PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Sulimbek Akhtankhanov (ranked 1405 p4p, 3373 weight class) and Baki Hanma (ranked 87 p4p, 216 weight class). Hanma has chosen B-Complex - Beautiful Lies as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. On his way into the cage it seems that Sulimbek Akhtankhanov has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Sulimbek Akhtankhanov seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?

Akhtankhanov
vs
Hanma

174 cm
22
130
4 - 1 - 0

175 cm
22
145
4 - 4 - 0

Good wrestling
Lethal high kicks
Cardio machine

BJJ Brown Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

UNDEFEATED
Warrior Fight Store

Gonzasco Q160 (159.9)

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Sulimbek Akhtankhanov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Baki Hanma!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Columbo Gatti and Lou da Vinci.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hanma connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Akhtankhanov ducks under a wild hook from Hanma.
Hanma scores with a hook to the body. Akhtankhanov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Akhtankhanov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hanma.
Akhtankhanov really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Akhtankhanov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hanma misses with a looping left.
Hanma keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hanma throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Akhtankhanov on the side of the head.
We've been told by Akhtankhanov's head coaches at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hanma looks to land a right hand but Akhtankhanov moved out of range.
Akhtankhanov throws a big counter combination but Hanma scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Akhtankhanov bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Akhtankhanov with a nice cross.

It looks like Baki Hanma has been cut.
Hanma takes one to the chin there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big right from Hanma misses.
Akhtankhanov throws a hook but Hanma blocks it.
Hanma tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Akhtankhanov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hanma tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Akhtankhanov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Akhtankhanov takes one to the chin there.
Akhtankhanov moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Hanma takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A left lands for Hanma.
Akhtankhanov throws an overhand right that lands on Hanma's shoulder, as Hanma tries to avoid the shot.
Akhtankhanov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov lands with a straight right. Hanma didn't see that one coming.

Hanma gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

Akhtankhanov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Akhtankhanov throws a wild body kick that Hanma sees coming a mile off.
Akhtankhanov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hanma tests Akhtankhanov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Akhtankhanov lands a slapping body shot.
Hanma misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Akhtankhanov.
Hanma takes a swing at Akhtankhanov's ribcage but misses.
Hanma connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Akhtankhanov's hands.
Akhtankhanov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Akhtankhanov scores with a spinning back kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hanma misses the shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov lands a lovely overhand right.
Akhtankhanov throws a sloppy head kick and Hanma moves out of range easily.
Hanma misses with a looping right.
Akhtankhanov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Hanma changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hanma scores with a shot to the body.
Hanma throws a jab but it's blocked by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov walks into a stiff left hand from Hanma.
Akhtankhanov pushes Hanma away with a front kick.
Akhtankhanov lands with a straight right. Hanma didn't see that one coming.
Akhtankhanov scores with a hook.
Hanma misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Akhtankhanov counters with a straight right hand.
Hanma uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Akhtankhanov has time to react.
A jab from Hanma finds it's way through Akhtankhanov's defenses.
Akhtankhanov takes a swing at Hanma's ribcage but misses.
Baki Hanma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Akhtankhanov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hanma is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Akhtankhanov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Hanma lands the left hand.
Akhtankhanov lands with a cross.
Hanma is looking to clinch.
Hanma swings away with a body shot that misses
and Akhtankhanov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.

Hanma is rocked!
Hanma looks to score with a jab to the body but Akhtankhanov is just out of range.
Akhtankhanov scores with a push kick.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hanma tests Akhtankhanov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hanma is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Hanma is still on wobbly legs! Can Akhtankhanov finish him?
Hanma bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Akhtankhanov's head.
Hanma seems to have recovered his senses.
Akhtankhanov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Akhtankhanov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Akhtankhanov keeps Hanma at a distance using the push kick.
Akhtankhanov lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A swing and a miss from Hanma.
Akhtankhanov tries to land a front kick but Hanma steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hanma looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Akhtankhanov lands with a straight right. Hanma didn't see that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hanma bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Akhtankhanov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hanma.
Hanma looks to score with a jab to the body but Akhtankhanov is just out of range.
A jab from Hanma finds it's way through Akhtankhanov's defenses.
Akhtankhanov moves away from the strike by Hanma.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.

That has opened up Baki Hanma's cut even more.

Akhtankhanov throws a left that rocks Hanma and follows with a right that sends him tumbling to the canvas! Akhtankhanov dives into side control, looking to finish! Can Hanma regain composure!
Hanma wants to control but Akhtankhanov postures up.
Hanma tries to control but Akhtankhanov manages to take his back.
Akhtankhanov not allowing Hanma to control his hands.
Akhtankhanov slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akhtankhanov keeps control of the position as Hanma tries to break free.
Hanma trying to control the hands but Akhtankhanov won't let him.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Akhtankhanov has the hooks in. Hanma is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hanma trying to control the position but Akhtankhanov manages to sink in the hooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sulimbek Akhtankhanov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baki Hanma's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!

Akhtankhanov misses with an uppercut.
Akhtankhanov throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Hanma misses with an uppercut.
Akhtankhanov is looking to land body kicks.
Akhtankhanov cracks Hanma with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Akhtankhanov throws a jab but it's blocked by Hanma.
Hanma on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hanma throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Akhtankhanov on the side of the head.
Akhtankhanov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Hanma.
Akhtankhanov throws a head kick that Hanma semi-blocks.
Hanma throws an overhand right that lands on Akhtankhanov's shoulder, as Akhtankhanov tries to avoid the shot.
Hanma connects with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Akhtankhanov sizes up Hanma with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A big right from Hanma misses.
Akhtankhanov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hanma.
Akhtankhanov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hanma takes a swing at Akhtankhanov's ribcage but misses.
Hanma misses with a hook to the body
and Akhtankhanov counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Hanma is breathing heavily.
A big right from Hanma misses.

Akhtankhanov lands a head kick that stumbles Hanma and the fighters go to the mat.

Hanma is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Akhtankhanov is aware though and is defending well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Akhtankhanov engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.

Hanma looking for subs off his back but Akhtankhanov has passed one foot through into half guard.
Akhtankhanov controlling the action here.
Hanma has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Akhtankhanov is working away from the top position though.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Akhtankhanov in particular looking to stall.
Hanma is looking to control Akhtankhanov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hanma avoid being mounted?

That's two minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hanma wants to get back to full guard but Akhtankhanov has mounted him!
Akhtankhanov avoids the attempt from Hanma to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Akhtankhanov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Akhtankhanov avoids the attempt from Hanma to control.
Akhtankhanov controlling the position easily from mount.
Hanma is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hanma can't escape the position.
Hanma wants to hold on but Akhtankhanov pushes him away.
Akhtankhanov controlling his opponent.
Hanma tries to hold on but Akhtankhanov postures up.
Akhtankhanov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hanma can do to turn this around?
Akhtankhanov content just to control the position here.
Akhtankhanov prevents Hanma from getting the reversal.
Hanma is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hanma tries to hold on but Akhtankhanov pushes him away.
Hanma can't escape the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hanma tries to hold on but Akhtankhanov postures up.
Akhtankhanov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Akhtankhanov has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hanma tries to lock up and control but Akhtankhanov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sulimbek Akhtankhanov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Baki Hanma's cut.
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!

The crowd cheers as Hanma lands an impressive looking overhand right. Akhtankhanov doesn't seem phased though.
A swing and a miss from Akhtankhanov.
Sulimbek Akhtankhanov is winning the standup battle so far.
Akhtankhanov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hanma.
And Akhtankhanov counters with a quick kick to the body but Hanma blocks it.
Akhtankhanov connects with a single shot there.
Hanma with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Akhtankhanov thows a body kick. Hanma tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Akhtankhanov scores with a shot to the body.
Akhtankhanov looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hanma jabs Akhtankhanov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Nice shot by Hanma.
Hanma tries to clinch
and Akhtankhanov counters with a stiff right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hanma darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Akhtankhanov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Jab by Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Akhtankhanov misses with a kick to the body.
Hanma has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Akhtankhanov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Hanma blocks a jab.
Hanma connects with a body shot.
Hanma takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Hanma dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hanma walks forward, straight into a front kick from Akhtankhanov.
Akhtankhanov scores with a jab. Hanma acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Akhtankhanov throws out a powerful jab.
Hanma throws the left hand but Akhtankhanov avoids the punch easily.
Akhtankhanov fakes the leg kick and cracks Hanma in the body.
Akhtankhanov lands with a kick to the ribs.
Akhtankhanov lands a jab to the nose.
Akhtankhanov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Akhtankhanov throws a front kick that sends Hanma stumbling back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akhtankhanov drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Hanma right on the button. Hanma goes down! Akhtankhanov follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Akhtankhanov gets the win via TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sulimbek Akhtankhanov!
Sulimbek Akhtankhanov seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.