Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 25, 2024

#R1#
Sheikhan takes a swing at Peziev's ribcage but misses.
Sheikhan tried to score with a low kick but Peziev checks it.
Sheikhan throws a hook but Peziev blocks it.#TD2#
Peziev scores with a takedown into Sheikhan's guard.
Peziev throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sheikhan works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Peziev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sheikhan utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Sheikhan 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.
Peziev landing some decent shots from guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peziev postures up.
Peziev throws a big right hand that misses.
Sheikhan working a defensive guard here.
Peziev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Sheikhan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Peziev.
Sheikhan looking for a sweep. Not yet Sheikhan, not yet.
Peziev sitting in guard here, content to control.
Peziev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Sheikhan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Peziev trying to control the position from guard on top but Sheikhan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Peziev working some strikes from top position.
Peziev is stalling in the full guard.
Peziev lands a couple of digs.
Sheikhan keeping full guard, as Peziev tries to pass.
Sheikhan pulls Peziev in close to prevent any damage. #T2#
Peziev cracks Sheikhan with a solid left hand.
Peziev postures up and lands a big shot to Sheikhan's brow.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Sheikhan wants to stand up but Peziev is controlling him.
Sheikhan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Peziev landing some decent shots from guard.
Sheikhan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Sheikhan wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Peziev throws a strike but Sheikhan rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##T3##SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a triangle but Sheikhan pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've been hearing good reports from Sheikhan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Peziev keeping moving, preventing Sheikhan from controlling successfully.
We've been informed that Peziev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Peziev has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sheikhan is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Peziev.
Peziev is not content to let Sheikhan control the position.
Peziev is trying to escape the position but Sheikhan is controlling the position. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Peziev is looking for a sweep.
Peziev is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Sheikhan has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Sheikhan trying to control the action but Peziev is working from the bottom.
Sheikhan wants to stand but Peziev has his arm trapped.
Sheikhan controls the position.
Peziev is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sheikhan controls the position.
Peziev is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sheikhan is controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rafa Peziev dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sheikhan tried to score with a low kick but Peziev checks it.
Sheikhan is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Sheikhan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Peziev was well out of range. Poor timing from Sheikhan.
Sheikhan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Peziev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sheikhan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Peziev manages to avoid it.#CL#
Sheikhan clinches.
Sheikhan lands a knee to the head.
Sheikhan gets underhooks to prevent Peziev's takedown attempt.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Sheikhan takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Peziev has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sheikhan after a bit of a struggle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sheikhan gets through Peziev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#TD2#
Peziev jumps into guard, dragging Sheikhan to the mat. #SUB2#
Peziev has his foot on Sheikhan's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sheikhan works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sheikhan showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Sheikhan has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Sheikhan wants to control from the top but Peziev keeps moving.
Sheikhan content to stall in guard here.
Sheikhan would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Sheikhan is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Peziev tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Peziev has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sheikhan is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Peziev.
Peziev is looking to reverse the position.
Sheikhan controlling from side mount.
Peziev is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Peziev tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Sheikhan presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Sheikhan controlling from mount.
Peziev is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sheikhan controlling his opponent.
Peziev slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Sheikhan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Peziev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Peziev trying to control here.
Peziev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back.
Sheikhan content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4##SUB2#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Peziev is not content to let Sheikhan control the position.
Peziev is looking for a sweep. Sheikhan is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Peziev is trying to stand back up but Sheikhan is controlling him #SU#
Sheikhan decides to stand up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sheikhan pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sheikhan ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Peziev moves away.
Shahram Sheikhan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A low kick from Sheikhan misses #TD2#
and Peziev counters with a shoot takedown. Sheikhan fights it but they end up in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shahram Sheikhan dominated that second round.
That's time! Sheikhan's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Sheikhan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Peziev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
It seemed like Peziev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sheikhan throws a sloppy body shot
and Peziev counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Peziev misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sheikhan is looking to wear down Peziev with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sheikhan scores with a push kick.
Sheikhan explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Some bone on bone action there as Peziev checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Peziev throws a counter combo.
Sheikhan looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lazy left from Sheikhan finds it's target.
Sheikhan throws a nice looking combination but Peziev bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sheikhan misses with a low kick.
Sheikhan throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
A cross from Sheikhan lands.
The fighters circling - Sheikhan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sheikhan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Peziev on the side of the head.
Peziev checks the leg kick.
Peziev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Peziev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sheikhan.
Peziev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Peziev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Sheikhan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Peziev tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sheikhan sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Peziev somewhat.
A nice leg kick lands there from Sheikhan. #T2#
Peziev fails to land the takedown.
Sheikhan attempts a counter takedown but Peziev avoids it well and moves away.
Shahram Sheikhan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.
Sheikhan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sheikhan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Peziev was well out of range. Poor timing from Sheikhan.
Sheikhan lands a slapping body shot.
Sheikhan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Peziev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Sheikhan keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Peziev doesn't succeed with the takedown
enabling Sheikhan to counter with a crisp jab.
Shahram Sheikhan is winning the standup battle so far.
Sheikhan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sheikhan digs a good hook to Peziev's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sheikhan misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Sheikhan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Peziev manages to avoid it.
Peziev throws out a counter right but Sheikhan avoids it with no problem.
Peziev fails to land the takedown.
Peziev keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Peziev looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sheikhan is looking to land body kicks.
Peziev looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Sheikhan is fending him off so far but Peziev persists. Nope, Sheikhan circles away and we're back to standing.
Sheikhan lands with an uppercut that bounces Peziev off the cage and back into range.
Shahram Sheikhan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sheikhan swings for the body but Peziev moves out of range.
Peziev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sheikhan.
Peziev shoots for a double leg takedown but Sheikhan sprawls well. He's pushed Peziev's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Peziev walks into a straight right hand from Sheikhan.
Peziev takes one to the side of the head.
Sheikhan is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sheikhan throws a body punch but Peziev moves out of range.
Peziev appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Sheikhan misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Peziev counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Peziev.

Sheikhan wriggles free and stands up.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Sheikhan drives through and clinches with Peziev against the cage.
Sheikhan throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sheikhan throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Sheikhan missing with knees to the body.
Sheikhan prevents the takedown attempt.
Peziev tries for a takedown but Sheikhan manages to get underhooks.
Peziev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sheikhan tries to throw a body punch but Peziev avoids it by throwing Sheikhan back against the cage.
Sheikhan lands a hook to the side of the head.
Peziev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Peziev tries to score a body lock takedown but Sheikhan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Sheikhan misses with a knee strike.
Stalling in the clinch from Sheikhan.

And that's the end of the fight!
Shahram Sheikhan showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Sheikhan 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shahram Sheikhan!
The defeated Rafa Peziev had this to say: 'I be back, fuuuk the rucians!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 20, 2024

#R1#
Peziev uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sheikhan.
Peziev throws out a counter right but Sheikhan avoids it with no problem.#CL#
Sheikhan clinches.
Sheikhan misses with a body punch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Sheikhan tries to land a knee to the head but Peziev blocks with his arms.
Sheikhan tries a body shot but Peziev blocks it.
Peziev is looking for a takedown.#TD2#
Peziev turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Peziev manages to end up in side control.#SUB2#
Peziev wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sheikhan, who protects the arm well.
Sheikhan is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Peziev off and has taken his back!
Sheikhan is riding his opponent, not letting Peziev buck him off.
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!
Peziev can't escape the position.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T1#
Peziev is keeping busy.
I really don't envy Peziev right now.
Peziev rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sheikhan stalling.
Sheikhan prevents Peziev from improving his position.#T2##SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Peziev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sheikhan pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back.
Sheikhan trying to mount his opponent but Peziev defends it. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
Peziev is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Peziev is in trouble now - Sheikhan has advanced to mount!
Peziev is trying to escape the mount.
Sheikhan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Peziev is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sheikhan content just to control the position here. #T4#
Sheikhan'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.
We've been hearing good reports from Sheikhan's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Peziev is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sheikhan is trying to take his opponent's back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sheikhan prevents Peziev from getting the reversal.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shahram Sheikhan dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Sheikhan comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sheikhan darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sheikhan misses with a hook #TD2#
so Peziev counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Peziev postures up. #SUB#
Sheikhan working for a triangle but Peziev defends it easily.
Sheikhan controlling Peziev's posture.
Peziev throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peziev looking to pass the guard.
Peziev trying to control but Sheikhan is working from the bottom. #T1#
Peziev preventing the sweep.
Peziev trying to control the position from guard on top but Sheikhan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Peziev passes into half guard.
Sheikhan tries to get to full guard but Peziev has control of the leg.
Peziev is controlling the pace.
Peziev missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Sheikhan trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a kimura here.
Sheikhan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Peziev can do to turn this around?
Sheikhan looks like he's trying to stand up.
Sheikhan trying to control but Peziev postures up.
Peziev trying to control from half guard but Sheikhan is working away.
Sheikhan has hold of Peziev's hands but Peziev slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Peziev is working for a kimura but Sheikhan is defending it quite comfortably.
Sheikhan wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Sheikhan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Peziev.
Peziev is thwarting Sheikhan's attempts to control the position.
Sheikhan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Peziev with a flurry of punches that miss.
Sheikhan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Peziev working some strikes from top position.
Peziev postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Peziev with a flurry of punches that miss.
Peziev throwing strikes from guard but Sheikhan blocks nicely.
Peziev loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Peziev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Peziev postures up.
Peziev with a nice head shot there.#T4##ES#
Sheikhan has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Peziev off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Sheikhan scores with a shot to the body.
Peziev takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Peziev avoids the body shot from Sheikhan.
As Sheikhan backs off Peziev throws a huge counter combo but Sheikhan manages to avoid it all.
Peziev shoots in for a double leg but Sheikhan sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Sheikhan closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Peziev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Sheikhan struggles to land a body shot inside as Peziev controls his hands.
Sheikhan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sheikhan misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Peziev looking for a takedown.
Shahram Sheikhan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.
Peziev goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sheikhan prevents it.
Sheikhan trying to control the position but instead, Peziev has worked for underhooks and has pushed Sheikhan into the cage.
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 Shahram Sheikhan will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Sheikhan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jab from Sheikhan.
Sheikhan scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
We've been informed that Peziev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Peziev throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Sheikhan tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Peziev is in Sheikhan's guard.

Sheikhan pushes Peziev off and gets back to his feet.
Sheikhan looks to land a right hand but Peziev moved out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sheikhan shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Peziev eats them both and turns towards Sheikhan to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Sheikhan connects with a body shot.
Peziev blocks the body kick. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Sheikhan enables Peziev to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Sheikhan manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Sheikhan wants to sweep here but Peziev controlling him for the moment.
Peziev trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sheikhan trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Sheikhan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Peziev controls the pace.
Peziev wants to pass the guard but Sheikhan is keeping the position.
Peziev postures up in Sheikhan's guard and throws a big left but Sheikhan blocks it. #SUB#
Sheikhan is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Peziev frees his head nicely. Oh but Sheikhan has switched to an armbar! Peziev is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Shahram Sheikhan!
Rafa Peziev spoke after the fight, saying 'I be back, fuuuk the rucians!'.

Event: OFK 345 - Wulf Vs Biden
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Peziev shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tiger as he avoids it easily.
Tiger misses with a few strikes there.
Peziev looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tiger scores with a leg kick.
Tiger misses with a looping left.
Peziev has his takedown stuffed
and Tiger cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafa Peziev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An inside leg kick from Tiger misses.
Peziev appears to be looking for a big counter.
Peziev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tiger defends well and Peziev ends up having to push Tiger into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Tiger gets control of Peziev's arms and successfully pulls guard. Tiger will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Peziev might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Tiger wants to sweep but no luck.
Peziev is looking to advance position but Tiger has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Tiger throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Peziev because Tiger loaded up on that one.
Tiger tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Poor strikes thrown by Tiger there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Peziev wants to hold on but Tiger pushes him away.
Peziev can't escape the position.
Peziev taking shots to the head.
Tiger wants to control the pace but Peziev is squirming around nicely.
Peziev is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Tiger wants to control the pace but Peziev is squirming around nicely.
Tiger might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Peziev haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Peziev can't escape the position. #T2#
Tiger tries to control but Peziev wriggling away.
Peziev really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Peziev sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Peziev wants to improve his position but Tiger is controlling well. #SUB#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tiger seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Peziev does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tiger prevents Peziev from standing back up.
Tiger is keen to just control but Peziev is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Tiger sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Peziev is staying active underneath Tiger, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tiger looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Tiger is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
Tiger stalling.
Peziev slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Peziev looking for a sweep. Not yet Peziev, not yet.
Peziev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tiger's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Peziev is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Peziev looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Tiger has picked Peziev up and slammed him! Peziev can't keep hold of the triangle and Tiger manages to pass to side control!
Peziev sneaks back into half guard.
Tiger perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Great Tiger 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#
Tiger slaps away a takedown attempt from Peziev, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Peziev shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tiger but Tiger pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jab by Tiger.
Tiger moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tiger has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Tiger.#TD#
Peziev shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Tiger works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1#
Tiger is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Peziev trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Tiger manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB#
Peziev working for a triangle but Tiger defends it easily. #SUB#
Peziev has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tiger can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tiger trying to control the position from guard on top but Peziev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiger 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. #SUB#
Peziev throws his legs up looking for a submission but Tiger uses it to pass to side control. #T2#
Peziev is trying to improve his position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Peziev stops Tiger from passing to mount.
Tiger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Peziev keeps working.
Peziev is looking to regain half guard here but Tiger keeps moving and retains side control.
Tiger cracks Peziev with a big right hand but Peziev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Great Tiger has got the better of the ground game so far.
Peziev tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Peziev's face as Tiger controls the position.
Tiger trying to control the action but Peziev is working from the bottom. #T3#
Peziev throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Peziev is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tiger's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
Peziev tries to kick Tiger off but Tiger keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Peziev manages to get to full guard.
Tiger stands and throws Peziev's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Peziev is trying to buck Tiger off.
Peziev is trying to improve his position.
Tiger content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T4#
Peziev is not content to let Tiger control the position.
Tiger in side control, throwing shots but Peziev defends.
Peziev sneaks back into half guard.
Tiger throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Peziev moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Tiger is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tiger trying to control the position from guard on top but Peziev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Great Tiger 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. 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#
Peziev slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Peziev misses the target.
Great Tiger is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Peziev shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tiger as he avoids it easily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Tiger.
Peziev shoots in and drives through. Tiger sprawls well.
Peziev shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rafa Peziev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Peziev throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Tiger's waist but Tiger gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Peziev off to one side.
Peziev takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiger misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tiger tries to score a power double leg takedown but Peziev sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tiger somewhat.#T1#
Peziev avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tiger digs a good hook to Peziev's body. #TD#
Peziev manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tiger on his heels. He'll look to pass Tiger's guard now, I'm sure.
Peziev postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Peziev keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tiger's head.
Peziev wants to control from the top but Tiger keeps moving.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Peziev 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.
Peziev looking to pass the guard.
Peziev throws an elbow that misses. Tiger uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Peziev's guard. Nice move by Tiger!#REVB##T2##SUB#
Peziev escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tiger gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Peziev is looking for a triangle but Tiger pushes his legs off easily.
Tiger engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Peziev throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Tiger postures up in Peziev's guard and throws a big left but Peziev blocks it.
Tiger trying to control the position from guard on top but Peziev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Tiger must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Peziev has an active guard here but Tiger has managed to pass into half guard. #T3#
Tiger performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Peziev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Peziev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiger pulls his head out easily.
We've been informed that Tiger has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Tiger is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Tiger stops Peziev from getting back to his feet.
Peziev wants to control but Tiger is keeping busy.
Peziev wants to improve his position but Tiger is controlling well.
Tiger is controlling the pace.
Rafa Peziev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Peziev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiger pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tiger works his way into side control.
Peziev is looking to reverse the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiger trying to control the action but Peziev is working from the bottom.
Tiger has knee on belly and moves into mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Great Tiger comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Tiger has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Great Tiger!
Great Tiger thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Rafa Peziev stepped up to the mic, saying 'I be back, fuuuk the rucians!'.

Event: CFC 583
Date: Aug 26, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Peziev closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Peziev trying to mount his opponent but Chang defends it.
Chang's coaches at The Quarry have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Peziev wants to control but Chang is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Peziev is trying to work for a kimura but Chang is defending well.
Chang works his way to full guard. Good work.
Peziev tries to free his leg and advance position but Chang is retaining full guard.
Chang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chang avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Chang manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Peziev manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Peziev has his foot on Chang's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chang works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Peziev working for a triangle but Chang defends it easily.
Chang sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Peziev's guard. #T1#
Peziev tries to roll over but Chang keeps him under control.
Peziev wants to get back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ground and pound from Chang.
Chang stops Peziev from getting back to his feet.
Peziev is trying to maintain the position but Chang is very close to passing his half guard.
Chang prevents Peziev from standing back up.
Chang trying to control from half guard but Peziev is working away. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back.
Chang lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Peziev taking some punishment here, with Chang in his half guard. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chang pulls his head out easily.
Chang is looking to take a break and control but Peziev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Chang is nestled in close to Peziev, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Chang drops an elbow to the side of Peziev's head.
Chang will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Peziev wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for a kimura from the bottom but Chang passes into side control!
Peziev gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3#
Chang lands with a punch from half guard.
Chang is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
Peziev trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Peziev is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Chang trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Peziev gets back to half guard.#T4#
Chang looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Peziev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Chang prevents Peziev from standing back up.
Peziev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Chang scores with a couple of nice shots.
Peziev is looking to control Chang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Peziev avoid being mounted?
Peziev wants to get back to full guard.
Chang keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Chang looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Peziev moves into full guard.
Chang is working Peziev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Chang wants to control from the top but Peziev keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Chang passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Chang dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Peziev takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Rafa Peziev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chang connects with a looping right hand. #TD2#
Peziev gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Peziev seems to be looking for submissions.
Chang is pressing down on Peziev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Chang had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Peziev defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chang managing to control the position.
Peziev works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Peziev is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Peziev is keen to just control but Chang is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Chang actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Chang is looking for a sweep. Peziev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Peziev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chang sees it coming and defends easily.
Chang is looking for a sweep. Peziev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Peziev is working for a kimura but Chang is defending it quite comfortably.
Peziev passes to full mount! #T2#
Chang is in all sorts of trouble here.
Chang gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Peziev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Chang sees it coming and defends easily.
Chang wants to control but Peziev is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Chang is defending against the submission attempts here by Peziev. #SUB#
Chang looking for submissions off his back.
Chang slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Peziev wants to control from the top but Chang keeps moving. #SUB#
Chang looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Chang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Peziev passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Chang tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Peziev is trying to get an arm triangle but Chang is defending well. #SUB2#
Peziev tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T4##SUB2#
Peziev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Chang knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Chang can't do much from the bottom here.
Chang tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Peziev wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chang gets back to half guard.
Chang keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Peziev wants to work for an arm triangle but Chang is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rafa Peziev 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#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Peziev.
Chang throws a chopping leg kick but Peziev manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Peziev fails with a takedown attempt.
Chang drops down looking for a counter takedown but Peziev sprawls and moves away.
Peziev dives in for a single leg takedown but Chang sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tommy Chang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.#TD#
Chang drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Peziev is not content to let Chang control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peziev pushes Chang away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Chang gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Chang is putting a hurting on Peziev here, landing some big shots from side control.
We've been informed that Peziev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Peziev takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Peziev tries to escape but Chang is in control.
Peziev gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Peziev is looking to improve his position.
Chang scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Chang takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB2#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Peziev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Peziev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Peziev.#T2#
Chang is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Peziev working for a triangle but Chang defends it easily. #SUB2#
Peziev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chang defends it easily.#T3##SUB2#
Chang got a little sloppy there for a moment and Peziev has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chang has managed to get both his arms back between Peziev's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Peziev has his foot on Chang's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chang works his way back into a safe position though.
Chang lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Chang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Chang'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.#SUB2#
Peziev has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Chang can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Chang got a little sloppy there for a moment and Peziev has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Chang has managed to get both his arms back between Peziev's legs - danger averted.
Tommy Chang overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#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.#SUB2#
Peziev is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Chang is aware though and is defending well.
Chang sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Chang is working Peziev over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Peziev working for a triangle but Chang defends it easily.
Chang working some strikes from top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chang lands a couple of decent looking shots.

And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy Chang showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chang has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tommy Chang!
During a confident post fight interview, Tommy Chang thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Rafa Peziev stepped up to the mic, saying 'I be back, fuuuk the rucians!'.

Event: ENIGMA 177
Date: Jul 23, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Peziev drives through with a takedown into guard.
Peziev scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Mizoguchi is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Peziev drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Peziev jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mizoguchi is looking to stand back up but Peziev counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Mizoguchi.
Peziev is thwarting Mizoguchi's attempts to control the position.
Peziev is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Peziev lands with a punch from half guard.
Mizoguchi won't allow Peziev to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Peziev has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Mizoguchi defend it? Peziev steps over the head and cranks it - Mizoguchi is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Peziev!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Rafa Peziev!
Rafa Peziev decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
Candice Mizoguchi spoke after the fight, saying 'Mission Failed, We'll get em next time.'.

Event: ENIGMA 175
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Peziev throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Gomi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gomi throws the left hand but Peziev avoids the punch easily.
Peziev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gomi defends well and Peziev ends up having to push Gomi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Peziev shoots in but Gomi avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Gomi feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Pezievs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT#It looks like Rafa Peziev has been cut.
Rafa Peziev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Peziev tries to close the distance and clinch up but Gomi swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Good standup being displayed there by Gomi as he connects with a hook.
Peziev shoots in for a takedown but Gomi shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hiroshi Gomi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.
Gomi looks to land a right hand but Peziev moved out of range.
Gomi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Peziev is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Gomi with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Peziev moves into the clinch.
Gomi is trying to break free.
Gomi is trying to force a seperation but Peziev has the dominant position.
Gomi is trying to break the clinch but Peziev has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Gomi breaks from the clinch.
Peziev shoots in looking for a takedown but Gomi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Peziev's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Peziev shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gomi's guard.#T1#
Peziev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gomi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gomi keeping moving, preventing Peziev from controlling successfully.
Peziev is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Peziev stops Gomi from standing up. #ES#
Gomi is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Peziev throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Gomis head.
Gomi blocks an uppercut.
Peziev lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Gomi backwards. #TD2#
Peziev works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gomi wants to stand up but Peziev is controlling him.
Peziev trying to control the position from guard on top but Gomi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Peziev wants to pass the guard but Gomi is keeping the position.
Gomi is wriggling around but Peziev manages to pass to half guard. #T2#
Gomi is not content to let Peziev control the position.#SUB2#
Peziev is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gomi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Gomi's coaches at Dillo's Deadly Dojo have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gomi is trying to stand up here but Peziev is controlling him well.
Gomi tries to kick Peziev off in order to stand up. Peziev Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Peziev tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gomi's legs. #SUB2#
Peziev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Gomi tries to escape but Peziev is in control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Peziev tries for a kimura but Gomi is defending well.
Peziev wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gomi keeps working. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gomi is trying to buck Peziev off.#SUB2#
Peziev wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gomi, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Peziev is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Gomi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Gomi defending against the ground and pound.
Peziev tries to move into full mount but can't pass Gomi's legs. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Gomi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Peziev prevents Gomi from escaping the position.#T4##SUB2#
Peziev tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gomi is pushing Peziev's head away, looking to escape. Peziev manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Peziev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Peziev tries for a kimura but Gomi is defending well.
Gomi is pushing Peziev's head away, looking to escape. Peziev manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Peziev is trying to get an arm triangle but Gomi is defending well.
Gomi is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Peziev has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB2#
Peziev tries for a kimura but Gomi is defending well.
Peziev 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rafa Peziev dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Rafa Peziev's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A combination from Gomi does no damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Peziev looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Peziev fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Peziev tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Gomi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Peziev moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Gomi cracks a nice hook into Peziev's ribs.
Gomi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Peziev.
Hiroshi Gomi is winning the standup battle so far.
Peziev tries for a takedown but Gomi circles away easily
and Gomi counters with a left and a right that stings Peziev.
Gomi keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Peziev on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Peziev tries for a takedown but Gomi sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gomi seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Hiroshi Gomi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.
Gomi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gomi. Peziev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Peziev avoids the body shot from Gomi.
Peziev wants to clinch
and Gomi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#Peziev is rocked!#T1##CL2#
Peziev drives through and clinches with Gomi against the cage. #BC#
Gomi breaks the clinch.
A decent looking cross lands there for Gomi.
Peziev goes for a double leg but Gomi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gomi continues to drive forward.
Peziev fails with the takedown.
Peziev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gomi defends well and Peziev ends up having to push Gomi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hiroshi Gomi is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Gomi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hiroshi Gomi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Peziev shoots and misses
and Gomi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Peziev slips under a jab.#CL2#
Peziev moves into range and clinches up with Gomi.
Gomi is trying to force a seperation but Peziev has the dominant position.#BC#
Gomi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Peziev closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gomi circles away.
Peziev showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Gomi. #T2#
Gomi throws an overhand right that lands on Peziev's shoulder, as Peziev tries to avoid the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gomi looks to land a combination but Peziev avoids it well.
A jab from Gomi misses. #CL2#
Peziev moves into the clinch.
Peziev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Gomi pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Gomi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Peziev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Peziev lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Gomi breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Peziev shoots in but no luck this time.
Gomi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
We've been informed that Peziev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Peziev has managed to clinch. #BC#
Gomi pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gomi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Peziev goes for a double leg but Gomi avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gomi continues to drive forward.
Peziev takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T3#
Gomi paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gomi misses with a looping left.
Gomi defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Peziev.
Gomi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Peziev can do to turn this around?
Peziev tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Gomi counter with a right hand.
Gomi misses with a straight left.
Peziev is looking for the big counter here.
Gomi scores with a jab.
Peziev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Gomi defends well and Peziev ends up having to push Gomi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A jab from Gomi does it's job there.
Peziev is still on wobbly legs! Can Gomi finish him?
A punch combination from Gomi misses. #TD2#
Peziev looking to score a takedown here. Gomi is defending well but Peziev drives through and ends up in Gomi's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Peziev prevents Gomi from getting back to his feet.
Peziev stands and throws Gomi's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Gomi wants to get back to his feet.
Peziev seems to have recovered his senses.
Gomi knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Peziev on the ground.#SUB2#
Peziev is trying to get an arm triangle but Gomi is defending well. #T4#
Gomi is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Peziev tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Gomi is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Peziev wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Gomi, who protects the arm well.
The strikes coming from Peziev are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hiroshi Gomi dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Rafa Peziev's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Peziev tries to clinch but Gomi is having none of it.
Gomi stuffs the takedown.
Peziev looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Peziev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gomi is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Gomi lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Peziev ducks under a wild hook from Gomi.
Peziev ducks right into an uppercut from Gomi.
Gomi is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Peziev throws a jab when Gomi was well out of range.#TD2#
Peziev shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Gomi's guard.
Peziev won't allow Gomi to get back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Peziev wants to control from the top but Gomi keeps moving. #T1#
Peziev trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Peziev in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gomi is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Peziev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gomi is keeping the position for now.
Peziev wants to control from the top but Gomi keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Peziev moves to clinch but Gomi breaks away
and Gomi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Peziev tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gomi swivels and escapes.#T2#
Peziev is looking to clinch.
Peziev misses with a left hand
and Gomi counters with a series of strikes. Peziev will be more careful next time no doubt.
Peziev tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gomi swivels and escapes.
Gomi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hiroshi Gomi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.#TD2#
Peziev scores with a takedown into Gomi's guard.
Peziev takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Peziev looking to pass the guard.
Gomi wants to stand and escape but Peziev is having none of it.
Peziev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gomi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gomi keeping moving, preventing Peziev from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Peziev thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Peziev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gomi keeping moving, preventing Peziev from controlling successfully.
Gomi wants to stand up but Peziev is controlling him. #T3#
Peziev pushing down on Gomi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Gomi is trying to stand back up but Peziev is controlling him
Gomi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Peziev.
Gomi wants to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Peziev wants to work for an arm triangle but Gomi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gomi is trying to stand up here but Peziev is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Peziev seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Gomi is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Rafa Peziev!
After winning the bout, Rafa Peziev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMAHKI 58
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
Peziev fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#CL2#
Peziev fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Namikaze, pushing him back against the cage.
Peziev is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Namikaze gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Namikaze has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Peziev after a bit of a struggle.
Peziev drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Namikaze gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Tanjiro Namikaze has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rafa Peziev.
Namikaze is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Peziev pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Peziev drops down looking for an ankle pick but Namikaze pulls his leg out and moves away.
Namikaze closes this distance looking for a takedown but Peziev circles away.
Namikaze goes for a double leg but Peziev avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Peziev continues to drive forward.
Peziev lands with a short punch from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Namikaze is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Peziev is defending well.
Peziev misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Peziev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Peziev.
Namikaze is looking to counter the offense by Peziev and move into the clinch.
Peziev has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Peziev tries to clinch #TD#
and Namikaze counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Namikaze looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Peziev is trying to stand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Namikaze lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Namikaze is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Namikaze tries to pass the half guard into mount. Peziev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Peziev wants to get back to his feet.
Namikaze is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Peziev wants to improve his position but Namikaze is controlling well.
Peziev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Peziev.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Namikaze postures up and lands a big shot to Peziev's brow. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2##SUB2#
Peziev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Namikaze wants to control from the top but Peziev keeps moving.
Namikaze postures up and lands a big shot to Peziev's brow.
Namikaze passes Peziev's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Namikaze winds up and cracks Peziev with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Namikaze slips a nice elbow through Peziev's hands, connecting with Peziev's forehead.#SUB2#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
Namikaze looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Namikaze wants to lay and pray for a moment but Peziev keeps working.
Namikaze moves into full mount! Peziev won't be happy about that!
Peziev regains half guard.
Namikaze is looking to advance position but Peziev won't allow it. #T3##SUB2#
Peziev looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Namikaze is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Peziev tries to kick Namikaze off but Namikaze keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Namikaze scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Peziev taking some punishment here, with Namikaze in his half guard.
Namikaze landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Namikaze lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Namikaze working over Peziev with some ground and pound. Peziev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Peziev on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Namikaze pulls his head out easily.
Peziev has hold of Namikaze's hands but Namikaze slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Namikaze knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Peziev on the ground.
Peziev taking some punishment here, with Namikaze in his half guard.
We've been informed that Peziev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T4#
Namikaze tries to pass the half guard into mount. Peziev knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Peziev makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Peziev.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for a guillotine here but Namikaze defends easily. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a triangle but Namikaze pushes his legs off easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Namikaze defends well.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Namikaze postures up and lands a big shot to Peziev's brow.
Namikaze has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Peziev working for a triangle but Namikaze defends it easily.
Namikaze wants to pass the guard but Peziev is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tanjiro Namikaze dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Peziev shoots in looking for a takedown. Namikaze tries to sprawl out of it but Peziev keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Namikaze manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Peziev takes a swing at Namikaze's ribcage but misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Namikaze fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Peziev avoids it really well and circles away.
Peziev darts in looking for a takedown but Namikaze gets double underhooks and turns Peziev into the cage.
Peziev takes a swing at Namikaze's ribcage but misses.
Peziev tries to clinch up but Namikaze circles away and keeps his distance.
Namikaze fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Peziev closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Namikaze quickly recovers to half guard.
Peziev is trying to control. Namikaze wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Namikaze tries to get to full guard but Peziev has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Peziev seems to be working for a kimura but Namikaze defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Peziev is working for a kimura but Namikaze is defending it quite comfortably. #T1#
Namikaze gets back to full guard.
Namikaze keeping moving, preventing Peziev from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Peziev drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Peziev jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Namikaze wants to sweep here but Peziev controlling him for the moment.
Namikaze is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Peziev postures up in Namikaze's guard and throws a big left but Namikaze blocks it.
Peziev forces his way into half guard.
Namikaze slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Peziev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Peziev drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Peziev seems to have locked his on tight now - Namikaze screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Peziev, as he picks up the win!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Rafa Peziev!
After winning the bout, Rafa Peziev thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: MMAHKI 52
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Peziev scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Masterson has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Peziev tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Peziev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Peziev is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Masterson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Masterson is looking to reverse the position.
Masterson is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Peziev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Masterson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Peziev is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Masterson is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Peziev wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Masterson, who protects the arm well. #T1##SUB2#
Peziev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Masterson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masterson gets back to half guard.
Masterson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Peziev. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Masterson is looking to control Peziev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Masterson avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Peziev seems to be working for a kimura but Masterson defends the submission attempt.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Peziev is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Masterson is controlling Peziev's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Masterson wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Peziev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Masterson sees it coming and defends easily.
Masterson is not content to let Peziev control the position.
Peziev throwing shots but Masterson is blocking nicely. #T3#
Peziev wants to take a breather but Masterson is having none of it. #SUB2#
Peziev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Masterson sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Peziev is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Masterson regains full guard. Nicely done.
Peziev works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a kimura but Masterson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Peziev to get the leverage.
Masterson is pressing down on Peziev's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Peziev is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Masterson is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Masterson has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Peziev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Masterson controls the pace.#T4#
Masterson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Peziev swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Peziev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Masterson trying to control but Peziev is working from the bottom.
We've been informed that Peziev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Masterson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Peziev is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Peziev working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Masterson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Masterson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Masterson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Masterson tries to free his leg and advance position but Peziev is retaining full guard.
Masterson trying to control but Peziev is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rafa Peziev dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD#
Masterson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Peziev on his heels. He'll look to pass Peziev's guard now, I'm sure.#SUB2#
Peziev is looking for a triangle but Masterson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Peziev escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Masterson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Masterson wants to control from the top but Peziev keeps moving. #SUB#
Masterson is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Masterson trying to control the position from guard on top but Peziev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Peziev throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Masterson escapes and throws Peziev's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Peziev is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1##SUB#
Masterson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Masterson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Masterson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Peziev is looking to reverse the position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Masterson tries to move to mount but Peziev blocks the move with his legs.
Peziev is looking for a sweep.#T2##SUB#
Masterson tries for a kimura but Peziev is defending well.
Masterson wants to control but Peziev is keeping him busy.
Masterson works to advance to full mount. Peziev defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Masterson controlling the position easily from mount.
Peziev tries to lock up and control but Masterson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Peziev is squirming around, avoiding Masterson's attempts to control the action.
Peziev gets back to half guard.
Peziev is looking for a sweep. Masterson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Peziev is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Masterson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Peziev doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Masterson. #SUB2#
Peziev looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Masterson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Peziev is just riding it out for now. Masterson eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Peziev is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Masterson pulls his head out easily. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Masterson is looking to take a break and control but Peziev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Peziev actively working from the bottom here.
Masterson perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Masterson prevents Peziev from improving his position.#SUB#
Masterson is working for a kimura but Peziev is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Masterson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Peziev is trying to stand back up but Masterson is controlling him
Peziev is trying to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

John Masterson dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD2#
Peziev gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Masterson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Peziev escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Peziev!
Masterson defending against the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Peziev goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Masterson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Peziev but great work by Masterson.
Rafa Peziev has got the better of the ground game so far.
Peziev is trying to improve his position.
Masterson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Peziev keeps working.
Peziev is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Peziev keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Peziev wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Peziev tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Masterson presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Peziev is wriggling around trying to escape.
Masterson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Peziev is looking to escape.
Peziev is looking to improve his position but Masterson isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Masterson swings around for an armbar and he's got it! Wow, that came out of nowhere! What a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). John Masterson!
Rafa Peziev spoke after the fight, saying 'I be back, fuk rucians'.

Event: MMAHKI 40
Date: Apr 14, 2023

#R1#
Boy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Peziev manages to avoid it.
Boy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Peziev moves into the clinch successfully. #TD2#
Peziev has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Boy clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Peziev working for a choke but Boy is defending well.
Peziev is not going to allow Boy to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Peziev has managed to slip his arm under Boy's chin. This could be all over... yep, Boy is tapping out! Submission win for Peziev.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Rafa Peziev!
Rafa Peziev seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Stepping Stone 76
Date: Dec 04, 2022

168 cm
18 yrs
164 lbs

161 cm
18 yrs
146 lbs

Innkeeper

Peziev

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Gotosleep Innkeeper! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Rafa Peziev!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Peziev throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Innkeeper was covering up waiting for the punch and Peziev finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Innkeeper (0) vs (2) Peziev
Peziev wants to pass the guard but Innkeeper is keeping the position.
Peziev wants to control from the top but Innkeeper keeps moving.
Innkeeper trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Innkeeper keeping moving, preventing Peziev from controlling successfully. #T1#
Peziev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Innkeeper swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Peziev drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Peziev jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Peziev tries to free his leg and advance position but Innkeeper is retaining full guard.
Peziev is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Peziev thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Innkeeper knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Peziev on the ground.
Innkeeper pulls Peziev in close to his closed guard and prevents Peziev from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Peziev trying to control but Innkeeper is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Peziev thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Innkeeper looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Innkeeper looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Innkeeper continues to stall.
Peziev wants to control from the top but Innkeeper keeps moving. #T3##SUB2#
Peziev drops back looking for a leg! Innkeeper is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Innkeeper manages to kick Peziev off! Peziev jumps back into Innkeeper's guard.
Peziev wants to control from the top but Innkeeper keeps moving. #SUB2#
Peziev is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Innkeeper working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Peziev doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Innkeeper is tightening it up a little... Peziev has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Peziev reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Peziev taps out! Nice BJJ there by Innkeeper!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Gotosleep Innkeeper!
In defeat, Rafa Peziev stepped up to the mic, saying 'I be back, fuk rucians'.

Event: SSG Thanksgiving
Date: Nov 27, 2022

161 cm
18 yrs
146 lbs

185 cm
18 yrs
164 lbs

Peziev

Demetriou

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Rafa Peziev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Ionas Demetriou!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Demetriou gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Demetriou has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Peziev is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Peziev prevents a takedown attempt there.
Demetriou is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Peziev gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Rafa Peziev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ionas Demetriou.#TD#
Peziev turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Peziev manages to end up in side control.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Peziev (4) vs (0) Demetriou
Demetriou being controlled for a moment.
Demetriou tries to buck Peziev off but Peziev is having none of it.#SUB#
Peziev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Demetriou knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Demetriou tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Peziev presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Peziev (6) vs (0) Demetriou
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Peziev working for a submission but Demetriou is keeping him at bay.
Peziev wants to take his opponent's back but Demetriou doesn't allow it.
Peziev could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1#
Demetriou is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB#
Peziev is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Peziev extends the arm and Demetriou is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rafa Peziev!
A victorious Rafa Peziev thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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