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Event:
CMMA 154 Harrison v Ferguson
Date: Sep 05, 2021 |
#R1#
Misahawa scores with a hook to the body. Volkov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Misahawa misses with the combination.
Misahawa throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Volkov swats away the attempt to clinch by Misahawa.
Misahawa moves away from the strike by Volkov.
Volkov lands a slapping body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov throws a hook but Misahawa avoids it easily.
Volkov throws a shot from downtown. Misahawa moves away and avoids it.#TD2#
Volkov drives through with a takedown into Misahawa's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1#
Misahawa wants to stand up but Volkov is controlling him.
Volkov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Misahawa is looking to stand up but Volkov isn't so interested in that idea.
Misahawa trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Volkov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Volkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Misahawa's head.
Misahawa is trying to keep Volkov in close.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Volkov connects with a couple of short punches.
Volkov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Misahawa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Volkov stops Misahawa from standing up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Volkov misses the jab.
Misahawa ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Volkov moves away.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Misahawa sprawls well. Misahawa wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Misahawa tries to bum rush Volkov with a series of wild strikes but Volkov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T3#
Misahawa throws a nice looking combination but Volkov bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Volkov connects with a body shot.
Volkov fails with the takedown#CL#
and Misahawa moves into the clinch.
Misahawa lands a knee to the head.
Misahawa tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Misahawa tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Volkov avoids it.
Misahawa with a knee to the head.
Volkov is trying to maintain a safe position but Misahawa gets an underhook and turns Volkov into the cage.#BC#
Misahawa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Volkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Misahawa ducks under a wild hook from Volkov.
Volkov thuds his right hand into Misahawa's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A punch combination from Misahawa misses.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Misahawa sprawls well. Misahawa wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Volkov gets slowly back to his feet.
Kenichi Misahawa has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Volkov.
Volkov darts in looking for a takedown but Misahawa gets double underhooks and turns Volkov into the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Misahawa misses with a jab, cross combination.
Volkov will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
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 Kenichi Misahawa will probably get the nod.
That's time! Misahawa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Misahawa moves away from the strike by Volkov.
Misahawa throws a right and a left that Volkov avoids nicely.
Misahawa scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Misahawa throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Volkov misses with a left hand #CL#
and Misahawa counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A head punch on the inside from Misahawa fails to land.
Misahawa connects with a nasty looking knee right to Volkov's face.
Our sources have told us that Misahawa has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov managing to block the knees to the body from Misahawa.
Misahawa tries a knee to the head but Volkov blocks it.
Misahawa misses with a knee to the head.
Misahawa utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Misahawa with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#T1#
Volkov is trying to break free.
Misahawa connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT#It looks like Maxim Volkov has been cut.
Misahawa landing knees to the head.
Volkov manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Misahawa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Volkov backwards.
Volkov can't break the clinch.
Misahawa misses with a knee strike.
Misahawa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Misahawa misses with a knee strike.
Misahawa lands a knee to the body.
#T2#
Volkov managing to block the knees to the body from Misahawa.
Kenichi Misahawa has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Misahawa manages to break the clinch.
Volkov shoots in and drives through. Misahawa sprawls well.
Volkov misses the shot to the body.
Misahawa appears to be looking for a big counter.
Volkov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Misahawa pinned against the cage. Misahawa gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Misahawa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T3#
Misahawa staying out of range there.
Misahawa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Volkov.
Kenichi Misahawa is winning the standup battle so far.
Misahawa throws a right and a left that both miss.
Volkov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Misahawa.#TD2#
Volkov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Misahawa tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Volkov is in Misahawa's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Volkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Misahawa working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Volkov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Volkov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Misahawa keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Misahawa is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Volkov is controlling him. #T4#
Misahawa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Misahawa on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Misahawa tries to get out of the position.
Volkov lands a couple of elbows.
Misahawa working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
Volkov chips away with some ground and pound.
Misahawa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Volkov can do to turn this around?
Misahawa controls Volkov momentarily but Volkov frees himself.
Misahawa utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Volkov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Misahawa is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Volkov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Volkov throwing shots but missing, from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kenichi Misahawa dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Maxim Volkov'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Misahawa lands a nice hook to Volkov's body. Volkov takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Misahawa throws a series of punches but Volkov moves out of range.
Sloppy strikes from Misahawa. Those never looked like landing.
Misahawa throws a series of punches but Volkov avoids them all with ease.
Misahawa misses with a series of wild punches.
Kenichi Misahawa is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Misahawa doesn't manage to clinch there - Volkov circles away.
Volkov misses with a hook. Misahawa ducked under it nicely.
As Volkov tries to get set, Misahawa tries to push him back and clinch up but Volkov manages to avoid the attempt.
Misahawa defending well as Volkov loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
A big right from Volkov misses.
Misahawa misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Volkov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Misahawa circles away.
As Volkov tries to get set, Misahawa tries to push him back and clinch up but Volkov manages to avoid the attempt.
Misahawa throws a series of punches but Volkov avoids them all with ease.
Volkov feints the counter takedown.
Misahawa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Misahawa wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kenichi Misahawa is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Volkov throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Misahawa gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Misahawa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Volkov is trying to force a seperation but Misahawa has the dominant position.#T2#
Misahawa throws a knee to the head but misses.
Misahawa throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Volkov blocks it with crossed arms.
Misahawa misses with a punch on the inside.
Volkov can't break the clinch.
Misahawa throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Volkov blocks it with crossed arms.
Misahawa tries to land a knee to the head but Volkov blocks with his arms.
Misahawa lands a knee to the head.
Misahawa scores with a nice hook to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Misahawa lands with a left to the head.
Misahawa tries a knee to the head but Volkov blocks it.
Misahawa tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Misahawa with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T3#
Volkov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Misahawa has him pressed against the cage.
Misahawa using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Volkov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Misahawa lands with a left to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Misahawa.
Misahawa throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Volkov blocks it with crossed arms.
Misahawa tries to land a knee to the head but Volkov blocks with his arms.
Misahawa with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Misahawa.
Misahawa with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Volkov wants to break free but Misahawa has control.
Volkov blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Volkov tries to break the clinch but Misahawa is controlling the position.
Misahawa stalling in the clinch but Volkov improves position. #T4#
Misahawa using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Volkov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Volkov managing to block the knees to the body from Misahawa.
A bit of stalling here from Volkov.
Misahawa misses with a knee to the head.
Volkov wants to break free but Misahawa has control.
Misahawa keeps control of Volkov as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Volkov is trying to break the clinch but Misahawa has him pressed against the cage.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Misahawa.
Volkov has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Misahawa seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Volkov can turn it around.
Misahawa throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Volkov blocks it with crossed arms.
Misahawa has Volkov pressed against the cage, preventing Volkov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Volkov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Misahawa misses with a knee to the head.
Maxim Volkov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kenichi Misahawa is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kenichi Misahawa showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Misahawa, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kenichi Misahawa!
Kenichi Misahawa bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CMMA 140 Kanaani v Morrison
Date: Aug 06, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Volkov feints and as Werdum raises his hands in defense, Volkov changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Werdum holds on and takes a little breather.
Volkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Werdum on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Werdum tries to get out of the position.
Volkov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Volkov trying to control but Werdum is working from the bottom.
Werdum looking for a sweep. Not yet Werdum, not yet.
Volkov trying to control but Werdum is working from the bottom.
Werdum is pulling down on Volkov's head to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Werdum keeps moving.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#T1#
Volkov postures up in Werdum's guard and throws a big left but Werdum blocks it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in and bounces Werdum off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Werdum pulls Volkov in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Volkov throwing strikes from guard but Werdum blocks nicely.
Volkov throws an elbow that misses. Werdum uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Volkov's guard. Nice move by Werdum!#REVR#
Werdum controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Werdum tries to stand but Volkov is controlling from the bottom. #T2#
Werdum looking to sit in guard and control but Volkov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov trying to control but Werdum is working from the bottom.
Volkov lands a couple of digs.
Werdum is pulling down on Volkov's head. It's preventing any offense from Volkov, at least for the moment.
Volkov won't allow Werdum to sweep him here. #T3#
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Volkov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Werdum has wrist control.
Werdum working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Volkov.
Werdum keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Werdum wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Volkov's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Werdum avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Werdum takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Werdum takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Volkov throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Werdum stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Volkov misses with an uppercut.
Volkov throws a body shot but no joy.
Werdum half committed to a counter leg kick.
Werdum stuffs the takedown.
Werdum half committed to a counter leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Volkov dives in and scores a takedown into Werdum's guard.
Volkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Volkov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Volkov dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Volkov misses with a hook to the body
and Werdum finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Werdum scoring well with a low kick there.
Werdum throws a leg kick that misses.
Werdum on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
No joy there for Volkov, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Werdum stuffs the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Werdum throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Werdum misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Volkov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
Volkov misses with a few strikes there.
Volkov shoots in looking for a takedown but Werdum manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Volkov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Werdum pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Werdum avoids the body shot from Volkov.
Volkov fails to land the takedown.
Anderson Werdum has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Volkov.
Werdum throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Werdum misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
No luck for Volkov with that takedown attempt. #T2#
Volkov shoots in but Werdum avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Volkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Werdum.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Werdum.
Werdum throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A head kick misses from Werdum.
Volkov blocks a head kick by Werdum.
Volkov has a takedown stuffed.#T3#
Volkov throws a right and a left that Werdum avoids nicely.
Werdum throws a nice head kick!
Werdum throws a low kick but Volkov avoids it.
Volkov changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Werdum scores with a push kick.
Werdum looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Werdum keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.
Werdum misses with a body kick. #TD2#
Werdum gets caught flat footed, as Volkov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Werdum scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Werdum moves out of range of the strikes.
Volkov loads up on a big right hand but Werdum slips the punch.
Werdum needs to keep his hands up - Volkov had a free shot at his head there.
Volkov lands a lovely overhand right.
Anderson Werdum is winning the standup battle so far.
Volkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Werdum manages to avoid it.
Werdum jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Werdum misses with a head kick.
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Volkov dips to his left and cracks Werdum with an uppercut!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anderson Werdum dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Volkov dives in and grabs Werdum's left leg, looking for a takedown. Werdum pushes down on Volkov's head and hops out.
Werdum thinks about countering with a body kick.
Werdum throws a mid kick that lands with a slap. #KD#
Werdum lands a big head kick that sends Volkov tumbling to the mat! Werdum takes a step backwards and waves Volkov back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Volkov is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Maxim Volkov has been cut.
Werdum displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Volkov.
Volkov is still on wobbly legs! Can Werdum finish him?
Volkov throws a hook but Werdum blocks it.
Werdum throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Werdum.
A nice inside leg kick there by Werdum. That's going to slow Volkov down.
Volkov seems to have recovered his senses.
Volkov lands a nice shot that snaps Werdum's head back.
#TD2#
Volkov throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Werdum was covering up waiting for the punch and Volkov finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Volkov working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Volkov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Werdum swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Volkov throwing strikes but missing.
Volkov is looking to work some ground and pound but Werdum has wrist control.
Volkov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Werdum preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Volkov stopping the sweep attempt from Werdum.
Werdum avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Volkov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Werdum as he avoids it easily.
Werdum is looking to counter with head kicks.
Anderson Werdum has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maxim Volkov.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Volkov avoids the head kick by Werdum.
Volkov on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Anderson Werdum is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Werdum lands a leg kick that knocks Volkov off balance momentarily.
Volkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Werdum quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Volkov throws a looping overhand right but Werdum ducks down to avoid it.
Volkov avoids a kick to the body.
Werdum throws a head kick but Volkov moves out of range.
Volkov misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Werdum throws a chopping leg kick but Volkov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#TD2#
Volkov shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Volkov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Werdum wants to improve his position but Volkov is controlling well.
Volkov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Werdum is having none of it.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Werdum dodges it nicely.
#T4#
Werdum tries to get to full guard but Volkov has control of the leg.
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Volkov throwing shots but Werdum is blocking nicely.
Volkov missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Volkov drops an elbow to the side of Werdum's head.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Werdum dodges it nicely.
Werdum is trying to get back to full guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Volkov connects with a nice short shot to Werdum's temple.
Werdum has hold of Volkov's hands but Volkov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Werdum dodges it nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Anderson Werdum showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Werdum has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anderson Werdum!
Anderson Werdum decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
CMMA 134 Koko v Kennedy
Date: Jul 23, 2021 |
#R1#
Fiachna takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CUT#It looks like Darragh Fiachna has been cut.#TD2#
Fiachna shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fiachna controlling the pace.
Volkov won't allow Fiachna to pass to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fiachna works his foot free and advances to mount.
Fiachna trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fiachna takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T1#
Fiachna can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Volkov is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Fiachna wants to finish this one by submission but Volkov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Fiachna. #SUB2#
Fiachna swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Volkov is now in Fiachna's guard. A big mistake from Fiachna there, giving up the dominant position!
Volkov wants to get up but he can't break Fiachna's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Volkov postures up.
Fiachna might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Volkov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
Fiachna looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
Fiachna has his hands on Volkov's head, controlling the position.
Volkov tries to stand but Fiachna is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Fiachna throws his legs up looking for a submission but Volkov uses it to pass to side control.
Fiachna gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3#
Fiachna tries to get to full guard but Volkov has control of the leg.
Fiachna is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Volkov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Volkov's back!#SUB2#
Volkov fending off the submission attempt from Fiachna. #SUB2#
Fiachna is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Volkov knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Volkov for a finish. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Volkov showing good submission defense here.
#T4##SUB2#
Fiachna working for the rear naked choke here. He's got one arm under but Volkov is defending well. A couple of punches soften him up though and Fiachna has tightened the hold! This one could be all over! It is! Volkov taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Darragh Fiachna!
Darragh Fiachna was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
BLAZE 29 -DRACULA VS CAMERA TV
Date: May 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Volkov throws a shot from downtown. Forever moves away and avoids it.
Forever feints and then cracks Volkov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Volkov down.
A slow jab from Volkov misses its intended target.
Forever throws a head kick that misses.
Volkov feinted with a counter takedown.
Forever uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Volkov.
Forever uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Volkov.
Volkov swats away the attempt to clinch by Forever.
Forever lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Forever throws a front kick that sends Volkov stumbling back into the cage.
Forever throws a head kick but Volkov moves out of range.
Volkov misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forever tries a head kick but it misses.
Forever has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Volkov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Forever lands a head kick. Volkov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Volkov misses with a wild body shot.
Forever will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Volkov misses with an uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Forever looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Forever throws a series of punches but Volkov moves out of range.
Volkov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Volkov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Forever moves into range and clinches up with Volkov.
Forever trying to land knees to the body.
#BC#
Volkov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Volkov misses with a hook. Forever ducked under it nicely.
Forever throws a fast counter high kick but Volkov manages to duck under it in time.
Forever slips a straight right by Volkov.
Volkov missing with a left hand there. Forever was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Forever lands a head kick. Volkov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Volkov throws a looping overhand right but Forever ducks down to avoid it.
Forever uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Volkov.
Forever with a nice calf kick.
Volkov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Forever misses with a head kick.
Volkov looks to land a left hand but Forever moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Forever wants to slow Volkov down by chopping away at his legs.
A telegraphed right hand from Volkov misses the target.
Volkov sets himself, and Forever steps forward looking for the clinch! Volkov avoids it this time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head kick misses from Forever.
Volkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Forever counters with a leg kick.
Forever shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Volkov as he jumps to the side.
Forever takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Maxim Volkov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Forever scores with a decent looking hook.
Volkov throws a lazy right hand but Forever sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Volkov scores with a shot to the body.
Forever throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Volkov throws a body punch but Forever moves out of range.
Forever looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Volkov throws a lazy right hand but Forever sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Forever connects with a high kick.
A right-left combo lands from Forever. #T3#
A jab from Volkov misses.
Volkov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CL2#
Forever forces Volkov back against the cage and clinches.
Forever goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Knees to the body from Forever.
Forever with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Forever using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Volkov has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Forever tries to land a knee to the head but Volkov blocks with his arms.
Volkov blocks a body shot from Forever.
Knees to the body from Forever.
Forever tries to land knees in the clinch but Volkov avoids the damage to the body.
I was talking to Volkov's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Forever jumps guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Maxim Volkov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Chadwick Forever.
Forever is trying to pull guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Volkov is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Forever's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.#T4#
Forever is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Volkov to keep the fight standing.
Forever with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#It looks like Maxim Volkov has been cut.
Good body shot from Forever.
Forever tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Forever back against the cage.
Forever jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Volkov walks away with a smile on his face. Forever gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Volkov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Forever circles away quickly and effectively.
Forever raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov misses with a straight left.
Volkov lands with a shot to the body.
Forever tries for a takedown but Volkov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Volkov misses with a hook.
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Volkov blocks a head kick by Forever.
Forever blocks a jab.
Forever wants to counter with a clinch but Volkov pushes him away.
The fighters circling - Volkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chadwick Forever dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Maxim Volkov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Forever gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Forever successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Forever is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Volkov defends well.
Volkov wants to stand but Forever has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Forever tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Volkov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Forever on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Forever throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Volkov escapes and throws Forever's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Forever tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Forever gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Volkov seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Forever manages to get to full guard.
Forever wants to control but Volkov passes easily into half guard.
Forever tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
Volkov seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Forever slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Forever wants to improve his position but instead Volkov has moved into half guard.
Volkov tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Forever is looking to improve his position.
Forever is trying to maintain the position but Volkov is very close to passing his half guard.
Volkov wants to get back to his feet.
#T3##SU#
Volkov decides to return to a standing position.
Volkov throws a hook to the side of Forever's head but Forever sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Forever wants to counter the offense by Volkov and move into the clinch position.
Volkov misses the jab.
Volkov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Volkov misses with an uppercut
and Forever counters with a thumping low kick.
Volkov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Forever throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Volkov's head.
Forever throws a head kick that misses.
Forever moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.
Maxim Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov connects with a single shot there.
Volkov throws a lazy uppercut
and Forever counters with a thumping low kick.
Volkov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Forever moves away.
Volkov is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Volkov missing with a left hand there. Forever was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Forever waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Volkov.
Forever throws a sloppy head kick and Volkov moves out of range easily.
Volkov throws a hook but Forever blocks it.
Forever ducks under a wild hook from Volkov.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Volkov misses with a straight right.
Volkov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Forever connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Forever lands with a slapping head kick.
Volkov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Volkov swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Volkov dodges the punch combination from Forever.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Forever moves out of range of the strikes.
Forever scores with a head kick.
Volkov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Forever sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Volkov misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Chadwick Forever will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Maxim Volkov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Volkov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Forever lands a head kick. Volkov smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Forever pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Forever is looking to clinch.
Volkov misses with a hook. Forever ducked under it nicely.
Volkov thows a left - swing and a miss!
Forever slips a straight right by Volkov.
Forever tries to land a front kick but Volkov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Forever lets loose with a powerful body kick. Volkov will feel that in the morning.
Forever moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.
Forever uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Volkov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov lands with a right hand.
Chadwick Forever seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Volkov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Volkov misses with a body punch
and Forever counters with a nice uppercut.
Forever ducks under a wild hook from Volkov.
Forever defending well as Volkov loads up on a big left hand.
Forever tries to counter by closing the distance.
A jab from Volkov does it's job there.#T1#
Volkov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Forever moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Forever throws a head kick that misses.
Volkov takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Volkov misses with an uppercut
and Forever counters with a solid body kick.
Volkov stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nice shot lands for Volkov.#ROC#Forever is rocked!
Volkov cracks Forever with a left hook right on the temple and Forever goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Volkov lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Forever is OK!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maxim Volkov! |
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Event:
BLAZE 25 - SLAISSI VS GOEBBELS
Date: Apr 29, 2021 |
#R1#
A cross from Volkov lands.#CL#
Murphy rushes Volkov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Murphy jumps guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Murphy tries to pull guard but Volkov won't allow it.
Murphy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Volkov to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manus Murphy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murphy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Murphy is trying to pull guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Murphy gets control of Volkov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Murphy will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Murphy has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Murphy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
Murphy is pulling down on Volkov's head to control his posture.
Volkov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Murphy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Murphy looking for a guillotine here but Volkov defends easily.
#T1#
Murphy is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Volkov trying to stand up but can't free himself from Murphy's guard.
Murphy will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Murphy is trying to keep Volkov in close.
Murphy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB#
Murphy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Murphy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Murphy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Murphy is looking to take a break and control but Volkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Volkov is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Murphy asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Volkov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T3#
Murphy has knee on belly momentarily but Volkov bucks him off and regains half guard.
Volkov is trying to stand.
Murphy trying to mount his opponent but Volkov defends it.
Murphy perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Murphy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Volkov sees it coming and defends easily.
Murphy performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Murphy continues to stall.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Murphy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Murphy is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Volkov.
Volkov looks to throw the jab but Murphy is out of range.
Murphy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkov manages to circle out of the way.
Murphy slips a straight right by Volkov.
Volkov keeps the fight on the outside.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Murphy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Volkov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Murphy gets a clinch.
Murphy jumps guard but Volkov stands there with Murphy around his waist. Murphy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Murphy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Volkov smiles and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Manus Murphy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Volkov swats away the attempt to clinch by Murphy.
Murphy slips under a jab from Volkov.#CL#
Murphy gets a clinch.
Murphy is trying to pull guard but Volkov has him pressed against the cage.
Murphy fails to pull guard.
Murphy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Volkov to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manus Murphy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murphy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Volkov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Murphy fails to pull guard.
Volkov is trying to push Murphy away but Murphy has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Volkov wants to break free but Murphy has control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Murphy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Murphy tries to pull guard but Volkov won't allow it.
Murphy jumps guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Murphy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD#
Murphy manages to pull guard.
#T1##SU2#
Volkov stands up and waves to Murphy to follow him.
Murphy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Volkov.
Volkov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Volkov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Murphy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from Volkov misses.
Murphy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkov manages to circle out of the way.
Murphy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Murphy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkov manages to circle out of the way.
Murphy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Volkov throws out the jab.
Murphy is looking to counter the offense by Volkov and move into the clinch.
Volkov looks to land a right hand but Murphy moved out of range.
Murphy shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Murphy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.
Murphy tries to counter by clinching up but Volkov breaks away and moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Volkov misses the target. #CL#
Volkov tries to keep at a distance but Murphy has taken the fight into the clinch.
Murphy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Volkov just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Murphy is trying to pull guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Murphy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Murphy is trying to pull guard but Volkov turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Volkov is trying to force a seperation but Murphy has the dominant position.
Murphy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Volkov smiles and moves away.
Volkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it.
Murphy wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Murphy moves in looking to clinch but Volkov pushes him off.
Murphy takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Volkov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Murphy tries to clinch up.
A big left from Volkov misses.
Volkov is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Volkov throws a jab when Murphy was well out of range.
Volkov keeps the fight on the outside.
Volkov loads up on a big right hand but Murphy slips the punch.
Murphy is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Volkov.
Murphy tries to clinch but Volkov is having none of it. #T3#
Murphy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Volkov with the counter takedown but Murphy avoids it easily.
Maxim Volkov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Volkov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Murphy.
Murphy takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Maxim Volkov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Volkov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Murphy slips under a jab.
Volkov throws out a loose jab but Murphy uses good head movement to avoid it.
Murphy is looking to counter the offense by Volkov and move into the clinch.
Volkov missing with a left hand there. Murphy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Murphy tries to clinch there but Volkov circles away.
#CL#
Murphy clinches up with Volkov and pushes him back against the cage.
Murphy tries to pull guard but Volkov holds him up against the cage and eventually Murphy drops back down to his feet.
Murphy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Volkov tries to break free but Murphy pushes him back against the cage.
Murphy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T4##TD#
Murphy ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Murphy no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Manus Murphy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Murphy working for a triangle but Volkov defends it easily.
Volkov is looking to stand up but Murphy won't let him.
Volkov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Murphy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Volkov is one step ahead there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Volkov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Murphy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Volkov misses with a hook.
Murphy moves away from the strike by Volkov.
Murphy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Volkov manages to circle out of the way.
Volkov swats away the attempt to clinch by Murphy.
Murphy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Volkov throws out a loose jab but Murphy uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Murphy clinches with his opponent.
Murphy tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Volkov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Murphy jumps guard but Volkov stands there with Murphy around his waist. Murphy gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Murphy is trying to pull guard but Volkov has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manus Murphy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Murphy pulls guard successfully.
Volkov tries to stand but Murphy is controlling from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Volkov is posturing up here but Murphy has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Volkov tries to roll out but it's too tight and Volkov has to tap! Slick submission there by Murphy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Manus Murphy!
In his post fight interview, Manus Murphy started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
BLAZE 21 -ROCKSTEADY VS VOLKOV
Date: Apr 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Rocksteady swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Volkov throws a jab but it's blocked by Rocksteady.
Volkov lands the left hand.
Rocksteady misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Rocksteady bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Rocksteady thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Volkov felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Rocksteady works to advance to full mount. Volkov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Volkov wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
Volkov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rocksteady. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Volkov avoids a series of strikes thrown by Rocksteady.
#T1#
Rocksteady looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rocksteady pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#SUB#
Rocksteady jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Volkov manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Rocksteady fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rocksteady wants to lay and pray for a moment but Volkov keeps working.
Volkov pushes Rocksteady away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Rocksteady gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Rocksteady controls the position from side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Volkov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Rocksteady misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Rocksteady trying to control the action but Volkov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Donk. Volkov catches Rocksteady right on the button with a cross.
Rocksteady defending well as Volkov loads up on a big left hand.
Rocksteady takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The fighters circling - Volkov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rocksteady shoots in for a double leg but Volkov sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Volkov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Volkov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rocksteady defends it well.
Volkov catches Rocksteady with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T4#
Volkov lands a jab to the nose.
Volkov misses with a looping right.
Volkov avoids a punch combination nicely.
Volkov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Volkov lands an overhand right.
Rocksteady avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rocksteady was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice sprawl there from Volkov as Rocksteady shoots in.
Some wild striking there from Volkov.
Rocksteady walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Volkov connects with a body shot that sends Rocksteady's belly button to the back.
Rocksteady is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Rocksteady tries for a takedown but Volkov sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Rocksteady. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Rocksteady drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#ES2#
Volkov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Volkov dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Volkov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Volkov dips to his left and cracks Rocksteady with an uppercut!
Rocksteady thows a left - swing and a miss!
Volkov scores with a sloppy right hand. Rocksteady should have avoided that one.
Volkov misses with a hook. Rocksteady ducked under it nicely.
Rocksteady looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Volkov is fending him off so far but Rocksteady persists. Nope, Volkov circles away and we're back to standing.
Rocksteady tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Volkov swivels and escapes.
Volkov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rocksteady manages to avoid it.#TD#
Rocksteady closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Volkov quickly recovers to half guard.
Rocksteady stops Volkov from getting back to his feet.
Rocksteady sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Volkov defending well though.
Rocksteady looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T1#
Rocksteady wants to lay and pray for a moment but Volkov keeps working.
Rocksteady lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Rocksteady is trying to control. Volkov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Volkov is trying to stand up here but Rocksteady is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rocksteady slips a jab from Volkov.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#TD#
Rocksteady decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Volkov won't allow Rocksteady to pass to mount.
Volkov is refusing to be controlled, as Rocksteady sits in half guard.
Rocksteady sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Volkov defending well though.
Volkov pushes Rocksteady off looking to stand but Rocksteady dives back in and keeps control.
Rocksteady thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#T3#
Volkov is trying to stand back up but Rocksteady is controlling him
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Rocksteady changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rocksteady darts in looking for a takedown but Volkov gets double underhooks and turns Rocksteady into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Rocksteady. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rocksteady wants a takedown.
Rocksteady tries a body shot but Volkov blocks it.
Rocksteady gets through Volkov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rocksteady tries to throw a body punch but Volkov avoids it by throwing Rocksteady back against the cage.
Rocksteady is looking for a takedown.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rocksteady.
Volkov prevents a body shot from Rocksteady.
Volkov is pressed up against the cage. Rocksteady has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Volkov down to the mat. Volkov avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Volkov closes the distance and lands a one-two.#T4#
Volkov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rocksteady was well out of range. Poor timing from Volkov.
Volkov throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rocksteady shoots in for a takedown but Volkov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Rocksteady closes this distance looking for a takedown but Volkov circles away.
Volkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rocksteady's hands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Volkov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rocksteady.
And Volkov tries to counter it with a takedown but Rocksteady pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Rocksteady shoots for a double leg takedown but Volkov sprawls well. He's pushed Rocksteady's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Volkov throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A punch combination from Volkov misses.
Volkov tests Rocksteady's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rocksteady fails with a takedown attempt.
Rocksteady slips a straight right by Volkov.
James Rocksteady seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rocksteady misses the shot to the body.
Volkov drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rocksteady defends it well.
Rocksteady wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Rocksteady throws a body shot but no joy.
Volkov defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Rocksteady.
Volkov thuds his right hand into Rocksteady's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rocksteady throws a jab when Volkov was well out of range.
Volkov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Volkov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Volkov throws a body punch but Rocksteady moves out of range.
Rocksteady misses the jab.
Good exchange - Volkov coming out on top.
Rocksteady tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Volkov defends well and Rocksteady ends up having to push Volkov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rocksteady swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rocksteady lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Volkov.#TD#
Rocksteady has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Volkov regains guard immediately.
Volkov wants to stand up but Rocksteady is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Volkov keeping moving, preventing Rocksteady from controlling successfully. #T1#
Rocksteady won't allow Volkov to get back to his feet.
Rocksteady throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rocksteady stops Volkov from standing up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
James Rocksteady has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Rocksteady shoots in looking for a takedown but Volkov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rocksteady's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Volkov throws the left hand but Rocksteady avoids the punch easily.
Nice shot by Rocksteady.
Rocksteady takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rocksteady darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Volkov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Volkov lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rocksteady circles away quickly and effectively.
Volkov slips a straight right by Rocksteady.
Volkov scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#TD#
Rocksteady scores with a takedown into Volkov's guard.
Rocksteady tries to free his leg and advance position but Volkov is retaining full guard.
Rocksteady trying to control the position from guard on top but Volkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Rocksteady is really struggling to control Volkov but he's trying to hold on to the position.#ES2#
Volkov manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Volkov lands a jab to Rocksteady's midsection.
Rocksteady throws a body punch but Volkov moves out of range.
Volkov feints the counter takedown.
Rocksteady tries to score a power double leg takedown but Volkov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rocksteady somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for James Rocksteady. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A lazy left from Volkov finds it's target.#T4#
Rocksteady needs to keep his hands up - Volkov had a free shot at his head there.
The fighters circling - Rocksteady throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Maxim Volkov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rocksteady shoots in looking for a takedown but Volkov manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Rocksteady's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Volkov's jab looks to have found its range, popping Rocksteady under the eye.
Good standup being displayed there by Volkov as he connects with a hook.
Maxim Volkov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Volkov scores with a decent looking hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Volkov pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Rocksteady back to the cage. Volkov follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#TD#
Rocksteady closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Volkov's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Volkov is looking to stand up but Rocksteady isn't so interested in that idea.
Maxim Volkov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rocksteady loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that's the end of the fight!
Maxim Volkov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Volkov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight for Maxim Volkov!
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight for Maxim Volkov!
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight for Maxim Volkov!
Maxim Volkov wins by unanimous decision! |
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Event:
BLAZE 16 - TREJO VS DISTEFANO
Date: Feb 25, 2021 |
#R1#
Raver looks for the body kick but Volkov saw that one coming.
Volkov looks to land a right hand but Raver moved out of range.
Volkov just misses with a punch to the body.
Volkov scores with a crisp jab that stopped Raver in his tracks. #CUT#It looks like Paul Raver has been cut.
Raver misses with a looping left.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Raver misses with a kick to the body.
Raver pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #KD#
Volkov drops his shoulder and cracks Raver with a huge uppercut! Raver goes down! Can Volkov finish him?
#ROC#Raver is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Volkov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Raver is still in real trouble! Can Volkov finish him?
Volkov postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Raver covers up, he's hurt! Volkov keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Volkov and the ref steps in to end the fight! Volkov can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maxim Volkov! |
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Event:
BLAZE 10 - ANDERSSON VS VOLKOV
Date: Jan 14, 2021 |
#R1#
Andersson staying out of range there.
Andersson throwing a counter right hand but Volkov manages to avoid it.
Andersson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Volkov.
Andersson moves away from the strike by Volkov.
Andersson misses with a wild combination.
A shot to the liver by Andersson. Beautiful body shot.
Andersson shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Volkov defends it nicely.
Volkov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Andersson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#CUT#It looks like Maxim Volkov has been cut.
Horrible takedown attempt by Andersson or perhaps it was just good defense by Volkov, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Andersson clinches.
Andersson stalling the fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Volkov.
A hook to the body from Andersson.
#T1#
Andersson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Volkov pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Stefan Andersson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Volkov slaps away a takedown attempt from Andersson, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Andersson misses the jab.#CL#
Andersson gets a clinch.
Andersson lands with a light punch inside.
Andersson is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Volkov is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Andersson lands a body punch.
Andersson struggles to land a body shot inside as Volkov controls his hands.
Andersson is stalling here.
Andersson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Andersson wants a takedown but no success here.
#T2#
Andersson tries to score a body lock takedown but Volkov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Andersson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A shot in the inside from Andersson.
Andersson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#TD2#
Volkov has hold of one of Andersson's legs. Andersson is fighting the takedown attempt but Volkov gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Andersson has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Volkov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Andersson looking for a sweep. Not yet Andersson, not yet.
Volkov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Andersson has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Volkov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Andersson's head.
Andersson wants to sweep here but Volkov controlling him for the moment.
Volkov lands a couple of digs.
Volkov wants to control from the top but Andersson keeps moving. #T3#
Volkov stands up over Andersson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Andersson keeping moving, preventing Volkov from controlling successfully.
Volkov won't allow Andersson to sweep him here.
Volkov with a nice head shot there.
Volkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Volkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Volkov postures up and lands a big shot to Andersson's brow.
Andersson wants to stand up but Volkov is controlling him.
Volkov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Andersson's head.
Volkov scoring with some ground and pound.
Volkov is in close to Andersson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Volkov chips away with some ground and pound.
Volkov lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Volkov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Volkov slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Andersson has momentary wrist control but Volkov slips an elbow through the middle.
Andersson wants to sweep here but Volkov controlling him for the moment.
Volkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Volkov works over Andersson with some ground and pound from guard.
Volkov with a nice head shot there.
Andersson throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Volkov trying to control the position from guard on top but Andersson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Volkov chips away with some ground and pound.
Volkov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Volkov landing some decent shots from guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Maxim Volkov will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Maxim Volkov's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Volkov scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Andersson manages to get back to half guard.
Volkov prevents Andersson from improving his position.
Andersson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Andersson tries to get out of the position.
Volkov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Andersson with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Volkov is keen to just control but Andersson is a slippery customer.
Volkov lands with a punch from half guard.
Volkov passes the guard and advances to mount!
The referee warns Andersson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Andersson is trying to escape the mount.
Volkov connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#T1#
Andersson sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Volkov wants to take a breather but Andersson is having none of it.
Volkov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Volkov passes to full mount!
Volkov prevents Andersson from getting the reversal.
Volkov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Volkov avoids the attempt from Andersson to control.
Volkov is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Volkov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T2#
Volkov unloading with bombs!#ROC2#Andersson is rocked!
Andersson tries to hold on but Volkov pushes him away.
Volkov landing punches.
Oh Andersson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Oooooh, big shot lands for Volkov! Andersson is hurt baaadly! Volkov is firing away with more strikes - Andersson is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:30 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maxim Volkov! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 17, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Volkov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wrecks blocking the ground and pound attempt from Volkov.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wrecks's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Volkov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Wrecks tries to roll over but Volkov keeps him under control.
Volkov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Wrecks dodges it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrecks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Wrecks dodges it nicely.
Volkov winds up and cracks Wrecks with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Wrecks is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Volkov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wrecks defending well though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Volkov lands a nice short elbow.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wrecks's head.
Volkov throwing shots but Wrecks is blocking nicely.
Volkov is trying to control. Wrecks wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Wrecks avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Volkov.
Volkov looks to land a strike but Wrecks avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Volkov throws a big elbow that misses.
Volkov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Volkov trying to control but Wrecks is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2##TD2#
Volkov shoots in and gets a takedown into Wrecks's guard.
Wrecks on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Wrecks tries to get out of the position.
Volkov looking to sit in guard and control but Wrecks gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Wrecks tries to free his leg and advance position but Volkov is retaining full guard.
Wrecks stopping the sweep attempt from Volkov.
Volkov keeps trying to improve his position.
Volkov controlling the position.#T3#
Volkov bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Wrecks's guard. #REVB#
Volkov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Volkov slips nicely into half guard.
Wrecks trying to control from the bottom.
Volkov thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Wrecks's head.
Volkov lands strikes from half guard.
Volkov working Wrecks over with strikes.
Volkov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Wrecks defending well though.
Volkov thows a huge punch but Wrecks dodges it nicely.
Volkov throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Volkov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Volkov throwing shots but Wrecks is blocking nicely.
Volkov with the ground and pound but Wrecks uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Volkov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Volkov trying to control but Wrecks is working from the bottom.
Volkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wrecks avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Volkov cracks Wrecks with a solid left hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Volkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Volkov postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Volkov scoring with punches to the head and body.
Volkov with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Maxim Volkov dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Wrecks gets caught flat footed, as Volkov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Volkov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wrecks works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Volkov is pushing down on Wrecks's leg trying to pass to half guard. Wrecks is fighting to maintain full guard but Volkov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Volkov is nestled in close to Wrecks, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Wrecks keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Volkov not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Volkov passes to side control.
Volkov grinds an elbow into Wrecks's temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wrecks taking punishment in the form of punches.
Volkov trying to control the action but Wrecks is working from the bottom. #T1#
Wrecks defending against the ground and pound.
Volkov scores with a couple of short elbows.#ROC2#Wrecks is rocked!
Volkov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Volkov wants to control but Wrecks is keeping him busy.
Oh Wrecks is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wrecks avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Volkov.
Wrecks seems to have got his legs back now.
The strikes coming from Volkov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Wrecks is looking to regain half guard here but Volkov keeps moving and retains side control.
Volkov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Volkov wants to control but Wrecks is keeping him busy.
Maxim Volkov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Volkov in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Wrecks looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Volkov turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maxim Volkov! |
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