Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 140 Abarai vs Kofel
Date: Sep 17, 2022

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dracul, as that shot connected.
Zhikova looks to score with a jab to the body but Dracul is just out of range.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt.
Zhikova shoots in and drives through. Dracul sprawls well.
Dracul throws a body punch but Zhikova moves out of range.
Zhikova tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dracul has been working on his boxing with his coaches at New York Public Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Dracul swings for the body but Zhikova moves out of range.
Zhikova avoids the body shot from Dracul.
Dracul defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zhikova.
Vlad Dracul has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.#TD2#
Zhikova looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Zhikova sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zhikova postures up in Dracul's guard and throws a big left but Dracul blocks it.
Dracul looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zhikova trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Zhikova content to stall in guard here.
Zhikova throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Zhikova from controlling successfully.
Zhikova cracks Dracul with a solid left hand.
Zhikova in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Zhikova has gone for a leg lock! Dracul slips out almost immediately though and dives into Zhikova's guard.#REVR#
Zhikova controlling the position.
Our spies down at at Doom's Gym inform us that Zhikova has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Dracul trying to control but Zhikova is working from the bottom.
Dracul knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zhikova on the ground.
Zhikova looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul is stalling in the full guard.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Zhikova has control of Dracul's left arm, preventing Dracul from doing any damage.
Zhikova's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Zhikova has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zhikova looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there.
Zhikova has his hands on Dracul's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Dracul lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Zhikova misses with a wild combination.
Zhikova has a takedown stuffed.
A swing and a miss from Dracul.
Zhikova lands a right hook to the body.
Zhikova waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Zhikova has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Zhikova uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dracul.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A lazy left from Dracul finds it's target.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zhikova.
Dracul misses with a straight left.
Dracul is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Dracul misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zhikova bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Dracul sprawls well. Dracul wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zhikova gets slowly back to his feet.
Dracul throws a jab but it's blocked by Zhikova.
Dracul lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Zhikova steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dracul.
Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dracul avoids it really well and circles away.
Dracul misses the shot to the body.
A big right from Dracul misses.
Zhikova tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Dracul fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Zhikova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dracul.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova connects with a body shot that sends Dracul's belly button to the back.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dracul misses with a wild body shot.
Zhikova swings for the body but Dracul moves out of range.
Dracul keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Vlad Dracul is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A slow jab from Dracul misses its intended target. #TD2#
Zhikova shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Dracul is trying to defend but Zhikova finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Zhikova wants to free his trapped foot but Dracul is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vlad Dracul dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Zhikova slips under a jab from Dracul.
Dracul throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dracul scores with a jab. Zhikova acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt.
Dracul keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Vlad Dracul has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Zhikova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dracul's waist but Dracul gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zhikova off to one side.
Zhikova tries for a takedown but Dracul circles away easily
and Dracul counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Zhikova scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Dracul tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dracul regains half guard.
Zhikova is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dracul doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova. #T1##SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura but Dracul is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zhikova to get the leverage.
Zhikova thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Zhikova passes to side control.
Zhikova wants to control but Dracul is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dracul knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zhikova creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Dracul sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Zhikova throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Dracul works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Dracul is trying to maintain the position but Zhikova is very close to passing his half guard.
Zhikova content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Let's hope that Zhikova has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Zhikova sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dracul defending well though.
Zhikova seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dracul on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dracul tries to get out of the position.
Dracul blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zhikova. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dracul doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova.
Zhikova not doing much here. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Zhikova is looking to advance position but Dracul won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Zhikova passes to full mount!
Dracul blocking the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Zhikova is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Zhikova!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Pinina Zhikova!
Pinina Zhikova decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: DMMA 131 Johnson Vs Luciano
Date: Aug 14, 2022

#R1#
Zhikova has a takedown stuffed.
A little feinted left hand from Nicoletta on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice takedown defense from Nicoletta. No joy for Zhikova on that attempt.
Nicoletta has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Latin Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Zhikova lands with a good body shot.
Nicoletta avoids the body shot from Zhikova.
Nicoletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nicoletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sloppy strikes from Nicoletta. Those never looked like landing.
Zhikova lands a right hook to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Zhikova throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range.
Zhikova steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta.
Decent striking displayed by Zhikova there.
Zhikova pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zhikova fails with the takedown
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Zhikova fails to land the takedown.#TD2#
Nicoletta gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zhikova looking to pass the guard.
Zhikova wants to stand but Nicoletta is controlling his posture from full guard. #T1#
Zhikova in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #ES#
Nicoletta has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Zhikova off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
A big left from Nicoletta misses.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt.
Nicoletta throws a counter high kick but Zhikova was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses.
Zhikova waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Nicoletta.
Zhikova is trying hard to land a takedown here. Nicoletta sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Nicoletta stuffs the takedown.
Nicoletta throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily.
Zhikova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nicoletta circles away.
Nicoletta throws a shot from downtown. Zhikova moves away and avoids it.
Nice takedown defense from Nicoletta. No joy for Zhikova on that attempt.
Nicoletta is looking to counter punch.
Nicoletta cracks Zhikova with a good jab.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nicoletta tries a head kick but it misses. #T2#
Nicoletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhikova.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zhikova slips a straight right by Nicoletta.
Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nicoletta avoids it really well and circles away.
Nicoletta misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A big right from Nicoletta misses.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova shoots and misses
and Nicoletta counters with a straight right hand.
Zhikova moves away from the strike by Nicoletta. #TD2#
Zhikova darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Zhikova is trying to control. Nicoletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nicoletta is looking to escape.
Zhikova is trying to control. Nicoletta wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nicoletta is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura but Nicoletta is defending well.
Zhikova moves nicely into side control.
Nicoletta managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Zhikova.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Nicoletta is trying to get back to his feet.
Zhikova tries to move into full mount but can't pass Nicoletta's legs.
Nicoletta wants to get back to his feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Nicoletta stops Zhikova from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Nicoletta is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Nicoletta is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Zhikova trying to control the action but Nicoletta is working from the bottom.
Nicoletta is trying to buck Zhikova off.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Casimiro Nicoletta is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zhikova shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Nicoletta defends it nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round.
That's time! Nicoletta's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Zhikova shoots and misses
and Nicoletta counters with a stiff right hand.
Nicoletta scores with a head kick.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nicoletta as he avoids it easily.
Nicoletta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zhikova tries for a takedown but Nicoletta sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Nicoletta swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Nicoletta with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Nicoletta throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zhikova. #TD2#
Nicoletta tries to sprawl but Zhikova drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nicoletta is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nicoletta has managed to free his arm - good work. #ES#
Nicoletta makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Nicoletta throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily.
Nicoletta lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nicoletta takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nicoletta stalks Zhikova and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Zhikova's face. Zhikova staggers backwards, shaken.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T1#
Nicoletta throws an overhand right that lands on Zhikova's shoulder, as Zhikova tries to avoid the shot.
Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but Zhikova ducks down to avoid it.
Nicoletta throws a lazy right hand but Zhikova sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zhikova fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Zhikova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhikova blocks a jab.
Zhikova slips a straight right by Nicoletta.
Zhikova is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Nicoletta rather than just go for the knockout.
Nicoletta is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhikova.
Nicoletta's corner calls for a 1-2. Nicoletta obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nicoletta is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far.
Zhikova shoots for a takedown but Nicoletta saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Zhikova throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD2#
Zhikova closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nicoletta did well to prevent Zhikova getting side control.
Zhikova is keen to just control but Nicoletta is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Zhikova is working for a kimura here but Nicoletta manages to reverse the position and he's now in Zhikova's guard.
Nicoletta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zhikova can do to turn this around?
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU#
Nicoletta decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Zhikova, up you get!
Zhikova steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta.#T2#
Zhikova takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Zhikova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Nicoletta as he avoids it easily.
Zhikova avoids the head kick by Nicoletta.
Zhikova keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Nicoletta.
Zhikova changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Nicoletta checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice sprawl there from Nicoletta as Zhikova shoots in.
Zhikova throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Nicoletta counters with a head kick that drops Zhikova to the mat! Zhikova scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Zhikova is rocked!
Crack! A monster head kick from Nicoletta and Zhikova falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Nicoletta!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Casimiro Nicoletta!
Our winner, Casimiro Nicoletta, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: DMMA 122 Niculescu vs Pinks II
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1#
Zhikova throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
so Shifter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Shifter trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Zhikova looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shifter is one step ahead there.
Zhikova seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Shifter passes Zhikova's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zhikova has managed to free his arm - good work.
Shifter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zhikova controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Shifter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shifter tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zhikova knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zhikova might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shifter wants to work for an arm triangle but Zhikova is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Shifter seems to be working for a kimura but Zhikova defends the submission attempt.
Shifter not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T1#
Zhikova has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shifter is working away from the top position though.
Shifter slips a nice elbow through Zhikova's hands, connecting with Zhikova's forehead.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zhikova manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Shifter won't allow Zhikova to sweep him here.
Zhikova seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Shifter missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Shifter keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Zhikova's head.
Zhikova wants to sweep here but Shifter controlling him for the moment.
Shifter is looking to work some ground and pound but Zhikova has wrist control.
Shifter missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Zhikova avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Zhikova looking for a sweep. Not yet Zhikova, not yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zhikova holds on and takes a little breather.
Zhikova looking to control. #T2#
Shifter wants to pass the guard but Zhikova is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Shifter drops back looking for a leg! Zhikova is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zhikova manages to kick Shifter off! Shifter jumps back into Zhikova's guard.
Zhikova tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Shifter slips nicely into half guard.
Zhikova gets full guard.
Shifter throws a big elbow that misses.
Shifter preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shifter passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura but Zhikova is defending well. #SUB2#
Shifter seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a kimura but Zhikova is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shifter to get the leverage. #T3#
Zhikova is looking to improve his position.
Zhikova trying to control but Shifter postures up.
Zhikova is trying to stand up here but Shifter is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Shifter seems to be looking for submissions.
Zhikova wants to get back to full guard.
Shifter wants to pass the guard but Zhikova is defending well. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zhikova has managed to free his arm - good work.
Zhikova trying to control here.
Shifter not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zhikova is just riding it out for now. Shifter eventually gives up the hold.
Zhikova wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Shifter throwing shots but Zhikova is blocking nicely.
Zhikova wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zhikova sees it coming and defends easily.
Zhikova wants to get back to his feet.
Zhikova is trying to maintain the position but Shifter is very close to passing his half guard.
Shifter prevents Zhikova from improving his position.
Zhikova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Shifter looking to pass the guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shifter loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB#
Zhikova working for a triangle but Shifter defends it easily.
Zhikova trying to keep a closed guard but Shifter is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shape Shifter 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#
Zhikova throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #TD#
Zhikova looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Shifter keeping moving, preventing Zhikova from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.
Zhikova content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Zhikova avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Shape Shifter has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.#T1#
Zhikova trying to control the position from guard on top but Shifter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shifter wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Shifter looking for a sweep. Not yet Shifter, not yet. #SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zhikova defends well.
Zhikova forces his way into half guard.
Shifter is looking for a sweep. Zhikova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zhikova lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.#T2##SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura but Shifter is defending well.
Shifter tries to roll over but Zhikova keeps him under control.
Zhikova wants to control but Shifter is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Zhikova is trying for a kimura here. Shifter looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Zhikova wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pinina Zhikova!
In his post fight interview, Pinina Zhikova started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: DMMA 110 Wife vs Zhikova
Date: Jun 03, 2022

#R1#
Wife scores with a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Wife as Zhikova shoots in.
Wife throws a hook to the side of Zhikova's head but Zhikova sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Wife throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wife throws a looping overhand right but Zhikova ducks down to avoid it.
Zhikova misses with a body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Zhikova has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Zhikova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhikova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wife swivels and escapes.
Wife connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Zhikova shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Wife pinned against the cage. Wife gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Third Wife has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.#KD#
Wife drops Zhikova with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Zhikova looks back up at him and smiles so Wife waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zhikova with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Wife to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice takedown defense from Wife. No joy for Zhikova on that attempt.
Wife avoids the body shot from Zhikova.
Zhikova shoots for a double leg takedown but Wife sprawls well. He's pushed Zhikova's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Wife throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wife tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zhikova was well out of range. Poor timing from Wife.
Wife keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Wife with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T1#
Zhikova keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Wife.
Wife throws a hook but Zhikova blocks it.
Wife just misses with a punch to the body.
Zhikova swings for the body but Wife moves out of range. #KD#
Wife cracks Zhikova with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Wife has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Zhikova to stand back up!
Wife throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily.
Third Wife is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zhikova looks to score with a jab to the body but Wife is just out of range.#TD2#
Zhikova shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Zhikova showed some decent athleticism there.

Wife kicks Zhikova off and gets back to his feet.
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!
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wife as he jumps to the side.
Wife swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Wife seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Zhikova fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Wife lands a really nice looking cross but Zhikova seems unphased.
Wife fakes the body blow, causing Zhikova to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Zhikova goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Third Wife!
Third Wife 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.

Event: DMMA 98: Kersikov vs Hightower
Date: Apr 16, 2022

#R1#
Zhikova lands with a nice body punch.
Zhikova will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kontiainen moves out of range of the body kick from Zhikova.
Kontiainen throwing a counter right hand but Zhikova manages to avoid it.
Kontiainen defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zhikova.
Zhikova misses the shot to the body.
Zhikova tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kontiainen was well out of range. Poor timing from Zhikova.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kontiainen. Zhikova does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kontiainen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kontiainen on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Zhikova misses with a wild combination.
Zhikova misses with a jab to the body
and Kontiainen counters with a head kick.
Zhikova misses with a hook to the body
and Kontiainen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zhikova throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Kontiainen counters with a nice right hand that sends Zhikova toppling to the canvas! Zhikova scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Kontiainen finish him?!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kontiainen uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zhikova.
Zhikova dives in and grabs Kontiainen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kontiainen pushes down on Zhikova's head and hops out.
Kontiainen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Zhikova throws a hook but Kontiainen blocks it.
A big right from Zhikova misses. #T1#
Zhikova scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kontiainen doesn't seem bothered though.
Zhikova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kontiainen moves away.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kontiainen but Kontiainen pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Kontiainen throwing a counter right hand but Zhikova manages to avoid it.
Paavali Kontiainen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kontiainen, as that shot connected.
Zhikova swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kontiainen counters with a body kick.
Zhikova looks winded!
Zhikova takes one to the side of the head.
Zhikova fails with the takedown.
Zhikova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kontiainen moves away.
Zhikova looks for a takedown but Kontiainen sprawls well.
An attempted straight right counter from Kontiainen misses the target.
Zhikova darts in looking for a takedown but Kontiainen gets double underhooks and turns Zhikova into the cage.
Zhikova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kontiainen.
Zhikova scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T2#
Zhikova gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kontiainen counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zhikova cracks a nice hook into Kontiainen's ribs.
Kontiainen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Zhikova has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
A low kick from Zhikova is predictable there
and Kontiainen counters with a stiff right hand.
Zhikova closes the distance and clinches up with Kontiainen, looking for a takedown. Zhikova pushes Kontiainen against the cage but Kontiainen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kontiainen throwing a counter right hand but Zhikova manages to avoid it.#KD#
Kontiainen cracks Zhikova with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kontiainen has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Zhikova to stand back up!#ROC#Zhikova is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Pinina Zhikova has been cut.
Zhikova misses with a jab to the body
and Kontiainen counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Zhikova out cold! What a finish! Kontiainen is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Paavali Kontiainen!
A victorious Paavali Kontiainen thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 91: Hightower vs Hurry
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Zhikova.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Zhikova has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Zhikova misses the shot to the body.
Zhikova ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova throws a series of punches but Shifter avoids them all with ease.
Zhikova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shifter.
Shifter half committed to a counter leg kick.
Shifter avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD2#
Zhikova feints and as Shifter raises his hands in defense, Zhikova changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Shifter is looking for a triangle but Zhikova pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Zhikova avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Shifter keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Shifter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zhikova defends well.
Zhikova is stalling in the full guard. #T1##SUB#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.
Zhikova sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Shifter's guard. #SUB2#
Zhikova seems to be working for a kimura but Shifter defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Shifter looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zhikova moves nicely into side control.
Zhikova moves into full mount!
Zhikova trying to control but Shifter is having none of it. #T2##SUB2#
Zhikova looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shifter is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zhikova tries to control but Shifter wriggling away.
Shifter keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shifter is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Zhikova content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Zhikova is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Shifter has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Shifter regains half guard.#SUB2#
Zhikova seems to be looking for submissions.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Shifter is defending well. #SUB#
Shifter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zhikova pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Zhikova seems to be working for a kimura but Shifter defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Shifter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zhikova pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Zhikova wants to free his trapped foot but Shifter is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
Zhikova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Shifter is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zhikova's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zhikova's back!#SUB#
Shifter working for the choke.
Zhikova tries to escape but Shifter has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Shifter will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Shifter is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Zhikova defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Shifter not allowing Zhikova to control his hands.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhikova covering up well under a barage of strikes.
Zhikova rolls, trying to escape but Shifter keeps control of the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Zhikova throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Shifter feinted with a counter takedown.
Zhikova throws a shot to the body.
Zhikova misses with a straight left.
Zhikova swings for the body but Shifter moves out of range.
Zhikova looks to land a right hand but Shifter moved out of range.#TD2#
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Shifter napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Zhikova slows the pace down.
Shifter takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #SUB2#
Zhikova tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Shifter tries to bench press Zhikova off him but Zhikova keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zhikova tries to move to mount but Shifter blocks the move with his legs. #SUB2#
Zhikova tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T1#
Zhikova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shifter keeps working.
Shifter is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Zhikova's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Shifter works his way to full guard. Good work.
Zhikova trying to control but Shifter is working from the bottom.
Zhikova forces his way into half guard.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Shifter is defending well.
Shifter tries to get to full guard but Zhikova has control of the leg. #T2##SUB#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.
Shifter makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Shifter.
Zhikova trying to control but Shifter is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Shifter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zhikova defends well.
Zhikova sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Shifter's guard. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Shifter doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova.
Zhikova stalling away here and it's allowed Shifter to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T3##SUB#
Shifter has his foot on Zhikova's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zhikova works his way back into a safe position though.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Shifter keeps moving.
Zhikova slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Zhikova seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.
Still in half guard, Zhikova seems content to control.#SUB#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
Shifter is staying active underneath Zhikova, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Shifter looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Zhikova is working for a kimura but Shifter is defending it quite comfortably. #T4#
Shifter is refusing to be controlled, as Zhikova sits in half guard.
Zhikova is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Zhikova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Shifter manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Shifter working for a triangle but Zhikova defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shifter keeping full guard, as Zhikova tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Zhikova shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Shifter manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Shifter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zhikova is aware though and is defending well.
Zhikova stopping the sweep attempt from Shifter.
Zhikova must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Shifter trying to strike off his back.
Zhikova lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Shifter working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zhikova doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zhikova manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Shifter wants to hit a sweep here but Zhikova passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Shifter there!
Zhikova prevents Shifter from getting the reversal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Shifter gets back to half guard.#T1#
Shifter makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Shifter.
Shifter wants to sweep but no luck.
Shifter thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #SUB#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.#SUB#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Zhikova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shifter swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zhikova sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Shifter keeps moving.
Zhikova is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Shifter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zhikova is aware though and is defending well.
Zhikova looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Shifter has his foot on Zhikova's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zhikova works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Zhikova drops back looking for a leg! Shifter is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Shifter manages to kick Zhikova off! Zhikova jumps back into Shifter's guard.
Shifter looking for a sweep. Not yet Shifter, not yet.
Zhikova trying to control but Shifter is working from the bottom.
Zhikova might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Shifter haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Zhikova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shifter swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zhikova stopping the sweep attempt from Shifter.#T3#
Shifter keeping moving, preventing Zhikova from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Shifter looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zhikova content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Shifter is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zhikova is aware though and is defending well.
Zhikova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Shifter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zhikova defends well.#SUB#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.
Zhikova 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.
Pinina Zhikova is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Zhikova chips away with some ground and pound.
Pinina Zhikova has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shifter looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Shifter had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.#SUB#
Shifter has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zhikova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zhikova is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Zhikova would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Zhikova trying to control but Shifter is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Shifter is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Shape Shifter has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Zhikova not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pinina Zhikova.
Well Zhikova 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pinina Zhikova!
After the fight, Pinina Zhikova was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: DMMA 83: Nicoletta v Ilmarinen
Date: Feb 13, 2022

#R1#
Zhikova's jab looks to have found its range, popping Flijers under the eye.
Zhikova swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Zhikova looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Flijers!
Zhikova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flijers keeps working.
Flijers is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Flijers is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Flijers can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Zhikova looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zhikova trying to control the position but Flijers is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flijers is looking to reverse the position.
Flijers really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zhikova. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Flijers gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Flijers is defending well. #T1#
Zhikova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Flijers tries to roll over but Zhikova keeps him under control.
Zhikova performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Flijers has hold of Zhikova's hands but Zhikova slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Zhikova keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Flijers is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Flijers is just riding it out for now. Zhikova eventually gives up the hold.
Zhikova lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Zhikova is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Flijers has his hands clasped together around Zhikova's back. He's all about the action.#T2#
Flijers wants to get back to full guard.
Flijers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Well, if Zhikova is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Flijers is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Flijers trying to hold on to Zhikova's head to control him but Zhikova postures up. #T3##SUB#
Zhikova is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Flijers sees it coming and defends easily.
Flijers wants to control but Zhikova is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zhikova is controlling the pace.
Zhikova wants to pass to mount but Flijers is defending the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura but Flijers is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zhikova to get the leverage.
Zhikova looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Flijers is defending against the submission attempts here by Zhikova. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Flijers is just riding it out for now. Zhikova eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Zhikova looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Flijers on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flijers wants to get back to full guard.
Flijers won't allow Zhikova to pass to mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova 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#
Flijers throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Flijers throws a sloppy head kick and Zhikova moves out of range easily.
Zhikova throws a body shot but no joy.
Flijers misses with an uppercut.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Flijers on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Zhikova takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Flijers lands a nice hook to Zhikova's body. Zhikova takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #TD#
Zhikova closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Flijers did well to prevent Zhikova getting side control.
Zhikova is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Flijers can do to turn this around?
Flijers is trying to maintain the position but Zhikova is very close to passing his half guard.
Flijers is looking to improve his position.
Flijers is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Flijers has managed to free his arm - good work.
Zhikova slows the pace down in half guard.
Flijers wants to get back to full guard.
Flijers looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1##SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Flijers has managed to free his arm - good work.
Flijers is trying to maintain the position but Zhikova is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Flijers is just riding it out for now. Zhikova eventually gives up the hold.
Flijers has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zhikova is working away from the top position though.
Flijers wants to sweep but Zhikova has passed to side control!
Zhikova just content to control the position. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zhikova is looking to take a break and control but Flijers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Flijers is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Zhikova tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zhikova has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Flijers tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Zhikova easily slips into full mount!
Flijers is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Zhikova working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Zhikova takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Zhikova with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Zhikova controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Flijers is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zhikova controlling the pace for now.
Flijers working to try and regain half guard.
Zhikova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Flijers can't escape the position.
Flijers tries to hold on but Zhikova pushes him away.
Zhikova controlling from mount.
Flijers regains half guard.
Zhikova content to control rather than advance. #T4##SUB#
Zhikova is working for a submission of some sort.
Zhikova sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Flijers won't allow Zhikova to pass to mount.
Flijers keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Zhikova wants to work for an arm triangle but Flijers is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Zhikova closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Zhikova lands in his opponent's guard.
Zhikova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zhikova trying to control but Flijers is working from the bottom.
Flijers wants to sweep here but Zhikova controlling him for the moment.
Flijers working a defensive guard here.
Zhikova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flijers is trying to control the position but Zhikova postures up.
Zhikova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Flijers looking for a sweep. Not yet Flijers, not yet.
Zhikova trying to control but Flijers is working from the bottom. #T1#
Flijers looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zhikova 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.
Zhikova has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Flijers bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zhikova's guard. #REVB#
Zhikova is trying to keep Flijers in close.
Zhikova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zhikova keeping moving, preventing Flijers from controlling successfully.
Flijers won't allow Zhikova to sweep him here.
Zhikova keeping moving, preventing Flijers from controlling successfully. #T2#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zhikova is on top in guard. #REVR#
Zhikova stopping the sweep attempt from Flijers.
Flijers trying to control the position.
Zhikova controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Flijers keeping moving, preventing Zhikova from controlling successfully.
Zhikova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Flijers is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Zhikova is working hard here to advance position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Flijers holds on and takes a little breather.
Flijers wants to sweep but no luck.
Zhikova sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Zhikova lands a nice shot to the body.
Zhikova's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Flijers connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Zhikova scrambles back to his feet.
Pinina Zhikova is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zhikova connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Flijers's hands.
Zhikova slips under a jab from Flijers.
Zhikova seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#T4#
A swing and a miss from Flijers.
Zhikova just misses with a punch to the body.
Zhikova throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good shot there by Flijers.
Flijers misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zhikova.
Zhikova swings for the body but Flijers moves out of range.
Flijers takes a swing at Zhikova's ribcage but misses.
Flijers misses with a body shot.
Flijers lands a really nice looking cross but Zhikova seems unphased.
Nice body punch from Zhikova.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Flijers tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Donk. Zhikova catches Flijers right on the button with a cross.
Good standup being displayed there by Flijers as he connects with a hook.#TD#
Zhikova throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Flijers tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Zhikova is in Flijers's guard.
Flijers is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Flijers keeps moving.
Zhikova slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pinina Zhikova showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Zhikova, 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pinina Zhikova!
After the fight, Pinina Zhikova was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: DMMA 74: Magrath vs Lee 3
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1##TD#
Zhikova throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Flijers was covering up waiting for the punch and Zhikova finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Zhikova showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zhikova seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Flijers for as long as he can get away with.
Flijers wants to sweep here but Zhikova controlling him for the moment.
Flijers has his hands on Zhikova's head, controlling the position.
Flijers is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Flijers pulls Zhikova in close to prevent any damage.
Zhikova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1#
Zhikova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Flijers is keeping the position for now.
Zhikova looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Flijers not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jab by Zhikova.
Flijers's coach down at Cozad MMA Sydney was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Flijers's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Zhikova on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Zhikova shoots in for a double leg but Flijers sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Flijers gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Zhikova to score an easy takedown into full guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Flijers manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Zhikova on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T2#
Flijers tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Zhikova decides to pull guard.
Flijers preventing the sweep.
Flijers wants to control from the top but Zhikova keeps moving.
Flijers tries to free his leg and advance position but Zhikova is retaining full guard.
Zhikova keeping moving, preventing Flijers from controlling successfully.
Zhikova can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Flijers controls the pace.
Zhikova looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Zhikova throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Flijers tries to free his leg and advance position but Zhikova is retaining full guard.
Flijers wants to control from the top but Zhikova keeps moving.
Flijers really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zhikova. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Zhikova pulls Flijers in close to his closed guard and prevents Flijers from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Flijers trying to control the position from guard on top but Zhikova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zhikova lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Zhikova passes into half guard. #SUB#
Zhikova is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Flijers sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Flijers is just riding it out for now. Zhikova eventually gives up the hold.
Zhikova controlling the pace.
Flijers is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zhikova's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zhikova's back!
You can see the frustration on Zhikova's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Zhikova just trying to survive but Flijers is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T4#
I would not like to be Zhikova right now.
Zhikova has hold of Flijers's arm. He needs to escape this position sooner or later but for now he's happy enough to control the position and prevent the submission attempts.
Flijers controlling well, preventing Zhikova from escaping the position.
Zhikova trying to control the action but Flijers just sinks the hooks in.
Flijers trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
You can see the frustration on Zhikova's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Flijers is trying to stick to Zhikova's back but Zhikova is turning into Flijers. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Flijers's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Zhikova.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Flijers 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.
Zhikova tries to free his leg and advance position but Flijers is retaining full guard.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Flijers keeps moving.
Zhikova preventing the sweep.
Flijers is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Flijers prevents Zhikova from improving his position.
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 Pinina Zhikova will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Zhikova takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Zhikova throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Flijers on the side of the head.
Zhikova lands a nice shot to the body.
Flijers uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zhikova.
Zhikova with a lazy takedown attempt
and Flijers counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Flijers throws a shot to the body.
Flijers throws a body punch but Zhikova moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Flijers takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Flijers misses the shot to the body.
Flijers lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Zhikova slips under a jab.
Zhikova tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Flijers was well out of range. Poor timing from Zhikova.
Zhikova is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zhikova throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Flijers throws a half hearted mid kick.
Flijers scores with a nice strike.
Zhikova seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Flijers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhikova.
Flijers misses with an uppercut.
Zhikova shoots for a takedown but Flijers saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Flijers has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Flijers avoids the body shot from Zhikova. #T1#
Zhikova just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Zhikova.
Zhikova uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Flijers.
Zhikova swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ruben Flijers seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Flijers takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Flijers uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zhikova.
Flijers throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Zhikova sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Zhikova blocks a jab.
Flijers looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhikova is just out of range.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova just misses with a punch to the body.
Zhikova is looking to wear down Flijers with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Flijers bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Flijers let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Flijers looks to score with a jab to the body but Zhikova is just out of range.
Zhikova fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Flijers manages to avoid it.
A nice side step and Flijers releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Flijers lands a body shot.
Flijers swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zhikova tries to counter with a takedown but Flijers is quick to defend against it.
Zhikova tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Flijers was well out of range. Poor timing from Zhikova.
Flijers avoids the body shot from Zhikova.
A telegraphed right hand from Zhikova misses the target.
Flijers takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Flijers works the jab nicely.
Flijers is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zhikova.
Zhikova is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Flijers lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zhikova at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Flijers throws a jab when Zhikova was well out of range.
Zhikova looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Flijers is fending him off so far but Zhikova persists. Nope, Flijers circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pinina Zhikova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Flijers keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Zhikova throws a right and a left that Flijers avoids nicely.
Zhikova throws a body shot but no joy.
Zhikova swings for the body but Flijers moves out of range.
Zhikova doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Flijers counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fighters circling - Flijers throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Flijers leaves Zhikova with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Flijers on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Zhikova takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Flijers scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ruben Flijers is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zhikova uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Flijers.
Flijers scores with a shot to the body.
Flijers throws a hook to the side of Zhikova's head but Zhikova sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Zhikova swinging wildly here. #T3#
Flijers throws a body shot but no joy.
Flijers swings for the body but Zhikova moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Zhikova. Flijers does a little dance to reset his feet.
Flijers pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Zhikova ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Flijers throws a head kick that Zhikova semi-blocks.
Zhikova fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Flijers manages to avoid it.
Zhikova lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Flijers. Zhikova does a little dance to reset his feet.
Flijers has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Flijers sizes up Zhikova with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Flijers misses with a wild body shot.
Flijers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zhikova manages to avoid it.
Flijers connects with a right hand. Zhikova shakes it off.
Flijers keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zhikova throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Flijers misses with a looping right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A slow jab from Flijers misses its intended target.
Flijers lands with a cross.
Zhikova jabs Flijers to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD#
Zhikova dives in and scores a takedown into Flijers's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Flijers looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zhikova is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Flijers working a defensive guard here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zhikova sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zhikova stopping the sweep attempt from Flijers.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Zhikova passes Flijers's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Zhikova content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zhikova prevents Flijers from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ruben Flijers showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Zhikova darts in looking for a takedown but Flijers gets double underhooks and turns Zhikova into the cage.
Flijers content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Zhikova changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Flijers fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Zhikova takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Zhikova connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Flijers blocks a jab.
Flijers misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Flijers but Flijers pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Flijers throws out a counter right but Zhikova avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pinina Zhikova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Flijers lands the left hand.#TD#
Zhikova fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Flijers sprawls well initially but Zhikova persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Flijers tries to get to full guard but Zhikova has control of the leg.
Zhikova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flijers keeps working.
Flijers wants to improve his position but Zhikova is controlling well.
Zhikova sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Zhikova is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Zhikova controlling the pace for now.
Flijers is squirming around, avoiding Zhikova's attempts to control the action.
Zhikova controlling from the full mount.
Pinina Zhikova overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zhikova continues to stall.
Flijers is working to get back to half guard.
Flijers wants to control but Zhikova is having none of it.
Zhikova controlling from mount. #T2#
Flijers tries to hold on but Zhikova postures up.#SUB#
Zhikova looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Flijers 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.
Zhikova performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Flijers is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Flijers has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Flijers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Zhikova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Flijers has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zhikova is working away from the top position though.
Zhikova wants to pass to mount but Flijers is defending the position.
Flijers trying to control here.
Zhikova trying to control the pace. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Flijers wants to control but Zhikova is keeping busy.
Zhikova tries to pass to full mount but Flijers defends it.
Zhikova slows the pace down in half guard.
Zhikova works his way into side control. #SUB#
Zhikova looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Flijers is not content to let Zhikova control the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pinina Zhikova showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Zhikova 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 29:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: DMMA 62: Tucker vs Panda
Date: Nov 28, 2021

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zhikova is defended easily by Hardman.#TD#
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hardman keeping moving, preventing Zhikova from controlling successfully.
Hardman wants to sweep here but Zhikova controlling him for the moment.
Zhikova is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hardman controls Zhikova momentarily but Zhikova frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Hardman is keeping the position.#T1##SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Zhikova sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zhikova trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zhikova stopping the sweep attempt from Hardman.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Hardman is keeping the position.
Zhikova advances to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zhikova tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hardman knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Hardman tries to get to full guard but Zhikova has control of the leg. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Zhikova controlling the action here.
Zhikova seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hardman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Zhikova is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hardman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Zhikova moves away.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Hardman connects with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Hardman. Those never looked like landing.
Zhikova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hardman swivels and escapes.
Hardman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hardman takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T3#
Hardman checks a leg kick.
Hardman tries a head kick but it misses.
Zhikova keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Zhikova shoots in but Hardman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hardman doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Zhikova looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pinina Zhikova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zhikova slips under a jab from Hardman.
Zhikova drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hardman sprawls and moves away.
Zhikova takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Zhikova lunges at Hardman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hardman's hand.
Hardman scores with a head kick. Zhikova tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Zhikova has his takedown stuffed
and Hardman counters with a straight right hand.
Hardman throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Zhikova misses with a wild body shot.
Hardman stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hardman wants it to stay on the feet.
Zhikova has his takedown stuffed
and Hardman counters with a nice body shot.
Hardman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#T4#
Nice takedown defense from Hardman. No joy for Zhikova on that attempt.
Hardman lands a body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zhikova misses with a body shot. #TD#
Hardman gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hardman wants to stand and escape but Zhikova is having none of it.
Zhikova trying to control the position from guard on top but Hardman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hardman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zhikova won't allow Hardman to get back to his feet.
Zhikova seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Zhikova has gone for a leg lock! Hardman slips out almost immediately though and dives into Zhikova's guard.#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brock Hardman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Zhikova fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hardman sprawls well initially but Zhikova persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura but Hardman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zhikova to get the leverage.
Hardman is trying to control but can't.
Zhikova content to control rather than advance.
Hardman desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Zhikova thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Hardman's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hardman trying to hold on to Zhikova's head to control him but Zhikova postures up.
Hardman is positioning himself well to prevent Zhikova advancing to mount. #SUB#
Hardman is defending against the submission attempts here by Zhikova. #T1#
Zhikova is trying to control. Hardman wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zhikova throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Zhikova trying to control from half guard but Hardman is working away.
Hardman is trying to maintain the position but Zhikova is very close to passing his half guard.
Zhikova looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hardman trying to control from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Hardman makes his way to full guard, as Zhikova worked for a kimura. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Zhikova advances position into side control!
Hardman struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Zhikova looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zhikova has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Hardman!
Zhikova sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Zhikova lands with some strikes.#T3#
Zhikova controlling from the full mount.
Zhikova lands with some strikes.
Zhikova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Hardman defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Zhikova.
Zhikova controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Zhikova looking to secure an arm triangle but Hardman defends it well. #SUB#
Zhikova is working for a guillotine from mount but Hardman frees his head quite easily. #T4#
Zhikova with good strikes from the mount here!
Hardman is working to get back to half guard.
Zhikova looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zhikova wants to control but instead Hardman manages to regain half guard. #SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura but Hardman is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Zhikova is working for a submission of some sort.
Hardman pushes Zhikova off looking to stand but Zhikova dives back in and keeps control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes 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##TD#
Hardman gets caught flat footed, as Zhikova shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hardman not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zhikova being controlled here momentarily.
Hardman wants to get back to his feet but Zhikova is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hardman is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Zhikova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Zhikova stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hardman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zhikova slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T1#
Hardman misses the shot to the body.
Zhikova on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Hardman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Zhikova.
Hardman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Hardman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hardman enables Zhikova to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hardman manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Zhikova looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Zhikova is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Zhikova wants to stand but Hardman has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Zhikova pushing down on Hardman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
Zhikova is stalling here. Hardman is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Zhikova seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Hardman has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Zhikova tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hardman throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Zhikova is looking for a sweep.
Hardman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Zhikova to see if he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hardman tries to move into full mount but can't pass Zhikova's legs.
Zhikova is looking for a sweep.
Zhikova gets back to half guard.
Zhikova is looking to get back to full guard here but Hardman has managed to pass to side control instead.#T3#
Zhikova is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
An elbow from Hardman crashes against the mat.
Zhikova tries to buck Hardman off but Hardman is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Zhikova's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Hardman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zhikova is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Zhikova is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #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.
Hardman working away.
Zhikova tries to improve position but can't.
Hardman trying to control the position but Zhikova is working away.
Zhikova is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zhikova is working hard here to advance position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Brock Hardman.
I think Hardman has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brock Hardman!
Brock Hardman seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 54: Abarai vs Licker
Date: Oct 24, 2021

#R1#
Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov I I avoids it really well and circles away.
Zhikova steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kersikov I I. That one must have hurt.
Kersikov I I 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.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kersikov I I, as that shot connected.
Zhikova on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kersikov I I lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Zhikova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kersikov I I's waist but Kersikov I I gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zhikova off to one side.
Kersikov I I swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice sprawl there from Kersikov I I as Zhikova shoots in.
Vitali Kersikov I I has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov I I shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Zhikova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kersikov I I swivels and escapes.
Kersikov I I throwing a counter right hand but Zhikova manages to avoid it.
A jab lands there for Kersikov I I.
Zhikova tries for a takedown but Kersikov I I sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Zhikova shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kersikov I I pinned against the cage. Kersikov I I gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A cross from Kersikov I I lands.#T1##TD2#
Zhikova shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Zhikova showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Zhikova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Kersikov I I is just riding it out for now. Zhikova eventually gives up the hold.
Zhikova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov I I keeps working.
Kersikov I I keeping control of the position. #SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura but Kersikov I I is defending well. #T2#
Kersikov I I is holding on to half guard well.
Zhikova perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Zhikova looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Kersikov I I tries to roll over but Zhikova keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kersikov I I doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova. #T3#
Zhikova throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
Kersikov I I is not content to let Zhikova control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Zhikova is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov I I is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Zhikova seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Zhikova is working for a kimura but Kersikov I I is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Zhikova is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov I I is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov I I shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kersikov I I throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kersikov I I thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kersikov I I with a hook.
Kersikov I I keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vitali Kersikov I I dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Zhikova defending well as Kersikov I I loads up on a big left hand.
Zhikova shoots for a takedown but Kersikov I I saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kersikov I I cracks Zhikova with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kersikov I I misses with a jab, cross combination.
Zhikova goes for a double leg but Kersikov I I avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Kersikov I I continues to drive forward.
Zhikova tries for a takedown but Kersikov I I circles away easily
and Kersikov I I counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vitali Kersikov I I has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Kersikov I I stuffs the takedown.#TD2#
Zhikova looking to score a takedown here. Kersikov I I is defending well but Zhikova drives through and ends up in Kersikov I I's guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Kersikov I I manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Kersikov I I is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zhikova can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov I I misses with the head strike.
Zhikova goes for a takedown attempt but Kersikov I I pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kersikov I I fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Zhikova.
Zhikova misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kersikov I I stuffs the takedown attempt from Zhikova. Zhikova gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
Kersikov I I lands a head shot.
Kersikov I I is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Zhikova tries for a takedown but Kersikov I I circles away easily
and Kersikov I I counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov I I.
Zhikova tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kersikov I I sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zhikova somewhat.
A quick step to the side and Kersikov I I tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Zhikova checks a leg kick.
And Zhikova tries to counter it with a takedown but Kersikov I I pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Zhikova takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Zhikova looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kersikov I I is fending him off so far but Zhikova persists. Nope, Kersikov I I circles away and we're back to standing.
Zhikova takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kersikov I I stuffs the takedown attempt from Zhikova. Zhikova gets slowly back to his feet.
Zhikova is breathing heavily.
Kersikov I I tries to score with a low kick but Zhikova moves his leg out of the way.
Zhikova on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Zhikova tries for a takedown but Kersikov I I sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Zhikova shoots and misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
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!
Kersikov I I defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Zhikova.
Vitali Kersikov I I is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Kersikov I I buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick. #KD#
Kersikov I I sends Zhikova crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Kersikov I I is motioning to the referee to let Zhikova up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Kersikov I I stuffs the takedown.
Kersikov I I throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #KD#
Kersikov I I drops Zhikova with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Zhikova looks back up at him and smiles so Kersikov I I waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Zhikova is rocked!
Kersikov I I lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Zhikova is still on wobbly legs! Can Kersikov I I finish him?
Kersikov I I explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kersikov I I lands a leg kick that knocks Zhikova off balance momentarily.
Kersikov I I fakes the body blow, causing Zhikova to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Zhikova goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vitali Kersikov I I!
Vitali Kersikov I I decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 47: Alderidge vs Pinkman
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
A jab from Zhikova does it's job there.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt.
Flijers avoids the body shot from Zhikova.
Zhikova motions for Flijers to come forward. Zhikova throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
We've been told by Zhikova's head coaches at Doom's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Flijers sizes up Zhikova with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Zhikova loads up on a big right hand but Flijers slips the punch.
Flijers fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Flijers thuds his right hand into Zhikova's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova moves away from the strike by Flijers.
Zhikova looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Flijers is fending him off so far but Zhikova persists. Nope, Flijers circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pinina Zhikova. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zhikova misses with a looping right.
Flijers fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zhikova manages to avoid it.
Zhikova scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Flijers throws a body shot but no joy.
Zhikova swings for the body but Flijers moves out of range.
Zhikova cracks a nice hook into Flijers's ribs.
Zhikova swings for the body but Flijers moves out of range.
Flijers scores with a nice head shot.
Zhikova tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Flijers defends well and Zhikova ends up having to push Flijers into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Zhikova gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Flijers regains guard.
Flijers looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Flijers can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Flijers is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Zhikova is fighting to break Flijers's control of his arms but Flijers is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Flijers looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zhikova tries to free his leg and advance position but Flijers is retaining full guard.
Zhikova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zhikova working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Flijers 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.
Zhikova slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zhikova seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Flijers for as long as he can get away with.
Zhikova continues to stall.#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.
Flijers 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.
Zhikova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Flijers told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Zhikova pushing down on Flijers's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Flijers is trying to control Zhikova's posture. Zhikova takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Flijers! Zhikova is rotating here... this could be the end... Flijers is out! Zhikova has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Pinina Zhikova!
After winning the bout, Pinina Zhikova thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 39: Hussein vs Kontiainen
Date: Aug 25, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Four gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Zhikova looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Four has his foot on Zhikova's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zhikova works his way back into a safe position though.
Zhikova looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Four working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zhikova doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zhikova manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Four working for a triangle but Zhikova defends it easily.
Zhikova's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Four escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zhikova gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Zhikova looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1##SUB#
Four had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zhikova defends it easily.
Zhikova content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Four throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Zhikova got a little sloppy there for a moment and Four has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zhikova has managed to get both his arms back between Four's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Four looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Four looking for a guillotine here but Zhikova defends easily.
Zhikova showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zhikova trying to control but Four is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Four is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zhikova defends well.#SUB#
Four working for submissions but it's allowed Zhikova to get to half guard.
Four might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Zhikova wants to control but Four is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Four looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB#
Four actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Zhikova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Four doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova. #SUB2#
Zhikova is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Zhikova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Four keeps working. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Four actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Four looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Four doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova. #SUB2#
Zhikova looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB#
Four looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD#
Four closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Zhikova did well to prevent Four getting side control.
Zhikova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zhikova wants to control but Four passes easily into half guard. #SUB#
Four is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zhikova is just riding it out for now. Four eventually gives up the hold.
Zhikova has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Four is working away from the top position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Four jumps into side control!
Zhikova is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Four is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#SUB#
Four looking for a guillotine from mount but Zhikova is having none of it.
Zhikova sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Panda Four overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Zhikova moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Zhikova throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Four advances position into side control!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zhikova is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Four is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Zhikova has escaped the position, nice work there.
Zhikova manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Four works his foot free and advances to mount.
Zhikova gets back to half guard.
Zhikova tries to get to full guard but Four has control of the leg. #T2##SUB#
Four is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zhikova has managed to free his arm - good work.
Four prevents Zhikova from improving his position.
Zhikova gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Zhikova isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Four stacks Zhikova on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Four!#SUB#
Four is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zhikova is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Zhikova gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Four is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zhikova sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
Zhikova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Four stopping the sweep attempt from Zhikova.#SUB#
Four drops back looking for a leg! Zhikova is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Zhikova manages to kick Four off! Four jumps back into Zhikova's guard.
Zhikova 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.
Four looking to pass the guard.
Four won't allow Zhikova to sweep him here. #SUB#
Four drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Four jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Four thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Zhikova bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Four's guard. #REVB#
Zhikova's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Four looking for a guillotine here but Zhikova defends easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Zhikova avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Panda Four dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Four closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Zhikova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Our spies down at at Doom's Gym inform us that Zhikova has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Zhikova has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Four can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zhikova wants to sweep but no luck.
Zhikova trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Zhikova looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Four looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Zhikova working for a triangle but Four defends it easily.
Four passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1##SUB#
Four is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zhikova is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Zhikova is trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Four looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zhikova is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Four is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zhikova knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Four tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Four has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Zhikova is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Four working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Zhikova is looking to regain half guard here but Four keeps moving and retains side control.
Zhikova is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Zhikova wants to control but Four is keeping busy. #SUB#
Four is working for a kimura but Zhikova is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Four is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zhikova is just riding it out for now. Four eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB#
Four is trying to work for a kimura but Zhikova is defending well.
Zhikova tries to get to full guard but Four has control of the leg.
Four tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zhikova knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zhikova is looking to improve his position. #SUB#
Four wants to work for an arm triangle but Zhikova is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Zhikova slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Zhikova looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zhikova pulls Four in close to his closed guard and prevents Four from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zhikova wants to hit a sweep here but Four passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Zhikova there!
Zhikova tries to hold on but Four postures up.
Zhikova gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zhikova is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Four's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Four's back!#SUB2#
Zhikova has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Four is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Crapollas Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Four is trying to break free.

And that's the end of the fight!
Panda Four showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Four 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 James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Panda Four!

Event: DMMA 29: Luciano vs Amida
Date: Jul 24, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Nicoletta tries to sprawl but Zhikova drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Nicoletta has one foot on Zhikova's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Zhikova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nicoletta swivels and escapes.
Nicoletta jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses.
Zhikova fails with the takedown
and Nicoletta counters with a three punch combo that has Zhikova backing up. Zhikova nods at Nicoletta to acknowledge the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nicoletta lands a leg kick that knocks Zhikova off balance momentarily.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt.
Nicoletta looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Casimiro Nicoletta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Zhikova with a poor takedown
letting Nicoletta counter with a right hand.
Zhikova misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A quick step to the side and Nicoletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've been told by Nicoletta's head coaches at Fist of Fury Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Nicoletta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Zhikova misses with a takedown attempt - Nicoletta sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Nicoletta keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Zhikova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Nicoletta's waist but Nicoletta gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zhikova off to one side.
Nicoletta with the inside leg kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zhikova is defended easily by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws a jab when Zhikova was well out of range.
Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Nicoletta avoids it really well and circles away.
Nicoletta cracks Zhikova with an open hand slap.
Zhikova gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Nicoletta counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Zhikova takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Zhikova shoots for a double leg takedown but Nicoletta sprawls well. He's pushed Zhikova's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2#
Zhikova shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Zhikova takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zhikova dives in and grabs Nicoletta's left leg, looking for a takedown. Nicoletta pushes down on Zhikova's head and hops out.
Nicoletta leaves Zhikova with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Nicoletta lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
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!
Nicoletta throws out a loose jab but Zhikova uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zhikova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Nicoletta circles away.
Nicoletta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Zhikova shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Nicoletta pinned against the cage. Nicoletta gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nicoletta thinks about countering with a body kick.
Zhikova fails with the takedown.
Zhikova will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Nicoletta half committed to a counter leg kick.#T3#
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Nicoletta. Zhikova shrugs it off though.
Zhikova looks winded!
Nicoletta slaps away a takedown attempt from Zhikova, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Zhikova goes for a double leg but Nicoletta avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Nicoletta continues to drive forward.
Zhikova fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Zhikova takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT#It looks like Pinina Zhikova has been cut.
Nicoletta throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zhikova is defended easily by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Zhikova avoids the body shot from Nicoletta. #TD2#
Nicoletta gets caught napping as Zhikova dives in and scores a takedown. Nicoletta manages to retain guard.

Nicoletta is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Zhikova presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zhikova has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Nicoletta avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Nicoletta lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Zhikova is looking to take this one to the mat.
Nicoletta lands a right hand.
Nicoletta lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zhikova backwards. #BC#
Nicoletta pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Zhikova misses with a takedown
and Nicoletta counters with a massive head kick! KABOOM! Zhikova is out cold! A devastating KO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Casimiro Nicoletta!
A very excited looking Casimiro Nicoletta made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: DMMA 21: Bernard vs Lee
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Kisei looks to land a left hand but Zhikova moved out of range nicely.
Kisei throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily.#TD#
Zhikova gets the takedown into side control.
Zhikova controls the position.
Zhikova scores with punches from side control.
Kisei wants to control but Zhikova postures up.
Zhikova trying to control the action but Kisei is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Zhikova working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
The referee asks Zhikova politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Zhikova prefers to stall for the moment though.
Zhikova is looking to take a break and control but Kisei is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zhikova taking a breather here.
Zhikova trying to control the action but Kisei is working from the bottom.
Kisei is trying to control Zhikova's posture but Zhikova avoids it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Zhikova controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Zhikova looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zhikova taking a break here but Kisei is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB#
Zhikova is working for a submission of some sort.
Zhikova not doing much here. #T3#
Kisei gets full guard.
Zhikova trying to control but Kisei is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kisei is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Zhikova frees his head nicely. Oh but Kisei has switched to an armbar! Zhikova is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kiso Kisei!
Kiso Kisei tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: DMMA 13: Nadadora vs Niaz
Date: May 29, 2021

#R1#
Zhikova tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Niculescu swivels and escapes.#TD#
Zhikova shoots in and gets a takedown into Niculescu's guard.
Zhikova is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zhikova's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Niculescu is keeping the position.
Zhikova is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Niculescu keeps moving.
Niculescu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Niculescu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Niculescu keeping moving, preventing Zhikova from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Zhikova misses with a takedown
and Niculescu counters with a stiff right hand.
Constantin Niculescu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Niculescu loads up on a big right hand but Zhikova slips the punch.
Zhikova shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Niculescu pinned against the cage. Niculescu gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Pinina Zhikova. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Zhikova throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Niculescu tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Zhikova is in Niculescu's guard.#SUB#
Zhikova postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Niculescu is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Zhikova, into his guard. #REVB#
Niculescu landing some decent shots from guard. #T2#
Niculescu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Zhikova looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Niculescu is defending well. Zhikova quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Niculescu has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Zhikova celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pinina Zhikova!
During a confident post fight interview, Pinina Zhikova thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: DMMA 4: Leblond vs Abarai
Date: Apr 28, 2021

#R1#
Zhikova avoids the body shot from Beton. #TD2#
Zhikova drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Beton controls Zhikova momentarily but Zhikova frees himself.
Zhikova's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Let's hope that Zhikova has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Beton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Zhikova.
Zhikova controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Beton controls Zhikova momentarily but Zhikova frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova sitting in guard here, content to control.
It looks like Zhikova might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Zhikova's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Beton is looking to clinch but Zhikova is avoiding it. #T1##CL#
Beton drives through and clinches with Zhikova against the cage.
Beton is pressed up against the cage. Zhikova has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Beton down to the mat. Beton avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown but Beton shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Beton misses with a wild body shot. #CL#
Beton moves into range and clinches up with Zhikova.
A short left from Beton.
Beton lands a body shot in the clinch.
Beton lands a nice uppercut.
Beton definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Zhikova tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Beton smiles and moves away.
Jantje Beton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Beton tries to clinch but Zhikova moves out of range.
Beton scores with a sloppy right hand. Zhikova should have avoided that one.
Beton throws a body punch but Zhikova moves out of range.
Beton tries to clinch but Zhikova is having none of it.
Beton stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Beton wants it to stay on the feet.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Beton finds it's way round the side to connect with Zhikova's head. #TD2#
Zhikova looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beton tries to roll over but Zhikova keeps him under control.#T2#
Beton is trying to control but can't.
Zhikova slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Beton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zhikova.
Zhikova is trying to control. Beton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zhikova slows the pace down in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Zhikova is continuing to stall.#SUB2#
Beton is defending against the submission attempts here by Zhikova.
Zhikova is controlling the pace.
Beton knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zhikova on the ground.
Beton is staying active underneath Zhikova, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Beton has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zhikova tries to pass the half guard into mount. Beton knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Beton tries to get to full guard but Zhikova has control of the leg.
Beton wants to control but Zhikova is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Well, if Zhikova is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Beton on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Beton tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Beton is defending against the submission attempts here by Zhikova.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhikova looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
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 Jantje Beton will probably get the nod.
That's time! Beton's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Zhikova shoots in but Beton avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Beton clinches up against the cage.
Beton misses with a punch to the body. #TD2#
Zhikova has clasped his hands together around Beton's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Pinina Zhikova has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Beton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Zhikova is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Beton knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Beton can't do much from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beton tries to buck Zhikova off but Zhikova is having none of it.
Beton is working hard here to advance position.#T1#
Zhikova moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Beton is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Zhikova is trying to get an arm triangle but Beton is defending well.
Zhikova trying to control the position but Beton is working away.
Zhikova is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Zhikova looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Beton tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Zhikova looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Zhikova has an Americana. Beton didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Zhikova is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Zhikova hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Pinina Zhikova!
A very excited looking Pinina Zhikova made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: CWMMA: Tucker Vs Kisei
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1#
Sloppy strikes from Bukowski. Those never looked like landing.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bukowski sprawls well. Bukowski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zhikova gets slowly back to his feet.
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt.
Bukowski with a nice cross.
Bukowski scores with a jab to the head.
Zhikova has his takedown stuffed
and Bukowski counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Charles Bukowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Bukowski.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Zhikova's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bukowski working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Bukowski throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zhikova is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Zhikova managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bukowski.
Bukowski trying to control the action but Zhikova is working from the bottom.
Zhikova defending against the ground and pound.
Bukowski trying to control the position but Zhikova is working away.
Bukowski is really struggling to control Zhikova but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Zhikova gets back to half guard.
Bukowski thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Zhikova trying to control from the bottom.
Zhikova keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Zhikova tries to get to full guard but Bukowski has control of the leg. #T2#
Zhikova keeping control of the position.
Bukowski trying to control the action but Zhikova is working from the bottom.
Zhikova keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zhikova manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bukowski controlling from the top position.
Zhikova pulls Bukowski in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bukowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Zhikova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zhikova is pulling down on Bukowski's head. It's preventing any offense from Bukowski, at least for the moment.
Zhikova looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bukowski is one step ahead there. #T3#
Zhikova wants to stand but Bukowski is controlling the position.
Zhikova looking to hit a scissor sweep but Bukowski is one step ahead there.
Zhikova trying to control the position here.
Zhikova can't keep his opponent in guard - Bukowski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zhikova keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Bukowski frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Zhikova really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
Zhikova blocking the ground and pound.
Bukowski prevents Zhikova from getting the reversal.
Zhikova regains half guard.
Bukowski has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Zhikova is looking to improve his position.
Bukowski not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bukowski slows the pace down in half guard.
Zhikova is looking to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhikova keeps trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Charles Bukowski dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Zhikova fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Zhikova is defended easily by Bukowski.
Bukowski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bukowski lands a nice looking body shot. #TD2#
Zhikova gets a double leg takedown into Bukowski's guard.
Bukowski is trying to control the position but Zhikova postures up.
Zhikova pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bukowski is keeping the position for now.
Bukowski trying to control the position.
Bukowski looking for a sweep. Not yet Bukowski, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bukowski working a defensive guard but Zhikova passes into half guard.
Zhikova controlling the action here.
Bukowski trying to control from the bottom. #T1#
Bukowski regains full guard. Nicely done.
Zhikova is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Bukowski is trying to keep Zhikova in close.
Zhikova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bukowski wants to sweep but no luck.
Zhikova engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bukowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zhikova wants to control from the top but Bukowski keeps moving.
Zhikova advances position into side control!
Bukowski is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Bukowski gets back to half guard.
Bukowski tries to roll over but Zhikova keeps him under control.
Zhikova with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Zhikova is continuing to stall.
Bukowski is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Bukowski is trying to control but can't.
Zhikova is looking to advance position but Bukowski won't allow it.
Bukowski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zhikova can do to turn this around?#T3#
Bukowski is in trouble now - Zhikova has advanced to mount!
Bukowski is desperately trying to improve his position but Zhikova has a good base and remains in mount.
Zhikova content just to control the position here.
Zhikova trying to control but Bukowski is having none of it.
Bukowski is controlling an arm, preventing Zhikova from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Zhikova sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Bukowski is in all sorts of trouble here. #T4#
Zhikova controlling the position easily from mount.
Bukowski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Zhikova sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Zhikova fails to move to back control.
Bukowski tries to hold on but Zhikova postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bukowski is working to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Bukowski tries to sprawl but Zhikova drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Zhikova is controlling the pace.
Bukowski wants to control but Zhikova is keeping busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bukowski wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Zhikova content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Bukowski is looking to improve his position.
Bukowski won't allow Zhikova to pass to mount.
Zhikova is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Zhikova prevents Bukowski from improving his position.
Zhikova trying to mount his opponent but Bukowski defends it.
Zhikova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zhikova looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Zhikova passes to side control. #T2#
Bukowski can't do much from the bottom here.
Bukowski tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zhikova wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zhikova trying to control the action but Bukowski is working from the bottom.
Zhikova taking a breather here.
The adventures of Zhikova the control monster continue. Boring.
Bukowski is not content to let Zhikova control the position.
Zhikova controlling from side mount. #T3#
Zhikova trying to control the position but Bukowski is working away.
Bukowski is trying to get back to half guard.
Zhikova is looking to take a break and control but Bukowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zhikova moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Zhikova wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bukowski keeps working.
Zhikova controlling from side mount.
Pinina Zhikova has got the better of the ground game so far.
Let's hope that Zhikova has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bukowski is looking to reverse the position.
Bukowski struggling a bit here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pinina Zhikova comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Zhikova has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: CWMMA: Mack Vs Raledran
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Zhikova takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Zhikova uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Delight. #TD2#
Zhikova shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Delight's guard.
Zhikova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zhikova forces his way into half guard.
Zhikova slows the pace down in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Delight trying to get back to full guard but Zhikova takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#SUB2#
Zhikova working for a submission but Delight is keeping him at bay. #T1#
Zhikova controlling his opponent.
Let's hope that Zhikova has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#SUB2#
Zhikova has control of Delight's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Delight regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Zhikova controlling his opponent. #T2##SUB2#
Zhikova is working for a guillotine from mount but Delight frees his head quite easily.
Zhikova looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zhikova moves to take his opponent's back.
Delight trying to control the action but Zhikova just sinks the hooks in.
Zhikova has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Delight's body. #T3#
Zhikova's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Zhikova feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Zhikova slips nicely into half guard.
Zhikova is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Delight!
Delight keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Zhikova controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Zhikova.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zhikova has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zhikova takes Delight's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Delight is in trouble.
Zhikova trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Delight doesn't escape. #T2#
Delight is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zhikova controlling the positon.
Our spies down at at Canucks Combat Club inform us that Zhikova has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
More stalling from Zhikova.#T3#
Zhikova with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Delight is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Zhikova is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zhikova is continuing to stall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Delight as he jumps to the side.
Delight could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Zhikova closes this distance looking for a takedown but Delight circles away.#TD2#
Zhikova looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Zhikova not doing much here.
Delight is trying to stand back up but Zhikova is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhikova controlling the pace.
Zhikova passes the guard and advances to mount!
Zhikova takes Delight's back. #T1#
Zhikova is riding his opponent, not letting Delight buck him off.
The adventures of Zhikova the control monster continue. Boring.#SUB2#
Zhikova patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Zhikova controlling from the back.
Pinina Zhikova has got the better of the ground game so far.#T2#
Delight is trying to stand back up.
Zhikova trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Delight doesn't escape. #SUB2#
Delight won't enjoy being in this position. Zhikova looking for the choke. Oh... he's slipped the arm under the neck - Delight is tapping - it's over boys! Zhikova picks up the submission victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Pinina Zhikova!
During a confident post fight interview, Pinina Zhikova thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: CWMMA: Fulton vs Magnusson
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1#
Zhikova fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tucker avoids it really well and circles away.
Tucker with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tucker scores with a nice strike.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Zhikova.
Nice defenses there by Zhikova.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tucker, as that shot connected. #TD2#
Zhikova closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tucker quickly recovers to half guard.
Zhikova is taking a breather. Tucker says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Zhikova's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Zhikova trying to pass the guard but Tucker defending well.
Zhikova is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Zhikova is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Tucker!
Zhikova controlling from mount.
More stalling from Zhikova.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
It looks like Zhikova might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Let's hope that Zhikova has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Tucker stops Zhikova from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Zhikova controlling the pace for now.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Zhikova.
Tucker is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zhikova controlling from mount. #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.
Zhikova trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Zhikova works his way to his opponent's back.
You can see the frustration on Tucker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Tucker breaks Zhikova's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Zhikova pulls Tucker in close to his closed guard and prevents Tucker from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zhikova is trying to keep Tucker in close.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Zhikova doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Tucker counters with a stiff right hand.
A shot to the liver by Tucker. Beautiful body shot.
Zhikova shoots for a takedown but Tucker saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Zhikova shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Tucker sprawls well. Tucker wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zhikova gets slowly back to his feet.
Charles Tucker has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pinina Zhikova.
Tucker lands a slapping body shot.
Pinina Zhikova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zhikova throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tucker's waist but Tucker gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zhikova off to one side.
A left and a right from Tucker both land. Nice combination.
Tucker moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Zhikova tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tucker sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Zhikova somewhat.
Tucker is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zhikova can do to turn this around?
Tucker misses with the combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tucker jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #T1#
Tucker scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tucker scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tucker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zhikova manages to avoid it.
Tucker bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tucker goes for a small jab and connects. Now Tucker goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Zhikova stumbles back but Tucker runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Zhikova to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Zhikova will ever be the same after a knockout like that.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Charles Tucker!
After the fight, Charles Tucker was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: CW MMA: Eclipse
Date: Dec 19, 2020

#R1##TD2#
Zhikova closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Zhikova has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Antony is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Zhikova yanks on the arm and Antony is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Zhikova.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Pinina Zhikova!

Event: CW MMA: Aftermath
Date: Nov 14, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Flijers throws the left hand but Zhikova avoids the punch easily.
Flijers throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Horrible takedown attempt by Zhikova or perhaps it was just good defense by Flijers, which made it look bad.
It looked like Flijers was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Zhikova.
Flijers lands a glancing blow to the side of Zhikova's head.
Flijers throws a body punch but Zhikova moves out of range.
Zhikova should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#TD2#
Zhikova fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Flijers sprawls well initially but Zhikova persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Zhikova trying to pass the guard but Flijers defending well.
Flijers trying to control from the bottom.
Zhikova passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Flijers!
Flijers is looking to get to half guard.
Flijers is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Zhikova has taken his back.
Zhikova not allowing Flijers to control his hands.
Zhikova has good solid back control here. #T1#
Flijers rolls, trying to escape but Zhikova keeps control of the position.
Flijers wants to get back to his feet.
Flijers turns into Zhikova and is now in his guard.
Flijers trying to control the position from guard on top but Zhikova is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zhikova is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
Flijers is trying to maintain the position but Zhikova is very close to passing his half guard.
Flijers is in trouble now - Zhikova has advanced to mount!
Zhikova mounts Flijers! Really nice guard pass there!
Zhikova takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Flijers's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #T2#
Zhikova controlling from the full mount.
Flijers is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Zhikova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
It looks like Zhikova might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Zhikova is continuing to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Zhikova's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Zhikova has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Flijers has given up his back.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zhikova controlling the positon.
Flijers trying to control the position but Zhikova manages to sink in the hooks.
Flijers wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
Zhikova has good solid back control here.
The adventures of Zhikova the control monster continue. Boring.
Flijers manages to reverse the position and now he's in Zhikova's guard. Nice work there by Flijers.
Zhikova trying to control the position here.
Zhikova keeping moving, preventing Flijers from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zhikova tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Flijers with a flurry of punches that miss.
Zhikova controlling the position.
Zhikova manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Flijers manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Zhikova pushing down on Flijers's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Flijers trying to control here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Zhikova drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Zhikova controls the position.
Zhikova has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Flijers is looking for a sweep.
Zhikova staying calm.
Flijers is looking for a sweep.
Zhikova is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Flijers will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Flijers is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Flijers is trying to control Zhikova's posture but Zhikova avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pinina Zhikova has got the better of the ground game so far.
A lull in the action here as Zhikova stalls from top position.#T1#
Flijers is looking for a sweep.
Zhikova is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Flijers will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Flijers is trying to improve his position.
Zhikova content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Flijers is trying to buck Zhikova off.
Zhikova content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Flijers tries to bench press Zhikova off him but Zhikova keeps the position.
Flijers on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Flijers tries to get out of the position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zhikova in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Flijers is trying to control Zhikova's posture but Zhikova avoids it.
Zhikova is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
More stalling from Zhikova.
Flijers tries to bench press Zhikova off him but Zhikova keeps the position.
A lull in the action here as Zhikova stalls from top position.#T3#
Flijers manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Zhikova stalling.
Flijers is looking for a sweep. Zhikova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zhikova takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Flijers punching from the bottom.
Flijers tries to roll over but Zhikova keeps him under control.
Zhikova performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zhikova wants to pass the guard but Flijers is defending well. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zhikova in particular looking to stall.
Zhikova passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Flijers!
Zhikova seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Flijers is holding on tight.
Flijers is trying to escape the mount.
Zhikova controlling the position easily from mount.
Zhikova forces the positional change into back control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flijers wants to escape the position.
Zhikova controls the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pinina Zhikova showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Zhikova scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Flijers gets full guard.
Zhikova preventing the sweep.
Flijers is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zhikova is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zhikova with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Zhikova passes into half guard.
Zhikova controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Zhikova.#T1#
Flijers gets full guard.
Zhikova forces his way into half guard.
Zhikova prevents Flijers from standing back up.
Flijers wants to get back to full guard.
Flijers trying to hold on to Zhikova's head to control him but Zhikova postures up.
Flijers wants to improve his position but Zhikova is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Flijers is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Zhikova is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T2#
Zhikova is looking to advance position but Flijers won't allow it.
Zhikova works his way into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Flijers is looking to regain half guard here but Zhikova keeps moving and retains side control.
Zhikova takes a little break here. Flijers wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Zhikova working away.
Zhikova slows the pace down. #T3#
Flijers struggling a bit here.
Zhikova controlling the position.
Flijers is looking for a sweep.
Flijers is working hard here to advance position.
Zhikova controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Zhikova is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Flijers knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Flijers is trying to control Zhikova's posture but Zhikova avoids it.
Flijers is letting Zhikova control him for a moment.
Pinina Zhikova is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Yet more stalling tactics from Zhikova.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Flijers is trying to get back to half guard.
Flijers throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flijers wants to get back to his feet but Zhikova drags him back down.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Flijers's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pinina Zhikova comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Zhikova 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pinina Zhikova!

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