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Event: GPG: 48     
Date:   Sep 29, 2018
#R1#
Markovic shoots and misses
and Umarov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Markovic fails to land with a series of punches.
Markovic throws a body punch but Umarov moves out of range.
Markovic misses with an uppercut
and Umarov counters with a stiff right hand.
Markovic misses the shot to the body.
Markovic misses with a body shot.
Tim Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Markovic shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Umarov manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Umarov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Markovic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Markovic throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Markovic controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Markovic's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Markovic stops Umarov from standing up.
Markovic content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Markovic wants to control from the top but Umarov keeps moving.
Markovic wants to pass the guard but Umarov is keeping the position.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Umarov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Umarov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
We've been hearing that Umarov has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Markovic tries to get to full guard but Umarov has control of the leg.
Markovic is trying to control but can't.
Markovic is trying to control but Umarov manages to pass to mount! #T3#
Umarov avoids the attempt from Markovic to control.
Markovic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Markovic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Umarov controlling the position easily from mount.
Markovic is trying to escape the mount. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Umarov avoids the attempt from Markovic to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Markovic tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Umarov content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Markovic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Timur Umarov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Umarov lands a really nice looking cross but Markovic seems unphased.
Umarov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Markovic misses with a hook #TD#
and Umarov counters with a single leg into guard. Markovic didn't expect that.
Umarov trying to control the position from guard on top but Markovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Markovic is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Markovic tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Markovic is looking for a triangle here but Umarov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Markovic regains half guard.#T1#
Umarov trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Markovic actively working from the bottom here.
Umarov is controlling the pace.
Timur Umarov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Markovic tries to roll over but Umarov 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.
Umarov controlling the pace.
Umarov wants to control but Markovic is keeping him busy.
Markovic is concentrating on defense, preventing Umarov from advancing position.
Markovic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Umarov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Markovic.
Markovic throws a hook but Umarov blocks it.#T3#
Markovic looks to land a right hand but Umarov moved out of range.
Umarov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Markovic can pounce on him.
Markovic lands a front kick.
Markovic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Markovic darts in looking for a takedown but Umarov gets double underhooks and turns Markovic into the cage.
Markovic is trying hard to land a takedown here. Umarov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Umarov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Markovic pinned against the cage. Markovic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Markovic misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Markovic throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Umarov counters with a nice body shot.
Markovic swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Umarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Umarov scores with a body shot.
Markovic just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic swings for the body but Umarov moves out of range.
Markovic with a hook.
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!
Umarov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Markovic misses with a body shot
and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Markovic just misses with a punch to the body.
Umarov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Markovic.
Markovic looks to throw the jab but Umarov is out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Umarov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Markovic tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Umarov is in Markovic's guard.
Umarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Markovic managing to control the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Timur Umarov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Markovic lands a head shot.
A swing and a miss from Umarov.
Markovic fails to land with a series of punches.
Markovic is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Umarov rather than just go for the knockout.
Umarov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Umarov dives in and grabs Markovic's left leg, looking for a takedown. Markovic pushes down on Umarov's head and hops out.
Markovic shoots in looking for a takedown but Umarov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Markovic's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Markovic lands a two punch combo.
Markovic throws an off balance right hand
and Umarov counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Markovic scores with a punch to the head.
Markovic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Timur Umarov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Markovic, right into the meat.
A telegraphed right hand from Markovic misses the target.
Markovic throws a series of punches but Umarov moves out of range.
Markovic lands with a shot to the body.
Umarov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Markovic scores with a hook.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Markovic, right into the meat.
Umarov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T2#
Umarov misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Markovic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic scores with a kick to the midsection.
Markovic misses with a low kick. #TD2#
Markovic shoots in and gets a takedown into Umarov's guard.
Umarov keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
Markovic postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Markovic wants to control from the top but Umarov keeps moving.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Markovic. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Markovic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3#
Umarov keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Markovic drops back, looking for a kneebar! Umarov looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Umarov looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Umarov! #REVR#
Markovic tries to bench press Umarov off him but Umarov keeps the position. #T4#
Markovic manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Markovic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Markovic is pressing down on Umarov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Umarov passes into half guard.
Timur Umarov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Markovic is staying active underneath Umarov, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Umarov prevents Markovic from improving his position.
Markovic gets back to full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Markovic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Umarov 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Timur Umarov!

During a confident post fight interview, Timur Umarov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

 

Event: GPG: 43     
Date:   Aug 18, 2018
#R1#
Horn throws a sloppy head kick and Markovic moves out of range easily.
We've been informed that Horn has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Markovic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Horn keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic connects with a body shot.
Horn misses with a head kick.
Markovic throws a big counter combination but Horn scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Markovic avoids the head kick by Horn.
Markovic will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A telegraphed right hand from Horn misses the target.
Horn takes a swing at Markovic's ribcage but misses.
Markovic shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Horn defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Horn throws a right hand that misses
and Markovic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Horn throws a looping overhand right but Markovic ducks down to avoid it. #T1#
Markovic misses with a hook to the body
and Markovic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Markovic ducks right into an uppercut from Horn.
Markovic lands a jab.
Markovic sizes up Horn with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Markovic fails with a takedown attempt.
Markovic misses the jab.
Markovic looks to land a combination but Horn avoids it well.
Horn throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Markovic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Horn throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Horn walks into a straight right hand from Markovic.
Markovic misses with a few strikes there.
Horn tries to counter by closing the distance.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Horn is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Horn lands a jab to the nose.
Markovic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Horn finds it's way round the side to connect with Markovic's head. #ROC2#
Markovic is rocked!
Jon Horn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Horn throws an overhand right that has Markovic reeling! Horn follows up with more punches and Markovic is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jon Horn!

 

Event: GPG 38     
Date:   Jun 16, 2018
#R1#
Taylor throws the left hand but Markovic avoids the punch easily.
Markovic's corner calls for a 1-2. Markovic obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Markovic with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Taylor counters with a nice double leg into side control. Markovic won't be happy with that.
Taylor in side control, throwing shots but Markovic defends.
Taylor working the head with strikes.
Markovic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Taylor wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Markovic is not content to let Taylor control the position.
Taylor tries to score with some ground and pound. Markovic controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic is trying to improve his position.
Taylor landing a few strikes. #T1#
Taylor lands some shots froms side control.
Markovic dodges the ground and pound from Taylor .
Markovic wants to control but Taylor postures up.
Taylor has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Markovic taking punishment in the form of punches.
Markovic struggling a bit here.
Taylor throwing strikes but Markovic manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #SUB#
Markovic goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Taylor has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Markovic but great work by Taylor .
My spies in Just Scrap MMA and BJJ inform me that Taylor has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Taylor lands a decent elbow from side control.
Taylor working the ground and pound. #ROC2#
Markovic is rocked!
Taylor is chipping away with strikes.
Oh Markovic is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Markovic tries to buck Taylor off but Taylor is having none of it.#T2#
Taylor throws an elbow but Markovic slips to the side and avoids it well.
Markovic seems to have got his legs back now.
Taylor controls the position.
Taylor working the ground and pound from side control.
Taylor working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Taylor lands a decent elbow from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Markovic is not content to let Taylor control the position.
Markovic on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Taylor scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Markovic to see if he's OK.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Markovic can't do much from the bottom here.
Markovic sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T3#
Taylor with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Taylor looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Markovic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Taylor is trying to control the action in half guard but Markovic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Markovic looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Taylor 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.
Taylor sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Markovic defending well though.
Taylor working the head and body with strikes.
Taylor is thwarting Markovic's attempts to control the position.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Markovic blocking the ground and pound attempt from Taylor .
Taylor thows a huge punch but Markovic dodges it nicely.
Markovic wants to control the action here but instead Taylor manages to pass to full mount!
Markovic wants to control but Taylor is having none of it.
Taylor controlling from mount.
Markovic tries to lock up and control but Taylor gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Markovic in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Taylor scoring with strikes but Markovic is staying in there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Taylor dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Taylor was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
A countering left hand to the body from Taylor misses.
Taylor misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Markovic.
Taylor takes a swing at Markovic's ribcage but misses.
Markovic misses with a body punch
and Taylor counters with a left to the body.
No luck for Markovic with that takedown attempt.
Markovic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sloppy strikes from Markovic. Those never looked like landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Taylor swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A shot to the body from Markovic misses
and Taylor cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Markovic throws a hook but Taylor avoids it easily.
Markovic missing with a left hand there. Taylor was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Taylor looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Markovic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Taylor connects with a right hand. Markovic shakes it off.
Markovic slips under a jab.
Markovic appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Markovic tries to land a leg kick but Taylor saw it coming and moves away.
Taylor drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Markovic defends it well.
Markovic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Taylor .
Taylor walks into a jab.
Taylor connects with a body shot that sends Markovic's belly button to the back.
Markovic misses with a head kick.
Taylor throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Markovic throws a sloppy head kick and Taylor moves out of range easily.
Taylor steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Markovic.
A jab from Taylor misses.
Taylor has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Taylor comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Markovic fails with a takedown attempt.
Taylor let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Taylor misses the target.
Markovic misses with an uppercut. Taylor saw that one coming.
Taylor with the counter takedown but Markovic avoids it easily.
Markovic misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Taylor counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic trying to control but Taylor postures up.
Taylor not doing much here.
Taylor has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Taylor fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there! #T3#
Taylor lands a big shot there that rocks Markovic but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Markovic is trying to escape the mount.
Markovic regains half guard.
Taylor is trying to control the action in half guard but Markovic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Markovic wants to improve his position but Taylor is controlling well.
Markovic is controlling Taylor 's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Markovic is looking for a sweep. Taylor is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Markovic taking some punishment here, with Taylor in his half guard.
Markovic tries to roll over but Taylor keeps him under control.
Taylor trying to control the action but Markovic is working from the bottom.
Taylor not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Taylor looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Markovic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Taylor trying to control from half guard but Markovic is working away.
Markovic has hold of Taylor 's hands but Taylor slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David Taylor showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Markovic throws a jab when Taylor was well out of range.
Markovic swings for the body but Taylor moves out of range.
David Taylor seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Markovic pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Taylor tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Markovic changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Taylor tries to avoid it but Markovic manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Taylor to the ground. Taylor escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
No joy there for Markovic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Markovic throws a head kick but Taylor moves out of range.
Taylor lands a slapping body shot.
Taylor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic.
Markovic misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Taylor manages to avoid it.
And Taylor tries to counter it with a takedown but Markovic pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Markovic stuns Taylor with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Taylor connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice body punch from Taylor .
Taylor uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tim Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Taylor misses the shot to the body.
Taylor takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Taylor circles away from the clinch attempt.
Taylor ducks under a wild hook from Markovic.
Taylor with the counter takedown but Markovic avoids it easily.
Markovic misses with a straight right.
Markovic throws a head kick but Taylor moves out of range.
Taylor feints the counter takedown.
A big left from Markovic misses.
Taylor uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Markovic.
Taylor let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Markovic misses with a looping right.
Taylor now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Taylor works Markovic's body with a nice hook.
A jab from Markovic misses.
Taylor changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Taylor misses with a body shot. #T2#
Markovic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Taylor sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Taylor throws a lazy right hand but Markovic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Markovic moves away from the strike by Taylor .
Taylor stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Taylor wants it to stay on the feet.
Markovic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Taylor manages to avoid it.
Markovic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Markovic lands with an overhand left.
Taylor takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Taylor cracks Markovic with a right hand to the side of the head.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Horrible takedown attempt by Markovic or perhaps it was just good defense by Taylor , which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Markovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Markovic avoids the body shot from Taylor . #T3#
Markovic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Taylor takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Taylor swings for the body but Markovic moves out of range.
Markovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Taylor defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Markovic.
Taylor avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Markovic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Taylor .
Taylor punishes Markovic's body with a nice straight punch.
Taylor lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Markovic throws a head kick but Taylor moves out of range.
Markovic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Markovic throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Taylor counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Markovic! #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Taylor wants to lay and pray for a moment but Markovic keeps working.
Taylor is putting a hurting on Markovic here, landing some big shots from side control.
Taylor cracks Markovic with a big right hand but Markovic just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Taylor scores with a couple of short elbows.
Taylor looks up at the clock and then as Markovic takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Taylor smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Taylor throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Markovic is not content to let Taylor control the position.
Taylor working the body and head with strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to David Taylor .
I've got Taylor 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David Taylor !

 

Event: GPG 31     
Date:   Apr 28, 2018
#R1#
Markovic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kane doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kane jabs Markovic to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Markovic misses with a body kick.
Kane steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Markovic.
Tim Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kane has a takedown stuffed.
Markovic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kane as he avoids it easily.
Kane takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD2#
Kane scores with a takedown into Markovic's guard.
Markovic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kane sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Markovic's guard.
Kane has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Kane throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier. #T1#
Kane tries to control but Markovic wriggling away.
Markovic is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kane has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kane putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kane controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Kane is working for a guillotine from mount but Markovic frees his head quite easily. #SUB2#
Kane swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Markovic is now in Kane's guard. A big mistake from Kane there, giving up the dominant position!
Markovic wants to control from the top but Kane keeps moving. #T2#
Kane is pulling down on Markovic's head. It's preventing any offense from Markovic, at least for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kane is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Markovic is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Kane looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Markovic scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Kane throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Markovic escapes and throws Kane's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kane tries to buck Markovic off but Markovic is having none of it.#T3#
Markovic creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kane sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Markovic is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kane has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Markovic goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Kane has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Markovic but great work by Kane.
Markovic prevents Kane from moving into mount.
Markovic struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Markovic tries to bench press Kane off him but Kane keeps the position.
Markovic is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Markovic tries to buck Kane off but Kane is having none of it.#T4##SUB2#
Kane is trying to get an arm triangle but Markovic is defending well. #SUB2#
Kane working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Markovic prevents Kane from moving into mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Kane is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Markovic knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kane misses with the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Boris Kane dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Markovic.
Kane doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Markovic circles away from the clinch attempt.
A left lands for Kane.
Kane fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Markovic checks it well.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Kane sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Markovic swings widly with a right hand
and Kane counters with a leg kick.
Markovic keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Markovic has Kane up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kane gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Markovic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic wants to control the position but Kane says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T1#
Kane seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Markovic does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boris Kane has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kane is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Markovic is pressing down on Kane's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Markovic looking to control.
Kane showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Markovic is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kane defends well.
Markovic manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kane manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T2#
Kane is trying to keep Markovic in close.
Markovic trying to control but Kane is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kane looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Markovic looking to sit in guard and control but Kane gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Markovic has control of Kane's left arm, preventing Kane from doing any damage. #T3#
Kane engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Markovic wants to sweep here but Kane controlling him for the moment.
Kane postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Markovic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kane trying to control the position from guard on top but Markovic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Markovic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kane.
Markovic is trying to hold Kane in close to prevent damage but Kane has managed to pass into half guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kane is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kane thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Markovic's head.
Kane wants to free his trapped foot but Markovic is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kane prevents Markovic from improving his position.
Markovic moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Markovic avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
My spies in Big dawg inform me that Kane has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Markovic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Markovic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Boris Kane will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Markovic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kane.
A nice side step and Kane releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kane takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Markovic misses with a body shot
and Kane makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Markovic misses with a low kick.
Kane tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Markovic is able to avoid easily.
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Markovic scores with a nice right hand.
Kane on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kane stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic throws the left hand but Kane avoids the punch easily.
Markovic throws a body shot but no joy.
Kane tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Markovic throws an off balance right hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL2#
Kane pushes Markovic up against the cage in a clinch.#T1##TD2#
Kane jumps guard and drags Markovic to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Kane has his hands on Markovic's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Kane throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Markovic escapes and throws Kane's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kane tries to improve position but can't.
Markovic in side control lands a decent elbow.
Kane seems a little lost for a moment, as Markovic dominates the positioning.
Kane taking punishment in the form of punches. #T2#
Markovic moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Kane is looking for a sweep.
Kane keeps trying to improve his position.
Markovic scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kane to see if he's OK.
Kane is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Markovic tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Markovic has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Markovic goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kane rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Markovic's guard! Nice work there by Kane!
Markovic might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T3#
Kane is working Markovic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB#
Markovic looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kane trying to move into half guard but instead Markovic has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Markovic trying to control but Kane is working from the bottom.
Markovic has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kane controlling Markovic's posture.
Boris Kane is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Markovic accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Markovic wants to control from the top but Kane keeps moving.
Kane is trying to keep Markovic in close.
Kane keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Kane looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Markovic is defending well. Kane quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Markovic has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kane celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Boris Kane!
After the fight, Boris Kane was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

 

Event: PFF 27w Huang vs Kneecap     
Date:   Apr 04, 2018
#R1#
A jab from Gattuso misses.
Markovic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Markovic throws a right and a left that Gattuso avoids nicely.
Gattuso has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Francesco Gattuso seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gattuso uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Markovic.
Gattuso keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Markovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gattuso cracks Markovic with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A swing and a miss from Markovic.
Markovic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Gattuso tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Markovic was well out of range. Poor timing from Gattuso.
Gattuso ducks right into an uppercut from Markovic.
Markovic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gattuso was well out of range. Poor timing from Markovic.
Gattuso checks the leg kick nicely there.
Markovic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gattuso looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD#
Gattuso gets caught flat footed, as Markovic shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Markovic thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Markovic throwing strikes from guard but Gattuso blocks nicely. #T1#
Markovic wants to control from the top but Gattuso keeps moving.
Markovic slips nicely into half guard.
Markovic not doing much here.
Markovic has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB#
Markovic seems to be looking for submissions. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Gattuso is trying to maintain the position but Markovic is very close to passing his half guard.
Gattuso controlling the position for now.
Markovic is looking to take a break and control but Gattuso is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Markovic performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Gattuso is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Markovic wants to control but Gattuso is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Gattuso tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice straight punches there by Gattuso. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gattuso.
Gattuso lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Gattuso jabbing away but nothing is landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Markovic misses the target.
No joy there for Markovic, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Markovic misses with an uppercut.
Gattuso misses with a body shot.
Markovic feinted with a counter takedown.
Markovic shoots for a takedown but Gattuso saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Nice straight punches there by Gattuso. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gattuso.
Gattuso tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Markovic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gattuso misses with a body shot.
Gattuso looks to land a right hand but Markovic moved out of range.
Markovic is looking for a counter combo.
Gattuso throws a hook to the side of Markovic's head but Markovic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Markovic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gattuso throws a body shot but no joy.
A quick step to the side and Markovic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gattuso keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Markovic misses the jab.
Markovic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gattuso.
Markovic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gattuso lands with a straight right. Markovic didn't see that one coming.
Gattuso just misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic slips a straight right by Gattuso.
Markovic lands with a shot to the body.
Gattuso slips a straight right by Markovic.
Markovic misses with a hook.
A big right from Markovic misses. #CL2#
Gattuso clinches with his opponent.
Markovic wants to stall.
Gattuso pushes Markovic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Markovic.
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 Tim Markovic 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.
#R2#
A big right from Markovic misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gattuso. Markovic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Markovic looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Gattuso is fending him off so far but Markovic persists. Nope, Gattuso circles away and we're back to standing.
Markovic attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Gattuso misses with a hook. Markovic ducked under it nicely.
Markovic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A left lands for Gattuso.
Markovic buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Gattuso scores with a jab to the body.
Markovic connects with a nice looking jab.
Markovic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Gattuso throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Markovic tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gattuso swivels and escapes.
Markovic throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Markovic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gattuso connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic looks to land a combination but Gattuso avoids it well.
Markovic circles away from the clinch attempt. #T1#
Markovic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Gattuso circles away quickly and effectively.
A slow jab from Gattuso misses its intended target.
Markovic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gattuso displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Markovic throws out the jab.
Gattuso's corner calls for a 1-2. Gattuso obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Markovic closes the distance and clinches up with Gattuso, looking for a takedown. Markovic pushes Gattuso against the cage but Gattuso circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Gattuso swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tim Markovic. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Gattuso sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Francesco Gattuso is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Markovic tries to bum rush Gattuso with a series of wild strikes but Gattuso uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Francesco Gattuso seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Markovic misses the shot to the body.
Markovic is looking to chop away at Gattuso's legs.
Gattuso slips under a jab from Markovic.
Markovic looks to land a right hand but Gattuso moved out of range.
Markovic lands a nice hook to Gattuso's body. Gattuso takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gattuso tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Gattuso throws a shot from downtown. Markovic moves away and avoids it.
Gattuso blocks a jab.
Gattuso moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2##TD#
Gattuso gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gattuso wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Markovic trying to control the position from guard on top but Gattuso is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Markovic controlling from the top position.
Gattuso keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Markovic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gattuso swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Markovic works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Markovic trying to control the action but Gattuso is working from the bottom.
Gattuso is looking to improve his position.
Markovic not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Markovic trying to control from half guard but Gattuso is working away. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Markovic is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Gattuso defends it well.
Markovic seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Gattuso really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Markovic. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Gattuso is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sloppy strikes from Markovic. Those never looked like landing.
Gattuso digs a good hook to Markovic's body.
Markovic misses with a hook. Gattuso ducked under it nicely.
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 Tim Markovic will probably get the nod.
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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Markovic scores with a nice strike.
Markovic keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Markovic scores with a nice head shot.
Gattuso misses the jab.
Gattuso loads up on a big right hand but Markovic slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from Markovic misses its target.
Markovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Markovic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Markovic tries to bum rush Gattuso with a series of wild strikes but Gattuso uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Markovic takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Gattuso swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Markovic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Gattuso ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Markovic moves away.
Gattuso moves away from the strike by Markovic.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Markovic tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gattuso defends well and Markovic ends up having to push Gattuso into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Markovic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Markovic misses with an uppercut.
Markovic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Gattuso avoids the body shot from Markovic.
Markovic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Markovic swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Gattuso swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gattuso misses with a jab, cross combination.
Markovic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Markovic looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gattuso loads up on a big right hand but Markovic slips the punch.
Gattuso looks to score with a jab to the body but Markovic is just out of range.
A swing and a miss from Markovic.
Gattuso lunges at Markovic with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Markovic's hand.
Markovic looks to land a right hand but Gattuso moved out of range.
Gattuso displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Markovic.
Francesco Gattuso has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Gattuso throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Markovic stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gattuso takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Markovic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Markovic punishes Gattuso's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gattuso scores with a body shot.
Gattuso throws a looping overhand right but Markovic ducks down to avoid it.
Markovic avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Markovic changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Gattuso lands a nice hook to Markovic's body. Markovic takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Markovic misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Gattuso fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gattuso slips under a jab from Markovic.#TD#
Markovic throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Gattuso was covering up waiting for the punch and Markovic finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Markovic wants to control from the top but Gattuso keeps moving. #T3#
Markovic stopping the sweep attempt from Gattuso.
Gattuso keeps trying to improve his position.
Markovic slips nicely into half guard.
Markovic takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Markovic seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Gattuso for as long as he can get away with.
Markovic seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Markovic takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
Markovic wants to work for an arm triangle but Gattuso is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Markovic is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Markovic seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gattuso does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Markovic performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Gattuso looking for submissions from an awkward position here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Markovic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Markovic, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 30:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Markovic!

 

Event: PFF 22 Steve vs Allen     
Date:   Feb 24, 2018
#R1#
Po lands a nice shot that snaps Markovic's head back.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Po sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've been hearing reports that Markovic has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Po keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Po lands a leg kick that knocks Markovic off balance momentarily.
Po stuns Markovic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Po dodges the punch combination from Markovic.
Po connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Markovic throws a sloppy head kick and Po moves out of range easily.
Po works the jab nicely.
Po just misses with a punch to the body.
Po bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Markovic's head backwards.
Po looks to throw the jab but Markovic is out of range.
Markovic misses with an attempted mid kick.
Po's coach down at Russian Bears Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Po's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markovic tries to move into range but Po moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Po looks to score with a jab to the body but Markovic is just out of range.
Markovic lands with a shot to the body.
Markovic throws a lazy right hand but Po sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tim Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Po moves forwards but Markovic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Markovic connects with a looping right hand.
Markovic connects with a right hand. Po shakes it off.#CL#
Markovic instigates a clinch.
Markovic has a couple of punches blocked by Po.
Po throws a punch but it's blocked by Markovic.
Po blocking some punches.
Markovic tries to work over Po's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Po gets through Markovic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Markovic misses with some punches.
Po misses with a hook from the clinch.
Po lands with a right to the head. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Po misses with a punch on the inside.
Po tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Markovic is trying to maintain a safe position but Po gets an underhook and turns Markovic into the cage.
Po swings wildly with an uppercut but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Markovic avoiding damage.
Po lands a hook to the side of the head.
Po swings wildly with an uppercut but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Po scores with a shoulder strike.
Markovic working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Po.
Po pushes Markovic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters up against the cage, Markovic throws an elbow but misses.
Po gets through Markovic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Markovic tries to work over Po's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Po.
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Po.
Po lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Markovic.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Po lands a nice uppercut.
Po scores with a shot to the side of Markovic's head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Po.
Po lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Markovic backwards.
Po lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Markovic is rocked!
Markovic works on Po's body with a couple of short punches.
Oh Markovic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Po swings wildly with an uppercut but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Po working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Markovic trying to stall but Po improves his position.
Markovic seems to have got his legs back now.
Po scores with a shoulder strike.
Markovic taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Po lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Po works on Markovic's body with a couple of short punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Markovic avoiding damage.
Still in the clinch, Po scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Po pushes Markovic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Po.
Po gets through Markovic's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Markovic tries a body shot but Po blocks it.
Po pushes Markovic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Po lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Markovic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A short right from Markovic on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Po.
Po misses with a short punch on the inside.
Po lands a big right hand that drops Markovic! The killer instinct kicks in and Po finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Po!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kung Po!
A very excited looking Kung Po rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

 

Event: PFF 14w Chavez vs Kane     
Date:   Jan 03, 2018
#R1#
Reid misses with a hook. Markovic ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Markovic misses the target.#CL#
Markovic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Reid, pushing him back against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Markovic.
Markovic taking a breather.
Markovic tries to throw a body punch but Reid avoids it by throwing Markovic back against the cage.
Reid effectively controlling the action here.
Reid lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Markovic dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Markovic avoiding damage as Reid throws knees to the body.
Markovic is pushing Reid up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic taking a breather.
Markovic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Reid backwards. #TD2#
Reid pulls guard. #T1#
Markovic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Reid swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Reid keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully.
We've been hearing good reports from Markovic's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Markovic looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Reid tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Reid keeping moving, preventing Markovic from controlling successfully. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Markovic is looking to advance position but Reid has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Markovic wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Reid.
Reid trying to control but Markovic is having none of it.
Markovic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Reid looking to control but Markovic is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Reid controlling from the full mount. #T3#
Markovic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Reid is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Markovic tries to lock up and control but Reid gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Markovic is trying desperately to improve position.
Reid postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Markovic looks a forlorn figure.
Reid breaks from Markovic's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T4#
Markovic is looking to get to half guard.
Reid avoids the attempt from Markovic to control.
Reid wants to control the pace but Markovic is squirming around nicely.
Markovic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Markovic is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Markovic is squirming around, avoiding Reid's attempts to control the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Brent Reid dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
A big left from Reid misses. #CL#
Markovic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Reid misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Markovic.
Markovic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Reid blocks an uppercut.
Markovic presses Reid against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Reid fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Reid is trying to pull guard but Markovic has him pressed against the cage.
Markovic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Reid or not.
Markovic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Reid has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Markovic lands a nice shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic avoiding damage as Reid throws knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Markovic.
Markovic tries a body shot but Reid blocks it.
Markovic managing to block the knees to the body from Reid.
Markovic stalls. #T1#
Markovic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Reid tries for a takedown. No joy.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Markovic is looking to control Reid's arms but Reid gets an underhook and turns him. Now Markovic has his back to the cage.
Reid lands a nice shot to the body.
Reid throws a head punch that misses.
Markovic trying to stall but Reid improves his position.
Markovic will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Reid up against the cage.
Markovic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Markovic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Markovic is trying to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Reid fails to land. #T2#
Markovic misses with a body punch.
Markovic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Markovic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Reid goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Markovic pushes Reid back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Reid struggles to land a body shot inside as Markovic controls his hands.
Reid tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Markovic's elbow.
Markovic misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Reid.
A bit of stalling here from Reid.
Reid blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Reid tries to work over Markovic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Reid working aggressively here.
Markovic misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Markovic on the inside.
Reid is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Markovic gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Tim Markovic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brent Reid.#T3#
Markovic can't find room to land a body shot as Reid controls the action.
Reid lands a shoulder strike.
Reid tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Reid back against the cage.
Reid blocks an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Markovic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Reid lands a right hand that snaps the head of Markovic backwards.
Markovic's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Reid swings wildly with an uppercut but Markovic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Markovic throws a head punch that misses.
Markovic presses Reid against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Reid misses with a hook to the ribs.
Reid tries to throw a body punch but Markovic avoids it by throwing Reid back against the cage. #T4#
Reid pushes Markovic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Markovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Reid tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Markovic's elbow.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Still in the clinch, Markovic scores with a nice short uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Reid.
Reid working aggressively here.
Reid will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Markovic up against the cage.
Reid tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Markovic smiles and moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Markovic takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Markovic dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Reid misses with a hook
and Markovic counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Reid is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!#CL#
Markovic moves into the clinch.
Reid is still on wobbly legs! Can Markovic finish him?
Markovic pushes Reid against the cage. Markovic is working some dirty boxing. Markovic pushes off with a quick right hook! Reid goes down! Reid tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Markovic moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Tim Markovic!

 

Event: PFF 12W - Montgomery vs Gagnon     
Date:   Dec 20, 2017
#R1#
Targaryen tries to clinch up.#CL#
Markovic clinches.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Targaryen looking to stall.
Markovic lands a hook to the side of the head.
A bit of stalling here from Markovic.
Targaryen trying to stall but Markovic improves his position.
Markovic misses with some punches.
Markovic looking to stall.
Markovic being controlled against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Targaryen tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.
Targaryen throws a nice head kick! #CL#
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Targaryen in a clinch. #T1#
Targaryen is trying to stall.
Targaryen looking to slow down the pace here.#BC#
Markovic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Targaryen in a clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Targaryen - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Markovic displaying some good clinch control by pressing Targaryen up against the cage.
Markovic has Targaryen pushed against the cage.
Targaryen stalling in the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Targaryen is trying to force a seperation but Markovic has the dominant position.
Markovic looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Targaryen misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Targaryen manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
The referee is keeping an eye on Markovic - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Targaryen is looking to control Markovic's arms but Markovic gets an underhook and turns him. Now Targaryen has his back to the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.#CL#
Markovic clinches up with Targaryen and pushes him back against the cage.
Targaryen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Targaryen trying to stall but Markovic improves his position.
Markovic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Targaryen looking to stall.
Markovic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Markovic with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Markovic misses with a punch to the body.
Markovic is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Targaryen looking to stall.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Targaryen.#T3##BC2#
Targaryen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tim Markovic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Markovic throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Markovic pushes Targaryen up against the cage in a clinch.
Targaryen is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Targaryen manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Targaryen fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Markovic, pushing him back against the cage.
Targaryen effectively controlling the action here.
Markovic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Targaryen is trying to maintain a safe position but Markovic gets an underhook and turns Targaryen into the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.
Targaryen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Targaryen unleashes a big counter combination but Markovic bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL#
Markovic closes the distance and pushes Targaryen back into the cage.#T4#
Markovic throws a punch but it's blocked by Targaryen.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Targaryen will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Markovic up against the cage.
Markovic effectively controlling the action here.
Targaryen effectively controlling the action here.
Markovic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Targaryen letting Markovic take a breather here.
Targaryen looking to slow down the pace here.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Markovic.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Targaryen misses with a punch to the body.
Targaryen tries a body shot but Markovic blocks it.
Markovic stalling.
Targaryen stalling in the clinch but Markovic improves position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Markovic dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Markovic drives through and clinches with Targaryen against the cage.
Markovic scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Targaryen.
Targaryen stalling the fight.
Targaryen stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Targaryen continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Markovic stalling the fight.
Targaryen stalls.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.
Markovic wants to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Targaryen's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Markovic darts in and clinches Targaryen up against the cage.
Targaryen tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #BC2#
Targaryen breaks from the clinch. #T1#
Markovic tries to clinch but Targaryen is having none of it.
Targaryen tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Markovic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Markovic tries to clinch there but Targaryen circles away.
Markovic lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Markovic rushes Targaryen and presses him up against the cage.
The referee calls for Targaryen to work.
Targaryen trying to stall but Markovic improves his position.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Markovic holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tim Markovic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Markovic.
Markovic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Targaryen is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Markovic lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Markovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Targaryen letting Markovic take a breather here.
Markovic working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Targaryen escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Markovic closes the distance and clinches.
Markovic lands with a right to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Markovic pressing his opponent against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Markovic as Targaryen tries to tie him up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Markovic has Targaryen pressed against the cage.
Come on Targaryen - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Targaryen taking a breather.
Markovic has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.#T3#
Markovic lands a nice uppercut.#BC2#
Targaryen pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Targaryen in a clinch.
Markovic displaying some good clinch control by pressing Targaryen up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Markovic.
Markovic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Targaryens head.
Targaryen just leaning against Markovic, taking a breather. #BC#
Markovic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Markovic has Targaryen up against the cage in a clinch.
Markovic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Targaryen wants to stall.
Targaryen is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Markovic is keeping busy.
Markovic is struggling to control the position.#T4#
Targaryen lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Markovic.
Markovic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Targaryen misses with a punch to the body.
Targaryen tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Markovic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Targaryen backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Markovic stalling in the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Targaryen.
Targaryen tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.
Markovic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Targaryen swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Markovic rushes Targaryen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Targaryen prevents a body shot from Markovic.
A right hook to the body lands for Markovic.
Targaryen is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Targaryen is looking to break free of the clinch but Markovic has double underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Markovic dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Markovic has taken the fight to the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Targaryen taking a breather.
Markovic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Targaryen can do to turn this around?
Markovic is pushing Targaryen up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Targaryen misses with a punch to the body.
Targaryen is trying to maintain a safe position but Markovic gets an underhook and turns Targaryen into the cage.
Targaryen tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Markovic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Targaryen backwards.
Markovic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Targaryen backwards.
Markovic is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Targaryen is looking to control Markovic's arms but Markovic gets an underhook and turns him. Now Targaryen has his back to the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.
Targaryen swats away the attempt to clinch by Markovic.#T1##CL#
Markovic rushes Targaryen and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Markovic dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Targaryen tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Targaryen wants to stall.
Markovic will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Targaryen up against the cage.
Targaryen is trying to stall.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Markovic as Targaryen tries to tie him up.
Still in the clinch, Markovic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Markovic lands with a light punch inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #T2#
Targaryen is trying to maintain a safe position but Markovic gets an underhook and turns Targaryen into the cage.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Viserys Targaryen.
Targaryen circles away from the clinch attempt.
Targaryen throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Markovic fails in his attempt to clinch.
Viserys Targaryen is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Markovic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The fight stays on the outside here - Targaryen looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Targaryen tries a head kick but it misses.
Markovic fails with an attempt to clinch.
Markovic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Targaryen manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Markovic takes the fight into the clinch.
Markovic misses with a body punch. #T3##BC2#
Targaryen breaks the clinch.
Markovic doesn't manage to clinch there - Targaryen circles away. #CL#
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Targaryen in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Markovic fails to land.
Targaryen is looking to control Markovic's arms but Markovic gets an underhook and turns him. Now Targaryen has his back to the cage.
Markovic lands a body punch in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Markovic.
Markovic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Targaryen's elbow.
Markovic has Targaryen pushed against the cage.
Targaryen trying to control the position but instead, Markovic has worked for underhooks and has pushed Targaryen into the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Markovic lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Markovic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Targaryen looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Markovic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Markovic cracks Targaryen with a nice body shot.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Viserys Targaryen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Markovic takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Good body shot from Markovic.
Targaryen is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Markovic blocks a body shot from Targaryen.
Targaryen stalling.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Markovic taking a breather.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Markovic stalling against the cage.
Targaryen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Markovic's elbow.
Tim Markovic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Good body shot from Markovic.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Markovic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Markovic, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. 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 Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:27
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:27
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Markovic!

 

Event: PFF 8 - Steve vs Crusher     
Date:   Nov 18, 2017
#R1##CL2#
Markovic clinches with his opponent.
A body shot lands from Markovic.
Markovic scores with a shot to the side of Drago's head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Markovic controlling the action here for a moment.
Markovic avoiding damage.
Drago misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Markovic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Markovic presses Drago against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Markovic.
Markovic leaning against his opponent.
A short right from Markovic.
Markovic has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Drago seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Markovic can turn it around.
Markovic pushes Drago back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
Markovic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Markovic avoiding damage as Drago throws knees to the body.
Markovic displaying some good clinch control by pressing Drago up against the cage.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Markovic takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Drago missing with knees to the body.
Drago changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Markovic fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL2#
Markovic closes the distance and pushes Drago back into the cage.
Markovic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dragos head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Drago being controlled against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Markovic. #T2#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tim Markovic.#CL2#
Markovic drives through and clinches with Drago against the cage.
Markovic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Markovic scores with a hook to the body.
Markovic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Markovic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Markovic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Markovic gets through Drago's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC2#
Drago is rocked!
The referee calls for Markovic to work.
A short body shot lands from Markovic as the two fighters clinch.
Markovic digs a right hand underneath Drago's ribcage. Drago let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Drago tries to break free but Markovic pushes him back against the cage.
Markovic lands an uppercut.
Oh Drago is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Drago takes a shot to the head.
Drago wants to break free but Markovic has control.
Drago is trying to pull guard but Markovic has him pressed against the cage.#T3#
A shot in the inside from Markovic.
Markovic creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Drago with a big uppercut! Drago tries to clinch up but Markovic pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Drago to the mat! Drago covers up and Markovic unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Tim Markovic!

 

Event: Peterhof Fightfest 3     
Date:   Oct 14, 2017
#R1##KD2#
Antouro lands a big head kick that sends Markovic tumbling to the mat! Antouro takes a step backwards and waves Markovic back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Markovic is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Tim Markovic has been cut.
Markovic catches Antouro with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Oh Markovic is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Markovic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Markovic misses with a straight left.
Antouro knocks out Markovic with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Antouro before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Antouro picks up the big W with a huge KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mike Antouro!
Mike Antouro took some time post fight to say the following; 'I want to thank my family and my coaching team for all the support and help they have given me leading up to this fight, I can't do this without you guys, thank you!'.

 

Event: Bear Brawl 5     
Date:   Sep 09, 2017
#R1#
Sanders fails with a takedown attempt.#CL#
Sanders rushes Markovic and presses him up against the cage.
Sanders crunches a lovely knee into Markovic's ribcage.
Markovic is pushing Sanders up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sanders trying to land knees to the body.
Sanders putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Markovic in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic misses with a knee strike.
Markovic pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Markovic misses with an elbow strike.
Sanders tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Markovic just stands there and leans against the cage.
Markovic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Markovic breaks the clinch. #T1##CL2#
Markovic moves into range and clinches up with Sanders.
Markovic stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Markovic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Markovic avoiding damage as Sanders throws knees to the body.
Markovic scores with a hook to the body.#TD#
Sanders is trying to trip Markovic. He has hold of a leg but Markovic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Sanders persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Sanders is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Markovic trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Markovic has Sanders pulled in close to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Markovic is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Markovic has his foot on Sanders's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sanders works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Sanders working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Markovic's head.
Sanders has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Markovic scores with a nice shot.
Markovic is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Markovic is trying to keep Sanders in close.
Markovic lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Markovic trying to control but Sanders is working from the bottom.
Sanders keeping full guard, as Markovic tries to pass.
Sanders wants to sweep here but Markovic controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Markovic trying to control but Sanders is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sanders looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Markovic slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Markovic is continuing to stall.#SUB#
Sanders has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Markovic can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Sanders looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#CL2#
Markovic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sanders misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Markovic.
Markovic tries a knee to the head but Sanders blocks it.
Sanders looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Sanders looking to stall.
Markovic stalls.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sanders wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Markovic has him pressed against the cage.
Sanders tries to stall but Markovic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Tim Markovic will probably get the nod.
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.
#R2#
Sanders closes the distance and clinches up with Markovic, looking for a takedown. Sanders pushes Markovic against the cage but Markovic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sanders tries to clinch there but Markovic circles away. #CL2#
Markovic has Sanders up against the cage in a clinch.
Markovic content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Markovic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Markovic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Markovic lands an elbow inside that Sanders shrugs off. #CUT2#
It looks like Bailey Sanders has been cut.
Markovic has Sanders pushed against the cage.
Markovic lands a shot to the body.
Sanders is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Markovic is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic unloads a knee to the mid-section. Sanders lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Markovic looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Markovic tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Sanders tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Markovic avoids it.
Sanders tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Markovic avoids it.
Markovic slowing the pace effectively.
Sanders is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1##BC2#
Markovic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Markovic instigates a clinch.
Sanders tries to pull guard but Markovic forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Markovic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Markovic lands a knee to the head.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Markovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Markovic lands a body shot.
Markovic tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Sanders is looking to break free of the clinch but Markovic has double underhooks.
Markovic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Markovic is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Markovic stalling.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Markovic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Markovic is pushing Sanders up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Markovic lands a knee to the head. #T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A hook to the body from Markovic. #BC2#
Markovic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Markovic gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Markovic displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sanders up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Markovic receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tim Markovic.#CL2#
Markovic closes the distance and pushes Sanders back into the cage.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Markovic. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Sanders goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Markovic has Sanders pushed against the cage.
Markovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Markovic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T3#
Sanders tries to pull guard but Markovic won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bailey Sanders. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Markovic stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Markovic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sanders is defending well for now.
Sanders tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice elbow from Sanders. #BC2#
Markovic manages to break the clinch.
Bailey Sanders is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Markovic closes the distance and clinches.
Markovic misses with a knee strike.
Sanders managing to block the knees to the body from Markovic.
Markovic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sanders is defending well for now.
Markovic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Markovic dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Sanders tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Markovic avoids it.#BC#
Sanders manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Markovic moves into the clinch successfully.
Markovic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T4#
Sanders is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Markovic is keeping busy.
Markovic lands a right hand.
Markovic's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Sanders tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Markovic avoids it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sanders trying to land knees to the body.
Sanders managing to block the knees to the body from Markovic.
Markovic prevents a takedown attempt there.
Markovic scores with a shot to the side of Sanders's head.
Markovic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Markovic breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Markovic has closed the distance and engaged Sanders in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Tim Markovic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bailey Sanders's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Markovic pushes Sanders up against the cage in a clinch.
Sanders trying to land knees to the body.
Markovic avoiding damage as Sanders throws knees to the body.
Sanders missing with knees to the body.
Markovic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Sanders blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Markovic lands with a right to the head.
Markovic tries to land a knee to the head but Sanders blocks with his arms.
Sanders misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Markovic. #BC2#
Markovic manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Markovic tries a knee to the head but Sanders blocks it.
Markovic avoids a wild elbow strike from Sanders.
Markovic tries to land knees in the clinch but Sanders avoids the damage to the body.
Markovic just leaning against Sanders, taking a breather.
Markovic tries to work over Sanders's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Markovic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Markovic pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A short right from Markovic.
Markovic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Sanders lands a body shot in the clinch.
Sanders is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Markovic is defending well for now.
Markovic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Markovic pushes off an throws an elbow but Sanders leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Sanders is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Sanders misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Markovic.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Markovic.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Markovic throws an elbow that misses.
Markovic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sanders is defending well for now.
Markovic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Markovic lands a nice shot to the body.
Markovic tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Markovic content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Sanders tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Markovic just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Markovic pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Markovic avoiding damage as Sanders throws knees to the body.
Good body shot from Markovic.
Markovic missing with knees to the body.
Sanders misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Markovic.
Markovic trying to land knees to the body.
Sanders tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Markovic avoids it.
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!
Markovic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Markovic with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Markovic leaning against his opponent.
Markovic lands a knee to the head.
Markovic slowing the pace effectively.
Markovic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sanders avoids it.
Markovic's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Markovic holding his opponent close, against the cage. #T3#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Markovic takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Tim Markovic.#CL2#
Markovic has Sanders up against the cage in a clinch.
Markovic taking a breather.
Sanders goes for a takedown attempt but Markovic pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
Markovic gets a clinch.
Sanders trying to land knees to the body.
Markovic slowing the pace effectively.
Markovic is defending well against a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bailey Sanders. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Markovic is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sanders is defending well for now.
Markovic tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sanders avoids it.#T4#
A short right from Markovic on the inside. #BC2#
Markovic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Markovic moves into range and clinches up with Sanders.
Sanders missing with knees to the body.
Markovic lands an elbow inside.
A bit of stalling here from Markovic.
Markovic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Markovic lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Markovic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Sanders tries to keep at a distance but Markovic has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sanders misses with the head strike.
Sanders missing with knees to the body.
Markovic tries to land a knee to the head but Sanders blocks with his arms.
Markovic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Bailey Sanders has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tim Markovic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sanders misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Markovic.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tim Markovic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Markovic 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 Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tim Markovic!

 

Event: Quick Fight Championship     
Date:   May 30, 2017
#R1#
Markovic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Naughty changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Markovic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Naughty connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Markovic scrambles back to his feet.
Markovic takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#CL2#
Markovic has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Markovic manages to break the clinch.
A big right from Markovic misses.
Decent striking displayed by Naughty there.
A lazy left from Naughty finds it's target.
Nathan Naughty seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Naughty works Markovic's body with a nice hook.
Naughty misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Naughty clobbers Markovic with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Naughty connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Markovic momentarily.
Markovic has a takedown stuffed.
Markovic shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Naughty as he avoids it easily.
Naughty misses with a body shot
and Markovic counters with a good, hard body kick but Naughty shrugs it off.
Markovic walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T1#
Naughty lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Markovic misses with a kick to the body.
Markovic swats away the attempt to clinch by Naughty.#CL2#
Markovic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Naughty, pushing him back against the cage.
Naughty slowing the pace effectively.#TD2#
Markovic pulls guard.
Markovic is adopting a defensive guard.#T2##SUB2#
Naughty wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Markovic's closed guard. He's half up but Markovic has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Markovic pivots and extends the arm, Naughty falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Markovic! Well done that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tim Markovic!

 

 
 
 
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