2#
Nagibov gets to his feet. Vutin looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Nagibov moves in looking to clinch but Vutin pushes him off.
Vutin half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD2#
Nagibov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Vutin to the ground. Nagibov is now in Vutin's guard.#SUB#
Vutin throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Vutin is pulling down on Nagibov's head to control his posture. #T4#
Nagibov stopping the sweep attempt from Vutin.
Vutin looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
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.
Vutin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Nagibov's guard. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vutin content to stall in guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Pladimir Vutin will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Nagibov wants to clinch.
Nagibov doesn't manage to clinch there - Vutin circles away. #TD2#
Nagibov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Vutin's half guard.
Vutin gets full guard.
Vutin pulls Nagibov in close to his closed guard and prevents Nagibov from doing any damage or advancing position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vutin 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##T1#
Vutin passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Nagibov!
Vutin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Nagibov is working to get back to half guard.
Vutin controlling the pace for now. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pladimir Vutin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vutin seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Nagibov for as long as he can get away with.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nagibov is trying to escape the mount but Vutin keeps good control and instead manages to take Nagibov's back.
Vutin is riding his opponent, not letting Nagibov buck him off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pladimir Vutin dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Nagibov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vutin tried to counter with a leg kick but Nagibov avoided it.
Nagibov moves in looking to clinch but Vutin pushes him off.
Nagibov wants to clinch up but Vutin keeps it at a distance.
Nagibov tries to clinch #TD#
and Vutin counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nagibov!
Nagibov is looking to get back to his feet here but Vutin is keeping cool and he's managed to take Nagibov's back.
Vutin really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Nagibov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T1#
Nagibov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Vutin has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Pladimir Vutin is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Vutin.#T3##T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rahib Nagibov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Vutin'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.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pladimir Vutin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Vutin 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pladimir Vutin!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 01, 2017

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Vutin. Nagibov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Vutin keeps the fight on the outside.
Vutin half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD2#
Nagibov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Vutin is trying to defend but Nagibov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Vutin is pressing down on Nagibov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nagibov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov throwing strikes but missing.
Nagibov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Vutin works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Vutin pulls Nagibov in close to prevent any damage.
Nagibov trying to control the position from guard on top but Vutin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.
Nagibov is looking to stand up but Vutin won't let him. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Vutin enables Nagibov to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Vutin manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Vutin is controlling Nagibov's posture.
Nagibov preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Vutin pulls Nagibov in close to prevent any damage.
Vutin'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.
Nagibov preventing the sweep.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T3#
Vutin seems keen to control Nagibov's posture.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Nagibov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Vutin's guard.
Vutin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Nagibov is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Vutin has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Nagibov is looking to defend but Vutin has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Nagibov! Vutin pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Nagibov taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Pladimir Vutin!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2017

#R1#
Nagibov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Smolensky tries to avoid it but Nagibov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Smolensky to the ground. Smolensky escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Smolensky appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nagibov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nagibov misses with a combination #TD#
and Smolensky decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Nagibov's guard.
Smolensky throwing strikes from guard but Nagibov blocks nicely.
Nagibov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Smolensky forces his way into half guard.
Nagibov taking some punishment here, with Smolensky in his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Smolensky is looking for a kimura but Nagibov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Smolensky to get the leverage. #SUB#
Smolensky is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SU#
Smolensky stands up from half guard. #T1#
Nagibov tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Smolensky counters with a takedown into side control.
Nagibov wants to get back to his feet but Smolensky is dominant here and he's now got Nagibov's back!#SUB#
Smolensky is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nagibov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smolensky looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Nagibov taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Don Smolensky!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 27, 2017

#R1#
Nice body punch from Dong.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Dong.
Kovalev moves in looking to clinch but Dong pushes him off.
Kovalev misses with an uppercut
and Dong counters with a solid body kick.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A head kick by Kovalev misses
and Dong counters with an inside leg kick.
Dong lands the left hand.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Dong moves into the clinch.
I was talking to Dong's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD2#
Kovalev decides to pull guard.
Dong stops Kovalev from standing up.
Dong advances to half guard. #SUB#
Dong is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kovalev defends it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dong has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dong lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #T1#
Dong with good strikes from the mount here!#ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
Dong connects with a bit shot that sees Kovalev covering up! More strikes from Dong and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Dong is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yung Hung Dong!
Yung Hung Dong decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch 2
Date: Nov 25, 2017

#R1##CL#
Smirnoff moves into the clinch.
Smirnoff trying to stall but Von Manstein improves his position.
Smirnoff throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Von Manstein blocks it with crossed arms.
Von Manstein is working for takedown but Smirnoff is calmly controlling the position for now.
Smirnoff is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Von Manstein dodges an elbow strike from Smirnoff.
Smirnoff jumps guard but Von Manstein stands there with Smirnoff around his waist. Smirnoff gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Smirnoff as the two fighters clinch.
Von Manstein looks winded!
Von Manstein avoids a wild elbow strike from Smirnoff.#TD2#
Von Manstein gets a trip takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Von Manstein missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Von Manstein stops Smirnoff from getting back to his feet.
Smirnoff trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#T1#
Von Manstein not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Smirnoff might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Von Manstein not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Smirnoff looks like he's trying to stand up.
Von Manstein throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Smirnoff misses with a takedown attempt - Von Manstein sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Von Manstein throws a big counter head kick but Smirnoff avoids it with no problem.
Smirnoff blocks a head kick by Von Manstein.
Smirnoff changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Von Manstein tries to avoid it but Smirnoff manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Von Manstein to the ground. Von Manstein escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Smirnoff. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smirnoff avoids the head kick by Von Manstein.
Von Manstein circles away from the clinch attempt#TD2#
and Von Manstein counters with a single leg into guard. Smirnoff didn't expect that. #T2#
Smirnoff striking off his back but it's not causing Von Manstein any problems.
Von Manstein looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Smirnoff wants to get back to his feet but Von Manstein is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Von Manstein trying to control but Smirnoff is working from the bottom.
Von Manstein trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fritz Erich Von Manstein dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Smirnoff closes the distance and clinches.
Smirnoff keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Von Manstein's efforts to push away.
Von Manstein prevents a takedown attempt there.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Smirnoff just misses with a elbow thrown towards Von Manstein's brow.
Von Manstein throws a head punch that misses.
Smirnoff drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Von Manstein gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD2#
Von Manstein works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Smirnoff not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Von Manstein slips nicely into half guard.
Von Manstein landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T1#
Smirnoff wants to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Smirnoff looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Smirnoff wants to get back to his feet.
Von Manstein seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smirnoff does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Von Manstein is controlling the pace.
Von Manstein is trying to control the action in half guard but Smirnoff is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Von Manstein seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Smirnoff makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Smirnoff.
Smirnoff wants to stand up but Von Manstein is controlling him.
Smirnoff looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Von Manstein wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smirnoff lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Von Manstein lands a head kick! #CUT2#
It looks like Vladimir Smirnoff has been cut.
Von Manstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Smirnoff is just out of range.
Von Manstein throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Smirnoff.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fritz Erich Von Manstein showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Smirnoff's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R3#
Von Manstein stuffs the takedown attempt from Smirnoff. Smirnoff gets slowly back to his feet.
Smirnoff throws a half hearted mid kick.
Von Manstein moves out of range of the body kick from Smirnoff.
Smirnoff looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Von Manstein feints the counter takedown.
Von Manstein moves out of range as Smirnoff throws a body kick.
Smirnoff lands a glancing blow to the side of Von Manstein's head.
Smirnoff throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #CL#
Smirnoff moves into range and clinches up with Von Manstein.
Von Manstein tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Von Manstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Von Manstein has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Smirnoff is trying to keep an underhook but Von Manstein manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Von Manstein is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Von Manstein takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Von Manstein wants to take a breather but Smirnoff is having none of it. #T1#
Von Manstein prevents Smirnoff from standing back up.
Smirnoff trying to control but Von Manstein postures up.
Von Manstein thows a huge punch but Smirnoff dodges it nicely.
Von Manstein trying to control from half guard but Smirnoff is working away.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Smirnoff is trying to stand up here but Von Manstein is controlling him well. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Smirnoff throws a push kick but Von Manstein slaps the foot to one side.
Von Manstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Smirnoff will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Von Manstein drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Smirnoff defends it well.#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.
Smirnoff throws a low kick but it's checked well by Von Manstein.
As Smirnoff backs off Von Manstein throws a huge counter combo but Smirnoff manages to avoid it all.
Vladimir Smirnoff seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Von Manstein tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Smirnoff defends well and Von Manstein ends up having to push Smirnoff into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Vladimir Smirnoff is winning the standup battle so far.
Smirnoff tries to clinch but Von Manstein is having none of it.
Smirnoff throws a leg kick
and Von Manstein counters with a solid body kick.
Smirnoff throws a right and a left that Von Manstein avoids nicely.
Smirnoff misses with a head kick.
Smirnoff steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Von Manstein. That one must have hurt.
Smirnoff throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Von Manstein finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Von Manstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Von Manstein dodges the punch combination from Smirnoff.
Von Manstein throws a head kick that half lands.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Vladimir Smirnoff did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Smirnoff's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Von Manstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smirnoff pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Vladimir Smirnoff is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Von Manstein moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sloppy strikes from Smirnoff. Those never looked like landing.
Von Manstein blocks a head kick by Smirnoff.
Smirnoff wants to clinch but Von Manstein slips to the side
and Von Manstein counters with a good, hard body kick but Smirnoff shrugs it off.
Smirnoff pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Smirnoff tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Von Manstein swivels and escapes.
Von Manstein lands a head kick!
Von Manstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smirnoff misses with a body kick.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
A head kick misses from Smirnoff.
And Von Manstein tries to counter it with a takedown but Smirnoff pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Von Manstein scores with a head kick.
Smirnoff takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Von Manstein throws a head kick that half lands. #T1#
Von Manstein fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Von Manstein lands a head kick!
A head kick misses from Smirnoff.
Von Manstein is looking for the big counter here.
Von Manstein shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Smirnoff but Smirnoff pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Von Manstein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Smirnoff blocks a head kick by Von Manstein.
Von Manstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Von Manstein with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Smirnoff tries to clinch but Von Manstein moves out of range.
Von Manstein throws a series of punches but Smirnoff avoids them all with ease.
Smirnoff looks to land a body kick but Von Manstein moved away.
Smirnoff fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Smirnoff tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Smirnoff is defended easily by Von Manstein.
Smirnoff moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromVon Manstein.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vladimir Smirnoff. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smirnoff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Von Manstein buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Smirnoff stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Smirnoff wants it to stay on the feet.
Von Manstein throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Smirnoff shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Von Manstein defends it nicely.
Von Manstein throws a fast counter high kick but Smirnoff manages to duck under it in time.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Von Manstein misses with a head kick.
Smirnoff pivots, looking for a leg kick but Von Manstein is out of range and Smirnoff settles back down.
Smirnoff takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Von Manstein throws a wild body kick that Smirnoff sees coming a mile off.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Fritz Erich Von Manstein dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Vladimir Smirnoff's cut.
That's time! Smirnoff's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R5##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Smirnoff enables Von Manstein to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Smirnoff manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Von Manstein with a flurry of punches that miss.
Von Manstein controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Smirnoff is wriggling around but Von Manstein manages to pass to half guard.
Von Manstein is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smirnoff is trying to get back to full guard.
Von Manstein working Smirnoff over with strikes. #T1#
Von Manstein sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Smirnoff defending well though.
Von Manstein looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Smirnoff with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Von Manstein stops Smirnoff from getting back to his feet.
Von Manstein wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smirnoff keeps working.
Ground and pound from Von Manstein.
Fritz Erich Von Manstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Von Manstein seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
An inside leg kick lands from Von Manstein.
Von Manstein throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Smirnoff tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Von Manstein swivels and escapes.
Von Manstein throws a sloppy head kick and Smirnoff moves out of range easily.
Smirnoff throws the kick towards the body but Von Manstein avoids it.
Von Manstein feints the counter takedown.
Smirnoff misses with a kick to the body.
Von Manstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smirnoff tries to clinch but Von Manstein moves out of range.
Von Manstein lands with a kick to the ribs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smirnoff takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Von Manstein dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Smirnoff. That did some damage!
Vladimir Smirnoff has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Von Manstein throws a head kick that misses.
Smirnoff throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fritz Erich Von Manstein comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Von Manstein has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight for Fritz Erich Von Manstein!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Fritz Erich Von Manstein!
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Fritz Erich Von Manstein!

Fritz Erich Von Manstein wins by unanimous decision!
Fritz Erich Von Manstein is the new heavyweight champion!

Event: DARE RIO 2
Date: Nov 19, 2017

#R1#
Kovalev looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pavlov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pavlov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovalev tries to avoid it but Pavlov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovalev to the ground. Kovalev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Pavlov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Kovalev on his heels. He'll look to pass Kovalev's guard now, I'm sure.
Kovalev could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Kovalev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Pavlov controls the pace.
Kovalev wants to get back to his feet but Pavlov is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Pavlov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Kovalev tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pavlov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Pavlov stands and throws Kovalev's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Pavlov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kovalev rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Pavlov's guard! Nice work there by Kovalev!
Pavlov is pulling down on Kovalev's head. It's preventing any offense from Kovalev, at least for the moment.#SUB2#
Pavlov looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Kovalev is defending well. Pavlov quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Kovalev has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Pavlov celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Matvey Pavlov!
Matvey Pavlov gave a mention to Mockstar Energy Drinks 160Q in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 18, 2017

#R1#
Nagibov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Malaya misses with a two punch combination.
Nagibov looks for a takedown but Malaya sprawls well.
Malaya shoots in for a double leg but Nagibov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Malaya gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Malaya is trying to break the clinch but Nagibov is controlling him.
Nagibov tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Malaya smiles and moves away.
Nagibov misses with a series of wild punches.
Nagibov slaps away a takedown attempt from Malaya, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Malaya circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malaya defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nagibov.
Axcel Malaya has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rahib Nagibov.
Malaya will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nagibov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Malaya fails with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Nagibov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Malaya counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Malaya attempts a counter takedown but Nagibov avoids it well and moves away.
Malaya shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Nagibov but Nagibov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Rahib Nagibov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nagibov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Malaya changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nagibov tries to avoid it but Malaya manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nagibov to the ground. Nagibov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Malaya is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Nagibov takes the fight into the clinch.
Malaya has Nagibov pushed against the cage.
Nagibov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T2#
Malaya keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Nagibov's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Nagibov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Malaya has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Nagibov counters with a crisp one two that drops Malaya! Nagibov thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Malaya to his feet! Malaya is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Malaya is rocked!
Nagibov throws a head kick but Malaya moves out of range.
Oh Malaya is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nagibov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Malaya paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Nagibov tries to clinch but Malaya is having none of it.
Malaya takes one on the button.#CL#
Malaya closes the distance and clinches.
Malaya wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Malaya seems to have got his legs back now.
Malaya working hard to break the clinch.
Nagibov scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Nagibov on the inside.
Malaya has had enough of the clinch but Nagibov keeps him there for the moment.#T3#
Malaya just leaning against Nagibov, taking a breather.
Malaya is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Malaya manages to pull guard.
Nagibov trying to control the position from guard on top but Malaya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nagibov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Malaya is pulling down on Nagibov's head to control his posture.
Malaya wants to control the position but Nagibov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Nagibov is keen to just control but Malaya is a slippery customer.#T4#
Malaya tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Nagibov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Malaya is trying desperately to improve position.
Nagibov throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Malaya holds on for dear life.
Malaya tries to lock up and control but Nagibov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Rahib Nagibov dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Malaya stuffs the takedown.
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Nagibov fails with a takedown attempt.
Nagibov needs to keep his hands up - Malaya had a free shot at his head there.
Malaya changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Nagibov tries to avoid it but Malaya manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Nagibov to the ground. Nagibov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Malaya closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Nagibov. #BC#
Malaya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov looks for a takedown but Malaya sprawls well.
Axcel Malaya has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rahib Nagibov.
Nagibov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Malaya sprawls well. Malaya wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Nagibov gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Nagibov takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Nagibov is breathing heavily.
Nagibov tries to clinch up but Malaya circles away and keeps his distance.
Malaya tries to clinch up.
Axcel Malaya is winning the standup battle so far.
Nagibov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Malaya manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Nagibov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Malaya sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nagibov somewhat.
Axcel Malaya is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Malaya clinches. #BC#
Malaya breaks from the clinch.
Malaya is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nagibov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T2##CL#
Nagibov gets tackled into the cage by Malaya. Malaya maintains the clinch.
Malaya tries to pull guard but Nagibov won't allow it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Malaya.
Malaya wants to take the fight to the mat but Nagibov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Malaya is trying to break free.
Malaya content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Nagibov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Nagibov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nagibov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Nagibov is trying to force a seperation but Malaya has the dominant position.
Malaya wants to break the clinch but can't.
Malaya has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nagibov after a bit of a struggle.
Rahib Nagibov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Malaya tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Nagibov tries a knee to the head but Malaya blocks it. #T3#
Nagibov lands a right hand.
Nagibov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Malaya wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nagibov is trying to force a seperation but Malaya has the dominant position.
Malaya tries to break the clinch but Nagibov is controlling the position.
Malaya tries to pull guard but Nagibov holds him up against the cage and eventually Malaya drops back down to his feet.
Nagibov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Malaya is trying to maintain a safe position but Nagibov gets an underhook and turns Malaya into the cage.
Nagibov stops a takedown attempt from Malaya.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #TD2#
Nagibov manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Nagibov manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T4#
Malaya tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Nagibov smiles and moves away.
A combination from Malaya does no damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Nagibov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Malaya seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nagibov wants to clinch.
Nagibov shoots in for a double leg but Malaya sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nagibov shoots in looking for a takedown. Malaya tries to sprawl out of it but Nagibov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Malaya manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Malaya sizes up Nagibov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Axcel Malaya will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Nice sprawl there from Nagibov as Malaya shoots in.#CL2#
Nagibov pushes Malaya up against the cage in a clinch.
Malaya jumps guard but Nagibov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Malaya wants to break free but Nagibov has control.
Malaya tries to pull guard but Nagibov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Axcel Malaya. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nagibov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Malaya tries to score a body lock takedown but Nagibov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Malaya manages to pull guard.
Nagibov won't allow Malaya to sweep him here.
Malaya has momentary wrist control but Nagibov slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Malaya trying to control the position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Nagibov is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Malaya is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Malaya has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T1#
Malaya stopping the sweep attempt from Nagibov.#ES2#
Nagibov pushes Malaya off and scrambles back to his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Nagibov. No joy for Malaya on that attempt.
Malaya rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Nagibov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Malaya shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Nagibov as he jumps to the side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Malaya.#T2#
Nagibov wants to clinch up but Malaya keeps it at a distance.
Nagibov tries to clinch there but Malaya circles away.
Nagibov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nagibov shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Malaya has closed the distance and engaged Nagibov in a clinch.
Malaya looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A frustrated look appears on Malaya's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nagibov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nagibov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Malaya is keeping busy.
Malaya has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Nagibov after a bit of a struggle.
Nagibov scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Malaya stops a takedown attempt from Nagibov.
Nagibov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Malaya just stands there and leans against the cage.
Malaya dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Nagibov fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Malaya jumps guard but Nagibov stands there with Malaya around his waist. Malaya gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Nagibov tries to work over Malaya's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Malaya lands an elbow just above Nagibov 's eye.
Nagibov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Malaya just stands there and leans against the cage.
Malaya scores with a shoulder strike.
Malaya goes for a takedown attempt but Nagibov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Malaya wants to clinch.#T4#
Nagibov moves in looking to clinch but Malaya pushes him off.
Nagibov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nagibov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Malaya's waist but Malaya gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Nagibov off to one side.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Malaya.#CL#
Malaya clinches up with Nagibov and pushes him back against the cage.
Malaya scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nagibov cracks Malaya with a nice body shot.
Malaya stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nagibov tries to circle away but Malaya has him pinned against the cage.
Nagibov fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD#
Malaya jumps guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Axcel Malaya showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Malaya has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 29:29
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Axcel Malaya!

Event: PFF 7 - Grabber vs Trowning
Date: Nov 11, 2017

#R1#
Podarov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Winner.
Jab, jab by Winner - just one landing. #CUT#
It looks like Alex Podarov has been cut.#KD#
Winner lands a big right hand that sends Podarov crashing to the mat! Winner stays standing though and waves Podarov back to his feet!#ROC#
Podarov is rocked!
Podarov walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Winner swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Qfc Winner!
After winning the bout, Qfc Winner thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch 1
Date: Nov 11, 2017

#R1#
Smirnoff throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Smirnoff pushes Piper away with a front kick.
Smirnoff moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Piper is breathing heavily.
Smirnoff changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Piper tries to avoid it but Smirnoff manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Piper to the ground. Piper escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Smirnoff dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Piper has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#KD2#
Smirnoff lands a left and a right that send Piper crashing to the mat, dazed. Smirnoff thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#
It looks like Roddy Piper has been cut.
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!
Smirnoff lands with a kick to the ribs.
A thudding body kick lands there by Smirnoff!
Smirnoff lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Piper circles away quickly and effectively.
Nice body kick there by Smirnoff.
A punch combination from Smirnoff misses.
As Smirnoff looks to move away, Piper throws a big counter combo but Smirnoff just gets out of the way.
Smirnoff misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Piper throws a counter high kick but Smirnoff was just alert enough to avoid it.
Smirnoff scores with a kick to the body.
Smirnoff rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Piper moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T1#
Whack! Smirnoff lands a heavy head kick that drops Piper. The ref tackles Smirnoff to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Piper was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Vladimir Smirnoff!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 08, 2017

#R1##CL2#
Kovalev moves into range and clinches up with Ruane.
Ruane will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kovalev up against the cage.
Kovalev is trying to break the clinch but Ruane has him pressed against the cage.
A body shot lands from Kovalev. #BC2#
Kovalev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ruane throws a shot to the body.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Ruane on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kovalev. Kovalev obviously looking to wear him down.
Ruane takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT2#
It looks like Jai Ruane has been cut.
Ruane moves in looking to clinch but Kovalev pushes him off.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ruane thinks about countering with a head kick.
Mike Kovalev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Ruane fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kovalev, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Ruane escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovalev wants to clinch.
Kovalev takes a head kick and keeps coming. #T1#
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev lands a high kick!
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovalev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ruane.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ruane avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ruane tries to counter by clinching up but Kovalev breaks away and moves out of range.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily.
Ruane is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kovalev.
Kovalev tries to clinch there but Ruane circles away.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Ruane moves out of range. #T2#
Ruane moves in looking to clinch but Kovalev pushes him off.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Ruane appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ruane throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kovalev's waist but Kovalev gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ruane off to one side.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev looks winded!
Ruane looks for a takedown but Kovalev sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jai Ruane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Ruane moves into range and clinches up with Kovalev.#BC#
Ruane breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovalev connects with the punch.
Ruane tries to clinch but Kovalev moves out of range.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev throws a body kick that misses. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and clinches.
Kovalev is trying to force a seperation but Ruane has the dominant position.
Kovalev is trying to break free.#T3##BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev tries to bum rush Ruane with a series of wild strikes but Ruane uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ruane drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kovalev sprawls and moves away.
Ruane avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Ruane tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kovalev manages to circle out of the way.
Kovalev keeps the fight on the outside.
Ruane blocks the body kick.
Ruane fails to land the takedown.
Ruane closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kovalev circles away.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ruane lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Ruane is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovalev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick
and Ruane makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
Kovalev shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Ruane counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Kovalev is lucky that one didn't land flush.
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!
Ruane shoots for a takedown but Kovalev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ruane shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kovalev but Kovalev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane shoots for a takedown but Kovalev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ruane takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ruane or perhaps it was just good defense by Kovalev, which made it look bad.
Kovalev throws a counter combo.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev swats away the attempt to clinch by Ruane.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Kovalev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jai Ruane's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Ruane shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kovalev as he avoids it easily.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovalev tries to avoid it but Ruane manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovalev to the ground. Kovalev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ruane throws a head kick that misses.
Ruane blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily.
Kovalev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ruane blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Ruane appears to be looking for a big counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kovalev.
It looked like Ruane was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Ruane tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kovalev defends well and Ruane ends up having to push Kovalev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jai Ruane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev is breathing heavily.
Kovalev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kovalev has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T1#
Ruane shoots in for a double leg but Kovalev sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kovalev tries to clinch up.
Ruane is looking for a counter combo.
Kovalev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovalev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ruane.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Kovalev tries to get set, Ruane tries to push him back and clinch up but Kovalev manages to avoid the attempt.
Ruane tries to close the distance and clinch but Kovalev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ruane looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#CL2#
Kovalev forces Ruane back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Ruane manages to break the clinch. #T2#
A slapping body kick lands there for Kovalev.
Ruane doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovalev circles away.
Mike Kovalev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kovalev taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ruane taking a breather.
Good body shot from Kovalev. #TD2#
Kovalev drags the fight down to the ground.
Ruane passes Kovalev's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ruane is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Ruane thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. #T3#
Kovalev throwing hammer fists to the chest of Ruane. What's that going to do exactly?
Ruane throwing strikes here but Kovalev is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage. #SUB#
Ruane goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Kovalev is on top in guard. #SUB#
Ruane working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kovalev has passed into half guard!
Ruane blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovalev. #T4##SU2#
Kovalev decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #TD2#
Kovalev manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Ruane on his heels. He'll look to pass Ruane's guard now, I'm sure.
Ruane is wriggling around but Kovalev manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Ruane blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kovalev.
Ruane on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kovalev working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #SU2#
Kovalev stands up out of the half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev lands with a kick to the temple. Ruane shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kovalev throws the left hand but Ruane avoids the punch easily.
Ruane appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jai Ruane's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Ruane fails with the takedown.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Ruane moves out of range easily.
Ruane lands a high kick!
Ruane lands a head shot.
Kovalev scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Kovalev tries to close the distance and clinch but Ruane swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ruane looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kovalev fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kovalev misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1#
Kovalev throws a series of punches but Ruane moves out of range.
Kovalev just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRuane.
A chopping leg kick lands by Ruane. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kovalev misses with a punch to the body.
Kovalev is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#TD2#
Kovalev drags the fight down to the ground.
Mike Kovalev has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ruane throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Ruane trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ruane slips nicely into half guard.
Ruane is trying to control the action in half guard but Kovalev is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2##SU#
Ruane stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Kovalev to get to his feet.
Ruane is looking to clinch but Kovalev is avoiding it.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Ruane misses with a takedown attempt - Kovalev sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jai Ruane. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ruane shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kovalev pinned against the cage. Kovalev gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kovalev circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Ruane closes the distance and pushes Kovalev back into the cage.
Kovalev tries to pull guard but Ruane won't allow it.
Ruane drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kovalev pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL2#
Kovalev has managed to clinch. #T3#
Ruane jumps guard but Kovalev stands there with Ruane around his waist. Ruane gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kovalev working hard to break the clinch.#TD2#
Kovalev jumps guard and drags Ruane to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Kovalev seems keen to control Ruane's posture.
Kovalev being controlled here, momentarily.
Kovalev keeping full guard, as Ruane tries to pass. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#ES2#
Kovalev pushes Ruane off and gets back to his feet.
Ruane shoots in looking for a takedown but Kovalev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ruane's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kovalev throws a body kick that misses.
Kovalev goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Ruane avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Ruane throws a right hand that Kovalev ducks under and follows up with a left that Kovalev also avoids with ease.
Kovalev throws a head kick that Ruane semi-blocks.
Jai Ruane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kovalev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Kovalev!

Event: Vechten Avond 3
Date: Nov 04, 2017

#R1#
Nagibov tries to move into range but Franklin moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD#
Franklin shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nagibov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#ES2#
Nagibov pushes Franklin off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there. #TD#
Franklin shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Nagibov has one foot on Franklin's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Franklin lands the left hand.
Nagibov wants to clinch.
Franklin is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Nagibov like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Nagibov from another fist facial!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Will Franklin!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 31, 2017

#R1#
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range. #CL2#
Kovalev clinches up with Batson and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Batson moves out of range of the body kick from Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #ROC2#
Batson is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Barry Batson has been cut.
Kovalev shoots in looking for a takedown but Batson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kovalev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Batson tries for a takedown but Kovalev sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Batson moves out of range of the body kick from Kovalev.
Batson throws a big counter combination but Kovalev scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Batson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kovalev steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Batson.
Kovalev should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Batson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovalev moves away.
Kovalev lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Kovalev clinches up against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kovalev - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Kovalev wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kovalev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Batson is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T1#
Kovalev is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Batson to keep the fight standing.
Kovalev managing to block the knees to the body from Batson. #TD#
Batson manages to pull guard. #SU2#
Kovalev decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Batson, up you get!
Horrible takedown attempt by Kovalev or perhaps it was just good defense by Batson, which made it look bad.
Batson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Barry Batson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Kovalev.
Batson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Batson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovalev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Batson dives in and grabs Kovalev's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kovalev pushes down on Batson's head and hops out.
Batson fails with the takedown.
Batson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kovalev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Batson somewhat.#T2#
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Kovalev clinches. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It looked like Batson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with a series of wild punches.
Kovalev misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev looks winded!#CL2#
Kovalev has taken the fight to the clinch.
Batson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kovalev pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Batson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kovalev avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Batson is trying to force a seperation but Kovalev has the dominant position.
Batson avoiding damage as Kovalev throws knees to the body. #BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch. #T3##CL2#
Kovalev rushes Batson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Batson attempts a counter takedown but Kovalev avoids it well and moves away.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Batson throws a series of punches but Kovalev moves out of range.
Kovalev lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Batson tries to clinch but Kovalev is having none of it.
Kovalev throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kovalev stuffs the takedown.
A bone on bone clash there as Kovalev blocks the leg kick.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batson changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Batson doesn't manage to clinch there - Kovalev circles away.
Batson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kovalev circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Batson.#T4#
Kovalev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL2#
Kovalev fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Batson, pushing him back against the cage.
Kovalev prevents a takedown attempt there. #BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
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!
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range. #KD2#
Kovalev lands a big head kick that sends Batson tumbling to the mat! Kovalev takes a step backwards and waves Batson back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Batson is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#KD2#
Kovalev lands a head kick that stumbles Batson and the fighters go to the mat. #SUB#
Batson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kovalev can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kovalev in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Kovalev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Barry Batson's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Batson seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
Kovalev moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Kovalev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kovalev shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Batson as he jumps to the side.
It looked like Batson was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kovalev.
Mike Kovalev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kovalev goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Batson tries to clinch but Kovalev is having none of it.
Kovalev displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Batson.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Batson moves out of range easily.
Batson appears to be looking for a big counter.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Batson is defended easily by Kovalev.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and pushes Batson back into the cage.#T1#
Kovalev lands a nice shot to the body. #TD#
Batson manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kovalev wants to control from the top but Batson keeps moving. #SU2#
Kovalev stands and steps away. Batson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Batson blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Batson throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Batson dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Batson feinted with a counter takedown.
Kovalev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kovalev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Batson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kovalev throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2#
Kovalev lets loose with a powerful body kick. Batson will feel that in the morning.
Kovalev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kovalev wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Batson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Batson blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Batson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kovalev moves away.
Barry Batson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL#
Batson pushes Kovalev up against the cage in a clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC#
Batson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Kovalev blocks a head kick by Batson.
Batson avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Batson crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kovalev - the referee stops the clock and Batson gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kovalev. Batson manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kovalev avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T3#
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Batson lands with a straight right. Kovalev didn't see that one coming.
Kovalev moves in looking to clinch but Batson pushes him off.
Batson scores with a head kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kovalev is defended easily by Batson.
Batson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kovalev swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Mike Kovalev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovalev fails to land with a series of punches.
Kovalev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kovalev fails to land with a series of punches.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Batson lands a right hook to the body. #CL2#
Kovalev darts in and clinches Batson up against the cage.
Batson gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kovalev.
Kovalev throws a punch but it's blocked by Batson. #TD#
Batson successfully pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kovalev lands a couple of digs.#SU2#
Kovalev stands and steps away. Batson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Batson throws a front kick that sends Kovalev stumbling back into the cage.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Batson wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Batson keeps the fight on the outside.
Batson feinted with a counter takedown.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Barry Batson's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kovalev misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Mike Kovalev seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Batson wants a takedown. #BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev tries to land a leg kick but Batson saw it coming and moves away.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Kovalev swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Batson moves out of range.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Batson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Batson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kovalev tries to avoid it but Batson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kovalev to the ground. Kovalev escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barry Batson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Batson clinches.
Kovalev blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A head kick by Kovalev misses #CL#
and Batson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kovalev is looking to break free of the clinch but Batson has double underhooks.
Batson tries for a takedown but Kovalev manages to get underhooks. #BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev throws a series of punches but Batson moves out of range.
Batson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD2#
Kovalev closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Batson's guard.
Kovalev is standing up over Batson. Batson looks to escape but Kovalev dives into side control. #T2##REVR#
Batson trying his best to control but Kovalev has mounted him.
Kovalev controlling the pace for now.
Kovalev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Kovalev has control of Batson's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Batson regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Batson can't escape the position.
Kovalev lands with some strikes.#T3#
Batson is trying to escape the mount.
Kovalev pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kovalev connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Batson in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Batson keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kovalev controlling from the full mount.
Kovalev working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Kovalev avoids the attempt from Batson to control.#T4#
Kovalev is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Kovalev punishing his opponent with strikes. #SUB2#
Kovalev jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Batson manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Kovalev in side control, throwing shots but Batson defends. #SU2#
Kovalev decides to take the fight back to the feet. #CL2#
Kovalev pushes Batson up against the cage in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Barry Batson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A head kick by Kovalev misses
and Batson counters with an inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kovalev has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Kovalev!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 29, 2017

#R1#
Matisson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Smirnoff.
Smirnoff lands a right hook to the body.
Smirnoff looks to land a combination but Matisson avoids it well. #TD2#
Smirnoff shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Matisson's guard.
Matisson is wriggling around but Smirnoff manages to pass to half guard. #REVR#
Smirnoff seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Matisson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smirnoff thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Matisson trying to hold on to Smirnoff's head to control him but Smirnoff postures up.
Smirnoff thows a huge punch but Matisson dodges it nicely. #T1#
Matisson is looking to improve his position.
Ground and pound from Smirnoff.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smirnoff thows a huge punch but Matisson dodges it nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Matisson tries to roll over but Smirnoff keeps him under control.
Smirnoff thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Smirnoff throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Smirnoff working Matisson over with strikes.
Smirnoff thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Matisson is breathing heavily.
Smirnoff missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Matisson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Smirnoff working Matisson over with strikes.
Matisson wants to get back to full guard.
Matisson is trying to control but Smirnoff manages to pass to mount!
Smirnoff postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Matisson in real trouble here! The ref calls for Matisson to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vladimir Smirnoff!

Event: DARE KT SERIES FINALS
Date: Oct 14, 2017

#R1#
Kyle tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Smirnoff connects with an inside leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kyle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kyle takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Smirnoff throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kyle is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Smirnoff has managed to clinch.
Smirnoff lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Owen Kyle has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Smirnoff pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smirnoff blocks a leg kick.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Smirnoff.#CL2#
Smirnoff forces Kyle back against the ropes and clinches.
Smirnoff misses with an elbow strike.
Smirnoff pushes off an throws an elbow but Kyle leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.#T1#
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Smirnoff just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kyle's brow.
Kyle goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smirnoff throws an elbow but it misses.
Kyle keeps control of Smirnoff as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Smirnoff breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Smirnoff gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Kyle breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kyle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kyle throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Smirnoff pushes Kyle up against the ropes in a clinch.
Smirnoff tries to break free but Kyle pushes him back against the ropes.
Kyle avoids the elbow strike from Smirnoff, against the ropes.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Smirnoff pushes off an throws an elbow but Kyle leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Smirnoff.#T2##BC2#
Smirnoff's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smirnoff looks to throw a body kick
and Kyle counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#
It looks like Vladimir Smirnoff has been cut.
Kyle misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kyle throws a sloppy head kick and Smirnoff moves out of range easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kyle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smirnoff is looking to land body kicks.
As Smirnoff looks to move away, Kyle throws a big counter combo but Smirnoff just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Smirnoff clinches up with Kyle and pushes him back against the ropes.
Kyle trying to stall but Smirnoff improves his position. #BC2#
Smirnoff manages to break the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smirnoff is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Smirnoff looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Smirnoff tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kyle wants to clinch up but Smirnoff keeps it at a distance.
Smirnoff throws a body kick that misses.
Kyle tries to clinch up but Smirnoff circles away and keeps his distance.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Smirnoff dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.
#R2##CL#
Kyle closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Smirnoff lands a nice elbow.
Smirnoff tries a knee to the head but Kyle blocks it.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Smirnoff as Kyle tries to tie him up.
Kyle looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kyle is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Smirnoff fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kyle prevents Smirnoff from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kyle wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kyle blocks an elbow strike from Smirnoff.
Kyle is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Smirnoff wants to break the clinch but can't.
Smirnoff slows down the pace here. #T1#
Smirnoff missing with knees to the body.
Smirnoff misses with an elbow over the top.
Kyle tries to circle away but Smirnoff has him pinned against the ropes.
Kyle is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Kyle tries to break the clinch but Smirnoff is controlling the position.
Kyle avoiding damage as Smirnoff throws knees to the body.
Smirnoff misses with some punches.
Smirnoff tries to stall but Kyle uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
Smirnoff pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smirnoff tries to work over Kyle's front leg with a kick but Kyle checks it.
Smirnoff throws a wild body kick that Kyle sees coming a mile off.
Kyle doesn't manage to clinch there - Smirnoff circles away.
Smirnoff blocks the body kick. #CL2#
Smirnoff darts in and clinches Kyle up against the ropes.#T2#
Kyle tries to circle away but Smirnoff has him pinned against the ropes.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Smirnoff just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kyle's brow.
Smirnoff wants to stall.
Vladimir Smirnoff seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Smirnoff keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Kyle's efforts to push away.
Kyle misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Smirnoff.
Smirnoff trying to stall but Kyle improves his position.
Kyle is trying to break the clinch but Smirnoff is controlling him.
Kyle wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kyle wants to get back to striking at distance but Smirnoff won't allow it.
Smirnoff takes a shot to the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kyle dodges an elbow strike from Smirnoff.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Smirnoff showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Smirnoff looks to land a combination but Kyle avoids it well.
Kyle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Smirnoff throws a wild body kick that Kyle sees coming a mile off.
Kyle misses with a two punch combination.
A punch combination from Kyle misses.
Kyle takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL2#
Smirnoff moves into range and clinches up with Kyle.#BC2#
Smirnoff breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smirnoff swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kyle is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smirnoff will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Kyle went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
No joy there for Smirnoff, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Smirnoff fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Smirnoff misses with a jab, cross combination. #T1##CL2#
Smirnoff darts in and clinches Kyle up against the ropes.
Kyle is trying to force a seperation but Smirnoff has the dominant position.
Kyle has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Smirnoff will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kyle up against the ropes.
A short uppercut from Smirnoff.
Kyle avoids the elbow strike from Smirnoff, against the ropes.
Smirnoff wants to stall.
Smirnoff taking a breather.
Smirnoff is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Kyle has denied him.
Kyle trying to stall but Smirnoff improves his position. #BC2#
Smirnoff breaks from the clinch.
Smirnoff moves out of range as Kyle throws a body kick.
Kyle misses with a head kick.
Smirnoff misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T2#
Kyle moves in looking to clinch but Smirnoff pushes him off.
Smirnoff misses with a kick to the body.
Kyle scores with a jab to the head.
Smirnoff lands with a kick to the ribs.
Smirnoff throws a series of punches but Kyle avoids them all with ease.
Owen Kyle is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Smirnoff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Some wild striking there from Kyle.
Smirnoff appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Kyle has closed the distance and engaged Smirnoff in a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smirnoff throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Kyle blocks it with crossed arms.
Smirnoff throws an elbow but it misses. #BC2#
Smirnoff pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Owen Kyle has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vladimir Smirnoff is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kyle is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Smirnoff tries to land a front kick but Kyle steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Smirnoff blocks a low kick nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Smirnoff comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Smirnoff has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight for Vladimir Smirnoff!
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight for Vladimir Smirnoff!
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight for Vladimir Smirnoff!

Vladimir Smirnoff wins by unanimous decision!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 12, 2017

#R1#
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kovalev tries to clinch there but Parunausha circles away.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parunausha shoots for a double leg takedown but Kovalev sprawls well. He's pushed Parunausha's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sloppy strikes from Kovalev. Those never looked like landing.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parunausha blocks a head kick by Kovalev. #CL#
Parunausha closes the distance and pushes Kovalev back into the cage.
Parunausha is stalling here.
Parunausha fails to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Parunausha goes for a double leg but Kovalev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kovalev continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregh Parunausha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Parunausha shoots in but Kovalev avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Parunausha shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kovalev defends it nicely.#T1#
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Parunausha moves out of range easily.
Parunausha shoots in but no luck this time.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Parunausha has a takedown stuffed.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Parunausha displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with a hook.
Kovalev takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Parunausha fails to land the takedown.
Kovalev will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Parunausha rushes Kovalev and presses him up against the cage.#T2#
Kovalev fails to pull the fight into his guard.
We're hearing some news coming in from back stage. It's official - Kovalev has eaten all the pies!
Kovalev looks winded!#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Parunausha tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kovalev swivels and escapes.
Kovalev looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Parunausha dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
A head kick misses from Kovalev.
As Kovalev backs away, Parunausha returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Mike Kovalev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kovalev slaps away a takedown attempt from Parunausha, before circling back to the center of 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!
Parunausha tries a head kick but it misses.
Parunausha avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Kovalev misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Parunausha wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kovalev delivers a nice body kick.
Kovalev misses with a head kick. #T3##CL#
Parunausha takes the fight into the clinch.
Kovalev fails to pull guard.
Kovalev tries to break the clinch but Parunausha is controlling the position.
Parunausha has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kovalev is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kovalev is looking to break free of the clinch but Parunausha has double underhooks. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Parunausha gets a clinch.
Parunausha lands a left hand. #BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kovalev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kovalev is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Parunausha.
Kovalev keeps the fight on the outside.
A head kick by Kovalev misses
letting Parunausha counter with a right hand. #T4##CL#
Parunausha clinches with his opponent.
Parunausha pressing his opponent against the cage. #BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parunausha misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Parunausha lands a two punch combo.
Kovalev lands a head kick. Parunausha smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses.
Kovalev thows a leg kick but Parunausha checks it #CL#
and Parunausha counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kovalev looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kovalev is trying to break free.#BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kovalev is defended easily by Parunausha.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mike Kovalev will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Parunausha fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Parunausha tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kovalev defends well and Parunausha ends up having to push Kovalev into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Parunausha shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregh Parunausha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Parunausha shoots for a takedown but Kovalev saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kovalev throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Parunausha wants to clinch.
Parunausha tries to clinch but Kovalev is having none of it.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Parunausha tries to avoid it but Kovalev manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Parunausha to the ground. Parunausha escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kovalev misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Parunausha gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Kovalev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev is breathing heavily.#T1#
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kovalev misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kovalev misses with a head kick. #CL#
Parunausha gets a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Parunausha.
Parunausha really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Parunausha is looking for a takedown.
Kovalev keeps control of Parunausha as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Parunausha tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kovalev avoids it.#BC2#
Kovalev manages to break the clinch.
Parunausha shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Parunausha looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Nice sprawl there from Kovalev as Parunausha shoots in.
Kovalev is looking for the big counter here.#T2##CL2#
Kovalev forces Parunausha back against the cage and clinches.
Kovalev landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #BC2#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kovalev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kovalev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Parunausha half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Parunausha tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Parunausha slips a jab and a cross from Kovalev.
A head kick misses from Kovalev. #TD#
Parunausha shoots in and bounces Kovalev off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Parunausha trying to control the position from guard on top but Kovalev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Parunausha looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SU#
Parunausha stands up from Kovalev's guard - Parunausha perhaps looking for a knockout.
Parunausha darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Parunausha into the cage.
Kovalev misses with a body kick.
Parunausha pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Parunausha attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Parunausha tries to keep at a distance but Kovalev has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Kovalev misses with a few strikes there.
Kovalev stalks Parunausha and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Parunausha's face. Parunausha staggers backwards, shaken.
Kovalev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Parunausha.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Kovalev misses with a head kick.
Parunausha drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kovalev sprawls and moves away.
Parunausha is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kovalev sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
Parunausha gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Parunausha manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Kovalev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Parunausha's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3#
No luck for Parunausha with that takedown attempt. #CL#
Parunausha has closed the distance and engaged Kovalev in a clinch. #BC2#
Kovalev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kovalev throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Parunausha tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kovalev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kovalev feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Parunausha's calf.
Kovalev pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kovalev throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Gregh Parunausha is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses.
Parunausha tries to clinch up.
Kovalev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Parunausha throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Parunausha takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kovalev tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Parunausha shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kovalev sprawls well. Kovalev wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Parunausha gets slowly back to his feet.
Parunausha darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Parunausha into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gregh Parunausha. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kovalev shoots in looking for a takedown but Parunausha manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kovalev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL#
Parunausha closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Parunausha gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #ES2#
Kovalev pushes Parunausha off and gets back to his feet.
Kovalev blocks a head kick by Parunausha.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Kovalev keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kovalev tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Kovalev avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Parunausha closes the distance and clinches.
Parunausha looking to slow down the pace here.
Kovalev tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Parunausha just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Kovalev breaks from the clinch.
Parunausha closes the distance and clinches up with Kovalev, looking for a takedown. Parunausha pushes Kovalev against the cage but Kovalev circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kovalev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Parunausha dodges the punch combination from Kovalev.
Kovalev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Parunausha has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kovalev after a bit of a struggle. #T3##BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Parunausha dives in for a single leg takedown but Kovalev sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Kovalev throws a body kick that misses.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Parunausha moves out of range easily.
It looked like Parunausha wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kovalev tries to clinch
and Parunausha counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Parunausha avoids the head kick by Kovalev.
Parunausha looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kovalev is fending him off so far but Parunausha persists. Nope, Kovalev circles away and we're back to standing.
Kovalev lands a head kick. Parunausha smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kovalev throws a sloppy head kick and Parunausha moves out of range easily.
Kovalev loads up on a big right hand but Parunausha slips the punch.
Mike Kovalev seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Parunausha darts in looking for a takedown but Kovalev gets double underhooks and turns Parunausha into the cage. #CL2#
Kovalev closes the distance and clinches.#T4##BC2#
Kovalev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Parunausha shoots in for a double leg but Kovalev sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kovalev throws a head kick but Parunausha moves out of range.
Parunausha throws a big counter combination but Kovalev scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kovalev tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kovalev tries to clinch up.
Parunausha misses with a head kick.
Parunausha blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Parunausha tries a head kick but it misses.
Despite the aggression on Kovalev's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Parunausha fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kovalev avoids it really well and circles away.
Parunausha blocks a head kick by Kovalev.
Gregh Parunausha has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mike Kovalev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Parunausha lands a jab to Kovalev's midsection.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Kovalev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kovalev winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mike Kovalev!

Event: DARE 9
Date: Oct 07, 2017

#R1#
Kovalev throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Lancier counters with a nice double leg into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lancier trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lancier in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lancier chips away with some ground and pound.
Lancier throws a big elbow that misses.
Kovalev should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Kovalev keeping moving, preventing Lancier from controlling successfully.
Lancier landing with the ground and pound.
Lancier postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kovalev keeping moving, preventing Lancier from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kovalev is looking to stand up but Lancier isn't so interested in that idea.
Lancier looking to pass the guard.
Lancier postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lancier's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #ROC#
Kovalev is rocked!
Lancier arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Kovalev's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tristan Lancier!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 07, 2017

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Nagibov is defended easily by Juei.#CL#
Juei moves into the clinch.
Nagibov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Nagibov tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Juei just stands there and leans against the cage.
Juei taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #TD2#
Nagibov successfully pulls guard. #ES2#
Nagibov wriggles free and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Juei rushes Nagibov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Juei prevents a body shot from Nagibov.
Juei missing with knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Nagibov.
Juei definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Nagibov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Juei.
Juei will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Nagibov up against the cage.#TD#
Juei pulls guard.
Nagibov works over Juei with some ground and pound from guard.
Juei is breathing heavily.
Nagibov wants to control from the top but Juei keeps moving.
Nagibov slips nicely into half guard.
Juei is refusing to be controlled, as Nagibov sits in half guard. #T2#
Juei regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Nagibov.
Nagibov stands up over Juei, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Juei looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nagibov is one step ahead there.
Nagibov scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nagibov prevents Juei from getting back to his feet. #T3#
Nagibov wants to control from the top but Juei keeps moving.
Juei looking for a sweep. Not yet Juei, not yet.
Nagibov is fighting to break Juei's control of his arms but Juei is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Juei knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nagibov on the ground.
Nagibov is looking to work some ground and pound but Juei has wrist control.#ES#
Juei is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Nagibov presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Nagibov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A frustrated look appears on Nagibov's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nagibov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T4##TD#
Juei has clasped his hands together around Nagibov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Nagibov pushes Juei away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Juei gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Nagibov is looking to reverse the position.
A lull in the action here as Juei stalls from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Juei is working Nagibov over with some ground and pound from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Rahib Nagibov will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Juei is looking to clinch.
Nagibov goes for a double leg but Juei avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Juei continues to drive forward.
Nagibov lands a nice looking body kick.
Juei keeps the fight on the outside.
Nagibov doesn't manage to clinch there - Juei circles away.
Juei fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nagibov is looking for the big counter here.
Nagibov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Juei really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Nagibov tries to score a power double leg takedown but Juei sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nagibov somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nagibov is looking to clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nagibov is looking to clinch.
Nagibov misses with a head kick.
Nagibov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Juei counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Nagibov tries to clinch up.
Nagibov tries to close the distance and clinch but Juei swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Juei keeps the fight on the outside.
Nagibov tries to close the distance and clinch but Juei swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nagibov doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Juei holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Vands Juei has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rahib Nagibov.#TD#
Juei manages to pull guard.
Juei is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Nagibov stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Juei throws up his legs and catches Nagibov in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Nagibov tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Juei! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Vands Juei!

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