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Event:
DC 132:Queiroz v Karjalainen
Date: Feb 18, 2024 |
#R1#
Kaspersky throws a jab but it's blocked by Bong Sik.
Bong Sik lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nikolai Kaspersky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sloppy strikes from Kaspersky. Those never looked like landing.
Bong Sik appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bong Sik throws out a loose jab but Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kaspersky misses with a few strikes there.
Bong Sik looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bong Sik swivels and escapes.
Kaspersky lands a head shot.
Kaspersky uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bong Sik.
#T1#
Nice sprawl there from Bong Sik as Kaspersky shoots in.
Ma Bong Sik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bong Sik looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bong Sik takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kaspersky.
Bong Sik leaves Kaspersky with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It appears Bong Sik was looking to counter with a kick there.
Ma Bong Sik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.#T2#
A shot to the liver by Bong Sik. Beautiful body shot.
Kaspersky moves away from the strike by Bong Sik.
Kaspersky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bong Sik loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.
Kaspersky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bong Sik defends it well.
Bong Sik lands a jab to the nose.
Kaspersky looks for a takedown but Bong Sik sprawls well.
Bong Sik thinks about countering with a body kick.#T3#
Kaspersky scores with a one two! Bong Sik had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
No joy there for Bong Sik, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bong Sik pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kaspersky tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bong Sik defends well and Kaspersky ends up having to push Bong Sik into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Bong Sik wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kaspersky darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kaspersky misses with a double jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Bong Sik misses the target.#T4#
Bong Sik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bong Sik displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kaspersky.
Bong Sik is looking for a counter combo.
Bong Sik throws a poor cross that misses
and Kaspersky counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kaspersky stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bong Sik stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bong Sik wants it to stay on the feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bong Sik keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
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 Ma Bong Sik will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kaspersky throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bong Sik's waist but Bong Sik gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kaspersky off to one side.
Bong Sik is looking to counter with head kicks.
Bong Sik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kaspersky.
Bong Sik is looking to counter punch.
Kaspersky lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A slow jab from Kaspersky misses its intended target.
Kaspersky looks to throw the jab but Bong Sik is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bong Sik on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bong Sik misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Kaspersky was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bong Sik throws a jab when Kaspersky was well out of range.
Kaspersky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T1#
Kaspersky swinging wildly here.
A little feinted left hand from Bong Sik on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bong Sik gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bong Sik throws the kick towards the body but Kaspersky avoids it.
Kaspersky slips under a jab.
Bong Sik scores with a push kick.#T2#
Kaspersky misses with a few strikes there.
Bong Sik is looking to counter punch.
Kaspersky looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Bong Sik looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Kaspersky throws the left hand but Bong Sik avoids the punch easily.
Bong Sik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaspersky manages to avoid it.
Bong Sik misses with a hook. Kaspersky ducked under it nicely.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bong Sik bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kaspersky's head.#T3#
Bong Sik stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bong Sik pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kaspersky throws a hook to the side of Bong Sik's head but Bong Sik sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bong Sik connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kaspersky has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kaspersky might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Bong Sik gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kaspersky.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Kaspersky looks for a takedown but Bong Sik sprawls well.
We've been told by Bong Sik's head coaches at Primal Concrete Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Ma Bong Sik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.#T4#
Bong Sik tries to land a body kick
and Kaspersky counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kaspersky lands a nice shot to the body.
Bong Sik lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Bong Sik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Bong Sik.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky avoids the body shot from Bong Sik.
Kaspersky with the counter takedown but Bong Sik avoids it easily.
Bong Sik cracks Kaspersky with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ma Bong Sik dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Kaspersky scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bong Sik in his tracks.
Kaspersky shoots in but no luck this time.
Bong Sik is looking to counter punch.
Bong Sik dodges the punch combination from Kaspersky.
An attempted straight right counter from Bong Sik misses the target.
Bong Sik displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kaspersky throws out the jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bong Sik scores with a hook.
Bong Sik throws a hook to the side of Kaspersky's head but Kaspersky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Bong Sik waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaspersky.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kaspersky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A quick step to the side and Bong Sik tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bong Sik misses with a wild combination.
Kaspersky feints the counter takedown.
Kaspersky fails to land the takedown.
A little feinted left hand from Bong Sik on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bong Sik throws a right and a left that both miss.#T2#
Kaspersky moves out of range of the body kick from Bong Sik.
Bong Sik thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kaspersky feints the counter takedown.
Bong Sik bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kaspersky.
Ma Bong Sik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.
Kaspersky throws a hook but Bong Sik blocks it.
Bong Sik was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Kaspersky connects with a body shot.
Kaspersky tests Bong Sik's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kaspersky moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Bong Sik throws a wild body kick that Kaspersky sees coming a mile off.
Kaspersky fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
It looked like Bong Sik wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A jab from Bong Sik does it's job there.#T4#
Nice sprawl there from Bong Sik as Kaspersky shoots in.
Kaspersky misses with a double jab.
Bong Sik is looking to counter punch.
A slow jab from Bong Sik misses its intended target.
Kaspersky changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bong Sik tries to avoid it but Kaspersky manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bong Sik to the ground. Bong Sik escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nice cross by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bong Sik avoids it really well and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Ma Bong Sik did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Kaspersky shoots for a takedown but Bong Sik saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kaspersky shoots in for a double leg but Bong Sik sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bong Sik is looking to counter punch.
Bong Sik gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Kaspersky pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Bong Sik back to the cage. Kaspersky follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bong Sik avoids the body shot from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky fails with the takedown
and Bong Sik counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ma Bong Sik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.#T1#
Bong Sik tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Bong Sik.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kaspersky.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kaspersky.
It looked like Bong Sik wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kaspersky slips a jab from Bong Sik.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kaspersky avoids the head kick by Bong Sik.
Bong Sik misses with an uppercut. Kaspersky saw that one coming.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kaspersky misses with a hook
letting Bong Sik counter with a right hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Kaspersky as he connects with a hook.
Kaspersky on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kaspersky misses with a jab, cross combination.
#T3##KD#
Bong Sik sends Kaspersky crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bong Sik is motioning to the referee to let Kaspersky up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Kaspersky is rocked!
Kaspersky throws a poor cross that misses
and Bong Sik counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ma Bong Sik!
Ma Bong Sik retains his middleweight title!
Our winner, Ma Bong Sik, 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. |
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Event:
DC 129: Vinge v Karjarlainen
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
#R1#
Yan Spentliche moves out of range as Kaspersky strikes.
The fighters circling - Yan Spentliche throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kaspersky fails with the takedown.
Yan Spentliche feints a counter leg kick.
Yan Spentliche throws out a loose jab but Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Yan Spentliche misses with a looping right.
Yan Spentliche misses with an uppercut. Kaspersky saw that one coming.
Kaspersky connects with a right hand. Yan Spentliche shakes it off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yan Spentliche walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Yan Spentliche misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Yan Spentliche looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kaspersky takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#T1#
Kaspersky misses with a jab, cross combination.
Yan Spentliche misses with a body shot.
Kaspersky throws the left hand but Yan Spentliche avoids the punch easily.
Yan Spentliche tries to bum rush Kaspersky with a series of wild strikes but Kaspersky uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Yan Spentliche swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Horghain Yan Spentliche seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaspersky lands with an uppercut that bounces Yan Spentliche off the cage and back into range.
Yan Spentliche swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A clash of legs there as Kaspersky blocks the low kick.
Nice takedown defense from Yan Spentliche. No joy for Kaspersky on that attempt.
Yan Spentliche misses with a lunging right hand
and Kaspersky counters with a straight right hand.
Kaspersky lands a head shot.#T2##TD#
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kaspersky was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
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!
Yan Spentliche is pushing Kaspersky's head away, looking to escape. Kaspersky manages to hold on to the position though.
Kaspersky tries to score with some ground and pound. Yan Spentliche controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Yan Spentliche taking a bit of punishment here - Kaspersky scoring with strikes.
Kaspersky prevents Yan Spentliche from escaping the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Yan Spentliche is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Yan Spentliche is letting Kaspersky control him for a moment.
Yan Spentliche felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Yan Spentliche wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T3#
Kaspersky cracks Yan Spentliche with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound.
Kaspersky works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Yan Spentliche is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Yan Spentliche to see if he's OK.
Yan Spentliche takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Yan Spentliche is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kaspersky has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kaspersky controlling the position from side mount.
Kaspersky scores with punches from side control. #T4#
You can see the frustration on Yan Spentliche's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Yan Spentliche takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kaspersky landing a few strikes.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Yan Spentliche is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kaspersky is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Yan Spentliche's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kaspersky cracks Yan Spentliche with a big right hand but Yan Spentliche just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Kaspersky slows the pace down.
Kaspersky is chipping away with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Yan Spentliche looks to throw the jab but Kaspersky is out of range. #TD#
Kaspersky scores with a takedown into Yan Spentliche's guard.
Kaspersky is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kaspersky not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kaspersky landing some decent shots from guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
Kaspersky stops Yan Spentliche from standing up.
Kaspersky lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kaspersky's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2#
Yan Spentliche escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kaspersky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Kaspersky's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kaspersky working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Yan Spentliche's head.
Kaspersky is pushing down on Yan Spentliche's leg trying to pass to half guard. Yan Spentliche is fighting to maintain full guard but Kaspersky has managed to sneak the leg through.
Yan Spentliche tries to kick Kaspersky off but Kaspersky keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kaspersky controlling the action here.
Yan Spentliche trying to hold on to Kaspersky's head to control him but Kaspersky postures up.
Yan Spentliche won't allow Kaspersky to pass to mount.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kaspersky trying to control the pace.
Kaspersky is looking to advance position but Yan Spentliche won't allow it. #T2#
Kaspersky perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Yan Spentliche is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kaspersky scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kaspersky seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Yan Spentliche does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Yan Spentliche has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kaspersky is working away from the top position though.
Kaspersky looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Yan Spentliche with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Yan Spentliche is trying to stand.
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.
Kaspersky is nestled in close to Yan Spentliche, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
Kaspersky prevents Yan Spentliche from standing back up.
Kaspersky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yan Spentliche can do to turn this around?
Yan Spentliche is trying to escape back to his feet but Kaspersky uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Yan Spentliche tries to escape but Kaspersky is in control.
Kaspersky working the body and head with strikes.
Yan Spentliche takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Yan Spentliche wants to control but Kaspersky postures up.
Yan Spentliche tries to escape but Kaspersky is in control.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Yan Spentliche to see if he's OK.
Yan Spentliche tries to escape but Kaspersky is in control.
Kaspersky trying to control the position but Yan Spentliche is working away.
Kaspersky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kaspersky taking a breather here. #T4#
Kaspersky cracks Yan Spentliche with a big right hand but Yan Spentliche just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kaspersky working away.
Kaspersky lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kaspersky landing strikes.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Yan Spentliche is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kaspersky working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yan Spentliche is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kaspersky has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kaspersky is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kaspersky'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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Yan Spentliche just misses with a punch to the body.
Yan Spentliche misses with a straight right.
Kaspersky listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#TD#
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Yan Spentliche keeps moving.
Kaspersky showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kaspersky won't allow Yan Spentliche to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
Yan Spentliche is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kaspersky is controlling him.
Kaspersky landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Yan Spentliche looking for a guillotine here but Kaspersky defends easily.
Kaspersky is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kaspersky stands up over Yan Spentliche, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Yan Spentliche has momentary wrist control but Kaspersky slips an elbow through the middle.
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky stops Yan Spentliche from standing up.
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kaspersky's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Kaspersky sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Yan Spentliche's guard.
Kaspersky keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kaspersky has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Horghain Yan Spentliche seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Kaspersky closes the distance and clinches up with Yan Spentliche, looking for a takedown. Kaspersky pushes Yan Spentliche against the cage but Yan Spentliche circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Yan Spentliche is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Kaspersky tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yan Spentliche sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kaspersky somewhat.
Kaspersky slips a straight right by Yan Spentliche.
Some wild striking there from Yan Spentliche.
Yan Spentliche throws a jab but it's blocked by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky tries to counter with a takedown but Yan Spentliche is quick to defend against it.
Horghain Yan Spentliche is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yan Spentliche throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Yan Spentliche misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice double leg into guard. #T4#
Yan Spentliche wants to stand up but Kaspersky is controlling him.
Kaspersky sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Yan Spentliche is looking to stand up but Kaspersky isn't so interested in that idea.
Kaspersky looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Yan Spentliche throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kaspersky, 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:26
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:26
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
A relieved looking Nikolai Kaspersky thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
DC 123: Colamarino vSitsongrit
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
#R1#
Kaspersky throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kaspersky throws the left hand but Ritori avoids the punch easily.
Ritori looks to land a left hand but Kaspersky moved out of range nicely.#TD#
Ritori gets caught napping as Kaspersky dives in and scores a takedown. Ritori manages to retain guard.
Kaspersky 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.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kaspersky seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ritori for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ritori pulls Kaspersky in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Kaspersky is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky is working Ritori over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky trying to control but Ritori is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky controlling from the top position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kaspersky postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kaspersky misses with a body punch
and Ritori counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kaspersky's knee momentarily.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
A lazy left from Kaspersky finds it's target.
Kaspersky throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ritori sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kaspersky looks for a takedown but Ritori sprawls well.
Ritori throws a hook to the side of Kaspersky's head but Kaspersky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ritori scores with a decent looking hook.
Ritori throws an off balance right hand
and Kaspersky counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ritori scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ritori tried to score with a low kick but Kaspersky checks it.
Ritori misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kaspersky.
Wusan Ritori is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Kaspersky misses the target.
Ritori looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ritori throws a nice inside leg kick. #TD#
Kaspersky gets a takedown into half guard.
Ritori is looking to control Kaspersky's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ritori avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Ritori dodges it nicely.
Kaspersky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kaspersky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Ground and pound from Kaspersky.
Ritori keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kaspersky keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kaspersky is stalling here. Ritori is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Kaspersky seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ritori has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Kaspersky struggling a bit here.
Kaspersky tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ritori wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ritori has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Kaspersky tries to hold on but Ritori pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Kaspersky darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ritori wants to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky throwing shots but Ritori is blocking nicely.
Kaspersky is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ritori on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Ritori dodges it nicely.
#T1#
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kaspersky is trying to control. Ritori wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kaspersky is controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ritori manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kaspersky trying to control but Ritori is working from the bottom.
Ritori looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kaspersky is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Ritori wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kaspersky misses with a takedown
and Ritori connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
No joy there for Kaspersky, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ritori throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Kaspersky closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ritori did well to prevent Kaspersky getting side control.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Ritori dodges it nicely.
Kaspersky stalling away here and it's allowed Ritori to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Ritori looking to control.
#T3#
Ritori is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ritori utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kaspersky scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Ritori keeps moving. #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.
Ritori working a defensive guard here.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kaspersky misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ritori looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kaspersky checks a leg kick.
Kaspersky misses with a two punch combination.
Kaspersky rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ritori moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ritori throws a leg kick #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ritori!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky cracks Ritori with a big elbow.
Ritori parries the strikes from Kaspersky easily there. Kaspersky is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Ritori to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that second round.
That's time! Kaspersky's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Kaspersky slips under a jab.
Kaspersky misses with a takedown
and Ritori makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kaspersky swinging wildly here.
Kaspersky keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Kaspersky on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Wusan Ritori seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ritori.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kaspersky, as that shot connected.
Ritori swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky slips under a jab.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Ritori stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kaspersky shoots and misses
letting Ritori counter with a right hand. #TD#
Kaspersky closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Ritori felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Kaspersky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Ritori is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kaspersky lands strikes from half guard.
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kaspersky trying to control from half guard but Ritori is working away.
Kaspersky looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kaspersky is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Ritori bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kaspersky's guard. #REVB#
Kaspersky not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kaspersky is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kaspersky looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ritori is one step ahead there. #T3#
Kaspersky is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ritori won't allow Kaspersky to sweep him here.
Kaspersky is trying to control the position but Ritori postures up.
Kaspersky wants to improve his position but instead Ritori has moved into half guard.
Kaspersky is trying is best to control the position here.
Kaspersky wants to control but Ritori is keeping busy and won't allow it. #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.
Kaspersky is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ritori scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Kaspersky checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kaspersky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ritori can do to turn this around?
Kaspersky swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Ritori counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ritori takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kaspersky throws an overhand right that lands on Ritori's shoulder, as Ritori tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ritori wants to land a leg kick but Kaspersky is out of range.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.
Wusan Ritori has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jab, jab by Kaspersky - just one landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wusan Ritori comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kaspersky 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
After winning the bout, Nikolai Kaspersky thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
DC 118 Christmas Eve II
Date: Dec 24, 2023 |
#R1#
A combination from Franco does no damage.
And Kaspersky tries to counter it with a takedown but Franco pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Franco with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kaspersky to score with a decent uppercut.
Sloppy strikes from Franco. Those never looked like landing.
Franco has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Franco misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Franco throws out a loose jab but Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Franco throws a series of punches but Kaspersky avoids them all with ease.
Franco throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Franco!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kaspersky takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Franco falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Kaspersky counters with a shoot takedown. Franco fights it but they end up in guard.
Kaspersky trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kaspersky controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Kaspersky keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Franco's head.
Kaspersky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kaspersky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kaspersky's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kaspersky sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Franco wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kaspersky manages to pass to side control.
Franco on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Franco tries to get out of the position.
Franco on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kaspersky content to control rather than advance.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kaspersky connects with a nice short shot to Franco's temple. #T3#
Kaspersky lands strikes from half guard.
Kaspersky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kaspersky is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kaspersky controlling the action here.
Kaspersky throwing shots but Franco is blocking nicely.
Kaspersky with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A head kick misses from Franco.
Kaspersky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kaspersky throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD2#
Kaspersky throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Franco was covering up waiting for the punch and Kaspersky finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kaspersky controlling from the top position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
That's time! Franco's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Franco jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Franco looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Franco misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kaspersky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kaspersky looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kaspersky throws a big elbow that misses.
Franco being controlled here, momentarily.
Kaspersky trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Franco manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky controlling the position.#T1#
Kaspersky's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kaspersky trying to strike off his back.
Kaspersky is pulling down on Franco's head to control his posture.
Kaspersky throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kaspersky striking off his back but it's not causing Franco any problems. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Franco takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kaspersky digs a good hook to Franco's body.
#TD2#
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kaspersky is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Franco knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kaspersky on the ground.
Kaspersky working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Franco's head.
Kaspersky trying to control but Franco is working from the bottom. #T3#
Kaspersky sitting in guard here, content to control.
Kaspersky landing with the ground and pound.
Kaspersky 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.
Nikolai Kaspersky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kaspersky makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kaspersky stays in close to Franco's body and controls the position.
Kaspersky passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Franco is trying to escape the position but Kaspersky is controlling the position.
Kaspersky is continuing to stall.
More stalling from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky cracks Franco with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaspersky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Franco is trying to buck Kaspersky off.
Kaspersky controls the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky 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! This is the final round!#R3#
Franco throws a sloppy head kick and Kaspersky moves out of range easily.
Franco needs to keep his hands up - Kaspersky had a free shot at his head there.#TD2#
Kaspersky scores with a takedown into Franco's guard.
Kaspersky is standing up over Franco. Franco looks to escape but Kaspersky dives into side control.
#REVR#
Kaspersky working the head and body with strikes.
Kaspersky slows the pace down.
Kaspersky trying to control the position but Franco is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T1#
A lull in the action here.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Franco is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Franco is avoiding damage well.
Kaspersky wants to control but Franco is keeping him busy.
Sloppy strikes there by Kaspersky.
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Franco seems a little lost for a moment, as Kaspersky dominates the positioning.
Juan David Franco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The adventures of Kaspersky the control monster continue. Boring.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Franco misses with the combination.
Kaspersky lands with a right hand.
A left lands for Kaspersky.
Kaspersky darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Franco throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaspersky sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Franco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Franco throws a right and a left that Kaspersky avoids nicely.
Franco looks to land a left hand but Kaspersky moved out of range nicely.
Franco misses with a two punch combination.
A head kick by Franco misses #TD2#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Franco is trying to escape the position but Kaspersky is controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Let's hope that Kaspersky 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kaspersky 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
After winning the bout, Nikolai Kaspersky thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
DC 108 :Bollomard v Gambini
Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Castro.
Castro throws a head kick but Kaspersky moves out of range.
#TD2#
Kaspersky changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Castro looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Castro explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Kaspersky keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Castro.
Kaspersky looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kaspersky lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kaspersky scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Castro doesn't seem bothered though.
Castro throws a head kick that misses
and Kaspersky counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kaspersky dives in for a single leg takedown but Castro sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T1##TD2#
Kaspersky scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Castro is pushing Kaspersky's head away, looking to escape. Kaspersky manages to hold on to the position though.
Kaspersky working the head and body with strikes.
Kaspersky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Castro keeps working.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kaspersky working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Kaspersky lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Castro is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
Castro trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Castro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
A lull in the action here.
Castro is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Castro managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
#T3#
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Castro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kaspersky staying out of range there.
Castro walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Castro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kaspersky.
Fidelity Castro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kaspersky with a lazy takedown attempt
and Castro counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Castro takes one to the side of the head.
Castro ducks right into an uppercut from Kaspersky.
Castro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kaspersky manages to avoid it.#T4#
Castro blocks a jab.
Castro throwing a counter right hand but Kaspersky manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Kaspersky scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Castro is trying to stand.
Kaspersky is trying to control. Castro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky stops Castro from getting back to his feet.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kaspersky content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Castro on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Kaspersky closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Castro throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Kaspersky shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Castro defends it nicely.
It looked like Castro wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown but Castro shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Castro misses with a head kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kaspersky.
Fidelity Castro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.#T1#
Nice cross by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Castro tries a head kick but it misses.
Kaspersky misses with an uppercut.
Kaspersky avoids the body shot from Castro.
Castro lands a nice shot to the body.
Castro takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T2#
A big right from Castro misses.
Kaspersky looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Castro misses with a looping right.
Kaspersky misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kaspersky looks to land a left hand but Castro moved out of range nicely.
Kaspersky moves out of range of the strikes.
Kaspersky looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kaspersky keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Castro throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kaspersky lands an overhand right.#T3#
Castro tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Castro loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.
Kaspersky connects with a looping right hand.
Kaspersky might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Castro on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
Kaspersky scores with a takedown into Castro's guard.
Kaspersky postures up and lands a big shot to Castro's brow.
Castro avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Castro wants to stand but Kaspersky is controlling the position. #T4#
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Castro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Castro is looking to stand up but Kaspersky isn't so interested in that idea.
Kaspersky must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kaspersky is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kaspersky won't allow Castro to get back to his feet.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Castro is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Castro scores with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Fidelity Castro will probably get the nod.
That's time! Castro's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Castro misses with a looping right.#TD2#
Kaspersky shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Kaspersky keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Nikolai Kaspersky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Castro won't allow Kaspersky to pass to mount.
Castro is trying to stand back up but Kaspersky is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky tries to pass the half guard into mount. Castro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kaspersky trying to control the pace.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T1#
Castro is not content to let Kaspersky control the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Castro cracks Kaspersky with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Kaspersky drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Castro keeps moving.
Castro is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2##ES#
Castro pushes Kaspersky off and gets back to his feet.
Kaspersky shoots for a takedown but Castro saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kaspersky works the jab nicely.
Nice shot lands for Kaspersky.
Kaspersky cracks Castro with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kaspersky fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Castro on the side of the head.
Castro connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kaspersky avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T3#
Castro throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaspersky displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #TD2#
Castro gets caught flat footed, as Kaspersky shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES#
Castro has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kaspersky is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Kaspersky tries to pull guard but Castro holds him up against the cage and eventually Kaspersky drops back down to his feet.
Kaspersky jumps guard but Castro turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Fidelity Castro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.
Kaspersky drops down looking for an ankle pick but Castro pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD2#
Castro gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kaspersky to score an easy takedown into full guard.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Castro wants to stand but Kaspersky is controlling the position.
Kaspersky looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Castro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Castro preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Nikolai Kaspersky.
I think Kaspersky has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
After winning the bout, Nikolai Kaspersky thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
DC 97: Burdon v Ratt
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Kaspersky throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Béliveau's waist but Béliveau gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kaspersky off to one side.
Béliveau throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kaspersky fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Béliveau lands a jab.
Béliveau throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control.
Kaspersky takes a little break here. Béliveau wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound.
Kaspersky lands a nice forearm strike.
Béliveau is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Kaspersky not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Béliveau is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kaspersky is taking a breather. Béliveau 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kaspersky thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Béliveau's head.
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Béliveau dodges it nicely.
Béliveau taking some punishment here, with Kaspersky in his half guard.
Kaspersky is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Béliveau felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Béliveau regains full guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Kaspersky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Béliveau pulls Kaspersky in close to his closed guard and prevents Kaspersky from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kaspersky postures up in Béliveau's guard and throws a big left but Béliveau blocks it.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Kaspersky controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Béliveau fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kaspersky checks it well.
Kaspersky slips a straight right by Béliveau.
Béliveau throws a leg kick
and Kaspersky counters with a stiff right hand.
Béliveau throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Béliveau scrambles and gets back to his feet.
#T3#
Kaspersky fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Béliveau manages to avoid it.
Kaspersky chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Béliveau can pounce on him.
#TD#
Kaspersky looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kaspersky wants to control but Béliveau is keeping him busy.
Béliveau is looking to improve his position.
Kaspersky missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Béliveau is looking to improve his position.
Kaspersky moves into full mount! Béliveau won't be happy about that!
Kaspersky 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.#T4#
Kaspersky controlling from mount.
Béliveau blocking the ground and pound.
Kaspersky misses with a head shot.
Béliveau is looking to improve his position but Kaspersky isn't that keen on the idea.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kaspersky pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Béliveau lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kaspersky has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kaspersky and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Béliveau jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Béliveau lands with a nice body punch.
Béliveau throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Béliveau attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kaspersky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Béliveau can do to turn this around?
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Béliveau.
Kaspersky tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Béliveau was well out of range. Poor timing from Kaspersky.
Béliveau looks to throw the jab but Kaspersky is out of range.
Béliveau misses with a hook to the body
and Kaspersky connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky avoids the body shot from Béliveau.
A solid leg kick lands there for Béliveau.
Béliveau pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Béliveau misses with an uppercut.
Kaspersky fails with the takedown.#T1#
Kaspersky on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Béliveau. That's going to slow Kaspersky down.
Kaspersky avoids a punch combination nicely.
Béliveau throws an overhand right that lands on Kaspersky's shoulder, as Kaspersky tries to avoid the shot.
Kaspersky shoots in looking for a takedown. Béliveau tries to sprawl out of it but Kaspersky keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Béliveau manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Kaspersky tries to score a power double leg takedown but Béliveau sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kaspersky somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nikolai Kaspersky. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Kaspersky tries to score a power double leg takedown but Béliveau sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kaspersky somewhat.
Béliveau lands with a good body shot.
Léopold Béliveau is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Béliveau throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaspersky sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Léopold Béliveau seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circling - Béliveau throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Béliveau.
Béliveau throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kaspersky takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kaspersky prevents Béliveau from improving his position.
Kaspersky is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Kaspersky stalling away here and it's allowed Béliveau to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Béliveau keeping moving, preventing Kaspersky from controlling successfully.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Béliveau has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Béliveau utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #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.
Kaspersky showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Kaspersky seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Béliveau for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Béliveau catches Kaspersky with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nice jab there from Béliveau.
A jab from Béliveau misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Léopold Béliveau showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
The fighters circling - Béliveau throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kaspersky keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaspersky thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kaspersky checks a leg kick.
A low kick from Béliveau is predictable there #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky stopping the sweep attempt from Béliveau.
Kaspersky trying to control but Béliveau is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky with a flurry of punches that miss. #T1#
Kaspersky's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kaspersky trying to control but Béliveau is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Béliveau lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Kaspersky keeping moving, preventing Béliveau from controlling successfully.
Kaspersky trying to keep a closed guard but Béliveau is proving a slippery customer.
Kaspersky seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kaspersky is trying to keep Béliveau in close.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kaspersky trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Kaspersky pulls Béliveau in close to his closed guard and prevents Béliveau from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kaspersky goes for a double leg but Béliveau avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Béliveau continues to drive forward.
Kaspersky jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Béliveau walks away with a smile on his face. Kaspersky gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Some bone on bone action there as Kaspersky checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kaspersky on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Béliveau swings for the body but Kaspersky moves out of range.
Béliveau misses the shot to the body.
A leg kick checked by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky tries to counter with a takedown but Béliveau is quick to defend against it.
Béliveau throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Béliveau throws a leg kick #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #T3#
Kaspersky controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Béliveau is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Béliveau is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kaspersky looking to sit in guard and control but Béliveau gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kaspersky looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Béliveau 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.
Kaspersky controlling Béliveau's posture.
Kaspersky throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaspersky seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kaspersky not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Léopold Béliveau.
I think Béliveau 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 28:29
Judge Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Léopold Béliveau!
A relieved looking Léopold Béliveau thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
RISE 189: Diggs vs Daan
Date: Aug 05, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Kaspersky enables Rhodes to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kaspersky manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Kaspersky managing to control the position.
Kaspersky looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kaspersky looking to control.
Kaspersky throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Rhodes won't allow Kaspersky to sweep him here.
Kaspersky has Rhodes pulled in close to control his posture.
Rhodes missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rhodes trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Rhodes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rhodes 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.
Rhodes passes Kaspersky's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kaspersky blocking the ground and pound attempt from Rhodes.
Kaspersky felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Rhodes trying to control from half guard but Kaspersky is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Rhodes perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rhodes throwing shots but Kaspersky is blocking nicely.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rhodes connects with a nice short shot to Kaspersky's temple.
Rhodes thows a huge punch but Kaspersky dodges it nicely.
Kaspersky is doing well to control the position and prevent Rhodes from advancing to side control.
Kaspersky trying to hold on to Rhodes's head to control him but Rhodes postures up.
#SUB#
Rhodes seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Kaspersky has recovered full guard.
Kaspersky trying to control the position here.
Kaspersky trying to control the position.
#T2#
Rhodes wanted to stand there but Kaspersky had control of the position.
Rhodes trying to control the position from guard on top but Kaspersky is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rhodes throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Rhodes stays in close to Kaspersky's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Rhodes waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaspersky.
Kaspersky moves out of range as Rhodes strikes.#TD#
Kaspersky gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Rhodes with a nice head shot there.#T3#
Kaspersky not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Rhodes throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kaspersky works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Rhodes postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Rhodes makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rhodes is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rhodes advances to half guard.
Kaspersky wants to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky wants to control but Rhodes is keeping busy.
Rhodes trying to control the action but Kaspersky is working from the bottom. #T4#
Rhodes lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kaspersky tries to roll over but Rhodes keeps him under control.
Kaspersky is looking to control Rhodes's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kaspersky avoid being mounted?
Rhodes is nestled in close to Kaspersky, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaspersky is trying to maintain the position but Rhodes is very close to passing his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dusty Rhodes dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Rhodes throws a series of punches but Kaspersky avoids them all with ease. #TD2#
Kaspersky drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kaspersky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Rhodes is looking to regain half guard here but Kaspersky keeps moving and retains side control.
Kaspersky wants to control but Rhodes is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Kaspersky scoring with punches from side control.
Rhodes gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Kaspersky slows the pace down in half guard.
Rhodes trying to control here.
Kaspersky is just content to waste time from the top position. Rhodes takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Kaspersky working some strikes from top position.
Rhodes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kaspersky can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Rhodes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kaspersky gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Rhodes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kaspersky is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kaspersky is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Rhodes is looking for a triangle but Kaspersky pushes his legs off easily.
Rhodes trying to keep a closed guard but Kaspersky is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Rhodes has his feet on Kaspersky's thighs here. He's pushed Kaspersky off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Kaspersky screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dusty Rhodes!
A pretty intense looking Dusty Rhodes took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
RISE 175
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Kaspersky shoots in and bounces Fergusson off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kaspersky is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Fergusson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kaspersky works over Fergusson with some ground and pound from guard.
Fergusson keeping moving, preventing Kaspersky from controlling successfully.
Kaspersky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kaspersky works over Fergusson with some ground and pound from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fergusson is striking from the bottom but Kaspersky uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Fergusson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fergusson is trying to stand back up but Kaspersky is controlling him
#T1#
Kaspersky lands strikes from half guard.
Kaspersky throwing shots but Fergusson is blocking nicely.
Kaspersky winds up and cracks Fergusson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Fergusson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Fergusson is working from the bottom.
Fergusson is pressing down on Kaspersky's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky is looking to work some ground and pound but Fergusson has wrist control.
Fergusson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kaspersky's guard. #REVR#
Kaspersky looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Fergusson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kaspersky is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Kaspersky looking for a sweep. Not yet Kaspersky, not yet.
Fergusson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kaspersky throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Fergusson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kaspersky works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fergusson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kaspersky works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kaspersky pulls Fergusson in close to his closed guard and prevents Fergusson from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kaspersky will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Kaspersky shoots in for a double leg but Fergusson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kaspersky throws a looping overhand right but Fergusson ducks down to avoid it. #TD2#
Kaspersky closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Fergusson to the mat! Fergusson manages to get full guard.
Fergusson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kaspersky lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kaspersky with a nice head shot there.
Kaspersky landing some decent shots from guard.
Fergusson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kaspersky working his ground and pound in the gym.
Fergusson wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Fergusson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Fergusson wants to sweep but no luck.
Fergusson wants to stand but Kaspersky is controlling the position.
Kaspersky stays in close to Fergusson's body and controls the position.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Fergusson keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Kaspersky misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kaspersky keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kaspersky with the counter takedown but Fergusson avoids it easily.
Kaspersky moves out of range as Fergusson strikes.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Fergusson lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kaspersky has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kaspersky and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Kaspersky sizes up Fergusson with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A slow jab from Kaspersky misses its intended target.
Fergusson throws a hook but Kaspersky blocks it.
That kick from Fergusson tenderised Kaspersky's leg. Kaspersky is trying to keep his angry face on.
Fergusson looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fergusson loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.#TD2#
Fergusson gets caught napping as Kaspersky dives in and scores a takedown. Fergusson manages to retain guard.
Fergusson throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Kaspersky scoring with some ground and pound. #T1#
Kaspersky scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Fergusson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Fergusson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Fergusson throwing strikes from guard but Kaspersky blocks nicely.
Kaspersky looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T2#
Fergusson throwing strikes but missing.
Fergusson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Kaspersky pulls Fergusson in close to prevent any damage.
Kaspersky's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Kaspersky trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Kaspersky lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Fergusson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Kaspersky sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fergusson wants to sweep here but Kaspersky controlling him for the moment.
Kaspersky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kaspersky is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Fergusson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fergusson looking for a sweep. Not yet Fergusson, not yet.
Fergusson is working hard here to advance position.#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.
Kaspersky trying to control but Fergusson is working from the bottom.
Fergusson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kaspersky is controlling him. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Fergusson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
A slow jab from Fergusson misses its intended target.
Kaspersky feints the counter takedown.
Kaspersky pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fergusson is looking to counter punch.
Kaspersky shoots in but no luck this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaspersky fails to land with a series of punches.
A little feinted left hand from Fergusson on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Fergusson misses with the combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Nikolai Kaspersky will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Fergusson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
That kick from Fergusson tenderised Kaspersky's leg. Kaspersky is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kaspersky looks to land a left hand but Fergusson moved out of range nicely.
Fergusson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fergusson tried to score with a low kick but Kaspersky checks it.
The crowd cheers as Fergusson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kaspersky doesn't seem phased though.
Fergusson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaspersky moves away.
Kaspersky with a poor takedown
and Fergusson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky working away.
Kaspersky trying to control the position but Fergusson is working away. #T1#
Fergusson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee asks Kaspersky politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kaspersky prefers to stall for the moment though.
Kaspersky in side control lands a decent elbow.
Nikolai Kaspersky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fergusson struggling a bit here.
Fergusson gets back to half guard.
Kaspersky looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fergusson is looking for a sweep. Kaspersky is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Kaspersky perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Fergusson tries to roll over but Kaspersky keeps him under control.
Kaspersky looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Fergusson wants to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Fergusson is trying to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky tries to pass to full mount but Fergusson defends it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nice body punch from Kaspersky. #T3##TD2#
Kaspersky closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kaspersky controlling the position.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Fergusson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shane Fergusson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
You can see the frustration on Fergusson's face as Kaspersky controls the position.
Fergusson tries to improve position but can't.
Kaspersky is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Fergusson will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fergusson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kaspersky 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 Johanna Lukiainen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
After winning the bout, Nikolai Kaspersky thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
RISE 162
Date: Apr 15, 2023 |
#R1#
The fighters circling - Kaspersky throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Hohol on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hohol tries to clinch up#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Hohol tries to buck Kaspersky off but Kaspersky is having none of it.
Kaspersky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hohol keeps working.
Hohol is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kaspersky's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Hohol felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Hohol wants to get back to full guard.
Hohol throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hohol is staying active underneath Kaspersky, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hohol trying to control but Kaspersky postures up.
Kaspersky scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Hohol throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Hohol has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Hohol wants to improve his position but Kaspersky is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hohol trying to control here.
Hohol wants to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky is looking to advance position but Hohol won't allow it.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Hohol is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Still in half guard, Kaspersky seems content to control.
Kaspersky trying to control from half guard but Hohol is working away.
Kaspersky is thwarting Hohol's attempts to control the position.
Hohol is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kaspersky seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kaspersky is keen to just control but Hohol is a slippery customer.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T2#
Kaspersky is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Hohol is looking to improve his position.
Kaspersky is keen to just control but Hohol is a slippery customer.
Hohol is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nice strikes from Kaspersky there.
Kaspersky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Hohol tries to roll over but Kaspersky keeps him under control.
Hohol regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Hohol keeps moving.
Kaspersky preventing the sweep. #T3#
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hohol lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Hohol throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kaspersky works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Hohol throwing strikes but missing.
Kaspersky has Hohol pulled in close to control his posture.
Hohol postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Hohol being controlled here momentarily.
Hohol trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hohol throws a strike but Kaspersky rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Hohol not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Hohol is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hohol is trying to control the position but Kaspersky postures up. #T4#
Hohol 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.
Kaspersky scoring with some ground and pound.
Kaspersky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hohol is keeping the position for now.
Kaspersky chips away with some ground and pound.
Kaspersky content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hohol 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#
Kaspersky trying to hold on to Hohol's head to control him but Hohol postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky manages to get to full guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hohol postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hohol shoots in but Kaspersky avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Hohol closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kaspersky circles away.
Kaspersky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hohol throws out the jab.
Hohol fails with an attempt to clinch.
A nice combination there by Kaspersky.
Hohol fails with a takedown attempt.
Nikolai Kaspersky has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Honza Hohol.
Hohol shoots for a double leg takedown but Kaspersky sprawls well. He's pushed Hohol's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hohol shoots for a double leg takedown but Kaspersky sprawls well. He's pushed Hohol's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hohol tries to clinch but Kaspersky is having none of it.
Kaspersky swats away the attempt to clinch by Hohol.
Hohol waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaspersky.#T1#
Hohol throws a body shot but no joy.
Kaspersky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hohol sprawls and moves away.
Kaspersky jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kaspersky takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#TD#
Kaspersky looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kaspersky lands with a punch from half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.#ROC#Hohol is rocked!
Hohol is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hohol is still in real trouble! Can Kaspersky finish him?
Ground and pound from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky controlling the action here.
Kaspersky trying to control from half guard but Hohol is working away.
Hohol is looking for a sweep. Kaspersky is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hohol seems to have recovered his senses.
Hohol keeps trying to improve his position.
Kaspersky wants to pass the guard but Hohol is defending well. #T2#
Kaspersky looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Hohol with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hohol has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kaspersky is working away from the top position though.
Hohol avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky is thwarting Hohol's attempts to control the position.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Hohol wants to control but Kaspersky is keeping busy.
Hohol wants to improve his position but Kaspersky is controlling well.
Kaspersky scores with a big shot! Hohol's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Hohol! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nikolai Kaspersky!
A victorious Nikolai Kaspersky thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
RISE 151
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
#R1#
A slapping leg kick lands for Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nadareishvili misses with a wild body shot.
Kaspersky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Nadareishvili on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nadareishvili walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kaspersky checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Nadareishvili tries a head kick but it misses.
Kaspersky misses with an uppercut.
Nadareishvili scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kaspersky misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nadareishvili misses with an uppercut. Kaspersky saw that one coming.
Kaspersky throws a body punch but Nadareishvili moves out of range.
Nadareishvili looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Kaspersky connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Nadareishvili momentarily.
Nadareishvili loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.#T1#
Nadareishvili misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Nadareishvili!
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Nadareishvili is avoiding damage well.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Nadareishvili is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky throws an elbow but Nadareishvili slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kaspersky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nadareishvili keeps working.
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Nadareishvili is avoiding damage well.
Kaspersky staying calm.#T2#
Kaspersky trying to control the position but Nadareishvili is working away.
Kaspersky is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Nadareishvili parries the strikes from Kaspersky easily there. Kaspersky is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Nadareishvili to escape.
Kaspersky sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Nadareishvili is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Nadareishvili knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kaspersky on the ground.
Kaspersky with the ground and pound but Nadareishvili regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #T3#
Nadareishvili blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Nadareishvili is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky throwing shots but Nadareishvili is blocking nicely.
Kaspersky is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kaspersky takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Good standup being displayed there by Nadareishvili as he connects with a hook.
Nadareishvili cracks Kaspersky with an open hand slap.
Nadareishvili misses with a hook
and Kaspersky counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T4#
Kaspersky throws a right hand that Nadareishvili ducks under and follows up with a left that Nadareishvili also avoids with ease.
It looked like Nadareishvili wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kaspersky misses the shot to the body.
Kaspersky shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nadareishvili throws a lazy right hand but Kaspersky sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown but Nadareishvili shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nadareishvili is looking to chop away at Kaspersky's legs.
Kaspersky slips a jab from Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nadareishvili rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Kaspersky to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nadareishvili lands with an uppercut that bounces Kaspersky off the cage and back into range.
Nadareishvili swings for the body but Kaspersky moves out of range.
Kaspersky scores with a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nikolai Kaspersky will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Nadareishvili takes one to the chin there.
Nadareishvili throws a hook to the side of Kaspersky's head but Kaspersky sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nadareishvili misses with a hook.
Kaspersky cracks Nadareishvili with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kaspersky checks a leg kick.
Kaspersky misses with an uppercut.
Nadareishvili feinted there with a counter leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kaspersky.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nadareishvili looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kaspersky slips a jab from Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky darts in looking for a takedown but Nadareishvili gets double underhooks and turns Kaspersky into the cage. #T1#
Nadareishvili throws a low kick but Kaspersky moves out of range easily.
Kaspersky fails with the takedown.
Revazi Nadareishvili has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.
Nadareishvili missing with a left hand there. Kaspersky was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kaspersky with the counter takedown but Nadareishvili avoids it easily.
Kaspersky throws a nice looking combination but Nadareishvili bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Revazi Nadareishvili is winning the standup battle so far.
Kaspersky moves out of range as Nadareishvili strikes.
Kaspersky lands a two punch combo.
Nadareishvili lands with a thumping leg kick.
Nadareishvili slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kaspersky throws a poor cross that misses
and Nadareishvili counters with a stiff right hand.
Kaspersky has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kaspersky tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Nadareishvili swivels and escapes.#T2#
Nadareishvili misses with a low kick.
Nadareishvili drops his hands momentarily and Kaspersky takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kaspersky on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nadareishvili throws a poor cross that misses
and Kaspersky counters with a nice uppercut.
Revazi Nadareishvili is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kaspersky steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Nadareishvili throws a low kick but Kaspersky moves out of range easily.
Nadareishvili misses the shot to the body.
Kaspersky uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Nadareishvili.
Nadareishvili throws a low kick but Kaspersky avoids it.#T3#
Nadareishvili cracks Kaspersky with an open hand slap.
Nadareishvili has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nadareishvili there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kaspersky staying out of range there.
Kaspersky connects with a right hand. Nadareishvili shakes it off.
Nadareishvili tests Kaspersky's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kaspersky checks the leg kick nicely there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kaspersky dips to his left and cracks Nadareishvili with an uppercut!
Some bone on bone action there as Kaspersky checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kaspersky cracks Nadareishvili with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Nadareishvili misses with a hook. Kaspersky ducked under it nicely.
Nadareishvili scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T4#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kaspersky checks a leg kick.
Nadareishvili keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kaspersky on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nadareishvili has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Nadareishvili there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kaspersky moves away from the strike by Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Nadareishvili counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Nadareishvili throws an overhand right that lands on Kaspersky's shoulder, as Kaspersky tries to avoid the shot.
Nadareishvili loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kaspersky. Nadareishvili does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kaspersky takes a swing at Nadareishvili's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Revazi Nadareishvili will probably get the nod.
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#
Nadareishvili throws an off balance right hand
and Kaspersky cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
No luck for Kaspersky with that takedown attempt.
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kaspersky stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Nadareishvili.
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nadareishvili is looking to counter punch.
Nadareishvili takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky looks to land a left hand but Nadareishvili moved out of range nicely.#TD2#
Kaspersky gets the takedown into side control.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of short elbows.#T1#
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kaspersky misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Kaspersky in side control, throwing shots but Nadareishvili defends.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Nadareishvili is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky landing strikes.
You can see the frustration on Nadareishvili's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kaspersky scoring with punches from side control.
Kaspersky controlling the position. #T2#
Nadareishvili wants to control but Kaspersky postures up.
Kaspersky throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kaspersky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kaspersky controlling the position from side mount.
Nadareishvili taking a bit of punishment here - Kaspersky scoring with strikes.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Nadareishvili is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kaspersky in side control, throwing shots but Nadareishvili defends. #T3#
Kaspersky cracks Nadareishvili with a big elbow.
Kaspersky throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kaspersky throws an elbow but Nadareishvili slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kaspersky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Nadareishvili keeps working.
Nadareishvili on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Nadareishvili tries to get out of the position.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Nadareishvili is working from the bottom.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Kaspersky is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nadareishvili will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Kaspersky 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.#T4#
Kaspersky is stalling in the full guard.
Nadareishvili looking to control.
Kaspersky wants to pass the guard but Nadareishvili is keeping the position.
Nadareishvili has momentary wrist control but Kaspersky slips an elbow through the middle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Nadareishvili utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kaspersky with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kaspersky 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 William Peck scores the fight 28:29
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
Nikolai Kaspersky seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
RISE 136
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Kelly swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And Kaspersky tries to counter it with a takedown but Kelly pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Kelly shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Kaspersky keeping hold of Kelly's head, controlling as best he can.
Kaspersky wants to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky controlling the position well.
Kaspersky trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky keeping control of the position.
Kaspersky felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Kaspersky is trying to maintain the position but Kelly is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Kaspersky is trying to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky is looking to control Kelly's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kaspersky avoid being mounted?
Kaspersky wants to get back to full guard but Kelly has passed into side control.
Kaspersky wants to control but Kelly postures up.
Kaspersky might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kelly haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Kaspersky tries to strike from the bottom but misses.
Kaspersky stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Kaspersky takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Kelly working away.#SUB#
Kelly is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Kaspersky knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2##SUB#
Kelly tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kaspersky wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Kaspersky holding on.
Kaspersky can't do much from the bottom here.
Kelly looks up at the clock and then as Kaspersky takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kelly smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kaspersky stops Kelly from passing to mount. #SUB#
Kelly goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kaspersky rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kelly's guard! Nice work there by Kaspersky! #SUB#
Kelly is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kaspersky stopping the sweep attempt from Kelly.
Kelly can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kaspersky controls the pace.
Kaspersky is in close to Kelly's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kaspersky slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of short elbows.#T4#
Kelly manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kelly blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kelly is staying active underneath Kaspersky, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kaspersky lands with a punch from half guard.
Kaspersky wants to free his trapped foot but Kelly is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kaspersky works his way into full mount!
Kaspersky lands a big shot there that rocks Kelly but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A nice elbow there by Kaspersky.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kaspersky lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
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 Robert Kelly will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kaspersky's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kelly connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kaspersky scrambles back to his feet.
Kaspersky waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kelly.
Kelly misses with an uppercut.
Kaspersky uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kelly.
Kaspersky looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kelly throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kelly darts in looking for a takedown but Kaspersky gets double underhooks and turns Kelly into the cage. #TD2#
Kaspersky pulls guard successfully.
Kaspersky has Kelly pulled in close to control his posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky is trying to control the position but Kelly postures up.
Kaspersky tries to strike from the bottom.
Kaspersky trying to control the position here.
Kelly wants to pass the guard but Kaspersky is keeping the position.#T1#
Kelly throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kaspersky thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kelly wants to control from the top but Kaspersky keeps moving.
Kaspersky is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Kelly.
Kelly throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kaspersky cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A big left from Kelly misses.
Kelly cracks a nice hook into Kaspersky's ribs.
Kaspersky shoots in and drives through. Kelly sprawls well.#T2#
Kelly throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kelly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Kelly.
Kelly on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kelly misses with a lunging right hand
#TD2#
and Kaspersky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kaspersky scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kelly is looking for a sweep. Kaspersky is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Kelly looking for a kimura from the bottom but Kaspersky passes into side control!
Check out the look on Kaspersky's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kelly manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Nikolai Kaspersky has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kelly is looking to advance position but Kaspersky won't allow it.
Kelly scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T3#
Kaspersky is looking to control Kelly's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kaspersky avoid being mounted?
Kelly passes the guard and advances to mount!
Kaspersky tries to lock up and control but Kelly gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kelly thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Poor strikes thrown by Kelly there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Kelly avoids the attempt from Kaspersky to control.
Kaspersky is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Kelly wants to finish this one by submission but Kaspersky is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Kelly. #T4#
Kaspersky tries to lock up and control but Kelly gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kaspersky bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#SUB#
Kelly working for a triangle but Kaspersky defends it easily.
Kaspersky lands a couple of digs.
Kaspersky cracks Kelly with a solid left hand.
Kaspersky lands a couple of elbows.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Robert Kelly will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kaspersky displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kelly.
Robert Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaspersky lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Kelly tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Kelly.
Kaspersky lands a jab to the nose.
Kelly tries for a takedown but Kaspersky sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kelly takes a swing at Kaspersky's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good standup being displayed there by Kaspersky as he connects with a hook.
Kelly lands a body shot.
Kaspersky throws a series of strikes that have Kelly backpedaling.
#T1#
Nice cross by Kaspersky.
Kelly misses with a jab to the body
and Kaspersky counters with a straight right hand.
Nice sprawl there from Kelly as Kaspersky shoots in.
Kelly looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kelly looks to land a left hand but Kaspersky moved out of range nicely.
Kelly misses with a wild body shot.
Kaspersky defending well as Kelly loads up on a big left hand.
Nice cross by Kelly.
Kaspersky slips under a jab from Kelly.
Kelly throws out a loose jab but Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kaspersky with the counter takedown but Kelly avoids it easily.
Kelly misses with a wild combination.
Nikolai Kaspersky has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kaspersky swings for the body but Kelly moves out of range.
Kelly throws an overhand right that lands on Kaspersky's shoulder, as Kaspersky tries to avoid the shot.
Kaspersky changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kelly throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaspersky sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kelly throws a jab when Kaspersky was well out of range.
Kelly throws a body shot but no joy.
Kelly lands with a cross. #TD2#
Kaspersky closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Kelly to the mat! Kelly manages to get full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kaspersky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kelly working a defensive guard here.
Kaspersky trying to control but Kelly is working from the bottom. #T3#
Kaspersky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kaspersky lands a couple of elbows.
Kaspersky stands up over Kelly, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kaspersky landing some decent shots from guard.
Kaspersky trying to control but Kelly is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Kaspersky stands and throws Kelly's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kelly is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Kaspersky grinds an elbow into Kelly's temple.
Kelly is trying to get back to half guard.
Kaspersky controlling the position.
Kaspersky working away.#SUB2#
Kaspersky is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kelly is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kaspersky in side control lands a decent elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kelly 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Kelly!
Our winner, Robert Kelly, 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. |
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Event:
RISE 126 
Date: Dec 17, 2022 |
#R1#
A low kick from Owens misses #TD#
and Kaspersky decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Owens's guard.
Owens being controlled here, momentarily.
Owens pulls Kaspersky in to control the position.
Owens 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.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Owens preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Owens keeps moving.
Kaspersky postures up and lands a big shot to Owens's brow.
Kaspersky 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky looking to sit in guard and control but Owens gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Owens is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Kaspersky pulls Owens in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaspersky'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.
Owens is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kaspersky pulls Owens in close to his closed guard and prevents Owens from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Kaspersky closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kaspersky controlling the action here.
Kaspersky throwing shots but Owens is blocking nicely.
Owens is not content to let Kaspersky control the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Owens can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3#
Kaspersky stalling.
Owens has hold of Kaspersky's hands but Kaspersky slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Owens gets back to full guard.
Kaspersky stands up over Owens, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kaspersky stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Owens swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T4#
Kaspersky postures up in Owens's guard and throws a big left but Owens blocks it.
Owens keeping moving, preventing Kaspersky from controlling successfully.
Owens can't keep his opponent in guard - Kaspersky advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kaspersky wants to lay and pray for a moment but Owens keeps working.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Owens wants to control but Kaspersky is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Owens keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Owens throws a quick inside leg kick.
No luck for Kaspersky with that takedown attempt.
Kaspersky cracks Owens with a right hand to the side of the head.
A low kick from Owens misses #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Kaspersky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Owens can do to turn this around?
Owens blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Owens defending well though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky is thwarting Owens's attempts to control the position.
Owens avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaspersky.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.#T1#
Kaspersky throwing shots but Owens is blocking nicely.
Kaspersky working Owens over with strikes.
Kaspersky missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Owens is working from the bottom.
Owens regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky trying to control but Owens is working from the bottom.
Owens working a defensive guard here.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Owens manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kaspersky manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Kaspersky managing to control the position.
Kaspersky manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Owens manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T3#
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing.
Owens is looking to stand up but Kaspersky isn't so interested in that idea.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kaspersky passes Owens's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kaspersky is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Owens makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Owens.
Owens preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
Kaspersky 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.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Owens wants to stand and escape but Kaspersky is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kaspersky chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Owens can pounce on him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Owens misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kaspersky appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Owens throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Owens is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kaspersky misses with the ground and pound.
Kaspersky landing strikes.
Kaspersky wants to control but Owens is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes there by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky misses with the ground and pound.
Owens takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#T1#
Owens being controlled for a moment.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kaspersky tries to score with some ground and pound. Owens controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kaspersky controls the position from side control.
Owens managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
Grant Owens has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kaspersky controls the position.
Kaspersky has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Kaspersky gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Owens throws a nice looking combination but Kaspersky bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Owens scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Owens blocks a jab.
Kaspersky sets himself, and Owens steps forward looking for the clinch! Kaspersky avoids it this time.
Owens with a nice calf kick.
Owens misses with a leg kick.
Grant Owens seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Owens takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4#
Owens ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaspersky moves away.
Kaspersky connects with a right hand. Owens shakes it off.
Grant Owens is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kaspersky checks a leg kick.
Owens misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Owens throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kaspersky throws a nice looking combination but Owens bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Owens takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kaspersky connects with a jab.
A punch combination from Owens misses.
Kaspersky attempts a counter takedown but Owens avoids it well and moves away.
Grant Owens seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Owens defends it nicely.
Owens wants to counter with a clinch but Kaspersky pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kaspersky, 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
Nikolai Kaspersky seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
RISE 121
Date: Dec 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Kaspersky shoots in but no luck this time.
Fergusson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fergusson lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Fergusson misses with a leg kick #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Fergusson!
Kaspersky controls the position from side control.
Kaspersky trying to control the position but Fergusson is working away.
Kaspersky in side control, throwing shots but Fergusson defends.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fergusson wants to control but Kaspersky postures up.
Fergusson is looking for a sweep.
Kaspersky working the strikes but Fergusson uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T1#
Kaspersky is trying to control the action in half guard but Fergusson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kaspersky seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kaspersky trying to pass the guard but Fergusson defending well.
Kaspersky working Fergusson over with strikes.
Fergusson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kaspersky seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fergusson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Fergusson dodges it nicely.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kaspersky with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2#
Kaspersky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Fergusson wants to control but Kaspersky is keeping busy.
Kaspersky is keen to just control but Fergusson is a slippery customer.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Fergusson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Fergusson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kaspersky wants to control but Fergusson is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kaspersky throws a body shot but no joy.
Kaspersky throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T3#
Kaspersky doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Fergusson counters with a straight right hand.
Fergusson scoring well with a low kick there.
Fergusson takes a swing at Kaspersky's ribcage but misses.
Kaspersky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fergusson sprawls and moves away.
Kaspersky swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
A jab from Fergusson misses.
Fergusson throws a chopping leg kick but Kaspersky manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Fergusson throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Fergusson throws a solid leg kick but Kaspersky takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Fergusson.
Fergusson throws a leg kick #TD#
and Kaspersky decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Fergusson's guard.
Kaspersky stands and throws Fergusson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kaspersky lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kaspersky throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kaspersky scores with punches from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fergusson avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kaspersky.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fergusson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Fergusson is avoiding damage well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kaspersky misses with a left hand
and Fergusson finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Kaspersky takes a swing at Fergusson's ribcage but misses.
Fergusson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kaspersky sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fergusson looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaspersky is just out of range.
Fergusson throws a head kick that misses.
Kaspersky takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky slips a straight right by Fergusson.
Fergusson misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a takedown into side control.
Fergusson is trying to control Kaspersky's posture but Kaspersky avoids it. #T1#
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Fergusson is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of short elbows.
Sloppy strikes there by Kaspersky.
The referee asks Kaspersky politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kaspersky prefers to stall for the moment though.
Fergusson tries to bench press Kaspersky off him but Kaspersky keeps the position.
Fergusson can't do much from the bottom here.
Fergusson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky cracks Fergusson with a big right hand but Fergusson just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T2#
Kaspersky throws an elbow but Fergusson slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kaspersky landing a few strikes.
Sloppy strikes there by Kaspersky.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kaspersky controlling from side mount.
Kaspersky is putting a hurting on Fergusson here, landing some big shots from side control.
An elbow from Kaspersky crashes against the mat.
Kaspersky lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Fergusson is letting Kaspersky control him for a moment.
Fergusson is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Kaspersky scores with punches from side control.
Kaspersky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Fergusson is trying to control Kaspersky's posture but Kaspersky avoids it.
The ground and pound from Kaspersky seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Kaspersky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Fergusson is trying to escape the position but Kaspersky is controlling the position.
Fergusson taking a bit of punishment here - Kaspersky scoring with strikes.
Fergusson parries the strikes from Kaspersky easily there. Kaspersky is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Fergusson to escape.
Kaspersky 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.
Fergusson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
#T4#
Fergusson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
Fergusson takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound from side control.
Kaspersky working away.
Fergusson is not content to let Kaspersky control the position.
Fergusson parries the strikes from Kaspersky easily there. Kaspersky is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Fergusson to escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky is staying tight to Fergusson's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky 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#
Kaspersky slips a jab from Fergusson.
Fergusson scores with a leg kick.
Fergusson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fergusson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky lands the left hand.
Shane Fergusson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kaspersky steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fergusson.
Kaspersky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fergusson sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kaspersky scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Kaspersky lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Fergusson has his hands clasped together around Kaspersky's back. He's all about the action.#T1#
Kaspersky missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kaspersky looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fergusson is trying to maintain the position but Kaspersky is very close to passing his half guard.
Kaspersky seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kaspersky is controlling the pace.
Kaspersky has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Fergusson is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Kaspersky trying to control the pace.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Fergusson throws a shot to the body.
Shane Fergusson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fergusson defending well as Kaspersky loads up on a big left hand.
Fergusson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A low kick lands for Fergusson.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Fergusson on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Decent striking displayed by Kaspersky there.
Fergusson finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fergusson looks to score with a jab to the body but Kaspersky is just out of range.
Kaspersky throws a right hand that misses
and Fergusson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kaspersky lands with a hook. Fergusson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kaspersky slips a jab from Fergusson.
Kaspersky attempts a counter takedown but Fergusson avoids it well and moves away.
Fergusson fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Kaspersky misses the target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kaspersky, 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 James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
A victorious Nikolai Kaspersky thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
RISE 112
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Kaspersky takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kaspersky bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kaspersky throws a body shot but no joy.
Doherty throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Doherty looks to land a left hand but Kaspersky moved out of range nicely.
Kaspersky is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Doherty.
Doherty swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Kaspersky counter with a right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Cathal Doherty has been cut.
Doherty swings for the body but Kaspersky moves out of range.
Kaspersky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Doherty throws out the jab.
It seemed like Kaspersky was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice straight punches there by Doherty. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Doherty.
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Doherty.
Doherty cracks Kaspersky with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Doherty moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T1#
Kaspersky has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kaspersky there as he acknowledges the shot.
Doherty moves out of range as Kaspersky strikes.
Kaspersky jabs Doherty right on the nose. Doherty blinks but takes it well.
Doherty throws a good cross that connects.
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Doherty.
Kaspersky is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Doherty definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kaspersky throws the left hand but Doherty avoids the punch easily.
A slow jab from Doherty misses its intended target.
Doherty throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kaspersky on the side of the head.
Kaspersky scores with a sloppy right hand. Doherty should have avoided that one.
Doherty throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
so Kaspersky counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kaspersky passes easily into side control. Nice work.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Kaspersky working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Kaspersky is working Doherty over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2#
Doherty dodges the ground and pound from Kaspersky.
Doherty is trying to get back to his feet.
Kaspersky in side control, throwing shots but Doherty defends.
Kaspersky working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kaspersky wants to control but Doherty is keeping him busy.
Doherty is pushing Kaspersky's head away, looking to escape. Kaspersky manages to hold on to the position though.
Kaspersky just content to control the position.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T3#
Kaspersky throws an elbow but Doherty slips to the side and avoids it well.
Check out the look on Kaspersky's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kaspersky is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Doherty's shoulder. That is not cool.
Doherty is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Kaspersky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Doherty takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Kaspersky takes a little break here. Doherty wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Doherty managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kaspersky.
Doherty wants to get back to his feet but Kaspersky drags him back down.#T4#
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Doherty is trying to get back to his feet.
Doherty defending against the ground and pound.
Kaspersky in side control lands a decent elbow.
Doherty is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kaspersky is controlling him well.
Kaspersky staying calm.
Doherty wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Kaspersky lands a few punches from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Cathal Doherty's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kaspersky takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kaspersky takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A cross from Doherty lands.
Doherty jabs at Kaspersky's body.
Kaspersky scores with a decent looking hook.
Kaspersky walks into a jab.
Doherty is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Doherty as he jumps to the side.
Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Doherty.
Doherty darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Doherty lands a jab to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kaspersky needs to keep his hands up - Doherty had a free shot at his head there.#T1#
Doherty throws a hook but Kaspersky blocks it.
Doherty is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Doherty throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cathal Doherty is winning the standup battle so far.
Kaspersky jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Doherty on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2#
Kaspersky looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kaspersky scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kaspersky wants to take a breather but Doherty is having none of it.
Doherty pushes Kaspersky off looking to stand but Kaspersky dives back in and keeps control.
Kaspersky thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Doherty's head.
Doherty is trying to escape back to his feet but Kaspersky uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Doherty is trying to get back to his feet.#T2#
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Doherty is working from the bottom.
Doherty is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Kaspersky is controlling him well.
Kaspersky lands a decent elbow from side control.
Doherty wants to get back to his feet.
Doherty on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Doherty tries to get out of the position.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Doherty is working from the bottom.
Doherty is trying to get back to his feet.#T3#
Kaspersky working the body and head with strikes.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kaspersky wants to control but Doherty is keeping him busy.
Kaspersky just content to control the position.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Doherty is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Kaspersky has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kaspersky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Doherty wants to get back to his feet.
Kaspersky controlling the position from side mount.
Doherty wants to get back to his feet but Kaspersky drags him back down.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Doherty throws an overhand right that lands on Kaspersky's shoulder, as Kaspersky tries to avoid the shot.
Kaspersky throws a right hand that misses
and Doherty counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kaspersky thinking.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Doherty tries to avoid it but Kaspersky manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Doherty to the ground. Doherty escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Doherty thuds a left hand into Kaspersky's body.
Cathal Doherty seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaspersky misses with a two punch combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cathal Doherty dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Cathal Doherty's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Doherty throws an off balance right hand
and Kaspersky counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A jab from Doherty does it's job there.
Doherty lands a jab to the head.
Kaspersky misses the jab.
Doherty tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Doherty.
Doherty cracks Kaspersky with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Doherty misses with a hook. Kaspersky ducked under it nicely.
Doherty dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky defending well as Doherty loads up on a big left hand.
Doherty throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Doherty lands with a right hand. #T1#
Doherty connects with a nice looking jab.
Doherty lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Doherty tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Doherty.
Kaspersky drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Doherty defends it well.
Kaspersky fails with the takedown.
Doherty throws a hook but Kaspersky avoids it easily.
Doherty takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Doherty throws a jab when Kaspersky was well out of range.
Kaspersky feints the counter takedown.
Kaspersky walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Doherty.
A swing and a miss from Doherty.#T2#
Doherty swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Doherty throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Doherty throws out a loose jab but Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kaspersky lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Doherty circles away quickly and effectively.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Doherty.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doherty throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A swing and a miss from Doherty.
Kaspersky fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Doherty throws a looping overhand right but Kaspersky ducks down to avoid it.
Doherty keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Doherty went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T3#
Kaspersky slips under a jab.
Doherty throws a body shot but no joy.
Kaspersky misses with a takedown attempt
and Doherty counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kaspersky thinking.
Doherty digs a good hook to Kaspersky's body.
Doherty throws a hook but Kaspersky avoids it easily.
Kaspersky tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kaspersky swinging wildly here.
Kaspersky moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Doherty throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Kaspersky tries for a takedown but Doherty circles away easily
and Kaspersky takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cathal Doherty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolai Kaspersky.
Kaspersky swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Doherty misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Doherty. Kaspersky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Doherty scores with a jab.#KD#
Doherty cracks Kaspersky with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kaspersky looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Doherty finish him?
#ROC#Kaspersky is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Doherty waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kaspersky.
Kaspersky is still on wobbly legs! Can Doherty finish him?
Kaspersky takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cathal Doherty is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Doherty fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Kaspersky to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Kaspersky looks to clinch but Doherty throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Kaspersky taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Cathal Doherty!
A less than humble Cathal Doherty misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
RISE 96: Thoupos v Kaspersky
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Thoupos throws a body shot but no joy.
Kaspersky throws a lazy uppercut
and Thoupos counters with a stiff right hand.
Kane Thoupos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thoupos scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thoupos misses with a straight right.
Kaspersky half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Thoupos throws a hook but Kaspersky avoids it easily.
Thoupos takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Thoupos misses its intended target.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.
Thoupos misses the shot to the body.
Kaspersky throwing a counter right hand but Thoupos manages to avoid it.#T1#
Thoupos connects with a body shot that sends Kaspersky's belly button to the back.
Thoupos misses with a hook to the body
and Kaspersky counters with a stiff right hand.
Thoupos tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kaspersky was well out of range. Poor timing from Thoupos.
Kaspersky attempts a counter takedown but Thoupos avoids it well and moves away.
Thoupos throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kaspersky appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Thoupos throws a body punch but Kaspersky moves out of range.
Thoupos lands a right hook to the body.
Thoupos misses with a hook. Kaspersky ducked under it nicely.
Thoupos misses with a hook.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.
Kaspersky looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Thoupos.
Thoupos jabs Kaspersky to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Thoupos ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Thoupos lands a slapping body shot.
Kaspersky misses with a left hand
and Thoupos counters with a nice uppercut.
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!
Kaspersky misses with an uppercut.
Kaspersky walks into a jab.#T3#
Kaspersky walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Thoupos tests Kaspersky's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thoupos.
Kaspersky keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thoupos.
Kaspersky attempts a counter takedown but Thoupos avoids it well and moves away.
Kaspersky swinging wildly here.
Kaspersky takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T4#
Kaspersky blocks a jab.
Thoupos misses with a looping right.
Thoupos scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kaspersky doesn't seem bothered though.
Kaspersky slips a jab from Thoupos.
Thoupos walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kaspersky swings widly with a right hand
letting Thoupos counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good standup being displayed there by Kaspersky as he connects with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kane Thoupos dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kaspersky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kaspersky misses with a body shot
and Thoupos counters with a stiff right hand.
Kane Thoupos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kaspersky moves out of range as Thoupos strikes.
Kaspersky appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Thoupos misses the shot to the body.
Kaspersky appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Thoupos, as that shot connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Thoupos. Beautiful body shot.
Kaspersky swings widly with a right hand
and Thoupos counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thoupos misses the jab.
Kaspersky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Thoupos sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Thoupos lands with a good body shot.
Thoupos lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kaspersky at a distance.
Thoupos throws out a loose jab but Kaspersky uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kaspersky tries to counter with a takedown but Thoupos is quick to defend against it.
A telegraphed right hand from Thoupos misses the target.
Kaspersky is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Kaspersky might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Thoupos lands a jab.
Thoupos has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Thoupos connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kaspersky. Kaspersky circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T2#
Thoupos keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thoupos let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kaspersky moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Thoupos misses with a hook.
Kaspersky walks into a stiff left hand from Thoupos.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thoupos cracks Kaspersky with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Thoupos lands with a good body shot.#T3#
Thoupos ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Thoupos lands with an overhand left.
Thoupos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thoupos throws a shot from downtown. Kaspersky moves away and avoids it.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.#TD#
Kaspersky feints and as Thoupos raises his hands in defense, Kaspersky changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Thoupos pulls Kaspersky in to control the position.
Kaspersky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Thoupos keeps moving.
Kaspersky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Thoupos works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Thoupos has his hands on Kaspersky's head, controlling the position.
Kaspersky trying to control but Thoupos is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kaspersky controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kaspersky darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kane Thoupos showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R3#
Nice sprawl there from Thoupos as Kaspersky shoots in.
Thoupos lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#TD#
Thoupos gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kaspersky to score an easy takedown into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Thoupos keeps moving.
Kaspersky 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.
Thoupos is looking to stand back up but Kaspersky counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Thoupos.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky is trying to control. Thoupos wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Thoupos has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kaspersky is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Thoupos tries to kick Kaspersky off but Kaspersky keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kaspersky takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kaspersky winds up and cracks Thoupos with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kaspersky is trying to control. Thoupos wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Thoupos won't allow Kaspersky to pass to mount.
Thoupos avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Thoupos dodges it nicely.
Kaspersky seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Thoupos wants to get back to full guard but Kaspersky has passed into side control.
Kaspersky in side control, throwing shots but Thoupos defends. #T2#
A lull in the action here.
Thoupos tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kaspersky wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Thoupos avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kaspersky.
Kaspersky grinds an elbow into Thoupos's temple. #T3#
Kaspersky scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Thoupos to see if he's OK.
Kaspersky fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Thoupos is avoiding damage well.
Kaspersky takes a little break here. Thoupos wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Thoupos tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kaspersky wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Kaspersky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Thoupos defending against the ground and pound.
Thoupos dodges the ground and pound from Kaspersky.#T4#
Kaspersky remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but Thoupos manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Thoupos wants to stand but Kaspersky is controlling his arm.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
You can see the frustration on Kaspersky's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Thoupos wants to stand but Kaspersky is controlling his arm.
Kaspersky is trying to control Thoupos's posture but Thoupos avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Kaspersky falls off balance throwing a combination
and Thoupos counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Thoupos as he avoids it easily.
Thoupos lands with a good body shot.
Thoupos scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thoupos is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Thoupos connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kaspersky. Kaspersky circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Kaspersky misses with a body shot
and Thoupos counters with a nice uppercut.
Thoupos fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Kaspersky looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Thoupos throws a shot from downtown. Kaspersky moves away and avoids it.
Thoupos scores with a jab.#KD2#
Thoupos sends Kaspersky crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Thoupos is motioning to the referee to let Kaspersky up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC2#Kaspersky is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thoupos drops Kaspersky with a straight right hand, right on the button! Thoupos follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 4, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kane Thoupos! Kane Thoupos retains his middleweight title!
Kane Thoupos decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
RISE: Romano vs Peramaki
Date: Jul 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Goode rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kaspersky moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Goode misses with a looping right.
Goode misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Goode loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Goode walks into a stiff left hand from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kaspersky fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Kaspersky throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Goode tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kaspersky is in Goode's guard.
Kaspersky is in close to Goode's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
Goode is trying to control the position but Kaspersky postures up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaspersky stands up over Goode, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Goode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Goode is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Goode not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Goode has momentary wrist control but Kaspersky slips an elbow through the middle.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kaspersky stopping the sweep attempt from Goode.
Kaspersky trying to control the position from guard on top but Goode is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goode is trying to keep Kaspersky in close.
Goode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kaspersky throws a big elbow that misses.
Kaspersky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kaspersky throwing strikes from guard but Goode blocks nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky content to stall in guard here.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#T2#
Goode looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Goode throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.
Goode steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kaspersky.
Nice uppercut lands for Kaspersky. That snapped Goode's head back.
Kaspersky swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Goode slips a jab and a cross from Kaspersky.
#TD#
Kaspersky shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Kaspersky won't allow Goode to sweep him here.
Goode keeping moving, preventing Kaspersky from controlling successfully.
Kaspersky working some strikes from top position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kaspersky sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Goode's guard. #T3#
Goode taking some punishment here, with Kaspersky in his half guard.
Goode wants to control but Kaspersky is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.
Kaspersky keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Goode controlling the position for now.
Kaspersky passes to side control.
Goode wants to control but Kaspersky postures up.
Kaspersky landing a few strikes.
Kaspersky creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Kaspersky working the head and body with strikes. #T4#
Kaspersky lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Goode down.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Goode is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kaspersky connects with a decent elbow.
Kaspersky in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kaspersky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kaspersky lands an elbow.
Goode taking punishment in the form of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Goode takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#ROC#Goode is rocked!#SUB#
Kaspersky tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Kaspersky has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Kaspersky lands a few punches from side control.
Goode is still in real trouble! Can Kaspersky finish him?
Goode taking a bit of punishment here - Kaspersky scoring with strikes.
Goode seems to have recovered his senses.
Kaspersky lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Goode down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Goode. Kaspersky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Goode swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kaspersky misses with a wild combination.
Kaspersky throws a lazy right hand but Goode sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Goode misses with a wild body shot.
Goode connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kaspersky keeps control of Goode as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kaspersky is working for takedown but Goode is calmly controlling the position for now.
Kaspersky drops down looking for an ankle pick but Goode pulls his leg out and moves away.
Goode on the wrong end of a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Goode lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kaspersky at a distance.
Nice takedown defense from Goode. No joy for Kaspersky on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nikolai Kaspersky. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goode misses with a two punch combination.
#T1#
Kaspersky throws a shot to the body.
Nice shot lands for Goode.
Kaspersky throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kaspersky throws a big shot that misses.
Goode doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Goode misses with a right hand #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Goode is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kaspersky won't allow Goode to sweep him here.
Kaspersky with a nice head shot there.
Kaspersky postures up in Goode's guard and throws a big left but Goode blocks it.
Goode wants to sweep here but Kaspersky controlling him for the moment.
Goode preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kaspersky is looking to work some ground and pound but Goode has wrist control.#T2#
Goode working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kaspersky.
Goode throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Kaspersky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Kaspersky has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Goode working a defensive guard here.
Kaspersky makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kaspersky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Goode can do to turn this around?
Goode avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kaspersky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kaspersky trying to control but Goode is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3#
Kaspersky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Goode is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kaspersky misses with a series of wild punches.
#TD#
Kaspersky looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kaspersky with the ground and pound but Goode uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Kaspersky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kaspersky won't allow Goode to sweep him here.
Kaspersky trying to control but Goode is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
Kaspersky is looking to work some ground and pound but Goode has wrist control.
Kaspersky is looking to work some ground and pound but Goode has wrist control.
Kaspersky pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goode is keeping the position for now.
Goode utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kaspersky's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kaspersky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB#
Kaspersky has gone for a leg lock! Goode slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kaspersky's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Goode avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky 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#
Kaspersky getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Goode works Kaspersky's body with a nice hook.
A big left from Goode misses.
Kaspersky slips under a jab from Goode.
Goode lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kaspersky at a distance.
Kaspersky lands with a nice body punch.
Goode throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Kaspersky closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Goode quickly recovers to half guard.
Goode is staying active underneath Kaspersky, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Kaspersky is trying to work for a kimura but Goode is defending well.
Goode trying to control from the bottom.
Goode takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Kaspersky landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Goode is controlling Kaspersky's trapped leg to prevent Kaspersky from advancing to side control.
Kaspersky working over Goode with some ground and pound. Goode looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kaspersky is nestled in close to Goode, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kaspersky is looking to take a break and control but Goode is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Kaspersky is working for a kimura but Goode is defending it quite comfortably.
Kaspersky wants to control but Goode is keeping him busy.
Eli Goode has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nikolai Kaspersky is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Kaspersky seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Goode trying to control from the bottom.
Kaspersky controlling the action here.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Goode trying to control here.
Kaspersky stalling.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Kaspersky misses the jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Kaspersky. That snapped Goode's head back.
Goode misses with a double jab.
Nice defenses there by Goode.
Goode misses the shot to the body.
Goode loads up on a big right hand but Kaspersky slips the punch.
Kaspersky getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kaspersky is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kaspersky throws a right and a left that Goode avoids nicely.
Kaspersky connects with a body shot.
Kaspersky throws a hook but Goode avoids it easily.
Goode looks to land a combination but Kaspersky avoids it well.
Goode throws a hook but Kaspersky blocks it.
Goode throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kaspersky stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Kaspersky sizes up Goode with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #TD#
Kaspersky closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Goode quickly recovers to half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kaspersky looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4#
Kaspersky is thwarting Goode's attempts to control the position.
Kaspersky with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kaspersky seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Goode for as long as he can get away with.
Kaspersky has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kaspersky, 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
Nikolai Kaspersky thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
RISE X29
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
#R1#
A jab from Roast misses.
Kaspersky steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Roast.
Roast has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Kaspersky darts in looking for a takedown but Roast gets double underhooks and turns Kaspersky into the cage.
Kaspersky drops down looking for an ankle pick but Roast pulls his leg out and moves away.
Chuck Roast seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kaspersky lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kaspersky.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Roast misses with a right hand #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Roast has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kaspersky is working away from the top position though.
Roast blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kaspersky. #T1#
Kaspersky sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Roast defending well though.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Roast regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kaspersky.
Roast is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kaspersky throwing strikes from guard but Roast blocks nicely.
Kaspersky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kaspersky throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Roast works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kaspersky scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T2#
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Roast working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky postures up in Roast's guard and throws a big left but Roast blocks it.
Roast working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky postures up in Roast's guard and throws a big left but Roast blocks it.
Kaspersky scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kaspersky works over Roast with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Roast utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Roast can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kaspersky working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Roast's head.
Kaspersky postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kaspersky with a nice head shot there.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing.
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kaspersky is looking to work some ground and pound but Roast has wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kaspersky content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kaspersky landing some decent shots from guard.
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Roast trying to control the position.
Kaspersky postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kaspersky throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kaspersky makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kaspersky trying to control but Roast is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky throws a strike but Roast rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kaspersky is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
That's time! Kaspersky's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kaspersky ducks under a wild hook from Roast.
Roast cracks Kaspersky with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kaspersky or perhaps it was just good defense by Roast, which made it look bad.
Roast throws a looping overhand right but Kaspersky ducks down to avoid it.
Kaspersky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Roast sprawls and moves away.
Roast fails to land with a series of punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kaspersky dives in and scores a takedown into Roast's guard.
Kaspersky trying to control but Roast is working from the bottom. #T1#
Kaspersky tries to free his leg and advance position but Roast is retaining full guard.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
Kaspersky throws a big elbow that misses.
Kaspersky with a flurry of punches that miss.
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing.
Roast wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kaspersky is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kaspersky throws a strike but Roast rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kaspersky has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Roast can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nikolai Kaspersky overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Kaspersky looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Roast passes into side control.
Kaspersky is looking for a sweep.
Kaspersky is trying to control Roast's posture but Roast avoids it.
Kaspersky throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
#T3#
Kaspersky is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Roast decides to stand up, so the ref orders Kaspersky to his feet.
A head kick misses from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky walks into a straight right hand from Roast.
Kaspersky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Roast throws out the jab.
Roast connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kaspersky momentarily.
Kaspersky uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Roast.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.#T4#
Roast misses with a hook.
Kaspersky changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Roast fails to land with a series of punches.
Roast throws a right and a left that Kaspersky avoids nicely.
Kaspersky tries to counter with a takedown but Roast is quick to defend against it.
Roast throws a looping overhand right but Kaspersky ducks down to avoid it.
Roast throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kaspersky is trying to control the action in half guard but Roast is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kaspersky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kaspersky missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kaspersky not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Chuck Roast 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#
Roast misses with a right hand #TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kaspersky.
Roast seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kaspersky throws a big elbow that misses.
Kaspersky throwing strikes from guard but Roast blocks nicely.
Kaspersky chips away with some ground and pound.
Kaspersky landing with the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky scoring with some ground and pound.
Roast keeping moving, preventing Kaspersky from controlling successfully.
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Roast keeps moving.
Kaspersky throws a big elbow that misses.
Roast looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kaspersky is one step ahead there.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kaspersky trying to control but Roast is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky throws a strike but Roast rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kaspersky looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Kaspersky looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Roast has picked Kaspersky up and slammed him! Kaspersky can't keep hold of the triangle and Roast manages to pass to side control!
Kaspersky is looking for a sweep.
Kaspersky wants to control but Roast postures up.
Kaspersky tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Kaspersky swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. #T3#
Kaspersky tries to improve his position but instead Roast has taken his back!
Kaspersky tries to break free.
Roast avoiding Kaspersky 's attempts to control his hands.
Roast controlling well, preventing Kaspersky from escaping the position.
Kaspersky trying to control the position but Roast manages to sink in the hooks.
I really don't envy Kaspersky right now.
Kaspersky manages to reverse the position and now he's in Roast's guard. Nice work there by Kaspersky.
#T4#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kaspersky's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Roast takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kaspersky chips away with some ground and pound.
Roast is pulling down on Kaspersky's head. It's preventing any offense from Kaspersky, at least for the moment.
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kaspersky landing with the ground and pound.
Kaspersky wants to control from the top but Roast keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Roast avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
Nikolai Kaspersky showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kaspersky 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 Arvi Lind scores the fight 29:28
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 29:28
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nikolai Kaspersky!
A victorious Nikolai Kaspersky thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
RISE 64:
Date: May 15, 2022 |
#R1#
Kaspersky is trying hard to land a takedown here. Fedorov sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fedorov! But no joy.
Fedorov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Fedorov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaspersky moves away.
Fedorov throws a shot from downtown. Kaspersky moves away and avoids it.
Kaspersky feinted with a counter takedown.
Kaspersky throws a right and a left that Fedorov avoids nicely.
Nice body punch from Fedorov.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kaspersky displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fedorov throws out the jab.
Fedorov misses with a body shot.
Kaspersky drops down looking for a counter takedown but Fedorov sprawls and moves away.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Fedorov. Kaspersky does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kaspersky tries to counter with a takedown but Fedorov is quick to defend against it.
Fedorov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kaspersky slips a straight right by Fedorov.
Fedorov misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Kaspersky counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Fedorov is not content to let Kaspersky control the position.
Fedorov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kaspersky. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kaspersky missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Fedorov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kaspersky missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Fedorov dodges it nicely.
Kaspersky is nestled in close to Fedorov, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Fedorov can do anything to dispel that myth.#T2#
Kaspersky thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Fedorov's head.
Fedorov wants to improve his position but Kaspersky is controlling well.
Kaspersky thows a huge punch but Fedorov dodges it nicely.
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!
Fedorov trying to hold on to Kaspersky's head to control him but Kaspersky postures up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kaspersky not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kaspersky keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Fedorov wants to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kaspersky lands a nice short elbow.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Fedorov taking some punishment here, with Kaspersky in his half guard.
Kaspersky seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fedorov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fedorov wants to improve his position but Kaspersky is controlling well.
Kaspersky working over Fedorov with some ground and pound. Fedorov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Fedorov avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kaspersky.
Kaspersky throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Fedorov is refusing to be controlled, as Kaspersky sits in half guard.
Fedorov is trying to stand.
Kaspersky looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kaspersky perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Fedorov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Fedorov tries to get to full guard but Kaspersky has control of the leg.
Fedorov wants to control but Kaspersky is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kaspersky is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Fedorov regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kaspersky.
Fedorov wants to sweep here but Kaspersky controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Kaspersky working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kaspersky's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kaspersky trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kaspersky missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
Fedorov preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kaspersky accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kaspersky throws a big right hand that misses.
Fedorov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kaspersky in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kaspersky loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kaspersky working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Fedorov working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kaspersky is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Nikolai Kaspersky dominated that round.
That's time! Kaspersky's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kaspersky misses with a head kick.
Kaspersky tries to land a front kick but Fedorov steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Fedorov has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kaspersky is landing a low percentage of strikes.
The fighters circling - Fedorov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kaspersky changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Fedorov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kaspersky moves away.
Kaspersky tries to counter with a takedown but Fedorov is quick to defend against it.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Fedorov enables Kaspersky to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Fedorov manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Fedorov is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Kaspersky dives into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REVB#
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Fedorov is avoiding damage well.
Kaspersky throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Kaspersky working away.#T1#
Kaspersky is chipping away with strikes.
Kaspersky grinds an elbow into Fedorov's temple.
Kaspersky creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
You can see the frustration on Fedorov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kaspersky lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kaspersky is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fedorov can do to turn this around?
Kaspersky throws an elbow but Fedorov slips to the side and avoids it well.
Fedorov is not content to let Kaspersky control the position.
Fedorov is looking to regain half guard here but Kaspersky keeps moving and retains side control.
Kaspersky working the head with strikes.
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Fedorov is avoiding damage well.
Kaspersky landing strikes. #SUB#
Kaspersky is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fedorov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Kaspersky tries to score with some ground and pound. Fedorov controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Kaspersky lands some shots froms side control.
Kaspersky trying to control the action but Fedorov is working from the bottom.
Kaspersky 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.
Kaspersky lands an elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kaspersky looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Fedorov is avoiding damage well.
Sloppy strikes there by Kaspersky.
Kaspersky working away.
Fedorov is trying to get back to half guard.
Fedorov takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Fedorov wants to control but Kaspersky postures up.#T3#
Kaspersky throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kaspersky in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound but Fedorov is defending the strikes.
Kaspersky lands an elbow.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound from side control.
Fedorov being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Kaspersky wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Fedorov, who protects the arm well.
Kaspersky scores with punches from side control.
Kaspersky lands some shots froms side control.
Fedorov struggling a bit here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fedorov tries to buck Kaspersky off but Kaspersky is having none of it.#T4#
A control attempt from Fedorov but he's now mounted!
Fedorov can't escape the position.
Kaspersky connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
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!
Kaspersky in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Kaspersky breaks from Fedorov's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kaspersky is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Fedorov can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#ROC#Fedorov is rocked!
Kaspersky loads up with a big shot that hurts Fedorov! He's pulled Kaspersky in close but Kaspersky has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Fedorov survive? More strikes from Kaspersky and Fedorov is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Nikolai Kaspersky!
A very excited looking Nikolai Kaspersky made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
SENSEI FC 16
Date: Mar 19, 2022 |
#R1##TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kaspersky.
Souza throws Kaspersky to one side and escapes!#TD#
Kaspersky looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kaspersky throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've been hearing that Kaspersky has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Kaspersky working the head and body with strikes.
Kaspersky thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kaspersky lands with a punch from half guard.
Kaspersky working Souza over with strikes. #SUB#
Kaspersky is looking for a kimura but Souza is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kaspersky to get the leverage.
Souza is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kaspersky scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kaspersky scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Souza is looking to improve his position.
Kaspersky lands strikes from half guard.#ROC#Souza is rocked!
Souza really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kaspersky. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Kaspersky scores with a big shot! Souza's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Souza! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nikolai Kaspersky!
Our winner, Nikolai Kaspersky, 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. |
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Event:
SENSEI FC 9
Date: Jan 29, 2022 |
#R1#
Masamune tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kaspersky defends well and Masamune ends up having to push Kaspersky into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD#
Kaspersky scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Masamune is trying to get back to full guard.
Masamune wants to control but Kaspersky is keeping busy.
Kaspersky winds up and cracks Masamune with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kaspersky lands with a punch from half guard.
Masamune is looking to control Kaspersky's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Masamune avoid being mounted?
Kaspersky is nestled in close to Masamune, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Kaspersky has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Masamune defend it? Kaspersky steps over the head and cranks it - Masamune is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Kaspersky!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nikolai Kaspersky! |
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Event:
SENSEI FC 2
Date: Dec 11, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Kaspersky drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Kaspersky lands a decent elbow from side control.
Kaspersky lands some shots froms side control.#SUB2#
Kaspersky working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Check out the look on Kaspersky's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Kaspersky working the head with strikes.
Kaspersky takes a little break here. Sho wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Sho taking a bit of punishment here - Kaspersky scoring with strikes.
Kaspersky working the ground and pound.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kaspersky lands a few punches from side control.#ROC2#Sho is rocked!#T1#
A big shot lands for Kaspersky! That's hurt Sho! Will he recover? Kaspersky fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nikolai Kaspersky! |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 12, 2021 |
#R1#
A head kick by Mountain - that's a beauty! Kaspersky is out but he's somehow still standing... he's going... going... gone. Like a drunk walking down the middle of the road, the inevitable face plant follows and the delayed knockout arrives. Even Mountain can't help but laugh at the bizarre end to this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kari Mountain! |
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