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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 14, 2016 |
#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Diaz scores with a four punch combination!
Maximov takes one to the side of the head.
Maximov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Diaz moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Diaz throws a body shot but no joy.
Diaz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Maximov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Diaz did well to prevent Maximov getting side control.
Diaz is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Maximov seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Diaz has managed to free his arm - good work.
Diaz wants to get back to full guard.
Maximov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diaz keeps working. #T1#
Diaz is looking to improve his position.
Diaz wants to control but Maximov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Maximov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions off his back.
Maximov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#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.
Diaz is refusing to be controlled, as Maximov sits in half guard.
Maximov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Diaz. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Maximov frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Diaz can't escape the position.
Diaz tries to hold on but Maximov pushes him away.
Diaz looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Maximov raining down hammerfists from mount.
Diaz regains half guard.
Maximov working Diaz over with strikes.
Maximov trying to control the action but Diaz is working from the bottom.
Diaz is pressing down on Maximov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Diaz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Diaz keeping moving, preventing Maximov from controlling successfully.
Diaz is trying to control the position but Maximov postures up.
Maximov trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom.
Maximov looking to sit in guard and control but Diaz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Diaz is pushing down on Maximov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Maximov is fighting to maintain full guard but Diaz has managed to sneak the leg through.
Diaz is just content to waste time from the top position. Maximov takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T4#
Maximov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Maximov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Maximov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Diaz trying to control but Maximov is working from the bottom.
Diaz pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Maximov is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Diaz postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Maximov is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Diaz, into his guard. #REVB#
Maximov wants to control from the top but Diaz keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Maximov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Diaz connects with a crisp jab.
Diaz throws a body punch but Maximov moves out of range. #TD2#
Maximov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Diaz is trying to defend but Maximov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Diaz is trying to control but can't.
Maximov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Maximov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Diaz defends it well.
Diaz is trying to maintain the position but Maximov is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Maximov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Diaz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Maximov. #T1##SUB#
Diaz has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Maximov. Oh but Diaz has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Maximov goes limp - he's gone! Diaz jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Nate Diaz!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 01, 2016 |
#R1#
Maximov tries to clinch up but Hung circles away and keeps his distance.
Maximov looks to clinch
and Hung counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hung connects with a single shot there.
Hung has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Maximov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Maximov fails with the takedown
and Hung counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Maximov has been cut.
Maximov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hung counters with a head kick.
Maximov misses with a takedown attempt - Hung sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Maximov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hung scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Maximov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#ROC2#
Maximov is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hung throws a leg kick which misses Maximov's front leg but catches the back leg as Maximov tries to avoid it.
Hung scores with a push kick.
Maximov tries to close the distance and clinch but Hung swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Maximov is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Hung.
Oh Maximov is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hung scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Maximov doesn't seem bothered though.
Hung fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Maximov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Maximov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Maximov is breathing heavily.
Hung feints with a left and delivers a massive head kick! Maximov collapses like a ragdoll! Game over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kok Su Hung!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Diegs shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Maximov but Maximov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Nice takedown defense from Diegs. No joy for Maximov on that attempt.
Diegs misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ivan Maximov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Maximov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Still in half guard, Maximov seems content to control.#SUB2#
Maximov is working for a kimura but Diegs is defending it quite comfortably.
Diegs is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Maximov scores with a couple of nice shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Maximov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Diegs is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Maximov wants to work for an arm triangle but Diegs is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Diegs taking some punishment here, with Maximov in his half guard.
Maximov controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Maximov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Maximov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Diegs trying to hold on to Maximov's head to control him but Maximov postures up.
Maximov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Diegs with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Maximov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Diegs has a hand on Maximov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Maximov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!#SUB2#
Diegs defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Maximov.
Maximov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Diegs looks a forlorn figure.
#SUB2#
Maximov working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Diegs looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Maximov! Submission of the night perhaps?
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Ivan Maximov!
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 34
Date: Sep 24, 2016 |
#R1#
Maximov shoots in looking for a takedown. Kami tries to sprawl out of it but Maximov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kami manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD2#
Maximov scores with a takedown into Kami's guard.
Kami keeping moving, preventing Maximov from controlling successfully.
Maximov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kami seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Maximov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kami is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Maximov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kami is controlling Maximov's posture.
Kami is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Maximov wants to control from the top but Kami keeps moving.
Maximov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kami looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Maximov connects with a couple of short punches.
Kami wants to sweep here but Maximov controlling him for the moment.
Maximov trying to control the position from guard on top but Kami is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maximov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kami had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Maximov defends it easily.#SUB#
Kami throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Maximov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kami has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Maximov has managed to get both his arms back between Kami's legs - danger averted.
Kami seems keen to control Maximov's posture.#SUB#
Kami is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Maximov is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Kami pushes a forearm under Maximov's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Maximov is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hiruko Kami!
Hiruko Kami decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 30
Date: Aug 27, 2016 |
#R1#
Clintsari lands a glancing blow to the side of Maximov's head.
Clintsari connects with a jab.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Maximov has been cut.
Clintsari has been working on his boxing with his coaches at KO Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Maximov shoots for a double leg takedown but Clintsari sprawls well. He's pushed Maximov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Maximov looks for a takedown but Clintsari sprawls well.
Maximov shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #CL#
and Clintsari counters by clinching up.
Rusoposkinen Clintsari has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Maximov.#TD2#
Maximov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Clintsari regains guard.
Clintsari avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maximov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Clintsari swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Maximov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Maximov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Clintsari wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Maximov 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. #T1#
Maximov's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Maximov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Clintsari moves into range and connects with a jab.
Clintsari is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Clintsari getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Maximov dives in for a single leg takedown but Clintsari sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Maximov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Maximov.
Ivan Maximov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maximov walks into a left hand. #T2#
Maximov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Maximov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Clintsari , as that shot connected.
Maximov fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Clintsari lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Maximov takes one to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Maximov closes the distance and pushes Clintsari back into the cage.
Clintsari softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC#
Maximov is rocked!
Clintsari working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Maximov is still on wobbly legs! Can Clintsari finish him?
Clintsari creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Maximov with a big uppercut! Maximov tries to clinch up but Clintsari pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Maximov to the mat! Maximov covers up and Clintsari unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Rusoposkinen Clintsari !
Rusoposkinen Clintsari decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 28
Date: Aug 06, 2016 |
#R1##TD2#
Maximov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Maximov is looking to take a break and control but Jefferson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jefferson tries to buck Maximov off but Maximov is having none of it.
Jefferson struggling a bit here.
Maximov lands a decent elbow from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maximov trying to control the position but Jefferson is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maximov creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Jefferson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Maximov trying to control the position but Jefferson is working away. #T1#
Maximov sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Jefferson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Maximov working away.#SUB2#
Maximov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Maximov wants to control but Jefferson is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Maximov is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jefferson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Maximov is looking to take a break and control but Jefferson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Jefferson is trying to improve his position.
Maximov trying to control the position but Jefferson is working away. #T3##SU2#
Maximov stands up.
Maximov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Maximov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Jefferson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Maximov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
We've been informed that Maximov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Maximov misses with a takedown
and Jefferson counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Maximov has been cut.
Decent striking displayed by Jefferson there.
Jefferson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Maximov.
Ivan Maximov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Maximov looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maximov wants to take a breather but Jefferson is having none of it. #SUB2#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura but Jefferson is defending well.
Jefferson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Maximov on the ground.
Maximov is trying to control the action in half guard but Jefferson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Maximov is working for a kimura but Jefferson is defending it quite comfortably.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jefferson taking some punishment here, with Maximov in his half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Maximov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Maximov's cut.
That's time! Jefferson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Maximov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Maximov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Jefferson moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Jefferson. Beautiful body shot.
Maximov has a takedown stuffed.
Jefferson connects with a right hand. Maximov shakes it off.
Maximov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No luck for Maximov with that takedown attempt.
Maximov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Jefferson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Geoff Jefferson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Maximov.
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!
Maximov darts in trying to clinch
and Jefferson counters with a right hand to the body.
Ivan Maximov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Maximov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Jefferson makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Maximov needs to keep his hands up - Jefferson had a free shot at his head there.
Jefferson lands a glancing blow to the side of Maximov's head.
Jefferson lands with a nice body punch.
Maximov is breathing heavily.
Jefferson punishes Maximov's body with a nice straight punch.
Jefferson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Maximov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Jefferson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Jefferson scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL#
Maximov tries to keep at a distance but Jefferson has taken the fight into the clinch.
Jefferson is leaning against Maximov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Jefferson manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maximov walks into a jab.
A lazy left from Jefferson finds it's target.#ROC#
Maximov is rocked!#T2#
and Jefferson counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Maximov! He's just covering up as Jefferson starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Geoff Jefferson!
Geoff Jefferson is the new welterweight champion!
Geoff Jefferson decided to call for a title shot in his post fight interview, which was very strange given the fact this fight was for a title and he's already the champion. I guess that's what getting punched in the head does for you.
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Event:
Helsinki Fighting League: 26
Date: Jul 17, 2016 |
#R1#
No luck for Maximov with that takedown attempt.
We've been hearing reports that Troy has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Troy misses with a wild combination.
Some wild striking there from Maximov.
A combination from Troy does no damage.
Maximov slips a jab and a cross from Troy.
#TD2#
Maximov drives through with a takedown into Troy's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Maximov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Maximov stands up over Troy, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Maximov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Troy working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Maximov.
Maximov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Maximov passes Troy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Troy is breathing heavily.#T1#
Troy tries to kick Maximov off but Maximov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB2#
Maximov maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Troy could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Maximov has cracked it and Troy is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Maximov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Ivan Maximov!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 18, 2016 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Maximov or perhaps it was just good defense by Akenzua, which made it look bad. #TD#
Maximov gets a takedown into half guard.
Akenzua is trying to stand.
Maximov working the head and body with strikes.
Maximov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Akenzua keeps working.
Akenzua controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Maximov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Akenzua is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Maximov pulls his head out easily. #T1##SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Akenzua has managed to free his arm - good work.
Maximov wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Maximov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura but Akenzua is defending well.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Maximov wants to pass to mount but Akenzua is defending the position. #SUB#
Maximov is working for a kimura but Akenzua is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Maximov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Akenzua sees it coming and defends easily.
Akenzua wants to get back to his feet.
#T3#
Maximov is keen to just control but Akenzua is a slippery customer.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Akenzua flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Maximov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Akenzua.
#CL#
Akenzua tries to keep at a distance but Maximov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Maximov looking for a takedown.
Maximov is working for takedown but Akenzua is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Maximov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akenzua tries to break the clinch but Maximov is controlling the position.
Akenzua jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Maximov walks away with a smile on his face. Akenzua gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Maximov fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Nice takedown defense from Maximov. No joy for Akenzua on that attempt. #TD#
Maximov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Akenzua's guard.
Akenzua doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Akenzua keeping moving, preventing Maximov from controlling successfully.
Maximov prevents Akenzua from getting back to his feet.
Akenzua is looking to stand back up but Maximov counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Akenzua. #SUB#
Maximov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Akenzua sees it coming and defends easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Maximov is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Maximov dominated that round.
That's time! Maximov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nice takedown defense from Akenzua. No joy for Maximov on that attempt.
Maximov dives in for a single leg takedown but Akenzua sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Akenzua is looking for the big counter here.
Ivan Maximov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Maximov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Akenzua as he avoids it easily.
Akenzua lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Maximov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Akenzua fails with an attempt to clinch.
Maximov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Maximov tries to clinch but Akenzua moves out of range.
Akenzua is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Akenzua throws a series of strikes that have Maximov backpedaling.
Akenzua moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Maximov has been cut.
Maximov tries to clinch up.
Maximov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Akenzua swivels and escapes.#CL2#
Maximov tries to keep at a distance but Akenzua has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Akenzua's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maximov dives in for a single leg takedown but Akenzua sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Akenzua tries for a takedown but Maximov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Maximov has a takedown stuffed.
Akenzua throws a counter combo.#T1#
Akenzua throws a right hand that Maximov ducks under and follows up with a left that Maximov also avoids with ease.
Maximov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Akenzua tries to close the distance and clinch up but Maximov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Akenzua looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL2#
Akenzua moves into range and clinches up with Maximov.#TD#
Maximov has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Akenzua is trying to keep an underhook but Maximov manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Akenzua is trying to stand.
Akenzua is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Maximov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Maximov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2##SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Akenzua has managed to free his arm - good work.
Maximov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Maximov seems to be working for a kimura but Akenzua defends the submission attempt.
Maximov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Akenzua is trying to stand back up but Maximov is controlling him
#T3#
Akenzua won't allow Maximov to pass to mount.
Akenzua missing with punches from the bottom.
Maximov prevents Akenzua from standing back up.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rodrigo Akenzua seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Maximov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Akenzua is trying to maintain the position but Maximov is very close to passing his half guard.
Akenzua is looking to get back to is feet but Maximov passes into side control.
Maximov trying to control the action but Akenzua is working from the bottom.
Akenzua gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T4#
Akenzua is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
#SU#
Maximov is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet! #TD#
Maximov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Maximov trying to control but Akenzua is working from the bottom.
Maximov prevents Akenzua from getting back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Rodrigo Akenzua will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ivan Maximov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Maximov tries for a takedown but Akenzua sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Maximov scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Akenzua is looking to escape.
Maximov is thwarting Akenzua's attempts to control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ivan Maximov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Maximov is keen to just control but Akenzua is a slippery customer.
Akenzua is looking to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Akenzua has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Akenzua looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Akenzua takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1##TD#
Maximov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Akenzua to the mat! Akenzua manages to get full guard.
Akenzua is wriggling around but Maximov manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
Maximov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Akenzua with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Maximov wants to control but Akenzua is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Maximov seems to be looking for submissions.
Maximov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Akenzua with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Maximov blocks the strikes from Akenzua.
Akenzua trying to hold on to Maximov's head to control him but Maximov postures up.
#SUB#
Maximov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Maximov working over Akenzua with some ground and pound. Akenzua looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3##SUB#
Maximov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Akenzua sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Maximov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Akenzua defends it well. #SUB#
Maximov is looking for a kimura but Akenzua is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Maximov to get the leverage.
Maximov is nestled in close to Akenzua, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Maximov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Akenzua is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Maximov pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Maximov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Akenzua connecting with a few gentle strikes. #SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Akenzua has managed to free his arm - good work.
Akenzua is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Maximov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Maximov tries to pull guard but Akenzua won't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Maximov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Maximov 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Maximov!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 638 Round 3
Date: Jun 15, 2016 |
#R1#
Harrison looks to land a right hand but Maximov moved out of range.
Maximov with a poor takedown
and Harrison counters with a good low kick that Maximov was not able to check.
Maximov fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Harrison throws a series of strikes that have Maximov backpedaling.
#CUT2#
It looks like Ivan Maximov has been cut.#TD#
Maximov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Harrison to the ground. Maximov is now in Harrison's guard.
Harrison has control of Maximov's left arm, preventing Maximov from doing any damage.
Maximov pushes down on Harrison's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Maximov is looking to take a break and control but Harrison is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Maximov connects with a nice short shot to Harrison's temple.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Harrison can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1##SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Harrison has managed to free his arm - good work.
Harrison is positioning himself well to prevent Maximov advancing to mount.
Maximov is looking to take a break and control but Harrison is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Maximov is trying to work for a kimura but Harrison is defending well.
Harrison tries to roll over but Maximov keeps him under control.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Maximov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB#
Maximov seems to be working for a kimura but Harrison defends the submission attempt.
Maximov wants to pass to mount but Harrison is defending the position.
Maximov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Maximov connects with a nice short shot to Harrison's temple. #SUB#
Maximov looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Harrison really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Maximov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3#
Maximov trying to control from half guard but Harrison is working away.
Maximov trying to pass the guard but Harrison defending well.
Harrison is refusing to be controlled, as Maximov sits in half guard.
Maximov is thwarting Harrison's attempts to control the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Maximov is working for a kimura but Harrison is defending it quite comfortably.
Maximov tries to pass to full mount but Harrison defends it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Maximov with a lazy takedown attempt
and Harrison counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Maximov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maximov misses with a takedown attempt - Harrison sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Harrison throws a low kick but Maximov moves out of range easily.
Maximov shoots in for a takedown but Harrison shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Maximov.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dan Harrison will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Maximov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Harrison scores with a hook to the body. Maximov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Maximov goes for a double leg but Harrison avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Harrison continues to drive forward.
Harrison throws a nice inside leg kick.
Maximov shoots in and drives through. Harrison sprawls well.
Harrison scores with a body shot.
Ivan Maximov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harrison scores with a jab.
Maximov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Ivan Maximov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Harrison connects with a solid leg kick.
Harrison uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Harrison connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Maximov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Harrison swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ivan Maximov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Maximov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Harrison fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Maximov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Harrison walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Maximov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Harrison has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Maximov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Maximov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Harrison connects with a jab.#ROC2#
Maximov is rocked!#CUT2#
Ivan Maximov's cut is getting worse.#T1#
Harrison drops Maximov with a big left hand! Maximov is injured, injured bad! Harrison jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dan Harrison!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 638 Round 2
Date: Jun 14, 2016 |
#R1##TD#
Maximov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Maximov lands in his opponent's guard.
Maximov won't allow Johnson to sweep him here. #SU#
Maximov gets to his feet. Johnson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD#
Maximov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maximov controlling from side mount.
Johnson tries to buck Maximov off but Maximov is having none of it.
Johnson struggling a bit here.
Johnson takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maximov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working. #T1#
Johnson struggling a bit here.
Maximov trying to control the position but Johnson is working away. #SUB#
Maximov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Johnson tries to buck Maximov off but Maximov is having none of it.
Maximov landing a few strikes.
Johnson is trying to improve his position.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Maximov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Maximov in side control lands a decent elbow.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Johnson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Maximov wants to stand but Johnson has his arm trapped.
Johnson prevents Maximov from improving position. #T3##SU#
Maximov decides to stand back up. Maximov steps back and let's Johnson get back to his feet.#CL#
Maximov drives through and clinches with Johnson against the cage.
Johnson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Maximov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Johnson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Maximov after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Maximov lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Maximov tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Johnson.
Johnson is not content to let Maximov control the position.
Johnson tries to roll over but Maximov keeps him under control.#T4#
Maximov blocks the strikes from Johnson.
Maximov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Johnson wants to sweep but Maximov has passed to side control!
Maximov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Johnson manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maximov is nestled in close to Johnson, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Johnson tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Maximov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Maximov dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
No luck for Johnson with that takedown attempt.
Johnson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Maximov pinned against the cage. Maximov gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Maximov throws a right and a left that Johnson avoids nicely. #TD#
Maximov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Johnson's guard.
Johnson looking to control but Maximov passes into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Johnson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson trying to keep a closed guard but Maximov is proving a slippery customer.
Maximov trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Johnson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Maximov is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Johnson is striking off his back. Maximov thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard.
Johnson gets full guard.
Maximov looking to pass the guard.
Maximov lands a couple of digs.
Maximov stops Johnson from standing up.
Johnson is trying to keep Maximov in close.
#SUB2#
Johnson working for submissions but it's allowed Maximov to get to half guard.
Johnson is breathing heavily.
Johnson wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
Maximov working Johnson over with strikes.
Johnson is pressing down on Maximov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SU#
Maximov gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Johnson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Maximov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Ivan Maximov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Drake Johnson.
Johnson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Maximov.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Johnson is defended easily by Maximov.#TD#
Maximov shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Johnson is trying to defend but Maximov finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#T3##SUB2#
Johnson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Still in half guard, Maximov seems content to control.
Maximov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Johnson is trying desperately to improve position.
Maximov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Maximov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Johnson is looking to escape.
Maximov lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Maximov trying to control but Johnson is having none of it.
Maximov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Johnson looks a forlorn figure.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Maximov content just to control the position here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ivan Maximov dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Some wild striking there from Maximov.
Maximov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Maximov.
Johnson can't do much from the bottom here.
Johnson is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ivan Maximov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Maximov wants to stand but Johnson has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now.
Maximov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Johnson can do to turn this around?
Maximov 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#
Maximov prevents Johnson from improving his position.
Johnson is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Maximov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Maximov's back!
Johnson gets his hands free as Maximov looks to control.
Maximov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Maximov preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Johnson.
Johnson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Maximov rolls, trying to escape but Johnson keeps control of the position.
#T2##SUB2#
Maximov showing good submission defense here.
Maximov tries to roll but Johnson sticks to his back.
#SUB2#
Maximov is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Johnson gets his way!
#SUB2#
Johnson tightening his grip on Maximov, looking for the choke.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Maximov looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Maximov trying to get back to his feet but Johnson is in full control for now. #T3##SUB2#
Johnson is persistently looking for the submission but Maximov is defending it well.
Maximov tries to escape but Johnson has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Maximov prevents Johnson from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Johnson is persistently looking for the submission but Maximov is defending it well.
Johnson doesn't have the hooks in and Maximov manages to turn into his guard.
#T4#
Maximov is looking to stand up but Johnson won't let him.
Maximov trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Johnson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Maximov trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Maximov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Drake Johnson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ivan Maximov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Drake Johnson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Maximov 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight for Ivan Maximov!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Ivan Maximov!
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight for Ivan Maximov!
Ivan Maximov wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
QFC Tournament 638 Round 1
Date: Jun 13, 2016 |
#R1#
Veenis will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A combination from Maximov does no damage. #TD2#
Maximov shoots in and gets a takedown into Veenis's guard.
Veenis wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Maximov manages to pass to side control.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#REVR#
Maximov is trying to control the action in half guard but Veenis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Veenis trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
#SUB2#
Maximov is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Maximov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ivan Maximov!
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