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Event:
新年おめでとう 22-23
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Chicken Destroyer!
The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Taro Takaoka and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch successfully.
Destroyer fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dagestanskiy is working for a takedown up against the ropes. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Dagestanskiy lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (0) Destroyer
Destroyer is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Destroyer manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dagestanskiy manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (2) Destroyer
Dagestanskiy can't keep his opponent in guard - Destroyer advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Destroyer is thwarting Dagestanskiy's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Destroyer seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Destroyer stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dagestanskiy swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Destroyer is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a triangle but Destroyer pushes his legs off easily.
Dagestanskiy manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Destroyer manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (4) vs (2) Destroyer
Destroyer is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Destroyer looking for a sweep. Not yet Destroyer, not yet.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dagestanskiy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Destroyer has Dagestanskiy pulled in close to control his posture.
Destroyer controls Dagestanskiy momentarily but Dagestanskiy frees himself.
Dagestanskiy is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Destroyer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#T3#
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dagestanskiy stopping the sweep attempt from Destroyer.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Destroyer is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Destroyer is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy stopping the sweep attempt from Destroyer.
Dagestanskiy tries to free his leg and advance position but Destroyer is retaining full guard.
Destroyer controls Dagestanskiy momentarily but Dagestanskiy frees himself.
Dagestanskiy passes Destroyer's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Still in half guard, Dagestanskiy seems content to control.
Dagestanskiy trying to control from half guard but Destroyer is working away.
Destroyer manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Dagestanskiy has gone for a leg lock! Destroyer slips out almost immediately though and dives into Dagestanskiy's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (4) vs (4) Destroyer
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Destroyer from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Destroyer defends it easily.#T5##SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Destroyer postures up.
Destroyer is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a triangle but Destroyer pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6#
Dagestanskiy can't keep his opponent in guard - Destroyer advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Destroyer works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (4) vs (7) Destroyer
Dagestanskiy regains half guard.
Destroyer trying to control the action but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom. #T7#
Destroyer tries to pass to full mount but Dagestanskiy defends it.
Destroyer trying to control the action but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy is trying to get back to full guard.
Dagestanskiy is refusing to be controlled, as Destroyer sits in half guard. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Destroyer is trying to control the action in half guard but Dagestanskiy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T8##SUB2#
Destroyer seems to be looking for submissions.
Destroyer is pressing down on Dagestanskiy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dagestanskiy is holding on for now.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Destroyer is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy wants to get back to full guard but Destroyer has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (4) vs (10) Destroyer
Dagestanskiy is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Destroyer taking a breather here.
Destroyer is looking to take a break and control but Dagestanskiy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Destroyer tries to advance to mount but can't.
Dagestanskiy is looking to regain half guard here but Destroyer keeps moving and retains side control. #T10#
Destroyer wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Destroyer working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T11#
Dagestanskiy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (6) vs (10) Destroyer
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Destroyer keeps working.
Destroyer manages to get to full guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Destroyer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12##SUB2#
Destroyer is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Destroyer keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Destroyer is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (6) vs (12) Destroyer
Dagestanskiy is pulling down on Destroyer's head to control his posture. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Destroyer can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Destroyer is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T13#
Dagestanskiy is trying to hold Destroyer in close to prevent damage but Destroyer has managed to pass into half guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Destroyer postures up.
Destroyer tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dagestanskiy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dagestanskiy is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T14#
Dagestanskiy is looking to improve his position.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Destroyer passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (6) vs (15) Destroyer
Destroyer trying to control the position but Dagestanskiy is working away.
Dagestanskiy can't do much from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Destroyer wins on points by 15 to 6.
After winning the bout, Chicken Destroyer thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 329 - Prelims
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 30 losses; Pavel Savkov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 7 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Savkov decides to pull guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Savkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Savkov has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dagestanskiy has managed to get both his arms back between Savkov's legs - danger averted.
Dagestanskiy told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Savkov is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Savkov is working from the bottom.
Savkov trying to keep a closed guard but Dagestanskiy is proving a slippery customer.
We've been hearing good reports from Savkov'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Savkov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savkov (2) vs (0) Dagestanskiy
Savkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Dagestanskiy pulls Savkov in to control the position.
Savkov wants to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy pulls Savkov in to control the position.
Savkov tries to free his leg and advance position but Dagestanskiy is retaining full guard.
Savkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Savkov looking to sit in guard and control but Dagestanskiy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savkov (2) vs (2) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Savkov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Savkov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Savkov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savkov (4) vs (2) Dagestanskiy#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Savkov should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Dagestanskiy has tightened it up now! Savkov should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
During a confident post fight interview, Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 328 - Prelims
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Owen Alvarez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 6 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Alexandre Firmino and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Alvarez moves into the clinch.
Alvarez fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy jumps into guard, dragging Alvarez to the mat.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position.
Dagestanskiy keeping full guard, as Alvarez tries to pass.
Alvarez works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Alvarez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy is controlling Alvarez's trapped leg to prevent Alvarez from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Alvarez is trying to control. Dagestanskiy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T1#
Dagestanskiy wants to get back to full guard.
Dagestanskiy told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dagestanskiy manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dagestanskiy is trying to keep Alvarez in close.
Alvarez wants to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy is keeping the position.
Alvarez trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Alvarez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dagestanskiy keeping full guard, as Alvarez tries to pass. #T2#
Alvarez content to stall in guard here.
Dagestanskiy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Alvarez trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alvarez pushes down on Dagestanskiy's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Alvarez prevents Dagestanskiy from improving his position.#T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dagestanskiy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Alvarez is thwarting Dagestanskiy's attempts to control the position.
Alvarez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dagestanskiy keeps working.
Alvarez controlling the pace.
Dagestanskiy trying to control from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy is pressing down on Alvarez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dagestanskiy trying to keep a closed guard but Alvarez is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Alvarez pushing down on Dagestanskiy's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy actively working from the bottom here.
Alvarez wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping him busy.
Dagestanskiy controlling the position well.
Alvarez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dagestanskiy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Alvarez wants to free his trapped foot but Dagestanskiy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Alvarez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T5#
Alvarez wants to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy is defending well.
Alvarez trying to control from half guard but Dagestanskiy is working away.
Dagestanskiy trying to hold on to Alvarez's head to control him but Alvarez postures up.
Alvarez is looking to stall here but Dagestanskiy recovers full guard.
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alvarez wants to control from the top but Dagestanskiy keeps moving. #T6#
Dagestanskiy pulls Alvarez in close to prevent any damage.
Alvarez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dagestanskiy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Alvarez looking to sit in guard and control but Dagestanskiy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (0) vs (2) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Alvarez dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (2) vs (2) Dagestanskiy#T7#
Alvarez 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dagestanskiy is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (2) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy won't allow Alvarez to sweep him here.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Alvarez keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alvarez is keeping the position for now.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Alvarez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Dagestanskiy content to stall in guard here.
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Alvarez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alvarez (4) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy looking to control.
Alvarez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Alvarez slips nicely into half guard.#T9#
Alvarez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dagestanskiy won't allow Alvarez to pass to mount.
Dagestanskiy tries to get to full guard but Alvarez has control of the leg.
Alvarez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvarez pulls his head out easily.
Alvarez is keen to just control but Dagestanskiy is a slippery customer.#T10##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy with the active half guard here but Alvarez passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Alvarez (7) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
You can see the frustration on Dagestanskiy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Alvarez is trying to get an arm triangle but Dagestanskiy is defending well.
Alvarez tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dagestanskiy tries to buck Alvarez off but Alvarez is having none of it.#T11#
Alvarez tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dagestanskiy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Alvarez's best efforts.
Alvarez is looking to stall here but Dagestanskiy recovers full guard.
Dagestanskiy working a defensive guard here.
Dagestanskiy wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Alvarez wants to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy is keeping the position.#T12#
Dagestanskiy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Alvarez from controlling successfully.
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dagestanskiy looking to control.
Dagestanskiy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alvarez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Alvarez trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Alvarez passes Dagestanskiy's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Alvarez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a sweep. Alvarez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Alvarez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Dagestanskiy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Alvarez pulls his head out easily. #T14#
Alvarez stalling.
Alvarez trying to control from Dagestanskiy's half guard. Dagestanskiy has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Alvarez pushes down on Dagestanskiy's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy actively working from the bottom here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Alvarez moves into full mount! Dagestanskiy won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Alvarez (10) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Alvarez controlling the position easily from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alvarez takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
Our winner, Owen Alvarez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC Fight Night 5
Date: Oct 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Steve The Samurai!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Edson Gomes and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #TD2#
The Samurai darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (2) The Samurai
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but The Samurai is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The Samurai content to control rather than advance.
Dagestanskiy tries to roll over but The Samurai keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Samurai looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dagestanskiy trying to hold on to The Samurai's head to control him but The Samurai postures up.
Dagestanskiy is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because The Samurai is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
The Samurai wants to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy is defending well. #SUB2#
The Samurai is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dagestanskiy defends it well.
Dagestanskiy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of The Samurai's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take The Samurai's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Dagestanskiy (4) vs (2) The Samurai
Dagestanskiy keeps control of the position as The Samurai tries to break free.
#SUB#
The Samurai won't enjoy being in this position. Dagestanskiy looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - The Samurai is tapping - it's over boys! Dagestanskiy picks up the submission victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Khaba Dagestanskiy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 322 - Prelims
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; David McDonald! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 6 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Yukihiro Shimada, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Ren Mimura.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
McDonald closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - McDonald lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: McDonald (2) vs (0) Dagestanskiy#SUB#
McDonald drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dagestanskiy dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (2) vs (2) Dagestanskiy#SUB#
McDonald working for a triangle but Dagestanskiy defends it easily.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but McDonald keeps moving. #SUB#
McDonald is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dagestanskiy defends well.#SUB#
McDonald is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
McDonald wants to sweep but no luck. #T1##SUB#
McDonald is looking for a triangle but Dagestanskiy pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
McDonald escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dagestanskiy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dagestanskiy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
McDonald keeping full guard, as Dagestanskiy tries to pass.
Dagestanskiy pushing down on McDonald's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but McDonald is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working for a submission of some sort.
#T2##SUB2#
McDonald is defending against the submission attempts here by Dagestanskiy.
#SUB#
McDonald actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the pace. #SUB#
McDonald actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McDonald sees it coming and defends easily.#T3##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura but McDonald is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dagestanskiy to get the leverage. #SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
McDonald looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McDonald has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dagestanskiy wants to take a breather but McDonald is having none of it. #T4#
Dagestanskiy keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
McDonald gets full guard.#SUB#
McDonald is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dagestanskiy slips nicely into half guard.
McDonald is trying to maintain the position but Dagestanskiy is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
McDonald looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working for a kimura but McDonald is defending it quite comfortably.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control. McDonald wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T5##SUB#
McDonald is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working for a submission of some sort.
Dagestanskiy wants to take a breather but McDonald is having none of it.
McDonald slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
McDonald keeping full guard, as Dagestanskiy tries to pass. #SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dagestanskiy passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (2) vs (5) Dagestanskiy
McDonald tries to buck Dagestanskiy off but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T6#
McDonald is trying to get back to half guard.
McDonald being controlled for a moment.
McDonald is trying to improve his position.
McDonald sneaks back into half guard.
Dagestanskiy passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for McDonald! Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (2) vs (8) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy prevents McDonald from getting the reversal.#T7#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but McDonald is having none of it.
McDonald tries to hold on but Dagestanskiy pushes him away.
McDonald is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McDonald is squirming around, avoiding Dagestanskiy's attempts to control the action. #T8#
McDonald regains half guard.#SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions off his back.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but McDonald is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
McDonald makes his way to full guard. A much better position for McDonald.
Dagestanskiy slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
McDonald looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9#
Dagestanskiy is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (2) vs (11) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy trying to control but McDonald is having none of it. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy working for a submission but McDonald is keeping him at bay.
McDonald keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
McDonald is working hard here to advance position.
Dagestanskiy wants to control the pace but McDonald is squirming around nicely. #T10##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
McDonald regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. McDonald manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
McDonald is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy got a little sloppy there for a moment and McDonald has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dagestanskiy has managed to get both his arms back between McDonald's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
McDonald looking for a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy defends easily.
#T11#
Dagestanskiy is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dagestanskiy stands and throws McDonald's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: McDonald (2) vs (14) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy wants to control but McDonald is keeping him busy.
McDonald struggling a bit here.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but McDonald is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee asks Dagestanskiy politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dagestanskiy prefers to stall for the moment though.#T12##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonald keeps working.
McDonald tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dagestanskiy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on McDonald's face as Dagestanskiy controls the position.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but McDonald keeps working.
McDonald is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy is looking to advance position but McDonald won't allow it.
McDonald is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
McDonald looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T13##SUB#
McDonald is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily.
Dagestanskiy content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy seems to be working for a kimura but McDonald defends the submission attempt.
McDonald wants to improve his position but Dagestanskiy is controlling well.
McDonald moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T14##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy drops back, looking for a kneebar! McDonald looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McDonald looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McDonald! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: McDonald (6) vs (14) Dagestanskiy
You can see the frustration on Dagestanskiy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
McDonald goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Dagestanskiy rolls with the submission and now he's on top in McDonald's guard! Nice work there by Dagestanskiy! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: McDonald (6) vs (16) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy pushes down on McDonald's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working for a kimura but McDonald is defending it quite comfortably.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dagestanskiy wins on points by 16 to 6.
A victorious Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, David McDonald stepped up to the mic, saying 'Fall down seven times, get up eight.'. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Prelims
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jisoo Oh! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 5 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Felipe Paraventi and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Oh changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Dagestanskiy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Oh (4) vs (0) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy tries to bench press Oh off him but Oh keeps the position.
Dagestanskiy holding on.
Oh taking a breather here.
Dagestanskiy is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy is still trying to improve position.
Dagestanskiy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T1#
Dagestanskiy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dagestanskiy told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy is trying to maintain the position but Oh is very close to passing his half guard.
Dagestanskiy is doing well to control the position and prevent Oh from advancing to side control.
Dagestanskiy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Oh's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Oh's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Oh (4) vs (4) Dagestanskiy#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy has got his arm under Oh's chin working for the choke has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Oh has spun round into Dagestanskiy's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (6) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Dagestanskiy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Oh controls the pace.
Dagestanskiy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Oh is one step ahead there.
Oh being controlled here momentarily. #T3##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy has his foot on Oh's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Oh works his way back into a safe position though.
Dagestanskiy has Oh pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oh defends well.
Dagestanskiy tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4##SUB2#
Oh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dagestanskiy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Oh has managed to get both his arms back between Dagestanskiy's legs - danger averted.
Oh won't allow Dagestanskiy to sweep him here.
Dagestanskiy is pulling down on Oh's head. It's preventing any offense from Oh, at least for the moment.
Dagestanskiy looking to control.
#T5#
Oh stopping the sweep attempt from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy pulls Oh in to control the position. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Oh from controlling successfully.
Oh definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dagestanskiy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dagestanskiy controlling the position.
Dagestanskiy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T6#
Dagestanskiy is trying to keep Oh in close.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Oh passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Oh (9) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Oh gets to mount! Dagestanskiy was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Oh (11) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy tries to hold on but Oh postures up.#T7#
Oh trying to control but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.
Dagestanskiy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Dagestanskiy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Oh's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Oh's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Oh (11) vs (8) Dagestanskiy
Oh is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T8##SUB2#
Oh defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Dagestanskiy's arms. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Oh is controlling Dagestanskiy 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (13) vs (8) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy trying to keep a closed guard but Oh is proving a slippery customer.
#T9##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Oh can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Oh sitting in guard here, content to control.
Oh has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T10#
Dagestanskiy working a defensive guard here.
Oh is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dagestanskiy pulls Oh in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy working for a triangle but Oh defends it easily.
#T11#
Oh trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Oh looking to sit in guard and control but Dagestanskiy gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (13) vs (10) Dagestanskiy
Oh being controlled here, momentarily.
Oh is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Oh (15) vs (10) Dagestanskiy#T12#
Dagestanskiy gets back to full guard.
Oh preventing the sweep.
Dagestanskiy looking to control.
Oh preventing the sweep.
Oh passes into half guard. #T13##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Oh pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Oh pulls his head out easily.
Oh not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Oh pulls his head out easily. #T14#
Oh stalling away here and it's allowed Dagestanskiy to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Oh controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy working for submissions but it's allowed Oh to get to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dagestanskiy is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Oh takes the fight on points by 15 to 10.
Jisoo Oh thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 303 - Prelims
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Bashag GroSnagdu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
GroSnagdu turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and GroSnagdu manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: GroSnagdu (4) vs (0) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping him busy.
GroSnagdu takes a little break here. Dagestanskiy wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Dagestanskiy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but GroSnagdu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
GroSnagdu working away.
Dagestanskiy has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but GroSnagdu presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: GroSnagdu (6) vs (0) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu controlling from mount. #T1#
GroSnagdu avoids the attempt from Dagestanskiy to control.
Dagestanskiy tries to reverse the position but GroSnagdu maintains control.
Dagestanskiy tries to hold on but GroSnagdu postures up.#SUB#
GroSnagdu is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Dagestanskiy to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Dagestanskiy shrugs it off.
Dagestanskiy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: GroSnagdu (6) vs (2) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but GroSnagdu is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but GroSnagdu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: GroSnagdu (8) vs (2) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu wants to control from the top but Dagestanskiy keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but GroSnagdu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to get back to full guard but GroSnagdu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: GroSnagdu (11) vs (2) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy tries to reverse the position but GroSnagdu maintains control.#T3#
GroSnagdu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dagestanskiy is looking to escape.
Dagestanskiy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: GroSnagdu (11) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy tries to free his leg and advance position but GroSnagdu is retaining full guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but GroSnagdu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T4#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but GroSnagdu is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy stays in close to GroSnagdu's body and controls the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but GroSnagdu is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control GroSnagdu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
We've been hearing good reports from GroSnagdu'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.#T5##SUB#
GroSnagdu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dagestanskiy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. GroSnagdu is keeping the position for now.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but GroSnagdu keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but GroSnagdu is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but GroSnagdu is working from the bottom. #T6##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy drops back, looking for a kneebar! GroSnagdu looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. GroSnagdu looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from GroSnagdu! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: GroSnagdu (15) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy is looking to reverse the position.
Dagestanskiy regains half guard.
Well, if GroSnagdu is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
GroSnagdu prevents Dagestanskiy from improving his position.#T7#
Dagestanskiy wants to control but GroSnagdu passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: GroSnagdu (18) vs (4) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy is looking to control GroSnagdu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dagestanskiy avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but GroSnagdu pulls his head out easily.
Dagestanskiy trying to control here.
#T8#
GroSnagdu prevents Dagestanskiy from improving his position.
Dagestanskiy keeps trying to improve his position.
Dagestanskiy is looking to control GroSnagdu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dagestanskiy avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions off his back.
Dagestanskiy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. GroSnagdu is working away from the top position though.#T9#
GroSnagdu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dagestanskiy slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
GroSnagdu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dagestanskiy trying to keep a closed guard but GroSnagdu is proving a slippery customer.
#T10#
Dagestanskiy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in GroSnagdu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: GroSnagdu (18) vs (6) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but GroSnagdu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: GroSnagdu (20) vs (6) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu trying to control but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom.
GroSnagdu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
GroSnagdu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T11#
GroSnagdu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T12#
GroSnagdu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dagestanskiy looking to hit a scissor sweep but GroSnagdu is one step ahead there.
GroSnagdu postures up.
#T13#
GroSnagdu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
GroSnagdu trying to control the position from guard on top but Dagestanskiy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. GroSnagdu stacks Dagestanskiy on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by GroSnagdu! Score +3 for passing guard: GroSnagdu (23) vs (6) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu happy to just control the position for now. #T14#
A control attempt from Dagestanskiy but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: GroSnagdu (25) vs (6) Dagestanskiy
GroSnagdu prevents Dagestanskiy from getting the reversal.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
GroSnagdu controlling from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
GroSnagdu takes the fight on points by 25 to 6.
A very excited looking Bashag GroSnagdu made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 301 - Simone vs Dyon
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 19 losses; Esteban Mondragon!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Mauricio Rocha and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy tries to keep at a distance but Mondragon has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Mondragon turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (4) Mondragon
Dagestanskiy is not content to let Mondragon control the position.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy is working hard here to advance position.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Mondragon postures up.#T1#
Dagestanskiy looks to move to half guard but instead Mondragon has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (6) Mondragon
Dagestanskiy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy tries to lock up and control but Mondragon gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy working to try and regain half guard.
Mondragon forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (9) Mondragon#T2#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but not successfully.
Mondragon really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Dagestanskiy.
Mondragon controlling well, preventing Dagestanskiy from escaping the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position but Mondragon manages to sink in the hooks.
Dagestanskiy tries to roll but Mondragon sticks to his back.
#T3#
Mondragon has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Dagestanskiy's body.
Dagestanskiy can't escape the position.
Mondragon controls the position.
You can see the frustration on Dagestanskiy's face He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T4##SUB2#
Mondragon patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Mondragon controlling the position well here. Dagestanskiy rolled but Mondragon kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T5#
Dagestanskiy manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mondragon's guard. Nice work there by Dagestanskiy.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (9) Mondragon
Mondragon is pulling down on Dagestanskiy's head to control his posture.
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Mondragon gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (11) Mondragon#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6#
Mondragon passes into half guard.
Mondragon is pressing down on Dagestanskiy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dagestanskiy is holding on for now.
Dagestanskiy wants to control the action here but instead Mondragon manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (14) Mondragon
Mondragon takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dagestanskiy working to try and regain half guard.
#T7#
Mondragon controlling his opponent.
Dagestanskiy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Mondragon controlling from mount.
Dagestanskiy is squirming around, avoiding Mondragon's attempts to control the action.
Dagestanskiy tries to improve his position but instead Mondragon has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (17) Mondragon#T8#
Dagestanskiy rolls, trying to escape but Mondragon keeps control of the position.
Mondragon is riding his opponent, not letting Dagestanskiy buck him off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy is in bad spot here.
Mondragon really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy can't escape the position.
#T9##SUB2#
Mondragon is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
I would not like to be Dagestanskiy right now.
Dagestanskiy is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Mondragon has got one arm under Dagestanskiy's chin. This could be trouble... Dagestanskiy trying to control the other hand but Mondragon gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Dagestanskiy has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Esteban Mondragon!
An out of breath Esteban Mondragon thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 300 - SUPERNOVA Prelims 2
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Ken Vrjalya!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Reed Andrews and Alyssa Summers.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Vrjalya has a takedown stuffed.
Vrjalya gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
and Dagestanskiy counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Vrjalya! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Dagestanskiy (4) vs (0) Vrjalya
Vrjalya tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy tries for a kimura but Vrjalya is defending well.
Vrjalya is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vrjalya tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Dagestanskiy presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dagestanskiy (6) vs (0) Vrjalya
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vrjalya is looking to escape.
Dagestanskiy prevents Vrjalya from getting the reversal.#T1#
Dagestanskiy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vrjalya is looking to escape.
Vrjalya is trying to escape the mount.
Dagestanskiy looking to control but Vrjalya is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Vrjalya is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Dagestanskiy working for a submission but Vrjalya is keeping him at bay.
Vrjalya is looking to get to half guard.
Dagestanskiy tries to control but Vrjalya wriggling away. #T2#
Vrjalya gets back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vrjalya keeps working.
Dagestanskiy stalling.
Vrjalya wants to improve his position but Dagestanskiy is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Vrjalya is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but Vrjalya is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily.
Vrjalya is staying active underneath Dagestanskiy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Vrjalya has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at MY YARD 'Resurrect'. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Dagestanskiy prevents Vrjalya from improving his position.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back.
Dagestanskiy passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (9) vs (0) Vrjalya#T4#
Dagestanskiy controlling his opponent.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Vrjalya is having none of it. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy working for a guillotine from mount but Vrjalya is in no mood to give up.
Vrjalya is in all sorts of trouble here.
Vrjalya is still trying to improve position.
Vrjalya regains half guard.
Dagestanskiy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vrjalya knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but Vrjalya is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T5##SUB#
Dagestanskiy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dagestanskiy looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Vrjalya is refusing to be controlled, as Dagestanskiy sits in half guard.
Dagestanskiy not doing much here.
Vrjalya moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Vrjalya throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Vrjalya is working from the bottom. #T6##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Vrjalya looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dagestanskiy puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Vrjalya. Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (12) vs (0) Vrjalya
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Vrjalya keeps working.
Dagestanskiy controlling the position.
Vrjalya is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Vrjalya sneaks back into half guard.#T7##SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vrjalya tries to roll over but Dagestanskiy keeps him under control.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy wants to work for an arm triangle but Vrjalya is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dagestanskiy trying to mount his opponent but Vrjalya defends it.
Vrjalya is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dagestanskiy is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily.
Dagestanskiy is keen to just control but Vrjalya is a slippery customer.#T8##SUB2#
Vrjalya with the active half guard here but Dagestanskiy passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (15) vs (0) Vrjalya
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but Vrjalya is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Vrjalya has escaped the position, nice work there.
Vrjalya seems a little lost for a moment, as Dagestanskiy dominates the positioning.
Vrjalya is trying to work for a sweep but Dagestanskiy has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Dagestanskiy (17) vs (0) Vrjalya
Vrjalya is looking to improve his position but Dagestanskiy isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for a guillotine from mount but Vrjalya is having none of it.
Vrjalya is squirming around, avoiding Dagestanskiy's attempts to control the action. #T9#
Vrjalya keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Dagestanskiy working for a submission but Vrjalya is keeping him at bay.
Dagestanskiy avoids the attempt from Vrjalya to control.
Vrjalya is looking to get to half guard.#T10#
Vrjalya tries to hold on but Dagestanskiy postures up.
Vrjalya is desperately trying to improve his position but Dagestanskiy has a good base and remains in mount.
Dagestanskiy can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Vrjalya is looking to escape.
Vrjalya sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is working for a submission of some sort.
Dagestanskiy controlling the action here. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for subs from the bottom but Dagestanskiy mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (20) vs (0) Vrjalya#T11#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Vrjalya is having none of it.
Vrjalya tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Vrjalya to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Vrjalya shrugs it off.
Vrjalya tries to reverse the position but Dagestanskiy maintains control.
Vrjalya is squirming around, avoiding Dagestanskiy's attempts to control the action.
Vrjalya slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vrjalya wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#T12#
Dagestanskiy is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily.
Vrjalya looks winded!
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dagestanskiy in particular looking to stall.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass to mount but Vrjalya is defending the position.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Vrjalya is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Vrjalya has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Vrjalya works his way to full guard. Good work.#T13##SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dagestanskiy stays in close to Vrjalya's body and controls the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Vrjalya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy tries to free his leg and advance position but Vrjalya is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dagestanskiy passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (23) vs (0) Vrjalya#SUB#
Dagestanskiy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Vrjalya, who protects the arm well.
Dagestanskiy content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Vrjalya is trying to improve his position.#T14#
Vrjalya is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Vrjalya defends it well. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy seems to be working for a kimura but Vrjalya defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dagestanskiy takes the fight on points by 23 to 0.
Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 298 - Prelims
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Just Another Sparbot! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Luis Engracia and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Another Sparbot is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dagestanskiy sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch but Another Sparbot is having none of it. #CL2#
Dagestanskiy has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Another Sparbot (0) vs (2) Dagestanskiy#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dagestanskiy stalling away here and it's allowed Another Sparbot to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Another Sparbot'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.
Dagestanskiy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Another Sparbot is keeping the position.#T1#
Dagestanskiy controlling from the top position.
Another Sparbot has Dagestanskiy pulled in close to control his posture.
Dagestanskiy must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Another Sparbot keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully. #T2#
Another Sparbot trying to keep a closed guard but Dagestanskiy is proving a slippery customer.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Another Sparbot holds on and takes a little breather.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Another Sparbot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Another Sparbot controlling Dagestanskiy's posture.
Dagestanskiy tries to free his leg and advance position but Another Sparbot is retaining full guard. #T3#
Another Sparbot seems keen to control Dagestanskiy's posture.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Another Sparbot keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Another Sparbot's guard. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Another Sparbot has managed to free his arm - good work.
Another Sparbot tries to roll over but Dagestanskiy keeps him under control.
Another Sparbot wants to control the action here but instead Dagestanskiy manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Another Sparbot (0) vs (5) Dagestanskiy#T4#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Another Sparbot is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Another Sparbot is squirming around, avoiding Dagestanskiy's attempts to control the action.
Dagestanskiy avoids the attempt from Another Sparbot to control.
Dagestanskiy looking to control but Another Sparbot is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5#
Another Sparbot tries to hold on but Dagestanskiy pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy looking to control but Another Sparbot is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle. Ooooh, that looks tight Another Sparbot is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Another Sparbot and Dagestanskiy has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Dagestanskiy tries to move to mount but Another Sparbot blocks the move with his legs.
Another Sparbot sneaks back into half guard.#T6##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Another Sparbot is just riding it out for now. Dagestanskiy eventually gives up the hold.
Dagestanskiy wants to take a breather but Another Sparbot is having none of it. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Another Sparbot defends it well. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Another Sparbot doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dagestanskiy. #T7#
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard but Another Sparbot defending well.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Another Sparbot keeps working. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Another Sparbot sees it coming and defends easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
Another Sparbot wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura but Another Sparbot is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dagestanskiy to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Another Sparbot makes his way to full guard, as Dagestanskiy worked for a kimura.
Another Sparbot working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy drops back, looking for a kneebar! Another Sparbot looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Another Sparbot looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Another Sparbot! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Another Sparbot (4) vs (5) Dagestanskiy#T9#
Dagestanskiy is looking to regain half guard here but Another Sparbot keeps moving and retains side control.
Dagestanskiy is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Another Sparbot's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Another Sparbot prevents Dagestanskiy from improving his position.
Dagestanskiy gets full guard.
Dagestanskiy is trying to keep Another Sparbot in close.
#T10##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Another Sparbot passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Another Sparbot (7) vs (5) Dagestanskiy
Another Sparbot trying to control the action but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy tries to improve position but can't. #T11##SUB#
Another Sparbot working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Another Sparbot is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dagestanskiy is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Another Sparbot working away.#SUB#
Another Sparbot tries for a kimura but Dagestanskiy is defending well. #T12##SUB#
Another Sparbot tries for a kimura but Dagestanskiy is defending well. #SUB#
Another Sparbot is trying to get an arm triangle but Dagestanskiy is defending well.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control Another Sparbot's posture but Another Sparbot avoids it. #T13##SUB#
Another Sparbot goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Dagestanskiy rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Another Sparbot's guard! Nice work there by Dagestanskiy! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Another Sparbot (7) vs (7) Dagestanskiy
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Another Sparbot is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Another Sparbot is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy got a little sloppy there for a moment and Another Sparbot has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dagestanskiy has managed to get both his arms back between Another Sparbot's legs - danger averted.#T14#
Another Sparbot keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dagestanskiy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Dagestanskiy gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Dagestanskiy wins on points by 8 to 7.
After winning the bout, Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 297 - Lemieux vs Kakuto
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 4 losses; Helio Gracias!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Nard Betker and Saam Ante.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch.#TD#
Dagestanskiy has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Gracias regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (0) Gracias#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Gracias keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Gracias has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Dagestanskiy should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Gracias has tightened it up now! Dagestanskiy should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Helio Gracias!
Our winner, Helio Gracias, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
CWC 295 - Archer vs Cosades
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Dagestanskiy has closed the distance and engaged Kersikov in a clinch.
Kersikov is working for takedown but Dagestanskiy is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kersikov drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kersikov is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Khaba Dagestanskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bogdan Kersikov.
Dagestanskiy is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kersikov prevents the takedown attempt.
Kersikov is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dagestanskiy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kersikov prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kersikov goes for a takedown in the clinch but Dagestanskiy prevents it.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a takedown.
Kersikov tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dagestanskiy has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Kersikov uses from the top position.
Dagestanskiy pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dagestanskiy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Dagestanskiy working a defensive guard here.
Kersikov not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dagestanskiy is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kersikov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (3) Kersikov
Dagestanskiy is looking to regain half guard here but Kersikov keeps moving and retains side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
You can see the frustration on Dagestanskiy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dagestanskiy seems a little lost for a moment, as Kersikov dominates the positioning.
Dagestanskiy is trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov working away.
Kersikov has knee on belly momentarily but Dagestanskiy bucks him off and regains half guard.
Kersikov is pressing down on Dagestanskiy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dagestanskiy is holding on for now. #T3#
Dagestanskiy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Dagestanskiy won't allow Kersikov to pass to mount.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control but can't.
Kersikov works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (6) Kersikov#T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kersikov tries to control but Dagestanskiy wriggling away.
Dagestanskiy tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Dagestanskiy is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action.
Dagestanskiy has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Dagestanskiy (0) vs (9) Kersikov
I would not like to be Dagestanskiy right now.
Kersikov has the hooks in. Dagestanskiy is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T5#
Kersikov doesn't have the hooks in and Dagestanskiy manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (9) Kersikov
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (11) Kersikov
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy is defending well. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy actively working from the bottom here.#T6#
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but Dagestanskiy defends it.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov slows the pace down in half guard. #T7##SUB2#
Kersikov is working for a submission of some sort.
Kersikov wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping him busy.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kersikov is just content to waste time from the top position. Dagestanskiy takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
#T8##SUB#
Dagestanskiy has his feet on Kersikov's thighs here. He's pushed Kersikov off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kersikov screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
An out of breath Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 292 - Tokyo
Date: Jan 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; BTest Btest! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Hirohito Nitta and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Btest darts in and clinches Dagestanskiy up against the cage.#TD#
Btest gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Btest (2) vs (0) Dagestanskiy
Btest prevents Dagestanskiy from improving his position.
Btest is trying to control. Dagestanskiy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Btest prevents Dagestanskiy from improving his position.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Btest stalling away here and it's allowed Dagestanskiy to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Btest looking to pass the guard.
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Btest from controlling successfully.
Btest postures up.
Dagestanskiy is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Btest forces his way into half guard.
Dagestanskiy is trying is best to control the position here. #T2##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Btest tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dagestanskiy knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Btest pulls his head out easily.
Dagestanskiy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Btest looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Btest controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Btest won't allow Dagestanskiy to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a triangle but Btest pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for subs off his back but Btest has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T4#
Btest is pressing down on Dagestanskiy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dagestanskiy is holding on for now.
Dagestanskiy manages to get to full guard.
Btest trying to move into half guard but instead Dagestanskiy has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Btest (2) vs (2) Dagestanskiy
Btest seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#T5#
Dagestanskiy forces his way into half guard.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Btest is keeping him busy.
Btest is looking for a sweep. Dagestanskiy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dagestanskiy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Btest manages to get to full guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Btest is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T6#
Btest is trying to get back to full guard.
Btest trying to control but Dagestanskiy postures up.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Btest is controlling Dagestanskiy's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Dagestanskiy is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is working for a submission of some sort.
#T7#
Btest is refusing to be controlled, as Dagestanskiy sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Btest sees it coming and defends easily.
Btest trying to control from the bottom.
#T8#
Btest slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Btest keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Dont mess with us. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Dagestanskiy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Btest is trying to get back to full guard.
Btest is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Btest trying to control here.
Dagestanskiy is keen to just control but Btest is a slippery customer.#T9#
Btest is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Btest is refusing to be controlled, as Dagestanskiy sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy seems to be working for a kimura but Btest defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#T10#
Dagestanskiy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Btest does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dagestanskiy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Btest trying to control here.
#T11#
Dagestanskiy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Btest defends it well.
Btest is looking to improve his position.
Btest regains full guard. Nicely done.
Btest working a defensive guard here.
#T12#
Btest keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Dagestanskiy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Btest keeps moving. #T13#
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Btest gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Btest (4) vs (2) Dagestanskiy#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a triangle but Btest pushes his legs off easily.
Btest trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Btest trying to control but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom.
Btest controlling from the top position.
Dagestanskiy looking for a sweep. Not yet Dagestanskiy, not yet. #T14#
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Btest from controlling successfully.
Btest content to stall in guard here.
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Btest from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dagestanskiy trying to keep a closed guard but Btest is proving a slippery customer.
And that's the end of the fight!
Btest takes the fight on points by 4 to 2. |
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Event:
CWC 291 - Tokyo
Date: Jan 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Khaba Dagestanskiy! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Ken Vrjalya!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Taro Takaoka and Ren Mimura.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dagestanskiy slaps away a takedown attempt from Vrjalya, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dagestanskiy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Dagestanskiy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Dagestanskiy gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dagestanskiy (2) vs (0) Vrjalya#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is trying a forearm choke I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dagestanskiy is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vrjalya is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dagestanskiy pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Vrjalya is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Vrjalya has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Dagestanskiy escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Dagestanskiy! Score +3 for passing guard: Dagestanskiy (5) vs (0) Vrjalya
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vrjalya is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Vrjalya is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dagestanskiy's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Dagestanskiy wants to take a breather but Vrjalya is having none of it. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy wants to work for an arm triangle but Vrjalya is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T2##SUB2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.
Vrjalya is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Vrjalya actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is working for a kimura but Vrjalya is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vrjalya doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dagestanskiy. #SUB2#
Vrjalya looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Vrjalya is pressing down on Dagestanskiy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Vrjalya is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy is really struggling to control Vrjalya but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Vrjalya looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Dagestanskiy is defending well. Vrjalya quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Dagestanskiy has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Vrjalya celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Ken Vrjalya!
After winning the bout, Ken Vrjalya thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
C78: McNasty vs. Tofail
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a double leg but Dudley sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
An attempted straight right counter from Dudley misses the target.
We've been hearing reports that Dudley has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A swing and a miss from Dudley.
Nice straight punches there by Dudley. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dudley.
Dagestanskiy throws a right hand that Dudley ducks under and follows up with a left that Dudley also avoids with ease.
Dagestanskiy fails with a takedown attempt.
Dagestanskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook to the body
enabling Dudley to counter with a crisp jab.
Dudley has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Dudley throws a body shot but no joy.
Dudley throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dagestanskiy misses with a right hand
and Dudley counters with a nice body shot. #CL2#
Dagestanskiy moves into range and clinches up with Dudley.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dudley lands a left hand.
Dudley misses with the head strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Dudley throws an elbow but misses. #T1#
Dudley doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dagestanskiy scores with a shoulder strike.
Dudley lands an elbow just above Dagestanskiy 's eye. #CUT#It looks like Khaba Dagestanskiy has been cut.
Dagestanskiy looking to stall.
#BC2#
Dagestanskiy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dudley lands a body shot.
Dagestanskiy connects with a crisp jab.
Dudley takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Dudley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut
and Dudley counters with a stiff right hand.
Dagestanskiy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dudley.
Dudley throws a big counter combination but Dagestanskiy scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dudley moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dudley throwing a counter right hand but Dagestanskiy manages to avoid it.
Dudley throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy staying out of range there.
Dagestanskiy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Dudley thows a left - swing and a miss!
A telegraphed right hand from Dudley misses the target.
Dagestanskiy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab to the body
and Dudley counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dudley cracks Dagestanskiy with an open hand slap.
Dagestanskiy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Dudley is fending him off so far but Dagestanskiy persists. Nope, Dudley circles away and we're back to standing.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws an off balance right hand
and Dudley counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A lazy left from Dagestanskiy finds it's target.
Dagestanskiy with a poor takedown
enabling Dudley to counter with a crisp jab.
Dudley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Dudley moves out of range.
Dudley throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Dudley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Dudley gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dagestanskiy.
Dudley fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dagestanskiy manages to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy with a poor takedown
enabling Dudley to counter with a crisp jab.
Dagestanskiy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dagestanskiy misses with a combination
and Dudley counters with a one-two to the body.
Dudley throws a looping overhand right but Dagestanskiy ducks down to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dudley.
Dudley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
As Dudley backs off Dagestanskiy throws a huge counter combo but Dudley manages to avoid it all.
Dudley misses with a body shot.
Dudley takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Dudley.
Dagestanskiy connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dudley. Dudley circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T4#
Dudley misses the body punch
and Dagestanskiy counters with a left to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dudley seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Dudley throws the left hand but Dagestanskiy avoids the punch easily.
Dagestanskiy misses with a combination
and Dudley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Dudley.
Dudley connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but Dudley avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dagestanskiy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dudley manages to avoid it.
Dudley moves out of range of the strikes.
A jab from Dagestanskiy does it's job there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy has managed to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damian Dudley dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Khaba Dagestanskiy's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A left and a right from Dudley both land. Nice combination. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dudley manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dagestanskiy keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dudley.
Dudley wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Dagestanskiy has him pressed against the cage.
Dagestanskiy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Dudley pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dagestanskiy looking to stall.
Dudley misses with a hook to the ribs.
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!
Dudley lands a right hand. #BC#
Dudley breaks from the clinch.
Dudley misses the jab.
It seemed like Dagestanskiy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Damian Dudley is winning the standup battle so far.
Dagestanskiy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy misses with a takedown attempt
and Dudley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dudley missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dudley.
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dudley misses with a wild body shot.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Dagestanskiy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dudley sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dagestanskiy somewhat.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dudley pinned against the cage. Dudley gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dudley lands a jab.#T2#
Dagestanskiy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dudley throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dagestanskiy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dagestanskiy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dudley uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dagestanskiy.
A punch combination from Dagestanskiy misses.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Dagestanskiy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination that misses
and Dudley counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dagestanskiy thinking.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Dudley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dudley sprawls well. Dudley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dagestanskiy gets slowly back to his feet.
It looked like Dudley was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T3##CL2#
Dudley tries to keep at a distance but Dagestanskiy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Dudley tries to break the clinch but Dagestanskiy is controlling the position.
Dudley lands with a right to the head.
Dudley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dagestanskiy's elbow.
Dudley misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dudley.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Dudley escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dudley.
Dagestanskiy listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dagestanskiy. Dudley does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dudley's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dagestanskiy under the eye.#T4#
Dagestanskiy darts in looking for a takedown but Dudley gets double underhooks and turns Dagestanskiy into the cage.
Dudley throws a right hand that Dagestanskiy ducks under and follows up with a left that Dagestanskiy also avoids with ease.
Dagestanskiy throws out a counter right but Dudley avoids it with no problem.
Dudley takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Nice straight punches there by Dagestanskiy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice straight punches there by Dudley. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dudley.
Dudley will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dudley. Dagestanskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Damian Dudley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dagestanskiy misses with a takedown attempt - Dudley sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Dagestanskiy fails to land the takedown.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dudley.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damian Dudley dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Khaba Dagestanskiy's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Dudley swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy lands with an uppercut that bounces Dudley off the cage and back into range.
Dudley gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot that sends Dudley's belly button to the back.
Dagestanskiy throws a poor cross that misses
and Dudley counters with a stiff right hand.
Dudley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Dudley throwing a counter right hand but Dagestanskiy manages to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Dudley sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dudley. Dagestanskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dudley with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dudley throwing a counter right hand but Dagestanskiy manages to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dudley.
Nice uppercut lands for Dudley. That snapped Dagestanskiy's head back.
Dudley lands a glancing blow to the side of Dagestanskiy's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy takes a swing at Dudley's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Dudley punishes Dagestanskiy's body with a nice straight punch.
Dagestanskiy lands with a good body shot.
Dudley is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dudley connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dagestanskiy's hands.
Dagestanskiy has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Dudley throws a series of punches but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Dagestanskiy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dudley throws the left hand but Dagestanskiy avoids the punch easily.
Dagestanskiy misses with a straight left.
Dagestanskiy thuds a left hand into Dudley's body.
A cross from Dagestanskiy lands.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch successfully.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown but Dudley manages to get underhooks.
#BC2#
Dagestanskiy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dudley feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dagestanskiys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dudley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Dudley.
Damian Dudley is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Dagestanskiy throws a combination that misses
and Dudley counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dudley counters with a stiff right hand.
Dudley lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dagestanskiy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Dagestanskiy throws a right hand that misses
and Dudley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheers as Dudley lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem phased though.
Dudley takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Dudley scores with a jab to the body.
Dagestanskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dudley counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dudley bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab to the body.
Khaba Dagestanskiy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dudley throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dagestanskiy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a combination but Dudley avoids it well.
Dagestanskiy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A punch combination from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dudley dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dudley takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dagestanskiy walks into a jab.
A jab lands there for Dudley.
Dudley misses the jab.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dudley but Dudley pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Damian Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Dudley bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dagestanskiy's head backwards.#T4#
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dagestanskiy doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dudley.
A big right from Dudley misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dudley lands with a nice body punch.
Dagestanskiy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Dudley to counter with a crisp jab.
Dagestanskiy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dagestanskiy trying to control from half guard but Dudley is working away.
Dudley trying to control from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Damian Dudley showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dudley has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damian Dudley!
An out of breath and clearly excited Damian Dudley thanked Vegan Gains for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
C71: Steve vs. Wolfgang
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy lands a glancing blow to the side of Sanada's head.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Sanada with a series of wild strikes but Sanada uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sanada lands a jab to the nose.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Nice strikes from Dagestanskiy there.
Sanada is looking to improve his position.
Dagestanskiy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Sanada defending well though.
Sanada is trying to get back to full guard.
Sanada trying to control from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but Sanada is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Sanada is positioning himself well to prevent Dagestanskiy advancing to mount.
Sanada trying to control from the bottom.
#T1#
Sanada is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dagestanskiy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sanada is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dagestanskiy is nestled in close to Sanada, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Sanada is trying to maintain the position but Dagestanskiy is very close to passing his half guard.
Dagestanskiy thows a huge punch but Sanada dodges it nicely.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dagestanskiy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy wants to take a breather but Sanada is having none of it.
Sanada moves into full guard.
Sanada trying to control the position.
Sanada being controlled here, momentarily.
Dagestanskiy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sanada swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A shot to the body from Sanada misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a left to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Sanada takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy misses with the combination.
Sanada takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dagestanskiy lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Dagestanskiy.
Sanada throws a lazy uppercut
and Dagestanskiy counters with a left to the body.
Masa Sanada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Danga de danga de dang - Dagestanskiy scores with a four punch combination!
A big left from Sanada misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Dagestanskiy misses.
Sanada throws a right hand that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Dagestanskiy's corner calls for a 1-2. Dagestanskiy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sanada staying out of range there.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sanada, as that shot connected.
Dagestanskiy fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Sanada looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Masa Sanada is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sanada throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dagestanskiy's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Dagestanskiy duly obliges.
Dagestanskiy throws a left and a right that both miss
and Sanada connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Dagestanskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy dives in for a single leg takedown but Sanada sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sanada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dagestanskiy is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Sanada with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Sanada with a series of wild strikes but Sanada uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sanada throws a hook but Dagestanskiy blocks it.
Dagestanskiy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sanada's guard.
Sanada looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Sanada throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range as Sanada strikes.
Sanada misses with a hook.
Nice shot by Sanada.
Sanada tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanada.
Dagestanskiy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but no luck this time.
Sanada appears to be looking for a big counter.
Sanada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dagestanskiy connects with a looping right hand.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanada.
Sanada lands with a straight right. Dagestanskiy didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanada throws a poor cross that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sanada thinking.
Sanada just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanada throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
As Sanada backs off Dagestanskiy throws a huge counter combo but Sanada manages to avoid it all.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Sanada.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sanada throws a lazy right hand but Dagestanskiy sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Sanada throws a lazy uppercut
and Dagestanskiy counters with a three punch combo that has Sanada backing up. Sanada nods at Dagestanskiy to acknowledge the strikes.
Sanada throws an off balance right hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Sanada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with a two punch combination.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dagestanskiy lands with a good body shot.
Dagestanskiy staying out of range there.
Dagestanskiy defending well as Sanada loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Sanada misses its intended target.
Dagestanskiy with a nice cross.
Dagestanskiy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sanada throws out the jab. #CL2#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dagestanskiy has Sanada pressed against the cage, preventing Sanada from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Dagestanskiy is pushing Sanada up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Sanada wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy lands a body shot.
Sanada's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sanada tries to circle away but Dagestanskiy has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Sanada pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sanada tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Dagestanskiy is in Sanada's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dagestanskiy's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dagestanskiy working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sanada's head.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes from guard but Sanada blocks nicely.
Dagestanskiy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sanada wants to get back to his feet but Dagestanskiy is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T3#
Sanada trying to control the position here.
Sanada keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sanada holds on and takes a little breather.
Dagestanskiy postures up in Sanada's guard and throws a big left but Sanada blocks it.
Dagestanskiy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Sanada is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nice straight punches there by Sanada. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sanada.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC#
Sanada breaks from the clinch.
Sanada closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice sprawl there from Sanada as Dagestanskiy shoots in.
Dagestanskiy takes a swing at Sanada's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy jabs Sanada right on the nose. Sanada blinks but takes it well.
Sanada lands the left hand.
Sanada throws the left hand but Dagestanskiy avoids the punch easily.
Sanada throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sanada digs a good hook to Dagestanskiy's body.
Dagestanskiy misses with a right hand
and Sanada cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sanada is looking to break free of the clinch but Dagestanskiy has double underhooks.
Dagestanskiy lands a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dagestanskiy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Sanada's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Dagestanskiy moves out of range of the strikes.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dagestanskiy, as that shot connected.
Sanada misses with an uppercut. Dagestanskiy saw that one coming.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Sanada with a series of wild strikes but Sanada uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sanada throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Dagestanskiy lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sanada jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dagestanskiy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sanada is looking to counter punch.
Dagestanskiy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Sanada blocks a jab.
Sanada dodges the punch combination from Dagestanskiy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanada showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Dagestanskiy defending well as Sanada loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Dagestanskiy defending well as Sanada loads up on a big left hand.
Dagestanskiy getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sanada takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sanada misses with a left hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Dagestanskiy gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Sanada's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sanada takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sanada throws a looping overhand right but Dagestanskiy ducks down to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sanada.
Dagestanskiy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sanada.
Sanada looks to score with a jab to the body but Dagestanskiy is just out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sanada.#T2#
Sanada misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Sanada.
Dagestanskiy slips a jab from Sanada.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sanada's guard.
Sanada has his hands on Dagestanskiy's head, controlling the position.
Dagestanskiy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Sanada is trying to control the position but Dagestanskiy postures up.
Dagestanskiy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sanada is trying to keep Dagestanskiy in close.
Masa Sanada has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dagestanskiy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sanada working a defensive guard here.
Sanada keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Sanada thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sanada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dagestanskiy misses with a series of wild punches.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Nice defenses there by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy works Sanada's body with a nice hook.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sanada takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A slow jab from Sanada misses its intended target.
Sanada throws a right hand that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab lands there for Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Sanada lands a head shot.
Dagestanskiy walks into a left hand.
Sanada throws a right hand that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Sanada on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sanada drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice uppercut there from Dagestanskiy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khaba Dagestanskiy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dagestanskiy 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
A relieved looking Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
C67: Tsuruta vs. Dinu 2
Date: Oct 09, 2021 |
#R1##CL#
Choo instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Choo fails to land.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
Dagestanskiy manages to break the clinch.
Dagestanskiy walks into a stiff left hand from Choo.
Choo moves out of range of the strikes.
Choo is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Choo.
Dagestanskiy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Choo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dagestanskiy throws out the jab.
Dagestanskiy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Choo.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Choo parries the strikes from Dagestanskiy easily there. Dagestanskiy is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Choo to escape.
The ground and pound from Dagestanskiy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Choo wants to control but Dagestanskiy postures up.
Dagestanskiy is staying tight to Choo's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Dagestanskiy works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Dagestanskiy scoring with punches and elbows.
Dagestanskiy landing strikes.
Choo is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Choo defending against the ground and pound.
Choo is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Choo is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Dagestanskiy controls the position from side control.
Choo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dagestanskiy's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Choo taking some punishment here, with Dagestanskiy in his half guard.
Dagestanskiy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Choo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dagestanskiy is taking a breather. Choo says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Dagestanskiy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Choo to regain full guard.
Dagestanskiy scoring with some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy working some strikes from top position.
Dagestanskiy working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Choo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dagestanskiy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Choo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dagestanskiy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy postures up.
Dagestanskiy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
Dagestanskiy's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Dagestanskiy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dagestanskiy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Choo keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy chips away with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
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##CL2#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Choo throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Choo throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy. #BC2#
Dagestanskiy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of strikes that have Choo backpedaling.
Choo is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Mew Choo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut there from Choo.
A left lands for Dagestanskiy.
Choo throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dagestanskiy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD2#
Choo gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Dagestanskiy to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Khaba Dagestanskiy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Choo is looking for a triangle but Dagestanskiy pushes his legs off easily.
Dagestanskiy showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Dagestanskiy stands up over Choo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dagestanskiy scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Choo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dagestanskiy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dagestanskiy chips away with some ground and pound.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy 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. #SUB#
Choo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dagestanskiy stands up over Choo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Choo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy with a nice head shot there.
Dagestanskiy throws a big right hand that misses.
Choo keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Dagestanskiy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Choo's head.#T3#
Dagestanskiy distracts Choo with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dagestanskiy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dagestanskiy works over Choo with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Choo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dagestanskiy working some strikes from top position.#SUB2#
Dagestanskiy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dagestanskiy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dagestanskiy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Choo keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy looking to pass the guard.
Dagestanskiy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#SUB#
Choo throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Dagestanskiy escapes and throws Choo's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Choo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy is working Choo over with some ground and pound from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Choo lands with a hook. Dagestanskiy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Choo ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.#CL#
Dagestanskiy tries to keep at a distance but Choo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Choo misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy successfully pulls guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dagestanskiy holds on and takes a little breather.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the position but Choo postures up.
Dagestanskiy has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choo trying to control but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Choo is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dagestanskiy is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dagestanskiy has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##T1#
Choo keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Dagestanskiy landing some decent shots from guard.
Dagestanskiy lands a couple of elbows.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes from guard but Choo blocks nicely. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dagestanskiy works over Choo with some ground and pound from guard.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Choo keeps moving. #SUB#
Choo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dagestanskiy passes into side control.
Choo takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T3#
Dagestanskiy cracks Choo with a big right hand but Choo just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Dagestanskiy lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Choo down.
Dagestanskiy lands an elbow.
Dagestanskiy cracks Choo with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Dagestanskiy working the ground and pound from side control.
Dagestanskiy laying and praying for a moment but Choo takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB2#
Dagestanskiy seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Choo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Choo is keeping him busy.
Mew Choo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Khaba Dagestanskiy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ground and pound from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dagestanskiy is controlling the pace.
Dagestanskiy drops an elbow to the side of Choo's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khaba Dagestanskiy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dagestanskiy 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
A victorious Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
C62: Dinu vs. Lee
Date: Sep 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy misses with a right hand
and Dudley counters with a nice body shot.
Dagestanskiy tries to move into range but Dudley moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dudley takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dudley blocks a jab.
Dagestanskiy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy loads up on a big right hand but Dudley slips the punch.
Dudley throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Decent striking displayed by Dudley there.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Dudley.
Dudley lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dagestanskiy backs up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dudley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dudley throws a hook but Dagestanskiy avoids it easily.
Dagestanskiy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT#It looks like Damian Dudley has been cut.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dudley works Dagestanskiy's body with a nice hook.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dudley has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch up but Dudley circles away and keeps his distance.
Dagestanskiy lands with a right hand.
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dudley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Dudley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dagestanskiy.
Dudley throws a series of punches but Dagestanskiy avoids them all with ease.
It looked like Dagestanskiy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dudley lands with a nice body punch.
Nice uppercut there from Dagestanskiy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dudley counters with a three punch combo that has Dagestanskiy backing up. Dagestanskiy nods at Dudley to acknowledge the strikes.#T2#
Dudley swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dagestanskiy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Dudley. Those never looked like landing.
Dudley ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Dudley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Dudley.
Dudley takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dagestanskiy lands with a shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Dudley moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Dagestanskiy misses the target.
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Dudley.
Dagestanskiy swings for the body but Dudley moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy lands a slapping body shot.
Dudley throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Dudley keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Dudley avoids them all with ease.
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy misses with a series of wild punches.
Dudley missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut. Dudley saw that one coming.
Dudley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dudley lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dagestanskiy circles away quickly and effectively.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dagestanskiy's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Dagestanskiy duly obliges.
Dudley throws a right hand that misses
and Dagestanskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dagestanskiy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dudley throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dudley misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Dudley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dagestanskiy.
A punch combination from Dagestanskiy misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy lands a nice looking body shot.
Dagestanskiy misses the jab.
Dudley lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
Dudley throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Dudley missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dudley leaves Dagestanskiy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dudley waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dudley.
Dudley slips under a jab.
Dudley lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Damian Dudley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Damian Dudley's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A left and a right from Dudley both land. Nice combination.
Dudley throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dagestanskiy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dudley looks to score with a jab to the body but Dagestanskiy is just out of range.
Dagestanskiy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dudley slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Dudley avoids them all with ease.
Dagestanskiy scores with a one two! Dudley had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Damian Dudley seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dudley scores with a decent looking hook.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice uppercut there from Dagestanskiy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dudley.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dudley sprawls well. Dudley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dagestanskiy gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Dudley loads up on a big right hand but Dagestanskiy slips the punch.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dudley scores with a three punch combo!
Dagestanskiy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dudley paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dudley throws a series of punches but Dagestanskiy avoids them all with ease.
Dagestanskiy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dudley sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Dudley on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dudley looks to score with a jab to the body but Dagestanskiy is just out of range.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dudley.
Sloppy strikes from Dagestanskiy. Those never looked like landing.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range as Dudley strikes.
Dagestanskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dudley.
Dudley smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Damian Dudley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Dudley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Dudley takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dudley looks to land a left hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range nicely.
Dagestanskiy scores with a sloppy right hand. Dudley should have avoided that one.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook.
Dagestanskiy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dudley counters with a straight right hand.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown but Dudley circles away easily
and Dudley counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dagestanskiy fails to land with a series of punches.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Dudley avoids them all with ease.
Dagestanskiy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dudley looks to land a combination but Dagestanskiy avoids it well. #T3#
Dagestanskiy wants to clinch up but Dudley keeps it at a distance.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook
and Dagestanskiy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Dudley as he jumps to the side.
Dudley misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
Dudley looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dudley connects with a single shot there.
Dudley misses with a straight left.
Dudley connects with a single shot there.
Dudley slips a straight right by Dagestanskiy.
Dudley is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dagestanskiy with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy misses with a looping right.
A combination from Dagestanskiy does no damage. #T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Dudley darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dudley on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook. Dudley ducked under it nicely.
Some wild striking there from Dagestanskiy.
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!
Dagestanskiy misses with a takedown
and Dudley cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dagestanskiy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dudley connects with a body shot that sends Dagestanskiy's belly button to the back.
Dagestanskiy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dudley defends well and Dagestanskiy ends up having to push Dudley into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Dudley keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Dagestanskiy's efforts to push away.
Dagestanskiy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC2#
Dudley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Damian Dudley showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Damian Dudley's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Dudley throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dagestanskiy on the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy scores with a hook.
A punch combination from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut
and Dudley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dudley looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dudley with a hook.
Dagestanskiy throws a body shot but no joy.
Dagestanskiy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Dudley blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dudley throws out a loose jab but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dudley wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dudley moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dudley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dudley keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy throws a poor cross that misses
and Dudley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Dagestanskiy throws a right hand that misses
and Dudley counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab to the body
and Dudley counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dudley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dagestanskiy throws out the jab.
Dudley slips under a jab from Dagestanskiy.
Dudley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dudley displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dagestanskiy throws out the jab.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook. Dudley ducked under it nicely.
Dudley throws a body shot but no joy.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dudley tries to bum rush Dagestanskiy with a series of wild strikes but Dagestanskiy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dudley lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dagestanskiy circles away quickly and effectively.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Dudley manages to avoid it.
Dudley throws a hook but Dagestanskiy avoids it easily.
Damian Dudley is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dudley moves away.
Dagestanskiy takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dudley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dagestanskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dudley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a jab to the body but Dudley is just out of range.
A jab from Dudley misses.
Dudley throws a shot from downtown. Dagestanskiy moves away and avoids it.
Dagestanskiy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Dudley slips a jab and a cross from Dagestanskiy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dudley lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Dudley avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dudley uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dudley swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Khaba Dagestanskiy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Dudley looks to land a right hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range.
Dudley lands a nice shot that snaps Dagestanskiy's head back.
Dagestanskiy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dudley circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dudley moves out of range as Dagestanskiy strikes.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dudley moves away.
Dudley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy looks to throw the jab but Dudley is out of range.
Dudley avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dudley works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A shot to the liver by Dagestanskiy. Beautiful body shot.
Dudley scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dudley manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
It seemed like Dudley was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dagestanskiy lands a jab to the nose.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Dudley with a series of wild strikes but Dudley uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice jab there from Dudley.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nice body punch from Dudley.
Some wild striking there from Dagestanskiy.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dagestanskiy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dudley on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Damian Dudley comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dudley 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Damian Dudley!
Damian Dudley gave a mention to Vegan Gains in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
C57: Corassa vs. Time II
Date: Aug 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook
and Chelios finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Chelios misses with a hook. Dagestanskiy ducked under it nicely.
Dagestanskiy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab.
Chelios bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Chelios tries to land a leg kick but Dagestanskiy saw it coming and moves away.
Dagestanskiy punishes Chelios's body with a nice straight punch.
Dagestanskiy blocks the body kick.
Chelios misses with a straight right.
Chelios looks to land a left hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range nicely.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination that misses
and Chelios counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Dagestanskiy thinking.
Dagestanskiy is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dagestanskiy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Chelios's hands.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Chelios dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Chelios scores with a hook.
Chelios takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Dagestanskiy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chelios counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dagestanskiy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dagestanskiy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Chelios throws out the jab.
Dagestanskiy slips a straight right by Chelios.
Chelios swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A big left from Dagestanskiy misses.
Nice straight punches there by Dagestanskiy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dagestanskiy.
Chelios jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dagestanskiy lands a lovely overhand right.
Chelios is looking to score with low kicks.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Chelios moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Chelios slips under a jab from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Chelios looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dagestanskiy lands a two punch combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Chelios misses the body punch
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Chelios lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T2#
Dagestanskiy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Chelios can pounce on him.
Chelios misses with a straight right.
Dagestanskiy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Chelios throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Dagestanskiy counter with a right hand.
Chelios connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dagestanskiy tries to move into range but Chelios moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Chelios avoids it easily.
Chelios lands a leg kick that knocks Dagestanskiy off balance momentarily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Chelios, as that shot connected.
Chelios looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Dagestanskiy lands with a nice combination. Chelios backs away looking to recover.
Chelios keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios scores with a hook to the body. Dagestanskiy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Chelios.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Chelios moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Chelios blocks it.#T3#
Dagestanskiy walks forward, straight into a front kick from Chelios.
Chelios cracks a nice hook into Dagestanskiy's ribs.
Dagestanskiy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Chelios swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Chelios scores with a shot to the body.
Chelios digs a good body shot into Dagestanskiy's ribs.
Dagestanskiy takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Chelios throws a poor cross that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chelios throws a nice outside leg kick.
Dagestanskiy avoids the head kick by Chelios.
Chelios looks to land a left hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range nicely.
Chelios avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chelios lunges at Dagestanskiy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dagestanskiy's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chelios uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy looks to throw the jab but Chelios is out of range.
Chelios misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
#T4#
Chelios thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Chelios.
Chelios lands a leg kick that knocks Dagestanskiy off balance momentarily.
Some wild striking there from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios lunges at Dagestanskiy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dagestanskiy's hand.
Chelios works the jab nicely.
Chelios keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios takes one to the chin there.
Chelios cracks Dagestanskiy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dagestanskiy dips to his left and cracks Chelios with an uppercut!
Dagestanskiy is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Chelios throws a solid leg kick but Dagestanskiy takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Chelios.
Dagestanskiy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Chelios tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Chelios.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jensen Chelios dominated that round.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A swing and a miss from Chelios.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Chelios with a series of wild strikes but Chelios uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Chelios bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Chelios lands a jab.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Dagestanskiy might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A jab lands there for Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dagestanskiy misses with a right hand
and Chelios counters with a stiff right hand.
Chelios bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dagestanskiy's head backwards.#ROC2#Dagestanskiy is rocked!
Chelios slips a jab from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Oh Dagestanskiy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dagestanskiy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Chelios counters with a right hand to the body.
Chelios throws a body shot but no joy.
Dagestanskiy seems to have got his legs back now.
Chelios chopping away at his opponent's legs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chelios lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Chelios uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dagestanskiy.#T1#
Chelios uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dagestanskiy has time to react.
Chelios lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Dagestanskiy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dagestanskiy staying out of range there.
The fighters circling - Chelios throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a counter combo.
Chelios bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dagestanskiy with a poor takedown
and Chelios cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dagestanskiy takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Chelios avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dagestanskiy misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Chelios to counter with a crisp jab.
Chelios lands a really nice looking cross but Dagestanskiy seems unphased.
Chelios looks to score with a jab to the body but Dagestanskiy is just out of range.
Chelios throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice defenses there by Chelios.
Chelios misses with a jab to the body
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Chelios takes one to the side of the head.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a right hand but Chelios moved out of range.
Chelios steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Chelios misses the shot to the body.
A lazy left from Dagestanskiy finds it's target.
Chelios throws an overhand right that lands on Dagestanskiy's shoulder, as Dagestanskiy tries to avoid the shot.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Chelios avoids them all with ease.
Dagestanskiy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Chelios stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dagestanskiy takes a kick to the side of the head.
Chelios scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dagestanskiy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#T3#
Chelios just misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chelios makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Chelios ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Dagestanskiy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dagestanskiy walks into a left hand.
Chelios cracks a nice hook into Dagestanskiy's ribs.
Chelios waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy shoots and misses
letting Chelios counter with a right hand.
Chelios throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Chelios with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Chelios scores with a nice strike.
Chelios connects with a leg kick.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Chelios moves out of range.
Chelios avoids a punch combination nicely.
Chelios has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Chelios throws a head kick that half lands.
Chelios cracks a nice hook into Dagestanskiy's ribs.
Chelios misses with a head kick.
Dagestanskiy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chelios lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dagestanskiy at a distance.
Chelios uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Chelios misses with a straight right.
Dagestanskiy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chelios throws a right hand that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a right hand to the body.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch but Chelios moves out of range.
And Chelios responds with a good body kick, but Dagestanskiy manages to step out the way in time.
Dagestanskiy moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chelios.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jensen Chelios showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Dagestanskiy has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dagestanskiy there as he acknowledges the shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Chelios, as that shot connected.
Dagestanskiy darts in looking for a takedown but Chelios gets double underhooks and turns Dagestanskiy into the cage.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Chelios! But no joy.
Chelios misses with some punches.
Chelios cracks Dagestanskiy with a nice body shot.
Chelios tries to work over Dagestanskiy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Chelios throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy is looking to control Chelios's arms but Chelios gets an underhook and turns him. Now Dagestanskiy has his back to the cage.
Chelios lands a right hand.
Chelios tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dagestanskiy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy misses with a punch on the inside.
Dagestanskiy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A right hand to the body from Chelios.
Chelios works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Chelios lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chelios.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Chelios lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Chelios is muscling Dagestanskiy up against the cage and as Dagestanskiy bounces back off, Chelios cracks him with a huge right hand! Dagestanskiy crumples to the mat - he's out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jensen Chelios!
Jensen Chelios seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
C50: Maestre vs. Zan
Date: Jul 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy cracks Sanada with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Sanada misses with a straight right.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Sanada.
Dagestanskiy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sanada pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Dagestanskiy dives in and scores a takedown into Sanada's guard.
Dagestanskiy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sanada managing to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanada is trying to keep Dagestanskiy in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Dagestanskiy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Sanada's head.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Sanada is working from the bottom.
Sanada preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sanada has his hands on Dagestanskiy's head, controlling the position.
Dagestanskiy is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dagestanskiy fails with the takedown.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab when Sanada was well out of range.
A big left from Dagestanskiy misses.
Sanada defending well as Dagestanskiy loads up on a big left hand.
Sanada throws out a loose jab but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Sanada misses.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice looking body shot.
Sanada uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Sanada takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Sanada manages to avoid it.
Sanada throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sanada takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Masa Sanada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sanada.
Sanada ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch there but Sanada circles away.
A little jabbing left from Sanada on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Sanada misses with an uppercut.
Sanada takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Sanada lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook. Sanada ducked under it nicely.
Sanada looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Masa Sanada is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Dagestanskiy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dagestanskiy showed some decent athleticism there.
Dagestanskiy not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sanada won't allow Dagestanskiy to pass to mount.
Sanada trying to control here.
Dagestanskiy tries to pass the half guard into mount. Sanada knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T4#
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a strike but Sanada avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Dagestanskiy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sanada pulls Dagestanskiy in close to prevent any damage.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Sanada keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Sanada is working from the bottom.
Sanada controls Dagestanskiy momentarily but Dagestanskiy frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dagestanskiy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dagestanskiy staying out of range there.
Dagestanskiy shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sanada eats them both and turns towards Dagestanskiy to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Sanada throws a good cross that connects.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range as Sanada strikes.
Dagestanskiy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A slow jab from Sanada misses its intended target.
Sanada takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dagestanskiy throws a body shot but no joy.
Sanada looks to land a right hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range.
Dagestanskiy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sanada misses with an uppercut
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dagestanskiy misses with a wild body shot.
Sanada looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sanada lands with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy throws an overhand right that lands on Sanada's shoulder, as Sanada tries to avoid the shot.
A swing and a miss from Sanada.
Sanada throws a good cross that connects.
Masa Sanada seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sanada misses with a combination
and Dagestanskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab.
Sanada might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Sanada is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Sanada uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Sanada throws a combination that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a nice uppercut.
Sanada throws an off balance right hand
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Sanada displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dagestanskiy.
Sanada misses with a looping right.
Sanada pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It looked like Dagestanskiy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Some wild striking there from Dagestanskiy.
Sanada throws a poor cross that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dagestanskiy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Sanadas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Sanada moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sanada.
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!#TD#
Dagestanskiy looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Sanada is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Sanada is trying to break free.
Dagestanskiy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
Sanada's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sanada misses with a straight right.
Sanada swings widly with a right hand
letting Dagestanskiy counter with a right hand.
Sanada throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sanada throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sanada missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sanada misses with a looping right.#T3#
Sanada uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sanada cracks Dagestanskiy with a right hand to the side of the head.
Sanada misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sanada fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sanada misses with a left hand
and Sanada takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sanada throws a shot from downtown. Dagestanskiy moves away and avoids it.
Dagestanskiy clobbers Sanada with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sanada misses with a wild body shot.
A left and a right from Dagestanskiy both land. Nice combination.
Sanada throws a hook but Dagestanskiy blocks it.
Good standup being displayed there by Dagestanskiy as he connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sanada shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Sanada to counter with a crisp jab.
Dagestanskiy lands an overhand right.#T4#
Sanada cracks Dagestanskiy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy throws a body shot but no joy.
Dagestanskiy cracks a nice hook into Sanada's ribs.
Sanada leaves Dagestanskiy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sanada misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sanada throws a hook but Dagestanskiy avoids it easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanada. Dagestanskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dagestanskiy digs a good hook to Sanada's body.
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy right hand but Sanada sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dagestanskiy throws a sloppy body shot
and Sanada counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dagestanskiy with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sanada to score with a decent uppercut.#ROC2#Dagestanskiy is rocked!
Dagestanskiy wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Masa Sanada will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Sanada misses with a straight right. #KD2#
Sanada cracks Dagestanskiy with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Dagestanskiy looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away can Sanada finish him?
Oh Dagestanskiy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook to the body
and Sanada counters with a huge left! Dagestanskiy is in big trouble! He's backing up but Sanada isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Dagestanskiy from any more damage. A dominating finish by Sanada!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Masa Sanada!
Masa Sanada really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Conviction logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. |
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Event:
C45: Umm vs. Kuwabara
Date: Jun 26, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy keeps the fight on the outside.
Dagestanskiy with the counter takedown but Stevenson avoids it easily.
Dagestanskiy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Stevenson swivels and escapes.
Stevenson staying out of range there.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Still in the clinch, Dagestanskiy scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC2#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Dagestanskiy lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Stevenson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Stevenson avoids them all with ease.
A lazy left from Stevenson finds it's target.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Stevenson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Stevenson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dagestanskiy in his tracks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Stevenson darts in trying to clinch
and Dagestanskiy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Stevenson gets underhooks to prevent Dagestanskiy's takedown attempt.
Stevenson presses Dagestanskiy against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Dagestanskiy blocking some punches.
Stevenson tries a body shot but Dagestanskiy blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dagestanskiy.
Stevenson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stevenson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Stevenson lands an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Stevenson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dagestanskiy.
A head punch on the inside from Dagestanskiy fails to land.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with an uppercut but Stevenson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stevenson lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
A short uppercut from Dagestanskiy.
Stevenson can't find room to land a body shot as Dagestanskiy controls the action.
Stevenson working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dagestanskiy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Dagestanskiy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A jab from Stevenson misses.
Stevenson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dagestanskiy to score with a decent uppercut.
Stevenson jabs Dagestanskiy to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Adonis Stevenson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Stevenson has managed to clinch.
Dagestanskiy lands with a right to the head.
Dagestanskiy digs a right hand into Stevenson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Stevenson's gas tank.
Dagestanskiy prevents a body shot from Stevenson.
Stevenson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Stevenson struggles to land a body shot inside as Dagestanskiy controls his hands.
#T3##BC2#
Dagestanskiy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stevenson throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Stevenson misses with a left hand
and Stevenson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dagestanskiy misses with a straight left. #TD2#
Stevenson gets caught flat footed, as Dagestanskiy shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Stevenson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dagestanskiy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Stevenson is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T4#
Dagestanskiy throws an elbow that misses. Stevenson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dagestanskiy's guard. Nice move by Stevenson!#REVR#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #SUB2#
Stevenson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Stevenson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dagestanskiy keeping moving, preventing Stevenson from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dagestanskiy swats away the attempt to clinch by Stevenson.
Stevenson misses with an uppercut. Dagestanskiy saw that one coming.
Dagestanskiy misses with a straight right.
Stevenson tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dagestanskiy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Stevenson scores with a nice right hand.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Stevenson throws a lazy uppercut
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch up.
Stevenson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Stevenson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dagestanskiy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stevenson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dagestanskiy to score with a decent uppercut.
Dagestanskiy walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Stevenson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
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!
Stevenson tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a combination. Stevenson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a right hand but Stevenson moved out of range.#T1#
Stevenson tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Stevenson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with a telegraphed body shot
#CL#
and Stevenson counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Stevenson lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy wants to take the fight to the mat but Stevenson manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Stevenson tries a body shot but Dagestanskiy blocks it.
Dagestanskiy drops down looking for an ankle pick but Stevenson pulls his leg out and moves away.
A slow jab from Stevenson misses its intended target.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot that sends Stevenson's belly button to the back.
Stevenson is looking to clinch but Dagestanskiy is avoiding it.
Stevenson misses the jab.
Stevenson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short body shot lands from Stevenson as the two fighters clinch.
#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Stevenson fails to land. #BC2#
Dagestanskiy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown but Stevenson sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Adonis Stevenson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A combination from Dagestanskiy does no damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Dagestanskiy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Good exchange - Stevenson coming out on top.#CL#
Stevenson pushes Dagestanskiy up against the cage in a clinch.
Good body shot from Stevenson.
Dagestanskiy prevents a body shot from Stevenson.
Dagestanskiy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stevenson tries to throw a body punch but Dagestanskiy avoids it by throwing Stevenson back against the cage.
Stevenson blocks an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy drops down looking for an ankle pick but Stevenson pulls his leg out and moves away.
Dagestanskiy keeps the fight on the outside.#T3#
Stevenson lands with a good body shot.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Stevenson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Stevenson is looking to clinch but Dagestanskiy is avoiding it.
Dagestanskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Stevenson.
Stevenson slips under a jab.
A swing and a miss from Dagestanskiy.
Stevenson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dagestanskiy's hands.
Stevenson throws a hook but Dagestanskiy blocks it.
Stevenson tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Dagestanskiy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but no luck this time.
Stevenson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dagestanskiy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dagestanskiy! But no joy.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot that sends Stevenson's belly button to the back.
Stevenson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Adonis Stevenson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stevenson tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.
Stevenson moves in looking to clinch but Dagestanskiy pushes him off.#T4#
Stevenson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Stevenson seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Stevenson tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.
Stevenson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dagestanskiy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheers as Stevenson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem phased though.
Stevenson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from Stevenson.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Stevenson, as that shot connected.
#CL#
Stevenson moves into range and clinches up with Dagestanskiy.
Stevenson prevents the takedown attempt.
Dagestanskiy pushes Stevenson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Dagestanskiy has a couple of punches blocked by Stevenson.
The referee is keeping an eye on Dagestanskiy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Adonis Stevenson has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Adonis Stevenson dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Stevenson.
Stevenson throws out a loose jab but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stevenson misses with a looping right.
Dagestanskiy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Stevenson.
Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stevenson.
A telegraphed right hand from Dagestanskiy misses the target.
A swing and a miss from Dagestanskiy.
Stevenson tries to clinch up.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy shoots in and bounces Stevenson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Dagestanskiy with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Stevenson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T1##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy looking for a triangle here. Stevenson is fighting it but it looks tight! Dagestanskiy pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Stevenson is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
A relieved looking Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
C39: Steve vs. Jako
Date: May 29, 2021 |
#R1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Rai.
Rai moves out of range as Dagestanskiy strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Dagestanskiy blocks the leg kick.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dagestanskiy scores with a one two! Rai had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Rai throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rai stuffs the takedown.
Rai throws a head kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Rai throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch there but Rai circles away.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rai sprawls well. Rai wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dagestanskiy gets slowly back to his feet.
Rai does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rai thows a leg kick but Dagestanskiy checks it
and Dagestanskiy counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Dagestanskiy moves into range and clinches up with Rai.
A left hand lands to the body for Rai.
A short left from Rai.
Dagestanskiy prevents Rai from breaking the clinch.
Rai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
I was talking to Dagestanskiy's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
Rai throws a head punch that misses.
Rai lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rai pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dagestanskiy drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Rai gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Rai misses with a body punch.
Rai lands with a right to the head.
Dagestanskiy blocking some punches.
Rai has a couple of punches blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy just leaning against Rai, taking a breather. #TD#
Dagestanskiy has hold of one of Rai's legs. Rai is fighting the takedown attempt but Dagestanskiy gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Rai wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
Dagestanskiy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes from guard but Rai blocks nicely.
Rai has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dagestanskiy stopping the sweep attempt from Rai.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rai holds on and takes a little breather.
Dagestanskiy works over Rai with some ground and pound from guard.
Dagestanskiy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rai swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes from guard but Rai blocks nicely. #T3#
Rai utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes from guard but Rai blocks nicely.
Rai is pulling down on Dagestanskiy's head. It's preventing any offense from Dagestanskiy, at least for the moment.
Dagestanskiy looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rai controls Dagestanskiy momentarily but Dagestanskiy frees himself.
Rai pulls Dagestanskiy in to control the position.
Rai looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dagestanskiy is one step ahead there.
Dagestanskiy controls from within his opponent's guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Dagestanskiy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dagestanskiy stopping the sweep attempt from Rai.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Rai is working from the bottom.
Rai is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dagestanskiy regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rai seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Dagestanskiy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Rai must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Rai controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Zenzo Rai will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rai.
Dagestanskiy fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Rai on the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy misses with a series of wild punches.
Dagestanskiy misses the jab.
Rai lands a slapping body shot.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a combination but Rai avoids it well.
Rai scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Rai stuns Dagestanskiy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rai attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Rai digs a good body shot into Dagestanskiy's ribs.
Rai lands with a right hand.
Dagestanskiy scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
An elbow from Dagestanskiy crashes against the mat.
#T1#
Rai is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Rai parries the strikes from Dagestanskiy easily there. Dagestanskiy is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Rai to escape.
Dagestanskiy working away.
Dagestanskiy scoring with punches and elbows.
Khaba Dagestanskiy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dagestanskiy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Dagestanskiy working the ground and pound from side control.
Rai struggling a bit here.
Rai is letting Dagestanskiy control him for a moment.
Rai sneaks back into half guard.
Dagestanskiy prevents Rai from improving his position.#T2#
Rai keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Rai is trying to control but can't.
Dagestanskiy content to control rather than advance. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rai defends it well.
Rai wants to improve his position but Dagestanskiy is controlling well.
#T3#
Rai is concentrating on defense, preventing Dagestanskiy from advancing position.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but Rai is blocking nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Rai is defending against the submission attempts here by Dagestanskiy.
Rai is looking for a sweep. Dagestanskiy is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rai is controlling Dagestanskiy's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Rai is trying to control but can't.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Rai blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy prevents Rai from improving his position.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Rai is keeping him busy. #T4#
Rai holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rai is trying to control but can't.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Rai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dagestanskiy is working away from the top position though.
Dagestanskiy working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Rai is defending against the submission attempts here by Dagestanskiy.
Rai is looking to improve his position.
Rai works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rai looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dagestanskiy scoring with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that second round.
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#
Rai throws a head kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range as Rai strikes.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Rai swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rai swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rai throws a low kick, looking for Dagestanskiy's leg but Dagestanskiy calmly moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Rai moves out of range.
Rai throws out a leg kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range and Rai only half commits.
Dagestanskiy blocks a head kick by Rai.
Dagestanskiy avoids the head kick by Rai.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rai dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dagestanskiy. That did some damage!
Rai will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dagestanskiy throws a big counter combination but Rai scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Rai scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem bothered though.
Dagestanskiy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dagestanskiy shoots in looking for a takedown but Rai manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dagestanskiy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dagestanskiy cracks Rai with a good jab.#T1#
Rai misses with a head kick.
Rai misses with a low kick as Dagestanskiy jumps back.
Rai is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dagestanskiy rather than just go for the knockout.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of strikes that have Rai backpedaling.
Rai avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dagestanskiy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rai manages to avoid it.
Rai misses with a straight right.
Rai throws a head kick that Dagestanskiy semi-blocks.
Rai throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL#
Dagestanskiy rushes Rai and presses him up against the cage.
Rai tries to throw a body punch but Dagestanskiy avoids it by throwing Rai back against the cage.
Dagestanskiy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Rai fails to land.
Dagestanskiy taking a breather.#BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks from the clinch.
#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A combination from Dagestanskiy does no damage.
Rai pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dagestanskiy is out of range and Rai settles back down.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Some bone on bone action there as Dagestanskiy checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
#TD#
Dagestanskiy gets a double leg takedown into Rai's guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rai holds on and takes a little breather.
Dagestanskiy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rai controlling the position.
Rai is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Dagestanskiy working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dagestanskiy is looking to work some ground and pound but Rai has wrist control.#T3#
Rai tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rai has momentary wrist control but Dagestanskiy slips an elbow through the middle.
Rai wants to sweep here but Dagestanskiy controlling him for the moment.
Dagestanskiy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dagestanskiy is looking to work some ground and pound but Rai has wrist control.
Dagestanskiy is in close to Rai's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Dagestanskiy being controlled here momentarily.
Dagestanskiy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rai pulls Dagestanskiy in close to his closed guard and prevents Dagestanskiy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dagestanskiy showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dagestanskiy won't allow Rai to sweep him here.
Rai working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rai has control of Dagestanskiy's left arm, preventing Dagestanskiy from doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy is working Rai over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dagestanskiy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Rai is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khaba Dagestanskiy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dagestanskiy 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 29:28
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:28
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
During a confident post fight interview, Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
C33: Lydon vs. Umm
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Honey closes the distance looking to clinch #TD2#
and Dagestanskiy counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Honey pulls Dagestanskiy in close to his closed guard and prevents Dagestanskiy from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dagestanskiy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dagestanskiy postures up in Honey's guard and throws a big left but Honey blocks it.
Dagestanskiy postures up in Honey's guard and throws a big left but Honey blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Honey is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy postures up in Honey's guard and throws a big left but Honey blocks it.
Dagestanskiy working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Honey's head.#T1#
Honey working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Honey is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Alpha Brasil that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Honey lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dagestanskiy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dagestanskiy throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Dagestanskiy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Honey controlling from the top position.
Honey has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dagestanskiy is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Honey avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy distracts Honey with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Honey avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy postures up.
Dagestanskiy cracks Honey with a solid left hand.
Dagestanskiy with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Honey is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy controlling from the top position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Honey is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Honey takes a swing at Dagestanskiy's ribcage but misses.
Hugh Honey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Honey tries to clinch there but Dagestanskiy circles away.
Dagestanskiy throws out a counter right but Honey avoids it with no problem.
Dagestanskiy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Honey's hands.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Honey.
A shot to the body from Dagestanskiy misses
and Honey counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Honey throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dagestanskiy sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T4#
Honey stuffs the takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy. Dagestanskiy gets slowly back to his feet.
Honey misses with a hook
and Dagestanskiy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the side of Honey's head but Honey sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Honey swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dagestanskiy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Honey throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Honey misses with an uppercut.
Honey misses with a right hand
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
and Dagestanskiy counters with a left to the body. #TD2#
Honey tries to sprawl but Dagestanskiy drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy misses with a head shot. Honey uses the momentum to regain guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A shot to the liver by Dagestanskiy. Beautiful body shot.
Honey ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Honey.
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Honey.
Honey tries to clinch up but Dagestanskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
Dagestanskiy with a poor takedown
and Honey counters with a straight right hand.
Dagestanskiy loads up on a big right hand but Honey slips the punch.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice looking body shot.
Honey misses with a looping right.
Dagestanskiy lands with a good body shot.
Honey throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Dagestanskiy counters with a nice double leg into guard.
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!
Dagestanskiy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Honey is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Honey is working from the bottom. #T1#
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Honey is keeping the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Honey manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Dagestanskiy is trying to keep Honey in close.
Dagestanskiy wants to sweep but no luck.
Dagestanskiy bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Honey's guard. #REVB##T2#
Dagestanskiy chips away with some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dagestanskiy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes but missing.
Dagestanskiy distracts Honey with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dagestanskiy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dagestanskiy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T3#
Dagestanskiy throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dagestanskiy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Honey tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dagestanskiy looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dagestanskiy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dagestanskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Honey avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dagestanskiy misses with a straight left.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Honey loads up on a big right hand but Dagestanskiy slips the punch.
Honey works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Honey throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Honey swings widly with a right hand
letting Dagestanskiy counter with a right hand. #T4#
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy right hand but Honey sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Honey lunges at Dagestanskiy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dagestanskiy's hand.
Honey with a nice cross.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Honey ducks right into an uppercut from Dagestanskiy.
Honey is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Honey wants to land a leg kick but Dagestanskiy is out of range.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice hook to Honey's body. Honey takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Honey bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Honey tries to bum rush Dagestanskiy with a series of wild strikes but Dagestanskiy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dagestanskiy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Honey misses with a series of wild punches.
Dagestanskiy swings for the body but Honey moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice looking combination but Honey bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Honey throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Honey attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A nice side step and Dagestanskiy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Honey closes the distance and clinches.
Honey misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Honey manages to break the clinch.
Honey gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Honey connects with the punch.
Dagestanskiy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Dagestanskiy fails with a takedown attempt.
Honey misses with a left hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Honey fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Dagestanskiy is looking for the big counter here.
Honey on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Honey takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Honey lands a nice shot that snaps Dagestanskiy's head back.
Honey throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dagestanskiy is looking for the big counter here.#T1#
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Honey closes the distance but Dagestanskiy moves to the side
and Dagestanskiy counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Honey thinking.
Honey comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dagestanskiy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Honey takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Honey.
Honey swings widly with a right hand
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice defenses there by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dagestanskiy takes one on the button.
Honey lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
Honey throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Dagestanskiy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Honey manages to avoid it.
No joy there for Honey, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dagestanskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Honey.
Dagestanskiy throws a counter combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab, jab by Honey - just one landing.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Honey moves out of range.
Hugh Honey is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Dagestanskiy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Honey counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#Dagestanskiy is rocked!
Dagestanskiy digs a good hook to Honey's body.
Dagestanskiy is still on wobbly legs! Can Honey finish him?
Decent striking displayed by Dagestanskiy there.
Honey tries to clinch up but Dagestanskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
Dagestanskiy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Dagestanskiy seems to have recovered his senses.#CL2#
Honey tries to keep at a distance but Dagestanskiy has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch.
Honey connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dagestanskiy. Dagestanskiy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A swing and a miss from Honey.
The fighters circle momentarily. Honey darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Honey misses the target.
Honey closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Dagestanskiy! Honey dives in looking to finish! Dagestanskiy is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hugh Honey!
Hugh Honey decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
KOM Lightweights Semi Finals
Date: Mar 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy misses with a series of wild punches.
A decent looking cross lands there for Petersen.
Dagestanskiy throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT#It looks like Steven Petersen has been cut.
Dagestanskiy doesn't manage to clinch there - Petersen circles away.
Petersen stalks Dagestanskiy and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dagestanskiy's face. Dagestanskiy staggers backwards, shaken.
Petersen dodges the punch combination from Dagestanskiy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Petersen! But no joy.
Petersen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Good exchange - Dagestanskiy coming out on top.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Petersen looks to land a left hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range nicely.
Dagestanskiy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy misses the jab.
Dagestanskiy misses with a lunging right hand
and Dagestanskiy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Petersen with a series of wild strikes but Petersen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A lazy left from Petersen finds it's target.#TD#
Dagestanskiy shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Petersen is trying to defend but Dagestanskiy finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Petersen is doing well to control the position and prevent Dagestanskiy from advancing to side control.
Petersen is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Dagestanskiy jumps into side control!
Petersen takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy in side control lands a decent elbow.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Petersen is keeping him busy. #T2#
Petersen struggling a bit here.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Petersen tries to buck Dagestanskiy off but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Petersen, who protects the arm well.
Dagestanskiy has control of an arm but Petersen manages to advance to Dagestanskiy's back!
You can see the frustration on Dagestanskiy's face He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Petersen trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Dagestanskiy doesn't escape. #T3#
Petersen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Even with his hooks in, Petersen manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Dagestanskiy staying busy and making it hard for Petersen to control.
Petersen is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #SUB2#
Petersen is looking for the choke from the back position but Dagestanskiy is controlling his hands well.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but not successfully.
Petersen is controlling the position but Dagestanskiy somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
#T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Petersen is trying to control the action in half guard but Dagestanskiy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dagestanskiy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Petersen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Petersen's back!
Petersen wants to escape the position.
Dagestanskiy punishes Petersen with strikes from the back mount.
Dagestanskiy is landing with strikes from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy keeps control of the position as Petersen tries to break free.
Dagestanskiy trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Steven Petersen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dagestanskiy dives in for a single leg takedown but Petersen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Petersen working aggressively here.
Dagestanskiy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right from Dagestanskiy on the inside.
Petersen tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Petersen misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy has Petersen pushed against the cage.
Dagestanskiy slows down the pace here.
Dagestanskiy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Petersen is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Petersen tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Petersen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Petersen misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Dagestanskiy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dagestanskiy content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Petersen leaning against his opponent.
Petersen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dagestanskiy pushes Petersen back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petersen misses with the head strike.
Dagestanskiy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short body shot lands from Petersen as the two fighters clinch.
Petersen looking to slow down the pace here.
Petersen taking a breather.
Petersen is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Dagestanskiy has denied him.
A short body shot lands from Petersen as the two fighters clinch.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Petersen blocks an uppercut.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Petersen lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD#
Dagestanskiy lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
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!
Petersen controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Dagestanskiy working over Petersen with some ground and pound. Petersen looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dagestanskiy working the head and body with strikes.
Petersen wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Petersen is pressing down on Dagestanskiy's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T3#
Petersen working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Khaba Dagestanskiy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Petersen is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands a big shot to Petersen's brow.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Petersen keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Petersen can do to turn this around?#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dagestanskiy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Petersen is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dagestanskiy is staying active underneath Petersen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dagestanskiy is concentrating on defense, preventing Petersen from advancing position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy is looking to control Petersen's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dagestanskiy avoid being mounted?
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Steven Petersen's cut.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Dagestanskiy dives in for a single leg takedown but Petersen sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Petersen only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Dagestanskiy changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Petersen fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Petersen showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Petersen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dagestanskiy throws out a loose jab but Petersen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Petersen with a series of wild strikes but Petersen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Petersen looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Petersen staying out of range there.
It seemed like Petersen was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A slapping leg kick lands for Petersen.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Petersen moves out of range.
Petersen throws a shot from downtown. Dagestanskiy moves away and avoids it.
Dagestanskiy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Petersen misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Dagestanskiy lands a right hook to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Petersen moves out of range.
Petersen is looking for the big counter here.
Petersen throws a head kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Petersen ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Petersen misses with a leg kick.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab to the body
and Dagestanskiy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Petersen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Petersen moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Petersen.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Petersen avoids them all with ease.
Petersen fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dagestanskiy checks it well. #T2#
Dagestanskiy connects with the punch.
Petersen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Petersen now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dagestanskiy connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Petersen.
Petersen is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dagestanskiy with a body shot.
Petersen turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dagestanskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown but Petersen circles away easily
and Petersen counters with a straight right hand.
Petersen attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot.
Petersen ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Petersen moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Petersen throws a head kick that half lands.
#T3#
Dagestanskiy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Petersen counters with a right hand to the body.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Petersen.
A nice leg kick from Petersen, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dagestanskiy feints a jab promting Petersen to slip. Dagestanskiy then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Petersen slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Petersen throws a leg kick but Dagestanskiy moved away.
Dagestanskiy tests Petersen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Petersen gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dagestanskiy has his takedown stuffed
and Petersen counters with a head kick. #CL#
Dagestanskiy pushes Petersen up against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Petersen is pushing Dagestanskiy up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Petersen is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Petersen receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Petersen misses with a punch to the body.
Steven Petersen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice hook to the head.
Petersen throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dagestanskiy blocks a body shot from Petersen.
Petersen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dagestanskiy, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
A victorious Khaba Dagestanskiy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
MMMA Kings of Madness 5 (WW)
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Goggins throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Goggins lunges at Dagestanskiy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dagestanskiy's hand.
Goggins lands a glancing blow to the side of Dagestanskiy's head.#TD#
Dagestanskiy gets a double leg takedown into Goggins's guard.
Dagestanskiy content to stall in guard here.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Goggins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goggins wants to stand but Dagestanskiy is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Goggins is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goggins is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands a big shot to Goggins's brow.
Goggins wants to get back to his feet but Dagestanskiy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Goggins gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
My spies in Defiant MMA inform me that Goggins has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Dagestanskiy looking for a sweep. Not yet Dagestanskiy, not yet.
Dagestanskiy has a closed guard, preventing Goggins from standing up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Dagestanskiy is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Goggins trying to stand up but can't free himself from Dagestanskiy's guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dagestanskiy holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
No joy there for Goggins, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dagestanskiy moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dagestanskiy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jocko Goggins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goggins misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dagestanskiy misses with the combination.
Goggins tries a quick counter leg kick but Dagestanskiy is wise to it.#T3#
Goggins is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#CL2#
Goggins has managed to clinch.
Dagestanskiy lands with a light punch inside.
Dagestanskiy tries to stall but Goggins uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#TD#
Dagestanskiy is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Goggins can't fight it off and eventually Dagestanskiy manages to take the fight to the floor. Goggins looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Goggins wants to get back to his feet but Dagestanskiy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T4#
Dagestanskiy is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dagestanskiy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Goggins is trying to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy working the ground and pound.
Goggins takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goggins taking a bit of punishment here - Dagestanskiy scoring with strikes.
Dagestanskiy scores with punches from side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goggins keeps working.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Goggins is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Goggins wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goggins misses with a few strikes there.
It looked like Dagestanskiy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Dagestanskiy blocks a leg kick.
Goggins goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Goggins closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Dagestanskiy swats away the attempt to clinch by Goggins.
Goggins pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dagestanskiy is out of range and Goggins settles back down.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Goggins manages to avoid it.
Goggins fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dagestanskiy has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dagestanskiy lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy prevents Goggins from getting back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Dagestanskiy lands a couple of digs.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Goggins keeps moving.
Goggins wants to stand up but Dagestanskiy is controlling him.
Dagestanskiy landing some decent shots from guard. #ES2#
Goggins has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dagestanskiy has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Goggins scores with a nice hook to the head.
Goggins throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dagestanskiys head.
Goggins throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Goggins lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Goggins is trying to force a seperation but Dagestanskiy has the dominant position.
Goggins tries to stall but Dagestanskiy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Goggins throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Goggins.
Still in the clinch, Dagestanskiy scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Dagestanskiy manages to break the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A solid body kick from Goggins.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dagestanskiy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Goggins.
A nice combination there by Dagestanskiy.
#CUT#It looks like Jocko Goggins has been cut.#CL2#
Goggins closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Goggins throws a head punch that misses.
Goggins tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Goggins manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dagestanskiy has Goggins pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Goggins manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T3#
Goggins lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Dagestanskiy backwards. #BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Goggins throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a left hand but Goggins moved out of range nicely.
A jab from Dagestanskiy misses.
Goggins wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Goggins stuffs the takedown.
Goggins throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dagestanskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Goggins.
Jocko Goggins seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Goggins has managed to clinch.
Goggins misses with the head strike.
Dagestanskiy lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Dagestanskiy manages to break the clinch.
Goggins lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dagestanskiy backs up against the cage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goggins missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Goggins fails to land with a series of punches.
Goggins tries to clinch up but Dagestanskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
Goggins thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Dagestanskiy walks into a jab.
Goggins misses with a looping left.
Goggins feints and then cracks Dagestanskiy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dagestanskiy down.
Goggins looks to land a combination but Dagestanskiy avoids it well.
Goggins throws a right and a left that Dagestanskiy avoids nicely.
Goggins has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Decent striking displayed by Dagestanskiy there.
Goggins tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy is having none of it. #CL#
Dagestanskiy clinches with his opponent.
Dagestanskiy is working for takedown but Goggins is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goggins tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dagestanskiy's elbow.
Goggins misses with a punch on the inside.
Dagestanskiy tries to pull guard but Goggins won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy stalls.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown. No joy.
Dagestanskiy stalling.
Dagestanskiy wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Goggins has him pressed against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jocko Goggins showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jocko Goggins's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Goggins swinging wildly here.
Goggins throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Goggins misses with a few strikes there.
Goggins looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#TD#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Goggins quickly recovers to half guard.
Dagestanskiy winds up and cracks Goggins with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy lands strikes from half guard.
Dagestanskiy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Goggins is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dagestanskiy scores with a couple of nice shots.
Goggins is looking to escape.#ES2#
Goggins has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Dagestanskiy is on him like a limpet, forcing Goggins back against the cage.#T1#
Dagestanskiy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Goggins backwards.
Goggins misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown. No joy.
Goggins throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Goggins working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dagestanskiy.
Goggins tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Goggins pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Dagestanskiy checks a leg kick.
Goggins misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Dagestanskiy lands with a hook. Goggins tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dagestanskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Goggins was well out of range. Poor timing from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but Goggins avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice looking combination but Goggins bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dagestanskiy fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T2#
Goggins throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy slips a jab and a cross from Goggins.
Goggins throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Dagestanskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dagestanskiy gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Goggins throws a leg kick but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dagestanskiy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dagestanskiy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dagestanskiy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Goggins counters with a straight right hand.
Goggins misses with a few strikes there.
Dagestanskiy dives in and grabs Goggins's left leg, looking for a takedown. Goggins pushes down on Dagestanskiy's head and hops out.
Goggins is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Dagestanskiy gets the takedown into side control.
Dagestanskiy prevents Goggins from escaping the position.
Goggins on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T3#
Goggins is trying to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy controlling the position.
Dagestanskiy lands an elbow.
Dagestanskiy landing a few strikes. #ES2#
Goggins throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Goggins lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but no luck this time.
Goggins keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Goggins scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Goggins sprawls well. Goggins wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dagestanskiy gets slowly back to his feet.
Goggins lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Goggins scores with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goggins buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Goggins will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Dagestanskiy attempts a counter takedown but Goggins avoids it well and moves away.
Goggins waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with a wild combination.
Goggins thuds a left hand into Dagestanskiy's body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jocko Goggins comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Goggins has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jocko Goggins!
Jocko Goggins thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TC 20 Jacobsen vs Picker 2
Date: Dec 26, 2020 |
#R1#
Ahonen lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dagestanskiy wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dagestanskiy tests Ahonen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Some wild striking there from Dagestanskiy.
And Ahonen tries to counter it with a takedown but Dagestanskiy pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Ahonen throws out a loose jab but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy misses with a wild combination.
Ahonen doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Ahonen slaps away a takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahonen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dagestanskiy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dagestanskiy throws a looping overhand right but Ahonen ducks down to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy takes a swing at Ahonen's ribcage but misses.
Ahonen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Dagestanskiy misses with a left hand
and Ahonen counters with a leg kick.
Ahonen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ahonen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ahonen throws a series of strikes that have Dagestanskiy backpedaling.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ahonen. Dagestanskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dagestanskiy fails with a takedown attempt.
We've been informed that Ahonen 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.
Dagestanskiy fails to land with a series of punches.
Dagestanskiy is looking to wear down Ahonen with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dagestanskiy misses with a looping left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A combination from Dagestanskiy does no damage.
A jab from Ahonen misses. #T2#
Ahonen lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dagestanskiy's sensitive parts.
The fighters circling - Dagestanskiy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ahonen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Ahonen misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Ahonen looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Ahonen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ahonen working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy looking to control.
Dagestanskiy looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dagestanskiy holds on and takes a little breather.
Ahonen is looking to work some ground and pound but Dagestanskiy has wrist control.
Ahonen wants to control from the top but Dagestanskiy keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch but Ahonen moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Ahonen.
Dagestanskiy lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dagestanskiy connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ahonen's hands.
Ahonen tries to score with a low kick but Dagestanskiy moves his leg out of the way.
Dagestanskiy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a right hand but Ahonen moved out of range.
Dagestanskiy walks into a left hand.
Dagestanskiy wants to clinch
and Ahonen counters with a straight right hand.
Dagestanskiy swings widly with a right hand
and Ahonen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Dagestanskiy gets a takedown into half guard.
Ahonen trying to control from the bottom.
Ahonen slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dagestanskiy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Ahonen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ahonen connects with a looping right hand.
Ahonen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Dagestanskiy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ahonen.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Ahonen manages to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy staying out of range there.
Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ahonen.
Ahonen throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Ahonen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dagestanskiy finds it's way round the side to connect with Ahonen's head. #TD2#
Ahonen throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dagestanskiy tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ahonen is in Dagestanskiy's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the position but Ahonen postures up.
Ahonen cracks Dagestanskiy with a solid left hand.
Dagestanskiy is pulling down on Ahonen's head. It's preventing any offense from Ahonen, at least for the moment.#T1#
Ahonen trying to control but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom.
Ahonen stopping the sweep attempt from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy is working hard here to advance position.
Ahonen passes Dagestanskiy's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ahonen lands a nice short elbow.
Ahonen content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ahonen working Dagestanskiy over with strikes. #T2#
Ahonen lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Dagestanskiy tries to get to full guard but Ahonen has control of the leg.
Ahonen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ahonen scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dagestanskiy is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ahonen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ahonen's back!
The referee is taking a good look at Ahonen as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Dagestanskiy!
Ahonen tries to escape the position.
#T3#
Dagestanskiy is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Manu Ahonen has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ahonen tries to escape but Dagestanskiy has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Ahonen breaks Dagestanskiy's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Ahonen lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB#
Dagestanskiy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dagestanskiy is pulling down on Ahonen's head to control his posture.
Ahonen lands a couple of digs.
Ahonen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ahonen landing with the ground and pound. #T4#
Ahonen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Ahonen throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dagestanskiy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Ahonen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ahonen gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ahonen throws an elbow that misses. Dagestanskiy uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Ahonen's guard. Nice move by Dagestanskiy!#REVR##SUB2#
Ahonen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dagestanskiy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Manu Ahonen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Dagestanskiy. Ahonen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dagestanskiy connects with a crisp jab.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ahonen moves away.
Dagestanskiy swings for the body but Ahonen moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy lands a head shot.
Ahonen throws a looping overhand right but Dagestanskiy ducks down to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ahonen scores with a hook.
Ahonen misses with a right hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Ahonen misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Dagestanskiy counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Ahonen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dagestanskiy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dagestanskiy landing some decent shots from guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Ahonen keeps moving. #T1#
Ahonen looking for a sweep. Not yet Ahonen, not yet.
Ahonen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dagestanskiy throws an elbow that misses. Ahonen uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dagestanskiy's guard. Nice move by Ahonen!#REVB#
Dagestanskiy tries to strike from the bottom.
Ahonen throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ahonen defends well.#T2#
Dagestanskiy pulls Ahonen in to control the position.
Ahonen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dagestanskiy is keeping the position for now.
Ahonen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ahonen trying to control but Dagestanskiy is working from the bottom.
Ahonen scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T3#
Dagestanskiy is looking to stand up but Ahonen isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Ahonen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ahonen pushes down on Dagestanskiy's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ahonen sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dagestanskiy defending well though.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control but can't.
Ahonen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dagestanskiy keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Ahonen moves out of range as Dagestanskiy strikes.
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Ahonen. #T4#
Nice body punch from Ahonen.
Ahonen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dagestanskiy throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ahonen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Some wild striking there from Ahonen.
#TD#
Dagestanskiy shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Dagestanskiy showed some decent athleticism there.
Ahonen manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ahonen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dagestanskiy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Nice uppercut there from Ahonen.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Manu Ahonen.
Well Ahonen 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manu Ahonen! |
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Event:
TC 16 1mil $ GP vol 2.3,
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Pate misses with an uppercut.
Pate throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Dagestanskiy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice uppercut lands for Pate. That snapped Dagestanskiy's head back.
The crowd cheers as Dagestanskiy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Pate doesn't seem phased though.
Dagestanskiy throws a good cross that connects.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pate scores with a leg kick.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy looking to score a takedown here. Pate is defending well but Dagestanskiy drives through and ends up in Pate's guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pate looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Dagestanskiy puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but Pate is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Pate blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Pate is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Well, if Dagestanskiy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
Dagestanskiy thows a huge punch but Pate dodges it nicely.
Dagestanskiy sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Pate is staying active underneath Dagestanskiy, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dagestanskiy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dagestanskiy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dagestanskiy scores with the left hand. Pate knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2#It looks like Patriootti Pate has been cut.
Dagestanskiy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pate avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut
and Pate counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Jab from Pate.
Patriootti Pate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pate.
Dagestanskiy is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pate throws a sloppy head kick and Dagestanskiy moves out of range easily.
Dagestanskiy lands with a nice combination. Pate backs away looking to recover.
Pate lands the left hand.#CL#
Pate instigates a clinch.
Our sources have told us that Pate has been working on his elbows in the gym.
Dagestanskiy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dagestanskiy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Pate fails to land. #T3#
Pate swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pate throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Pate misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy has clasped his hands together around Pate's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The ground and pound from Dagestanskiy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Dagestanskiy misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Dagestanskiy throws a strike aimed at the side of Pate's head but Pate avoids it well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pate managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Pate is trying to control Dagestanskiy's posture but Dagestanskiy avoids it.
The ground and pound from Dagestanskiy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T4#
Dagestanskiy throws an elbow but Pate slips to the side and avoids it well.
Dagestanskiy looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Pate is avoiding damage well.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Dagestanskiy looking to control but instead Pate has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Dagestanskiy stalling away here and it's allowed Pate to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pate is keeping the position for now.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands a big shot to Pate's brow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Patriootti Pate's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Pate tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Pate throws a head kick that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Dagestanskiy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pate pinned against the cage. Pate gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws the left hand but Pate avoids the punch easily.
Pate lands a leg kick that knocks Dagestanskiy off balance momentarily.
Dagestanskiy misses with a left hand
and Pate counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dagestanskiy misses with a looping right.
Pate on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range of the body kick from Pate.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Dagestanskiy walks into a jab.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pate moves away.
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Dagestanskiy misses.#T1#
Dagestanskiy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pate will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Patriootti Pate is winning the standup battle so far.
Dagestanskiy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A big right from Dagestanskiy misses.
Pate avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dagestanskiy takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pate cracks Dagestanskiy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Pate loads up on a big right hand but Dagestanskiy slips the punch.
Pate tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Pate lands with a hook. Dagestanskiy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Pate takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pate throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Pate feints and then cracks Dagestanskiy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dagestanskiy down.
Pate tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range. #T2##TD2#
Dagestanskiy gets a double leg takedown into Pate's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy throws an elbow that misses. Pate uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dagestanskiy's guard. Nice move by Pate!#REVR#
Pate slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Dagestanskiy.
Pate with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dagestanskiy tries to get to full guard but Pate has control of the leg.
Dagestanskiy is looking to control Pate's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dagestanskiy avoid being mounted?#T3#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a sweep. Pate is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dagestanskiy is positioning himself well to prevent Pate advancing to mount.
Dagestanskiy is trying to stand up here but Pate is controlling him well.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a sweep. Pate is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dagestanskiy is looking to get back to full guard here but Pate has managed to pass to side control instead.
Pate working away.
Pate slips into full mount, dodging the strikes by Dagestanskiy.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dagestanskiy is working to get back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Pate is having none of it.
Dagestanskiy is not a happy chappy he wants out of there.
Dagestanskiy working to try and regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Patriootti Pate will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Patriootti Pate's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Dagestanskiy takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pate lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A slapping leg kick lands for Pate.
Pate misses with a leg kick
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Pate will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It seemed like Dagestanskiy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pate throws a lazy uppercut
and Dagestanskiy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pate throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Pate throws a combination that misses #TD2#
and Dagestanskiy counters with a shoot takedown. Pate fights it but they end up in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pate works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Pate avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dagestanskiy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Pate is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Pate is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dagestanskiy lands a jab to the head.
Pate avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Pate. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dagestanskiy stalks Pate and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Pate's face. Pate staggers backwards, shaken.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Pate lands with a thumping leg kick.
Pate lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Pate dodges the punch combination from Dagestanskiy.
Pate half committed to a counter leg kick.
Dagestanskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pate was well out of range. Poor timing from Dagestanskiy.
A low kick lands for Pate.
Sloppy strikes from Pate. Those never looked like landing.
Pate throws a leg kick which misses Dagestanskiy's front leg but catches the back leg as Dagestanskiy tries to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Pate.
Dagestanskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pate.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that Pate avoids nicely.
Dagestanskiy takes one to the chin there.
Dagestanskiy has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T3#
Dagestanskiy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Pate.
Pate wants to land a leg kick but Dagestanskiy is out of range.
Pate keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dagestanskiy throws a looping overhand right but Pate ducks down to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and Pate tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pate missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pate swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pate throws a jab when Dagestanskiy was well out of range.
Pate tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dagestanskiy swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dagestanskiy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pate scores with a jab to the head.
Dagestanskiy misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Pate moves into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy lands a shoulder strike.
Pate misses with the head strike.
#T4#
Dagestanskiy misses with a punch to the body.
Pate using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Dagestanskiy is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Dagestanskiy takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A short uppercut from Dagestanskiy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy throws a punch but it's blocked by Pate.
Pate with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Pate tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Dagestanskiy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pate.
Pate gets underhooks to prevent Dagestanskiy's takedown attempt.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pate.
Dagestanskiy is pushing Pate up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Patriootti Pate has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Pate throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Dagestanskiy blocks it with crossed arms.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Patriootti Pate.
I think Pate 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Patriootti Pate!
A less than humble Patriootti Pate misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
TC 13 Mil $ GP vol 1.3
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dagestanskiy misses with a straight right.
A combination from Henry Jr does no damage.
Dagestanskiy goes for a double leg but Henry Jr avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Henry Jr continues to drive forward.
Dagestanskiy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Henry Jr drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dagestanskiy defends it well.
Dagestanskiy digs a good hook to Henry Jr's body.
Henry Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A slow jab from Dagestanskiy misses its intended target.
Henry Jr lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dagestanskiy at a distance.
Henry Jr slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henry Jr tries to clinch up
and Dagestanskiy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#TD#
Dagestanskiy feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Henry Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dagestanskiy is one step ahead there. #T1#
Henry Jr seems keen to control Dagestanskiy's posture.
Dagestanskiy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Henry Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Henry Jr wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Dagestanskiy is now in half guard.
Dagestanskiy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy content to control rather than advance.
Dagestanskiy lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Henry Jr trying to control but Dagestanskiy postures up.
Dagestanskiy drops an elbow to the side of Henry Jr's head.
Dagestanskiy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Henry Jr defending well though. #T2#
Dagestanskiy takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Henry Jr holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Henry Jr is refusing to be controlled, as Dagestanskiy sits in half guard.
Henry Jr gets full guard.
Henry Jr working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Henry Jr is pulling down on Dagestanskiy's head. It's preventing any offense from Dagestanskiy, at least for the moment.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes but missing.
Henry Jr keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Henry Jr controls Dagestanskiy momentarily but Dagestanskiy frees himself.
Henry Jr controlling Dagestanskiy's posture.
Henry Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Henry Jr is working from the bottom.
Henry Jr is trying to control the position but Dagestanskiy postures up.
Henry Jr working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
We've been hearing that Dagestanskiy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dagestanskiy postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Henry Jr has control of Dagestanskiy's left arm, preventing Dagestanskiy from doing any damage.
Henry Jr wants to sweep here but Dagestanskiy controlling him for the moment.
Henry Jr keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Henry Jr is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Henry Jr is keeping busy.
Henry Jr trying to pass the guard but Dagestanskiy defending well.
Dagestanskiy is controlling Henry Jr's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Henry Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Dagestanskiy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy is holding on to half guard well.
Henry Jr keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy is looking to improve his position.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Henry Jr misses with a double jab
and Dagestanskiy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy goes for a double leg but Henry Jr avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Henry Jr continues to drive forward.
Henry Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dagestanskiy. Henry Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Henry Jr on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Dagestanskiy moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Henry Jr is looking to clinch.
Henry Jr on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Henry Jr looks to clinch
and Dagestanskiy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A slow jab from Dagestanskiy misses its intended target.
Dagestanskiy staying out of range there.
Henry Jr connects with a single shot there.#T1##CL2#
Henry Jr drives through and clinches with Dagestanskiy against the cage.
Dagestanskiy scores with a shot to the side of Henry Jr's head. #BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dagestanskiy misses with a straight left.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Henry Jr.
Dagestanskiy jabs Henry Jr to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Dagestanskiy pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Henry Jr back to the cage. Dagestanskiy follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#ROC#Henry Jr is rocked!
Henry Jr swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a big right hand! Oh Henry Jr is in trouble here! Dagestanskiy follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Our winner, Khaba Dagestanskiy, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TC 5 Maki vs Holmes Jr
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Dagestanskiy has taken the fight to the clinch.
Johnson tries to pull guard but Dagestanskiy holds him up against the cage and eventually Johnson drops back down to his feet.
Johnson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dagestanskiy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Johnson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Johnson moves away from the strike by Dagestanskiy.
Johnson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy backing away here, and Johnson unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#TD#
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Johnson throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Johnson explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Nice sprawl there from Dagestanskiy as Johnson shoots in.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Khaba Dagestanskiy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of CJ Johnson.
Johnson shoots for a takedown but Dagestanskiy saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1##TD#
Dagestanskiy shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Johnson manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dagestanskiy postures up in Johnson's guard and throws a big left but Johnson blocks it.
Dagestanskiy cracks Johnson with a solid left hand.
Johnson is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Johnson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses.
Dagestanskiy is looking to work some ground and pound but Johnson has wrist control.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Johnson keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy distracts Johnson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
We've been hearing that Dagestanskiy has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2##SUB2#
Dagestanskiy stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Johnson has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Dagestanskiy manages to get his head free but now Johnson has transitioned to an armbar! Dagestanskiy grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Johnson! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). CJ Johnson!
An out of breath CJ Johnson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Galaxy Exit Wounds
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Dagestanskiy gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Silva gets through Dagestanskiy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Silva can't find room to land a body shot as Dagestanskiy controls the action.
Silva lands with a right to the head.
Dagestanskiy taking a breather.
Good body shot from Silva.
Silva lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Khaba Dagestanskiy has been cut.
Silva prevents Dagestanskiy from breaking the clinch.
Dagestanskiy blocks an uppercut.
I was talking to Dagestanskiy's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dagestanskiy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Silva lands an elbow that stopped Dagestanskiy in his tracks for a moment.
Silva lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Silva tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dagestanskiy's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Silva.
Silva throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Silva misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Dagestanskiy jumps guard and drags Silva to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Dagestanskiy trying to keep a closed guard but Silva is proving a slippery customer.
#T1#
Silva seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Silva's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Dagestanskiy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dagestanskiy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dagestanskiy holds on and takes a little breather.
Silva 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. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Silva throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Silva pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dagestanskiy is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Silva looks to land a right hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range.
Silva tests Dagestanskiy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Starling Silva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot that sends Silva's belly button to the back.
Silva lands a leg kick that knocks Dagestanskiy off balance momentarily.
Silva throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a jab to the body but Silva is just out of range.
Silva is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Silva takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T3#
Silva doesn't manage to clinch there - Dagestanskiy circles away.
A low kick from Silva is predictable there
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Silva tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Silva.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut
and Silva counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Silva connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dagestanskiy's hands.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab.
Dagestanskiy shoots in and drives through. Silva sprawls well.
Dagestanskiy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
The fighters circling - Dagestanskiy throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #TD#
Dagestanskiy shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
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!
Silva is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dagestanskiy scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
Silva has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dagestanskiy is working away from the top position though.
Dagestanskiy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Silva does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nice strikes from Dagestanskiy there.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control. Silva wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Silva trying to hold on to Dagestanskiy's head to control him but Dagestanskiy postures up.
Dagestanskiy controlling the pace.
Silva told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Silva works his way to full guard. Good work.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Starling Silva dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Khaba Dagestanskiy's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Silva.
Dagestanskiy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Silva misses with a looping right.
Silva tries to clinch but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.
Dagestanskiy is looking to wear down Silva with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Silva throws the left hand but Dagestanskiy avoids the punch easily.
Silva connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#ROC2#Dagestanskiy is rocked!
Silva throws out a powerful jab.
Oh Dagestanskiy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dagestanskiy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Silva counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Dagestanskiy out cold! What a finish! Silva is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Starling Silva!
Starling Silva is the new welterweight champion!
An out of breath Starling Silva thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Syn MONEY PRODUCTIONS
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A telegraphed right hand from Partio misses the target.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dagestanskiy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A big right from Dagestanskiy misses.
Partio just misses with a punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Partio blocks it.
Dagestanskiy keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Partio moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Partio.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range of the leg kick from Partio.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Partio lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Dagestanskiy has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Partio.
Nice takedown defense from Partio. No joy for Dagestanskiy on that attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Partio pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Partio takes one on the button.#T1#
Partio lands a jab to the nose.
Partio getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Partio cracks Dagestanskiy with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut. Partio saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Partio on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dagestanskiy looks to land a right hand but Partio moved out of range.
Partio connects with a looping right hand.
Partio throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Partio uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Partio's head.
Partio has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Partio scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Partio has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.#CL#
Dagestanskiy rushes Partio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Partio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dagestanskiy wants to break the clinch but can't.
Partio is trying to break the clinch but Dagestanskiy has him pressed against the cage.
Dagestanskiy throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Partio can't break the clinch.
#T2##BC2#
Partio's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Donk. Partio catches Dagestanskiy right on the button with a cross.
A jab from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
It looked like Dagestanskiy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dagestanskiy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Partio throws out the jab.
Partio throws a series of punches but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Dagestanskiy tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Partio tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Partio.
Dagestanskiy lands with a nice combination. Partio backs away looking to recover.
Dagestanskiy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dagestanskiy works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Partio.
Dagestanskiy chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Partio can pounce on him.
Partio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throwing a counter right hand but Partio manages to avoid it.
Partio misses with a double jab
letting Dagestanskiy counter with a right hand. #T3#
A big right from Partio misses.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Polliisi Partio is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Partio lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
A left lands for Partio.
Dagestanskiy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Partio.
Partio slaps away a takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dagestanskiy checks a low kick from Partio.
Partio is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dagestanskiy had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pt.
Nice straight punches there by Dagestanskiy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dagestanskiy.
Partio takes one to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Partio uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dagestanskiy.
Partio scoring well with a low kick there.
Partio bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dagestanskiy's head backwards.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy lands a jab to the head.
Partio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Partio misses with a combination
and Dagestanskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Partio misses with a head kick.
A jab from Dagestanskiy misses.
Nice defenses there by Partio.
Partio misses with a few strikes there.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
A lazy left from Partio finds it's target.
Partio misses with a hook. Dagestanskiy ducked under it nicely.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dagestanskiy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Partio tries to avoid it but Dagestanskiy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Partio to the ground. Partio escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
Polliisi Partio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Nice uppercut there from Partio.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Polliisi Partio dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dagestanskiy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Partio swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Nice shot lands for Partio.
Partio swings widly with a right hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Partio buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Partio throws out a powerful jab.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Partio with a series of wild strikes but Partio uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Partio.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dagestanskiy moves away from the strike by Partio.
Partio is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Partio throws a jab but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Partio scores with a jab. Dagestanskiy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Partio has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Dagestanskiy has managed to clinch.
Dagestanskiy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy struggles to land a body shot inside as Partio controls his hands.
Dagestanskiy blocks a body shot from Partio. #TD#
Dagestanskiy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Dagestanskiy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dagestanskiy is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep.
Partio keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Partio escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dagestanskiy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dagestanskiy is in close to Partio's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Dagestanskiy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dagestanskiy controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2#
Partio is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dagestanskiy defends well.
Dagestanskiy connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Partio looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy chips away with some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy landing some decent shots from guard.
Dagestanskiy passes Partio's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dagestanskiy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Partio with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dagestanskiy working Partio over with strikes.
Dagestanskiy lands with a punch from half guard.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but Partio is blocking nicely.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy lands strikes from half guard.#T4#
Partio won't allow Dagestanskiy to pass to mount.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but Partio is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Partio tries to get to full guard but Dagestanskiy has control of the leg.
Dagestanskiy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Partio with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Dagestanskiy there.
Partio is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dagestanskiy connects with a nice short shot to Partio's temple.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that second round.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Partio ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Partio swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dagestanskiy throws the left hand but Partio avoids the punch easily.
Dagestanskiy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
It seemed like Partio was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Partio rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dagestanskiy moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Dagestanskiy is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Partio dodges the punch combination from Dagestanskiy.
Polliisi Partio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Partio steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Partio throws a right and a left that Dagestanskiy avoids nicely.
Dagestanskiy takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Partio avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Partio connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dagestanskiy momentarily.
#T1#
Partio throws a head kick that misses.
Partio's corner calls for a 1-2. Partio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dagestanskiy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A big left from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Partio lands an overhand right.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Partio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Dagestanskiy appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Partio punishes Dagestanskiy's body with a nice straight punch.
Partio lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Partio scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Partio.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Partio paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Partio scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem bothered though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dagestanskiy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio lands a jab.
Partio finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dagestanskiy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dagestanskiy looks to throw the jab but Partio is out of range.
Dagestanskiy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Partio finds it's way round the side to connect with Dagestanskiy's head.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Partio moves away.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab.
Dagestanskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Partio was well out of range. Poor timing from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Partio throws out a counter right but Dagestanskiy avoids it with no problem.
Partio looks to throw the jab but Dagestanskiy is out of range. #T3#
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Partio.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Partio is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Partio swings for the body but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Dagestanskiy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Partio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Dagestanskiy is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good leg kick by Partio.
Dagestanskiy checks a leg kick nicely.
Dagestanskiy misses with a right hand
enabling Partio to counter with a crisp jab.
A combination from Partio does no damage.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Partio scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Partio misses with a straight left.
Dagestanskiy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dagestanskiy looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A good leg kick by Partio.
Partio avoids the body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Partio only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T4#
Partio tries to score with a low kick but Dagestanskiy moves his leg out of the way.
Partio lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Partio throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Dagestanskiy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Partio swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Partio throws a body punch but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Partio misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws a big counter combination but Partio scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Partio attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Partio thumps Dagestanskiy with a low kick.
Good work by Dagestanskiy as he checks the leg kick.
Dagestanskiy defending well as Partio loads up on a big left hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Partio.
Partio misses with a hook.
Partio moves into range and connects with a jab.
Partio slips a straight right by Dagestanskiy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Polliisi Partio comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Partio has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Polliisi Partio!
After the fight, Polliisi Partio 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. |
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Event:
PL MMA 43
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Johnson slaps away a takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Johnson throws a low kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range easily.
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Johnson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Johnson.
Dagestanskiy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dagestanskiy slips a jab and a cross from Johnson.
It looked like Dagestanskiy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Dagestanskiy throws the left hand but Johnson avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Dagestanskiy looks to land a combination. Johnson sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Dagestanskiy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Johnson.
Johnson scores with a nice right hand.
Johnson has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Johnson misses with a looping right.
Johnson scores with a head kick. Dagestanskiy tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Dagestanskiy with a hook.
Dagestanskiy lands a head shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Johnson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Dagestanskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Johnson.
Johnson clobbers Dagestanskiy with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Dagestanskiy throws a big shot that misses.
Dagestanskiy lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Dagestanskiy scores with a crisp jab that stopped Johnson in his tracks.
Johnson slips under a jab from Dagestanskiy.
Johnson tries a quick counter leg kick but Dagestanskiy is wise to it.
A punch combination from Dagestanskiy misses.
Johnson swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dagestanskiy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Johnson slips a jab and a cross from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook. Johnson ducked under it nicely.
Johnson flicks out a counter leg kick but Dagestanskiy steps away.
Dagestanskiy connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dagestanskiy drops his hands momentarily and Johnson takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that Johnson avoids nicely. #T3#
Johnson takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Johnson as he avoids it easily.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown but Johnson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dagestanskiy lands a slapping body shot.
Nice body punch from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#TD#
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Dagestanskiy is just content to waste time from the top position. Johnson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB2#
Johnson escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dagestanskiy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Johnson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands a big shot to Johnson's brow.
Dagestanskiy sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Johnson is trying to keep Dagestanskiy in close.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses.
Dagestanskiy with a nice head shot there.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
Dagestanskiy slips a straight right by Johnson.
Johnson throws a low kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range easily.
Dagestanskiy scores with a hook.
Johnson tried to score with a low kick but Dagestanskiy checks it.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is winning the standup battle so far.
Dagestanskiy blocks a jab.
Dagestanskiy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Johnson lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Good exchange - Johnson coming out on top.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1#
Nice defenses there by Johnson.
Johnson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut. Johnson saw that one coming.
Dagestanskiy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Johnson can do to turn this around?
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A lazy left from Dagestanskiy finds it's target.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that both miss.
A left lands for Johnson.
Dagestanskiy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Johnson manages to avoid it.
Johnson throws out a counter right but Dagestanskiy avoids it with no problem.
Johnson takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Dagestanskiy as he connects with a hook.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Johnson moves out of range. #T2#
Johnson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the side of Johnson's head but Johnson sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dagestanskiy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Johnson.
Johnson throws a head kick that misses.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Johnson blocks it.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Johnson misses with a straight left.
Johnson lands a really nice looking cross but Dagestanskiy seems unphased.
#T3#
Dagestanskiy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jab, jab by Johnson - just one landing.
Dagestanskiy defending well as Johnson loads up on a big left hand.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Johnson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Dagestanskiy fails to land with a series of punches.
Dagestanskiy takes a swing at Johnson's ribcage but misses.
Dagestanskiy comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Dagestanskiy is out of range.
Dagestanskiy connects with a nice looking jab.
#T4#
Dagestanskiy throws a poor cross that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#TD#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Johnson to the mat! Johnson manages to get full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses.
Johnson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Johnson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Johnson is working from the bottom.
Johnson wants to sweep here but Dagestanskiy controlling him for the moment.
Johnson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Johnson throws a head kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Johnson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dagestanskiy.
Johnson flicks out a counter leg kick but Dagestanskiy steps away.#TD#
Dagestanskiy gets a takedown into half guard.
Johnson wants to improve his position but Dagestanskiy is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dagestanskiy lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy thows a huge punch but Johnson dodges it nicely.
Khaba Dagestanskiy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dagestanskiy with the ground and pound but Johnson uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Johnson working a defensive guard but Dagestanskiy manages to pass into side control anyway.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Johnson keeps working. #T1#
Dagestanskiy tries to advance to mount but Johnson denies him.
Johnson sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Johnson tries to roll over but Dagestanskiy keeps him under control.
Johnson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Dagestanskiy is looking to stall here but Johnson recovers full guard.
Johnson looking to control.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy landing with the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Johnson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dagestanskiy with a nice head shot there.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dagestanskiy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Johnson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Johnson pulls Dagestanskiy in to control the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab to the body
and Johnson counters with a stiff right hand.
Dagestanskiy getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dagestanskiy jabs Johnson right on the nose. Johnson blinks but takes it well.
Dagestanskiy misses with a looping right.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination that misses
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy is defended easily by Johnson.
Dagestanskiy lands with a hook. Johnson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T4#
Dagestanskiy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dagestanskiy jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Johnson ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Johnson takes one to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Johnson was well out of range. Poor timing from Dagestanskiy.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Johnson! But no joy.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dagestanskiy. Johnson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A big right from Dagestanskiy misses.
Dagestanskiy walks into a stiff left hand from Johnson.
Dagestanskiy misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Dagestanskiy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Dagestanskiy throws a big counter combination but Johnson scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Dagestanskiy!
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dagestanskiy. Johnson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Johnson throws a big counter head kick but Dagestanskiy avoids it with no problem.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson is looking for the big counter here.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Johnson counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Johnson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dagestanskiy works the jab nicely.#T1#
Dagestanskiy lands with a nice body punch.
Dagestanskiy gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Johnson with a nice calf kick.
Dagestanskiy misses with a lunging right hand
and Johnson counters with a good low kick that Dagestanskiy was not able to check.
Johnson looks to land a right hand but Dagestanskiy moved out of range.
Dagestanskiy lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a big shot that misses.
Dagestanskiy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A low kick from Johnson misses
and Dagestanskiy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Dagestanskiy is trying hard to land a takedown here. Johnson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Johnson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick from Johnson misses.
Dagestanskiy was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dagestanskiy shoots and misses
and Johnson counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Johnson chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Dagestanskiy lands a lovely overhand right.
Johnson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Johnson throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Dagestanskiy's head.
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dagestanskiy's head backwards.#T3#
Johnson throws a head kick that half lands.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy connects with a nice looking jab.
Johnson fails with a takedown attempt.
A slow jab from Dagestanskiy misses its intended target.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Johnson moves out of range.
Johnson shapes to counter with a head kick.
Johnson has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dagestanskiy was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.
A low kick from Johnson is predictable there
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Dagestanskiy goes for a double leg but Johnson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Johnson continues to drive forward.
Johnson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy uppercut
and Johnson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Johnson looks to land a combination. Dagestanskiy sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy ducks under a wild hook from Johnson.
Johnson misses with an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy right hand but Johnson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Johnson throws out a counter right but Dagestanskiy avoids it with no problem.
Dagestanskiy connects with a jab.
Dagestanskiy lands a glancing blow to the side of Johnson's head.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but CJ Johnson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Dagestanskiy throws a poor cross that misses
and Johnson counters with a straight right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Johnson.
Johnson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dagestanskiy as he avoids it easily.
Good leg kick by Johnson.
Johnson throws an overhand right that lands on Dagestanskiy's shoulder, as Dagestanskiy tries to avoid the shot.
Johnson misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy is looking to counter punch.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab.
Dagestanskiy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a low kick but it's checked well by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Good exchange - Dagestanskiy coming out on top.
A big left from Johnson misses. #T1#
Johnson dodges the punch combination from Dagestanskiy.
Johnson throws a big shot that misses.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson misses with a left hand
and Dagestanskiy counters with a straight right hand.
Dagestanskiy misses with a wild body shot.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Dagestanskiy!
#ROC#Johnson is rocked!
Dagestanskiy moves into range and connects with a jab.
Johnson is still on wobbly legs! Can Dagestanskiy finish him?
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook. Johnson ducked under it nicely.
Johnson lands a high kick!
Johnson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Dagestanskiy throws an overhand right that drops Johnson like a sack of potatoes! Dagestanskiy dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Khaba Dagestanskiy retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Khaba Dagestanskiy made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
PL MMA 40 Big Day!!!
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1#
Silva lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Silva has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Dagestanskiy is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Dagestanskiy takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Good work by Dagestanskiy as he checks the leg kick.
Dagestanskiy seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Silva avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silva scoring well with a low kick there.
A head kick misses from Silva.
Dagestanskiy clobbers Silva with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Some wild striking there from Silva.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Silva moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dagestanskiy throws the left hand but Silva avoids the punch easily.
Silva throws a nice outside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Silva slips under a jab from Dagestanskiy.
Silva scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Silva avoids it easily.
Silva throws out a counter right but Dagestanskiy avoids it with no problem.
Dagestanskiy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dagestanskiy lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dagestanskiy is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Silva's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Silva misses with a straight left.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Starling Silva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Silva lands with a straight right. Dagestanskiy didn't see that one coming.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range of the body kick from Silva.
Silva takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Dagestanskiy dodges the punch combination from Silva.
Dagestanskiy attempts a counter takedown but Silva avoids it well and moves away.
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy right hand but Silva sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Starling Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
A big right from Silva misses.
Silva connects with a jab.
Silva throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good shot there by Silva.
Silva connects with an inside leg kick.
Silva takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#TD#
Dagestanskiy drives through with a takedown into guard.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy is looking to work some ground and pound but Silva has wrist control.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep. #T3#
Dagestanskiy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Silva is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Silva passes Dagestanskiy's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T4#
Silva stalling.
Dagestanskiy holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Dagestanskiy continues to stall.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Silva is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Dagestanskiy desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Starling Silva dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Dagestanskiy misses the jab.
It seemed like Silva was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Silva dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dagestanskiy. That did some damage!
Dagestanskiy throws a shot from downtown. Silva moves away and avoids it.
Silva looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Silva moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A slow jab from Silva misses its intended target.
Silva lands with a right hand.
Silva throws a big shot that misses.
Silva has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dagestanskiy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dagestanskiy slips a jab from Silva.
Silva slips a jab from Dagestanskiy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silva tries to bum rush Dagestanskiy with a series of wild strikes but Dagestanskiy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A slow jab from Silva misses its intended target.
Dagestanskiy tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Silva was well out of range. Poor timing from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Silva throws out the jab.
Dagestanskiy is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Dagestanskiy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Silva.
Silva lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Starling Silva seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Silva rushes Dagestanskiy and presses him up against the cage.
Dagestanskiy blocks the elbow strike.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice uppercut.
Silva misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Silva throws an elbow but misses.
Dagestanskiy struggles to land a body shot inside as Silva controls his hands.
Silva throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dagestanskiys head.
Silva goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Silva lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dagestanskiy backwards.
Silva has a couple of punches blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Silva throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Silva working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Silva lands with a left to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Silva pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Silva misses with an elbow strike.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy lands a shoulder strike.
Dagestanskiy wants a takedown but no success here.
Silva lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dagestanskiy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dagestanskiy avoids a wild elbow strike from Silva.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Silva throws an elbow but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Silva creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Silva prevents a body shot from Dagestanskiy.
Silva throws a punch but it's blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Silva has Dagestanskiy pressed against the cage, preventing Dagestanskiy from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Silva throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Silva lands a jab to the head.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab.#T3#
Dagestanskiy checks a leg kick.
Silva throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dagestanskiy on the side of the head. #ROC2#
Dagestanskiy is rocked!
Silva scores with a shot to the body.
#KD#
Dagestanskiy drops Silva with a left right combo! Dagestanskiy follows him down to the ground into side control.
#ROC#
Silva is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Silva struggling a bit here.
Silva is still in real trouble! Can Dagestanskiy finish him?
Dagestanskiy cracks Silva with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Dagestanskiy in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Silva looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Dagestanskiy turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Khaba Dagestanskiy is the new welterweight champion!
After the fight, Khaba Dagestanskiy 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.
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Event:
PL MMA 34Dagestanskiy vs White
Date: Apr 29, 2020 |
#R1##TD#
Dagestanskiy feints and as White raises his hands in defense, Dagestanskiy changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
White is wriggling around but Dagestanskiy manages to pass to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#REVB#
Well, if Dagestanskiy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
White wants to get back to his feet.
White is in trouble now - Dagestanskiy has advanced to mount!
Dagestanskiy in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Dagestanskiy sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy landing strikes from the mount.#T1#
Dagestanskiy lands a big elbow.
Dagestanskiy throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Dagestanskiy tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice shot to the head.
Dagestanskiy has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of White's face.
Dagestanskiy wants to control the pace but White is squirming around nicely.
Dagestanskiy is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. White can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Dagestanskiy throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Dagestanskiy misses with some ground and pound and White recovers position to half guard. #T2#
Dagestanskiy looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dagestanskiy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
White really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dagestanskiy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dagestanskiy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dagestanskiy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
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!
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but White is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dagestanskiy with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dagestanskiy is looking to advance position but White won't allow it.
Well, if Dagestanskiy is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza Yum. Can't wait.
#T3#
White is looking to escape.
Dagestanskiy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dagestanskiy trying to pass the guard but White defending well.
Dagestanskiy looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks White with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if White can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but White is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
White pushes Dagestanskiy off looking to stand but Dagestanskiy dives back in and keeps control.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
White keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy lands with a punch from half guard.
White wants to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy thows a huge punch but White dodges it nicely.
Dagestanskiy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
White blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy drops an elbow to the side of White's head.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dagestanskiy stops White from getting back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but White is working from the bottom.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab, cross combination.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy lands with a right hand.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
White prevents a body shot from Dagestanskiy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short uppercut from Dagestanskiy. #TD#
Dagestanskiy works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
White has momentary wrist control but Dagestanskiy slips an elbow through the middle.#T1#
White utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but White is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because White is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
White preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dagestanskiy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dagestanskiy scoring with punches to the head and body.
Khaba Dagestanskiy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but White is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
White utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
White keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dagestanskiy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
White defending well as Dagestanskiy loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Dagestanskiy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by White.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dagestanskiy or perhaps it was just good defense by White, which made it look bad.
Dagestanskiy scores with a crisp jab that stopped White in his tracks. #TD#
Dagestanskiy feints and as White raises his hands in defense, Dagestanskiy changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
White keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
White keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully.
White is looking to stand back up but Dagestanskiy counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by White.
White keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but White is blocking nicely.
Dagestanskiy landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dagestanskiy wants to lay and pray for a moment but White keeps working.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
White moves out of range of the strikes.
White ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws the left hand but White avoids the punch easily.
White drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Dagestanskiy defends it well.
White keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy lands with a right hand. #TD#
Dagestanskiy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but White is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy not doing much here.
Dagestanskiy drops an elbow to the side of White's head.
White is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Dagestanskiy is really struggling to control White but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but White is blocking nicely.
Dagestanskiy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dagestanskiy lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Dagestanskiy not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Dagestanskiy passes the guard and advances to mount!
Poor strikes thrown by Dagestanskiy there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Dagestanskiy scoring with strikes but White is staying in there.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy lands with some vicious ground and pound - can White hang on?
Dagestanskiy takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dagestanskiy dominating with strikes here.#ROC#
White is rocked!#T4#
Dagestanskiy has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of White's face.
White is still in real trouble! Can Dagestanskiy finish him?
Dagestanskiy cracks White with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
After the fight, Khaba Dagestanskiy 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.
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Event:
PL MMA 26 Rossi vs Dagestanski
Date: Apr 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Rossi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dagestanskiy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rossi misses with an uppercut. Dagestanskiy saw that one coming.
Dagestanskiy lands a really nice looking cross but Rossi seems unphased.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dagestanskiy has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Rossi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Rossi moves out of range.
Mario Rossi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rossi misses with a leg kick.
Rossi moves away from the strike by Dagestanskiy.
Rossi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rossi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rossi misses with an uppercut.
Dagestanskiy throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Rossi blocks it.
Rossi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dagestanskiy is looking to clinch but Rossi is avoiding it.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Rossi's guard.#T1#
Dagestanskiy is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy throws a big elbow that misses.
Dagestanskiy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Rossi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rossi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dagestanskiy postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy prevents Rossi from getting back to his feet.
Rossi trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Rossi keeps moving. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dagestanskiy might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Rossi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rossi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rossi tries to counter by clinching up but Dagestanskiy breaks away and moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy lands with a nice combination. Rossi backs away looking to recover.
Dagestanskiy connects with the punch.
Dagestanskiy throws an off balance right hand
and Rossi counters with a stiff right hand.
Rossi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rossi wants to clinch up but Dagestanskiy keeps it at a distance.
A nice side step and Dagestanskiy releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dagestanskiy cracks Rossi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Rossi moves out of range of the strikes.
Rossi staying out of range there.#T3#
Dagestanskiy bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rossi's head.
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and Rossi counters by moving into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SU#
Rossi stands up and waves to Dagestanskiy to follow him.
Dagestanskiy tries for a takedown but Rossi circles away easily
and Rossi counters with a series of strikes. Dagestanskiy will be more careful next time no doubt.
Dagestanskiy darts in looking for a takedown but Rossi gets double underhooks and turns Dagestanskiy into the cage.
As Dagestanskiy tries to get set, Rossi tries to push him back and clinch up but Dagestanskiy manages to avoid the attempt.
Mario Rossi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dagestanskiy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Rossi lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Mario Rossi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
A cross from Dagestanskiy lands.
Rossi throws a leg kick but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Dagestanskiy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rossi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dagestanskiy momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rossi fails in his attempt to clinch. #T4#
Rossi lands with a kick to the temple. Dagestanskiy shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Dagestanskiy connects with a right hand. Rossi shakes it off.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Rossi avoids them all with ease.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rossi sprawls well. Rossi wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dagestanskiy gets slowly back to his feet.
Rossi tries to counter by clinching up but Dagestanskiy breaks away and moves out of range.
Rossi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#CL#
Rossi moves into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rossi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Rossi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dagestanskiy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rossi's elbow.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Rossi throws a right and a left that Dagestanskiy avoids nicely.
Rossi tries to land a body kick#TD2#
so Dagestanskiy counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dagestanskiy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rossi is keeping the position for now.
Dagestanskiy stops Rossi from standing up.
Dagestanskiy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rossi's head.
Dagestanskiy is looking to work some ground and pound but Rossi has wrist control.#ES#
Rossi has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Dagestanskiy off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rossi looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dagestanskiy shoots and misses
and Rossi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've been told by Rossi's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Dagestanskiy dives in and grabs Rossi's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rossi pushes down on Dagestanskiy's head and hops out.#T1#
Nice cross by Dagestanskiy.
Rossi moves out of range as Dagestanskiy strikes.
A head kick misses from Rossi.
Dagestanskiy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rossi.
Rossi wants to land a leg kick but Dagestanskiy is out of range.
Khaba Dagestanskiy seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dagestanskiy thuds his right hand into Rossi's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A low kick from Rossi misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a stiff right hand.
Dagestanskiy slips a straight right by Rossi.
Dagestanskiy cracks Rossi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Rossi scores with a punch to the head.
Dagestanskiy swats away the attempt to clinch by Rossi.#T2#
Nice defenses there by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy with a nice cross.
Rossi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dagestanskiy.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rossi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dagestanskiy throws out the jab. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Rossi!
Rossi is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dagestanskiy off and has taken his back!
Rossi keeps control of the position as Dagestanskiy tries to break free.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Rossi has good solid back control here. #T3#
Rossi not allowing Dagestanskiy to control his hands.
I would not like to be Dagestanskiy right now.
Rossi has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rossi continues to stall.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Dagestanskiy is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Dagestanskiy breaks Rossi's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#T4#
Dagestanskiy wants to control from the top but Rossi keeps moving.
Dagestanskiy distracts Rossi with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dagestanskiy throws a big right hand that misses.
Dagestanskiy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rossi's head.
Dagestanskiy keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rossi's head.
Dagestanskiy won't allow Rossi to get back to his feet.
Dagestanskiy throwing strikes from guard but Rossi blocks nicely.
Dagestanskiy stands and throws Rossi's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Rossi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Dagestanskiy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dagestanskiy blocks a leg kick.
A leg kick checked by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dagestanskiy takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Rossi moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Rossi but Rossi pushes him off and we're back to square one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy scores with a sloppy right hand. Rossi should have avoided that one.
Dagestanskiy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rossi is fending him off so far but Dagestanskiy persists. Nope, Rossi circles away and we're back to standing.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut.
Rossi is looking for a counter combo.#T1#
Dagestanskiy lands with an overhand left.
Rossi misses with a kick to the body.
Rossi swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dagestanskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rossi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dagestanskiy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Rossi is not content to let Dagestanskiy control the position.
Rossi is trying to stand up here but Dagestanskiy is controlling him well.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control the action in half guard but Rossi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Rossi is trying to stand.
Dagestanskiy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Mario Rossi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Rossi is looking to escape.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Dagestanskiy is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rossi is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dagestanskiy scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Rossi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Rossi is refusing to be controlled, as Dagestanskiy sits in half guard.
Rossi avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dagestanskiy.
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!
Rossi is trying to stand back up but Dagestanskiy is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Rossi staying out of range there.
Rossi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dagestanskiy fails with a takedown attempt.
As Dagestanskiy looks to move away, Rossi throws a big counter combo but Dagestanskiy just gets out of the way.
Mario Rossi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut.
Rossi throws a head kick that misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dagestanskiy.
Rossi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Dagestanskiy misses with a looping right.#T4#
Rossi lands a head kick. Dagestanskiy smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #CUT#
It looks like Khaba Dagestanskiy has been cut.
Decent striking displayed by Dagestanskiy there.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Dagestanskiy is looking to clinch.
Rossi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rossi misses with a wild body shot.
Rossi tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dagestanskiy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dagestanskiy misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Rossi counters by clinching up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rossi misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dagestanskiy working aggressively here.
Rossi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Dagestanskiys head.
Rossi swings wildly with an uppercut but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rossi misses with a punch on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Khaba Dagestanskiy.
I've got Dagestanskiy 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Khaba Dagestanskiy was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Demolition 10 - TBA
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Dagestanskiy on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Boulder throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boulder throws a shot from downtown. Dagestanskiy moves away and avoids it.
Boulder throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Boulder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Boulder.
Dagestanskiy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice sprawl there from Dagestanskiy as Boulder shoots in.
Boulder misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Dagestanskiy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Boulder.
Boulder cracks a nice hook into Dagestanskiy's ribs.
Boulder scores with a jab to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dagestanskiy misses the jab.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Boulder.
Dagestanskiy moves out of range as Boulder throws a body kick.
Dagestanskiy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rabid Dog in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Dagestanskiy.
Boulder is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Dagestanskiy taking a break here but Boulder is having none of it and regains half guard.
Dagestanskiy is thwarting Boulder's attempts to control the position.
Boulder works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dagestanskiy advances to half guard.
Boulder moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Boulder working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dagestanskiy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dagestanskiy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Dagestanskiy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Boulder is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Boulder is looking to reverse the position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the action but Boulder is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Dagestanskiy lands a few punches from side control.#T3#
Boulder is trying to work for a sweep but Dagestanskiy has mounted him!
Boulder is desperately trying to improve his position but Dagestanskiy has a good base and remains in mount.
Dagestanskiy working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Dagestanskiy lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Dagestanskiy lands a big elbow.
Dagestanskiy in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice shot to the head.
Dagestanskiy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Dagestanskiy landing punches. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy dominating with strikes here.
Dagestanskiy avoids the attempt from Boulder to control.
Dagestanskiy landing strikes from the mount and Boulder is in trouble!
Boulder is looking to improve his position but Dagestanskiy isn't that keen on the idea.
Dagestanskiy landing strikes from the mount.
Boulder keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dagestanskiy raining down hammerfists from mount.#ROC#
Boulder is rocked!
Dagestanskiy punishing his opponent with strikes.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Dagestanskiy's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Dagestanskiy duly obliges.
Boulder is still on wobbly legs! Can Dagestanskiy finish him?
Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dagestanskiy throws a big counter combination but Boulder scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dagestanskiy fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Boulder to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Boulder looks to clinch but Dagestanskiy throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Boulder taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Khaba Dagestanskiy was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Demolition 6 - Valdez v Graves
Date: Jan 20, 2020 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Marciano 3rd.
#CL2#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy working aggressively here.
Marciano 3rd misses with the head strike.
Marciano 3rd misses with some punches.
Marciano 3rd misses with a hook from the clinch.
Marciano 3rd's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Dagestanskiy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Marciano 3rd.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marciano 3rd tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Marciano 3rd softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dagestanskiy leaning against his opponent.
Dagestanskiy lands a right hand.
Marciano 3rd has had enough of the clinch but Dagestanskiy keeps him there for the moment.
Dagestanskiy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Marciano 3rd smiles and moves away.
#T1#
No joy there for Marciano 3rd, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2#
Dagestanskiy moves into the clinch.
Marciano 3rd tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dagestanskiy's elbow.
A frustrated look appears on Marciano 3rd's face as he tries to break the clinch.
I was talking to Marciano 3rd's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dagestanskiy misses with a punch to the body.
Marciano 3rd blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC#
Marciano 3rd breaks the clinch.
Marciano 3rd lands a jab to Dagestanskiy's midsection.
Sloppy strikes from Marciano 3rd. Those never looked like landing.
Dagestanskiy misses with a series of wild punches.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Marciano 3rd throws a low kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range easily.
Dagestanskiy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T2#
Marciano 3rd shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Dagestanskiy scores with a punch to the head.
A shot to the liver by Dagestanskiy. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Marciano 3rd gets caught napping as Dagestanskiy dives in and scores a takedown. Marciano 3rd manages to retain guard.#SUB#
Marciano 3rd working for a triangle but Dagestanskiy defends it easily.
Dagestanskiy is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dagestanskiy working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Marciano 3rd working a defensive guard here.
Dagestanskiy makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Marciano 3rd is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dagestanskiy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Marciano 3rd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marciano 3rd working a defensive guard but Dagestanskiy passes into half guard.
Dagestanskiy is taking a breather. Marciano 3rd says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Marciano 3rd controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Marciano 3rd is looking to control Dagestanskiy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Marciano 3rd avoid being mounted?#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Marciano 3rd looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dagestanskiy is just content to waste time from the top position. Marciano 3rd takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Marciano 3rd is pulling down on Dagestanskiy's head to control his posture. #SU2#
Marciano 3rd is working an open guard so Dagestanskiy takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Marciano 3rd paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marciano 3rd loads up on a big right hand but Dagestanskiy slips the punch.
Frank Marciano 3rd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Marciano 3rd to counter with a crisp jab.
Marciano 3rd avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marciano 3rd moves away.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Marciano 3rd fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dagestanskiy manages to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Marciano 3rd throws a leg kick that misses.
Marciano 3rd lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dagestanskiy's sensitive parts.
Marciano 3rd misses the shot to the body.
Marciano 3rd throws a hook but Dagestanskiy blocks it.
Dagestanskiy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fighters circling - Dagestanskiy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Marciano 3rd takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Marciano 3rd misses with a low kick as Dagestanskiy jumps back.
Marciano 3rd lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dagestanskiy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Marciano 3rds jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Marciano 3rd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Marciano 3rd listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Frank Marciano 3rd is winning the standup battle so far.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marciano 3rd.
Dagestanskiy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dagestanskiy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Marciano 3rd motions for Dagestanskiy to come forward. Marciano 3rd throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marciano 3rd connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot.
Marciano 3rd blocks a jab.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Marciano 3rd.
Dagestanskiy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Marciano 3rd counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dagestanskiy misses with the combination.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy tests Marciano 3rd's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CUT2#
It looks like Frank Marciano 3rd has been cut.
Dagestanskiy throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marciano 3rd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dagestanskiy connects with a jab.
Marciano 3rd lands the left hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dagestanskiy darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Dagestanskiy ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dagestanskiy lands a jab.
Marciano 3rd misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy misses with a double jab
and Marciano 3rd counters with a low kick, right behind Dagestanskiy 's knee.
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
Dagestanskiy is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Marciano 3rd.
Marciano 3rd steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Marciano 3rd motions for Dagestanskiy to come forward. Marciano 3rd throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Dagestanskiy lunges at Marciano 3rd with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Marciano 3rd's hand.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination that misses
and Marciano 3rd counters with a nice body shot.
Dagestanskiy swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Marciano 3rd makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Marciano 3rd lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dagestanskiy scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Marciano 3rd gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy fails to land with a series of punches.
Marciano 3rd shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A punch lands to the side of Marciano 3rd 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Marciano 3rd lands with a thumping leg kick.
Marciano 3rd throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T4#
Marciano 3rd misses the shot to the body.
Marciano 3rd is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Dagestanskiy has a takedown stuffed.
Marciano 3rd throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Dagestanskiy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dagestanskiy pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Marciano 3rd is looking to slow Dagestanskiy down with leg kicks.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Marciano 3rd with a series of wild strikes but Marciano 3rd uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A chopping leg kick lands by Marciano 3rd.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Marciano 3rd defending well as Dagestanskiy loads up on a big left hand.
Sloppy strikes from Dagestanskiy. Those never looked like landing.
Marciano 3rd connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Frank Marciano 3rd's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Marciano 3rd ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Marciano 3rd buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dagestanskiy tries to clinch but Marciano 3rd moves away
and Marciano 3rd connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Marciano 3rd misses with a body punch
and Dagestanskiy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Marciano 3rd avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Marciano 3rd swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a right hand to the body.
Marciano 3rd feints and then cracks Dagestanskiy's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Dagestanskiy down.
The fighters circling - Marciano 3rd throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marciano 3rd takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Marciano 3rd slips a jab and a cross from Dagestanskiy.
Marciano 3rd throws a leg kick but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Marciano 3rd digs a good hook to Dagestanskiy's body.
Dagestanskiy's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marciano 3rd throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dagestanskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Dagestanskiy misses the shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Marciano 3rd moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Marciano 3rd throws a lazy uppercut
and Dagestanskiy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut.
Marciano 3rd darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Marciano 3rd stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Marciano 3rd motions for Dagestanskiy to come forward. Marciano 3rd throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marciano 3rd showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
It looked like Marciano 3rd was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws a lazy right hand but Marciano 3rd sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marciano 3rd changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Dagestanskiy throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Marciano 3rd counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Dagestanskiy lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Marciano 3rd backs up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marciano 3rd misses the jab.
Marciano 3rd throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy shoots in and gets a takedown into Marciano 3rd's guard.
Dagestanskiy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dagestanskiy preventing the sweep.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Marciano 3rd is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dagestanskiy with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Frank Marciano 3rd has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Marciano 3rd wants to sweep here but Dagestanskiy controlling him for the moment.
Dagestanskiy stands up over Marciano 3rd, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dagestanskiy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dagestanskiy throws a big right hand that misses.
Marciano 3rd trying to control the position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Marciano 3rd is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jab by Marciano 3rd.
Marciano 3rd throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dagestanskiy stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dagestanskiy swings for the body but Marciano 3rd moves out of range.
#T4#
Marciano 3rd throws a right hand that misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a left and a right that stings Marciano 3rd.
Dagestanskiy jabs at Marciano 3rd's body.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Marciano 3rd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dagestanskiy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dagestanskiy swinging wildly here.
Marciano 3rd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dagestanskiy tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Marciano 3rd on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Marciano 3rd misses with a lunging right hand
and Dagestanskiy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Marciano 3rd throws a body shot but no joy.
Dagestanskiy lands with a shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy connects with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy lands a head shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khaba Dagestanskiy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Dagestanskiy 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
After the fight, Khaba Dagestanskiy 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.
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Event:
Demolition 2- Bone v Floyd
Date: Dec 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Boulder throws a big shot that misses.
Boulder tries to land a front kick but Dagestanskiy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dagestanskiy takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Boulder digs a good hook to Dagestanskiy's body.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Boulder.
Boulder scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
No joy there for Boulder, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
The fighters circling - Dagestanskiy throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Boulder dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Boris Boulder seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Boulder listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Boulder lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice body punch from Boulder.
Boulder lands a leg kick that knocks Dagestanskiy off balance momentarily.
Dagestanskiy lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dagestanskiy has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boulder moves away.
Boulder swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Despite the aggression on Dagestanskiy's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Boulder misses with an uppercut. Dagestanskiy saw that one coming.
A jab from Boulder finds it's way through Dagestanskiy's defenses.
Dagestanskiy slips under a jab from Boulder.
Boulder is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Boulder stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boulder tries to move into range but Dagestanskiy moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Boulder paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Boulder ducks under a wild hook from Dagestanskiy.
Boulder lands a glancing blow to the side of Dagestanskiy's head.
Boulder misses with a head kick.
Dagestanskiy checks a leg kick.
A combination from Boulder does no damage.
A little jabbing left from Dagestanskiy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Dagestanskiy misses the target.
Dagestanskiy swings for the body but Boulder moves out of range.
Boulder dives in and grabs Dagestanskiy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dagestanskiy pushes down on Boulder's head and hops out.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#T2#
Boulder throws a head kick that misses. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Boulder looking for a sweep but Dagestanskiy has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Boulder is looking to get to half guard.
Dagestanskiy with shots to the head and body - Boulder looks very uncomfortable down there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dagestanskiy looking to finish Boulder with some ground and pound. This is bad for Boulder!
Dagestanskiy lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Dagestanskiy controlling his opponent.
Dagestanskiy working away from the top, dropping strikes.#T3#
Boulder tries to lock up and control but Dagestanskiy gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Dagestanskiy lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Boulder hang on?
Dagestanskiy lands a nice shot to the head.
Boulder takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Dagestanskiy sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Boulder tries to hold on but Dagestanskiy pushes him away. #T4#
Dagestanskiy with good strikes from the mount here!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Boulder manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Boulder keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Boulder is looking to control Dagestanskiy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Boulder avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ground and pound from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Boulder is keeping him busy.
Dagestanskiy not doing much here.
Boulder has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dagestanskiy is working away from the top position though.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Khaba Dagestanskiy will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Boulder scores with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination that misses
and Boulder counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice strike.
Boulder tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Boulder fails with an attempt to clinch.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD#
Boulder looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Dagestanskiy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boulder is one step ahead there.
Dagestanskiy is still trying to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boulder lands a couple of digs.
Dagestanskiy doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#T1#
Boulder is working Dagestanskiy over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dagestanskiy looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Boulder wants to control from the top but Dagestanskiy keeps moving.
Boulder throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dagestanskiy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Boulder postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Boulder is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Dagestanskiy is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Dagestanskiy has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Dagestanskiy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Dagestanskiy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Boulder is keeping the position.#SUB#
Boulder looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dagestanskiy stopping the sweep attempt from Boulder.
Dagestanskiy controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Dagestanskiy lands a couple of digs.
Dagestanskiy 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.
Boulder looking to control.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
A punch combination from Dagestanskiy misses.
Boulder keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Boulder lands with an uppercut that bounces Dagestanskiy off the cage and back into range.
Boulder definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boulder moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dagestanskiy takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Boulder misses with a low kick.
Dagestanskiy cracks Boulder with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Left hook, right uppercut from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy falls off balance throwing a combination
and Boulder cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dagestanskiy with a hook.
Boulder swats away the attempt to clinch by Dagestanskiy.
Boulder is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Boulder drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Boulder manages to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice strike.
Dagestanskiy's jab looks to have found its range, popping Boulder under the eye.
Boulder throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Dagestanskiy to counter with a crisp jab.
Dagestanskiy with a nice cross.
Boulder lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dagestanskiy takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Boulder tries to close the distance and clinch but Dagestanskiy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Boulder misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dagestanskiy.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Boulder moves into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Boulder tries to work over Dagestanskiy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Boulder is working Dagestanskiy over against the cage.
Dagestanskiy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Boulder can't find room to land a body shot as Dagestanskiy controls the action.
Boulder blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch.
Boulder throws out a loose jab but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dagestanskiy misses with a two punch combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Dagestanskiy misses.
Boulder moves out of range of the strikes.
Boulder connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Boulder lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Boulder shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Dagestanskiy scores with a body shot.
Dagestanskiy misses with a two punch combination.
Decent striking displayed by Boulder there.
Boulder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Boulder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dagestanskiy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Boulder.
Boulder throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dagestanskiy throws a hook but Boulder avoids it easily.
Boulder throws a body shot but no joy.
Boulder lands with a nice body punch.
Dagestanskiy looks to score with a jab to the body but Boulder is just out of range.
Dagestanskiy throws a combination. Boulder tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#
It looks like Boris Boulder has been cut.
Boulder closes the distance and clinches up with Dagestanskiy, looking for a takedown. Boulder pushes Dagestanskiy against the cage but Dagestanskiy circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A low kick from Boulder misses
and Dagestanskiy makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy throws a nice looking combination but Boulder bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boulder jabs Dagestanskiy right on the nose. Dagestanskiy blinks but takes it well.
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Boulder avoids them all with ease.
Boulder throws a shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut.
Boulder drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Dagestanskiy scores with a nice head shot.
Boulder looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Boulder throws a hook to the side of Dagestanskiy's head but Dagestanskiy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Boulder.
Nice body punch from Boulder.
Boulder missing with a left hand there. Dagestanskiy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Boulder scoring well with a low kick there.
No joy there for Dagestanskiy, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Boulder is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Boris Boulder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Boulder throws a good cross that connects.
Boulder throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Dagestanskiy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Boulder tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dagestanskiy! But no joy.
Boulder ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dagestanskiy moves away.
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Boulder moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dagestanskiy throws a right hand that Boulder ducks under and follows up with a left that Boulder also avoids with ease.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Boulder.
Despite the aggression on Dagestanskiy's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Good standup being displayed there by Boulder as he connects with a hook.
Boulder jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dagestanskiy clobbers Boulder with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dagestanskiy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Boulder moves away.
Boulder throws a leg kick
and Dagestanskiy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dagestanskiy jabs at Boulder's body.
Boulder misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Boris Boulder is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Boulder throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Dagestanskiy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Khaba Dagestanskiy is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dagestanskiy misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dagestanskiy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dagestanskiy catches Boulder with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A low kick from Boulder misses
and Dagestanskiy counters with a left and a right that stings Boulder.
Boulder lands a jab to the head.
Dagestanskiy lands with a good body shot.
Dagestanskiy lands a two punch combo.
#TD2#
Dagestanskiy looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Boulder is looking to improve his position.
Dagestanskiy takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Khaba Dagestanskiy comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dagestanskiy 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Khaba Dagestanskiy!
Khaba Dagestanskiy was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
RISE 122
Date: Dec 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Brit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dagestanskiy.
Brit connects with a body shot.
Brit stalks Dagestanskiy and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Dagestanskiy's face. Dagestanskiy staggers backwards, shaken.
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that Brit avoids nicely.
Brit misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brit on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown but Brit shows good takedown defense.
Brit lunges at Dagestanskiy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dagestanskiy's hand.
Brit lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dagestanskiy loads up on a big right hand but Brit slips the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dagestanskiy takes a kick to the side of the head.#ROC#
Dagestanskiy is rocked!
Brit throws a nice looking combination but Dagestanskiy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Dagestanskiy is still on wobbly legs! Can Brit finish him?
Jimmy Brit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dagestanskiy misses with a looping left.
Dagestanskiy seems to have recovered his senses.
Brit misses with a kick to the body
and Dagestanskiy counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Brit!
Dagestanskiy circles away from the clinch attempt.
And Dagestanskiy tries to counter it with a takedown but Brit pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Dagestanskiy tries to bum rush Brit with a series of wild strikes but Brit uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dagestanskiy shoots in looking for a takedown. Brit tries to sprawl out of it but Dagestanskiy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Brit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Brit loads up on a big right hand but Dagestanskiy slips the punch.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#ES#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Brit manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Brit's efforts to push away.
Dagestanskiy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Brit's efforts to push away.
Dagestanskiy tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brit's elbow. #T2#
Brit can't break the clinch.
Brit has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Dagestanskiy manages to break the clinch.
Brit throws a shot from downtown. Dagestanskiy moves away and avoids it.
Dagestanskiy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Brit but Brit pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jimmy Brit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Khaba Dagestanskiy.
Good leg kick by Brit there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Brit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Brit misses with a lunging right hand
letting Dagestanskiy counter with a right hand.
Brit misses with a wild combination.
Brit throws the left hand but Dagestanskiy avoids the punch easily.
Dagestanskiy blocks a head kick by Brit.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body punch
and Brit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Brit pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Brit, right into the meat.
Brit lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Brit throws a head kick but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
#CL2#
Dagestanskiy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brit, pushing him back against the cage.
Brit wants to get back to striking at distance but Dagestanskiy won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Dagestanskiy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Brit will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dagestanskiy lands a nice hook to Brit's body. Brit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A punch combination from Brit misses. #T4#
Dagestanskiy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Dagestanskiy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brit throws out the jab.
Dagestanskiy avoids the head kick by Brit.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brit tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Brit fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brit throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Dagestanskiy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Brit tries to work over Dagestanskiy's front leg with a kick but Dagestanskiy checks it.
Brit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dagestanskiy throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but Brit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Brit takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Jimmy Brit dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from Brit misses the target. #CL#
Brit clinches.
Dagestanskiy avoiding damage.
Dagestanskiy has Brit pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Brit manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Dagestanskiy lands a hook that snaps the head of Brit backwards.
Still in the clinch, Dagestanskiy scores with a nice short uppercut.#TD2#
Dagestanskiy has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Brit is trying to keep an underhook but Dagestanskiy manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Brit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy moves nicely into side control.
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Brit is keeping him busy.
Khaba Dagestanskiy has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dagestanskiy tries to advance to mount but Brit instead regains half guard. #T1#
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Brit regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Brit wants to get back to his feet but Dagestanskiy is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dagestanskiy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dagestanskiy distracts Brit with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dagestanskiy with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dagestanskiy throws a strike but Brit rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Dagestanskiy looking for a sweep. Not yet Dagestanskiy, not yet.
Brit tries to free his leg and advance position but Dagestanskiy is retaining full guard.
Brit won't allow Dagestanskiy to sweep him here.
Dagestanskiy is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Brit trying to stand up but can't free himself from Dagestanskiy's guard.#SU#
Brit stands up and waves to Dagestanskiy to follow him.
Dagestanskiy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Brit is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Dagestanskiy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brit.
Brit throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Brit shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Brit misses with a two punch combination.
Dagestanskiy avoids the head kick by Brit.
Dagestanskiy changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Dagestanskiy throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Dagestanskiy lands a jab to Brit's midsection.
Dagestanskiy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Jimmy Brit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dagestanskiy cracks Brit with a good jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Brit gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Dagestanskiy stands up over Brit, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dagestanskiy postures up in Brit's guard and throws a big left but Brit blocks it.
Dagestanskiy throws a strike but Brit rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Brit won't allow Dagestanskiy to sweep him here.
Brit looking to pass the guard.
Brit wants to stand but Dagestanskiy is controlling his posture from full guard.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Dagestanskiy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Brit sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dagestanskiy somewhat.
Brit seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Brit fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Dagestanskiy checks it well.
Dagestanskiy just misses with a punch to the body.
Brit thinks about countering with a body kick.
Dagestanskiy misses with a wild combination.
Dagestanskiy lands a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dagestanskiy takes a swing at Brit's ribcage but misses.
Brit is looking to counter the offense by Dagestanskiy and move into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy blocks a head kick by Brit.
Dagestanskiy misses with an uppercut. Brit saw that one coming.
Brit scores with a hook to the body. Dagestanskiy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Brit will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Brit misses with a double jab.
Dagestanskiy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brit.
#KD2#
Nice combo by Dagestanskiy! Oh, that's hurt him - Brit falls to the canvas and Dagestanskiy follows him into side control. #ROC2#
Brit is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Jimmy Brit has been cut.
A big shot lands for Dagestanskiy! That's hurt Brit! Will he recover? Dagestanskiy fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
After the fight, Khaba Dagestanskiy 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.
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Event:
RISE 110 Feng v Bone
Date: Oct 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Dagestanskiy lands a nice looking body shot.
Wood scores with a push kick.
Wood throws a series of punches but Dagestanskiy moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy digs a good hook to Wood's body.
Wood looks to land a combination but Dagestanskiy avoids it well.
Wood misses with a head kick.
Dagestanskiy lands with a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wood. Dagestanskiy does a little dance to reset his feet.
A left lands for Wood.
Wood scores with a hook to the body. Dagestanskiy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dagestanskiy swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dagestanskiy shoots in but no luck this time.
Wood jabs at Dagestanskiy's body.
Dagestanskiy lands a two punch combo.
Wood lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Wood throws out a loose jab but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wood misses with the combination.
#T1#
Dagestanskiy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wood moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dagestanskiy avoids the body shot from Wood.
It looked like Dagestanskiy was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Wood takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Dagestanskiy fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Wood circles away from the clinch attempt.
Wood only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Wood throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #TD#
Dagestanskiy is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wood's half guard.#ES2#
Wood manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Dagestanskiy keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wood takes a shot to the head.
Wood lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dagestanskiy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A left hand lands to the body for Dagestanskiy.
I was talking to Dagestanskiy's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Dagestanskiy wants a takedown.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy misses with a punch on the inside.
Dagestanskiy lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wood backwards.
Dagestanskiy misses with a punch on the inside.
Wood can't find room to land a body shot as Dagestanskiy controls the action.
Wood misses with some punches.
Wood misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wood blocking some punches.
Dagestanskiy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Wood backwards.
Dagestanskiy misses with the head strike.
Wood lands a hook that snaps the head of Dagestanskiy backwards.
Dagestanskiy throws a punch but it's blocked by Wood.
Wood lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dagestanskiy backwards.
Dagestanskiy misses with a punch to the body.
Wood lands with a right to the head.
Dagestanskiy misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dagestanskiy lands with a right to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Wood. #T3#
Dagestanskiy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Wood.
Wood lands with a left to the head.
Dagestanskiy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Wood swings wildly with an uppercut but Dagestanskiy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wood misses with a punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Dagestanskiy.
Wood working aggressively here.
Dagestanskiy struggles to land a body shot inside as Wood controls his hands.
Dagestanskiy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dagestanskiy can't find room to land a body shot as Wood controls the action.
Dagestanskiy is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Wood pulls him back up using the underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khaba Dagestanskiy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dagestanskiy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dagestanskiy scores with a shot to the side of Wood's head.
A head punch on the inside from Wood fails to land.
Wood throws a head punch that misses. #T4#
Dagestanskiy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Woods head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dagestanskiy is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Wood is keeping busy.
Wood goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Wood lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A shot in the inside from Wood.
Wood has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Dagestanskiy seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Wood can turn it around.
Dagestanskiy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dagestanskiy has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Wood is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Dagestanskiy misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dagestanskiy scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wood tries to clinch up but Dagestanskiy circles away and keeps his distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Wood uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy wants to clinch.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Woody Wood will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dagestanskiy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Dagestanskiy tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Wood paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dagestanskiy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Wood defends it nicely.
Wood slaps away a takedown attempt from Dagestanskiy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Wood takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Woody Wood seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Wood quickly recovers to half guard.
Wood moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dagestanskiy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wood keeping moving, preventing Dagestanskiy from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dagestanskiy stops Wood from standing up.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Wood is working from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy cracks Wood with a solid left hand.
Dagestanskiy passes into half guard.
Dagestanskiy passes into side control, despite Wood's attempt to control the position.
Wood avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Wood is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T2#
Dagestanskiy scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Wood to see if he's OK.
Dagestanskiy throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Wood works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Dagestanskiy throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but Wood is blocking nicely.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but Wood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wood moves into full guard.
#T3#
Dagestanskiy looking to sit in guard and control but Wood gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Wood stays in close to Dagestanskiy's body and controls the position.
Wood preventing the sweep.
Wood slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SU2#
Wood gets to his feet - Dagestanskiy follows without any prompting. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dagestanskiy throws a body punch but Wood moves out of range.
Dagestanskiy tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Dagestanskiy throws a jab but it's blocked by Wood.
Dagestanskiy takes a swing at Wood's ribcage but misses.
Nice straight punches there by Dagestanskiy. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Dagestanskiy.
Dagestanskiy takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wood connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Dagestanskiy's hands.
A jab from Wood finds it's way through Dagestanskiy's defenses. #KD2#
Wood lands a big head kick that sends Dagestanskiy tumbling to the mat! Wood takes a step backwards and waves Dagestanskiy back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Dagestanskiy is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Khaba Dagestanskiy has been cut.
Wood throws a powerful right kick. Dagestanskiy tried to block low but the kick was high! Dagestanskiy was taken right off of his feet! Wood jumps in to finish the job and the ref tackles him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Woody Wood!
A victorious Woody Wood thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
CFC 2: Here To Party
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Debble swinging wildly here.
Debble falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Dagestanskiy counters with a shoot takedown. Debble fights it but they end up in guard.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dagestanskiy trying to control the position from guard on top but Debble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Debble looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dagestanskiy is one step ahead there.
Debble looks winded!
Dagestanskiy sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Debble avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dagestanskiy's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dagestanskiy trying to control but Debble is working from the bottom. #T1#
Dagestanskiy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Debble's guard.
Dagestanskiy lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dagestanskiy with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dagestanskiy working Debble over with strikes.
Dagestanskiy slips a nice elbow through Debble's hands, connecting with Debble's forehead.
Dagestanskiy not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dagestanskiy is trying to control. Debble wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Debble wants to control but Dagestanskiy is keeping busy.
Dagestanskiy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dagestanskiy works his way into side control.
Dagestanskiy throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T2#
Dagestanskiy wants to control but Debble is keeping him busy.
Dagestanskiy is working Debble over with some ground and pound from side control.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but Debble is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Debble tries to buck Dagestanskiy off but Dagestanskiy is having none of it.
Dagestanskiy working the head and body with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Debble tries to bench press Dagestanskiy off him but Dagestanskiy keeps the position.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but Debble is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dagestanskiy working the ground and pound.#T3#
Dagestanskiy working away.
Dagestanskiy cracks Debble with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Dagestanskiy working the ground and pound but Debble is defending the strikes.
Dagestanskiy scores with punches from side control.
You can see the frustration on Debble's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dagestanskiy cracks Debble with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Debble being controlled for a moment.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but Debble is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Debble gets back to half guard.#T4#
Dagestanskiy thows a huge punch but Debble dodges it nicely.
Dagestanskiy scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Dagestanskiy is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dagestanskiy tries to pass to full mount but Debble defends it.
Dagestanskiy is nestled in close to Debble, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dagestanskiy lands strikes from half guard.
Debble is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take a break and control but Debble is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dagestanskiy wants to pass the guard but Debble is defending well.
And thats the end of the round the fighters go back to their corners.
Khaba Dagestanskiy dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Debble throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Debble ducks right into an uppercut from Dagestanskiy.
A head kick misses from Debble.
Dagestanskiy lands with a cross.
Debble misses with a few strikes there.
Dagestanskiy is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Dagestanskiy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Debble can do to turn this around?
A punch lands to the side of Debble 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Dagestanskiy moves into range and clinches up with Debble.
A head punch on the inside from Debble fails to land. #BC#
Dagestanskiy breaks the clinch.
Debble displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dagestanskiy throws out the jab.
Debble throws a left and a right that both miss
and Dagestanskiy counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Debble is breathing heavily.
Debble tries a head kick but it misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Debble showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dagestanskiy.
Dum Debble seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch lands to the side of Debble 's head but he takes it in his stride.#ROC#
Debble is rocked!#T1#
Dagestanskiy throws a series of punches but Debble moves out of range.
Debble is still on wobbly legs! Can Dagestanskiy finish him?
Dagestanskiy closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Debble out cold! Debble corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Khaba Dagestanskiy!
After the fight, Khaba Dagestanskiy 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.
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