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Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Alex Cirkunov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Zill McSwish (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
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205 lbs
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205 lbs
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BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Big heart |
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Brawler
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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of
0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Alex Cirkunov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of
0 - 4 - 0, fighting out of The Island, Zill McSwish!
The judges for this bout are Santiago Holmes, Michael Johnstone and Dirk Anderson.
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McSwish moves into the clinch.
McSwish ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. McSwish no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
McSwish wants to sweep but no luck.
McSwish is trying to control the position from the bottom.
McSwish utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cirkunov has gone for a leg lock! McSwish slips out almost immediately though and dives into Cirkunov's guard.
Cirkunov working for submissions but it's allowed McSwish to get to half guard.
McSwish looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
McSwish is thwarting Cirkunov's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cirkunov looking for submissions off his back.
McSwish content to control rather than advance.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cirkunov is looking for a sweep. McSwish is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cirkunov wants to control but McSwish is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Cirkunov is trying to stand up here but McSwish is controlling him well.
McSwish seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Cirkunov looking for a kimura from the bottom but McSwish passes into side control!
Cirkunov tries to bench press McSwish off him but McSwish keeps the position.
McSwish trying to control the position but Cirkunov is working away.
Cirkunov is trying to get back to half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Cirkunov isn't going anywhere.
Cirkunov is looking for a sweep.
Cirkunov is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Cirkunov sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Cirkunov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McSwish wants to control but Cirkunov is keeping him busy.
Cirkunov tries to roll over but McSwish keeps him under control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cirkunov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Cirkunov actively working from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cirkunov is trying to get back to full guard.
McSwish trying to control from half guard but Cirkunov is working away.
Cirkunov trying to hold on to McSwish's head to control him but McSwish postures up.
Cirkunov is trying to get back to full guard.
McSwish takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
McSwish fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Cirkunov sprawls well initially but McSwish persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
McSwish tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Cirkunov.
McSwish trying to control from half guard but Cirkunov is working away.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cirkunov wants to improve his position but McSwish is controlling well.
Cirkunov is trying to maintain the position but McSwish is very close to passing his half guard.
Cirkunov looking for submissions off his back.
Cirkunov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cirkunov trying to hold on to McSwish's head to control him but McSwish postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Zill McSwish dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
Cirkunov lands a head shot.
A jab from Cirkunov does it's job there.
Alex Cirkunov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cirkunov cracks McSwish with a good jab.
Cirkunov lands an overhand right.
McSwish shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Cirkunov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. McSwish presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cirkunov has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics McSwish uses from the top position.
Zill McSwish has got the better of the ground game so far.
McSwish wants to stand but Cirkunov is controlling his posture from full guard.
McSwish scoring with some ground and pound.
Cirkunov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McSwish is aware though and is defending well.
Cirkunov controls McSwish momentarily but McSwish frees himself.
McSwish trying to control but Cirkunov is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cirkunov looking for a guillotine here but McSwish defends easily.
Cirkunov has his foot on McSwish's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McSwish works his way back into a safe position though.
Cirkunov escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McSwish gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McSwish wants to control from the top but Cirkunov keeps moving.
McSwish must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Cirkunov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McSwish wants to control from the top but Cirkunov keeps moving.
Cirkunov controls McSwish momentarily but McSwish frees himself.
Cirkunov working for a triangle but McSwish defends it easily.
Cirkunov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Cirkunov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McSwish is aware though and is defending well.
Cirkunov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cirkunov is just content to waste time from the top position. McSwish takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now McSwish is on top in guard.
Cirkunov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
McSwish avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Cirkunov looking to control.
Cirkunov is looking for a triangle here but McSwish uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
McSwish working the head and body with strikes.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
McSwish lands a decent elbow from side control.
Cirkunov controls the position for a moment.
Cirkunov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
McSwish is looking to take a break and control but Cirkunov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
McSwish is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cirkunov has escaped the position, nice work there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
I wouldn't like to be where Cirkunov is right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alex Cirkunov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
Cirkunov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McSwish moves into the clinch.
McSwish decides to pull guard.
Cirkunov passes McSwish's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Cirkunov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McSwish sees it coming and defends easily.
Cirkunov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McSwish sees it coming and defends easily.
Cirkunov is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McSwish is just riding it out for now. Cirkunov eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cirkunov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McSwish doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cirkunov.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Cirkunov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McSwish doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Cirkunov.
Cirkunov wants to pass to mount but McSwish is defending the position.
Cirkunov passes to full mount!
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Cirkunov moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, McSwish has worked his arm free - good work by McSwish!
McSwish is trying to get back to his feet.
McSwish manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Cirkunov is looking for a kimura here.
McSwish is trying to get back to full guard.
Cirkunov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Cirkunov wants to control but McSwish is keeping him busy.
McSwish flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
McSwish really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Cirkunov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
McSwish has one foot on Cirkunov's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
McSwish takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cirkunov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in McSwish's half guard.
McSwish is not content to let Cirkunov control the position.
McSwish won't allow Cirkunov to pass to mount.
McSwish is trying to get back to full guard.
McSwish takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Cirkunov is trying to work for a kimura but McSwish is defending well.
Cirkunov is looking for a kimura but McSwish is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Cirkunov to get the leverage.
Cirkunov wants to work for an arm triangle but McSwish is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cirkunov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McSwish wants to improve his position but Cirkunov is controlling well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alex Cirkunov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Cirkunov 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alex Cirkunov!
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energy
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hype
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pop
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mgr
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FIGHT
RATING
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