Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: STRIKE! 11
Date: Apr 21, 2024

#R1#
Magomedov slips a straight right by Northrop.
Magomedov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#CUT#It looks like Russell Northrop has been cut.#KD#
Magomedov cracks Northrop with a left hand that drops him to the canvas, up against the ropes! Can Northrop get back up in time? 3, 4, 5, 6, 7... he's on one knee... 8, 9... he's up! 'Walk towards me' says the referee. Northrop looks steady enough to continue so we're going to continue!#ROC#Northrop is rocked!
Northrop misses with a leg kick.
Northrop is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Northrop tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Northrop seems to have recovered his senses.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Northrop misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Northrop manages to break the clinch.
A shot to the liver by Magomedov. Beautiful body shot.
Northrop looks winded!#CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Northrop.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov creates a bit of space and fires a knee right up the middle, almost lifting Northrop off his feet and sending him crashing to the canvas! Northrop is trying to get back to his feet but his equilibrium is completely gone! The referee has called it off! This fight is over! Magomedov is jumping up and down like a mad man, celebrating with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: STRIKE! 10
Date: Apr 13, 2024

#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Waldron is blocking nicely.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Waldron controls his hands.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov blocks the elbow strike.
Magomedov pushes Waldron back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Waldron gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Nikolai Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Waldron.
Waldron misses with the head strike.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Waldron uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Waldron blocking some punches.
Nice elbow from Waldron.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Waldron stalls.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow. #T1#
Waldron misses with a short punch on the inside.
Waldron 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.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Waldron gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Magomedov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Waldron lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Magomedov takes an elbow to the temple.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov working Waldron over with knees to the body.
Waldron is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
Waldron is trying to maintain a safe position but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns Waldron into the ropes.
Waldron tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Waldron or not.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Waldron is blocking nicely.
Magomedov crunches a lovely knee into Waldron's ribcage.
Waldron looks winded!
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T2#
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Waldron takes a shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Waldron throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Waldron blocks with his arms.
Magomedov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Waldron up against the ropes.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov working Waldron over with knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nikolai Magomedov's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Magomedov jabs Waldron to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Johnny Waldron seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Magomedov wants to stall.
Waldron misses with an elbow over the top.
Waldron misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Waldron with a nice body shot.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Waldron lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Waldron is breathing heavily.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedov's brow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Waldron's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Magomedov scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov pushes Waldron back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Waldron or not.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Waldron can do to turn this around?
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov. #T2##BC#
Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov 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.
Waldron fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Waldron.
A short left from Waldron.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov works on Waldron's body with a couple of short punches.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Magomedov has Waldron pushed against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short right from Magomedov.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Waldron lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3##CL#
Magomedov clinches up with Waldron and pushes him back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Waldron gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov working Waldron over with knees to the body.
Magomedov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Waldron's face.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Waldron takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Waldron is keeping busy.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Magomedov trying to stall but Waldron improves his position.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Waldron takes a knee to the side of the body.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Waldron looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Waldron tries to tie him up.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov is working Waldron over against the ropes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Waldrons head.
Magomedov is leaning against Waldron and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Waldron.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Waldron's ribcage. Waldron let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov cracks Waldron with a nice body shot.
Magomedov gets through Waldron's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov cracks Waldron with a nice body shot.
Magomedov presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov clearly takes that round.
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.#R4##CL#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Waldron, pushing him back against the ropes.
Waldron avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Waldron avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov working Waldron over with knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Waldron misses with a knee strike.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Waldron misses with a punch on the inside.
Waldron working aggressively here.
Waldron is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Waldron.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Waldron's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Waldron's gas tank. #T1#
Magomedov cracks Waldron with a nice body shot.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov taking a breather.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
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!
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it. #T2#
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Waldron lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Johnny Waldron's cut even more.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Waldron in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action. #BC#
Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Waldron's body. Waldron takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Magomedov lands with a shot to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Magomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov had his way with Johnny Waldron in that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5##CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Waldron.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Waldron is keeping busy.
Waldron misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to stall but Waldron uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Waldron swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Waldron in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Waldron is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov. #T1#
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedov's brow.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov gets through Waldron's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Waldron has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Magomedov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov pushes Waldron back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Johnny Waldron has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Waldron blocks with his arms.
Waldron with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Waldron.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron slows down the pace here.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov gets through Waldron's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Waldron misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov leaning against his opponent.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov is leaning against Waldron and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 50:43
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 50:43
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 50:43

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: STRIKE! 7
Date: Mar 24, 2024

#R1#
Mudo scores with a jab to the head. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mudo.
Mudo throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Mudo's ribcage. Mudo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Mudo backwards.
Mudo lands an elbow that stopped Magomedov in his tracks for a moment.
A short left from Magomedov.
Mudo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Mudo avoids it.
Magomedov leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Mudo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mudo is defending well for now.
Mudo creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Magomedov's defenses.
Mudo throws an elbow that misses.
Mudo struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov blocks the elbow strike.
Mudo has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mudo can turn it around.#T1#
Mudo throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch on the inside from Mudo fails to land.
Magomedov pushes Mudo back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Mudo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mudo lands a damaging elbow.
Magomedov just leaning against Mudo, taking a breather.
Magomedov pushes Mudo back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov presses Mudo against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Mudo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov cracks Mudo with a nice body shot.
Mudo looks winded!
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mudo.
Magomedov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T2#
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov is stalling here.
Mudo misses with the head strike.
Magomedov cracks Mudo with a nice body shot.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mudo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov avoiding damage.
Magomedov slows down the pace here.
Magomedov is working Mudo over against the ropes.
Magomedov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Mudo up against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Mudo's ribcage. Mudo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Mudo, pushing him back against the ropes.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Mudo misses with some punches.
Mudo working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov is controlling Mudo's neck. Magomedov unleashes a big knee up the middle! And another! Mudo goes down! Can he beat the count? 3,4,5,6... he's not going to make it! 9,10. It's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: H36 -FINAL BATTLE-
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1##KD#
Magomedov staggers De Lagardere with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! De Lagardere looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! Just in time and the ref is going to let the fight continue!#ROC#De Lagardere is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Henri De Lagardere has been cut.
De Lagardere misses with a body shot.
De Lagardere is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Magomedov cracks De Lagardere with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! De Lagardere is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and De Lagardere is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! De Lagardere could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: H32
Date: Dec 10, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ringnes .
Magomedov lands with a cross. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
Ringnes keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Magomedov throws a body punch but Ringnes moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ringnes ! But no joy.#CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
Ringnes managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Ringnes working aggressively here.
Magomedov leaning against his opponent.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
We've been informed that Ringnes 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.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Ringnes fails to land.
Magomedov pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Ringnes blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Ringnes makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ringnes or not.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Ringnes prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ringnes looks winded!
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Ringnes 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ringnes 's gas tank.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Ringnes 's head.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov with a knee to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Ringnes 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov working Ringnes over with knees to the body.#T2#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Ringnes blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
A short right from Ringnes on the inside.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Ringnes controls his hands.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Ringnes throws knees to the body.
Ringnes has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ringnes lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov is looking to control Ringnes 's arms but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes 's cut.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Ringnes misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ringnes avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Ringnes won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
Magomedov is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ringnes is breathing heavily.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ringnes s head.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ringnes can do to turn this around?
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov gets through Ringnes 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov works on Ringnes 's body with a couple of short punches.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov working Ringnes over with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Ringnes 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Ringnes up against the ropes.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov is leaning against Ringnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov is trying to maintain a safe position but Ringnes gets an underhook and turns Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ringnes blocks it with crossed arms.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Ringnes takes a knee right on the jaw!
Magomedov presses Ringnes against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov pushes Ringnes back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Arild Ringnes '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.#R3#
Ringnes misses the shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a jab-cross combination.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov connects with a quick right hand that sends Ringnes tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: H28
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
Schultz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good standup being displayed there by Schultz as he connects with a hook.
Schultz fails to land with a series of punches.
A big right from Schultz misses.
It looked like Magomedov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Schultz's ribs.
Schultz avoids the body shot from Magomedov.
Schultz unleashes a big counter combination but Magomedov bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Schultz lands a two punch combo.
Magomedov looks to land a left hand but Schultz moved out of range nicely.
Schultz throws a counter combo.
Schultz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Schultz.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magomedov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov lands a nice hook to Schultz's body. Schultz takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Magomedov fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Schultz throws an off balance right hand
and Magomedov counters with a straight right hand.
Schultz misses with a jab, cross combination.
Schultz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Schultz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and pushes Schultz back into the ropes.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Schultz avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Schultz misses with some punches.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Schultz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Schultz using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Schultz or not.
Schultz looks winded!
Schultz misses with an elbow strike. #T2#
Schultz throws a head punch that misses.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Schultz throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
A head punch on the inside from Schultz fails to land.
Schultz 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.
Schultz tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov is looking to control Schultz's arms but Schultz gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Schultz's ribcage. Schultz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Schultz or not.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hans Schultz is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Magomedov wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Magomedov is leaning against Schultz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Schultz.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov cracks Schultz with a nice body shot.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Schultz is breathing heavily.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov. #T1#
Schultz on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov with a knee to the head.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schultz can do to turn this around?
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Schultz or not.
A bit of stalling here from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Schultz.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Schultz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schultz's gas tank.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Schultz is keeping busy.
Magomedov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Schultz prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Schultz.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schultz's elbow.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Schultz avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov pushes Schultz back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Schultz has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Schultz controls the action.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Schultz lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Schultz.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov is stalling here.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Schultz moves out of range as Magomedov throws a body kick.
Magomedov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Magomedov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Magomedov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Schultz under the eye.
Schultz misses with a straight left.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Schultz is just out of range.
Magomedov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Magomedov is looking to wear down Schultz with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Magomedov lands a jab to the nose.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Schultz counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Schultz takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Schultz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov tries to work over Schultz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov cracks Schultz with a nice body shot.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov is working Schultz over against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov cracks Schultz with a nice body shot.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Magomedov pushes Schultz back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
Magomedov controlling the action here for a moment.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Schultz throws an elbow but misses. #T2#
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Schultz misses with an elbow strike.
Schultz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Schultz's ribcage. Schultz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A head punch on the inside from Schultz fails to land.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schultz's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov clearly takes that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4##CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Schultz lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Schultz creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Magomedov's defenses.
Schultz wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedov won't allow it.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike from Schultz.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov just leaning against Schultz, taking a breather.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Schultz controls the action.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Schultz looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Schultz is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Schultz throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov tries a body shot but Schultz blocks it.
Hans Schultz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Schultz tries a knee to the head but Magomedov blocks it.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Schultz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov cracks Schultz with a nice body shot.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
The referee calls for Magomedov to work.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schultzs head.
Schultz looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov tries to stall but Schultz uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A body shot lands from Magomedov. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Schultz in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Schultz's head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Schultz looking to throw knees to the head but Magomedov is blocking nicely.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
A short right from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov had his way with Hans Schultz in that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R5##CL#
Magomedov has managed to clinch.
Schultz misses with an elbow strike.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Schultz misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Schultz has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
Schultz creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Magomedov's defenses. #BC2#
Schultz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Schultz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Magomedov connects with a beautiful left hand that drops Schultz onto his butt! Schultz bounces straight back up though - he's OK. After the ref checks him out, we're back to the action.#ROC#Schultz is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Magomedov gets through Schultz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Schultz is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Schultz seems to have recovered his senses.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.#T1#
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Schultz struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Schultz is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schultzs head.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
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!
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov blocks the elbow strike. #T2#
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Schultz avoids it.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Schultz won't want to take too many of those.
Schultz misses with an elbow strike.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov crunches a lovely knee into Schultz's ribcage.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Schultz or not.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Magomedov avoids a wild elbow strike from Schultz.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Schultz's ribcage. Schultz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Schultz has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov 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 Thiago Cunha scores the fight 50:43
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 50:43
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 50:43

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!
Hans Schultz spoke after the fight, saying '"I see nothing! I hear nothing! I know nothing!"'.

Event: H25
Date: Nov 11, 2023

#R1#
Mendoza looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Mendoza with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mendoza ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.#CL#
Magomedov clinches.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Mendoza.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mendoza missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to work over Mendoza's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mendoza tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Mendoza lands an elbow inside.
Mendoza tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Mendoza lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Nikolai Magomedov has been cut.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Mendoza digs a right hand underneath Magomedov's ribcage. Magomedov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mendoza is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Mendoza lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov is working Mendoza over against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mendoza misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov. #T1#
Magomedov dodges an elbow strike from Mendoza.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Mendoza looks winded!
Mendoza tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mendoza.
Magomedov presses Mendoza against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Mendoza throws knees to the body.
Mendoza with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov gets through Mendoza's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Mendoza blocks it with crossed arms.
Magomedov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Mendoza's face.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Mendoza fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Magomedov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Mendoza has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mendoza can turn it around.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov pushes Mendoza back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mendozas head.
A head punch on the inside from Mendoza fails to land. #T2#
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mendoza or not.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Mendoza is defending well for now.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov has Mendoza pushed against the ropes.
Mendoza tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov creates a bit of space and fires a knee right up the middle, almost lifting Mendoza off his feet and sending him crashing to the canvas! Mendoza is trying to get back to his feet but his equilibrium is completely gone! The referee has called it off! This fight is over! Magomedov is jumping up and down like a mad man, celebrating with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: H21
Date: Oct 21, 2023

#R1#
Waldron tries to clinch up.
Waldron lands with an overhand left.
Magomedov lands a head shot.#CUT#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut.
Magomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Waldron on the side of the head.#CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
Waldron can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Waldron's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Waldron tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Waldron trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
Waldron throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Waldron prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Waldron wants to stall.
Magomedov looking to stall. #T1#
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Waldron lands an elbow just above Magomedov 's eye.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Waldron misses with some punches.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Waldron blocks with his arms.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Waldron taking a breather.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Waldron working Magomedov over with knees to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov is looking to control Waldron's arms but Waldron gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Waldron lands an elbow just above Magomedov 's eye.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Waldrons head.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Waldron avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov. #T2#
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Waldron misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Waldron looks winded!
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Waldron throws a knee to the head but misses.
Waldron landing knees to the head.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Waldron.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Waldron.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Johnny Waldron'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.#R2#
Waldron lands a jab-cross combination.
Magomedov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#CL#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Waldron can do to turn this around?
Waldron creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Magomedov's defenses.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron works on Magomedov's body with a couple of short punches.
Waldron creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Magomedov's defenses.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Waldron working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Waldron misses with a body punch.
Waldron tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Waldron controls his hands.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Nice elbow from Waldron.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Waldron swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Waldron lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Waldron.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Waldron is breathing heavily.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov pushes Waldron back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
A short right from Magomedov.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Waldron avoids it.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Come on Magomedov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Waldron swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head. #T2#
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron letting Magomedov take a breather here.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Waldron fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Waldron lands an elbow just above Magomedov 's eye.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Waldron pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Waldron works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Waldron.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Waldron using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Waldron lands an elbow inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Johnny Waldron's cut.
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##CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch successfully.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Waldron's ribcage. Waldron let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov wants to stall.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Waldron takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Waldron momentarily. #CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch. #T1#
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Waldron as Magomedov tries to tie him up.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Waldron takes a knee to the side of the body.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Waldron or not.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Waldron's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Waldron's gas tank.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Waldron.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Johnny Waldron has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CUT#That has opened up Johnny Waldron's cut even more.#T2#
Stalling in the clinch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Waldron.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov works on Waldron's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Waldron controls his hands.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Waldron's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Waldron's gas tank.
Waldron tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Waldron or not.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:26
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: H15
Date: Sep 17, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Adams circles away.
Magomedov closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CUT#It looks like Fester Adams has been cut.
Adams tries to land a front kick but Magomedov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Adams circles away.
Magomedov throws a series of punches but Adams moves out of range. #CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Adams is working Magomedov over against the ropes.
Adams swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Adams trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Adams throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Adams 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Adams 's gas tank.
Adams misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Adams controls his hands.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Adams blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Adams is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov is leaning against Adams and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Adams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Adams . #T2#
Magomedov stalling in the clinch but Adams improves position.
Adams tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Adams struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov stalling against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Adams prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Adams misses with some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Adams misses with a punch on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Adams 's elbow.
Adams pushes Magomedov back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Adams misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Adams throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Adams is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Fester Adams 's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Magomedov tries to clinch but Adams moves away
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Adams 's shoulder, as Adams tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov misses with a double jab.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Adams circles away.
Magomedov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Adams on the side of the head.
Magomedov looks to clinch #KD2#
and Adams counters with a big right hook, that lands right on the temple! Magomedov goes down! Adams rushes to a neutral corner to get the count going quickly. This one's going to be close! 3,4,5,6,7... Magomedov is up to one knee.... 8,9.... He's up! The referee says he's good to go, so we're back to the action!#CUT2#It looks like Nikolai Magomedov has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov misses with a body shot.
Fester Adams seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Magomedov loads up on a big right hand but Adams slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Adams on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomedov connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Adams moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Adams 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Nice uppercut lands for Magomedov. That snapped Adams 's head back. #T1#
Adams bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Magomedov throws the kick towards the body but Adams avoids it.#CL#
Magomedov rushes Adams and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Adams 's elbow.
Adams dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Magomedov presses Adams against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Adams .
Adams throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Adams throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Adams working aggressively here.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov cracks Adams with a nice body shot.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Adams fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Adams lands with a right to the head.
Adams can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Adams .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Adams misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Adams is breathing heavily.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Adams controls his hands.
Magomedov taking a breather.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Adams backwards.
Adams tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Adams .
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fester Adams takes that one, thanks to the knockdown.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Adams blocks a jab.
Adams uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a hook. Adams ducked under it nicely.
Adams thinks about the counter body kick.#CL#
Magomedov pushes Adams up against the ropes in a clinch.
Adams blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Adams tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov cracks Adams with a nice body shot.
Magomedov works on Adams 's body with a couple of short punches.
Adams looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Magomedov takes the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Adams takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Adams takes a knee to the side of the body.
Adams looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Adams goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov tries to stall but Adams uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Adams is defending well for now.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
A short right from Magomedov.
Adams lands with a left to the head.
Adams lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov works on Adams 's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Adams lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov. #T2#
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Adams controls the action.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Adams s head. #ROC#Adams is rocked!
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Adams is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Magomedov has his opponent in a tight Thai clinch and unloads with a massive knee that drops Adams to the canvas! Can Adams beat the count? 3,4,5,6 and he's up... is he? Yes, he's up! The referee is taking a long look at him and he's waved off the fight! He didn't think Adams was in a fit state to continue so this fight is over! Magomedov is your winner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: H11
Date: Aug 20, 2023

#R1#
Magomedov misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Schultz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Magomedov closes the distance but Schultz moves to the side
and Schultz counters with a left to the body.
Magomedov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Schultz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Schultz showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Magomedov.
Hans Schultz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Schultz throws a shot from downtown. Magomedov moves away and avoids it.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Schultz keeps it at a distance.
A swing and a miss from Magomedov.
Schultz lands with a straight right. Magomedov didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schultz doesn't manage to clinch there - Magomedov circles away.
Schultz keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Schultz has Magomedov up against the ropes in a clinch.
Schultz throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Schultz uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Schultz tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Schultz pushes off an throws an elbow but Magomedov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Schultz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Schultz lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Magomedov wants to stall.
Schultz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
Schultz can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov takes an elbow to the temple.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Schultz lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Schultz scores with a shoulder strike.
Schultz 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.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
Schultz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Schultz is blocking nicely.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Schultz looks winded!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov scores with a knee to the head. #T2#
Schultz misses with a body punch.
Schultz blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Schultz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Schultz avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Schultz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schultz's elbow.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Schultz misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov blocks the elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Schultz throws an elbow but misses.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schultz's elbow.
Schultz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Schultzs head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Magomedov'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.
Schultz misses with the head strike.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov is working Schultz over against the ropes.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Schultz or not.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Schultz's elbow.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Schultz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schultz's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Schultz's face.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Schultz can do to turn this around?
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Schultz is breathing heavily.
A short right from Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Schultz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Schultz just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedov's brow.
Magomedov has Schultz pressed against the ropes.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Schultz has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Schultz blocks it.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A head punch on the inside from Schultz fails to land.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Schultz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schultz's gas tank.
Schultz throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Schultz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Schultz's gas tank.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Schultz won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Schultz controls his hands.
Magomedov works on Schultz's body with a couple of short punches.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch. #T2#
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov works on Schultz's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov is working Schultz over against the ropes.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Schultz blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Schultz throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Schultz with a nice body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Schultz keeps it at a distance.
Despite the aggression on Schultz's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Schultz takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Schultz.
Magomedov avoids the elbow strike from Schultz, against the ropes.
Schultz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Schultz has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schultz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Schultz controls the action.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Schultz or not.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Schultz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Schultz looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1#
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Schultz backwards.
Magomedov has Schultz pressed against the ropes.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov is leaning against Schultz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Schultz is defending well for now.
Schultz takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Schultz working aggressively here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov presses Schultz against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Good body shot from Magomedov. #T2#
Magomedov with a knee to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Schultz blocks with his arms.
Magomedov cracks Schultz with a nice body shot.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Schultz's ribcage. Schultz let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Schultz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Schultz takes a knee to the side of the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov is leaning against Schultz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Schultz won't want to take too many of those.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Schultz circles away.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schultz throws a counter combo.
Magomedov slips under a jab from Schultz.
Magomedov changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Magomedov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schultz tries to clinch but fails miserably
and as Schultz takes a moment to reset, Magomedov counters with a massive combo! Right, left, right! Schultz goes down! He's in big trouble, can he recover? 3,4,5,6,7,8,9....10. He's out! Magomedov is your winner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!
Hans Schultz spoke after the fight, saying ' "I see nothing! I hear nothing! I know nothing!" '.

Event: H7
Date: Jul 23, 2023

#R1##CL#
Magomedov rushes Thibodeaux and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Thibodeaux blocks it.
Thibodeaux tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Thibodeaux is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.#BC2#
Thibodeaux escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
It seemed like Thibodeaux was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magomedov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Thibodeaux circles away quickly and effectively.
Magomedov lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #CUT#It looks like Imagine Thibodeaux has been cut.#CL#
Magomedov clinches.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Thibodeaux controls his hands.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Thibodeaux is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thibodeaux works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Thibodeaux misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Magomedov presses Thibodeaux against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Magomedov is working Thibodeaux over against the ropes.
Thibodeaux looks winded!
Magomedov cracks Thibodeaux with a nice body shot.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov landing knees to the head.
Magomedov is working Thibodeaux over against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Thibodeaux.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Thibodeaux can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body. #T2#
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the head.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thibodeaux or not.
Magomedov gets through Thibodeaux's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Thibodeaux can turn it around.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thibodeaux or not.
Magomedov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Thibodeaux doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thibodeaux or not.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a knee to the head.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Imagine Thibodeaux's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL#
Magomedov clinches up with Thibodeaux and pushes him back against the ropes.
Thibodeaux goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Thibodeaux misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Thibodeaux can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Thibodeaux's ribcage. Thibodeaux let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Thibodeaux is breathing heavily.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thibodeaux can do to turn this around?
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.#T1#
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Magomedov works on Thibodeaux's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Thibodeaux won't want to take too many of those.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Thibodeaux's ribcage. Thibodeaux let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#Thibodeaux is rocked!#BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thibodeaux is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?#CL#
Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Thibodeaux seems to have recovered his senses.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov connects with a knee to the head.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body. #T2#
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Thibodeaux with a nice body shot.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thibodeaux.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Thibodeaux throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Thibodeaux struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Thibodeaux's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thibodeaux's gas tank.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Imagine Thibodeaux's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3##CL#
Magomedov takes the fight into the clinch.
Thibodeaux tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Thibodeaux struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action. #BC2#
Thibodeaux escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Magomedov drives through and clinches with Thibodeaux against the ropes.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Thibodeaux blocks it.
A right hook to the body lands for Thibodeaux.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Thibodeaux's head.
Thibodeaux misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Thibodeaux takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov is struggling to control the position.#T1#
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Thibodeaux tries to tie him up.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Thibodeaux.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Thibodeaux blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov working Thibodeaux over with knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thibodeaux or not.
Thibodeaux's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Thibodeaux is trying to push Magomedov away but Magomedov has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Thibodeaux's ribcage. Thibodeaux let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thibodeaux or not. #T2#
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Thibodeaux controls his hands.
Thibodeaux managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Thibodeaux lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Magomedov tries to work over Thibodeaux's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Thibodeaux lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Thibodeaux takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov presses Thibodeaux against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Magomedov has Thibodeaux pressed against the ropes.
Magomedov cracks Thibodeaux with a nice body shot.
Magomedov cracks Thibodeaux with a nice body shot.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov works on Thibodeaux's body with a couple of short punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Imagine Thibodeaux's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Magomedov misses with a straight left.
Magomedov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromThibodeaux.#CL#
Magomedov rushes Thibodeaux and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Thibodeaux doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thibodeaux is trying to maintain a safe position but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns Thibodeaux into the ropes.
Thibodeaux fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Thibodeaux working hard to break the clinch.
Thibodeaux goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Thibodeaux.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Thibodeaux controls the action.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Thibodeaux avoids the damage to the body.
Thibodeaux fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thibodeaux misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thibodeaux goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thibodeaux misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Thibodeaux's ribcage. Thibodeaux let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Thibodeaux is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Magomedov keeps control of Thibodeaux as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Thibodeaux tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov presses Thibodeaux against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thibodeaux.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Thibodeaux takes a knee to the side of the body.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov is working Thibodeaux over against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov is working Thibodeaux over against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Thibodeaux backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Magomedov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Magomedov creates a bit of space for himself and unleashed what can only be described as a tiger uppercut, straight out of Street Fighter! Thibodeaux crashes to the mat! Can he make it back to his feet in time? 3,4,5,6... it doesn't look like he's going to make it! Thibodeaux face plants back to the mat and the referee calls off the fight! Magomedov takes it with a brutal technical knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: H4
Date: Jun 25, 2023

#R1#
Lee misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Larry Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Lee momentarily. #CUT#It looks like Larry Lee has been cut.
Lee throws a right hand that Magomedov ducks under and follows up with a left that Magomedov also avoids with ease.
Lee misses with an uppercut.
Lee takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov. #BC#
Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov tries to land a front kick but Lee steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magomedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lee moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
No joy there for Lee, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Lee 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.
It looked like Magomedov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Lee.
Sloppy strikes from Lee. Those never looked like landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lee throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov is looking for a counter combo.
Lee tries to clinch up
and Magomedov counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Magomedov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T1#
Lee tries to clinch there but Magomedov circles away. #CL#
Magomedov clinches.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Lee misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lee backwards.
Lee looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lee is keeping busy.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov tries to stall but Lee uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lee stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A short right from Magomedov.
Lee prevents a body shot from Magomedov. #T2#
Lee prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Lee looking to stall.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Lee's face.
Lee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lee looking to stall.
Lee blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Lee has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Lee has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Lee can turn it around.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Lee fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov pushes Lee back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Lee blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Larry Lee's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov lands a head shot.
Lee lands a nice looking body shot.
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Lee circles away.
Magomedov closes the distance and catches Lee with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Lee is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Lee is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Lee is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Magomedov takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF .
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1#
A slow jab from Magomedov misses its intended target. #CL#
Waldron gets tackled into the ropes by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Waldron avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Waldron just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedov's brow.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Waldron is trying to maintain a safe position but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns Waldron into the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Waldron.
Waldron works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Waldron with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Waldron blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Waldron controls his hands.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Waldron is keeping busy.
Magomedov misses with a body punch. #T1#
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Waldron uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov avoids the elbow strike from Waldron, against the ropes.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Waldron lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Waldron stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Waldron misses with a body punch.
Waldron pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Waldron throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Magomedov blocks it with crossed arms.
Waldron lands a good knee to the midsection. Magomedov won't want to take too many of those.
Waldron is looking to control Magomedov's arms but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Waldron has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Waldron on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov taking a breather.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov. #T2#
Waldron lands an elbow inside.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Waldron.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Waldron.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Waldron swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short uppercut from Waldron.
Waldron taking a breather.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Waldron avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A shot to the liver by Magomedov. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Magomedov drives through and clinches with Waldron against the ropes.
Waldron looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A head punch on the inside from Waldron fails to land.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Waldron misses with an elbow over the top.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Waldron has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Waldron is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Waldron can do to turn this around?
Waldron lands an elbow that stopped Magomedov in his tracks for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov avoids a wild elbow strike from Waldron.
A knee to the head by Magomedov. #CUT#It looks like Johnny Waldron has been cut.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Waldron is breathing heavily.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Waldron's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Waldron's gas tank.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good body shot from Magomedov. #T1#
Magomedov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Waldron swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Waldron controls his hands.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Waldrons head.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Waldron avoids it.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Waldron misses with a hook from the clinch.
Waldron has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Waldron lands with a short shot to the head.
Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Magomedov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Waldron throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Magomedov blocks it with crossed arms. #T2#
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Waldron blocks it.
Waldron tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Waldron back against the ropes.
Waldron throws an elbow that misses.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Waldron is defending well for now.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Waldron has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Waldron is looking to control Magomedov's arms but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Waldron has his back to the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Waldron has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Johnny Waldron's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Waldron wants to clinch up but Magomedov keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Magomedov clinches with his opponent.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Waldron tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Waldron blocks it.
Waldron throws an elbow but it misses.
Waldron swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov cracks Waldron with a nice body shot.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Waldron takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Magomedov tries to stall but Waldron uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Waldron takes a knee right on the jaw!
Magomedov managing to block the knees to the body from Waldron.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Waldron pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Waldron misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Waldron can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov is working Waldron over against the ropes.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Waldron in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Waldron controls the action.
Waldron tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov is working Waldron over against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Waldron lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov has Waldron pressed against the ropes.
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov'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.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Waldron as Magomedov tries to tie him up.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Johnny Waldron's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4##CL#
Magomedov has Waldron up against the ropes in a clinch.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
Waldron managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Waldron is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Waldron won't want to take too many of those.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Waldron's elbow.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #T1#
Waldron throws an elbow that misses.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Waldron has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Waldron won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Waldron avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Waldron pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Waldron avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Waldron backwards.
Waldron prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov dodges an elbow strike from Waldron.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Waldron blocks it.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow. #T2#
Waldron creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Waldron throws an elbow but misses.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov cracks Waldron with a nice body shot.
Magomedov avoids a wild elbow strike from Waldron.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches 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 right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov pushes Waldron back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Waldron on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Waldron.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Waldron has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike from Waldron.
Waldron pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Waldron pushes off an throws an elbow but Magomedov leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov had his way with Johnny Waldron in that round.
The cut man is working on Johnny Waldron'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!#R5#
Magomedov's corner calls for a 1-2. Magomedov obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A shot to the liver by Magomedov. Beautiful body shot.
Nice jab there from Magomedov. #CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
Magomedov connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Johnny Waldron's cut even more.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head.
Waldron landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Waldron makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov with a knee to the head.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Waldron's head.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Waldron is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Waldron is looking to control Magomedov's arms but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Waldron has his back to the ropes.
Waldron lands an elbow that stopped Magomedov in his tracks for a moment.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Waldron lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Magomedov presses Waldron against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Waldron tries to land a knee to the head but Magomedov blocks with his arms.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov gets through Waldron's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov stalling against the ropes.
Magomedov managing to block the knees to the body from Waldron.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Johnny Waldron has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Magomedov wants to stall.
Waldron on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Waldron's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Waldron lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Waldron connects with a nasty looking knee right to Magomedov's face. #CUT2#It looks like Nikolai Magomedov has been cut.
Waldron cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Waldron tries a knee to the head but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Waldron avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Waldron.
Waldron misses with an elbow strike.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov takes an elbow to the forehead.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov pushes Waldron back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Waldron pushes Magomedov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 50:45
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 50:45
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: AKF 79
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1##CL#
Magomedov gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Ringnes takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #BC2#
Ringnes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magomedov misses with the combination.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Ringnes is having none of it.
Ringnes moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Ringnes uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magomedov.
A big right from Magomedov misses.
A nice combination there by Magomedov. #CUT#It looks like Arild Ringnes has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ringnes doesn't seem bothered though.
Ringnes throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ringnes scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ringnes .#CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Magomedov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Ringnes tries to circle away but Magomedov has him pinned against the ropes.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ringnes in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Ringnes looks winded!
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Ringnes 's ribcage. Ringnes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Ringnes blocks it.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Ringnes tries to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling the position.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov has Ringnes pressed against the ropes, preventing Ringnes from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2#
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ringnes backwards. #BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Ringnes 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Magomedov connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ringnes scrambles back to his feet.
Magomedov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ringnes .#KD#
Magomedov cracks Ringnes with a left hand that drops him to the canvas, up against the ropes! Can Ringnes get back up in time? 3, 4, 5, 6, 7... he's on one knee... 8, 9... he's up! 'Walk towards me' says the referee. Ringnes looks steady enough to continue so we're going to continue!
Magomedov throws a series of punches but Ringnes moves out of range.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Ringnes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #KD#
Ringnes walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Magomedov rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Ringnes has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.#ROC#Ringnes is rocked!
A nice inside leg kick there by Ringnes . That's going to slow Magomedov down.
Ringnes walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Magomedov! 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 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: AKF 76
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Obama.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Obama swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Obama tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Obama turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Obama.
Obama connects with an inside leg kick.
Obama lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Obama looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Obama throws the kick towards the body but Magomedov avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obama scores with a nice head shot.
Obama throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Magomedov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Obama counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A good leg kick by Obama.
Obama loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.#T1#
Obama throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Obama digs a good body shot into Magomedov's ribs.
Obama circles away from the clinch attempt.
Magomedov scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A good leg kick by Obama. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A head punch on the inside from Obama fails to land. #BC2#
Obama manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Magomedov finds it's way through Obama's defenses.
Obama tries to land a leg kick but Magomedov saw it coming and moves away.
Magomedov swings for the body but Obama moves out of range.
Obama misses with a hook.
Obama throws a wild body kick that Magomedov sees coming a mile off.
Magomedov fails to land with a series of punches.
Obama doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Magomedov looks to land a left hand but Obama moved out of range nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Obama.
Magomedov wants to clinch but Obama slips to the side
and Obama cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Obama is having none of it.
Obama uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Magomedov.
Obama avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Obama throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Magomedov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Obama, pushing him back against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov trying to stall but Obama improves his position.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Obama in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A right hand to the body from Obama.
Obama wants to break the clinch but can't.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tom Obama dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Obama circles away.
Magomedov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Magomedov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Obama fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov with a jab.
Magomedov slips under a jab from Obama.
It looked like Magomedov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Obama takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Magomedov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Obama has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Obama misses with a right hand #KD#
and Magomedov counters with a nice uppercut that drops Obama onto his backside! Obama bounces straight back to his feet before we have a chance to even start the count. He'll get the standing 8 count anyway before we get back underway.#ROC#Obama is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Obama sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Obama keeps it at a distance.
Tom Obama seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Magomedov misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Obama.
Obama looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magomedov is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Magomedov backing away here, and Obama unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#KD#
Magomedov drops a shoulder and throws a biiiig uppercut that drops Obama onto his butt! Obama pops straight back to his feet to convince the referee that he's OK to continue.#CL#
Magomedov clinches up with Obama and pushes him back against the ropes.
Magomedov pushes Obama back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov is trying to stall.
Obama throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Obama.
Obama is trying to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling him.
Obama has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Obama can turn it around.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Obama controls the action.
Obama can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Obama misses with a punch to the body.
Obama lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Obama looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Obama manages to break the clinch.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Obama swats him away and circles back towards the center.
It looks like Magomedov has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Obama walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Magomedov throws an overhand right that lands on Obama's shoulder, as Obama tries to avoid the shot.
Magomedov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Obama. Obama obviously looking to wear him down.
Obama misses with a low kick.
Magomedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Obama moves out of range of the strikes.
Magomedov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Obama.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov takes the second round thanks to the knockdowns.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Obama paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magomedov throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Magomedov's legs have taken a beating and he's really slowing down as a result.
Obama fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Magomedov.
Obama walks into a straight right hand from Magomedov.
Obama is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
No joy there for Obama, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Obama seems to have recovered his senses.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Obama keeps it at a distance.
Magomedov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Obama turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Obama is avoiding it.
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Obama circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Obama smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Obama drops his guard momentarily, allowing Magomedov to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Obama! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Magomedov takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: AKF 75 | Addition vs. Scorpion
Date: Dec 17, 2022

#R1#
Havok throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Havok.
Magomedov is looking for a counter combo.
Havok has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#CL#
Magomedov clinches.
Havok throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Havok.
Good body shot from Havok.
Havok tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Havok won't want to take too many of those.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Havok tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Havok stuns Magomedov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Havok lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Havok lands a right hand.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Knees to the body from Havok.
Havok tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Havok uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Havok creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Havok misses with a body punch.
Havok takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Havok.
Magomedov tries to work over Havok's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Havok backwards.
Havok can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Havok misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Havok just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedov's brow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Havok misses with a punch on the inside.
Havok using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Magomedov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Havok throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Havok looks winded!
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Havok backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Havok throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Havok tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Havok tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Havok avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Havok misses with a hook from the clinch.
Havok throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Havok managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Havok blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Havok misses with an elbow over the top.
Come on Magomedov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Havok throws an elbow but it misses.
Havok misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Havok working aggressively here.
Havok lands an elbow just above Magomedov 's eye.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov managing to block the knees to the body from Havok.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
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 Nikolai Magomedov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Havok throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Magomedov moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromHavok.
Havok fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
It looked like Magomedov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Havok.
Magomedov scores with a three punch combo!
Magomedov cracks Havok with an open hand slap.
Havok misses with a head kick.
Havok throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magomedov.
Havok looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Magomedov throws out a loose jab but Havok uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Magomedov rushes Havok and presses him up against the ropes.
Havok misses with a short punch on the inside.
Havok tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Havok looking to throw knees to the head but Magomedov is blocking nicely.
Magomedov is leaning against Havok and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Havok tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Havok trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Havok. #T1#
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
Havok is breathing heavily.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Havok pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Havok's face.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Havok doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Havok swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Havok tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Havok or not.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Havok's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Havok's gas tank.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Havok takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch. #T2#
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short left from Magomedov.
Havok managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Havok trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Havok blocks it.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Havok misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Havok lands a nice uppercut.
Havok tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Havok tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov is leaning against Havok and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Havok backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.#BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov cracks Havok with a right hand to the side of the head.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Havok can do to turn this around?
Magomedov avoids the head kick by Havok.
Havok swings widly with a right hand
and Magomedov counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Havok walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF 73: The King
Date: Dec 03, 2022

#R1#
Magomedov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Obamas jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#KD#
Magomedov cracks Obama with a left hand that drops him to the canvas, up against the ropes! Can Obama get back up in time? 3, 4, 5, 6, 7... he's on one knee... 8, 9... he's up! 'Walk towards me' says the referee. Obama looks steady enough to continue so we're going to continue!#CUT#It looks like Tom Obama has been cut.
Magomedov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Magomedov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Obama throws out a counter right but Magomedov avoids it with no problem.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Obama.
Magomedov defending well as Obama loads up on a big left hand.
Obama keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Obama looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Obama looks for the body kick but Magomedov saw that one coming.
Tom Obama seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov throws a sloppy body shot
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Obama swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Obama.
Obama missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Obama with the inside leg kick.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magomedov wants to clinch.#T1#
Obama gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL#
Magomedov pushes Obama up against the ropes in a clinch.
Obama misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Obama breaks from the clinch.
Obama tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Magomedov was well out of range. Poor timing from Obama.
Nice shot lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a looping overhand right but Obama ducks down to avoid it.
Obama dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Magomedov pushes Obama up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Obama's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Magomedov rushes Obama and presses him up against the ropes.#T2#
Magomedov tries a body shot but Obama blocks it.
Obama misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Obama has had enough of the clinch but Magomedov keeps him there for the moment.
Obama looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Obama lands with a left to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Obama scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Obama is blocking nicely.
Obama lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov is trying to stall.
Obama softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Obama digs a right hand into Magomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Magomedov's gas tank.
Obama lands with a light punch inside.
Obama working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Obama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Obama.
Obama misses with a body punch.
Obama lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Obama.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov should take that round, based on the knockdown.
The cut man is working on Tom Obama's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Crunch! Obama slams his shin into Magomedov's torso.
Magomedov closes the distance looking to clinch
and Obama counters with a nice body shot.
Magomedov walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Tom Obama!
Tom Obama is the new heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Tom Obama thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: AKF 71 - Starting Over
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
A big left from Talboteasar misses.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Camulius Talboteasar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab from Talboteasar does it's job there.
Talboteasar keeps the fight on the outside.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
Talboteasar lands with a straight right. Magomedov didn't see that one coming.
Talboteasar swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Talboteasar counter with a right hand.
Magomedov throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Talboteasar bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Talboteasar digs a good hook to Magomedov's body.
Talboteasar misses with a series of wild punches.
Magomedov is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Magomedov misses.
Magomedov swinging wildly here.
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!
Magomedov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Magomedov slips a jab from Talboteasar.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Talboteasar scores with a jab. Magomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A jab from Talboteasar finds it's way through Magomedov's defenses.
Talboteasar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
We've been informed that Talboteasar 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.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Magomedov feints a jab promting Talboteasar to slip. Magomedov then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Talboteasar slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Camulius Talboteasar has been cut.
Magomedov tries to bum rush Talboteasar with a series of wild strikes but Talboteasar uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Talboteasar tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Magomedov avoids it.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Talboteasar is defending well for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Talboteasar doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Talboteasar.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Talboteasar tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov gets through Talboteasar's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Talboteasar lands a good knee to the midsection. Magomedov won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Talboteasar controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Talboteasar misses with the head strike.
Talboteasar misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Talboteasar controls the action.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Camulius Talboteasar will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Camulius Talboteasar's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Talboteasar working aggressively here.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Talboteasar backwards.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Talboteasar blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Talboteasar goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Good body shot from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Talboteasar back against the ropes.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Talboteasar controls the action.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talboteasar putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Magomedov in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Magomedov is working Talboteasar over against the ropes.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Talboteasar lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head.
Talboteasar misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Talboteasar lands with a right to the head.
Talboteasar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Talboteasar looking to slow down the pace here.
Talboteasar misses with a punch to the body.
Talboteasar misses with a body punch.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Talboteasar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Talboteasar throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Talboteasar avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Talboteasar swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Talboteasar's elbow.
Magomedov is leaning against Talboteasar and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A right hand to the body from Talboteasar.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike. #T2#
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Talboteasar utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Talboteasar throws knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Magomedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Talboteasar avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov presses Talboteasar against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Talboteasar misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Talboteasar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Talboteasar on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Camulius Talboteasar's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Talboteasar lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Talboteasar throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Magomedov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Talboteasar 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.
Talboteasar misses with a jab, cross combination.
Magomedov lands with a cross.
Magomedov throws a right hand that Talboteasar ducks under and follows up with a left that Talboteasar also avoids with ease.
Talboteasar throws a lazy right hand but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Talboteasar throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Camulius Talboteasar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Talboteasar ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
A jab from Magomedov does it's job there.
A slow jab from Talboteasar misses its intended target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands with a hook. Talboteasar tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Talboteasar throws a jab when Magomedov was well out of range.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Talboteasar misses with a looping right.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Talboteasar paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Magomedov scores with the left hand. Talboteasar knows he should have avoided that one. #T1#
Magomedov takes a swing at Talboteasar's ribcage but misses.
A punch lands to the side of Talboteasar 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Magomedov swings for the body but Talboteasar moves out of range.
Talboteasar circles away from the clinch attempt.
Magomedov looks to throw the jab but Talboteasar is out of range. #CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Talboteasar.
Magomedov looking to stall.
Talboteasar misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Talboteasar.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Talboteasar blocking some punches.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Talboteasar's head.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A hook to the body from Talboteasar.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body. #T2#
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Talboteasar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov trying to control the position but instead, Talboteasar has worked for underhooks and has pushed Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Talboteasar lands with a right to the head.
Talboteasar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Talboteasar.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Talboteasar.
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Talboteasar is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magomedov is defending well for now.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Talboteasar misses with a punch to the body.
Talboteasar misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Camulius Talboteasar's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Nice jab there from Talboteasar.
A big left from Talboteasar misses.
Magomedov scores with a jab. Talboteasar acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Talboteasar thuds a left hand into Magomedov's body.
Talboteasar avoids a punch combination nicely.
Talboteasar throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Talboteasar misses with a hook. Magomedov ducked under it nicely.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Talboteasar.
Magomedov throws a jab but it's blocked by Talboteasar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov looks to score with a jab to the body but Talboteasar is just out of range.
A big right from Talboteasar misses.
Talboteasar connects with a body shot that sends Magomedov's belly button to the back.
Talboteasar gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Talboteasar throws a shot to the body. #T1#
A big left from Magomedov misses.
Talboteasar gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Magomedov.
Magomedov just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Talboteasar! But no joy.
Talboteasar keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #CL#
Talboteasar tries to keep at a distance but Magomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Talboteasar trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Talboteasar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov missing with a left hand there. Talboteasar was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Talboteasar throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov with a jab.#T2#
Magomedov misses with a looping right.
It seemed like Talboteasar was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Talboteasar is having none of it.
Talboteasar lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Talboteasar swinging wildly here.
Magomedov throws a right and a left that both miss.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Talboteasar! But no joy.#CL#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Talboteasar misses with the head strike.
Talboteasar misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Talboteasar blocks it with crossed arms.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Nikolai Magomedov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Camulius Talboteasar's cut.
That's time! Magomedov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R5#
Magomedov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Camulius Talboteasar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Talboteasar connects with the punch.
Talboteasar lands with an uppercut that bounces Magomedov off the ropes and back into range.
Talboteasar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Talboteasar missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Magomedov tries to clinch there but Talboteasar circles away.
Magomedov misses with a wild combination.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Talboteasar swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Talboteasar scores with a jab. Magomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov throws a shot from downtown. Talboteasar moves away and avoids it.
Talboteasar throws a lazy right hand but Magomedov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Magomedov was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Talboteasar.
Magomedov misses with a two punch combination.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Talboteasar.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Talboteasar takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Talboteasar waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Talboteasar swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov staying out of range there.#CL#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Talboteasar, pushing him back against the ropes.
Talboteasar is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Talboteasar working aggressively here.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Talboteasar is defending well for now.
Talboteasar blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Talboteasar gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov presses Talboteasar against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Talboteasar tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Magomedov avoids it.
Talboteasar throws a head punch that misses.
Talboteasar blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Talboteasar softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Talboteasar blocks it.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Talboteasar is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Talboteasar blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Talboteasar misses with some punches.
Talboteasar takes a knee to the side of the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Talboteasar takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov is leaning against Talboteasar and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov is pushing Talboteasar up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Talboteasar avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.

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 Nikolai Magomedov.
I think Magomedov 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 49:46
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 50:45
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 50:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his heavyweight title!

Event: AKF 68 | Scorpion vs. Neich
Date: Sep 17, 2022

#R1#
McGuire dodges the punch combination from Magomedov.
Magomedov lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A big left from McGuire misses. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Magomedov pushes McGuire back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but McGuire avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
McGuire 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.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov pushes McGuire back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
McGuire missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov is trying to stall.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McGuire backwards. #T1#
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Stalling in the clinch from Magomedov.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
McGuire misses with a short punch on the inside.
McGuire swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
McGuire trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but McGuire has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but McGuire blocks with his arms.
McGuire misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov is trying to stall.
McGuire fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
McGuire misses with a hook from the clinch.
McGuire tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
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!
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
McGuire working Magomedov over with knees to the body.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
McGuire lands with a short shot to the head.
McGuire prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
McGuire takes a knee right on the jaw!
Magomedov scores with a knee to the head.
Magomedov managing to block the knees to the body from McGuire.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nice elbow from McGuire.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
McGuire wants to get back to striking at distance but Magomedov won't allow it.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of McGuire's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McGuire crunches a lovely knee into Magomedov's ribcage.
McGuire misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov is working McGuire over against the ropes.
McGuire looks winded!
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov throws an off balance right hand
and McGuire counters with a three punch combo that has Magomedov backing up. Magomedov nods at McGuire to acknowledge the strikes.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McGuire can do to turn this around?#CL#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magomedov is defending well for now.
McGuire lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by McGuire.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
McGuire throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McGuire is breathing heavily.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but McGuire avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov managing to block the knees to the body from McGuire.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body shot. #T1#
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Magomedov leaning against his opponent.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McGuire tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McGuire is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magomedov is defending well for now.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov is working McGuire over against the ropes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McGuire or not.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McGuire.#T2#
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov pushes McGuire back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov crunches a lovely knee into McGuire's ribcage.
Magomedov connects with a knee to the head.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
McGuire misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short left from Magomedov.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
Magomedov digs a right hand into McGuire's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on McGuire's gas tank.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
A short right from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3##CL#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with McGuire.
A head punch on the inside from McGuire fails to land.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McGuire's elbow.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as McGuire controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
McGuire lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has McGuire in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov trying to control the position but instead, McGuire has worked for underhooks and has pushed Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov tries to work over McGuire's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
McGuire misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
McGuire tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov slows down the pace here.
McGuire takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T1#
Good body shot from Magomedov.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov pushes McGuire back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A short uppercut from Magomedov. #KD#
The crowd are calling 'kneeees!' as Magomedov has the Thai clinch. Magomedov obliges, smashing a knee brutally into McGuire's nose and sending him crashing to the canvas! Will be beat the count?! 3,4,5,6,7,8...9... and he's up on 9! Wow, that was close! The referee takes a long look and is going to allow it to continue!#ROC#McGuire is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Vincent McGuire has been cut.
McGuire tries to get into range but Magomedov steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops McGuire! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Magomedov scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his heavyweight title!
In defeat, Vincent McGuire stepped up to the mic, saying 'Gi'mmie my Money! '.

Event: AKF 65
Date: Aug 20, 2022

#R1#
Obama throws a series of strikes that have Magomedov backpedaling.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Obama doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Obama scores with a crisp jab that stopped Magomedov in his tracks. #CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Obama.
Obama throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Magomedovs head.
Magomedov is trying to force a seperation but Obama has the dominant position.
A short left from Obama.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Obama tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Obama blocks it.
Obama misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov is looking to control Obama's arms but Obama gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Obama tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Obama'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.
Obama blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Obama lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Obama's elbow.
Obama lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Obama seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Magomedov can turn it around.
Obama lands a right hand. #ROC#Magomedov is rocked!
Obama misses with a body punch.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Obama misses with a hook from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Obamas head.
Obama tries to circle away but Magomedov has him pinned against the ropes.
Magomedov is working Obama over against the ropes.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Obama's ribcage. Obama let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obama tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stalling in the clinch from Obama.
Obama misses with some punches.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Obama blocks with his arms.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Obama backwards.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Obama backwards.
Obama prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T2#
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Obama controls his hands.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Obama backwards.
Obama goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
I was talking to Obama's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Obama.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Obama prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Obama avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Obama lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Obama avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov is working Obama over against the ropes.
Obama misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Obama is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Magomedov is keeping busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nikolai Magomedov will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Obama misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Obama misses with a punch on the inside.
Obama controlling the action here for a moment.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Obama's elbow.
A short uppercut from Obama.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Obama lands a right hand.
Obama is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Magomedov is keeping busy.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Obama creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Obama lands a shot to the body.
Nikolai Magomedov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Obama breaks the clinch.
Magomedov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Obama in his tracks. #T1##CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Obama blocks it.
Obama doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch but Obama improves position.
A head punch on the inside from Obama fails to land.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Obama wants to stall.
Magomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Obama blocks it with crossed arms.
Obama working aggressively here.
Magomedov works on Obama's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
Magomedov breaks the clinch.
Magomedov is looking to clinch.
Magomedov with a hook.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.#T2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Obama has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov pushes Obama back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Obama's ribcage. Obama let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obama blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Obama gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Obama's elbow.
Obama doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A hook to the body from Obama.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Obama misses with the head strike.
Magomedov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Obama lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Obama lands with a short shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3##CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Obama is blocking nicely.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Obama.
Obama lands with a short shot to the head.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Obama takes a knee to the side of the body.
Obama tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Obama is defending well for now.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch but Obama improves position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Obama lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Obama avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Obama misses with the head strike. #T1#
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Obama struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Obama blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Obama misses with a hook from the clinch.
Obama prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Obama misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Obama avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Obama's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Obama looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov is trying to maintain a safe position but Obama gets an underhook and turns Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Obama fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov pushes Obama back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Obama lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Obama controls the action.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Obama backwards.
Magomedov is leaning against Obama and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov looking to stall.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov is working Obama over against the ropes.
Magomedov cracks Obama with a nice body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4##KD2#
Obama walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Magomedov rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Obama has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.#CL2#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Obama, pushing him back against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Obama.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #ROC2#Obama is rocked!
Magomedov takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oh Obama is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Obama doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Obama has had enough of the clinch but Magomedov keeps him there for the moment.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Obama.
Obama seems to have got his legs back now.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Obama backwards.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Obama's elbow.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike. #T1#
Obama tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Obama back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Obama swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Obama blocks it.
Obama tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Obama throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Obama swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Obama avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Obama struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
Obama misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Obama.
Obama misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Obama is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Obama wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Magomedov has him pressed against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Obama controls his hands.
Obama tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Obama is trying to force a seperation but Magomedov has the dominant position.
Obama lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Obama goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Obama lands a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Obama lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Obama is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Obama controls the action.
Obama throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Obama.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov scored the knockdown and takes the final round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R5#
Obama misses with a hook to the body
and Magomedov makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tom Obama has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Obama throws an off balance right hand
enabling Magomedov to counter with a crisp jab.
A jab from Obama misses.
Magomedov is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Obama lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Obama blocks a jab.
Jab, jab by Obama - just one landing.
Magomedov takes a swing at Obama's ribcage but misses.
Obama was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magomedov looks to land a combination. Obama sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Magomedov defending well as Obama loads up on a big left hand.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Obama manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Obama tests Magomedov's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Magomedov tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Obama counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Magomedov ducks under a wild hook from Obama.
Magomedov avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A little jabbing left from Magomedov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Magomedov closes the distance and clinches.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Obama scores with a hook to the body.
Obama swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Obama controls the action.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Obama misses with a hook to the ribs.
Obama misses with the head strike.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Obama controls the action.
Obama on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Obama lands an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Obama.#T2#
Obama lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Obama misses with the head strike.
Obama avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Obama cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Magomedov is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Obama lands a right hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Obama.
Obama takes a knee to the side of the body.
Obama misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Obama. #BC2#
Magomedov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Obama throws a lazy head kick
and Magomedov counters with a one-two to the body.
Obama misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
Magomedov unleashes a big counter combination but Obama bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Magomedov moves into range and clinches up with Obama.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Magomedov presses Obama against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nikolai Magomedov.
Well Magomedov 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 45:50
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 44:50
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 44:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov is the new heavyweight champion!

Event: AKF 61 | Durand vs. Beukeboom
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1#
Talboteasar blocks a jab.
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Talboteasar throws a hook to the side of Magomedov's head but Magomedov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Talboteasar manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Magomedov clinches.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Talboteasar is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Talboteasar.
A right hook to the body lands for Talboteasar.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Talboteasar backwards.
Talboteasar landing knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Talboteasar.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talboteasar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Talboteasar controls his hands.
Talboteasar tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Talboteasar lands an uppercut.#T1#
Talboteasar lands a left hand.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Talboteasar avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Talboteasar.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Talboteasar is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Magomedov is defending well for now.
Talboteasar gets through Magomedov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Talboteasar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Talboteasar scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Talboteasar.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Talboteasar working aggressively here.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Talboteasar is defending well for now.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Talboteasar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Talboteasar goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Talboteasar wants to break free but Magomedov has control.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Talboteasar lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Talboteasar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Talboteasar swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Talboteasar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov lands a left hand. #BC2#
Talboteasar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Talboteasar throws a big shot that misses.
Talboteasar lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov moves out of range as Talboteasar strikes.
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 Nikolai Magomedov 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#
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A cross from Talboteasar lands.
Talboteasar looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Magomedov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Talboteasar circles away quickly and effectively.
Camulius Talboteasar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Talboteasar throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Good standup being displayed there by Talboteasar as he connects with a hook.
Talboteasar misses with a straight left.
Talboteasar throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Nice defenses there by Magomedov.#CL#
Magomedov rushes Talboteasar and presses him up against the ropes.
Magomedov cracks Talboteasar with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talboteasar misses with the head strike.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Talboteasar is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov lands a right hand. #T1#
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Talboteasar scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Talboteasar lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Talboteasar is breathing heavily.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head.
Talboteasar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Magomedov connects with a knee to the head.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
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!
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Talboteasar avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Talboteasar controls his hands.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Talboteasar misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Talboteasar lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Talboteasar takes a shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
A head punch on the inside from Talboteasar fails to land.
Magomedov's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Talboteasar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Magomedov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Talboteasar needs to keep his hands up - Magomedov had a free shot at his head there.
Camulius Talboteasar has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Talboteasar looks to score with a jab to the body but Magomedov is just out of range.
Talboteasar jabs Magomedov right on the nose. Magomedov blinks but takes it well.
Talboteasar misses with a straight right.
An attempted straight right counter from Magomedov misses the target.
Magomedov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Talboteasar back to the ropes. Magomedov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CL#
Magomedov has closed the distance and engaged Talboteasar in a clinch.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Talboteasar can do to turn this around?
Talboteasar tries to break the clinch but Magomedov is controlling the position.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Talboteasar cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Talboteasar lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Talboteasar on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Talboteasar.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Talboteasar's elbow.
Talboteasar has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Talboteasar or not.
Talboteasar missing with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Talboteasar's elbow.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Talboteasar throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov pushes Talboteasar back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Talboteasar takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Talboteasar misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Talboteasar takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Talboteasar backwards.
Talboteasar tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Talboteasar misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
A right hand to the body from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Talboteasar on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Talboteasar blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Magomedov, 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 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF 57 | Obama vs. Diego
Date: Jul 02, 2022

#R1##CL#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Benedetti has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Benedetti's head.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Benedetti avoids it.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Benedetti working aggressively here.
Benedetti misses with a hook from the clinch.
Benedetti lands with a short punch from the clinch.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Benedetti throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Benedetti blocks it.
Benedetti's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Benedetti has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Benedetti.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've been informed that Benedetti 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.#T1#
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Benedetti backwards.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Benedetti controls the action.
Benedetti misses with some punches.
Benedetti has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Benedetti's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Benedetti is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Benedetti misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov is leaning against Benedetti and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Benedetti lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Benedetti looks winded!
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Benedetti avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov is trying to stall.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Benedetti controls the action.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Benedetti blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Benedetti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2#
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Benedetti.
A head punch on the inside from Benedetti fails to land.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Benedetti misses with the head strike.
Benedetti misses with some punches.
Benedetti lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Benedetti's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Benedetti swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Benedetti misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov gets through Benedetti's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Benedetti wants to break free but Magomedov has control.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov pushes Benedetti back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#BC#
Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Magomedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Benedetti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Benedetti throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Magomedov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Benedetti.
Benedetti throws a looping overhand right but Magomedov ducks down to avoid it.
Benedetti takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Good exchange - Magomedov coming out on top.
The fighters circling - Benedetti throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Benedetti.
Benedetti misses with a hook
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Magomedov on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Benedetti misses with a right hand
and Magomedov counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Benedetti can do to turn this around?
Magomedov fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Benedetti looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#CL#
Magomedov clinches up against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov tries a body shot but Benedetti blocks it.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Benedetti's elbow.
Magomedov misses with a body punch. #T1#
Benedetti working aggressively here.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Benedetti has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Benedetti tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A knee to the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov working Benedetti over with knees to the body.
Benedetti is breathing heavily.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Benedetti avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside.
Benedetti has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Benedetti avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #ROC#Benedetti is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Claudio Benedetti has been cut.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Benedetti blocks it.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Benedetti blocks it.
Magomedov works on Benedetti's body with a couple of short punches.#T2#
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Benedetti's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Benedetti's gas tank.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Benedetti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch. #KD#
Magomedov drops Benedetti on his ass with a big knee up the middle! Benedetti bounces straight back to his feet before the referee can even start a count. We'll have to wait a moment to see if that actually hurt him or not, as he takes the standing 8 count.#CL#
Magomedov clinches with his opponent.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Benedetti's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Benedetti backwards.
Benedetti is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Magomedov lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov will take that round after scoring the only knockdown of the round.
The cut man is working on Claudio Benedetti's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Claudio Benedetti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Benedetti seems to have recovered his senses.#KD#
Benedetti walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Magomedov rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Benedetti has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.#ROC#Benedetti is rocked!
A slow jab from Benedetti misses its intended target.
Benedetti is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?#KD#
Benedetti walks into a big right hand from Magomedov and goes down! The referee sends Magomedov to a neutral corner as Benedetti gets back to his feet. He looks OK so we're back under way.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Benedetti moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Benedetti seems to have recovered his senses.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Magomedov engages and cracks Benedetti with a massive lead left hook - Benedetti tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Magomedov is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Claudio Benedetti was interviewed post fight and said '"te voy inyectar con la bacteria"'.

Event: AKF FN | Wilder vs. Upchurch
Date: Jun 10, 2022

#R1#
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Magomedov moves into the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Upchurch avoids the damage to the body.
Upchurch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Upchurch 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.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Upchurch is defending well for now.
Upchurch lands a nice elbow.
Upchurch pushes Magomedov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov blocks a body shot from Upchurch.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Upchurch blocks it.
Magomedov taking a breather.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the ropes, Upchurch just misses with a elbow thrown towards Magomedov's brow.
Upchurch lands with a light punch inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Upchurch looks winded!
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands with a light punch 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!
Upchurch prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Upchurch's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov lands a knee to the body. #T1#
Magomedov trying to control the position but instead, Upchurch has worked for underhooks and has pushed Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov tries to work over Upchurch's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Upchurchs head. #CUT#It looks like Brian Upchurch has been cut.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Upchurch tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Upchurch avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Upchurch avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Upchurch.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
Upchurch blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Upchurch with a nice body shot.
Magomedov tries to work over Upchurch's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Upchurch throws an elbow but it misses.
Magomedov landing knees to the head. #T2#
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
Upchurch takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Upchurchs head.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov'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.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov pushes Upchurch back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Magomedov'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.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Upchurch's elbow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Upchurch creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Magomedov presses Upchurch against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Upchurch prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Brian Upchurch's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Upchurch avoids a punch combination nicely.
Upchurch thinks about the counter body kick.
Magomedov scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL#
Upchurch tries to keep at a distance but Magomedov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Upchurch lands a damaging elbow.
Magomedov avoids the elbow strike from Upchurch, against the ropes.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Upchurch has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov 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.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Upchurch prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Upchurch tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Upchurch backwards.
Upchurch is breathing heavily.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Upchurch controls the action.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Upchurch blocks a body shot from Magomedov. #T1#
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Upchurch blocks it.
Upchurch throws a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Upchurch backwards.
Upchurch working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Upchurch fails to land.
Magomedov works on Upchurch's body with a couple of short punches.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Upchurch looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Upchurch's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Upchurch lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Upchurch controls his hands.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC#
Magomedov breaks from the clinch.
Magomedov lands with a nice body punch. #CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
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!
Upchurch blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Upchurch controls his hands. #T2#
Magomedov is looking to control Upchurch's arms but Upchurch gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Upchurch throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Magomedov blocks it with crossed arms.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Upchurch or not.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov pushes Upchurch back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
A knee to the head by Magomedov. #ROC#Upchurch is rocked!
Nice body punch from Magomedov - that landed with a thud.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov pushes Upchurch back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Upchurch is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Magomedov avoiding damage as Upchurch throws knees to the body.
Magomedov pushes Upchurch back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Upchurch seems to have recovered his senses.
Upchurch scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Brian Upchurch's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Magomedov connects with a quick right hand that sends Upchurch tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF 52 | Beukeboom vs. Robbins
Date: May 14, 2022

#R1##CL#
Bundy gets tackled into the ropes by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bundy unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov is trying to stall.
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bundy takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Bundy blocks it.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short right from Magomedov.
Bundy blocks an uppercut.
Bundy stalls.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T1#
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bundy controls his hands.
Bundy has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Magomedov seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Bundy can turn it around.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bundy.
Bundy looking to slow down the pace here.
Bundy trying to control the position but instead, Magomedov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Bundy into the ropes.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Bundy avoids the damage to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Bundy's head.
Bundy looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Bundy content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Bundy prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Bundy managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch. #T2#
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Bundy stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Bundy looks winded!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov trying to control the position but instead, Bundy has worked for underhooks and has pushed Magomedov into the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Bundy controls his hands.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bundy takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Bundy blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov tries to clinch but Bundy moves out of range.
Magomedov misses the shot to the body.
Bundy throws a leg kick but Magomedov checks it.
As Bundy looks to move away, Magomedov throws a big counter combo but Bundy just gets out of the way.
Bundy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Magomedov throws a series of punches but Bundy avoids them all with ease.
Nice defenses there by Bundy.
Bundy misses with a wild body shot.
A punch combination from Bundy misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Magomedov forces Bundy back against the ropes and clinches.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Bundy avoids the damage to the body.
Bundy takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Magomedov slowing the pace effectively.
Bundy blocks an uppercut.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Bundy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov scores with a jab.
Magomedov misses with a combination
and Bundy counters with an outside leg kick.
Magomedov throws out a loose jab but Bundy uses good head movement to avoid it. #KD#
Magomedov drops a shoulder and throws a biiiig uppercut that drops Bundy onto his butt! Bundy pops straight back to his feet to convince the referee that he's OK to continue.
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!
Magomedov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T2#
Bundy throws a nice inside leg kick.
Magomedov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC#Bundy is rocked!
Magomedov connects with a crushing straight, right on the bridge of Bundy's nose, sending him crumpling to the mat! That's really rocked Bundy - is he going to beat the count??? 4,5,6,7,8,9.....10 - he's not made it - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF 42 | Diego vs. Benedetti
Date: Mar 05, 2022

#R1#
Talboteasar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magomedov counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Camulius Talboteasar has been cut.
Talboteasar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Talboteasar slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Talboteasar is avoiding it. #CL2#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Talboteasar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Talboteasar bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Magomedov's head backwards.
Camulius Talboteasar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Talboteasar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Talboteasar throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov unleashes a big counter combination but Talboteasar bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Talboteasar.
Magomedov slips under a jab.
Magomedov cracks Talboteasar with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL2#
Magomedov has taken the fight to the clinch.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov is looking to control Talboteasar's arms but Talboteasar gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Talboteasar blocks it. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Magomedov.
Talboteasar swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Our sources have told us that Talboteasar has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Talboteasar avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Talboteasar lands a good knee to the midsection. Magomedov won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Talboteasar goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Talboteasar letting Magomedov take a breather here.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Talboteasar backwards.
Talboteasar fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Talboteasar's elbow.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Magomedov is working Talboteasar over against the ropes.#T2#
Talboteasar lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Talboteasar scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Talboteasar blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Talboteasar backwards.
Talboteasar blocking some punches.
Magomedov cracks Talboteasar with a nice body shot.
Talboteasar has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Talboteasar.
Talboteasar pushes Magomedov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Talboteasar tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Talboteasar controls the action.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Talboteasar avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Talboteasar blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Camulius Talboteasar's cut.
That's time! Talboteasar's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Magomedov wants to clinch
and Talboteasar counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Magomedov to counter with a crisp jab.
Magomedov scores with a hook.
Magomedov is looking to clinch but Talboteasar is avoiding it.
Camulius Talboteasar is winning the standup battle so far.
Talboteasar moves into range and connects with a jab.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar lands the left hand.#CL2#
Magomedov darts in and clinches Talboteasar up against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Talboteasar misses with some punches.
A short left from Talboteasar.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Talboteasar throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Talboteasar has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar misses with the head strike.
Talboteasar scores with a shot to the side of Magomedov's head.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
A short left from Magomedov.
Talboteasar prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Talboteasar's elbow.
Magomedov lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Talboteasar.
Nikolai Magomedov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Talboteasar has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Talboteasar throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov pushes Talboteasar back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Talboteasar on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T2#
Talboteasar blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Talboteasar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Talboteasar avoiding damage.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Talboteasar presses Magomedov against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Talboteasar misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Talboteasar seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Magomedov can turn it around.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov wants to stall.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Talboteasar.
Talboteasar trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
Talboteasar working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Talboteasar.
Talboteasar blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Talboteasar avoids it.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Talboteasar as Magomedov tries to tie him up.
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 Camulius Talboteasar will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Camulius Talboteasar'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#
Magomedov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Magomedov looks to clinch
and Magomedov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Talboteasar lands with a right hand.
The fighters circle momentarily. Magomedov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Talboteasar keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Talboteasar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Magomedov.
Magomedov works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nice defenses there by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar swings widly with a right hand
and Magomedov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Talboteasar throws an off balance right hand
and Magomedov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Magomedov clinches.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Talboteasar or not.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. #T1#
Talboteasar managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Talboteasar pushes Magomedov back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Talboteasar stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Talboteasar.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Talboteasar lands a shot to the body.
Magomedov scores with a knee to the head.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Talboteasar avoids it.
Talboteasar tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Talboteasar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Talboteasar.
Talboteasar blocking some punches.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Talboteasar tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov trying to control the position but instead, Talboteasar has worked for underhooks and has pushed Magomedov into the ropes.
Talboteasar tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it. #T2#
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Talboteasar swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Talboteasar scores a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Talboteasar digs a right hand into Magomedov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Magomedov's gas tank.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov tries to work over Talboteasar's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov presses Talboteasar against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Talboteasar lands with a light punch inside.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Talboteasar throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Talboteasar lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov blocking some punches.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Magomedov 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 28:29
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF 38 | Human vs. Whok
Date: Feb 05, 2022

#R1#
Valentine ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Valentine let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Valentine manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Valentine can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov taking a breather.
Valentine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Valentine misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Valentine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Valentine lands with a left to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good body shot from Valentine.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T1#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Valentine's head.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Valentine looks winded!
Magomedov is leaning against Valentine and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Valentine misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Valentine tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov presses Valentine against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Valentine blocks it.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Magomedov lands a shot to the body.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Valentine's head.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Valentine misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC#Valentine is rocked!
Magomedov is controlling Valentine's neck. Magomedov unleashes a big knee up the middle! And another! Valentine goes down! Can he beat the count? 3,4,5,6... he's not going to make it! 9,10. It's all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Nikolai Magomedov!
The defeated Remy Valentine had this to say: 'I am going to get with my team and rethink a few thinks.'.

Event: AKF 33 | Ambe vs. Taurus
Date: Jan 01, 2022

#R1#
Magomedov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Magomedov rushes Ubereem and presses him up against the ropes.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Ubereem blocks it.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Magomedov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Ubereem with a nice body shot.
The referee is keeping an eye on Ubereem - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ubereem misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Our sources have told us that Magomedov has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Ubereem's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ubereem lands a right hand.
Magomedov trying to stall but Ubereem improves his position.
Magomedov trying to stall but Ubereem improves his position.
Maybe Magomedov would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
Ubereem swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T1#
Ubereem tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov slowing the pace effectively.
Ubereem is looking to control Magomedov's arms but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Ubereem has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ubereem avoids it.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
Ubereem cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Ubereem blocks it.
Ubereem lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Ubereem fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ubereem throws a punch but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ubereem is keeping busy.
Ubereem tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ubereem or not.
Ubereem doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Ubereem is blocking nicely. #T2#
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ubereem avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Ubereem controls the action.
Ubereem has a couple of punches blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov cracks Ubereem with a nice body shot.
Magomedov is working Ubereem over against the ropes.
Magomedov blocking some punches.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Ubereem blocks it.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov blocks an uppercut.
Magomedov 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!
Ubereem can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Ubereem prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Ubereem tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Ubereem back against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses. #T3#
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Ubereem.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov is working Ubereem over against the ropes.
Ubereem lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ubereem blocks it with crossed arms.
Ubereem lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Ubereem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ubereem misses with a punch to the body.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ubereem tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ubereem misses with a punch on the inside.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Ubereem swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ubereem misses with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov prevents a body shot from Ubereem. #T4#
Ubereem tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Magomedov's elbow.
Ubereem blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ubereems head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ubereem swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ubereem is defending well for now.
Ubereem tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ubereem blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Ubereem blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Ubereem tries to tie him up.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Ubereem uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
The fight stays on the outside here - Magomedov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Ubereem looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A big left from Ubereem misses.
Magomedov tries to clinch but Ubereem moves away
and Ubereem counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Ubereem misses.
Ubereem misses the body punch
and Magomedov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Alistair Ubereem has been cut.
Ubereem walks into a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ubereem gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Magomedov.#CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Ubereem blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov works on Ubereem's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Ubereem's ribcage. Ubereem let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ubereem has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ubereem on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A short left from Magomedov.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Ubereem is breathing heavily.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Ubereem controls the action.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Ubereem has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ubereem misses with a punch to the body.
Ubereem misses with some punches.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Alistair Ubereem's cut even more.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ubereem prevents a body shot from Magomedov. #T2#
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Ubereem's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Magomedov as the two fighters clinch.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ubereem lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a body punch in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a body shot in the clinch.
Magomedov is working Ubereem over against the ropes.
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
Ubereem looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head. #T3#
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ubereem or not.
Magomedov trying to stall but Ubereem improves his position.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ubereem backwards.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Ubereem controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.#ROC#Ubereem is rocked!
Good body shot from Magomedov.
Ubereem is still on wobbly legs! Can Magomedov finish him?
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ubereem seems to have recovered his senses.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head. #CUT#The cut above Alistair Ubereem's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ubereem avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes. #T4#
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Ubereem blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Ubereem misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov wants to stall.
Ubereem blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to work over Ubereem's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ubereem takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ubereem can do to turn this around?
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Ubereem controls the action.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ubereem tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ubereem's elbow.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Alistair Ubereem's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Ubereem swats away the attempt to clinch by Magomedov.
A little jabbing left from Ubereem on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Magomedov fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ubereem, pushing him back against the ropes.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ubereem tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Ubereem trying to control the position but instead, Magomedov has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ubereem into the ropes.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Ubereem controls the action.
Magomedov is working Ubereem over against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Ubereem takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Ubereem's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ubereem's gas tank.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Ubereem wants to stall.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Ubereem controls the action.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ubereem as Magomedov tries to tie him up.
Magomedov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Ubereem in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov is leaning against Ubereem and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ubereem backwards.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Magomedov trying to stall but Ubereem improves his position.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov stalling.
Magomedov is pushing Ubereem up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Ubereem avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ubereem backwards.
Magomedov lands a nice shot to the body.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Magomedov lands a right hand. #T3#
Magomedov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ubereem looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Magomedov working Ubereem over with knees to the body.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A short right from Magomedov.
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov works on Ubereem's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov works on Ubereem's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov connects with a nice cross there... Ubereem is looking wobbly and Magomedov recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Ubereem to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Magomedov jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Nikolai Magomedov!

Event: AKF 29 | Durand vs. Dimitrov
Date: Dec 04, 2021

#R1#
The Predator rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Magomedov counters with a two punch combo.
The Predator fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
The Predator connects with a nice looking jab.
Magomedov moves to clinch but The Predator breaks away
and The Predator counters with a stiff right hand.
The Predator throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The Predator lands a nice looking body shot.
Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from The Predator.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. The Predator manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The Predator misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Magomedov.
The Predator misses with an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Jab by Magomedov.#CUT2#It looks like Francis The Predator has been cut.
Magomedov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by The Predator. #T1#
The Predator throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
The Predator looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the body
and The Predator cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Magomedov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Magomedov throws a body punch but The Predator moves out of range.
The Predator comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Magomedov takes one on the button.
The Predator throws a hook but Magomedov avoids it easily.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from The Predator misses its target.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
The Predator throws a big shot that misses.
Magomedov tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. The Predator manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The Predator throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.#T2#
The Predator missing with a left hand there. Magomedov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The Predator lands a jab to the head.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The Predator lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The Predator lands the left hand.#ROC#Magomedov is rocked!
The Predator lands a body shot.
Magomedov is still on wobbly legs! Can The Predator finish him?
The Predator misses with a shot to the body
letting Magomedov counter with a right hand.
Magomedov seems to have recovered his senses.
Magomedov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Magomedov tries to clinch up.
The Predator fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The Predator digs a good hook to Magomedov's body.
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov misses with a straight right.
The Predator throwing a counter right hand but Magomedov manages to avoid it.#T3#
Magomedov misses the body punch #KD#
and The Predator counters with a perfectly timed counter left hook that drops Magomedov to the mat, face first! The Predator goes to the neutral corner and waits for the referee to start the count. Magomedov is back to hise feet already though and looking to continue the bout! Exciting stuff!
The Predator swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magomedov is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down The Predator rather than just go for the knockout.
Magomedov misses with an uppercut.
The Predator moves away from the strike by Magomedov.
The Predator is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The Predator loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
The Predator displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
The Predator swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Magomedov takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The Predator takes one on the button.
The Predator jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The Predator connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Magomedov punishes The Predator's body with a nice straight punch.
The Predator cracks Magomedov with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Magomedov is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Magomedov is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Magomedov could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Francis The Predator!
Francis The Predator seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: AKF 26 | Durand vs. Bandichoo
Date: Nov 13, 2021

#R1##CL#
Magomedov clinches up with Huri and pushes him back against the ropes.
Our sources have told us that Magomedov has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Huri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Magomedov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Huri trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
Magomedov pushes Huri back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Huri misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Huri controls his hands.
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Huri struggles to land a body shot inside as Magomedov controls his hands.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Huri avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Huri taking a breather. #T1#
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Huri looks winded!
Huri on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov. #BC#
Magomedov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Magomedov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL#
Magomedov takes the fight into the clinch.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Huri won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Huri or not.
Magomedov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Huris head.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov lands a body shot.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Huri goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Magomedov cracks Huri with a nice body shot.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Huri takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Huri is looking to control Magomedov's arms but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Huri has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to work over Huri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Huri's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Huri blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Huri.#T3#
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Huri controls the action.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Huri.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Huri.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Huri's elbow.
Huri goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Huri blocks with his arms.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Huri avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov is leaning against Huri and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Huri tries to tie him up.
Magomedov lands a nice uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Magomedov creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Huri's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Huri tries to tie him up.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Huri's elbow.
A hook to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov is working Huri over against the ropes.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Good body shot from Magomedov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Magomedov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Huri avoids it.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Huri controls his hands.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov tries to work over Huri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Huri is defending well for now.
Huri blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Huri can do to turn this around?
A body shot lands from Magomedov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Huri on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Huri is breathing heavily.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Magomedov.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Huri controls the action.
Magomedov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T1#
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Huri blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Huri or not.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
Magomedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Nikolai Magomedov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Huri takes a knee right on the jaw!
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Huri takes a knee to the side of the body.
Magomedov lands a knee to the body.
Magomedov is working Huri over against the ropes.
Magomedov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T2#
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Huri backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Come on Magomedov - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Magomedov tries to work over Huri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Huri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Huri backwards.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Magomedov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Huri backwards.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Huri misses with the head strike. #T3#
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Magomedov pushes Huri back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Huri backwards.
Magomedov lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Huri or not.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Huri avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Huri blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov works on Huri's body with a couple of short punches.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Huri on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Huri throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Huri lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Huri blocks it.
Huri lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Magomedov stalling in the clinch.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Huri backwards.
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Magomedov holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Huri's ribcage. Huri let out a lung full of air as it connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Magomedov tries to close the distance and clinch but Huri swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Magomedov wants to clinch up but Huri keeps it at a distance.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov scores with a hook.
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Huri was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.#CL#
Magomedov gets a clinch.
Huri looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov struggles to land a body shot inside as Huri controls his hands.
Magomedov crunches a lovely knee into Huri's ribcage.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land. #T1#
Magomedov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right from Magomedov.
A nice right hand lands inside from Magomedov.
Huri stalls.
Magomedov is working Huri over against the ropes.
Huri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Huri.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Magomedov.
Huri is looking to control Magomedov's arms but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns him. Now Huri has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Huri avoids the damage to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Huri.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Magomedov lands an uppercut.
Magomedov lands with a right to the head.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Huri avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Huri tries to work over Magomedov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Huri blocks it.
Huri is trying to stall.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Huri avoids the damage to the body. #T3#
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Huri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Huri is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov pushes Huri back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Huri misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC#
Magomedov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Magomedov throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice jab there from Huri.
Magomedov comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Huri slips under a jab.
Huri displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Despite the aggression on Huri's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bedr Huri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Magomedov throws a jab when Huri was well out of range.
Magomedov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Huri was well out of range. Poor timing from Magomedov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Huri scores with a body shot.
Huri lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Huri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Huri swings and misses with a hook to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Magomedov 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!

Nikolai Magomedov wins by unanimous decision!

Event: AKF 22 | Turner vs. Zy
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
A head kick misses from Bandichoo.
Bandichoo tries a head kick but it misses.
Taz Bandichoo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the body
and Bandichoo counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Magomedov pushes Bandichoo up against the ropes in a clinch.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Bandichoo avoids the damage to the body.
I was talking to Magomedov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bandichoo.
Bandichoo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Bandichoo manages to break the clinch.
Bandichoo has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Decent striking displayed by Bandichoo there.#KD2#
Bandichoo scores a knockdown with a big right hand! Magomedov beats the count and gets back to his feet. The referee asks him to walk forwards and it appears he is OK so we'll continue the bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov avoids the body shot from Bandichoo.
Bandichoo throws a sloppy head kick
and Magomedov counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Magomedov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bandichoo misses with the combination.
Magomedov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bandichoo digs a good body shot into Magomedov's ribs.#T1##CL#
Magomedov instigates a clinch.
Bandichoo on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bandichoo's elbow.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bandichoo's elbow. #BC2#
Bandichoo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bandichoo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bandichoo lunges at Magomedov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Magomedov's hand.
Bandichoo lands an overhand right.
Magomedov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nice cross by Bandichoo.#CL#
Bandichoo gets tackled into the ropes by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandichoo managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Bandichoo blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bandichoo. #BC2#
Bandichoo breaks the clinch. #T2#
Bandichoo throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Magomedov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice cross by Bandichoo.#ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!
Bandichoo cracks Magomedov with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Magomedov is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Magomedov is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Magomedov could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Taz Bandichoo!
Taz Bandichoo gave a mention to Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: AKF 18
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
Quick chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Nikolai Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Quick looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Magomedov misses with the combination.
We've been informed that Quick 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.
Quick rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Magomedov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Quick steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a lazy uppercut
and Quick counters with a stiff right hand.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD2#
Magomedov walks into a big right hand from Quick and goes down! The referee sends Quick to a neutral corner as Magomedov gets back to his feet. He looks OK so we're back under way.
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!
Magomedov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Magomedov slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
The crowd cheers as Magomedov lands an impressive looking overhand right. Quick doesn't seem phased though.
A nice inside leg kick there by Quick. That's going to slow Magomedov down. #T1#
Magomedov scores with a jab to the head.
Magomedov throws a body kick that misses #KD2#
and Quick counters with a perfectly timed counter left hook that drops Magomedov to the mat, face first! Quick goes to the neutral corner and waits for the referee to start the count. Magomedov is back to hise feet already though and looking to continue the bout! Exciting stuff!#ROC2#Magomedov is rocked!
BAM! Quick delivers a spinning backfist that drops Magomedov like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Dru Quick!
Dru Quick is the new super heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Dru Quick thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: AKF 15: Magomedov vs. Fairtex
Date: Aug 28, 2021

#R1#
Fairtex throws a lazy body kick
and Magomedov counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Songkom Fairtex has been cut.
Magomedov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fairtex has time to react.
Songkom Fairtex seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fairtex fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Magomedov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Magomedov avoids a kick to the body.
Fairtex tries to land a front kick but Magomedov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Magomedov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Fairtex misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fairtex.
Fairtex tries to counter by clinching up but Magomedov breaks away and moves out of range.#CL2#
Magomedov forces Fairtex back against the ropes and clinches.
Fairtex blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairtex blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fairtex creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
A right hand to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Fairtex throws an elbow that misses. #T1#
Fairtex working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Fairtex is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Fairtex looking to stall.
Fairtex seems a little flustered. He's come in with the intention of controlling the clinch but Magomedov is preventing him from doing so, at least for the moment.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a body punch.
A right handed body shot lands from Magomedov.
Fairtex crunches a lovely knee into Magomedov's ribcage.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairtex.
Fairtex misses with an elbow strike.
Fairtex tries a body shot but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body. #T2#
Fairtex misses with a body punch.
Fairtex is trying to stall.
Fairtex is trying to stall.
Magomedov lands a left hand.
Magomedov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Fairtex's face.
I was talking to Fairtex's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short body shot lands from Fairtex as the two fighters clinch.
Fairtex doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Fairtex blocks with his arms.
Fairtex looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Fairtex lands an elbow inside.
Fairtex trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fairtex taking a breather.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairtex.
Fairtex misses with a knee to the head.
Fairtex lands a hook that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairtex uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Fairtex obliges.
Magomedov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fairtex displaying some good clinch control by pressing Magomedov up against the ropes.
Fairtex lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Fairtex softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Fairtex avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Fairtex blocking some punches.
A short right from Fairtex.
Fairtex swings wildly with an uppercut but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fairtex tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Magomedov avoids it.
Fairtex tries to throw a body punch but Magomedov avoids it by throwing Fairtex back against the ropes.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Fairtex has Magomedov pressed against the ropes. #T4#
Fairtex managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Fairtex backwards.
Fairtex lands a nice shot to the body.
Fairtex is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fairtex.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fairtex stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Fairtex tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Fairtex uses good head movement to avoid it.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fairtex throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Knees in the clinch landing for Magomedov.
Fairtex stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fairtex throws an elbow but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Songkom Fairtex's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Magomedov misses with a wild body shot.
Magomedov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Magomedov looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL2#
Fairtex gets tackled into the ropes by Magomedov. Magomedov maintains the clinch.
Magomedov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Fairtex.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
A short right from Fairtex on the inside.
Magomedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Fairtex is blocking nicely.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairtex's elbow.
Magomedov blocks the elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fairtex lands a damaging elbow.
Nikolai Magomedov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fairtex misses with a hook from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Fairtex blocks with his arms.
Fairtex tries to stall but Magomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Fairtex avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Fairtex using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Fairtex doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Magomedov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fairtex has him pressed against the ropes.
Fairtex taking a breather.
Magomedov lands a knee to the head.
Fairtex tries a knee to the head but Magomedov blocks it.
Fairtex landing knees to the body.
Magomedov is breathing heavily.
Fairtex gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Fairtex misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Magomedov.
Magomedov has thrown a lot of knees so far in this fight and we're lead to believe that's something he's been working on the gym prior to this fight.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Fairtex is blocking nicely.
Fairtex lands a nice uppercut.
Fairtex tries to land knees in the clinch but Magomedov avoids the damage to the body.
Fairtex lands an elbow inside.
Fairtex tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Fairtex is defending well for now.
A short uppercut from Magomedov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Magomedov lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Fairtex looking to slow down the pace here.
Fairtex stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Fairtex lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairtex can't find room to land a body shot as Magomedov controls the action.
Fairtex doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fairtex lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Magomedov tries to work over Fairtex's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Fairtex blocks it.
Fairtex lands an elbow just above Magomedov 's eye.
Fairtex scores with a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Nikolai Magomedov has been cut.
Fairtex tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fairtex takes a knee to the side of the body.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Fairtex scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Fairtex blocks it.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Fairtex. #T3#
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fairtex lands a body shot in the clinch.
Fairtex lands a left hand that snaps the head of Magomedov backwards.
Fairtex pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Magomedov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairtex avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Magomedov is pushing Fairtex up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Fairtex is struggling to control the position.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairtex throws a knee to the head but misses. #T4#
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Fairtex avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Fairtex missing with knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Magomedov scores with a hook to the body.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Magomedov blocks the elbow strike.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairtex avoids the damage to the body.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Magomedov as Fairtex tries to tie him up.
Fairtex tries a knee to the head but Magomedov blocks it.
Magomedov landing knees to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Magomedov working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Magomedov.
Magomedov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Fairtex lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
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 Songkom Fairtex will probably get the nod.
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#
Fairtex takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A big left from Fairtex misses.
Magomedov doesn't manage to clinch there - Fairtex circles away.
Fairtex is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Magomedov.
A left lands for Magomedov.#CL2#
Magomedov pushes Fairtex up against the ropes in a clinch.
Fairtex stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fairtex lands a body punch in the clinch.
Fairtex has Magomedov pressed against the ropes.
Fairtex is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Fairtex comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fairtex has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Still in the clinch, Fairtex scores with a nice short uppercut.#T1#
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Fairtex.
Fairtex misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Fairtex avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Fairtex is pushing Magomedov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Fairtex prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Fairtex misses with a hook to the ribs.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice elbow from Fairtex.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fairtex.
Magomedov blocks an elbow strike.
Fairtex misses with an elbow over the top.
Fairtex lands a nice elbow.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the side of Fairtex's head. #T2#
Magomedov tries to stall but Fairtex uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Fairtex creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Fairtex tries to stall but Magomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov scores a nice knee to the body.
Magomedov is trying to maintain a safe position but Fairtex gets an underhook and turns Magomedov into the ropes.
Nice body punch from Magomedov.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Magomedov on the inside.
Fairtex blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
A left hand lands to the body for Magomedov.
Fairtex blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov digs a right hand into Fairtex's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Fairtex's gas tank.
Magomedov lands a body punch.
Magomedov lands a hook that snaps the head of Fairtex backwards.
Magomedov tries to throw a body punch but Fairtex avoids it by throwing Magomedov back against the ropes.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fairtex's elbow.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Songkom Fairtex has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Fairtex is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Fairtex avoids it.
Magomedov is looking to control Fairtex's arms but Fairtex gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Fairtex with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Fairtex throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Fairtex cracks Magomedov with a nice body shot.
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairtex avoids the damage to the body.
Fairtex swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fairtex managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Fairtex looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Fairtex blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fairtex misses with a body punch.
Magomedov is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T4#
Fairtex tries to stall but Magomedov uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Magomedov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Fairtex backwards.
Fairtex tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Magomedov avoids it.
Fairtex lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Magomedov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Magomedov takes an elbow to the temple.
Fairtex stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Fairtex lands an elbow inside that Magomedov shrugs off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fairtex lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Fairtex unloads a knee to the mid-section. Magomedov lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Magomedov takes a knee to the side of the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Fairtex - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A nice left hand lands by Fairtex.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Fairtex avoids the damage to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nikolai Magomedov.
Well Magomedov 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!

Nikolai Magomedov wins by unanimous decision! Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: AKF 12 | Duanesboy vs. Rram
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Dimitrov misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
Dimitrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Magomedov manages to avoid it.
Daniel Dimitrov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Magomedov lunges at Dimitrov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dimitrov's hand. #CUT#It looks like Daniel Dimitrov has been cut.
Dimitrov throws a sloppy body shot
and Magomedov counters with a nice uppercut.
Magomedov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dimitrov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#That has opened up Daniel Dimitrov's cut even more.
Magomedov cracks a nice hook into Dimitrov's ribs.
Dimitrov slips under a jab.
Dimitrov displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Magomedov jabs Dimitrov to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dimitrov swings for the body but Magomedov moves out of range.
It looked like Magomedov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Magomedov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Dimitrov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dimitrov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dimitrov.
Dimitrov misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
Dimitrov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Magomedov.
Dimitrov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T1#
Magomedov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dimitrov throws a head kick but Magomedov moves out of range.
Magomedov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #KD#
Dimitrov walks into a big right hand from Magomedov and goes down! The referee sends Magomedov to a neutral corner as Dimitrov gets back to his feet. He looks OK so we're back under way.#CL#
Magomedov darts in and clinches Dimitrov up against the ropes.
Magomedov creates a bit of distance and cracks Dimitrov with a big uppercut! Dimitrov goes down! The referee pushes Magomedov away into a neutral corner and starts the count. 4,5,6,7. Will Dimitrov make it up in time? He's still flopping around all over the place! The referee has called off the fight! Magomedov takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Nikolai Magomedov!
Nikolai Magomedov retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Ambush 8: Rram VS Bastard
Date: Jul 10, 2021

#R1##CL#
Meat Boy drives through and clinches with Magomedov against the ropes.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the head but Meat Boy blocks with his arms.
Meat Boy is struggling to control the position.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Meat Boy avoids the damage to the body.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Meat Boy is blocking nicely.
Magomedov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Meat Boy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Meat Boy has Magomedov pushed against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a punch to the body.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Meat Boy managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov. #T1#
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Knees to the body from Magomedov.
Meat Boy stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Magomedov lands a shoulder strike.
Magomedov has a couple of punches blocked by Meat Boy.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Meat Boy avoids it.
Meat Boy stalling against the ropes.
Meat Boy blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Magomedov looking to stall.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T2#
Magomedov misses with a punch on the inside.
Magomedov connects with a knee to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Super Meat Boy has been cut.
The referee calls for Magomedov to work.
A head punch on the inside from Magomedov fails to land.
Magomedov scores with a shoulder strike.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Meat Boy blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Come on Meat Boy - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Meat Boy is trying to stall.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body. #T3#
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Meat Boy blocking some punches.
Magomedov working aggressively here.
Meat Boy slowing the pace effectively.
Meat Boy trying to stall but Magomedov improves his position.
Magomedov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Meat Boy's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov is looking to control Meat Boy's arms but Meat Boy gets an underhook and turns him. Now Magomedov has his back to the ropes.
Meat Boy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov tries to land knees in the clinch but Meat Boy avoids the damage to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Meat Boy avoids it.#T4#
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A short left from Magomedov.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Magomedov with a knee to the head.
Meat Boy is stalling here.
Meat Boy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Meat Boy is defending well for now.
Stalling in the clinch from Meat Boy.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Meat Boy backwards.
Magomedov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Super Meat Boy'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.#R2##CL#
Meat Boy has closed the distance and engaged Magomedov in a clinch.
Meat Boy stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Magomedov effectively controlling the action here.
Magomedov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Meat Boy has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Meat Boy is trying to maintain a safe position but Magomedov gets an underhook and turns Meat Boy into the ropes.
Nikolai Magomedov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Meat Boy blocks a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Meat Boy is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but Meat Boy blocks it.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Magomedov wants to stall.
Magomedov tries to work over Meat Boy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T1#
Magomedov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Meat Boy backwards.
Meat Boy content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Meat Boy controls the action.
Meat Boy avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Meat Boy is blocking nicely.
Meat Boy takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov misses with a short punch on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Magomedov tries to stall but Meat Boy uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Meat Boy dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A shot in the inside from Magomedov.
Meat Boy will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Magomedov up against the ropes.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Magomedov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Magomedov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with some punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Meat Boy avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body. #T3#
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Meat Boy stalling in the clinch but Magomedov improves position.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Magomedov trying to stall but Meat Boy improves his position.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Meat Boy blocks it.
Magomedov swings wildly with an uppercut but Meat Boy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Magomedov can't find room to land a body shot as Meat Boy controls the action.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
The referee is keeping an eye on Meat Boy - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Meat Boy is defending well for now.#T4#
Magomedov misses with the head strike.
Magomedov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Magomedov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Meat Boy prevents a body shot from Magomedov.
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Meat Boy blocking some punches.
Magomedov lands with a left to the head.
Meat Boy wants to stall.
Magomedov trying to land knees to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Magomedov misses with a knee strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nikolai Magomedov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Super Meat Boy's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Meat Boy walks into a jab.
Super Meat Boy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fight stays on the outside here - Meat Boy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A punch lands to the side of Meat Boy 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Meat Boy clinches up against the ropes.
Magomedov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Magomedov taking a breather.
Magomedov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Meat Boy is pushing Magomedov up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Meat Boy looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov tries a body shot but Meat Boy blocks it. #T1#
Magomedov tries a body shot but Meat Boy blocks it.
Meat Boy managing to block the knees to the body from Magomedov.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Magomedov obliges.
Magomedov tries to work over Meat Boy's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Magomedov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Meat Boy takes a shot to the head.
Magomedov throws a head punch that misses.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Magomedov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Magomedov missing with knees to the body.
Meat Boy avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T2#
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Magomedov has had enough of the clinch but Meat Boy keeps him there for the moment.
Still in the clinch, Magomedov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Meat Boy blocks an uppercut.
Well,Meat Boy is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Magomedov tries to break free but Meat Boy pushes him back against the ropes.
Meat Boy avoiding damage as Magomedov throws knees to the body.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Meat Boy is blocking nicely.
A bit of stalling here from Meat Boy.
Meat Boy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Meat Boy.
Meat Boy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Meat Boy on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Magomedov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Meat Boy avoids it.
Magomedov lands with a short shot to the head.
Magomedov throws a punch but it's blocked by Meat Boy.
Magomedov digs a right hand underneath Meat Boy's ribcage. Meat Boy let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Meat Boy blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Magomedov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Magomedov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Meat Boy is defending well for now.
Magomedov lands a good knee to the midsection. Meat Boy won't want to take too many of those.
Magomedov looking to slow down the pace here.
Magomedov stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T4#
Magomedov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Magomedov misses with a knee to the head.
Meat Boy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Meat Boy blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Magomedov looking to throw knees to the head but Meat Boy is blocking nicely.
Magomedov is trying to maintain a safe position but Meat Boy gets an underhook and turns Magomedov into the ropes.
Meat Boy manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Magomedov.
Super Meat Boy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Meat Boy obliges.
Meat Boy goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Magomedov lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Magomedov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Magomedov 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 Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight for Nikolai Magomedov!

Nikolai Magomedov wins by unanimous decision!
Nikolai Magomedov is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: SP Proving Grounds 4
Date: May 01, 2020

#R1#
Bale swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Magomedov.
Bale ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bale wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Magomedov cracks Bale with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bale moves out of range as Magomedov strikes.
Bale slips under a jab from Magomedov.
Bale closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Bale cracks Magomedov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bale throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bale lands the left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bale defending well as Magomedov loads up on a big left hand.
Nikolai Magomedov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bale bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Magomedov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Magomedov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Magomedov walks into a stiff left hand from Bale.
Bale ducks under a wild hook from Magomedov.
Bale scores with a jab to the head.
Magomedov slips a straight right by Bale.
Bale lands an overhand right.
Magomedov's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bale connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Magomedov scrambles back to his feet.
Bale uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bale scores with a jab. Magomedov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Bale throws out a loose jab but Magomedov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magomedov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Magomedov scores with a shot to the body.
Bale looks to land a left hand but Magomedov moved out of range nicely.
Bale looks to throw the jab but Magomedov is out of range.
Bale lands with a good body shot.
Bale throws the left hand but Magomedov avoids the punch easily.
Magomedov let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bale.
Magomedov looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bale keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bale.
Magomedov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bale.
Magomedov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bale.
Bale throws a big shot that misses.
Bale connects with a body shot.
Magomedov connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Magomedov blocks a jab.
Magomedov moves forwards but Bale connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bale throws a jab but it's blocked by Magomedov.
Magomedov misses with a shot to the body
and Bale cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Magomedov swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bale counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Magomedov thinking.
Magomedov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Magomedov looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A little feinted left hand from Bale on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Bale swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bale thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bale is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Magomedov tries to move into range but Bale moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Magomedov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Magomedov throws a right and a left that Bale avoids nicely.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bale.
Bale displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Magomedov throws out the jab.
Bale misses with an uppercut. Magomedov saw that one coming.
A big right from Bale misses.
Bale lands a really nice looking cross but Magomedov seems unphased.
Bale ducks right into an uppercut from Magomedov.
Magomedov throws a hook but Bale avoids it easily.
Bale rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Magomedov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bale slips under a jab from Magomedov.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bale loads up on a big right hand but Magomedov slips the punch.
Magomedov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bale throws out the jab.
Bale is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bale throws a good cross that connects.
Bale misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bale slips a jab from Magomedov.
Bale is looking to counter punch.

And that's the end of the fight!
Niko Bale showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bale 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 10:9
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 10:9
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 10:9

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Niko Bale!

Event: Lost Vegas 1
Date: Apr 10, 2020

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling eachother endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
HW misses with a kick to the body
and Diego counters with a solid body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
HW sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
HW throws a body kick that misses.
Diego follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.#T1#
HW misses with a body kick.
Diego moves out of range of the body kick.
Diego throws the kick towards the body but HW avoids it.
HW is looking to counter with a body kick.
Diego misses with a body kick.
HW is looking for a counter combo.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Diego blocks the body kick.
As HW backs off Diego throws a huge counter combo but HW manages to avoid it all.
HW throws the kick towards the body but Diego avoids it.
Diego looking to land some kicks to the body here.
HW is looking to counter with a body kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Diego throws the kick towards the body but HW avoids it.
It appears HW was looking to counter with a kick there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dom Diego dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Diego scores with a kick to the body.
Diego moves out of range as HW throws a body kick.
HW takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
HW throws a half hearted mid kick.
Diego thinks about the counter body kick.#T1#
Diego throws a half hearted mid kick.
HW throws a quick counter kick to the body but Diego avoids it.
Nice body kick from Diego.
Diego throws a half hearted mid kick.
Diego keeps HW at a distance using the push kick. #T2#
Diego throws a front kick that sends HW stumbling back into the ropes.
Diego throws a body kick that misses.
HW seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Diego lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
HW pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Dom Diego showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
HW sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Diego has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A lazy body kick from HW
and Diego counters with a two punch combo.
Dom Diego seems to be getting the better of the standup.
HW looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Diego follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
HW throws a wild body kick that Diego sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Diego misses with a body kick.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Diego misses with an attempted mid kick.
Diego throws the kick towards the body but HW avoids it.
HW jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
HW looks to land a body kick but Diego moved away.
Diego unleashes a big counter combination but HW bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
HW will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
HW misses with a kick to the body
and Diego counters with a series of strikes. HW will be more careful next time no doubt.
HW pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Diego counters with a body kick.
HW gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Diego counters with a two punch combo.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
HW moves out of range as Diego throws a body kick.
HW went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dom Diego comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Diego 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dom Diego!

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