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Event:
Onslaught
Date: Oct 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Nurmagoduv uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Benedetti.
Nurmagoduv walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Benedetti scores with a jab. Nurmagoduv acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nurmagoduv walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Benedetti with a jab.
Nurmagoduv walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Benedetti just misses with a punch to the body.
No luck for Nurmagoduv with that takedown attempt.
Benedetti cracks Nurmagoduv with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Benedetti is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Benedetti ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nurmagoduv shoots in for a double leg but Benedetti sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Benedetti misses with a series of wild punches.
#T1##CL2#
Benedetti forces Nurmagoduv back against the cage and clinches.
Benedetti lands a shoulder strike.
A short right from Benedetti on the inside.
Benedetti pushes Nurmagoduv back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Benedetti manages to break the clinch.
Benedetti waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nurmagoduv.
Nurmagoduv looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Benedetti throws a hook but Nurmagoduv blocks it.
Benedetti swings for the body but Nurmagoduv moves out of range.
A left and a right from Benedetti both land. Nice combination. #CL2#
Benedetti gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A body shot lands from Benedetti.
#BC2#
Benedetti breaks from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nurmagoduv closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nurmagoduv ducks right into an uppercut from Benedetti. #T2#
Benedetti cracks Nurmagoduv with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Benedetti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Benedetti connects with a right hand. Nurmagoduv shakes it off.
Nurmagoduv fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagoduv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benedetti lands a nice hook to Nurmagoduv's body. Nurmagoduv takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nurmagoduv closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Benedetti swings for the body but Nurmagoduv moves out of range.
Nurmagoduv attempts a counter takedown but Benedetti avoids it well and moves away.
Nurmagoduv moves in looking to clinch but Benedetti pushes him off.
Mario Benedetti seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Benedetti bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Good shot there by Benedetti.
Benedetti tries to clinch #TD#
and Nurmagoduv counters with a nice double leg into side control. Benedetti won't be happy with that.
Benedetti felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Benedetti is not content to let Nurmagoduv control the position. #T3#
Benedetti is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Nurmagoduv is controlling him well.
Nurmagoduv working the ground and pound but Benedetti is defending the strikes.
Benedetti is trying to buck Nurmagoduv off.
Benedetti tries to bench press Nurmagoduv off him but Nurmagoduv keeps the position.
Nurmagoduv throws a strike aimed at the side of Benedetti's head but Benedetti avoids it well.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the position but Benedetti is working away.
Nurmagoduv landing a few strikes. #T4#
Benedetti tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nurmagoduv wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The strikes coming from Nurmagoduv are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Benedetti manages to get back to half guard.
Nurmagoduv missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nurmagoduv 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.
Nurmagoduv is nestled in close to Benedetti, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nurmagoduv lands with a punch from half guard.
Nurmagoduv with the ground and pound but Benedetti uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Nurmagoduv missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nurmagoduv connects with a couple of short punches.
Nurmagoduv throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Benedetti preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv stops Benedetti from standing up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Benedetti 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#
Benedetti looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurmagoduv is just out of range.
Benedetti throws a body shot but no joy.
Nurmagoduv drops down looking for a counter takedown but Benedetti sprawls and moves away.
Nurmagoduv takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Benedetti swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nurmagoduv takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Benedetti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nurmagoduv's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Benedetti connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nurmagoduv scrambles back to his feet.
Benedetti missing with a left hand there. Nurmagoduv was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nurmagoduv shoots in for a takedown but Benedetti shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Benedetti gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Benedetti lands with a short shot to the head.
Benedetti is pressed up against the cage. Nurmagoduv has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Benedetti down to the mat. Benedetti avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Benedetti misses with a body shot.
Nurmagoduv half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A shot to the liver by Benedetti. Beautiful body shot.
Benedetti throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Benedetti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Benedetti throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Nurmagoduv on the side of the head. #CL2#
Benedetti moves into range and clinches up with Nurmagoduv.
Benedetti scores with a shot to the side of Nurmagoduv's head.
Benedetti cracks Nurmagoduv with a nice body shot.
A short right from Benedetti on the inside.
Benedetti lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nurmagoduv backwards. #BC2#
Benedetti breaks the clinch.
Nurmagoduv walks into a stiff left hand from Benedetti.
Nurmagoduv takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Benedetti dips to his left and cracks Nurmagoduv with an uppercut!
Benedetti uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Nurmagoduv has time to react.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Benedetti's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nurmagoduv under the eye.
Benedetti scores with a hook.#CL2#
Benedetti instigates a clinch. #T2#
Benedetti softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Nurmagoduv is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Benedetti gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagoduv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benedetti digs a right hand into Nurmagoduv's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nurmagoduv's gas tank.
Nurmagoduv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Benedetti lands a left hand.
Benedetti lands a body punch.
Benedetti lands a shot to the body.
Nurmagoduv tries for a takedown but Benedetti manages to get underhooks.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Benedetti lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Nurmagoduv.
Benedetti lands a nice shot to the body.
Benedetti lands a body shot.
Benedetti lands a body punch in the clinch. #T3##BC2#
Benedetti breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nurmagoduv takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Decent striking displayed by Benedetti there.
Nurmagoduv walks into a jab.
Benedetti misses with a series of wild punches.
#CL2#
Benedetti drives through and clinches with Nurmagoduv against the cage.
#BC2#
Benedetti breaks the clinch.
Nurmagoduv takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Mario Benedetti seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Benedetti misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Nurmagoduv misses the target.
Nurmagoduv on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Benedetti changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Left hook, right uppercut from Benedetti. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nurmagoduv shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Benedetti pinned against the cage. Benedetti gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nurmagoduv looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Benedetti ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nurmagoduv moves away.
Nurmagoduv feinted with a counter takedown.
Nice takedown defense from Benedetti. No joy for Nurmagoduv on that attempt.
Nurmagoduv walks into a straight right hand from Benedetti.
A jab lands there for Benedetti.
Benedetti fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Nurmagoduv looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nurmagoduv doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#CL2#
Benedetti clinches up with Nurmagoduv and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Benedetti breaks the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Benedetti. That snapped Nurmagoduv's head back.
#CL2#
Benedetti fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nurmagoduv, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Benedetti breaks from the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mario Benedetti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! 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#
Benedetti stuns Nurmagoduv with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Nurmagoduv shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Benedetti.
Benedetti scores with a hook.
Benedetti lands a nice shot to the body.
Benedetti tests Nurmagoduv's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nurmagoduv gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Benedetti feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Nurmagoduvs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Benedetti cracks a nice hook into Nurmagoduv's ribs.
A lazy left from Benedetti finds it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Benedetti scores with a jab to the head.
Nurmagoduv takes a jab right on the kisser.
#T1#
Benedetti scores with a shot to the body.
Nurmagoduv takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Benedetti lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Benedetti lands with an uppercut that bounces Nurmagoduv off the cage and back into range.
Benedetti jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
A right-left combo lands from Benedetti.
Nurmagoduv shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Benedetti as he avoids it easily.
Benedetti tries to bum rush Nurmagoduv with a series of wild strikes but Nurmagoduv uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nurmagoduv avoids the body shot from Benedetti.
Nurmagoduv changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A cross from Benedetti lands.
Benedetti scores with a decent looking hook.
Nurmagoduv uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Benedetti.
Nurmagoduv tries to score a power double leg takedown but Benedetti sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Nurmagoduv somewhat.
Mario Benedetti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Benedetti fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Benedetti lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nurmagoduv circles away quickly and effectively.
Nurmagoduv appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Benedetti is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Benedetti connects with a single shot there.
Benedetti fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Benedetti throws out a powerful jab.
Nurmagoduv is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nurmagoduv takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T3#
Benedetti tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nurmagoduv was well out of range. Poor timing from Benedetti.
Nurmagoduv attempts a counter takedown but Benedetti avoids it well and moves away.
Benedetti dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Benedetti slaps away a takedown attempt from Nurmagoduv, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagoduv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Benedetti lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Benedetti fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nurmagoduv on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Benedetti cracks Nurmagoduv with an open hand slap.
Benedetti punishes Nurmagoduv's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Benedetti closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Benedetti breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
Benedetti takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Benedetti throws out a loose jab but Nurmagoduv uses good head movement to avoid it.
Benedetti throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nurmagoduv tries to counter with a takedown but Benedetti is quick to defend against it.
Benedetti connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Benedetti sizes up Nurmagoduv with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nurmagoduv takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nurmagoduv shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nurmagoduv has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Benedetti finds it's way round the side to connect with Nurmagoduv's head.
Nurmagoduv walks into a jab.
Good exchange - Benedetti coming out on top.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nurmagoduv takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Benedetti connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Khabib Nurmagoduv has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nurmagoduv takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mario Benedetti comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Benedetti 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 Anthony Taglia scores the fight 25:30
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 25:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mario Benedetti!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Mario Benedetti made sure he mentioned Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200), along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
Indomitable Wills II
Date: Sep 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Nurmagoduv drops his hands momentarily and Shaw takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Nurmagoduv fails with a takedown attempt.
Nurmagoduv fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Shaw avoids it really well and circles away.
Nurmagoduv closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shaw circles away.
Shaw is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Nurmagoduv with a body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagoduv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shaw misses with a left hand #TD#
and Nurmagoduv counters with a shoot takedown. Shaw fights it but they end up in guard.
Shaw is looking to stand up but Nurmagoduv isn't so interested in that idea.
Nurmagoduv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shaw utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv stands up over Shaw, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Shaw utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Shaw is trying to keep Nurmagoduv in close.
Nurmagoduv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Shaw not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nurmagoduv throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagoduv throws a big elbow that misses.
Nurmagoduv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmagoduv throws a big right hand that misses.
We've been hearing that Nurmagoduv has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Nurmagoduv 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.
Nurmagoduv scoring with punches to the head and body.
Nurmagoduv postures up in Shaw's guard and throws a big left but Shaw blocks it.
Shaw wants to get back to his feet but Nurmagoduv is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Nurmagoduv trying to control but Shaw is working from the bottom.
Nurmagoduv is looking to work some ground and pound but Shaw has wrist control.#T2#
Shaw preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Shaw utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Shaw really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagoduv. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurmagoduv scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Nurmagoduv makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nurmagoduv distracts Shaw with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the position from guard on top but Shaw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurmagoduv with a nice head shot there.
Nurmagoduv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Shaw's head.
Shaw avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv is in close to Shaw's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the position from guard on top but Shaw is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Nurmagoduv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nurmagoduv is looking to work some ground and pound but Shaw has wrist control.
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of elbows.
Nurmagoduv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shaw looks winded!
Shaw has momentary wrist control but Nurmagoduv slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nurmagoduv throwing strikes from guard but Shaw blocks nicely.
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nurmagoduv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Nurmagoduv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Shaw's head.
Nurmagoduv keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Shaw's head.
Nurmagoduv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Nurmagoduv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #ROC#
Shaw is rocked!
Nurmagoduv throws a big elbow that misses.
Shaw has momentary wrist control but Nurmagoduv slips an elbow through the middle.
Shaw is still in real trouble! Can Nurmagoduv finish him?
Nurmagoduv gets to his feet and stands over Shaw, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Shaw felt that one! Nurmagoduv unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Shaw from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagoduv!
A very excited looking Khabib Nurmagoduv 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:
JBL 6
Date: Sep 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Shaw tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Nurmagoduv paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Shaw missing with a left hand there. Nurmagoduv was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Shaw throws a nice looking combination but Nurmagoduv bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Nurmagoduv appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nurmagoduv uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shaw.
Nurmagoduv looks for a takedown but Shaw sprawls well.
Shaw misses the jab.
Shaw throws a leg kick #TD#
and Nurmagoduv counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Shaw manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Nurmagoduv keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shaw is looking to break free of the clinch but Nurmagoduv has double underhooks.
Shaw is pressed up against the cage. Nurmagoduv has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Shaw down to the mat. Shaw avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Nurmagoduv looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nurmagoduv slips a straight right by Shaw.
Nurmagoduv half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Shaw throws a big shot that misses.
Nurmagoduv uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Shaw.#CL#
Shaw tries to keep at a distance but Nurmagoduv has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nurmagoduv drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khabib Nurmagoduv. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nurmagoduv swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T2#
Nurmagoduv is working for takedown but Shaw is calmly controlling the position for now.
Shaw prevents a takedown attempt there.
Shaw is trying to break the clinch but Nurmagoduv is controlling him.
Nurmagoduv wants to take the fight to the mat but Shaw manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Nurmagoduv keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Shaw's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Shaw escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T3#
Shaw throws a good cross that connects.
#CUT2#
It looks like Khabib Nurmagoduv has been cut.
No joy there for Shaw, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#CL2#
Shaw gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nurmagoduv has Shaw pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Shaw manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Shaw is trying to break free.#BC#
Nurmagoduv manages to break the clinch.
Shaw lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Nurmagoduv circles away quickly and effectively.
Shaw lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Shaw lands with a right hand. #T4#
Shaw misses with an uppercut.
Shaw throws a jab but it's blocked by Nurmagoduv.
Henry Shaw seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shaw tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nurmagoduv swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Nurmagoduv changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Shaw fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Nurmagoduv on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shaw fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Nurmagoduv checks it well.
Nurmagoduv attempts a counter takedown but Shaw avoids it well and moves away.
Shaw misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Shaw defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nurmagoduv.
Shaw misses with a looping right.
Shaw ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Nurmagoduv moves away.
Shaw connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A slow jab from Shaw misses its intended target.
Nurmagoduv drops down looking for a counter takedown but Shaw sprawls and moves away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Henry Shaw dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagoduv's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL2#
Shaw clinches up against the cage.
Nurmagoduv is working for takedown but Shaw is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC#
Nurmagoduv's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Shaw falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Nurmagoduv counters with a takedown into side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagoduv.
Nurmagoduv in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagoduv controls the position.
Shaw really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagoduv. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurmagoduv lands a nice forearm strike.
Sloppy strikes there by Nurmagoduv.
Nurmagoduv 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.
The strikes coming from Nurmagoduv are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #T1#
Shaw is not content to let Nurmagoduv control the position.
Shaw wants to control but Nurmagoduv postures up.
Khabib Nurmagoduv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shaw trying to remain calm as Nurmagoduv controls from the top position.
The strikes coming from Nurmagoduv are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
An elbow from Nurmagoduv crashes against the mat.
Shaw has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the position but Shaw is working away.
Nurmagoduv tries to move to mount but Shaw blocks the move with his legs.
Nurmagoduv working the ground and pound.#T2#
Nurmagoduv tries to move into full mount but can't pass Shaw's legs.
Shaw dodges the ground and pound from Nurmagoduv.
Shaw is not content to let Nurmagoduv control the position.
Shaw wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Nurmagoduv tries to move into full mount but can't pass Shaw's legs.
Nurmagoduv working the ground and pound.
You can see the frustration on Shaw's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Nurmagoduv misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Nurmagoduv cracks Shaw with a big elbow.
Shaw avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Nurmagoduv.
Nurmagoduv connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Shaw some visible discomfort.
Shaw takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagoduv landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Nurmagoduv lands a nice forearm strike.
Shaw takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Nurmagoduv looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Shaw is avoiding damage well.
#T4#
Nurmagoduv throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Shaw works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Shaw on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Shaw pushes Nurmagoduv off looking to stand but Nurmagoduv dives back in and keeps control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagoduv takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Well, if Nurmagoduv 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.
Nurmagoduv sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Shaw defending well though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagoduv lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
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!
Shaw is refusing to be controlled, as Nurmagoduv sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagoduv dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Khabib Nurmagoduv's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Nurmagoduv closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shaw to the mat! Shaw manages to get full guard.
Nurmagoduv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nurmagoduv throwing strikes but missing.
Shaw preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv 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.
Nurmagoduv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagoduv landing with the ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Nurmagoduv trying to control but Shaw is working from the bottom.
Nurmagoduv is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Shaw is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Nurmagoduv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nurmagoduv trying to control but Shaw is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Shaw thuds his right hand into Nurmagoduv's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nurmagoduv moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CL2#
Shaw rushes Nurmagoduv and presses him up against the cage.
Shaw tries to break the clinch but Nurmagoduv is controlling the position. #T3#
Nurmagoduv goes for a takedown attempt but Shaw pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Shaw throws a right and a left that both miss.
Henry Shaw is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Shaw scores with a nice head shot.
Shaw throws a leg kick #TD#
and Nurmagoduv counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Shaw uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Nurmagoduv moves away from the strike by Shaw.
Nice takedown defense from Shaw. No joy for Nurmagoduv on that attempt. #TD#
Nurmagoduv 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.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nurmagoduv postures up in Shaw's guard and throws a big left but Shaw blocks it.
Nurmagoduv lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Nurmagoduv throwing strikes from guard but Shaw blocks nicely. #T4#
Nurmagoduv missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nurmagoduv stays in close to Shaw's body and controls the position.
Shaw wants to stand but Nurmagoduv is controlling the position.
Nurmagoduv cracks Shaw with a solid left hand.
Nurmagoduv controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nurmagoduv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
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 Khabib Nurmagoduv.
I think Nurmagoduv 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Henry Shaw!
Henry Shaw decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Test of Wills III
Date: Aug 18, 2018 |
#R1#
Haggus moves in looking to clinch but Nurmagoduv pushes him off.
Nurmagoduv changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Haggus tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Nurmagoduv manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Haggus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Haggus looks to score with a jab to the body but Nurmagoduv is just out of range.
Haggus fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nurmagoduv keeps the fight on the outside.
Haggus tries to clinch there but Nurmagoduv circles away.
Haggus tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And Nurmagoduv tries to counter it with a takedown but Haggus pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nurmagoduv looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nurmagoduv enables Haggus to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nurmagoduv manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haggus throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Nurmagoduv works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Nurmagoduv looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Haggus with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagoduv is pulling down on Haggus's head to control his posture. #T1#
Haggus working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Haggus manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Nurmagoduv is working Haggus over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of digs.
Haggus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagoduv is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Haggus looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Haggus is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2#
Haggus is striking from the bottom but Nurmagoduv uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Nurmagoduv looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv slips a nice elbow through Haggus's hands, connecting with Haggus's forehead.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the action but Haggus is working from the bottom.
Haggus has hold of Nurmagoduv's hands but Nurmagoduv slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Nurmagoduv landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nurmagoduv wants to free his trapped foot but Haggus is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagoduv looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Haggus with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T3#
Nurmagoduv is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant 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. Nurmagoduv connects with a nice short shot to Haggus's temple. #ROC2#
Haggus is rocked!
Nurmagoduv lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Haggus! More strikes land and this one is all over! Nurmagoduv jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagoduv!
After winning the bout, Khabib Nurmagoduv 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:
Test of Wills II
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Wright throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Nurmagoduv tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Wright is in Nurmagoduv's guard.
Nurmagoduv wants to sweep here but Wright controlling him for the moment.
Wright throws a big right hand that misses.
Nurmagoduv preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wright accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wright throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagoduv avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Wright throws a strike but Nurmagoduv rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nurmagoduv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nurmagoduv trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagoduv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagoduv content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Wright keeping moving, preventing Nurmagoduv from controlling successfully.
Nurmagoduv throwing strikes from guard but Wright blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Nurmagoduv throws a big elbow that misses.
Wright manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nurmagoduv manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Nurmagoduv wants to stand and escape but Wright is having none of it.
Wright must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Nurmagoduv keeping moving, preventing Wright from controlling successfully.
Wright connects with a couple of short punches.
Nurmagoduv pulls Wright in to control the position.
Wright working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Wright postures up in Nurmagoduv's guard and throws a big left but Nurmagoduv blocks it.
Nurmagoduv utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wright working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Wright trying to control the position from guard on top but Nurmagoduv is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Wright fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nurmagoduv avoids it really well and circles away.
Wright closes the distance and clinches up with Nurmagoduv, looking for a takedown. Wright pushes Nurmagoduv against the cage but Nurmagoduv circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#TD2#
Wright shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nurmagoduv manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Wright postures up in Nurmagoduv's guard and throws a big left but Nurmagoduv blocks it.
Wright is working Nurmagoduv over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
Nurmagoduv manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wright manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Nurmagoduv throwing strikes from guard but Wright blocks nicely.
Nurmagoduv throws a big right hand that misses.
Wright avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv throws an elbow that misses. Wright uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Nurmagoduv's guard. Nice move by Wright!#REVB#
Wright throwing strikes but missing.
Wright trying to control but Nurmagoduv is working from the bottom.
Wright with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Nurmagoduv wants to stand but Wright is controlling the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wright accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wright accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nurmagoduv utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wright is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Wright looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Wright with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ethan Wright will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Wright misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Wright tries for a takedown but Nurmagoduv sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD2#
Wright shoots in and gets a takedown into Nurmagoduv's guard.
Wright postures up in Nurmagoduv's guard and throws a big left but Nurmagoduv blocks it.
Wright throws an elbow that misses. Nurmagoduv uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wright's guard. Nice move by Nurmagoduv!#REVR#
Nurmagoduv throws a strike but Wright rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Nurmagoduv is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Wright has momentary wrist control but Nurmagoduv slips an elbow through the middle.
Nurmagoduv throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nurmagoduv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wright has his hands on Nurmagoduv's head, controlling the position.
Nurmagoduv 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.#T1#
Nurmagoduv loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Nurmagoduv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wright preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Nurmagoduv landing with the ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv throws a big elbow that misses.
Nurmagoduv with a flurry of punches that miss.
Nurmagoduv scoring with punches to the head and body.
Wright lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Nurmagoduv working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
Wright working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wright connects with a couple of short punches.
Nurmagoduv pulls Wright in close to prevent any damage.
Nurmagoduv wants to stand up but Wright is controlling him.
Wright's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nurmagoduv tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wright trying to control the position from guard on top but Nurmagoduv is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wright stopping the sweep attempt from Nurmagoduv.#T3#
Nurmagoduv bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Wright's guard. #REVR#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wright can do anything to dispel that myth.
Nurmagoduv throws a strike but Wright rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Wright really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagoduv. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the position here.
Wright throwing strikes but missing.
Wright wants to control from the top but Nurmagoduv keeps moving.
Nurmagoduv is pulling down on Wright's head. It's preventing any offense from Wright, at least for the moment.
Wright wants to control from the top but Nurmagoduv keeps moving. #T4#
Nurmagoduv pulls Wright in close to his closed guard and prevents Wright from doing any damage or advancing position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Wright working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Wright throws an elbow that misses. Nurmagoduv uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wright's guard. Nice move by Nurmagoduv!#REVR#
Nurmagoduv preventing the sweep.
Wright utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wright wants to sweep but no luck.
Nurmagoduv with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nurmagoduv trying to control but Wright is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khabib Nurmagoduv dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Wright closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Nurmagoduv quickly recovers to half guard.
Nurmagoduv slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Wright looking to sit in guard and control but Nurmagoduv gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Nurmagoduv working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wright is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Wright postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wright throwing strikes from guard but Nurmagoduv blocks nicely.
Wright postures up in Nurmagoduv's guard and throws a big left but Nurmagoduv blocks it. #T1#
Nurmagoduv looking to control.
Wright throws an elbow that misses. Nurmagoduv uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Wright's guard. Nice move by Nurmagoduv!#REVR#
Nurmagoduv throwing strikes but missing.
Nurmagoduv wants to control from the top but Wright keeps moving.
Nurmagoduv is in close to Wright's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Wright pulls Nurmagoduv in to control the position.
Nurmagoduv distracts Wright with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nurmagoduv cracks Wright with a solid left hand.
Nurmagoduv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Wright wants to improve his position but instead Nurmagoduv has moved into half guard.
#T2#
Wright is looking to control Nurmagoduv's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wright avoid being mounted?
Nurmagoduv is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv is nestled in close to Wright, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Wright takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Nurmagoduv thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wright's head.
Wright is looking to improve his position.
Nurmagoduv drops an elbow to the side of Wright's head.
Nurmagoduv looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv is looking to take a break and control but Wright is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Nurmagoduv thows a huge punch but Wright dodges it nicely.
#T3#
Nurmagoduv is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv slips a nice elbow through Wright's hands, connecting with Wright's forehead.#ROC#
Wright is rocked!
Nurmagoduv lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Wright! More strikes land and this one is all over! Nurmagoduv jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagoduv!
After winning the bout, Khabib Nurmagoduv 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:
Initiation
Date: Jul 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Fotherby tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nurmagoduv with the counter takedown but Fotherby avoids it easily.
Fotherby throws a right and a left that Nurmagoduv avoids nicely.
Nurmagoduv changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nurmagoduv avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nurmagoduv is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Fotherby defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nurmagoduv.
Nurmagoduv needs to keep his hands up - Fotherby had a free shot at his head there.
Nurmagoduv keeps the fight on the outside.
Fotherby misses with a combination
#TD2#
and Nurmagoduv counters with a nice double leg into side control. Fotherby won't be happy with that.
Fotherby is trying to get back to his feet.
Nurmagoduv is putting a hurting on Fotherby here, landing some big shots from side control.
Nurmagoduv working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nurmagoduv is looking to take a break and control but Fotherby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Nurmagoduv working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Nurmagoduv in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nurmagoduv lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Nurmagoduv working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Nurmagoduv thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Nurmagoduv in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Nurmagoduv working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Fotherby struggling a bit here.
Nurmagoduv works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Nurmagoduv lands some shots froms side control.#T2#
Fotherby wants to get back to his feet.
Nurmagoduv in side control lands a decent elbow.
Fotherby is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Nurmagoduv has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Nurmagoduv is chipping away with strikes.
Nurmagoduv working the head and body with strikes.
Nurmagoduv lands a decent elbow from side control.
Nurmagoduv creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#ROC2#
Fotherby is rocked!
Nurmagoduv lands a strong strike to the head of Fotherby. That's dazed him! Nurmagoduv looking to finish here. Fotherby is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Nurmagoduv lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagoduv!
During a confident post fight interview, Khabib Nurmagoduv thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Billy Fotherby spoke after the fight, saying 'Every loss is something learnt.'.
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Event:
Trials By Fire I
Date: May 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Pearse throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nurmagoduv's waist but Nurmagoduv gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pearse off to one side.
Pearse fails with the takedown.
Nurmagoduv appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pearse fails to land the takedown.
Khabib Nurmagoduv has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Padraig Pearse.
Pearse closes the distance looking to clinch #TD#
and Nurmagoduv decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Pearse's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of digs.
Nurmagoduv trying to stand up but can't free himself from Pearse's guard.
Nurmagoduv throws a big elbow that misses.
Nurmagoduv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of elbows.
Nurmagoduv stands up over Pearse, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Nurmagoduv's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Nurmagoduv postures up in Pearse's guard and throws a big left but Pearse blocks it.
Nurmagoduv 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.
Pearse preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Pearse working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Nurmagoduv.
Nurmagoduv scoring with some ground and pound. #ROC#
Pearse is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nurmagoduv postures up in Pearse's guard and throws a big left but Pearse blocks it.
Nurmagoduv lands a couple of elbows.
Pearse is still in real trouble! Can Nurmagoduv finish him?
Nurmagoduv in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Nurmagoduv scoring with punches to the head and body.
Pearse really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Nurmagoduv. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Pearse not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nurmagoduv scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Nurmagoduv accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Nurmagoduv content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Nurmagoduv scoring with some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv trying to control the position from guard on top but Pearse is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nurmagoduv with a nice head shot there.
Nurmagoduv throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nurmagoduv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nurmagoduv advances position into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pearse takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Pearse is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Pearse takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Pearse tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nurmagoduv wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Nurmagoduv lands a nice forearm strike.
Pearse looks winded!
Nurmagoduv lands some shots froms side control.
Nurmagoduv landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Nurmagoduv lands a big left to the face of Pearse, bouncing his head like a basketball. Another shot from Nurmagoduv and another - Pearse is out! Nurmagoduv stands up and salutes his fans, who are going crazy in the stands.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Khabib Nurmagoduv!
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