Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 182
Date: Sep 14, 2022

#R1#
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Barbosa throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Andrianov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Andrianov throws a combination. Barbosa tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#It looks like Antonio Barbosa has been cut.
Barbosa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.#CL2#
Barbosa moves into the clinch.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov moves out of range as Barbosa throws a body kick.
Andrianov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrianov looks to land a combination. Barbosa sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
Barbosa lets loose with a powerful body kick. Andrianov will feel that in the morning.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Barbosa scores with a spinning back kick!
Barbosa looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Nice body kick from Barbosa.#CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and pushes Andrianov back into the cage.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow. #T1#
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
Barbosa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A shot in the inside from Andrianov.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov is pushing Barbosa up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Andrianov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Barbosa. #T2#
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Barbosa is keeping busy.
Andrianov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Barbosa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Barbosa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Barbosa scores with a shoulder strike.
Barbosa misses with some punches. #BC#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Barbosa.
A counter left hand to the body from Andrianov misses its target.
Barbosa misses with a body shot
and Andrianov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andrianov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Andrianov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Barbosa moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Andrianov takes one to the chin there.#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.#T3#
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Barbosa lands with a slapping head kick.
Barbosa moves in looking to clinch but Andrianov pushes him off.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a body kick that misses
and Barbosa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Barbosa misses with a kick to the body.
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #CL2#
Barbosa gets a clinch.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Barbosa lands an uppercut.
Barbosa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Barbosa lands a left hand.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbosa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbosa has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Andrianov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Barbosa can turn it around.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've been told by Andrianov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Andrianov lands the left hand.
Andrianov swats away the attempt to clinch by Barbosa.#T4##CL2#
Barbosa closes the distance and pushes Andrianov back into the cage.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Barbosa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbosa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa lands a hook that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Barbosa.
Andrianov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Barbosa can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrianov misses with a few strikes there. #CL2#
Barbosa instigates a clinch.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but Barbosa improves position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Antonio Barbosa will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Barbosa clinches up against the cage.
Andrianov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Barbosa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Barbosa has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov trying to stall but Barbosa improves his position.
Andrianov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Barbosa digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Barbosa has managed to clinch.
Barbosa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage. #T1#
Barbosa lands a body shot.
Barbosa digs a right hand into Andrianov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Andrianov's gas tank.
Barbosa lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Barbosa digs a right hand into Andrianov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Andrianov's gas tank.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Barbosa lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Andrianov.
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Barbosa throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Barbosa is keeping busy.
Barbosa tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Barbosa back against the cage.
Antonio Barbosa seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Andrianov stalling.
Barbosa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov pushes Barbosa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Barbosa misses with a body punch.
Andrianov wants to break the clinch but can't. #T2#
Andrianov tries to stall but Barbosa uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Barbosa lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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!
Still in the clinch, Andrianov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
Barbosa lands a body punch. #BC#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch.
Barbosa tries to clinch up.
Andrianov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL2#
Andrianov gets tackled into the cage by Barbosa. Barbosa maintains the clinch.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov wants to break free but Barbosa has control.
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Barbosa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Barbosa fails to land.
Barbosa tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Nice body punch from Barbosa - that landed with a thud. #T3#
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Barbosa swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Barbosa has closed the distance and engaged Andrianov in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Barbosa fails to land.
Barbosa lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
A short body shot lands from Barbosa as the two fighters clinch.
Barbosa lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Barbosa.
A right handed body shot lands from Barbosa.
Barbosa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andrianovs head.
Barbosa is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Barbosa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Barbosa.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov lands with a short shot to the head.
Barbosa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Barbosa lands a left hand. #T4#
Andrianov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Barbosa.
A shot in the inside from Barbosa.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Barbosa. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barbosa throws a low kick but it's checked well by Andrianov.
Andrianov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov lands with a hook. Barbosa tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Barbosa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Barbosa throws a head kick that misses.
Barbosa takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Barbosa blocks a jab.
Andrianov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Andrianov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Barbosa tries to clinch up
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Barbosa misses with an attempted mid kick.
Barbosa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Andrianov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Antonio Barbosa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Barbosa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Barbosa fails in his attempt to clinch.
Barbosa looks to clinch
and Andrianov counters with a left to the body.
A big right from Andrianov misses. #CL2#
Barbosa has Andrianov up against the cage in a clinch.
Barbosa lands a hook that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Barbosa throws a head punch that misses.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa throws a head punch that misses.
A nice left hand lands by Andrianov.
Barbosa goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barbosa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Barbosa misses with the head strike. #T1#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barbosa.
Andrianov pushes Barbosa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov avoiding damage.
Barbosa has Andrianov pressed against the cage, preventing Andrianov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Barbosa lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Barbosa swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Andrianov tries to break free but Barbosa pushes him back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Andrianov.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Barbosa. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch.
Barbosa throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Barbosa lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Barbosa misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Andrianov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Barbosa.
Andrianov keeps the fight on the outside.#T2#
Barbosa tries to clinch up.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Barbosa.#CL2#
Barbosa has managed to clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
Barbosa misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Still in the clinch, Andrianov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Barbosa working aggressively here.
Barbosa tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
Barbosa doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Barbosa misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Barbosa.
Andrianov misses with the head strike. #T3#
Barbosa tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Barbosa.
Andrianov lands a nice shot to the body.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barbosa backwards.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
Barbosa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Barbosa misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barbosa cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
Andrianov lands a nice uppercut.
Antonio Barbosa is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Barbosa working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Barbosa tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Barbosa has Andrianov pressed against the cage, preventing Andrianov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Andrianov lands a shot to the body.
Barbosa lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4#
Barbosa prevents Andrianov from breaking the clinch.
Barbosa blocks a body shot from Andrianov.
Barbosa lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andrianov tries to break the clinch but Barbosa is controlling the position.
A right handed body shot lands from Barbosa.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
A shot in the inside from Barbosa.
Barbosa struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Barbosa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
And Barbosa responds with a good body kick, but Andrianov manages to step out the way in time.
Barbosa lands a front kick.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Antonio Barbosa comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Barbosa 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Antonio Barbosa!
During a confident post fight interview, Antonio Barbosa thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 170
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1#
Hardaway throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Andrianov.
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.
Hardaway waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Andrianov.
Andrianov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Hardaway uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Hardaway throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov with a nice cross.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Hardaway.
Hardaway moves away from the strike by Andrianov.
Hardaway misses with a looping left.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Hardaway uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Andrianov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianov cracks Hardaway with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hardaway throws a sloppy head kick and Andrianov moves out of range easily.
Hardaway scores with a one two! Andrianov had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hardaway's hands.
Andrianov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Hardaway throws a front kick aimed at Andrianov's knee but Andrianov avoids it well.
Hardaway doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Hardaway blocks a jab.
Andrianov tests Hardaway's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Hardaway does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hardaway throws a leg kick but Andrianov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Hardaway.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1-2. Andrianov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hardaway looks to land a combination but Andrianov avoids it well.
Hardaway lands a jab to Andrianov's midsection.
A big right from Hardaway misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Andrianov, as that shot connected.
Andrianov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hardaway momentarily.
Hardaway connects with a crisp jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hardaway takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Andrianov 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.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hardaway manages to avoid it.#T2#
Andrianov tests Hardaway's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Hardaway.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Hardaway uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov works the jab nicely.
Andrianov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hardaway has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Glory 4 Boxing in the buildup to the fight.
Andrianov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hardaway lands a jab.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Hardaway lands a front kick.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardaway is just out of range.
Hardaway takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hardaway looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Andrianov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Hardaway.
Hardaway ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.#T3#
Good work by Andrianov as he checks the leg kick.
Hardaway throws out a loose jab but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hardaway had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Andrianov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Hardaway misses the jab.
Andrianov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hardaway takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Andrianov swinging wildly here.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Hardaway throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov wants to counter with a clinch but Hardaway pushes him away.
Hardaway walks into a straight right hand from Andrianov.
Hardaway throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hardaway scores with a head kick.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Hardaway takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Andrianov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Andrianov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov misses with a few strikes there. #T4#
Andrianov defending well as Hardaway loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov throws a counter combo.
A punch combination from Andrianov misses.
Hardaway lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Hardaway counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Hardaway cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Hardaway ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hardaway swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like Hardaway was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Andrianov.
Andrianov lunges at Hardaway with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hardaway's hand.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Andrianov has closed the distance and engaged Hardaway in a clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hardaway.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hardaway fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Andrianov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Hardaway.
Hardaway scores with a leg kick.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Hardaway sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hardaway throws a hook but Andrianov avoids it easily.
Andrianov tries to counter with a clinch but Hardaway shakes him off and moves away.
Andrianov throws a sloppy body shot
and Hardaway counters with a stiff right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardaway. Andrianov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov takes a swing at Hardaway's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Hardaway bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardaway is looking to counter punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hardaway on the side of the head.
Andrianov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hardaway jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hardaway throws a lazy right hand but Andrianov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Nice jab there from Andrianov. #T1#
Hardaway throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
A nice side step and Andrianov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Hardaway throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov throws a counter combo.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Andrianov!
Andrianov misses with a double jab.
Hardaway connects with a leg kick.
Hardaway throws a big shot that misses.
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Hardaway takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hardaway's jab looks to have found its range, popping Andrianov under the eye.
A telegraphed right hand from Hardaway misses the target.
Hardaway scores with a body shot.
Andrianov throws an overhand right that lands on Hardaway's shoulder, as Hardaway tries to avoid the shot.
As Andrianov backs away, Hardaway returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov staying out of range there.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hardaway with a body shot.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Hardaway.
Hardaway connects with a nice looking jab. #T2#
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Andrianov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hardaway throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hardaway thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hardaway throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardaway was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Hardaway scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hardaway was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks a low kick nicely.
Samuel Hardaway is winning the standup battle so far.
Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hardaway.
Andrianov unleashes a big counter combination but Hardaway bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Andrianov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hardaway manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Hardaway tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Andrianov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Andrianov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Andrianov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hardaway connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#CL2#
Andrianov rushes Hardaway and presses him up against the cage.
Hardaway looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#BC#
Hardaway breaks the clinch.
Hardaway throws a low kick, looking for Andrianov's leg but Andrianov calmly moves out of range.
Andrianov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Hardaway with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Andrianov throws a hook but Hardaway blocks it.
Andrianov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hardaway looks to land a right hand but Andrianov moved out of range.
A nice side step and Andrianov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Hardaway's head but Hardaway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
Andrianov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardaway with a nice calf kick.#T4#
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Hardaway counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Hardaway walks into a left hand.
Andrianov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hardaway connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Andrianov throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Hardaway on the side of the head.
Hardaway 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.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Hardaway moves out of range.
Hardaway fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hardaway.
Hardaway gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Decent striking displayed by Andrianov there.
Hardaway slips a jab and a cross from Andrianov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Samuel Hardaway dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A thudding body kick lands there by Hardaway!
Andrianov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL2#
Hardaway gets tackled into the cage by Andrianov. Andrianov maintains the clinch.
A short uppercut from Andrianov.
Hardaway lands a right hand.
Andrianov is trying to break the clinch but Hardaway is controlling him.
Hardaway lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Hardaway.
Hardaway struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Hardaway will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Andrianov up against the cage.
Hardaway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hardaway throws a nice inside leg kick.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardaway moves away.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hardaway.#T1#
Andrianov slips a straight right by Hardaway.
Andrianov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hardaway can pounce on him.
Hardaway cracks Andrianov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov with a hook.
Andrianov throws a hook but Hardaway blocks it.
As Andrianov looks to move away, Hardaway throws a big counter combo but Andrianov just gets out of the way.
Hardaway throws a body shot but no joy.
Sloppy strikes from Andrianov. Those never looked like landing.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Hardaway lands with a kick to the temple. Andrianov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Hardaway lands with a hook. Andrianov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Andrianov scores with a nice head shot.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov moves out of range as Hardaway strikes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov lands a head shot.#T2#
Hardaway throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hardaway throws a leg kick
and Andrianov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Hardaway motions for Andrianov to come forward. Hardaway throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Hardaway throws a jab when Andrianov was well out of range.
Hardaway misses with a straight left.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Hardaway moves away and avoids it.
A slow jab from Hardaway misses its intended target.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Hardaway displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Andrianov throws a shot to the body.
Andrianov works the jab nicely.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Hardaway counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hardaway moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hardaway takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T3#
Hardaway lands a jab to the head.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Andrianov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hardaway ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Hardaway avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Hardaway avoids them all with ease.
Andrianov throws a hook but Hardaway avoids it easily.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Hardaway counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hardaway.
It looked like Hardaway wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Andrianov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
An inside leg kick from Hardaway misses.
Hardaway throws a low kick but it's checked well by Andrianov.
Andrianov moves out of range as Hardaway throws a body kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Hardaway. That snapped Andrianov's head back.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hardaway.
Hardaway is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Andrianov. #T4#
Hardaway throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hardaway scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Andrianov rushes Hardaway and presses him up against the cage.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardaway digs a right hand into Andrianov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Andrianov's gas tank.
Hardaway looking to slow down the pace here.
Hardaway is working Andrianov over against the cage.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardaway uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardaway prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Hardaway misses with a punch to the body.
Hardaway controlling the action here for a moment.
Hardaway slowing the pace effectively.

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 Samuel Hardaway.
I think Hardaway 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samuel Hardaway!
An out of breath Samuel Hardaway thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 501
Date: Jul 17, 2022

#R1#
Kruschev throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Andrianov.
Kruschev lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kruschev ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Kruschev misses with a head kick.
Andrianov checks a low kick from Kruschev.
Andrianov blocks a leg kick.
Kruschev takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kruschev slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Kruschev moved out of range.
Kruschev has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kruschev throws out a leg kick but Andrianov moves out of range and Kruschev only half commits.
Andrianov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Andrianov moves out of range as Kruschev strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kruschev uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Kruschev misses with a hook.
Kruschev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kruschev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.#T1#
A jab from Kruschev misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kruschev.
Andrianov is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Kruschev moves away and avoids it.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kruschev jabs Andrianov right on the nose. Andrianov blinks but takes it well.
Kruschev with a nice calf kick.
Kruschev misses the jab.
Andrianov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Andrianov connects with a body shot.
Kruschev staying out of range there.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschev is just out of range.
Kruschev scores with a decent looking hook.
Kruschev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kruschev loads up on a big right hand but Andrianov slips the punch.
Kruschev missing with a left hand there. Andrianov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andrianov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kruschev sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kruschev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kruschev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kruschev misses with an uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Kruschev staying out of range there.#CL2#
Andrianov has managed to clinch.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kruschev controls his hands.
Kruschev lands with a left to the head.
Kruschev fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short uppercut from Andrianov.
Kruschev has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Kruschev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kruschev. #BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kruschev is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Andrianov with a hook.
Kruschev smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Andrianov lands with a hook. Kruschev tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
An inside leg kick lands from Kruschev. #T3#
Andrianov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Andrianov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Andrianov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Kruschev.
Andrianov throws out a powerful jab.
Kruschev throws the left hand but Andrianov avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov wants to clinch but Kruschev slips to the side
and Kruschev counters with a good low kick that Andrianov was not able to check.
Kruschev with a nice calf kick.
Kruschev scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kruschev sizes up Andrianov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Andrianov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruschev lands a nice shot to the body.
Andrianov 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.
Kruschev's corner calls for a 1-2. Kruschev obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Andrianov dips to his left and cracks Kruschev with an uppercut!#T4#
Andrianov misses with a wild combination.
Andrianov sizes up Kruschev with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kruschev scores with a sloppy right hand. Andrianov should have avoided that one.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Kruschev appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Kruschev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kruschev moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Andrianov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kruschev throws out the jab.
Kruschev shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov with a jab.
Kruschev finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Andrianov misses with the combination.
Kruschev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
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 Wally Kruschev will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kruschev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Andrianov misses with a left hand
enabling Kruschev to counter with a crisp jab.
Kruschev is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Kruschev ducks down to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kruschev.
Kruschev lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kruschev moves out of range.
Kruschev takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kruschev connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kruschev. Andrianov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov wants to counter with a clinch but Kruschev pushes him away.
Kruschev doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A big right from Kruschev misses.
Kruschev takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Kruschev slips the punch.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Kruschev fires out a quick counter leg kick but Andrianov just manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Kruschev is having none of it.
Andrianov takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T1#
Andrianov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL2#
Andrianov pushes Kruschev up against the cage in a clinch.
Andrianov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kruschev backwards.
Kruschev tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kruschev tests Andrianov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kruschev takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kruschev misses with a straight right.
Andrianov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
A slow jab from Kruschev misses its intended target. #CL2#
Andrianov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kruschev lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Kruschev throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
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!
Kruschev jumps guard but Andrianov stands there with Kruschev around his waist. Kruschev gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kruschev misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Andrianov tries to work over Kruschev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kruschev.
Kruschev misses with some punches.
Kruschev lands a nice uppercut.
Andrianov looking to stall.
Kruschev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kruschev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov lands a hook that snaps the head of Kruschev backwards.
Andrianov misses with some punches. #BC#
Kruschev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kruschev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kruschev.
Andrianov moves out of range of the body kick.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kruschev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Kruschev was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Kruschev swinging wildly here.
Andrianov lands with a nice body punch.
Andrianov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Andrianov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Kruschev moves away and avoids it.
Kruschev lands with a cross.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kruschev ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Kruschev lands with a thumping leg kick.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kruschev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kruschev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kruschev counters with a nice low kick that buckles Andrianov's knee momentarily.
Kruschev plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#T4#
Andrianov misses with the combination.
It looked like Kruschev wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kruschev to counter with a crisp jab.
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!
Andrianov defending well as Kruschev loads up on a big left hand.
Kruschev ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Kruschev ducks down to avoid it.
Kruschev misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Kruschev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice uppercut there from Kruschev.
Kruschev lands a body shot.
Kruschev throws a low kick but Andrianov avoids it.
Kruschev throws a lazy right hand but Andrianov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov swinging wildly here.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschev is just out of range.
Wally Kruschev is winning the standup battle so far.
Kruschev takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
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 Wally Kruschev will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Kruschev takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kruschev.
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Andrianov 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.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1-2. Andrianov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kruschev staying out of range there.
Kruschev connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.
A big right from Kruschev misses.
A little jabbing left from Andrianov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Andrianov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Andrianov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Andrianov doesn't manage to clinch there - Kruschev circles away.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Kruschev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kruschev fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kruschev throws a leg kick but Andrianov sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Andrianov moves out of range of the leg kick from Kruschev.
Kruschev ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Kruschev swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov moves out of range as Kruschev strikes.
Kruschev throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kruschev with a body shot.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Kruschev's head but Kruschev sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kruschev lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Andrianov at a distance.
Andrianov takes a swing at Kruschev's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kruschev counters with a right hand to the body.
Kruschev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Kruschev saw that one coming.
Kruschev has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Andrianov throws a sloppy body shot
and Kruschev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kruschev darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kruschev.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Kruschev connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruschev slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Kruschev misses with a straight left.
Andrianov throws an off balance right hand
and Kruschev cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kruschev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kruschev pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A nice leg kick from Kruschev, right into the meat of the thigh.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Kruschev moves out of range.
Kruschev thumps Andrianov with a low kick.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Kruschev is having none of it.
Andrianov dips to his left and cracks Kruschev with an uppercut!
Kruschev drops his hands momentarily and Andrianov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kruschev motions for Andrianov to come forward. Kruschev throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Andrianov throws a right and a left that Kruschev avoids nicely.
Andrianov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kruschev counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kruschev lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T3#
Kruschev scores with a hook.
Kruschev moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Kruschev moves out of range.
Kruschev misses with a hook. Andrianov ducked under it nicely.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kruschev.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Kruschev moved out of range.
Andrianov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Wally Kruschev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Kruschev is just out of range.
Kruschev throws a leg kick which misses Andrianov's front leg but catches the back leg as Andrianov tries to avoid it.
Kruschev throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov.
It seemed like Andrianov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kruschev jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice shot by Kruschev.
Kruschev digs a good hook to Andrianov's body.
Andrianov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Andrianov connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kruschev throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kruschev.
Kruschev dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kruschev lands with a hook. Andrianov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kruschev throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Andrianov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A punch lands to the side of Andrianov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kruschev staying out of range there.
Kruschev takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Andrianov tries to close the distance and clinch but Kruschev swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kruschev scores with a crisp jab that stopped Andrianov in his tracks.
Kruschev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Andrianov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kruschev.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Kruschev counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wally Kruschev showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kruschev, 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wally Kruschev!
Wally Kruschev decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CFC 494: IsMore v Inarritu 2
Date: Jun 22, 2022

#R1#
Swanson throws a lazy uppercut
and Andrianov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Swanson tries a head kick but it misses.
Andrianov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Andrianov throws an off balance right hand
enabling Swanson to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice cross by Andrianov.
Swanson blocks a jab.
Andrianov misses the jab.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
And Swanson counters with a quick kick to the body but Andrianov blocks it.
Swanson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Andrianovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Swanson.
Swanson dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Swanson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Andrianov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Swanson. Andrianov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Swanson.
Andrianov moves out of range as Swanson throws a body kick. #T1#
Swanson takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Swanson jabs at Andrianov's body.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swanson was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Swanson quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Swanson throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Swanson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Swanson wants to land a leg kick but Andrianov is out of range.
Andrianov moves out of range of the body kick from Swanson.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Swanson throws a front kick aimed at Andrianov's knee but Andrianov avoids it well.
Andrianov throws a counter combo.
Swanson cracks Andrianov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Andrianov swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Swanson to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Swanson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Swanson throws a push kick but Andrianov slaps the foot to one side.
Andrianov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Swanson has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Animal Fight Club in the buildup to the fight.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Swanson is just out of range.
A big left from Swanson misses.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the body
and Swanson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Swanson dips to his left and cracks Andrianov with an uppercut!
Andrianov connects with a body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Swanson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov walks into a jab.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Swanson is just out of range.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
letting Swanson counter with a right hand.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Swanson.
Andrianov wants to clinch up but Swanson keeps it at a distance.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T3#
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Swanson can pounce on him.
Swanson on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Andrianov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Swanson rather than just go for the knockout.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Swanson counter with a right hand.
Andrianov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL2#
Andrianov moves into the clinch.
Andrianov has Swanson pushed against the cage.
Swanson has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov. #BC#
Swanson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Swanson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Andrianov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Swanson makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Swanson needs to keep his hands up - Andrianov had a free shot at his head there.#T4#
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Swanson manages to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Swanson throws a leg kick but Andrianov moved away.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Swanson is having none of it.
Swanson takes one to the side of the head.
Andrianov tries to move into range but Swanson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Swanson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrianov avoids the head kick by Swanson.
Andrianov swings for the body but Swanson moves out of range.
Swanson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Swanson comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Swanson is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Swanson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a slapping body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Swanson walks into a left hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
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 Benedicte Swanson will probably get the nod.
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#
Swanson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Swanson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Swanson slips under a jab.
Andrianov misses with a double jab.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Andrianov in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Swanson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Swanson to counter with a crisp jab.
Swanson ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and Swanson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov lands a right hook to the body.
Swanson throws a sloppy head kick
and Andrianov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Swanson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Andrianov on the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Swanson misses with a hook to the body
and Andrianov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Swanson explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T1#
Swanson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Swanson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Andrianov moves to clinch but Swanson breaks away
and Swanson counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov throws a combination that misses
and Swanson counters with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a wild combination.
A little feinted left hand from Swanson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Andrianov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Swanson was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Swanson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
And Swanson counters with a quick kick to the body but Andrianov blocks it.
Swanson avoids the body shot from Andrianov. #T2#
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Andrianov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Swanson - the referee stops the clock and Andrianov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Swanson. Andrianov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Benedicte Swanson is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Andrianov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC#
Swanson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Swanson tries a head kick but it misses.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Swanson moved out of range.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Swanson counters with a good low kick that Andrianov was not able to check.
Swanson misses the shot to the body.
Swanson walks into a stiff left hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Swanson is having none of it.
Swanson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Andrianov. #T3#
Nice uppercut there from Andrianov.
Andrianov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Andrianov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Swanson counters with a good low kick that Andrianov was not able to check.
Andrianov moves out of range of the body kick from Swanson.
Jab, jab by Andrianov - just one landing.
Swanson misses with a hook
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Swanson misses with a straight left.
Andrianov with a nice cross.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Andrianov rushes Swanson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Swanson stalling.
Andrianov is struggling to control the position.#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Andrianov is working Swanson over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Swanson.
Swanson creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Andrianov's defenses.
Swanson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov takes a swing at Swanson's ribcage but misses.
Swanson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a double jab
and Swanson counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
As Swanson backs off Andrianov throws a huge counter combo but Swanson manages to avoid it all.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov 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#
Swanson swats away the attempt to clinch by Andrianov.
Swanson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Andrianov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Swanson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Swanson looks for the body kick but Andrianov saw that one coming.
Swanson throws a half hearted mid kick.
Andrianov lands with a shot to the body.
Swanson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Swanson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Swanson.
Andrianov wants to clinch up but Swanson keeps it at a distance.
Swanson misses with a head kick.
Swanson fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Andrianov is out of range. #T1#
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Swanson throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Swanson takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Swanson lands a head kick. Andrianov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Andrianov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Andrianov stuns Swanson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Andrianov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Andrianov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A slow jab from Swanson misses its intended target.
It seemed like Andrianov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Swanson slips a straight right by Andrianov.
A counter left hand to the body from Swanson misses its target.
Swanson lands a leg kick that knocks Andrianov off balance momentarily.
Andrianov blocks the body kick.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Swanson.
Andrianov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Swanson counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Andrianov blocks a leg kick.
Swanson throws a head kick that misses.
Swanson throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Swanson to counter with a crisp jab.
Andrianov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Swanson has time to react.
Andrianov with a jab.
Andrianov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Andrianov throws a nice looking combination but Swanson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL2#
Andrianov instigates a clinch.
Andrianov tries to work over Swanson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov taking a breather.
Swanson pressing his opponent against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Andrianov.
Andrianov leaning against his opponent.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Swanson.
Swanson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Andrianov has him pressed against the cage.
Swanson blocking some punches. #T4#
Swanson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Swanson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC#
Swanson breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
It looked like Swanson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Swanson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Swanson keeps the fight on the outside.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Swanson counters with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Andrianov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Andrianov 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.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Swanson moves out of range.
Swanson appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Swanson throws a head kick but Andrianov moves out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Benedicte Swanson showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Swanson 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 Topper Green scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 28:29
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Benedicte Swanson!
An out of breath Benedicte Swanson thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: CFC 488: Chestner v Tsuruta
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Mein Armbach fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Andrianov to the ground. Mein Armbach is now in Andrianov's guard.
Mein Armbach keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Andrianov's head.
Mein Armbach wants to pass the guard but Andrianov is keeping the position.
Mein Armbach stopping the sweep attempt from Andrianov.
Andrianov keeping moving, preventing Mein Armbach from controlling successfully.
Andrianov looking for a sweep. Not yet Andrianov, not yet.
Andrianov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Mein Armbach.
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Mein Armbach manages to pass to side control.
Andrianov's coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mein Armbach wants to take a breather but Andrianov is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Andrianov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Andrianov tries to roll over but Mein Armbach keeps him under control.#T1#
Andrianov is working hard here to advance position.
Andrianov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Mein Armbach wants to lay and pray for a moment but Andrianov keeps working.
Andrianov punching from the bottom.
Mein Armbach looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Andrianov taking some punishment here, with Mein Armbach in his half guard.
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. Mein Armbach connects with a nice short shot to Andrianov's temple.
Mein Armbach looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2#
Mein Armbach looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Andrianov is looking to control Mein Armbach's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Andrianov avoid being mounted?
Andrianov pushes Mein Armbach off looking to stand but Mein Armbach dives back in and keeps control.
Andrianov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mein Armbach's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mein Armbach's back!
Mein Armbach tries to roll but Andrianov sticks to his back. #SU#
Andrianov gets back to his feet - a bit of a stange decision given the position he was in.
A right-left combo lands from Andrianov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mein Armbach lands a nice shot that snaps Andrianov's head back.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Mein Armbach's head but Mein Armbach sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Mein Armbach is just out of range.
Andrianov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Mein Armbach counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Mein Armbach fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mein Armbach avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Mein Armbach avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Mein Armbach's head but Mein Armbach sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mein Armbach shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Mein Armbach misses with a body shot.
It looked like Andrianov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A jab from Mein Armbach finds it's way through Andrianov's defenses.
Mein Armbach dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
A jab from Andrianov finds it's way through Mein Armbach's defenses.
A slow jab from Mein Armbach misses its intended target.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Mein Armbach avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Andrianov scores with a nice right hand.
Andrianov swinging wildly here.
Andrianov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Mein Armbach to score with a decent uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
and Mein Armbach counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Andrianov lands a really nice looking cross but Mein Armbach seems unphased.
Mein Armbach jabs Andrianov right on the nose. Andrianov blinks but takes it well.
Mein Armbach shoots in looking for a takedown but Andrianov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Mein Armbach's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bender Mein Armbach.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Mein Armbach slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Mein Armbach dives in for a single leg takedown but Andrianov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Andrianov throws a good cross that connects.
Mein Armbach uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
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 Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Mein Armbach uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov works Mein Armbach's body with a nice hook.
Mein Armbach has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Ivan Andrianov is winning the standup battle so far.
Good work by Andrianov as he checks the leg kick.
Mein Armbach swings for the body but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov lands a head shot.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Mein Armbach let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mein Armbach misses with a body shot.
Andrianov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov scores with a decent looking hook.
A shot to the body from Mein Armbach misses
and Andrianov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
Mein Armbach misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrianov.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mein Armbach manages to avoid it.
Mein Armbach will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Andrianov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mein Armbach can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Mein Armbach avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mein Armbach throws a leg kick but Andrianov moved away.
Mein Armbach shoots in but Andrianov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Andrianov throws a shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Mein Armbach misses with a body shot.
Nice straight punches there by Mein Armbach. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mein Armbach.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Mein Armbach sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mein Armbach misses with a hook to the body
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mein Armbach lands with a straight right. Andrianov didn't see that one coming.#CL#
Mein Armbach tries to keep at a distance but Andrianov has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mein Armbach is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Andrianov is keeping busy.
Nice body punch from Andrianov - that landed with a thud.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov dodges an elbow strike from Mein Armbach.
Andrianov is looking to control Mein Armbach's arms but Mein Armbach gets an underhook and turns him. Now Andrianov has his back to the cage. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrianov lands with a right hand.
Mein Armbach moves away from the strike by Andrianov. #CL#
Andrianov takes the fight into the clinch.
Mein Armbach tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mein Armbach.
Andrianov taking a breather.
Mein Armbach blocking some punches.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #T3#
Mein Armbach stalling in the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Mein Armbach prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Mein Armbach content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Mein Armbach misses with some punches.
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mein Armbach is keeping busy.
A short body shot lands from Mein Armbach as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Mein Armbach. #TD2#
Mein Armbach has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Andrianov uses from the top position.
Mein Armbach wants to sweep but no luck.
Mein Armbach bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Andrianov's guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mein Armbach trying to control but Andrianov is working from the bottom. #T4#
Mein Armbach might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Andrianov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Mein Armbach throwing strikes but missing.
Mein Armbach trying to control the position from guard on top but Andrianov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mein Armbach stands up over Andrianov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Mein Armbach lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Mein Armbach is pushing down on Andrianov's leg trying to pass to half guard. Andrianov is fighting to maintain full guard but Mein Armbach has managed to sneak the leg through.#ES#
Andrianov has one foot on Mein Armbach's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov throws a right and a left that Mein Armbach avoids nicely.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Mein Armbach.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the body.
Jab by Andrianov.
Mein Armbach lands a jab to the nose.
Mein Armbach tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mein Armbach misses with a jab to the body
enabling Andrianov to counter with a crisp jab.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Mein Armbach uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mein Armbach ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Mein Armbach on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Mein Armbach throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mein Armbach.#CL#
Andrianov rushes Mein Armbach and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Mein Armbach taking a breather.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov gets underhooks to prevent Mein Armbach's takedown attempt.
Mein Armbach throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Mein Armbach lands a left hand.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mein Armbach.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Mein Armbach blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Mein Armbach misses with a hook from the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A short uppercut from Andrianov.
Andrianov stalling.
Mein Armbach doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mein Armbachs head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov. #T2#
Mein Armbach blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach tries to break free but Andrianov pushes him back against the cage.
Mein Armbach has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Mein Armbach softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Mein Armbach fails to land. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mein Armbach takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
As Mein Armbach tries to get set, Andrianov tries to push him back and clinch up but Mein Armbach manages to avoid the attempt.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov swings for the body but Mein Armbach moves out of range.
Andrianov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#T3#
Mein Armbach throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Andrianov as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheers as Mein Armbach lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Andrianov rushes Mein Armbach and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Andrianov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Mein Armbach throws a head punch that misses.
Mein Armbach swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Mein Armbach is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bender Mein Armbach.
Andrianov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Mein Armbach misses with a body punch.
Mein Armbach throws a head punch that misses.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach has Andrianov pressed against the cage.
Mein Armbach is trying to maintain a safe position but Andrianov gets an underhook and turns Mein Armbach into the cage.
Bender Mein Armbach has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Mein Armbach.
Mein Armbach misses with the head strike.
Mein Armbach tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mein Armbach's elbow.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov is working Mein Armbach over against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mein Armbach is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Andrianov, 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: CFC 478: Crenshaw v Horiguchi
Date: Apr 30, 2022

#R1#
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Strauss throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Strauss looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Strauss moves away and avoids it.
A cross from Andrianov lands.
The fighters circling - Strauss throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov avoids a kick to the body.
Andrianov tries to bum rush Strauss with a series of wild strikes but Strauss uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strauss throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strauss throws a low kick, looking for Andrianov's leg but Andrianov calmly moves out of range.
Strauss moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov blocks a jab.
Strauss avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Strauss swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Strauss misses.
Andrianov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Andrianov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strauss.
A countering left hand to the body from Andrianov misses.
Strauss tests Andrianov's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Strauss swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Strauss with a hook.
Andrianov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Strauss misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Andrianov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Strauss scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice uppercut lands for Strauss. That snapped Andrianov's head back.
Strauss blocks a jab.
Andrianov swings for the body but Strauss moves out of range.
Strauss was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Strauss cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Strauss has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
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!
Strauss keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Strauss sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Andrianov blocks the body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Andrianov! But no joy.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strauss manages to avoid it.
Strauss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Strauss uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strauss is looking to score with low kicks.
Strauss throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strauss sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strauss just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Andrianov lands a lovely overhand right.
Andrianov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Strauss is just out of range.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Strauss sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A slow jab from Strauss misses its intended target.
Nice straight punches there by Strauss. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Strauss.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.#T3#
Andrianov defending well as Strauss loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Andrianov doesn't manage to clinch there - Strauss circles away.
Strauss misses with a hook.
Strauss thows a body kick. Andrianov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Andrianov throws a hook but Strauss blocks it.
Strauss throws out a powerful jab.
Andrianov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Strauss is just out of range.
Strauss looks to land a combination but Andrianov avoids it well.
Andrianov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Strauss misses with a body kick.
Strauss's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Andrianov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Strauss scrambles back to his feet.
Strauss throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andrianov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Strauss throwing a counter right hand but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov dodges the punch combination from Strauss. #T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strauss steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Strauss connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.
Strauss is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A slow jab from Strauss misses its intended target.
Nice body punch from Andrianov.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Strauss throws a lazy uppercut
and Andrianov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Strauss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.#CL2#
Andrianov moves into the clinch successfully.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Strauss.
Strauss wants to get back to striking at distance but Andrianov won't allow it. #BC#
Strauss breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
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 Wilhelm Strauss will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Strauss throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Andrianov to counter with a crisp jab.
Strauss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strauss is looking to counter punch.
Strauss slips a jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a double jab.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the head.
Strauss lands with a nice body kick.
Strauss lands a head shot.
Wilhelm Strauss is winning the standup battle so far.
Strauss looks to throw the jab but Andrianov is out of range.
Andrianov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Strauss.
Strauss throws a shot to the body.
Andrianov avoids a punch combination nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Strauss throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Andrianov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov misses with a straight left. #T1#
Andrianov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
The fighters circling - Strauss throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Strauss keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Strauss on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Crunch! Strauss slams his shin into Andrianov's torso.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Strauss jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Strauss throws a body punch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strauss.
Strauss ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
A little feinted left hand from Strauss on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Strauss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Strauss lands with a thumping leg kick.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Strauss moves out of range. #T2#
Andrianov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strauss fails to land with a series of punches.
Strauss lands a nice shot to the body.
Strauss throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Strauss cracks a nice hook into Andrianov's ribs.
Andrianov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Strauss. Strauss obviously looking to wear him down.
Andrianov misses with a two punch combination.
Strauss gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Strauss swats away the attempt to clinch by Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Andrianov slips under a jab from Strauss.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Andrianov! But no joy.
Strauss dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Andrianov lands with a shot to the body.
Strauss lands with a good body shot.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Strauss scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Strauss cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Strauss uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Strauss fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Andrianov.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Strauss dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Andrianov. That did some damage!
Strauss is looking to chop away at Andrianov's legs.
Andrianov misses the jab.
Andrianov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Strauss moves out of range. #T4#
Strauss moves out of range of the strikes.
Strauss misses with a double jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Strauss in his tracks.
Strauss throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Andrianov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Strauss connects with a crisp jab.
Andrianov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Strauss.
Strauss displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Strauss was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Strauss scores with a jab to the jaw.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and Strauss counters with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov takes a swing at Strauss's ribcage but misses.
Strauss swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Strauss scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Strauss.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Strauss lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Strauss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilhelm Strauss dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Strauss swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Andrianov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Strauss misses with a body shot
enabling Andrianov to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice shot by Andrianov.
Andrianov moves out of range of the body kick.
Andrianov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Strauss attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Strauss moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Andrianov blocks the leg kick.
Strauss throws a series of punches but Andrianov avoids them all with ease.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Strauss lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Andrianov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Andrianov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Andrianov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Strauss.
Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Strauss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strauss at a distance.
Strauss throws a body shot but no joy.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Strauss counters with a nice leg kick.
Strauss scores with a jab. Andrianov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Strauss looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Strauss attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strauss uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Strauss moves forwards but Andrianov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Strauss's head but Strauss sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strauss connects with a crisp jab.
Strauss lands a nice shot that snaps Andrianov's head back.
Nice shot lands for Andrianov.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strauss.
Strauss misses with a leg kick.
Strauss connects with a solid leg kick.
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Andrianov lands a glancing blow to the side of Strauss's head.#T2#
Strauss moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strauss ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a body punch
and Strauss counters with a thumping low kick.
Strauss thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov moves out of range as Strauss throws a body kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Strauss.
A chopping leg kick lands by Strauss.
A slapping body kick lands there for Strauss.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Strauss.
Strauss is looking to land body kicks.
Strauss defending well as Andrianov loads up on a big left hand.
Strauss on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Some wild striking there from Strauss. #T3#
Strauss scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov walks into a stiff left hand from Strauss.
Strauss tries to work over Andrianov's front leg with a kick but Andrianov checks it.
Strauss delivers a nice body kick.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Strauss.
Strauss slips a jab and a cross from Andrianov.
Andrianov wants to clinch up but Strauss keeps it at a distance.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Strauss counters with a stiff right hand.
Strauss throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Andrianov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Strauss pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Andrianov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Strauss throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Andrianov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Andrianov defending well as Strauss loads up on a big left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
As Andrianov backs away, Strauss returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Andrianov blocks a jab.
Strauss keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A punch combination from Strauss misses. #CL2#
Andrianov moves into the clinch.
Strauss stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Strauss blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Strauss backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilhelm Strauss clearly takes 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.#R4#
Andrianov throws the left hand but Strauss avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov punishes Strauss's body with a nice straight punch.
Strauss lands with a good body shot.
Strauss pushes Andrianov away with a front kick.
Andrianov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Strauss was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Andrianov swings for the body but Strauss moves out of range.
Strauss thumps Andrianov with a low kick.
Strauss moves out of range of the strikes.
Strauss showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andrianov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Strauss missing with a left hand there. Andrianov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Andrianov! But no joy.
Andrianov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Strauss throws a lazy uppercut
and Andrianov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Strauss.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Andrianov there.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Strauss.
Nice cross by Strauss.
Strauss lands a head shot.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Strauss moves away from the strike by Andrianov.
Strauss lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Strauss scores with a three punch combo!
Andrianov tries to clinch but Strauss is having none of it.
Strauss throwing a counter right hand but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Strauss throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Andrianov.
Strauss throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Andrianov slips under a jab from Strauss.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Strauss moves out of range.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Strauss counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov throws a nice looking combination but Strauss bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
As Andrianov looks to move away, Strauss throws a big counter combo but Andrianov just gets out of the way.
Andrianov walks into a stiff left hand from Strauss.
Andrianov connects with a jab.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Strauss lands a nice looking body shot.
Strauss misses with a wild body shot.
Strauss loads up on a big right hand but Andrianov slips the punch.
Strauss throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Strauss moves out of range.
Strauss tried to counter with a leg kick but Andrianov avoided it.
Andrianov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Strauss attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Andrianov throws a right hand that Strauss ducks under and follows up with a left that Strauss also avoids with ease.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Strauss does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but Strauss moved out of range nicely.
A swing and a miss from Strauss.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Strauss sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Strauss swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Strauss lands a nice shot that snaps Andrianov's head back.
Andrianov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Strauss.
A quick step to the side and Strauss tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Strauss tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Strauss.
Strauss tries to land a leg kick but Andrianov saw it coming and moves away.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Strauss lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Andrianov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Andrianov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Andrianov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Strauss with the inside leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Strauss.
Andrianov throws a nice looking combination but Strauss bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Strauss throws a leg kick that is checked
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Strauss counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T4#
Strauss punishes Andrianov's body with a nice straight punch.
Andrianov works Strauss's body with a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Strauss lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Strauss moves away and avoids it.
Strauss is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Strauss sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Strauss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Strauss misses with a low kick.
Strauss jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrianov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Strauss.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Strauss sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Strauss.
Andrianov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Strauss lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Andrianov at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilhelm Strauss had his way with Ivan Andrianov in that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Strauss fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andrianov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Strauss showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andrianov.
A quick step to the side and Strauss tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Strauss looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Andrianov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strauss at a distance.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Strauss.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Strauss steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strauss ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
A punch lands to the side of Andrianov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.
Strauss throws a series of punches but Andrianov moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Strauss misses the target. #T1#
Strauss throws a nice inside leg kick.
Strauss scores with a shot to the body.
Strauss swings for the body but Andrianov moves out of range.
Strauss avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Strauss appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Andrianov misses with a hook. Strauss ducked under it nicely.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Strauss ducks down to avoid it.
Strauss avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Strauss throws a body kick that misses.
Strauss throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov throws a combination. Strauss tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Andrianov lands with a nice combination. Strauss backs away looking to recover.
A nice inside leg kick there by Strauss. That's going to slow Andrianov down.
Strauss tries to work over Andrianov's front leg with a kick but Andrianov checks it.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Strauss. #T2#
Strauss dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Andrianov. That did some damage!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Strauss at a distance.
Strauss staying out of range there.
Strauss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Strauss throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Strauss moves forwards but Andrianov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Strauss moved out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andrianov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Wilhelm Strauss is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Andrianov connects with a body shot that sends Strauss's belly button to the back.
Strauss throws the left hand but Andrianov avoids the punch easily.
Strauss stuns Andrianov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A jab from Strauss misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.
Strauss lands a jab to the head. #T3#
Andrianov wants to clinch up but Strauss keeps it at a distance.
Strauss looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Some wild striking there from Andrianov. #CL2#
Andrianov clinches with his opponent. #BC#
Strauss breaks the clinch.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Strauss uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
and Strauss cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good exchange - Strauss coming out on top.
Strauss throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Strauss swats away the attempt to clinch by Andrianov.
Strauss scoring well with a low kick there. #T4#
Strauss takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Strauss moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Andrianov tries to clinch up
and Strauss counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov blocks a jab.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Strauss scores with a three punch combo!
Andrianov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Strauss doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Strauss throws an overhand right that lands on Andrianov's shoulder, as Andrianov tries to avoid the shot.
A slow jab from Strauss misses its intended target.
Andrianov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Andrianov lands a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Ivan Andrianov.
I think Strauss 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilhelm Strauss!
Wilhelm Strauss retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Wilhelm Strauss 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.

Event: CFC 471: Phillips vs Xe
Date: Mar 30, 2022

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by Andrianov there.
Nice cross by Stardust.
Stardust takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A left lands for Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks a leg kick.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov moves out of range of the leg kick from Stardust.
Stardust cracks a nice hook into Andrianov's ribs.
Andrianov thuds a left hand into Stardust's body.
Stardust throws a poor cross that misses
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Stardust moves out of range.
Stardust looks to throw the jab but Andrianov is out of range.
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!
Andrianov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Stardust fails to land with a series of punches.
Stardust fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov slips a jab from Stardust.
A solid leg kick lands there for Stardust. #T1#
A low kick from Stardust is predictable there
and Andrianov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Stardust thinking.
Andrianov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Stardust on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Stardust throws a hook to the side of Andrianov's head but Andrianov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A big left from Stardust misses.
A nice leg kick from Stardust, right into the meat of the thigh.
Andrianov misses with a two punch combination.
Andrianov checks a low kick from Stardust.
Stardust misses with a looping right.
Nice cross by Stardust.
Stardust throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Stardust ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Stardust fires out a quick counter leg kick but Andrianov just manages to avoid it.
A jab from Andrianov does it's job there.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Stardust.
Stardust swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Stardust scores with a decent looking hook.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stardust moves away.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov misses with a shot to the body
and Stardust counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Stardust 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.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Stardust moves out of range.
Andrianov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Stardust back to the cage. Andrianov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Stardust does a little dance to reset his feet.
Stardust scores with a jab.
A punch combination from Stardust misses.
Andrianov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Stardust manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Stardust tried to counter with a leg kick but Andrianov avoided it.
Stardust wants to land a leg kick but Andrianov is out of range.
A little jabbing left from Andrianov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stardust fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Andrianov.
Stardust misses with a hook. Andrianov ducked under it nicely.
Stardust takes one on the button.
Andrianov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Stardust slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Andrianov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stardust moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3#
Nice cross by Andrianov.
Andrianov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Stardust moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Andrianov has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Stardust scores with a punch to the head.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Stardust moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Stardust slips the punch.
Stardust 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.
Andrianov throws out a counter right but Stardust avoids it with no problem.
Andrianov fails to land with a series of punches.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Stardust counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Stardust misses with a low kick as Andrianov jumps back.
Stardust thumps Andrianov with a low kick.
A jab from Stardust misses.
Andrianov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stardust fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Andrianov checks it well.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stardust was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Stardust throws a body punch but Andrianov moves out of range. #T4##CL2#
Andrianov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Stardust, pushing him back against the cage.
Stardust misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Stardust lands a nice uppercut.
Stardust tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Andrianov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Andrianov taking a breather.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov digs a right hand underneath Stardust's ribcage. Stardust let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Stardust misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianov pushes Stardust back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Stardust tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Stardust on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Stardust connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stardust was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Andrianov thuds his right hand into Stardust's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Stardust misses with a hook.
Stardust misses with a low kick.
Andrianov cracks Stardust with a right hand to the side of the head.
Stardust connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Stardust is having none of it.
Andrianov digs a good body shot into Stardust's ribs.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.
Andrianov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stardust throws a jab when Andrianov was well out of range.
Stardust uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
Andrianov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Stardust lands with a hook. Andrianov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Stardust moved out of range.
Stardust looks to throw the jab but Andrianov is out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Andrianov misses.
Stardust wants to slow Andrianov down by chopping away at his legs.
Andrianov wants to counter the offense by Stardust and move into the clinch position.
Stardust misses with a low kick.
Andrianov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Stardust's head.
Stardust throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov takes a swing at Stardust's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Stardust was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Andrianov.
Stardust gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Stardust dodges the punch combination from Andrianov.
Stardust attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Stardust misses with a straight left.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stardust avoids a punch combination nicely. #T2#
Stardust misses with a looping left.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stardust was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov misses with a wild combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stardust misses with a jab to the body
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
As Andrianov backs away, Stardust returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Andrianov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Stardust counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov lands a right hook to the body.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Stardust counters with a right hand to the body.
Stardust misses with a wild combination.
Stardust misses with a wild body shot.
Stardust connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Andrianov's hands.
Andrianov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Stardust misses with a looping right.
Andrianov sizes up Stardust with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Stardust darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Stardust looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Stardust takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Andrianov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Andrianov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Nice uppercut there from Andrianov.
Stardust fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Andrianov checks it well.
Stardust throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Stardust misses with a hook. Andrianov ducked under it nicely.
Stardust has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Stardust fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
A nice leg kick from Stardust, right into the meat of the thigh.
Stardust looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Stardust throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stardust.
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.
Stardust doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Stardust walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Andrianov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Stardust slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Andrianov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice defenses there by Stardust.
Andrianov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stardust.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Stardust takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Andrianov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Stardust swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Stardust lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Andrianov lands with a nice body punch.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Stardust counters with a low kick, right behind Andrianov 's knee.
Andrianov wants to clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Stardust misses the target.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Stardust moved out of range.
Stardust misses with a few strikes there.
Stardust attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Andrianov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Stardust.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Stardust uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov connects with a nice looking jab.
Andrianov sizes up Stardust with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Andrianov looks to land a combination. Stardust sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Stardust on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
Stardust will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A bone on bone clash there as Andrianov blocks the leg kick.
Andrianov catches Stardust with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Andrianov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Stardust takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Stardust on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Stardust tried to score with a low kick but Andrianov checks it.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Stardust with a body shot.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Stardust throwing a counter right hand but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Donk. Stardust catches Andrianov right on the button with a cross.
Stardust is looking to chop away at Andrianov's legs.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Stardust.
Stardust scoring well with a low kick there. #T2#
Stardust throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stardust swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stardust slips under a jab.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stardust was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a few strikes there.
Stardust uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Stardust slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Andrianov punishes Stardust's body with a nice straight punch.
Ziggy Stardust has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stardust stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andrianov catches Stardust with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Andrianov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stardust.
Andrianov misses with a few strikes there.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Andrianov duly obliges.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stardust manages to avoid it.#T3#
Stardust attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Andrianov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stardust misses with a low kick.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Stardust dodges the punch combination from Andrianov.
Stardust went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Andrianov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.
Good exchange - Stardust coming out on top.#CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov misses with a left hand
and Stardust counters with a left to the body.
Andrianov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Stardust uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Stardust tests Andrianov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Stardust drops his hands momentarily and Andrianov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Stardust is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Stardust was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Stardust misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrianov.
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!
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.
Andrianov defending well as Stardust loads up on a big left hand.
A little jabbing left from Andrianov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stardust uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Stardust moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Stardust misses with a body shot.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Andrianov lands the left hand.
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Andrianov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Stardust circles away quickly and effectively.
Stardust slips a jab from Andrianov.
Stardust throws a leg kick but Andrianov checks it.
Andrianov lands a slapping body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Andrianov 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: CFC 468: IsMore vs Araujo
Date: Mar 16, 2022

#R1#
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but McDonnell is just out of range.
McDonnell connects with a looping right hand.
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Cory McDonnell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov staying out of range there.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from McDonnell.
McDonnell uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
A low kick lands for McDonnell.
Andrianov throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
It looked like Andrianov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell blocks a jab.
Andrianov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McDonnell lands a really nice looking cross but Andrianov seems unphased.
McDonnell thows a leg kick but Andrianov checks it
and Andrianov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McDonnell circles away from the clinch attempt.
McDonnell lunges at Andrianov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Andrianov's hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McDonnell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McDonnell lands with a cross.
McDonnell's coach down at Cause & Effect was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on McDonnell's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A punch lands to the side of McDonnell 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov is looking to counter the offense by McDonnell and move into the clinch.
A low kick lands for McDonnell. #T1#
Andrianov misses with a two punch combination.
McDonnell tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Andrianov is able to avoid easily.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell lands a nice looking body shot.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McDonnell.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by McDonnell.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McDonnell sees it coming and avoids it easily.
McDonnell thows a leg kick but Andrianov checks it
and Andrianov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McDonnell throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
McDonnell throws a half hearted mid kick.
McDonnell needs to keep his hands up - Andrianov had a free shot at his head there.
McDonnell falls off balance throwing a combination
and Andrianov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McDonnell on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McDonnell throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianov scores with a nice head shot.
McDonnell misses with a straight right. #T2#
McDonnell throws a sloppy head kick
and Andrianov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Andrianov swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell throws a lazy right hand but Andrianov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov defending well as McDonnell loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
Andrianov cracks a nice hook into McDonnell's ribs.
McDonnell avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McDonnell throws out a counter right but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
Andrianov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McDonnell uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with a hook.
McDonnell throws a push kick but Andrianov slaps the foot to one side.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
McDonnell just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Andrianov swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range. #T3#
McDonnell lands a head kick!
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. McDonnell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
McDonnell takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
Donk. Andrianov catches McDonnell right on the button with a cross.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but Andrianov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Good exchange - Andrianov coming out on top.
Jab from McDonnell.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by McDonnell.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
McDonnell fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Andrianov is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McDonnell scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
McDonnell takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. McDonnell saw that one coming.#T4#
McDonnell misses with a low kick as Andrianov jumps back.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed McDonnell momentarily.
McDonnell misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A leg kick checked by Andrianov.
Andrianov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Andrianov throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
Andrianov catches McDonnell with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It looks like Andrianov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
McDonnell dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like McDonnell was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McDonnell manages to avoid it.
McDonnell fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Andrianov is out of range.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Andrianov misses with a jab, cross combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that 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.#R2#
A head kick misses from McDonnell.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the head.
McDonnell misses with a body shot
and Andrianov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Nice body punch from Andrianov.
McDonnell misses with a series of wild punches.
Andrianov lunges at McDonnell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonnell's hand.
McDonnell throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McDonnell comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from McDonnell.
Andrianov lands a nice hook to McDonnell's body. McDonnell takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Andrianov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov lands an overhand right.
A head kick from McDonnell lands but Andrianov takes it in his stride.
Andrianov checks a leg kick nicely.#T1#
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but McDonnell moved out of range nicely.
McDonnell fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Andrianov checks it well.
McDonnell slips under a jab.
McDonnell flicks out a counter leg kick but Andrianov steps away.
McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
McDonnell feints a counter leg kick.
McDonnell moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Andrianov swings for the body but McDonnell moves out of range.
McDonnell takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Andrianov takes one to the side of the head.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell slips a jab from Andrianov.
A little jabbing left from McDonnell on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov tries to bum rush McDonnell with a series of wild strikes but McDonnell uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ivan Andrianov is winning the standup battle so far.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McDonnell lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Andrianov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Andrianov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McDonnell wants to land a leg kick but Andrianov is out of range.
McDonnell throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Andrianov takes one on the button.#T2#
Andrianov avoids a kick to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McDonnell lands a body shot.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
McDonnell throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McDonnell can do to turn this around?
Andrianov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McDonnell can pounce on him.
McDonnell throws a body punch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McDonnell throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
McDonnell misses with a straight left.
McDonnell throws a nice inside leg kick.
McDonnell turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Andrianov misses with the combination.
Andrianov works McDonnell's body with a nice hook.#T3#
McDonnell ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
McDonnell has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.
Andrianov cracks McDonnell with an open hand slap.
Andrianov takes a swing at McDonnell's ribcage but misses.
McDonnell slips a jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws the left hand but McDonnell avoids the punch easily.
A nice side step and McDonnell releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
McDonnell walks into a stiff left hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Andrianov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
McDonnell avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McDonnell throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
McDonnell ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A head kick misses from McDonnell.
McDonnell misses with a wild body shot.
McDonnell slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but McDonnell might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Andrianov has got the better of the exchanges.#T4#
Andrianov blocks a head kick by McDonnell.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and McDonnell counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell swings for the body but Andrianov moves out of range.
McDonnell slips a jab from Andrianov.
Nice cross by Andrianov.
Andrianov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
McDonnell throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McDonnell.
McDonnell tries a head kick but it misses.
Andrianov is looking for a counter combo.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
McDonnell slips a jab from Andrianov.
McDonnell moves out of range of the strikes.
A bone on bone clash there as Andrianov blocks the leg kick.
McDonnell lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Andrianov at a distance.
McDonnell misses with a double jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Andrianov scores with a hook.
Andrianov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
It looked like Andrianov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McDonnell fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
No joy there for McDonnell, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Andrianov tries to counter by clinching up but McDonnell breaks away and moves out of range.
McDonnell lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
McDonnell misses with a low kick.
McDonnell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
McDonnell displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Andrianov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A chopping leg kick lands by McDonnell.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov throws a body punch but McDonnell moves out of range.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
McDonnell takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Andrianov throws out a powerful jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McDonnell misses with an uppercut. Andrianov saw that one coming.
It looked like Andrianov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by McDonnell. #T1#
McDonnell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McDonnell.
Nice defenses there by McDonnell.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A big left from McDonnell misses.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the head.
Andrianov misses with a hook. McDonnell ducked under it nicely.
McDonnell slips a jab from Andrianov.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. McDonnell does a little dance to reset his feet.
McDonnell looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
That kick from McDonnell tenderised Andrianov's leg. Andrianov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Andrianov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Andrianov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
McDonnell walks into a left hand.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McDonnell lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Andrianov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Andrianov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Cory McDonnell has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by McDonnell.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Andrianov lands with a right hand.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of McDonnell's head but McDonnell sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McDonnell loads up on a big right hand but Andrianov slips the punch.
McDonnell throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McDonnell was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov throws a hook but McDonnell blocks it.
A low kick from McDonnell misses
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McDonnell feints and then cracks Andrianov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Andrianov down.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
McDonnell throws a leg kick but Andrianov sees it coming and moves out of range.
Andrianov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McDonnell.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Andrianov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McDonnell circles away quickly and effectively.
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. McDonnell takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McDonnell swings for the body but Andrianov moves out of range.
A big right from McDonnell misses.
McDonnell drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Andrianov thuds his right hand into McDonnell's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McDonnell takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Andrianov connects with a right hand. McDonnell shakes it off.
Andrianov cracks McDonnell with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Andrianov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McDonnell has time to react.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McDonnell misses with a body shot.
McDonnell tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from McDonnell.
Andrianov throws a jab when McDonnell was well out of range.
Andrianov cracks McDonnell with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McDonnell throws a big shot that misses.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
McDonnell misses with a two punch combination.
Andrianov tries to clinch but McDonnell is having none of it.
McDonnell walks into a jab.
McDonnell keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McDonnell walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McDonnell lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Andrianov blocks a leg kick.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov lunges at McDonnell with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by McDonnell's hand.
Andrianov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of McDonnell's head.
McDonnell's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and McDonnell duly obliges. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.#CL#
Andrianov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from McDonnell.
McDonnell throws an elbow but it's blocked.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Andrianov 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: CFC 461: Cobb vs Fire
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Andrianov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Strauss throws a low kick but it's checked well by Andrianov.
Strauss connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Andrianov's hands.
A swing and a miss from Strauss.
Strauss avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Strauss misses with a two punch combination.
Strauss uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Danga de danga de dang - Strauss scores with a four punch combination!
Strauss moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Strauss throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
Strauss throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Strauss has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Andrianov stuns Strauss with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Strauss just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Strauss moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov swinging wildly here. #T1#
Andrianov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strauss.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Strauss. #CL2#
Andrianov instigates a clinch.
Strauss lands with a short shot to the head.
Strauss lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Andrianov trying to stall but Strauss improves his position. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Strauss lands a two punch combo.
Andrianov slips a jab from Strauss.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Strauss throws an overhand right that lands on Andrianov's shoulder, as Andrianov tries to avoid the shot.
Strauss misses with a hook.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Strauss was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Strauss swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov wants to counter the offense by Strauss and move into the clinch position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Andrianov duly obliges. #T2#
Strauss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strauss stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andrianov takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL2#
Andrianov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Strauss stalling in the clinch.
Strauss goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Strauss lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Andrianov.
Strauss slows down the pace here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Strauss.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Strauss uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Strauss misses with the head strike. #T3#
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside. #BC#
Strauss breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Strauss misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Strauss lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Strauss looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Andrianov tries to close the distance and clinch but Strauss swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Andrianov avoids the head kick by Strauss.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.
Strauss throws a head kick but Andrianov moves out of range.
Strauss staying out of range there.
Nice shot lands for Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Strauss looks to throw the jab but Andrianov is out of range.
Strauss throws a right and a left that Andrianov avoids nicely. #CL2#
Andrianov moves into range and clinches up with Strauss.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Strauss blocks an uppercut. #T4#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Strauss takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Strauss lands a body shot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Strauss has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov. #BC#
Strauss's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Strauss is looking to slow Andrianov down with leg kicks.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Strauss.
Sloppy strikes from Strauss. Those never looked like landing.
Strauss lands a nice looking kick to the body. Andrianov takes a step back to recover.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Strauss manages to avoid it.
Strauss misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Strauss takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov jabs at Strauss's body.
Strauss bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
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 Wilhelm Strauss will probably get the nod.
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#
Strauss throws a good cross that connects.
Strauss scores with a body shot.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Strauss throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Strauss lets loose with a powerful body kick. Andrianov will feel that in the morning.
Strauss misses with a low kick as Andrianov jumps back.
Andrianov with a nice cross.
Strauss lands a glancing blow to the side of Andrianov's head.
Strauss throws an overhand right that lands on Andrianov's shoulder, as Andrianov tries to avoid the shot.
Andrianov wants to counter the offense by Strauss and move into the clinch position.
Andrianov lands a jab.
Andrianov scores with a hook.
Nice shot by Strauss.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov throws a hook but Strauss blocks it.
Strauss misses with a straight left.
Strauss looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Strauss jabs Andrianov right on the nose. Andrianov blinks but takes it well.
Andrianov lands an overhand right.
Strauss uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Strauss throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Strauss counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Strauss connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
No joy there for Andrianov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Strauss ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Strauss takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strauss.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Strauss counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Strauss connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Strauss looks for the body kick but Andrianov saw that one coming.
Andrianov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Strauss.
Strauss ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromStrauss.
Strauss bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Strauss tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Strauss swings widly with a right hand
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Strauss moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Strauss scores with a hook to the body. Andrianov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Strauss is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Andrianov can do to turn this around?
Andrianov cracks Strauss with a good jab.
Strauss connects with a crisp jab.
Strauss connects with the punch.
Andrianov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Strauss.
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but Strauss moved out of range nicely.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Strauss moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Strauss on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Strauss seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Strauss avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Strauss throws a series of punches but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov walks into a stiff left hand from Strauss.
Strauss misses with an attempted mid kick.
Strauss with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Andrianov throws a sloppy body shot
and Strauss counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Andrianov thinking.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Strauss misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrianov.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Wilhelm Strauss is winning the standup battle so far.
Strauss is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Strauss ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Strauss uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Strauss saw that one coming.
Strauss throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T4#
Andrianov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
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!
Strauss throws a shot to the body.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Strauss is having none of it.
Andrianov throws an overhand right that lands on Strauss's shoulder, as Strauss tries to avoid the shot.
A little feinted left hand from Strauss on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Strauss ducks down to avoid it.
Strauss ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Strauss throws a big shot that misses.
Andrianov throws out a counter right but Strauss avoids it with no problem.
Strauss comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Strauss's head but Strauss sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Strauss throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Strauss.
Strauss goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov misses with a two punch combination.
Andrianov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Strauss swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilhelm Strauss dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Strauss counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Strauss throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Strauss saw that one coming.
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov dodges the punch combination from Strauss.
Andrianov scores with a nice right hand.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Strauss counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Strauss thumps Andrianov with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Strauss keeps the fight on the outside.
Strauss avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andrianov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but Strauss moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Andrianov needs to keep his hands up - Strauss had a free shot at his head there.
Strauss avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Strauss uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strauss throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Strauss stalks Andrianov and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Andrianov's face. Andrianov staggers backwards, shaken.
Andrianov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A big left from Strauss misses.
Strauss misses with a body kick.
Strauss connects with a good right hand that stumbles Andrianov. Andrianov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Strauss uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
A nice leg kick lands there from Strauss.
Andrianov swings for the body but Strauss moves out of range.
Strauss lands a body shot.
Andrianov checks the leg kick.
A nice leg kick from Strauss, right into the meat of the thigh.
Andrianov misses the jab.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Strauss fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Strauss lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Strauss misses with a wild body shot.
Strauss connects with a jab.
Andrianov scores with a body shot.
Strauss wants to slow Andrianov down by chopping away at his legs.
Strauss on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Wilhelm Strauss is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Strauss will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It seemed like Andrianov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
and Strauss cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov throws out a powerful jab.
Strauss swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T3#
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Strauss ducks down to avoid it.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov checks a leg kick.
A right-left combo lands from Strauss.
Strauss swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Strauss fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Strauss looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Andrianov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Strauss.
Andrianov steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Strauss. That one must have hurt.
Strauss misses with a straight left.
Strauss lands the left hand.
Strauss walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Strauss moves out of range. #T4#
Andrianov lands a jab to the head.
Andrianov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov blocks a jab.
Andrianov moves out of range as Strauss throws a body kick.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Strauss is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Andrianov takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov takes one to the chin there.
Strauss thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Strauss counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A jab from Strauss finds it's way through Andrianov's defenses.
Strauss misses with a jab, cross combination.
Strauss uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Strauss was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Wilhelm Strauss showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Strauss 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wilhelm Strauss!
After winning the bout, Wilhelm Strauss thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CFC 454: Fire v IsMore
Date: Jan 21, 2022

#R1#
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hardaway moves away.
Andrianov scores with a decent looking hook.
Andrianov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Hardaway dodges the punch combination from Andrianov. #CL#
Andrianov takes the fight into the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Andrianov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Hardaway uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hardaway misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Andrianov has Hardaway pushed against the cage.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hardaway struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Hardaway has Andrianov pressed against the cage. #T1#
Nice elbow from Hardaway. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hardaway has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hardaway blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hardaway keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Andrianov's efforts to push away.
Andrianov takes an elbow to the forehead.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Andrianov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Hardaway has Andrianov pushed against the cage.
Hardaway has had enough of the clinch but Andrianov keeps him there for the moment.#T2#
Hardaway being controlled against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
With the fighters up against the cage, Hardaway throws an elbow but misses.
A body shot lands from Hardaway.
Hardaway just leaning against Andrianov, taking a breather.
Hardaway stalling in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Andrianov as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardaway.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardaway misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hardaway lands with a short shot to the head.
I was talking to Andrianov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Hardaway breaks the clinch.
Andrianov dips to his left and cracks Hardaway with an uppercut!
Hardaway scores with a nice head shot.#T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardaway. Andrianov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Hardaway moves away
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Hardaway was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hardaway raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hardaway. Andrianov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov darts in trying to clinch
and Hardaway counters with a straight right hand.
A low kick from Hardaway is predictable there
and Andrianov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hardaway fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hardaway ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Hardaway.
Hardaway walks into a left hand. #T4#
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Andrianov misses with a left hand
and Hardaway counters with a stiff right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hardaway tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Andrianov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Andrianov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hardaway doesn't seem bothered though.
Andrianov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Hardaway is just out of range.
Hardaway closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Andrianov throws a hook but Hardaway blocks it.
Hardaway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov throws an off balance right hand #KD2#
and Hardaway counters with a head kick that drops Andrianov to the mat! Andrianov scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Hardaway's head but Hardaway sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hardaway scoring well with a low kick there.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
and Hardaway counters with a nice body shot.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Hardaway on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
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 Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hardaway throws a sloppy head kick and Andrianov moves out of range easily.
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hardaway misses with a body shot
and Andrianov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Samuel Hardaway seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hardaway slips under a jab.
Andrianov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hardaway walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Andrianov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Andrianov swings for the body but Hardaway moves out of range.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov swings for the body but Hardaway moves out of range.
Andrianov misses with a combination
letting Hardaway counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardaway tries to clinch but Andrianov moves away
and Hardaway takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
The crowd cheers as Andrianov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Hardaway doesn't seem phased though.
Andrianov lunges at Hardaway with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hardaway's hand. #T1#
Andrianov misses with a body punch
and Hardaway counters with a straight right hand.
Hardaway takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hardaway tries to counter by closing the distance.
Hardaway tries to score with a low kick but Andrianov moves his leg out of the way.
Hardaway misses the jab.
Hardaway swinging wildly here.
Hardaway scores with a nice strike.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and Hardaway counters with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hardaway swats away the attempt to clinch by Andrianov.
Hardaway was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T2#
Hardaway changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Andrianov instigates a clinch.
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!
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Hardaway.
Andrianov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Hardaway.
Hardaway fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Andrianov.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Hardaway content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardaway.
Hardaway swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Andrianov working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T3#
Andrianov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Hardaway or not.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Hardaway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov lands a left hand.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andrianov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hardaway blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Andrianov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice elbow from Hardaway.
Hardaway leaning his opponent against the cage.
Hardaway holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Hardaway continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Andrianov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Hardaway up against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hardaway creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Andrianov stalling the fight.
Hardaway tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Hardaway fails to land.
Hardaway is trying to stall.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Hardaway lands with a left to the head.
Hardaway prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardaway fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hardaway is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hardaway's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
That's time! Andrianov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Andrianov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Andrianov rushes Hardaway and presses him up against the cage.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
Hardaway lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Hardaway works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Hardaway trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hardaway scores with a spinning back kick!
Hardaway thows a leg kick but Andrianov checks it
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Hardaway throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Hardaway misses with a looping left.
Andrianov checks a leg kick.
Nice shot by Andrianov.#T1#
Hardaway throws a lazy uppercut
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Hardaway is having none of it.
Andrianov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Hardaway slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Andrianov avoids the head kick by Hardaway.
Hardaway pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A right-left combo lands from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and Hardaway counters with a nice body shot.
Nice defenses there by Hardaway.
Hardaway now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Andrianov misses the jab.
Andrianov connects with a body shot that sends Hardaway's belly button to the back.
Andrianov looks to land a combination but Hardaway avoids it well.
Hardaway tries to clinch but Andrianov is having none of it. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardaway scores with a sloppy right hand. Andrianov should have avoided that one.
Hardaway lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
Hardaway closes the distance and clinches.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hardaway lands a hook that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov scores with a body shot.
Hardaway misses the jab.
Andrianov sizes up Hardaway with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Andrianov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Andrianov swings away with a body shot that misses #CL2#
and Hardaway holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hardaway stalling the fight.
Andrianov tries to work over Hardaway's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
A short right from Hardaway.
Andrianov lands with a short shot to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Andrianov.
A short body shot lands from Andrianov as the two fighters clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Andrianov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hardaway goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Hardaway.
Hardaway prevents Andrianov from breaking the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Hardaway tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
Hardaway lands with a short shot to the head.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Hardaway.
Hardaway softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hardaway doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hardaway struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Hardaway throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Hardaway creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Hardaway tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hardaway blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Hardaway controls his hands.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Hardaway blocking some punches.
Hardaway pressing his opponent against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.

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 Ivan Andrianov.
Well Andrianov 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 28:29
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: CFC 447: El Toro Jr v Papa...
Date: Dec 29, 2021

#R1#
Maldonado misses with a hook.
Andrianov throws an off balance right hand
and Maldonado counters with a nice kick to the body.
Maldonado throws a leg kick but Andrianov checks it.
Andrianov scores with a sloppy right hand. Maldonado should have avoided that one.
Andrianov misses with a hook. Maldonado ducked under it nicely.
Maldonado thows a body kick. Andrianov tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Maldonado misses with an uppercut. Andrianov saw that one coming.
Maldonado misses with a leg kick.
Maldonado tries a head kick but it misses.
Maldonado misses with a body shot
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maldonado steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Maldonado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Andrianov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Andrianov misses with a wild combination.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Maldonado counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Maldonado moves away from the strike by Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Maldonado takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Maldonado 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.
Andrianov swings for the body but Maldonado moves out of range.
Maldonado swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Maldonado takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov throws an off balance right hand
enabling Maldonado to counter with a crisp jab.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Maldonado ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Maldonado throws a good cross that connects.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Maldonado throws a fast counter high kick but Andrianov manages to duck under it in time.
Maldonado uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Maldonado ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
The crowd cheers as Maldonado lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Andrianov takes a swing at Maldonado's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Maldonado.#T2#
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!
Maldonado throws a low kick, looking for Andrianov's leg but Andrianov calmly moves out of range.
Andrianov moves out of range as Maldonado strikes.
Andrianov throws a hook but Maldonado avoids it easily.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the body
and Maldonado counters with a nice kick to the body.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Maldonado fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Andrianov misses the jab.
Maldonado misses with a looping left.
Maldonado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Andrianov's head.#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Maldonado throws a body kick that misses.
Maldonado lands with a thumping leg kick.
Maldonado keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maldonado misses with an uppercut
and Andrianov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut there from Andrianov.
Maldonado scores with a shot to the body.
Andrianov connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T3#
Maldonado cracks a nice hook into Andrianov's ribs.
Maldonado avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Maldonado! But no joy.
Andrianov tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Maldonado to counter with a crisp jab.
Maldonado misses with a straight right.
Maldonado misses with a body kick.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Maldonado was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Maldonado throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Andrianov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Maldonado - the referee stops the clock and Andrianov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Maldonado. Andrianov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Andrianov throws the left hand but Maldonado avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Maldonado counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Maldonado lands with a thumping leg kick.
Maldonado keeps the fight on the outside.
Andrianov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A solid body kick from Maldonado.
Andrianov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A cross from Andrianov lands.
Maldonado bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Maldonado slips a jab from Andrianov.
Maldonado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Maldonado takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Andrianov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Maldonado manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Maldonado scoring well with a low kick there.
Maldonado connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Andrianov 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.
Maldonado misses with a hook. Andrianov ducked under it nicely.
Maldonado thumps Andrianov with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ralphie Maldonado dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Maldonado uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Maldonado lands with a kick to the temple. Andrianov shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Maldonado fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Maldonado scores with a nice head shot.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Maldonado counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Maldonado makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Maldonado scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Andrianov doesn't seem bothered though.
Andrianov throws a hook but Maldonado blocks it.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Maldonado is just out of range.
Maldonado keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Maldonado connects with the punch.
Nice cross by Maldonado.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maldonado throws the kick towards the body but Andrianov avoids it.
Andrianov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Maldonado on the side of the head.
Andrianov moves out of range of the body kick from Maldonado. #T1#
Maldonado misses with a head kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Maldonado does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice side step and Maldonado releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Maldonado connects with a good right hand that stumbles Andrianov. Andrianov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Andrianov scores with a nice right hand.
Maldonado has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Andrianov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Maldonado paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Maldonado scoring well with a low kick there.
Maldonado bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Andrianov might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Maldonado blocks a jab.
Maldonado fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Andrianov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Maldonado scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Maldonado getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Maldonado dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
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!
Andrianov avoids a kick to the body.
Andrianov defending well as Maldonado loads up on a big left hand. #T2#
Andrianov slips a straight right by Maldonado.
A jab from Maldonado does it's job there.
Maldonado cracks Andrianov with a good jab.
Andrianov moves in looking to clinch but Maldonado pushes him off.
Maldonado lunges at Andrianov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Andrianov's hand.
Andrianov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Maldonado throws a push kick but Andrianov slaps the foot to one side.
Maldonado throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Maldonado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Andrianov thinking.
Andrianov lands with a straight right. Maldonado didn't see that one coming.
Maldonado tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Maldonado.
Andrianov scores with a hook.
Maldonado takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Andrianov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Maldonado.#T3#
Maldonado works the jab nicely.
Jab, jab by Andrianov - just one landing.
Andrianov punishes Maldonado's body with a nice straight punch.
Andrianov misses with a hook. Maldonado ducked under it nicely.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.
Andrianov punishes Maldonado's body with a nice straight punch.
Andrianov walks into a straight right hand from Maldonado.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrianov moves out of range of the leg kick from Maldonado.
As Maldonado tries to get set, Andrianov tries to push him back and clinch up but Maldonado manages to avoid the attempt.
Maldonado fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Andrianov checks it well.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Maldonado throws a big counter head kick but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov throws a sloppy body shot
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Maldonado scores with a decent looking hook.#T4#
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!
Maldonado avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Andrianov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Maldonado throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Maldonado misses with a left hand
and Andrianov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Good exchange - Maldonado coming out on top.
Maldonado lunges at Andrianov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Andrianov's hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Maldonado.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Maldonado.
Andrianov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov swings for the body but Maldonado moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Maldonado cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Maldonado scores with a hook.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Maldonado's head but Maldonado sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Maldonado on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ralphie Maldonado showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Maldonado.
Andrianov looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Andrianov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Maldonado.
Maldonado jabs Andrianov right on the nose. Andrianov blinks but takes it well.
Ralphie Maldonado seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Maldonado just misses with a punch to the body.
Maldonado throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Maldonado.
Maldonado bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Andrianov's head.#CL#
Andrianov rushes Maldonado and presses him up against the cage.
Maldonado cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
Andrianov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#BC2#
Maldonado breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Andrianov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Maldonado throws a hook but Andrianov avoids it easily.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jab by Andrianov.#T1#
Maldonado lands a leg kick that knocks Andrianov off balance momentarily.
Andrianov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Maldonado is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Andrianov.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Maldonado misses with a low kick as Andrianov jumps back.
Andrianov slips a jab from Maldonado.
Andrianov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Andrianov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Maldonado counters with a nice body shot.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Maldonado lands a leg kick that knocks Andrianov off balance momentarily.
Maldonado showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook. Maldonado ducked under it nicely.
Andrianov is looking to clinch. #T2#
Andrianov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Maldonado uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Maldonado throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Maldonado scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov throws a hook but Maldonado avoids it easily.
Maldonado looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maldonado avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andrianov darts in trying to clinch
and Maldonado counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Andrianov thinking.
Maldonado swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Maldonado misses with a body shot.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Maldonado ducks right into an uppercut from Andrianov. #T3#
Andrianov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Andrianov misses the body punch
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Maldonado turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Andrianov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice shot by Maldonado.
Andrianov doesn't manage to clinch there - Maldonado circles away.
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
Andrianov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
and Maldonado connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maldonado throws a wild body kick that Andrianov sees coming a mile off.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Andrianov crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Maldonado - the referee stops the clock and Andrianov gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Maldonado. Andrianov manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Nice uppercut there from Maldonado.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maldonado throws a poor cross that misses
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov wants to clinch
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Andrianov is rocked!#T4#
Some wild striking there from Andrianov.
Andrianov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Andrianov looks to land a combination but Maldonado avoids it well.
Andrianov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromMaldonado.
Maldonado scoring well with a low kick there.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A head kick misses from Maldonado.
Andrianov scores with a nice right hand.
Maldonado throws a predictable looking body shot
and Andrianov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Andrianov. Those never looked like landing.
Maldonado scores with a jab to the body.
Maldonado scores with a hook to the body. Andrianov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ralphie Maldonado comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Maldonado 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ralphie Maldonado!
Ralphie Maldonado bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: CFC 442: El Toro Jr v Adrianov
Date: Dec 01, 2021

#R1#
El Toro Jr avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr slips under a jab.#CL#
El Toro Jr has Andrianov up against the cage in a clinch.
El Toro Jr lands an uppercut.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
El Toro Jr misses with an elbow over the top.
El Toro Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
El Toro Jr takes a shot to the head.
El Toro Jr lands with a short shot to the head.
El Toro Jr throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
A head punch on the inside from El Toro Jr fails to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good body shot from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
El Toro Jr lands an uppercut.
Andrianov can't find room to land a body shot as El Toro Jr controls the action.
El Toro Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
El Toro Jr tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it. #T1#
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
El Toro Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andrianovs head.
El Toro Jr scores with a hook to the body.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
El Toro Jr lands an uppercut.
Andrianov blocks the elbow strike.
El Toro Jr scores with a shot to the side of Andrianov's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Andrianov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing El Toro Jr back against the cage.
El Toro Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
El Toro Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short uppercut from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
El Toro Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've been hearing reports that El Toro Jr has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A shot in the inside from El Toro Jr. #T2#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr misses with a body punch.
El Toro Jr can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Andrianov blocks an elbow strike from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing El Toro Jr back against the cage.
Nice body punch from El Toro Jr - that landed with a thud.
El Toro Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
El Toro Jr misses with some punches.
El Toro Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
El Toro Jr is stalling here.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as El Toro Jr controls his hands.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr lands a right hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for El Toro Jr.
Andrianov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. El Toro Jr seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Andrianov can turn it around.
El Toro Jr lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
El Toro Jr blocking some punches. #T3#
El Toro Jr lands with a short head shot on the inside.
El Toro Jr prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
El Toro Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Good body shot from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr lands with a right to the head.
El Toro Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but El Toro Jr avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
El Toro Jr digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov tries to work over El Toro Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
El Toro Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
El Toro Jr misses with a body punch. #T4#
El Toro Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr blocks an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
El Toro Jr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
El Toro Jr lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but El Toro Jr avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
El Toro Jr lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
El Toro Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
El Toro Jr blocks a punch to the side of the head.
El Toro Jr pushes off an throws an elbow but Andrianov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Andrianov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of El Toro Jr backwards.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
El Toro Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
Andrianov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Andrianov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Andrianov's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Andrianov blocks the elbow strike.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from El Toro Jr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ceaser El Toro Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
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#
Andrianov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Andrianov. That did some damage!
El Toro Jr misses with an uppercut
and Andrianov counters with a series of strikes. El Toro Jr will be more careful next time no doubt.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but El Toro Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr misses with a left hand
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
El Toro Jr moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and El Toro Jr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but El Toro Jr slips the punch.
El Toro Jr buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
El Toro Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Andrianov. Those never looked like landing.
El Toro Jr just misses with a punch to the body.
El Toro Jr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Andrianov to score with a decent uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Donk. Andrianov catches El Toro Jr right on the button with a cross.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
El Toro Jr is looking to counter punch.
El Toro Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T1#
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but El Toro Jr manages to avoid it.
Andrianov swings away with a body shot that misses
and El Toro Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
El Toro Jr slips under a jab from Andrianov.#CL#
El Toro Jr rushes Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Nice body punch from Andrianov - that landed with a thud.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ceaser El Toro Jr has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.
El Toro Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
El Toro Jr misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by El Toro Jr.
Andrianov stalling the fight.
A short body shot lands from Andrianov as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov stalling the fight. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot. #T2#
Andrianov throws the left hand but El Toro Jr avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Andrianov has managed to clinch.
Andrianov lands a left hand that snaps the head of El Toro Jr backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with El Toro Jr's elbow.
El Toro Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but El Toro Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
El Toro Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov gets through El Toro Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
El Toro Jr tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
El Toro Jr misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T3#
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but El Toro Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
El Toro Jr keeps control of Andrianov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
El Toro Jr pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but El Toro Jr improves position. #BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andrianov misses with a body punch
and El Toro Jr counters with an inside leg kick.
Andrianov lands with a straight right. El Toro Jr didn't see that one coming.
El Toro Jr slips a jab from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
El Toro Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
El Toro Jr misses with an uppercut.
Andrianov ducks right into an uppercut from El Toro Jr. #T4#
El Toro Jr tries to clinch up.
Andrianov misses the jab.
El Toro Jr scores with a nice body kick.
El Toro Jr bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
El Toro Jr jabs at Andrianov's body.
A nice leg kick from El Toro Jr, right into the meat of the thigh.
El Toro Jr keeps Andrianov at a distance using the push kick.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
El Toro Jr moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and El Toro Jr counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Andrianov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by El Toro Jr. El Toro Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Andrianov digs a good hook to El Toro Jr's body.
El Toro Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.#CL2#
Andrianov takes the fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
El Toro Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by El Toro Jr.
Andrianov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
El Toro Jr misses with a body shot.
El Toro Jr jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
El Toro Jr looks to clinch
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. El Toro Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1-2. Andrianov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Andrianov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Andrianov misses with a combination
and El Toro Jr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of El Toro Jr's head but El Toro Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from El Toro Jr.
A decent looking cross lands there for Andrianov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
El Toro Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
El Toro Jr moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #T1##CL2#
Andrianov moves into the clinch.
El Toro Jr pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
El Toro Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but El Toro Jr avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
El Toro Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
El Toro Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short left from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
El Toro Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Andrianov.#BC2#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but El Toro Jr moves away.
El Toro Jr tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Andrianov manages to circle out of the way.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Andrianov checks a leg kick. #T2#
El Toro Jr scores with a sloppy right hand. Andrianov should have avoided that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
El Toro Jr blocks a jab.
El Toro Jr catches Andrianov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
El Toro Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
El Toro Jr ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
The fighters circle momentarily. El Toro Jr darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
El Toro Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Andrianov swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Andrianov throws a counter combo.
El Toro Jr misses with a straight right.
El Toro Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. El Toro Jr does a little dance to reset his feet.
El Toro Jr is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Andrianov has closed the distance and engaged El Toro Jr in a clinch.
Andrianov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning El Toro Jr up against the cage.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but El Toro Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
A right hand to the body from Andrianov. #T3#
El Toro Jr tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Andrianov smiles and moves away.
El Toro Jr chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Andrianov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov throws the left hand but El Toro Jr avoids the punch easily.#CL#
El Toro Jr closes the distance and pushes Andrianov back into the cage.
El Toro Jr blocking some punches.
Andrianov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
El Toro Jr is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
El Toro Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
El Toro Jr lands a shoulder strike.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
El Toro Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
El Toro Jr lands with a right to the head. #T4#
A quick uppercut on the inside from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov wants to break free but El Toro Jr has control.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with El Toro Jr's elbow.
El Toro Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Andrianov can do to turn this around?
El Toro Jr tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing El Toro Jr back against the cage.
Andrianov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A body shot lands from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
El Toro Jr pushes Andrianov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
El Toro Jr lands with a light punch inside.
El Toro Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
El Toro Jr misses with a shot to the kidneys.
El Toro Jr lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov takes an elbow to the forehead.
El Toro Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Andrianov gets through El Toro Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
El Toro Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
El Toro Jr is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
El Toro Jr scores with a nice hook to the head.
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but El Toro Jr is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ceaser El Toro Jr clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
El Toro Jr works the jab nicely.
El Toro Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A jab from El Toro Jr misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for El Toro Jr.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
El Toro Jr swings widly with a right hand
and Andrianov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
El Toro Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Nice defenses there by El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr is looking to slow Andrianov down with leg kicks.
Andrianov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from El Toro Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro Jr takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
El Toro Jr with a nice calf kick.
El Toro Jr ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr misses with a wild body shot.
El Toro Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
El Toro Jr is looking to chop away at Andrianov's legs.
Some wild striking there from Andrianov.
Andrianov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
El Toro Jr throws a lazy right hand but Andrianov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
El Toro Jr misses with a straight right.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
El Toro Jr slips a straight right by Andrianov.
El Toro Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. El Toro Jr saw that one coming.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Andrianov drives through and clinches with El Toro Jr against the cage.
El Toro Jr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
El Toro Jr lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from El Toro Jr. #T2#
El Toro Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
El Toro Jr scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
El Toro Jr blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with El Toro Jr's elbow.
El Toro Jr blocking some punches.
Andrianov takes an elbow to the forehead.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from El Toro Jr.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
El Toro Jr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov dodges an elbow strike from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
El Toro Jr lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
El Toro Jr misses with a body punch.
El Toro Jr misses with some punches.
El Toro Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
El Toro Jr tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by El Toro Jr.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as El Toro Jr controls his hands.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good body shot from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
El Toro Jr creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
El Toro Jr looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
El Toro Jr tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from El Toro Jr fails to land.
El Toro Jr works on Andrianov's body with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
El Toro Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov takes an elbow to the temple.
A nice left hand lands by El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Andrianov slowing the pace effectively.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
El Toro Jr makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
El Toro Jr misses with an elbow over the top.
Andrianov wants to stall.
El Toro Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from El Toro Jr.
El Toro Jr cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
El Toro Jr stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but El Toro Jr improves position.
El Toro Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from El Toro Jr.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ceaser El Toro Jr had his way with Ivan Andrianov in that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Jab by El Toro Jr.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
El Toro Jr misses with a body shot.
El Toro Jr on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Andrianov throws out a powerful jab.
A jab from El Toro Jr finds it's way through Andrianov's defenses.
Andrianov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
El Toro Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
El Toro Jr lands a head shot.
El Toro Jr scores with a jab.
El Toro Jr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Andrianov darts in and clinches El Toro Jr up against the cage.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by El Toro Jr.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from El Toro Jr. #T1#
Andrianov is trying to maintain a safe position but El Toro Jr gets an underhook and turns Andrianov into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from El Toro Jr fails to land.
El Toro Jr cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
El Toro Jr misses with some punches.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
El Toro Jr tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but El Toro Jr avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andrianovs head.
El Toro Jr scores with a shoulder strike.
El Toro Jr working aggressively here.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Andrianov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
El Toro Jr tries to clinch up.
Ceaser El Toro Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
El Toro Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
El Toro Jr scores with a leg kick.
El Toro Jr connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This has been an exciting period of action!
El Toro Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
El Toro Jr throws a quick counter kick to the body but Andrianov avoids it.#CL2#
Andrianov rushes El Toro Jr and presses him up against the cage.
Andrianov is trying to push El Toro Jr away but El Toro Jr has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
El Toro Jr blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
El Toro Jr throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andrianovs head.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
El Toro Jr lands with a light punch inside.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but El Toro Jr uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
El Toro Jr punishes Andrianov's body with a nice straight punch.
El Toro Jr throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov scores with a jab.
El Toro Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
El Toro Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. El Toro Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
El Toro Jr scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Andrianov doesn't seem bothered though.
El Toro Jr fakes the leg kick and cracks Andrianov in the body.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and El Toro Jr makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from El Toro Jr.
Andrianov defending well as El Toro Jr loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. El Toro Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a body punch but El Toro Jr moves out of range.
Good leg kick by El Toro Jr. #T4#
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but El Toro Jr moves away.
Andrianov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by El Toro Jr. El Toro Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
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!
Andrianov misses with a hook
and El Toro Jr counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but El Toro Jr moves away.
El Toro Jr throws a leg kick but Andrianov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
El Toro Jr scores with a leg kick.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A nice combination there by Andrianov.
El Toro Jr connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Andrianov misses with a left hand
and El Toro Jr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
El Toro Jr thumps Andrianov with a low kick.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but El Toro Jr manages to avoid it.
Andrianov takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Andrianov swings for the body but El Toro Jr moves out of range.
A jab from El Toro Jr does it's job there.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ceaser El Toro Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
I think El Toro Jr 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 49:46
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 49:46
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ceaser El Toro Jr!
Ceaser El Toro Jr retains his welterweight title!
Ceaser El Toro Jr thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SMASH:25
Date: Oct 29, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range. #TD#
Andrianov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kurri to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kurri definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kurri prevents Andrianov from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Andrianov pushes Kurri off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Andrianov to counter with a crisp jab.
Kurri tries to clinch up.
Kurri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Kurri tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andrianov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov throws a right hand that Kurri ducks under and follows up with a left that Kurri also avoids with ease.
Kurri changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Andrianov scores with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kurri ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Kurri feinted with a counter takedown.
Andrianov lands with a nice combination. Kurri backs away looking to recover.#T1#
Kurri shoots for a takedown but Andrianov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov leaves Kurri 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 Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Kurri.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Kurri shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Kurri moved out of range.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A left lands for Andrianov.
Kurri defending well as Andrianov loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Kurri uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and pushes Kurri back into the cage.
Kurri has Andrianov pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Andrianov manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T2#
Kurri wants to clinch up but Andrianov keeps it at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Andrianov gets caught napping as Kurri dives in and scores a takedown. Andrianov manages to retain guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kurri pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Andrianov is keeping the position for now.
Andrianov wants to stand but Kurri is controlling the position.
Andrianov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #ES2#
Andrianov uses the cage to get back to his feet. #TD#
Kurri closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kurri prevents Andrianov from improving his position.#T3#
Andrianov is trying to stand up here but Kurri is controlling him well.
Andrianov 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.#SUB#
Kurri is working for a submission of some sort.
Andrianov tries to kick Kurri off but Kurri keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kurri is looking to take a break and control but Andrianov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Kurri 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. #SUB#
Kurri wants to work for an arm triangle but Andrianov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Kurri seems to be looking for submissions.
Andrianov tries to get to full guard but Kurri has control of the leg. #SUB#
Kurri is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Kurri is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Andrianov is just riding it out for now. Kurri eventually gives up the hold.
Andrianov tries to roll over but Kurri keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov 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#
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kurri.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Andrianov!
Andrianov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kurri takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kurri moves out of range.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri fails to land the takedown.
Andrianov 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurri doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL2#
and Andrianov moves into the clinch.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Kurri controls his hands.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov pushes Kurri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1##BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kurri uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Nice body punch from Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kurri shoots in and drives through. Andrianov sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kurri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurri half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kurri tries to counter with a takedown but Andrianov is quick to defend against it.
Kurri staying out of range there.
Kurri ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Kurri tries to clinch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kurri avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T2#
Kurri shoots for a takedown but Andrianov saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kurri shoots for a double leg takedown but Andrianov sprawls well. He's pushed Kurri's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kurri misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kurri dives in for a single leg takedown but Andrianov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kurri with a body shot.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kurri blocking some punches.
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kurri is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Andrianov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Kurri.
Andrianov prevents Kurri from breaking the clinch.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Kurri avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov avoiding damage. #T3#
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
Kurri has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Andrianov after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kurri doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.#CL#
Kurri forces Andrianov back against the cage and clinches.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov digs a right hand into Kurri's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kurri's gas tank.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kurri.
Kurri has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Andrianov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T4#
A right hand to the body from Andrianov. #TD#
Kurri is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Andrianov can't fight it off and eventually Kurri manages to take the fight to the floor. Andrianov looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2#
Andrianov pushes Kurri off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Kurri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice uppercut there from Andrianov.
Andrianov cracks Kurri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Kurri counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kurri scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kurri tries to free his leg and advance position but Andrianov is retaining full guard.
Kurri stops Andrianov from standing up. #ES2#
Andrianov is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov 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! 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#
Kurri tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
Kurri is looking to clinch.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Andrianov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kurri at a distance.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Kurri takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Andrianov swats away the attempt to clinch by Kurri.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov cracks Kurri with a right hand to the side of the head.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Kurri attempts a counter takedown but Andrianov avoids it well and moves away.
Andrianov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kurri.#T1#
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kurri appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kurri fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Andrianov wants to counter with a clinch but Kurri pushes him away.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.#CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kurri.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Kurri drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kurri - that will leave a mark!
Andrianov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kurri circles away quickly and effectively.
Andrianov is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL2#
Andrianov has closed the distance and engaged Kurri in a clinch.
Andrianov avoiding damage as Kurri throws knees to the body. #T2#
Kurri wants to take the fight to the mat but Andrianov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Andrianov lands an uppercut.
Andrianov has had enough of the clinch but Kurri keeps him there for the moment.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kurri misses with a body punch.
Kurri is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov tries to work over Kurri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kurri misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Kurri can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tatu Kurri. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kurri backwards. #T3#
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch.
Kurri fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and clinches.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov is stalling here. #BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD#
Kurri closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Andrianov quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Andrianov pushes Kurri off and gets back to his feet.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Andrianov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Kurri moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Kurri tries to keep at a distance but Andrianov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Andrianov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #TD#
Kurri tightens his grip and picks Andrianov up, before dumping him to the ground. Andrianov manages to land in guard.

Andrianov wriggles free and stands up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Andrianov 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!
Tatu Kurri spoke after the fight, saying 'ggwp'.

Event: SMASH: Cassino vs Dillbrandt
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
A right-left combo lands from Andrianov. #CL#
Steve has taken the fight to the clinch.
Andrianov lands a right hand. #BC#
Steve pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Steve throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
and Steve counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Steve on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the body.
Steve uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
A jab from Andrianov does it's job there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Steve slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Andrianov with a hook.
Andrianov with a jab.
Andrianov lands with a shot to the body.
Andrianov cracks a nice hook into Steve's ribs.
Steve has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Pound Town Athletics in the buildup to the fight.
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.#T1#
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steve misses with a shot to the body
and Andrianov counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov connects with a body shot.
Steve cracks Andrianov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Steve misses with a head kick.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Steve misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Steve's head but Steve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steve 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. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Steve slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Steve misses with a left hand
and Andrianov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Steve throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#T2#
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Steve closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Steve lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Steve misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Andrianov lands a nice shot to the body.
Steve throws out a leg kick but Andrianov moves out of range and Steve only half commits.
Andrianov swings for the body but Steve moves out of range.
Andrianov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Andrianov cracks Steve with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Andrianov with a hook.#T3#
Andrianov scores with the left hand. Steve knows he should have avoided that one.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Steve sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Steve keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Steve throws a big counter combination but Andrianov scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Steve jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Steve ducks right into an uppercut from Andrianov.
Steve steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Steve misses with a double jab.
Steve drops his hands momentarily and Andrianov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Steve avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Steve misses with a combination
and Andrianov counters with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov thuds his right hand into Steve's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Andrianov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Steve has time to react.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Steve saw that one coming.
Steve throws out a loose jab but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Steve slips a straight right by Andrianov.
It looked like Steve wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Steve moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Steve throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andrianov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Andrianov misses with a left hand
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Steve on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Steve.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##CL#
Steve takes the fight into the clinch.
Steve blocking some punches.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov lands with a left to the head.
Steve tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Steve slips the punch.
Andrianov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov misses with a few strikes there.
Andrianov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Steve takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Steve just misses with a punch to the body.
Steve keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Steve is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Steve is having none of it. #T1#
Steve tries to bum rush Andrianov with a series of wild strikes but Andrianov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Andrianov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Steve takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Steve.
Steve walks into a left hand.
Andrianov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Andrianov throws a hook but Steve avoids it easily.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Andrianov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Steve ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Steve lands a right hook to the body.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Steve misses the shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Steve.
Andrianov cracks Steve with an open hand slap.
Steve walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Andrianov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Steve counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Steve doesn't seem bothered though.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Andrianov tries to bum rush Steve with a series of wild strikes but Steve uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Steve takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Steve tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away. #T3#
Andrianov throws a body punch but Steve moves out of range.
Steve moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Steve moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Andrianov lands a jab to the head.
Steve throws a predictable looking body shot
and Andrianov counters with a nice body shot.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Steve's head but Steve sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Steve doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Steve takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Andrianov throws a right hand that Steve ducks under and follows up with a left that Steve also avoids with ease.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Steve throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov lands with a cross.
Steve just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steve. Andrianov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Steve connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Steve is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Andrianov connects with a body shot.
Andrianov throws a hook but Steve blocks it.
Andrianov tries to close the distance and clinch but Steve swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Steve pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Steve throwing a counter right hand but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Steve manages to avoid it.
Steve uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Steve is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
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#
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Steve cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Steve uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Steve takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Steve takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Steve misses with a body shot.
Andrianov connects with a body shot that sends Steve's belly button to the back.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Steve misses the target.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Andrianov.
Steve tries to move into range but Andrianov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Andrianov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Steve looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T1#
Steve slips under a jab.
It looked like Steve wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Andrianov lands with a shot to the body.
Steve fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Steve just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Steve swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Steve slips the punch.
Steve swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steve uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Steve.
Steve swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steve looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Steve misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov lands a nice looking body shot.
Steve pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Andrianov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Andrianov clobbers Steve with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Andrianov jabs Steve right on the nose. Steve blinks but takes it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Steve lands a really nice looking cross but Andrianov seems unphased.
Steve slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Steve with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Steve throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov looks to throw the jab but Steve is out of range.
Steve is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Steve fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.#T3#
Andrianov cracks Steve with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CL2#
Andrianov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Steve, pushing him back against the cage.
Steve misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov is trying to stall.
Steve misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov tries to work over Steve's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jay Steve has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov is pushing Steve up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
A hook to the body from Andrianov.
Andrianov tries to break free but Steve pushes him back against the cage.
Steve tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Steve misses with a body punch.
Steve tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Steve back against the cage.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Steve lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Andrianov or not.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Steve.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A hook to the body from Steve.
Steve has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Steve doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Steve has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Steve misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Steve seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Andrianov can turn it around.#BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a double jab.
Steve blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Steve on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Andrianov 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: SMASH: Kirk vs Petrov
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Askren was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Askren uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Matt Askren seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Askren scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Askren shoots in looking for a takedown but Andrianov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Askren's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
We've been hearing reports that Askren has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Askren shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Askren was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Andrianov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Askren working the head with strikes.
Andrianov pushes Askren away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Askren gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Andrianov tries to buck Askren off but Askren is having none of it.
Askren in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T1#
Askren cracks Andrianov with a big elbow.
Askren works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Andrianov takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet.
Askren grinds an elbow into Andrianov's temple.
Andrianov tries to bench press Askren off him but Askren keeps the position.
Askren landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Andrianov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Askren's best efforts.
Andrianov is not content to let Askren control the position.
Andrianov tries to roll over but Askren keeps him under control.
Askren content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Nice strikes from Askren there.
Andrianov has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Askren trying to pass the guard but Andrianov defending well.
Askren drops an elbow to the side of Andrianov's head.
Andrianov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Andrianov.
Askren stands up over Andrianov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ES2#
Andrianov pushes Askren off and scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Askren avoids them all with ease. #CL#
Andrianov gets tackled into the cage by Askren. Askren maintains the clinch.
Askren wants a takedown.
Andrianov lands a left hand. #T3#
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Andrianov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Askren blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianov is pressed up against the cage. Askren has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Andrianov down to the mat. Andrianov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Matt Askren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Askren scores with a takedown into Andrianov's guard.
Askren wants to control from the top but Andrianov keeps moving.
Askren sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Askren wants to pass the guard but Andrianov is keeping the position.#T4##ES2#
Andrianov wriggles free and stands up.
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
A slow jab from Askren misses its intended target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov lands a jab to the head.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Askren was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Askren instigates a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Askren trying to stall but Andrianov improves his position.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Askren blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Askren takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Andrianov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Andrianov there as he acknowledges the shot.
Askren fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Andrianov, as that shot connected. #CL#
Askren rushes Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Askren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Askren seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Andrianov can turn it around.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Askren can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Askren works the jab nicely.
Andrianov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Askren moves out of range.
Askren drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Andrianov, as that shot connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Askren blocks a jab.
Andrianov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Askren throws out the jab.
Andrianov moves forwards but Askren connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1#
Andrianov circles away from the clinch attempt.
No joy there for Andrianov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Askren slips under a jab.
Andrianov takes a swing at Askren's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Askren sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Askren ducks down to avoid it.
Askren connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The crowd cheers as Askren lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Askren looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Askren throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Askren.
Andrianov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Askren is just out of range.
Askren tries to clinch but Andrianov is having none of it.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Askren.
Nice uppercut there from Askren.#T2##CL#
Askren moves into range and clinches up with Andrianov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right from Andrianov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Askren takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Andrianov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Andrianov misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Askren tries to clinch up but Andrianov circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Askren instigates a clinch.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Askren tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Askren digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Andrianov is trying to force a seperation but Askren has the dominant position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Andrianov.#T3#
Askren is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Askren.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Askren's head.
A bit of stalling here from Andrianov.
A short left from Andrianov.
Askren cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
Andrianov is trying to maintain a safe position but Askren gets an underhook and turns Andrianov into the cage.
Askren is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Andrianov is keeping busy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Askren misses with a body punch.
Andrianov can't find room to land a body shot as Askren controls the action.
Come on Askren - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Askren has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Andrianov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Askren is looking for a takedown.#T4#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Askren slows down the pace here.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Askren softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Askren swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A jab from Askren does it's job there.
A jab from Andrianov finds it's way through Askren's defenses.
Askren bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Askren throws a shot to the body.
Andrianov lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Andrianov.#TD#
Askren feints and as Andrianov raises his hands in defense, Askren changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Askren trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Askren sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Andrianov's guard.
Andrianov looks like he's trying to stand up.
Matt Askren overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Askren performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
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. Askren connects with a nice short shot to Andrianov's temple.
Andrianov has hold of Askren's hands but Askren slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Andrianov is trying to stand back up but Askren is controlling him
Askren lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Askren scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1#
Askren stops Andrianov from getting back to his feet.
Askren seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Andrianov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Andrianov is looking to improve his position.
Andrianov is trying to stand back up but Askren is controlling him #ES2#
Andrianov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Askren is on him like a limpet, forcing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov tries to stall but Askren uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Askren struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Askren throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Askren tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov lands an uppercut.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Askren.
Andrianov trying to stall but Askren improves his position.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Matt Askren has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
A short body shot lands from Askren as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Askren.
Askren misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Askren misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Askren.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The referee is keeping an eye on Andrianov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Askren.
Andrianov lands a left hand.
Askren lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Askren lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Askren lands a hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Askren has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Askren lands with a right to the head.
Andrianov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Askren goes for a takedown attempt but Andrianov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov defending well as Askren loads up on a big left hand.
Askren avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
Askren misses with an uppercut. Andrianov saw that one coming.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Askren ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Askren feinted with a counter takedown.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Andrianov staying out of range there.
Andrianov lands with a right hand.
Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Askren.
Askren tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Askren.
Askren misses the body punch
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Askren looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
Askren connects with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Askren throws a lazy uppercut
and Askren takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Askren just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Askren with a body shot.
Andrianov lands with a straight right. Askren didn't see that one coming.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Askren throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov walks into a stiff left hand from Askren.
Askren throws a hook to the side of Andrianov's head but Andrianov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Askren takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.

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 Matt Askren.
I think Andrianov 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 James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: SMASH: Voronin vs Gulf
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Rossiter counters with a straight right hand.
Rossiter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Rossiter counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Rossiter missing with a left hand there. Andrianov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rossiter moves away.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rossiter staying out of range there.
Rossiter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rossiter misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Andrianov cracks Rossiter with an open hand slap.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rossiter throws out a leg kick but Andrianov moves out of range and Rossiter only half commits.
Rossiter misses with a leg kick.
Andrianov throwing a counter right hand but Rossiter manages to avoid it.#T1#
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rossiter manages to avoid it.
Rossiter looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Andrianov moves into range and connects with a jab.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rossiter moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rossiter! But no joy.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rossiter moves away.
Rossiter takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice shot by Rossiter.#CL#
Andrianov rushes Rossiter and presses him up against the cage.
Rossiter misses with a body punch.
Rossiter misses with the head strike.
Andrianov stalling against the cage.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Rossiter misses with a body punch. #T2#
Rossiter lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
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!
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Rossiter's head.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Rossiter uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Rossiter. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rossiter manages to avoid it.
Rossiter throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Andrianov on the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rossiter bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rossiter misses with a hook.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Rossiter.
Rossiter throws a counter combo.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rossiter uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rossiter looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rossiter cracks Andrianov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Andrianov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rossiter misses with the combination.
Andrianov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Rossiter misses with a head kick.
No joy there for Andrianov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rossiter throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov wants to clinch
and Rossiter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rossiter connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.
Andrianov wants to clinch up but Rossiter keeps it at a distance.
Andrianov cracks a nice hook into Rossiter's ribs.
Rossiter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Rossiter misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Rossiter throws out a counter right but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
Nice jab there from Andrianov.
Rossiter takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Andrianov clobbers Rossiter with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Andrianov throws a nice looking combination but Rossiter bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A little jabbing left from Rossiter on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Andrianov misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rossiter counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Andrianov takes the fight into the clinch.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Andrianov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rossiter can do to turn this around?
Rossiter swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Andrianov can't break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rossiter working aggressively here.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rossiter backwards.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
I was talking to Andrianov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov.
Rossiter lands a shot to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short left from Rossiter.
Andrianov tries to work over Rossiter's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Rossiter lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andrianov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right from Andrianov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Rossiter tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Rossiter back against the cage.
Rossiter working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rossiter tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Andrianov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rossiter misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rossiter misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Rossiter swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rossiter tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rossiter backwards.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Nice body punch from Andrianov - that landed with a thud.
Rossiter can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Andrianov gets through Rossiter's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch. #T3#
Rossiter throws a low kick but Andrianov moves out of range easily.
Andrianov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rossiter avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Rossiter takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
As Andrianov backs off Rossiter throws a huge counter combo but Andrianov manages to avoid it all.
Andrianov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rossiters jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rossiter dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Andrianov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Andrianov takes one to the chin there.
Rossiter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Andrianov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Rossiter.
Rossiter moves into range and connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Rossiter momentarily. #T4#
Rossiter takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.
Andrianov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rossiter ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Rossiter slips the punch.#CL#
Andrianov moves into the clinch successfully.
Andrianov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Rossiter up against the cage.
Andrianov lands with a left to the head.
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov pressing his opponent against the cage.
Rossiter misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rossiter.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Rossiter's head but Rossiter sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rossiter looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rossiter.
Jab by Andrianov.
Rossiter avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
A little jabbing left from Rossiter on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Rossiter dodges the punch combination from Andrianov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrianov backing away here, and Rossiter unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Rossiter tries a head kick but it misses.
Andrianov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rossiter can pounce on him.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Rossiter walks into a jab.
Rossiter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rossiter swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Andrianov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rossiter moves away.
Rossiter looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rossiter throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Andrianov takes a swing at Rossiter's ribcage but misses.
A shot to the body from Andrianov misses
and Rossiter counters with a left to the body. #T2#
Andrianov lands with a straight right. Rossiter didn't see that one coming.
Rossiter looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov jabs Rossiter to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ivan Andrianov is winning the standup battle so far.
Andrianov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Rossiter is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Andrianov.
Rossiter misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Andrianov to counter with a crisp jab.
Rossiter moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Rossiter throws a big counter head kick but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
Rossiter loads up on a big right hand but Andrianov slips the punch.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov tries to clinch up
and Rossiter counters with a two punch combo.
Nice cross by Andrianov.#T3#
Rossiter throws a right hand that Andrianov ducks under and follows up with a left that Andrianov also avoids with ease.
Rossiter has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rossiter throws out a leg kick but Andrianov moves out of range and Rossiter only half commits.
Rossiter blocks a jab.
Rossiter ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with the left hand. Rossiter knows he should have avoided that one.
Andrianov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rossiter's head.
Andrianov scores with a jab. Rossiter acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rossiter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rossiter throws a counter combo.
Andrianov avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rossiter moves away.
Rossiter unleashes a big counter combination but Andrianov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Andrianov with a nice cross.
Rossiter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Andrianov scores with a jab to the jaw.
Andrianov bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rossiter's head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rossiter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Rossiter lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Andrianov lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rossiter takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Andrianov misses with a combination
and Rossiter counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
Andrianov lunges at Rossiter with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rossiter's hand.
Andrianov lands with an overhand left.
Rossiter walks into a stiff left hand from Andrianov.
Kai Rossiter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Andrianov 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: SMASH: Delsarte vs Kapisi
Date: Jul 03, 2021

#R1#
A shot to the body from Andrianov misses
and Murphy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Murphy.
A little jabbing left from Andrianov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Andrianov tries to keep at a distance but Murphy has taken the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Andrianov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Murphy doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Murphy digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Murphy lands with a light punch inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov is trying to maintain a safe position but Murphy gets an underhook and turns Andrianov into the cage.
Andrianov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Murphy seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Andrianov can turn it around.#T1#
Murphy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andrianovs head.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov is trying to stall.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Murphy misses with a body punch.
Murphy tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Murphy tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murphy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andrianov lands with a light punch inside.
Murphy can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Murphy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Murphy blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Andrianov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Murphy misses with a punch on the inside.
Murphy gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Murphy avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage. #T2#
Murphy can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov looking to stall.
Andrianov gets through Murphy's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Murphy.
A body shot lands from Murphy.
Murphy digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch.
Andrianov swings for the body but Murphy moves out of range.
Murphy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Murphy.
Murphy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jab, jab by Murphy - just one landing.
Murphy connects with a nice looking jab.
Murphy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Andrianov.#T3##CL#
Murphy rushes Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short left from Andrianov.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov lands a nice shot to the body.
Andrianov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Murphy really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Andrianov is leaning against Murphy and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Murphy working aggressively here.
Murphy blocks a body shot from Andrianov.
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Murphy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murphy misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
Murphy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Good body shot from Murphy.
A left hand lands to the body for Andrianov.
Murphy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy lands with a right to the head. #BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andrianov looks to throw the jab but Murphy is out of range.
Murphy is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Murphy connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Murphy tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it.
Andrianov swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Murphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mick Murphy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Andrianov misses with the combination.
Murphy lands an overhand right.
Andrianov lands a nice looking body shot.
Murphy misses with a hook.
Murphy loads up on a big right hand but Andrianov slips the punch.
Murphy is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL#
Murphy drives through and clinches with Andrianov against the cage.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Murphy fails to land.
Mick Murphy has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Murphy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Murphy.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov throws the left hand but Murphy avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov swings for the body but Murphy moves out of range.
Andrianov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Murphy back to the cage. Andrianov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T1##CL#
Murphy closes the distance and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy.
Andrianov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
The referee calls for Andrianov to work.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Murphy.
Murphy misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov is trying to force a seperation but Murphy has the dominant position.
Andrianov is working Murphy over against the cage.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Murphy. #BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A big left from Murphy misses.
Murphy connects with a single shot there.
Murphy lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Murphy misses with a hook. Andrianov ducked under it nicely.
Murphy fails with an attempt to clinch.
Andrianov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Murphy circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Andrianov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Murphy thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Murphy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Andrianov counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Murphy thinking.
Murphy slips under a jab.#CL2#
Andrianov clinches.
Murphy lands a body punch.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Murphy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Murphy is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Andrianov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Murphy. Murphy obviously looking to wear him down.
Murphy defending well as Andrianov loads up on a big left hand.
Murphy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but Murphy moved out of range nicely.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murphy.
Murphy swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T3##CL#
Murphy rushes Andrianov and presses him up against the cage.
Andrianov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Murphy misses with a body punch.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murphy's elbow.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Murphy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianov digs a good body shot into Murphy's ribs.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murphy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Murphy saw that one coming.
Murphy misses with a leg kick.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Murphy avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Andrianov drives through and clinches with Murphy against the cage.
Murphy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Andrianov is looking to control Murphy's arms but Murphy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Andrianov has his back to the cage. #T4#
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Murphy.
Murphy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov lands a hook that snaps the head of Murphy backwards.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Murphy.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch.
Murphy tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
Murphy throws a quick inside leg kick.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Murphy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murphy throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Andrianov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Andrianov misses with a jab to the body
and Murphy counters with a stiff right hand.
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 Mick Murphy will probably get the nod.
That's time! Murphy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Murphy scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Andrianov is looking to clinch.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murphy.
Murphy is looking to clinch but Andrianov is avoiding it.
Mick Murphy is winning the standup battle so far.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Murphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murphy scores with the left hand. Andrianov knows he should have avoided that one.
Andrianov is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Murphy.
Murphy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Murphy lands a jab to the head.
Murphy rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Murphy connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.
Murphy wants to clinch up but Andrianov keeps it at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Andrianov now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Murphy cracks Andrianov with an open hand slap.#T1#
Murphy misses with a straight left. #CL#
Murphy closes the distance and clinches.
Andrianov trying to stall but Murphy improves his position.
A nice left hand lands by Murphy.
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Murphy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
Murphy misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Murphy on the inside.
Andrianov trying to control the position but instead, Murphy has worked for underhooks and has pushed Andrianov into the cage.
Murphy blocks a body shot from Andrianov. #T2##BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Murphy bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Andrianov's head backwards.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Murphy.
Murphy tries to clinch up but Andrianov circles away and keeps his distance.
Murphy slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Murphy slips a jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but Murphy moved out of range nicely.
Andrianov misses with a hook. Murphy ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Murphy tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andrianov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Andrianov digs a good body shot into Murphy's ribs.
Murphy is looking to clinch.
Murphy fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Murphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Murphy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Murphy connects with a single shot there.
Murphy scores with a nice right hand.
Murphy jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T3#
Murphy missing with a left hand there. Andrianov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andrianov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Andrianov misses with a left hand
and Murphy counters with a straight right hand.
Murphy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Andrianov can do to turn this around?
Murphy scores with a leg kick.
Andrianov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murphy.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Murphy tries to clinch up
and Andrianov counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murphy.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Andrianov lands with a shot to the body.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Murphy counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Murphy staying out of range there.#T4#
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Murphy was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Andrianov.
Andrianov cracks Murphy with a good jab.
Murphy wants to clinch up but Andrianov keeps it at a distance.
Murphy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Murphy circles away quickly and effectively.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murphy swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Murphy moves away and avoids it.
Murphy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Murphy jabs at Andrianov's body.
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Murphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov throws a jab when Murphy was well out of range.
Andrianov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Murphy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mick Murphy clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Andrianov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Murphy is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrianov keeps the fight on the outside.
Andrianov takes one on the button.
Andrianov misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Andrianov instigates a clinch.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murphy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov lands a body shot in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murphy.
Murphy lands a body shot in the clinch.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Murphy lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Murphy misses with some punches.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Murphy can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Andrianov tries to stall but Murphy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Murphy lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Murphy scores with a nice hook to the head.
Murphy misses with some punches.
Murphy misses with some punches.
Andrianov is looking to break free of the clinch but Murphy has double underhooks.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Andrianov looking to slow down the pace here.
A head punch on the inside from Murphy fails to land.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov is trying to force a seperation but Murphy has the dominant position.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Murphy.
Murphy lands a right hand. #T2#
A short uppercut from Andrianov.
A short right from Andrianov.
Andrianov trying to stall but Murphy improves his position.
A nice left hand lands by Murphy.
Murphy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Murphy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murphy digs a right hand underneath Andrianov's ribcage. Andrianov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Murphy works on Andrianov's body with a couple of short punches.
Andrianov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Murphy lands a shoulder strike.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Murphy.
Murphy lands a body punch.
Murphy misses with a hook to the ribs.
Murphy makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Murphy.
A head punch on the inside from Murphy fails to land.
Murphy prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Murphy swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T3#
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Murphy creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Murphy throws a head punch that misses.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
A body shot lands from Murphy.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Murphy lands a right hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
A short right from Murphy.
Andrianov works on Murphy's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Murphy.
Murphy throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Andrianovs head.
A short body shot lands from Murphy as the two fighters clinch.
Murphy lands with a light punch inside.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov blocking some punches. #T4#
Andrianov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov takes a shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov is looking to break free of the clinch but Murphy has double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Murphy swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Murphy scores with a nice hook to the head.
Murphy lands a shot to the body.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short uppercut from Andrianov.
A short left from Andrianov.
Andrianov taking a breather.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Murphy has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mick Murphy had his way with Ivan Andrianov in that round.
That's time! 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.#R5#
Andrianov misses with a hook
and Murphy counters with a nice body shot.
Murphy throws a looping overhand right but Andrianov ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Murphy counters with a nice uppercut.
A shot to the body from Andrianov misses
and Murphy counters with a stiff right hand.
Murphy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
A little feinted left hand from Murphy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Murphy avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
It looked like Murphy wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Murphy bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Murphy just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Murphy moves into the clinch successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy misses with a hook from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Murphy.
Murphy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Murphy swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov misses with a body punch. #T1#
Murphy misses with the head strike.
Murphy misses with the head strike.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Murphy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Murphy's elbow.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Murphy throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Murphy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Murphy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Murphy fails to land.
A nice left hand lands by Murphy.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Murphy. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Murphy swings for the body but Andrianov moves out of range.
A combination from Andrianov does no damage. #T2#
Murphy throws out a loose jab but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murphy lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Murphy throws the left hand but Andrianov avoids the punch easily.
Murphy loads up on a big right hand but Andrianov slips the punch.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Murphy is looking to counter punch.
Murphy misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov lands a glancing blow to the side of Murphy's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov looks to clinch
and Murphy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Murphy throws a lazy right hand but Andrianov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mick Murphy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Murphy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murphy looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An attempted straight right counter from Murphy misses the target.
Murphy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Murphy lands with a right hand.
Andrianov throws an off balance right hand
enabling Murphy to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Murphy lands a nice hook to Andrianov's body. Andrianov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Murphy throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
It seemed like Andrianov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Murphy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Murphy swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Andrianov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Andrianov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Andrianov misses with a jab to the body
and Murphy counters with a straight right hand.
Murphy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Andrianov lands with a hook. Murphy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Murphy slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Murphy connects with a single shot there.
A slow jab from Murphy misses its intended target.
Murphy dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Murphy stuns Andrianov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Andrianov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
Andrianov staying out of range there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice uppercut there from Murphy.
Andrianov walks into a jab.
Andrianov looks to throw the jab but Murphy is out of range.
Murphy swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Murphy.
Andrianov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov wants to clinch but Murphy slips to the side
and Murphy counters with a straight right hand.
Murphy staying out of range there.
Murphy scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Murphy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A solid leg kick lands there for Murphy.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
letting Murphy counter with a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mick Murphy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Murphy 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 50:45
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 50:45
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mick Murphy!
Mick Murphy retains his welterweight title!
After winning the bout, Mick Murphy thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: C43: Orochi vs. James
Date: Jun 13, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Dead.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Dead.
Dead slips a jab and a cross from Andrianov.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Dead with a nice calf kick.
Andrianov misses with a series of wild punches.
Dead takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dead's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Dead duly obliges.
Dead throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Andrianov.
Dead avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Dead now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Dead takes one on the chin but seems OK.
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!
Andrianov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dead.
Dead misses with a body shot.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.#T1#
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Dead ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Dead! But no joy.
Andrianov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Andrianov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Andrianov throws a right hand that Dead ducks under and follows up with a left that Dead also avoids with ease.
A shot to the liver by Andrianov. Beautiful body shot.
Dead plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
Andrianov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Dead.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Andrianov is looking to clinch but Dead is avoiding it.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Dead saw that one coming.
Dead misses with a body shot.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dead throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov lands the left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dead misses with a wild body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dead.#T2#
Dead slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Andrianov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Andrianov throws a right and a left that Dead avoids nicely.
Dead lands a jab-cross combination.
Good standup being displayed there by Dead as he connects with a hook.
Andrianov takes one to the side of the head.
Dead tries to bum rush Andrianov with a series of wild strikes but Andrianov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Andrianov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov scores with a body shot.
Andrianov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dead moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dead raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Dead is just out of range.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dead was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Dead fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Dead fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Andrianov manages to avoid it.
Andrianov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Dead counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Dead digs a good hook to Andrianov's body.
Dead throws a lazy head kick
letting Andrianov counter with a right hand.
Andrianov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dead looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A punch combination from Dead misses.
Andrianov throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Dead to counter with a crisp jab.
Dead slips a jab from Andrianov.
Dead keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Dead uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Andrianov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Dead moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Dead throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Dead moves away and avoids it.
Dead takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Dead misses with a two punch combination.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Dead moves out of range.
Andrianov punishes Dead's body with a nice straight punch.
Dead throws a lazy right hand but Andrianov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dead throws a sloppy body shot
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Dead is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Andrianov.
Dead misses with a series of wild punches.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Dead lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Dead will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nice uppercut lands for Dead. That snapped Andrianov's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Evil Dead will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nice straight punches there by Andrianov. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Andrianov.
Evil Dead seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dead avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Dead slips under a jab.
Dead is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sloppy strikes from Dead. Those never looked like landing.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov looks to throw the jab but Dead is out of range.
Jab, jab by Dead - just one landing.
Evil Dead is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Dead lands with a slapping head kick.
Dead throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Andrianov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Andrianov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dead lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Dead has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Dead backwards. #T1#
Andrianov gets through Dead's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#Dead is rocked!
Dead blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dead is still on wobbly legs! Can Andrianov finish him?
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Dead.
Dead blocking some punches.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Dead.
Dead seems to have recovered his senses.#BC2#
Dead pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Andrianov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dead misses with a head kick.
Dead takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dead blocks a jab.
Dead staying out of range there.
Dead steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Dead.
Andrianov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dead throws out a loose jab but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
It looked like Andrianov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dead.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dead has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dead there as he acknowledges the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Dead misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Andrianov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2##CL#
Andrianov clinches.
Dead lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Andrianov misses with a double jab
and Dead counters with a one-two to the body. #CUT2#Ivan Andrianov's cut is getting worse.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Dead.
Dead throws a right and a left that both miss.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Dead throws a fast counter high kick but Andrianov manages to duck under it in time.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Dead cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dead slips a jab from Andrianov.
Dead throws a head kick but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov clobbers Dead with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dead looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Dead does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dead lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #T3#
Andrianov throws a jab when Dead was well out of range.
Dead with a nice cross.
Dead needs to keep his hands up - Andrianov had a free shot at his head there.
Dead doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dead scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dead manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dead gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Andrianov gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Dead is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Andrianov!

Event: C38: Yaj vs. Marinov
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1#
Andrianov looks to land a right hand but Cash moved out of range.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Andrianov works Cash's body with a nice hook.
Andrianov throws the left hand but Cash avoids the punch easily.
It looked like Cash was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Cash.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Cash takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Andrianov cracks a nice hook into Cash's ribs.
Andrianov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Cash is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Cash looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Andrianov jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Andrianov swinging wildly here.
A clash of legs there as Andrianov blocks the low kick.
Cash has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Lions Den in the buildup to the fight.
A low kick from Cash is predictable there
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cash tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Cash.
Andrianov thuds his right hand into Cash's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
Andrianov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Cash changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Andrianov tries to avoid it but Cash manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Andrianov to the ground. Andrianov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Andrianov lands the left hand.
A left lands for Cash.
Cash throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Andrianov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov misses with a straight left.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Cash is breathing heavily.
Andrianov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Cash uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Cash attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1-2. Andrianov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Andrianov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Cash's hands.#ROC2#Cash is rocked!
Cash walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Andrianov! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ivan Andrianov!

Event: C31: Chlen vs. Sonni
Date: Apr 18, 2021

#R1#
Cane digs a good body shot into Andrianov's ribs.
Andrianov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cane ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Cane moves away from the strike by Andrianov.
Cane let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Andrianov scores with a jab. Cane acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Cane throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cane ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Cane goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Cane throws a half hearted mid kick.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Cane was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Cane does a little dance to reset his feet.
Andrianov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Andrianov looks to throw the jab but Cane is out of range.
Cane throws a right and a left that both miss.
Andrianov is looking to counter the offense by Cane and move into the clinch.
Cane lands a jab to Andrianov's midsection.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cane avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Cane lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Cane wants to clinch.
Andrianov digs a good body shot into Cane's ribs.#T1#
Andrianov throws an overhand right that lands on Cane's shoulder, as Cane tries to avoid the shot.
Cane slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Cane replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Andrianov blocks it well.
Andrianov connects with a right hand. Cane shakes it off.
Andrianov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Cane ducks down to avoid it.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1-2. Andrianov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cane uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Nice jab there from Cane.
Cane tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Andrianov is able to avoid easily.
Darnell Cane seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Cane.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Cane looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Andrianov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cane backwards.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Cane.
Andrianov lands with a short shot to the head.
Cane's coach down at Alpha Brasil was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Cane's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
Cane tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it. #T2#
A short right from Andrianov on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cane misses with the head strike.
Cane stalling against the cage.
Cane tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cane gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov lands a hook that snaps the head of Cane backwards.
Andrianov lands a nice shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Cane stalling against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cane backwards.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Cane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cane swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Cane blocking some punches.
Cane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stalling in the clinch from Cane.
Andrianov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cane backwards.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Cane.
Cane controlling the action here for a moment.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Cane prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cane tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Cane back against the cage.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Canes head.
Cane is trying to maintain a safe position but Andrianov gets an underhook and turns Cane into the cage.#BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice shot by Cane.#CL#
Andrianov moves into range and clinches up with Cane.#T4#
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cane's elbow. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov defending well as Cane loads up on a big left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A combination from Andrianov does no damage.
Andrianov connects with the punch.
Cane lands an overhand right.
Cane throws the left hand but Andrianov avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cane misses the shot to the body.
Andrianov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cane.
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Cane does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cane moves away from the strike by Andrianov.
Cane walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Andrianov cracks Cane with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cane takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov misses with a jab, cross combination.
A little jabbing left from Cane on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Andrianov moves into the clinch.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Cane avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov'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 nice combination there by Andrianov.
Cane keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cane moves away.
Andrianov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Andrianov blocks a head kick by Cane.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Andrianov checks a leg kick.
Cane just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cane looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Andrianov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cane works Andrianov's body with a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov misses with a looping left.#CL#
Andrianov closes the distance and pushes Cane back into the cage.
Come on Andrianov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Cane struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut. #T1#
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Cane.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cane.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A body shot lands from Andrianov.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Andrianov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov lands an uppercut.
Ivan Andrianov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Cane misses with a body punch.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Cane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Cane.
Andrianov controlling the action here for a moment.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #T2#
Andrianov tries a body shot but Cane blocks it.
Cane is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Cane.
Andrianov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cane backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cane.
Andrianov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Cane fails to land.
Cane looking to slow down the pace here.
Cane is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Cane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cane can do to turn this around?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Cane trying to control the position but instead, Andrianov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Cane into the cage.
Cane has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov. #T3#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Andrianov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cane works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cane has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Cane tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Cane struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Cane lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Cane's head.
Cane lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Cane stalling in the clinch but Andrianov improves position.
Cane leaning his opponent against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov. #T4#
Andrianov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Andrianov has Cane pushed against the cage.
Cane tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
Andrianov looking to stall.
Cane blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Andrianov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Andrianov - that landed with a thud.
Andrianov lands with a short shot to the head.
Cane blocking some punches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Cane fails to land.
Cane swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Cane finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Cane bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Andrianov's head backwards.#CL#
Andrianov closes the distance and pushes Cane back into the cage.
Cane lands a body shot.
Cane struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov gets through Cane's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Canes head.
Cane tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
Cane struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Cane blocking some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov is stalling here.
Cane is trying to stall.
Cane misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T1#
Cane blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cane is trying to maintain a safe position but Andrianov gets an underhook and turns Cane into the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Cane can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Andrianov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Andrianov effectively controlling the action here.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Cane's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Cane misses with a body punch.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Cane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cane working aggressively here. #T2#
Cane wants to stall. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Andrianov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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!
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cane can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Andrianov taking a breather.
Cane misses with the head strike.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Cane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Cane.
A shot in the inside from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Cane.
Darnell Cane has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cane.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cane goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov lands a nice uppercut.
Cane lands a hook that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov lands a nice uppercut.
Cane tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Andrianov.#CUT#It looks like Darnell Cane has been cut.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Cane tries to clinch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Cane saw that one coming.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Cane moves out of range. #KD#
Andrianov cracks Cane with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Cane looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Andrianov finish him? #ROC#Cane is rocked!
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!
Cane throws a sloppy body shot
and Andrianov counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ivan Andrianov!

Event: C21: Maestre vs. Bellafontaine
Date: Mar 12, 2021

#R1#
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Rai moves out of range.
Good exchange - Rai coming out on top.
Rai throws a nice inside leg kick.
Andrianov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov keeps the fight on the outside.
Rai goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Rai moves out of range.
Rai fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Andrianov.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Rai.
Andrianov blocks a jab.
Rai lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rai throws the left hand but Andrianov avoids the punch easily.
Rai throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rai with a nice cross.
Rai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Rai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Rai throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Andrianov on the side of the head.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Rai.#T1#
Rai throws the kick towards the body but Andrianov avoids it.
Andrianov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CL#
Andrianov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rai, pushing him back against the cage.
Andrianov can't find room to land a body shot as Rai controls the action.
Andrianov holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice jab there from Rai.
A shot to the body from Andrianov misses
and Rai counters with a one-two to the body.
A big left from Rai misses.
Andrianov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rai throws a sloppy head kick
and Andrianov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rai.
Andrianov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rai throws a push kick but Andrianov slaps the foot to one side.
Andrianov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Rai counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rai takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Rai throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rai.
Rai throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL2#
Andrianov gets tackled into the cage by Rai. Rai maintains the clinch.
Rai lands a left hand.
A nice left hand lands by Andrianov.
Rai can't break the clinch.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Rai tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rai backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Rai fails to land.
Rai gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov is stalling here.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rai misses with some punches. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rai avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Rai is trying to counter with his kicks.
Rai uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.#T3#
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rai works the jab nicely.
Rai looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rai.
Andrianov lands with an overhand left.
Rai avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rai tries to clinch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov moves out of range of the strikes.
Rai throws a good cross that connects.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Rai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Rai throws a front kick that sends Andrianov stumbling back into the cage.
Andrianov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rai. #T4#
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Rai saw that one coming.
Rai misses with a lunging right hand
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rai lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rai staying out of range there.
Rai fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rai blocks a jab.
Andrianov with a jab.
Rai scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rai misses with a low kick.
Andrianov showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rai. #CL#
Andrianov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rai, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC2#
Rai breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rai connects with a nice looking jab.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Rai.
Andrianov lands with a straight right. Rai didn't see that one coming.
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 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#
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Rai's head but Rai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Rai counters with a good low kick that Andrianov was not able to check.
Andrianov cracks Rai with a good jab.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Rai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rai lands an overhand right.
Rai takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rai tries to clinch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and Rai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rai.
Andrianov throws the left hand but Rai avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rai works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov throws a body punch but Rai moves out of range.
Rai feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Andrianovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rai tries a head kick but it misses.
Rai takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL2#
Rai pushes Andrianov up against the cage in a clinch.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Rai lands with a light punch inside.
Rai misses with some punches.
Rai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Rai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Rai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andrianov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Zenzo Rai seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Andrianov can't break the clinch.
Rai has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Rai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rai has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body.
Andrianov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rai backwards.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Rai is keeping busy.
Rai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Stalling in the clinch from Andrianov.
Rai has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov wants to stall.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rai. #BC2#
Rai escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rai takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Andrianov connects with a nice looking jab.
Jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Rai sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zenzo Rai seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A head kick from Rai lands but Andrianov takes it in his stride.
Rai lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rai looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Rai explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.#T3#
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rai.
Rai bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rai looks for the body kick but Andrianov saw that one coming.
Rai slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Rai takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Rai ducks down to avoid it.
Rai misses with a looping left.
Sloppy strikes from Andrianov. Those never looked like landing.
Rai 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.
Rai defending well as Andrianov loads up on a big left hand.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Andrianov slips a jab from Rai.
It looked like Andrianov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rai looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Rai throws out a loose jab but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Rai. #T4#
Rai keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Andrianov looks to land a combination but Rai avoids it well.
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Rai throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Andrianov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov fails to land with a series of punches.
Rai lands with a thumping leg kick.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Rai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
A solid leg kick lands there for Rai.
Rai throws a leg kick
and Andrianov counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Andrianov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Andrianov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#BC2#
Rai's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rai lands with an uppercut that bounces Andrianov off the cage and back into range.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Zenzo Rai will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Andrianov slips under a jab from Rai.
A little feinted left hand from Andrianov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rai. Andrianov shrugs it off though.
Rai throws a jab but it's blocked by Andrianov. #CL#
Rai tries to keep at a distance but Andrianov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Rai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rai.
Rai tries to break free but Andrianov pushes him back against the cage.
Andrianov lands an uppercut.
Rai misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rai throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Andrianov has Rai pushed against the cage.
Rai misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Rai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Rai makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Rai avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Rai blocks a jab.
Andrianov scores with a body shot.
Rai throws a leg kick
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A looping hook to the body misses from Andrianov. Rai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rai swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rai throws a body kick that misses.
Andrianov throws a combination that misses
and Rai counters with a good, hard body kick but Andrianov shrugs it off.
Andrianov misses with a straight right.
Rai slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Andrianov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Rai slips a straight right by Andrianov.
No joy there for Rai, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rai goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Andrianov takes one on the button.
Rai connects with a high kick.
Andrianov throws a series of punches but Rai moves out of range.
Rai throws a head kick that Andrianov semi-blocks.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Rai moves out of range.
Rai circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rai misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rai misses with a looping left.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Andrianov lands with a nice body punch.
Andrianov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #T3#
Rai misses with a hook
and Rai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Rai slips the punch.
Both fighters circling a little - Rai finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Rai scores with a jab.
Rai takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Andrianov moves out of range as Rai throws a body kick.
Andrianov thuds a left hand into Rai's body.#CL#
Andrianov takes the fight into the clinch.
Rai throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Rai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Andrianov.
Rai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Rai.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rai swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Rai misses with a body punch. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Andrianov.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rai misses with a hook to the ribs.
A right hand to the body from Andrianov.
Rai digs a right hand into Andrianov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Andrianov's gas tank. #BC2#
Rai breaks from the clinch.
Rai tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
Rai lands a jab to the head.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rai, as that shot connected.
Rai lands a nice looking kick to the body. Andrianov takes a step back to recover.
Rai is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Andrianov throws a shot from downtown. Rai moves away and avoids it.
Andrianov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rai lands with a kick to the ribs.
Rai misses with an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Zenzo Rai.
I've got Rai 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Zenzo Rai!
Zenzo Rai decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: PANDA 78
Date: Jan 24, 2021

#R1#
Rahman walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Andrianov swats away the attempt to clinch by Rahman.
Andrianov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Andrianov looks to score with a jab to the body but Rahman is just out of range.
Rahman tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Rahman closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Rahman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov connects with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Abdul Rahman has been cut.
Rahman connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Andrianov momentarily. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov throws a jab when Rahman was well out of range.#CL#
Andrianov has Rahman up against the cage in a clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rahman creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rahman misses with a right hand
and Rahman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rahman cracks Andrianov with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rahman takes one on the chin but seems OK. #CL2#
Rahman pushes Andrianov up against the cage in a clinch.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Rahman. #T1#
A short right from Rahman.
Andrianov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rahman backwards.
Rahman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rahman tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rahman.
Rahman misses with a body punch.
Rahman throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Rahman blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Rahman as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov working hard to break the clinch.
Rahman has Andrianov pressed against the cage, preventing Andrianov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rahman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rahman is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rahman misses with a punch to the body.
Rahman misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov trying to control the position but instead, Rahman has worked for underhooks and has pushed Andrianov into the cage.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Rahman.
Andrianov stalls.
Andrianov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rahman has him pressed against the cage.
A short right from Rahman on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rahman struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov just leaning against Rahman, taking a breather. #T3#
Rahman misses with the head strike.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Rahman blocks a jab.
Good shot there by Andrianov.
Andrianov swats away the attempt to clinch by Rahman.
Rahman takes one to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Rahman keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rahman tries to clinch but Andrianov is having none of it.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Rahman moves out of range.
Rahman tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rahman slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rahman, as that shot connected.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. #T4#
Rahman takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rahman lands with an uppercut that bounces Andrianov off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Rahman rushes Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Andrianov.
Rahman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov is trying to break the clinch but Rahman has him pressed against the cage.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Rahman working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rahman misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Andrianov as the two fighters clinch.
Andrianov pushes Rahman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov stalling.
Rahman cracks Andrianov with a nice body shot.
Rahman fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rahman lands a body punch in the clinch.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
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 Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Rahman swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Rahman fails to land with a series of punches.
Andrianov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Andrianov throws a jab when Rahman was well out of range.#CL2#
Rahman forces Andrianov back against the cage and clinches.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov.
Rahman working aggressively here.
Andrianov is looking to break free of the clinch but Rahman has double underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rahman.
Rahman misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Rahman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Andrianov breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Rahman clinches.
Andrianov blocks a body shot from Rahman.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov trying to stall but Rahman improves his position. #T1#
Rahman lands with a short shot to the head.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rahman swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A body shot lands from Rahman.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Andrianov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rahman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rahman has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov. #BC2#
Rahman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Rahman gets tackled into the cage by Andrianov. Andrianov maintains the clinch.
Andrianov lands a nice uppercut.
Rahman blocking some punches.
Abdul Rahman seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rahman crunches a lovely knee into Andrianov's ribcage.
Rahman blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
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!
Rahman misses with some punches.
Rahman lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andrianov tries a body shot but Rahman blocks it.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Rahman avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Rahman misses with a punch on the inside.
Rahman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rahman misses with the head strike.
Rahman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Andrianov avoids it.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rahman lands a hook that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
Andrianov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rahman has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
A short uppercut from Rahman. #T3#
Rahman trying to land knees to the body.
Rahman scores with a shoulder strike.
Andrianov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rahman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch.
Rahman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Rahman keeps the fight on the outside.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rahman lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov pushes Rahman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rahman lands with a short shot to the head.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Rahman throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rahman throws a head punch that misses.
A hook to the body from Rahman.
Rahman lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rahman lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andrianov tries to break the clinch but Rahman is controlling the position.
Rahman works on Andrianov's body with a couple of short punches.
Andrianov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rahman tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rahman can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
A short right from Rahman.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Andrianov prevents a body shot from Rahman. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rahman scores with a jab. Andrianov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rahman scores with a jab. Andrianov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rahman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdul Rahman showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
Rahman wants to counter the offense by Andrianov and move into the clinch position.
Nice body punch from Andrianov.
Rahman tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rahman is looking to clinch.
Rahman lands an overhand right.#CL2#
Andrianov gets tackled into the cage by Rahman. Rahman maintains the clinch.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rahman swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rahman lands with a light punch inside.
Rahman misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rahman trying to land knees to the body.
Rahman lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Rahman lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Rahman has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Rahman gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Rahman scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rahman tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rahman's elbow.
Andrianov tries to circle away but Rahman has him pinned against the cage.
Rahman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rahman can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Rahman misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rahman has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Rahman can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action. #T2#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
A short right from Rahman.
Rahman lands a right hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards. #BC#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Andrianov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rahman.
Andrianov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Rahman darts in and clinches Andrianov up against the cage.
Rahman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov taking a breather.
Rahman has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Rahman gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rahman blocking some punches.
Rahman's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rahman jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Andrianov walks away with a smile on his face. Rahman gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Rahman fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
Rahman jabs Andrianov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rahman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Rahman clinches.
Rahman swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Rahman is looking for a takedown.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rahman misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Rahman lands a right hand.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Rahman obliges.
Rahman lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rahman blocks an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rahman unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Andrianov scores with a nice hook to the head.#BC2#
Rahman manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Rahman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andrianov. #CL2#
Rahman closes the distance and pushes Andrianov back into the cage.
Rahman misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rahman misses with some punches.
Andrianov tries to break free but Rahman pushes him back against the cage.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov tries to work over Rahman's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Rahman.
Rahman lands a right hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rahman.
Rahman scores with a shot to the side of Andrianov's head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Abdul Rahman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rahman 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abdul Rahman!

Event: PANDA 65
Date: Dec 27, 2020

#R1#
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov throws a big shot that misses.
Andrianov 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.
Hamman jabs at Andrianov's body.#CL#
Hamman clinches.
Hamman with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Andrianov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Hamman connects with a knee to the head.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Andrianov clinches with his opponent.
Hamman throws a knee to the head but misses.
I was talking to Hamman's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hamman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Andrianov avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hamman trying to land knees to the body. #T1#
Hamman misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Andrianov.
Andrianov is trying to break the clinch but Hamman has him pressed against the cage.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Hamman.
Hamman lands a knee to the body. #BC#
Hamman's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Hamman has Andrianov up against the cage in a clinch.
Andrianov managing to block the knees to the body from Hamman.
Hamman misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Andrianov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Andrianov.
Hamman looking to throw knees to the head but Andrianov is blocking nicely.
Hamman scores a nice knee to the body.
Hamman with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Hamman with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Hamman makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Hamman clinches with his opponent.
Hamman tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Hamman back against the cage.
Hamman looking for a takedown.
Hamman missing with knees to the body.
Andrianov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Hamman tries to land a knee to the head but Andrianov blocks with his arms.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hook to the body lands for Hamman.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hamman with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Andrianov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
Nice body punch from Andrianov - that landed with a thud.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hamman tries a body shot but Andrianov blocks it.
A knee to the head by Hamman. #T3#
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Hamman.
Hamman prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianov avoiding damage as Hamman throws knees to the body.
Andrianov can't break the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Hamman.
Andrianov is trying to break the clinch but Hamman is controlling him.
Andrianov is trying to force a seperation but Hamman has the dominant position.
A right hook to the body lands for Andrianov.
Hamman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hamman swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Andrianov stalling the fight.
Hamman using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Andrianov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Hamman blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hamman prevents a body shot from Andrianov. #T4#
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Hamman controls his hands.
Hamman tries to break the clinch but Andrianov is controlling the position.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov is pushing Hamman up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Hamman.
Hamman tries to land knees in the clinch but Andrianov avoids the damage to the body.
Hamman blocking some punches.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but Hamman improves position.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body. #BC#
Hamman pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hamman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the body
and Hamman counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Andrianov scores with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Didi Hamman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov'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#
Hamman misses the shot to the body.
Hamman works over Andrianov's head and body with a nice combination.
Andrianov lands with a straight right. Hamman didn't see that one coming.
Andrianov scores with a body shot.
Andrianov misses with a combination
and Hamman counters with a nice body shot.
Hamman slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Hamman swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hamman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Andrianov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hamman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hamman was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a nice looking combination but Hamman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Andrianov scores with a jab to the head.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T1#
Andrianov checks a leg kick.
Hamman tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Andrianov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hamman takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Hamman is looking to wear down Andrianov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hamman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Andrianov throws out the jab.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut
and Hamman counters with a right hand to the body.
Andrianov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Hamman drives through and clinches with Andrianov against the cage.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov lands a nice uppercut.
Andrianov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters up against the cage, Hamman throws an elbow but misses. #T2#
Andrianov managing to block the knees to the body from Hamman.
Andrianov is trying to push Hamman away but Hamman has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A short right from Andrianov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Hamman.
Hamman throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Andrianov blocks it with crossed arms.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Andrianov.
Hamman misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Andrianov.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Andrianov.
Andrianov blocks an elbow strike from Hamman.
A left hand lands to the body for Andrianov.
Hamman misses with a knee strike.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Didi Hamman has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hamman prevents a body shot from Andrianov.
Hamman lands with a left to the head.
Andrianov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Hamman. #T3#
Hamman tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD#
Hamman works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hamman stops Andrianov from standing up.
Andrianov keeping moving, preventing Hamman from controlling successfully.
Hamman is standing up over Andrianov. Andrianov looks to escape but Hamman dives into side control.
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet.
Hamman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Andrianov keeps working.
Andrianov manages to work his way to half guard, despite Hamman's best efforts.
Andrianov is looking to control Hamman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Andrianov avoid being mounted?#T4#
Hamman wants to take a breather but Andrianov is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hamman is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hamman missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Andrianov is looking to escape.
Andrianov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Andrianov.
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet but Hamman passes into half guard.
Andrianov is looking to escape.
Hamman wants to control but Andrianov is keeping him busy.
Andrianov is trying to stand.
Andrianov is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hamman lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Hamman has closed the distance and engaged Andrianov in a clinch.
Hamman lands with a right to the head.
Hamman misses with a knee to the head.
Hamman lands with a short punch from the clinch. #BC2#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch.
Hamman tries to clinch up but Andrianov circles away and keeps his distance.
Hamman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hamman takes a swing at Andrianov's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov throws an overhand right that lands on Hamman's shoulder, as Hamman tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hamman misses with a low kick as Andrianov jumps back.
Andrianov cracks Hamman with an open hand slap.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
A jab from Andrianov finds it's way through Hamman's defenses. #T1#
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
and Hamman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Hamman counters with a left to the body.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov lunges at Hamman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hamman's hand.
Hamman misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Andrianov counters by moving into the clinch.
Andrianov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Hamman seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Andrianov can turn it around.
Hamman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Andrianov avoids it.
Hamman tries to land a knee to the head but Andrianov blocks with his arms.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Hamman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hamman is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Hamman misses with a knee strike.
Andrianov lands with a short shot to the head.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Hamman controls his hands.
Hamman blocking some punches.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Hamman controls his hands. #T2#
Hamman struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Hamman missing with knees to the body.
Andrianov pushes Hamman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hamman with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov misses the body punch
and Hamman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Andrianov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Andrianov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Hamman throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Andrianov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andrianov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Hamman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Hamman slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Andrianov misses with a straight right. #CL#
Hamman gets a clinch. #BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andrianov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Hamman.
Andrianov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A jab from Andrianov misses.
Hamman digs a good body shot into Andrianov's ribs.
Andrianov looks to land a left hand but Hamman moved out of range nicely.
Andrianov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Andrianov lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Hamman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Hamman tries to clinch but Andrianov moves out of range.
Andrianov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Hamman counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andrianov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hamman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Hamman.
Hamman misses with a shot to the body
and Andrianov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Hamman is rocked!
Andrianov fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Hamman to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Hamman looks to clinch but Andrianov throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Hamman taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Ivan Andrianov!

Event: PANDA 56
Date: Dec 07, 2020

#R1#
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Andrianov checks a leg kick nicely.
Andrianov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Kennedy throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Andrianov's head.#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Andrianov moves out of range of the leg kick from Kennedy.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov misses the body punch
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov slips a jab and a cross from Kennedy.
Andrianov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Andrianov throws a looping overhand right but Kennedy ducks down to avoid it.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Andrianov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kennedy.
Kennedy looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kennedy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Andrianov digs a good body shot into Kennedy's ribs.#CL#
Kennedy gets tackled into the cage by Andrianov. Andrianov maintains the clinch.
I was talking to Andrianov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
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!
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Andrianov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Andrianov tries to work over Kennedy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kennedy trying to stall but Andrianov improves his position.
Andrianov avoiding damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Kennedy fails to pull guard.
We've been informed that Kennedy 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.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to break the clinch but Andrianov is controlling the position.
Andrianov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kennedy fails to pull guard.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Andrianov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but Andrianov has him pressed against the cage.#T2#
Kennedy's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Andrianov is looking to control Kennedy's arms but Kennedy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Andrianov has his back to the cage.
Kennedy stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Andrianov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Andrianov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kennedy's hands.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy ducks right into an uppercut from Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Andrianov takes a swing at Kennedy's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov misses with a looping right.
Kennedy throws out a counter right but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
Kennedy looks to score with a jab to the body but Andrianov is just out of range.
Andrianov throwing a counter right hand but Kennedy manages to avoid it.
Kennedy misses with a body kick.#T3#
Andrianov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kennedy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Andrianov.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kennedy counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kennedy tries for a takedown but Andrianov manages to get underhooks.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Andrianov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Andrianov pushes Kennedy back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Andrianov to keep the fight standing.
Kennedy blocks a body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
Andrianov misses with some punches.
Kennedy trying to control the position but instead, Andrianov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kennedy into the cage.#BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL2#
Kennedy takes the fight into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Kennedy saw that one coming.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kennedy moves away.
Andrianov connects with a looping right hand.
Kennedy throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Andrianov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kennedy scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Andrianov misses with a jab to the body
enabling Kennedy to counter with a crisp jab.
Andrianov connects with a right hand. Kennedy shakes it off.
Nice body kick from Kennedy.
Andrianov lands a body shot.
Andrianov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kennedy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Andrianov counters with a straight right hand.
Andrianov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kennedy can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Kennedy takes the fight into the clinch.
Kennedy jumps guard but Andrianov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Kennedy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kennedy attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kennedy slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Kennedy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kennedy looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov jabs at Kennedy's body.#T1#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kennedy!
Andrianov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The fight stays on the outside here - Andrianov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Andrianov tries to clinch up
and Kennedy counters with a stiff right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Andrianov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Andrianov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kennedy.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The crowd cheers as Kennedy lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Kennedy misses with a kick to the body.
Kennedy thows a leg kick but Andrianov checks it
and Andrianov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kennedy connects with an inside leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Andrianov lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kennedy backs up against the cage. #T2#
Andrianov tries to clinch but Kennedy is having none of it.
Andrianov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Andrianov scores with the left hand. Kennedy knows he should have avoided that one.
Kennedy throws a sloppy head kick and Andrianov moves out of range easily.
Andrianov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kennedy doesn't seem bothered though.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kennedy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut.
Kennedy dips to his left and cracks Andrianov with an uppercut!
Kennedy has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CL#
Andrianov has Kennedy up against the cage in a clinch.
Kennedy with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ivan Andrianov has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3#
Andrianov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The referee is keeping an eye on Andrianov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Andrianov misses with the head strike.
Kennedy wants to get back to striking at distance but Andrianov won't allow it. #TD2#
Kennedy has picked Andrianov up - he's going for a ride! Kennedy dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Kennedy is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#ES#
Andrianov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kennedy is on him like a limpet, forcing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kennedy is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Andrianov lands with a light punch inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kennedy taking a breather.
Nice body punch from Andrianov. #BC2#
Kennedy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
letting Kennedy counter with a right hand.
Kennedy throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Andrianov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Kennedy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Andrianov. #CL2#
Kennedy clinches up with Andrianov and pushes him back against the cage.
Andrianov leaning his opponent against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kennedy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Andrianov to keep the fight standing.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.
Andrianov leaning against his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Andrianov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
That's time! Andrianov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Andrianov doesn't manage to clinch there - Kennedy circles away.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Kennedy moves out of range.
Andrianov tries to clinch up.
Andrianov getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Andrianov keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL#
Andrianov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kennedy is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Andrianov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Kennedy avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov is struggling to control the position.
Kennedy jumps guard but Andrianov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Andrianov. #T1#
Andrianov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov.
Kennedy tries to land knees in the clinch but Andrianov avoids the damage to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kennedy.
Kennedy tries to land a knee to the head but Andrianov blocks with his arms.
Kennedy blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
A hook to the body from Andrianov.
Andrianov taking a breather.
Come on Kennedy - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kennedy tries to score a body lock takedown but Andrianov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Steven Kennedy.#T2#
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Kennedy's head.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Kennedy jumps guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SU#
Andrianov gets to his feet. Kennedy looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Kennedy swats away the attempt to clinch by Andrianov.
Kennedy is looking to chop away at Andrianov's legs.
Andrianov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Andrianov misses with a right hand
and Kennedy counters with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Kennedy closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Andrianov's guard.
Kennedy stops Andrianov from standing up.
Kennedy trying to control but Andrianov is working from the bottom. #T3#
Kennedy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kennedy stops Andrianov from standing up.
Kennedy wants to control from the top but Andrianov keeps moving.
Andrianov is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kennedy trying to control but Andrianov is working from the bottom.
Kennedy postures up in Andrianov's guard and throws a big left but Andrianov blocks it.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Andrianov lands a jab to the head.
Kennedy uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
It seemed like Kennedy was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Andrianov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Andrianov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kennedy on the side of the head.
Ivan Andrianov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kennedy.
Kennedy ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Kennedy throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov lunges at Kennedy with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kennedy's hand.
Andrianov scores with a jab. Kennedy acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A cross from Andrianov lands.
Kennedy looks for the body kick but Andrianov saw that one coming.
Kennedy moves forwards but Andrianov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kennedy throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kennedy tries to clinch but Andrianov is having none of it.
A jab lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kennedy pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Steven Kennedy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andrianov lands a lovely overhand right.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Andrianov, 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 Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ivan Andrianov!

Event: PANDA 43
Date: Nov 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dudley tries to move into range but Andrianov moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Andrianov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Andrianov connects with a nice looking jab. #CUT#It looks like Damian Dudley has been cut.#CL#
Andrianov closes the distance and clinches.
Dudley comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT2#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Dudley lands with a short shot to the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Dudley told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Dudley tries to break the clinch but Andrianov is controlling the position.
A right hook to the body lands for Dudley.
Dudley lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dudley. #BC2#
Dudley breaks from the clinch.
Andrianov circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dudley throws a shot from downtown. Andrianov moves away and avoids it.
Dudley gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dudley avoids a punch combination nicely.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dudley counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov misses with a hook.
Dudley tries to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Dudley counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body. Dudley takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dudley ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dudley counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dudley moves away.
Andrianov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Dudley scores with a nice head shot.
Andrianov looks to clinch
and Dudley counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Dudley has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dudley there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dudley uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Andrianov.
Dudley steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Andrianov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dudley uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
Andrianov takes a swing at Dudley's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov throws an overhand right that lands on Dudley's shoulder, as Dudley tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Andrianov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL2#
and Dudley counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Andrianov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Dudley counters with a straight right hand.
Dudley connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Dudley slips a straight right by Andrianov.
Dudley fails to land with a series of punches.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dudley counters with a nice uppercut.
Andrianov dodges the punch combination from Dudley.
Andrianov throwing a counter right hand but Dudley manages to avoid it.
Andrianov throws a lazy uppercut #CL2#
and Dudley counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Dudley lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dudley gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#BC2#
Dudley breaks the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Andrianov misses the target. #T3#
Dudley ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Dudley counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses with a left hand
and Dudley counters with a stiff right hand.
Andrianov's corner calls for a 1-2. Andrianov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Dudley has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dudley there as he acknowledges the shot.
Andrianov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Andrianov lands a jab to the nose.
Dudley slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Dudley wants to counter the offense by Andrianov and move into the clinch position.#KD#
Andrianov lands a left and a right that send Dudley crashing to the mat, dazed. Andrianov thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Dudley is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dudley misses with an uppercut
and Andrianov counters with a right hand to the body.
Dudley is still on wobbly legs! Can Andrianov finish him?
Andrianov circles away before darting back in with a big straight right hand. It connects beautifully and sends Dudley tumbling to the canvas! He's out cold! Andrianov wins by KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ivan Andrianov!

Event: PANDA 29
Date: Oct 09, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Chelios has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The House Of Pain in the buildup to the fight.
Chelios chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Chelios tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Andrianov swivels and escapes.
Andrianov scores with the left hand. Chelios knows he should have avoided that one.
Chelios takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Andrianov throws a right hand that Chelios ducks under and follows up with a left that Chelios also avoids with ease.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Andrianov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A short uppercut from Chelios.
Andrianov is trying to maintain a safe position but Chelios gets an underhook and turns Andrianov into the cage.
Andrianov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Chelios backwards.
Chelios lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Chelios lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Andrianov or not.
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Chelios misses with the head strike.
Andrianov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Chelios pushes Andrianov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chelios misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Andrianov swings wildly with an uppercut but Chelios uses good head movement to avoid it.
Chelios goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chelios throws a head punch that misses.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov stalling the fight.
Chelios lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Andrianov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Chelios presses Andrianov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Andrianov stalling the fight.
Chelios misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Chelios works Andrianov's body with a nice hook.#T2#
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov fails to land with a series of punches.
Andrianov throws the left hand but Chelios avoids the punch easily.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Chelios misses the target.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
A shot to the liver by Chelios. Beautiful body shot.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Chelios moves out of range.
Nice takedown defense from Andrianov. No joy for Chelios on that attempt.
Chelios scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Andrianov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Andrianov misses with a wild combination.
Chelios throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Andrianov cracks Chelios with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Chelios tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Chelios.
Chelios uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
A big left from Andrianov misses.
Chelios is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Andrianov.
Andrianov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chelios. #T3#
Chelios gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Andrianov throws a jab when Chelios was well out of range.
Chelios appears to be looking for a big counter.
Chelios pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Chelios throws the left hand but Andrianov avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Chelios forces Andrianov back against the cage and clinches.
Chelios misses with a hook to the ribs.
Chelios struggles to land a body shot inside as Andrianov controls his hands.
Andrianov looking to stall.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Andrianov fails to land.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Chelios has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Chelios. #TD#
Chelios gets control of Andrianov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Chelios will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Chelios had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Andrianov defends it easily.#SU2#
Andrianov gets to his feet. Chelios looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T4#
Andrianov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Chelios throws a nice inside leg kick.
Chelios looks to land a left hand but Andrianov moved out of range nicely.
Chelios is looking to clinch.
Andrianov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Chelios swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Andrianov connects with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chelios looks to land a body kick but Andrianov moved away.
Andrianov misses with a body shot.
Chelios misses with a straight right.
Chelios uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Andrianov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Andrianov swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chelios moves into range and connects with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Ivan Andrianov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Chelios lands a nice hook to Andrianov's body. Andrianov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Chelios scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Andrianov doesn't seem bothered though.
Andrianov staying out of range there.
Andrianov looks to throw the jab but Chelios is out of range.
It looked like Chelios wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Chelios bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chelios tries to close the distance and clinch up but Andrianov swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Chelios throws a chopping leg kick but Andrianov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Chelios is looking to clinch.
Chelios walks into a jab.
Chelios thows a left - swing and a miss!
Chelios is looking to wear down Andrianov with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Chelios moves out of range.
Andrianov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andrianov misses with a two punch combination.
Chelios half committed to a counter leg kick.
Andrianov cracks a nice hook into Chelios's ribs.
A shot to the liver by Chelios. Beautiful body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chelios shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Chelios swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T1#
Andrianov slips under a jab from Chelios.
Andrianov misses with a lunging right hand
and Chelios counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Andrianov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chelios counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Chelios uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Andrianov.
It looked like Chelios was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Andrianov.
Nice uppercut there from Chelios.
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Andrianov 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.
Andrianov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Andrianov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Andrianov swings widly with a right hand
and Chelios counters with a leg kick.
Chelios avoids the body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov connects with a right hand. Chelios shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Chelios throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov misses the jab.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Chelios tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away. #T2#
Chelios moves into range and connects with a jab.
Chelios just misses with a punch to the body.
Andrianov lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Chelios at a distance.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Chelios was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Chelios on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Chelios takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Chelios lands with a good body shot.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Chelios tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away.
Andrianov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Chelios attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Andrianov takes one to the chin there.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chelios counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Andrianov throws a lazy right hand but Chelios sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Chelios thuds his right hand into Andrianov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Andrianov tries to clinch but Chelios is having none of it.
Chelios connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.
Andrianov slips under a jab.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut.
Chelios shoots in looking for a takedown but Andrianov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Chelios's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Andrianov swings for the body but Chelios moves out of range.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Andrianov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Chelios lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Andrianov swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL#
Chelios takes the fight into the clinch.
Chelios throws a head punch that misses.
Chelios blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Andrianov manages to break the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Chelios doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T4#
Chelios tries to clinch up but Andrianov circles away and keeps his distance.
Chelios throws a hook but Andrianov blocks it.
Chelios ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Chelios connects with an inside leg kick.
Chelios just misses with a punch to the body.
Chelios keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Chelios changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Andrianov tries to avoid it but Chelios manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Andrianov to the ground. Andrianov escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Chelios swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Andrianov.
A jab lands there for Chelios.
Chelios swings widly with a right hand
and Andrianov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chelios misses with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Chelios slips under a jab from Andrianov.#CL#
Chelios moves into the clinch.
Andrianov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Chelios misses with a punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jensen Chelios dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ivan Andrianov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Andrianov just misses with a punch to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Chelios misses its target.
Chelios lands with a cross.
Chelios throws a right and a left that both miss.
Chelios gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Chelios keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chelios has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Andrianov finds it's way round the side to connect with Chelios's head.
Chelios on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Chelios ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Andrianov takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Chelios throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Andrianov misses the jab.#CL#
Chelios has managed to clinch.
Chelios swings wildly with an uppercut but Andrianov uses good head movement to avoid it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Andrianov pushes Chelios back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Chelios blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov tries to break the clinch but Chelios is controlling the position. #T1#
Chelios misses with the head strike.
Chelios lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Andrianov or not.
Chelios misses with a punch on the inside.
Chelios can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Chelios tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Chelios fails to land.
Chelios blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Jensen Chelios has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Andrianov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Chelios.
Andrianov lands a left hand.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov lands with a right to the head.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch. #T2#
Chelios has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Andrianov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Good body shot from Chelios.
Andrianov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Chelios lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andrianov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Chelios is working for takedown but Andrianov is calmly controlling the position for now.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Chelios misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
A shot in the inside from Chelios.
Chelios lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Chelios gets through Andrianov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Andrianov. #T3#
Chelios prevents a body shot from Andrianov. #BC2#
Andrianov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Chelios lands a glancing blow to the side of Andrianov's head.
Chelios scores with a decent looking hook.
Andrianov tries to clinch up
and Chelios counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Chelios moves away.
Chelios drops down looking for a counter takedown but Andrianov sprawls and moves away.
Donk. Andrianov catches Chelios right on the button with a cross.
Chelios cracks Andrianov with a good jab.
Chelios pivots, looking for a leg kick but Andrianov is out of range and Chelios settles back down.
Andrianov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
Chelios takes the fight into the clinch.
Andrianov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T4#
Chelios lands a body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Chelios.
Andrianov tries to work over Chelios's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Chelios.
Chelios misses with a short punch on the inside.
Chelios lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Andrianov.
A left hand lands to the body for Chelios.
A body shot lands from Chelios.
A right hand to the body from Chelios.
Chelios lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Chelios lands a nice uppercut.
Andrianov takes a shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Chelios.
Chelios lands with a short shot to the head.
A short uppercut from Chelios.
Chelios misses with some punches.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jensen Chelios showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chelios 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... 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.

Event: PANDA 18
Date: Sep 08, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Snitch throws a series of punches but Andrianov avoids them all with ease.
Snitch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Andrianov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Snitch to counter with a crisp jab.
A swing and a miss from Snitch.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.#TD2#
Snitch drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Snitch happy to just control the position for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
You can see the frustration on Andrianov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Snitch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Snitch in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Andrianov is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Andrianov is looking for a sweep.
Andrianov is letting Snitch control him for a moment.
Snitch working away.#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.
Snitch happy to just control the position for now.
Andrianov dodges the ground and pound from Snitch.
Andrianov trying to remain calm as Snitch controls from the top position.
Let's hope that Snitch has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A left lands for Snitch.
Snitch tries to score a power double leg takedown but Andrianov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Snitch somewhat.#T3#
Snitch moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Snitch changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Andrianov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Andrianov slips under a jab from Snitch.
Snitch scores with a nice head shot.
Andrianov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Snitch was well out of range. Poor timing from Andrianov.#CL2#
Snitch closes the distance and clinches.
I was talking to Andrianov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Snitch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Snitch blocks an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Andrianov has Snitch pressed against the cage.
Snitch is trying to stall.
Andrianov struggles to land a body shot inside as Snitch controls his hands. #T4#
Snitch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Snitch lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Snitch slowing the pace effectively.
Snitch displaying some good clinch control by pressing Andrianov up against the cage.
Snitch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Snitch holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Snitch avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Snitch dominated that round.
That's time! Andrianov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Snitch has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Andrianov finds it's way round the side to connect with Snitch's head.
A big right from Andrianov misses.
Snitch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Snitch tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#TD2#
Snitch drives through with a takedown into Andrianov's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Snitch won't allow Andrianov to get back to his feet.
Andrianov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Andrianov trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #ES#
Andrianov is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Snitch presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Snitch tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Andrianov gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Snitch.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Snitch's head.
Snitch wants to take the fight to the mat but Andrianov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1#
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Snitch just misses with a elbow thrown towards Andrianov's brow.
Andrianov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Andrianov throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Ivan Andrianov is winning the standup battle so far.
Snitch moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Snitch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And Snitch tries to counter it with a takedown but Andrianov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Andrianov takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Andrianov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Snitch finds it's way round the side to connect with Andrianov's head.
Snitch fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Snitch scores with a nice head shot.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Snitch slips a jab from Andrianov.
Snitch missing with a left hand there. Andrianov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Snitch shoots in and gets a takedown into Andrianov's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Andrianov wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Andrianov keeping full guard, as Snitch tries to pass.
Snitch 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.
Snitch postures up.
Andrianov wants to sweep but no luck.
Andrianov is looking to sweep but instead, Snitch has passed into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Snitch lands a nice short elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Snitch stops Andrianov from getting back to his feet.
Snitch seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Andrianov is trying to stand up here but Snitch is controlling him well. #T3#
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Andrianov wants to get back to full guard.
Snitch moves nicely into side control.
Snitch just content to control the position.
Andrianov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Snitch works his way into side control.
Andrianov is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Snitch controls the position from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Snitch trying to control the action but Andrianov is working from the bottom.
Jon Snitch has got the better of the ground game so far.
Andrianov gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Andrianov is looking to get to half guard.
Andrianov wants to control but Snitch is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jon Snitch will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Andrianov lands a slapping body shot.
Snitch moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Snitch misses with a series of wild punches.
Andrianov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Snitch.
Snitch cracks Andrianov with an open hand slap.
Snitch misses with a takedown attempt #CL#
and Andrianov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Snitch blocking some punches.
Snitch stalling.
Snitch is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snitch drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Andrianov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Snitch or not. #T1#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Andrianov as Snitch tries to tie him up.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Andrianov tries to circle away but Snitch has him pinned against the cage.
Snitch changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Andrianov fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ivan Andrianov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Snitch.
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Snitch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Snitch.
Snitch takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Snitch shoots in but no luck this time.
Snitch scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Snitch misses with a lunging right hand
and Andrianov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
Snitch moves into range and clinches up with Andrianov.
Snitch stalling against the cage.
Andrianov throws a punch but it's blocked by Snitch.
Jon Snitch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Andrianov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Snitch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Snitch is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Andrianov is defending well.
A short right from Andrianov on the inside.
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!
Snitch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov slows down the pace here.
Andrianov is struggling to control the position.#T3#
Andrianov stalling the fight.
Snitch looking to stall. #TD2#
Snitch has clasped his hands together around Andrianov's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Andrianov tries to buck Snitch off but Snitch is having none of it.
Andrianov is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Snitch taking a breather here. #T4#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Snitch.
Andrianov is not content to let Snitch control the position.
Andrianov pushes Snitch away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Snitch gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Snitch slows the pace down.
Andrianov is looking for a sweep.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ivan Andrianov showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Snitch 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jon Snitch!
A victorious Jon Snitch thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: RFC: Atunes vs. Swango 3
Date: Jun 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bonin misses with an uppercut
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the body
enabling Bonin to counter with a crisp jab.
Bonin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at House of 1000 Corpses in the buildup to the fight.
Andrianov throws a combination that misses
and Bonin makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Andrianov lands a really nice looking cross but Bonin seems unphased.
A cross from Andrianov lands.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Bonin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Andrianov throws a body punch but Bonin moves out of range.
Bonin moves away from the strike by Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a right hand that misses
and Bonin counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Andrianov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Andrianov throws a poor cross that misses
and Bonin makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bonin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Andrianov.
Andrianov appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Andrianov misses with a looping left.
Bonin swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bonin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Bonin.
Bonin tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bonin misses with a low kick. #T1#
Andrianov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CL2#
Andrianov darts in and clinches Bonin up against the cage.
Andrianov is leaning against Bonin and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short uppercut from Andrianov. #BC2#
Andrianov breaks from the clinch. #KD2#
Andrianov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Bonin sprawling to the canvas! Bonin rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Andrianov finish him?! #ROC2#Bonin is rocked!
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Andrianov avoids the body shot from Bonin.
Oh Bonin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Andrianov lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Bonin falls backwards - clearly groggy! Andrianov dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ivan Andrianov!

Event: RFC: Maluga vs. Conor 2
Date: May 09, 2020

#R1#
Andrianov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Marcin Cutlas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cutlas moves out of range of the strikes.
Cutlas looks to throw the jab but Andrianov is out of range. #CL2#
Cutlas gets a clinch.
We've been informed that Cutlas 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.
Cutlas digs a right hand into Andrianov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Andrianov's gas tank. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Andrianov missing with a left hand there. Cutlas was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cutlas slips a jab and a cross from Andrianov.
Cutlas throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cutlas sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cutlas.
Cutlas keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a body shot but no joy.
Andrianov throws a hook but Cutlas blocks it.
Cutlas cracks Andrianov with an open hand slap.
Andrianov scores with a punch to the head.
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!
Cutlas sizes up Andrianov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Cutlas steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Andrianov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cutlas.
Andrianov keeps the fight on the outside.
Andrianov avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1#
A slow jab from Cutlas misses its intended target.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL2#
Cutlas clinches up against the cage.
Cutlas lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cutlas has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Andrianov is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Andrianov working aggressively here.
Cutlas has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cutlas lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Andrianov tries to throw a body punch but Cutlas avoids it by throwing Andrianov back against the cage.
Andrianov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cutlas.
Cutlas blocks an uppercut.
Andrianov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Andrianov is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Cutlas using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Andrianov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Cutlas misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cutlas tries to work over Andrianov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov scores with a shot to the side of Cutlas's head. #T2#
Cutlas tries to throw a body punch but Andrianov avoids it by throwing Cutlas back against the cage.
Cutlas working aggressively here.
Andrianov has a couple of punches blocked by Cutlas.
Andrianov tries to work over Cutlas's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Andrianov can't find room to land a body shot as Cutlas controls the action.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cutlas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Andrianov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Cutlas.
Andrianov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cutlas working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
I was talking to Andrianov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Andrianov lands a nice uppercut.
Cutlas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body.
Cutlas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cutlas misses with a punch on the inside.
Cutlas misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Andrianov on the inside.
Cutlas throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Cutlas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Andrianov lands a hook that snaps the head of Cutlas backwards.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but Cutlas improves position.
Cutlas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov is trying to break the clinch but Cutlas is controlling him.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cutlas lands with a short shot to the head.
A bit of stalling here from Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike.
Cutlas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Andrianov's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cutlas creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cutlas has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Cutlas lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Andrianov misses with a body punch.
Cutlas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cutlas.
Cutlas lands a nice shot to the body. #T4#
Cutlas scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cutlas.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Andrianov.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but Cutlas improves position.
Cutlas scores with a shoulder strike.
Cutlas misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cutlas misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cutlas creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short left from Cutlas.
Cutlas jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Andrianov walks away with a smile on his face. Cutlas gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Good shot there by Andrianov.
Andrianov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cutlas.
Andrianov has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cutlas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
Andrianov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Marcin Cutlas 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#
Cutlas lands a jab to the head.
Cutlas ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Andrianov moves away.
A big right from Cutlas misses.
Andrianov lands with a good body shot.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A decent looking cross lands there for Andrianov.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cutlas moves away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cutlas looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cutlas throws a jab when Andrianov was well out of range.
Ivan Andrianov is winning the standup battle so far.
Andrianov takes a swing at Cutlas's ribcage but misses.
Andrianov 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.
Andrianov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Cutlas scores with a nice head shot.
Andrianov is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Cutlas moves into the clinch successfully.
Marcin Cutlas seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Cutlas lands a body punch in the clinch.
Andrianov blocks an uppercut.
Cutlas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Andrianov is looking to control Cutlas's arms but Cutlas gets an underhook and turns him. Now Andrianov has his back to the cage.
Andrianov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Cutlas or not.
Andrianov scores with a shoulder strike.
Andrianov stalls.
Cutlas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cutlas up against the cage.
A short left from Cutlas.
Cutlas misses with the head strike.
Andrianov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good body shot from Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a right hand.
Cutlas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Andrianov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cutlas defending well as Andrianov loads up on a big left hand.
Cutlas connects with a right hand. Andrianov shakes it off.#CL#
Cutlas tries to keep at a distance but Andrianov has taken the fight into the clinch.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andrianov digs a right hand into Cutlas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Cutlas's gas tank.
Cutlas fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cutlas lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Andrianov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Andrianov is trying to break free.
Cutlas throws a head punch that misses.
Cutlas lands with a short shot to the head.
Cutlas misses with some punches.
Cutlas lands a left hand that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards.
Andrianov misses with a punch on the inside.
Cutlas is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Cutlas is leaning against Andrianov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Andrianov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cutlas blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch but Cutlas improves position.
Andrianov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Andrianov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Andrianov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cutlas lands a shot to the body.
A shot in the inside from Cutlas.
Andrianov stalling in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cutlas.
Cutlas letting Andrianov take a breather here.
Cutlas lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Andrianov.
Cutlas lands with a left to the head.
Cutlas tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cutlas can't find room to land a body shot as Andrianov controls the action.
Andrianov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
Cutlas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Cutlas lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cutlas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Andrianov backwards. #BC#
Andrianov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cutlas uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Andrianov.
Cutlas scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cutlas misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov is looking to counter punch.
Andrianov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cutlas connects with a good right hand that stumbles Andrianov. Andrianov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Cutlas swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Andrianov.
Cutlas slips under a jab from Andrianov.
Cutlas let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Andrianov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cutlas is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Cutlas takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Andrianov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Cutlas 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Cutlas's jab looks to have found its range, popping Andrianov under the eye.
Andrianov ducks under a wild hook from Cutlas.
Cutlas scores with a hook.
A jab lands there for Cutlas.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The crowd cheers as Cutlas lands an impressive looking overhand right. Andrianov doesn't seem phased though.
Cutlas moves out of range as Andrianov strikes.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Cutlas clinches with his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Marcin Cutlas 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! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Andrianov scores with a body shot.
Andrianov tries to clinch but Cutlas is having none of it.
Andrianov misses the shot to the body.
Cutlas lands with a good body shot.
Andrianov darts in trying to clinch
and Cutlas counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Andrianov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cutlas manages to avoid it.
Andrianov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Andrianov misses with an uppercut. Cutlas saw that one coming.
Cutlas tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Andrianov was well out of range. Poor timing from Cutlas.
Nice straight punches there by Cutlas. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Cutlas.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cutlas throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Andrianov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cutlas moves into range and connects with a jab.
Cutlas takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Andrianov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cutlas moves away.
A nice side step and Cutlas releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Andrianov swings for the body but Cutlas moves out of range.
Cutlas swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Andrianov on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Cutlas punishes Andrianov's body with a nice straight punch.
Andrianov misses with a hook. Cutlas ducked under it nicely.
Cutlas misses with a left hand
and Andrianov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cutlas avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cutlas tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
The fighters circling - Andrianov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cutlas swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Andrianov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cutlas.
Andrianov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Cutlas tries to clinch there but Andrianov circles away. #TD2#
Cutlas changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Andrianov looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Cutlas scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Andrianov to see if he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cutlas lands an elbow.
Andrianov is looking to get back to his feet here but Cutlas is keeping cool and he's managed to take Andrianov's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Andrianov is trying to break free.
Well, with Cutlas on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Andrianov is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#T2#
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet.
Cutlas looking to soften up his opponent with punches.
Andrianov can't escape the position.
Cutlas lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Andrianov hold on?!
Cutlas has Andrianov flattened out and is raining down punches.
Andrianov is in bad spot here.
Andrianov grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Cutlas has good solid back control here. #T3#
Cutlas lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Andrianov is trying to stand back up.
Cutlas connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Andrianov to escape the position.
Andrianov can't escape the position.
Cutlas is landing with strikes. Andrianov can't take much more of this.
Cutlas connects with a big shot to the side of Andrianov's head.
Cutlas is looking to control Andrianov but Andrianov is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T4#
Cutlas has Andrianov flattened out and is raining down punches.
Cutlas connects with a big shot to the side of Andrianov's head.
Andrianov is taking damage to the body and head.
Cutlas is looking to finish with some ground and pound!
Andrianov wants to escape the position.
Ivan Andrianov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Can Andrianov hold on?! Cutlas is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
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!
Cutlas lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Cutlas.
Cutlas gets his hands free as Andrianov looks to control.
Marcin Cutlas has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cutlas is landing with strikes from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
I would not like to be Andrianov right now.
Cutlas lands a shot to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Marcin Cutlas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Cutlas 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcin Cutlas!
Our winner, Marcin Cutlas, 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.

Event: WPFC 47 - Storm vs. Johnson
Date: Feb 08, 2020

#R1#
Snoozeman throws an off balance right hand
and Andrianov counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Marty Snoozeman has been cut.
Snoozeman misses with a looping left.
Andrianov throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Andrianov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov throws out a loose jab but Snoozeman uses good head movement to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Snoozeman! But no joy.
Snoozeman scores with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Snoozeman.
A big right from Snoozeman misses.
Andrianov throws a hook to the side of Snoozeman's head but Snoozeman sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Snoozeman slips a straight right by Andrianov.
A swing and a miss from Andrianov.
Ivan Andrianov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Andrianov misses its intended target.
We've been told by Andrianov's head coaches at St Petersburg MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Snoozeman throws an overhand right that lands on Andrianov's shoulder, as Andrianov tries to avoid the shot.
Snoozeman swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Snoozeman takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Andrianov misses with a wild body shot.
Andrianov slips a straight right by Snoozeman.
An attempted straight right counter from Andrianov misses the target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Snoozeman lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Snoozeman ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.
Snoozeman throws an overhand right that lands on Andrianov's shoulder, as Andrianov tries to avoid the shot.
Snoozeman changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Andrianov loads up on a big right hand but Snoozeman slips the punch.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Snoozeman.
Andrianov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Snoozeman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Andrianov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Snoozeman throws out a counter right but Andrianov avoids it with no problem.
Andrianov moves away from the strike by Snoozeman.
Donk. Snoozeman catches Andrianov right on the button with a cross.
Ivan Andrianov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Snoozeman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Andrianov.
Andrianov cracks Snoozeman with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Snoozeman throws a big shot that misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for Snoozeman.
Snoozeman ducks under a wild hook from Andrianov.#TD2#
Andrianov tries to sprawl but Snoozeman drives through with a takedown into half guard.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Snoozeman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Snoozeman landing punches.
Andrianov is working to get back to half guard.
Snoozeman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Andrianov is looking to escape.
Snoozeman scoring with strikes but Andrianov is staying in there.
Andrianov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Andrianov has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Snoozeman's lack of action.
Andrianov wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Andrianov has a hand on Snoozeman's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Snoozeman takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Snoozeman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Snoozeman pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Snoozeman looking to control and managing it successfully.
Andrianov manages to control the position for a moment.
Snoozeman trying to control but Andrianov is having none of it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#T4#
Andrianov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Snoozeman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Andrianov really wants to buck Snoozeman off and get back to his feet.
Andrianov is squirming around, avoiding Snoozeman's attempts to control the action.
Snoozeman lands a big shot there that rocks Andrianov but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Andrianov bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB2#
Snoozeman is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Andrianov frees his head nicely. Oh but Snoozeman has switched to an armbar! Andrianov is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Marty Snoozeman!
Post fight, Marty Snoozeman stared into the camera and said 'Listen, I Fought This Fight Sitting At About 30%. Everybody Knows What I'm Capable Of. I Was 30% Right There And I Still Dominated A Tough So-Called Nonce'.

Event: WPFC 41 - Tiramanti vs. Storm
Date: Dec 28, 2019

#R1#
Hill is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A cross from Hill lands.#CUT#
It looks like Ivan Andrianov has been cut.#CL#
Hill darts in and clinches Andrianov up against the cage.
Andrianov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill.
Andrianov misses with a punch to the body.
A hook to the body from Andrianov.
Andrianov is stalling here.
Hill scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hill jumps guard but Andrianov stands there with Hill around his waist. Hill gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Hill is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Andrianov to keep the fight standing.
Andrianov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Andrianov effectively controlling the action here.
Hill definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Andrianov lands with a light punch inside.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hill working aggressively here.
Hill lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short left from Hill. #T1#
Hill working aggressively here.
Andrianov lands with a short shot to the head.
Hill tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Andrianov just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brady Hill. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hill throws a punch but it's blocked by Andrianov.
Hill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Andrianov scores with a hook to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill.
Andrianov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Hill tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Andrianov smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Andrianov drives through and clinches with Hill against the cage.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Andrianov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Andrianov leaning his opponent against the cage.
Andrianov misses with some punches. #T2#
Andrianov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hill backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Andrianov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hill.
Hill tries to pull guard but Andrianov won't allow it.
Hill has a couple of punches blocked by Andrianov.
Hill working aggressively here.
Hill tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Andrianov cracks Hill with a nice body shot.
Hill lands a nice uppercut.
Hill tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Andrianov smiles and moves away.
Andrianov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Andrianov lands the left hand.#KD2#
Andrianov cracks Hill with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Andrianov has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Hill to stand back up!#ROC2#
Hill is rocked!
Andrianov lands an uppercut, right on the button! Hill tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ivan Andrianov!
The defeated Brady Hill had this to say: 'Wolf Pack/Davey Mack should be ASHAMED of this matchup'.

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