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Event:
KIFC 52
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
#R1#
Barov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dellorusso moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dellorusso misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Barov is looking for a counter combo.#TD#
Barov 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.
Dellorusso looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Barov trying to control the position from guard on top but Dellorusso is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barov is breathing heavily.
Dellorusso pulls Barov in close to prevent any damage.
Dellorusso working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Barov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#ES2#
Dellorusso pushes Barov off and scrambles back to his feet.
Dellorusso throws a right hand that Barov ducks under and follows up with a left that Barov also avoids with ease.
Barov throws a big counter combination but Dellorusso scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Barov lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dellorusso scores with a jab. Barov acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1##TD#
Barov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Dellorusso works his way to full guard. Good work.
Barov will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dellorusso seems keen to control Barov's posture.
Barov won't allow Dellorusso to get back to his feet.
Dellorusso bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Barov's guard. #REVB#
Barov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dellorusso on the ground.
Dellorusso trying to control but Barov is working from the bottom. #SU2#
Dellorusso stands up and waves to Barov to follow him.
Dellorusso ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Barov moves away.#T2##CL2#
Dellorusso clinches up with Barov and pushes him back against the cage.
Dellorusso blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Barov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#BC2#
Dellorusso's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dellorusso manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Dellorusso darts in and clinches Barov up against the cage.
Dellorusso makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD2#
Dellorusso wants the takedown. Barov is fighting it off but Dellorusso persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Barov's guard against the cage.
Dellorusso 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.
Dellorusso looking to pass the guard.
Dellorusso is in close to Barov's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3#
Dellorusso landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Dellorusso 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. Dellorusso seems to have locked his on tight now - Barov screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Dellorusso, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Brendan Dellorusso! |
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Event:
KIFC 45
Date: Apr 07, 2023 |
#R1#
Traev misses with a wild combination.
Barov feinted with a counter takedown.
Traev defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Barov.#CL2#
Traev gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Barov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Traev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Barov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Traev closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Barov did well to prevent Traev getting side control.#SUB2#
Traev wants to work for an arm triangle but Barov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Well, if Traev is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Barov tries to roll over but Traev keeps him under control.
Traev looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Barov pushes Traev off looking to stand but Traev dives back in and keeps control.
Barov wants to control but Traev is keeping busy.
Traev passes to side control.
Barov being controlled for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Barov is looking to regain half guard here but Traev keeps moving and retains side control.
Traev content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Traev works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Traev cracks Barov with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T3#
Traev controls the position.
Barov tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Traev presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Traev sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Traev cracks Barov with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Traev controlling his opponent. #T4#
A nice elbow there by Traev.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Traev is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Barov can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Barov regains half guard.
Barov wants to control but Traev is keeping busy.
Traev landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Traev prevents Barov from standing back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barov tries to get to full guard but Traev has control of the leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Traev lands a nice short elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Traicho Traev 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#
Traev throws a head kick but Barov moves out of range.
It looked like Barov was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#TD2#
Barov gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Traev to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Barov has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Traev off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
Traev fails to land the takedown.
Barov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Traev manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Traev dives in for a single leg takedown but Barov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Barov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Traev as he jumps to the side.
Barov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Traev counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Traev decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T1#
Barov dodges the punch combination from Traev.
Barov blocks a head kick by Traev.
#TD2#
Traev decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Traicho Traev has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Traev is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Barov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Barov is looking to control Traev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Barov avoid being mounted?
Traev is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Traev is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Barov as he works his way to full guard.
#T2#
Barov is trying to control the position but Traev postures up.
Traev advances position into side control!
A lull in the action here.
Traev working the head with strikes. #T3#
Barov is looking to regain half guard here but Traev keeps moving and retains side control.
Barov struggling a bit here.
Traev lands an elbow.
Traev scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Barov to see if he's OK.
Traev passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Barov!
Traev controlling the pace for now. #T4#
Traev lands with some strikes.#SUB2#
Traev looking for a guillotine from mount but Barov is having none of it.
Barov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Traev content just to control the position here.
Traev scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#SUB2#
Traev has hold of Barov's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Barov manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Traev working for a submission but Barov is keeping him at bay.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Traicho Traev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Barov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Traev counters with a three punch combo that has Barov backing up. Barov nods at Traev to acknowledge the strikes.
Traev tries to score a power double leg takedown but Barov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Traev somewhat.#CL#
Barov gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Traev prevents Barov from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Traev manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Barov won't allow Traev to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Traev has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Barov doesn't defend quickly enough and Traev has managed to lock this one up! Can Barov escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Traev on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Traicho Traev! |
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Event:
KIFC 32
Date: Mar 28, 2023 |
#R1#
Barov scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#It looks like Thomas Forrester Jr has been cut.
Barov fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Some wild striking there from Barov.
Forrester Jr throws out a loose jab but Barov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Forrester Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Forrester Jr does it's job there.
Barov wants to clinch but Forrester Jr slips to the side
and Forrester Jr counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Forrester Jr circles away from the clinch attempt
and Forrester Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Forrester Jr circles away from the clinch attempt.
Nice body punch from Forrester Jr.
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!
Barov wants to clinch
and Forrester Jr counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Nice takedown defense from Forrester Jr. No joy for Barov on that attempt.
It looked like Forrester Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Forrester Jr dips to his left and cracks Barov with an uppercut!
Barov misses with a wild combination.
Forrester Jr went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Forrester Jr scores with a jab to the jaw.
Barov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Forrester Jr lands a slapping body shot.
Forrester Jr lands a jab to the head.
#KD#
Forrester Jr lands a big right hand that sends Barov crashing to the mat! Forrester Jr stays standing though and waves Barov back to his feet!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barov shoots in and drives through. Forrester Jr sprawls well.
Barov has his takedown stuffed
and Forrester Jr counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Barov off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Forrester Jr follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Barov was out before he hit the floor.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Thomas Forrester Jr!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Thomas Forrester Jr made sure he mentioned Island clothing lite, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
KIFC 18
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Moore bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Barov's head backwards.
Barov fails with the takedown
and Moore counters with a straight right hand.
Barov drops his hands momentarily and Moore takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Moore's coach down at Cozad The Island was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Moore's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Barov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Barov fails to land the takedown.
Moore fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Barov tries to score with a low kick but Moore moves his leg out of the way.#CL#
Barov pushes Moore up against the cage in a clinch.
Moore stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Moore struggles to land a body shot inside as Barov controls his hands.
Barov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Moore as Barov tries to tie him up. #T1##BC2#
Moore breaks the clinch.
Barov takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Barov fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurty Barov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Moore lands a really nice looking cross but Barov seems unphased.
Barov with a poor takedown
and Moore counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Barov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Barov wants to clinch.
Moore throws a body shot but no joy.
Sloppy strikes from Barov. Those never looked like landing. #T2#
Barov moves to clinch but Moore breaks away
and Moore cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Moore displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Barov.
Barov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
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!
Moore throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barov went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Moore connects with a body shot that sends Barov's belly button to the back.
Barov wants to clinch up but Moore keeps it at a distance.
Moore punishes Barov's body with a nice straight punch.
Moore tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Barov was well out of range. Poor timing from Moore.
Barov dives in for a single leg takedown but Moore sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Barov is looking to control Moore's arms but Moore gets an underhook and turns him. Now Barov has his back to the cage.
Barov misses with the head strike.
#T3##BC2#
Moore escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Moore is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Barov rather than just go for the knockout.
Moore stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Moore wants it to stay on the feet.
Barov takes a jab right on the kisser.
Moore connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A big left from Moore misses.
As Moore looks to move away, Barov throws a big counter combo but Moore just gets out of the way.
Moore misses the shot to the body.
Barov tries to clinch up
and Moore counters with a stiff right hand.
Moore lands a slapping body shot.
Barov slips a straight right by Moore.
Moore swinging wildly here.
#T4#
Moore misses with a looping left.
Barov throws a one two combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Moore dodges the punch combination from Barov.
A left and a right from Barov both land. Nice combination.
Moore fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barov manages to avoid it.
Moore fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barov manages to avoid it.
Barov lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Barov throws a series of punches but Moore moves out of range.
Moore is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Barov had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Barov tries to clinch there but Moore circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Peyton Moore dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Barov fails with the takedown
and Moore counters with a right hand to the body.
Moore throws a sloppy body shot
and Barov counters with a series of strikes. Moore will be more careful next time no doubt.
Moore swinging wildly here.
#CL#
Barov has closed the distance and engaged Moore in a clinch.
Barov is trying to push Moore away but Moore has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Moore misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Moore lands a body punch in the clinch.
Moore tries a body shot but Barov blocks it.
Moore lands an uppercut.
Barov wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Moore has a couple of punches blocked by Barov.
Barov can't break the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Moore.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Barov blocks a body shot from Moore.
Moore controlling the action here for a moment.
Moore has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Barov takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Moore goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Moore working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Barov is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Moore to keep the fight standing.#T2#
Barov blocking some punches.
Moore lands a left hand.
Moore misses with a punch on the inside.
Moore gets through Barov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Moore lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Barov backwards.
Moore lands a right hand.
Barov looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Barov jumps guard but Moore stands there with Barov around his waist. Barov gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kurty Barov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Barov looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A short body shot lands from Moore as the two fighters clinch.
Barov prevents a body shot from Moore. #T3#
Barov utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Moore lands an uppercut.
Moore struggles to land a body shot inside as Barov controls his hands.
Moore misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD#
Barov successfully pulls guard.
#SUB#
Barov is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Moore frees his head nicely. Oh but Barov has switched to an armbar! Moore is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Kurty Barov! |
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Event:
KIFC 10
Date: Feb 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Barov scores with a three punch combo!
Barov fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Traev closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Traev breaks the clinch.
Traev pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Barov back to the cage. Traev follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CL2#
Barov pushes Traev up against the cage in a clinch.
Traev's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Barov has Traev pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Traev manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Barov is trying to break the clinch but Traev is controlling him.
Traev stalling against the cage.
Traev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barov tries to pull guard but Traev forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Traev missing with knees to the body.
#T1##BC#
Traev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Traev throws a right and a left that both miss.#CL#
Traev closes the distance and pushes Barov back into the cage.#TD2#
Barov gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Traev tries to get to full guard but Barov has control of the leg.
Traev is trying is best to control the position here.
Barov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Traev controlling the position well.
Barov wants to pass to mount but Traev is defending the position. #T2#
Traev tries to get to full guard but Barov has control of the leg.
Barov is keen to just control but Traev is a slippery customer.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Traev is trying to control but can't.
Barov thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Barov is figuring out what he wants to do next.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Traev leaves Barov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A little feinted left hand from Traev on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Traicho Traev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kurty Barov.#T3#
Barov throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Traev counters by moving into the clinch.
Barov blocks a body shot from Traev.
Barov jumps guard but Traev turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Traev lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Traev.
Barov wants to break free but Traev has control.
Traev drops down looking for an ankle pick but Barov pulls his leg out and moves away.
#TD#
Traev shoots in and bounces Barov off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Barov manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#T4#
Barov ducks right into an uppercut from Traev.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Traev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Barov defends well and Traev ends up having to push Barov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC#
Traev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Barov shoots for a double leg takedown but Traev sprawls well. He's pushed Barov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Barov works over Traev's head and body with a nice combination.
Traev tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Barov defends well and Traev ends up having to push Barov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Traev avoiding damage.
Traev tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Barov just stands there and leans against the cage.
Traev has Barov pressed against the cage, preventing Barov from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
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 Traicho Traev will probably get the nod.
That's time! Traev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Barov shoots in for a takedown but Traev shows good takedown defense.
A head kick by Barov misses
and Traev counters with a straight right hand.
Barov is looking to clinch. #TD2#
Barov bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Traev explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Barov slaps away a takedown attempt from Traev, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Traev keeps the fight on the outside.
Traicho Traev is winning the standup battle so far.
Barov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barov fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Barov clinches with his opponent.
Traev tries for a takedown but Barov manages to get underhooks.
#T1#
Barov wants to break free but Traev has control.
#TD#
Traev jumps into guard, dragging Barov to the mat.
Traev wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Barov postures up in Traev's guard and throws a big left but Traev blocks it.
Barov trying to control the position from guard on top but Traev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Traev not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Barov throws a strike but Traev rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Traev engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T2#
Traev works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Barov wants to control but Traev passes into side.
#SU#
Traev stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Some wild striking there from Traev.
Despite the aggression on Barov's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#CL#
Barov tries to keep at a distance but Traev has taken the fight into the clinch.
Traev tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Traicho Traev. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Barov tries to score a body lock takedown but Traev shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Traev jumps guard but Barov stands there with Traev around his waist. Traev gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Traev tries to pull guard but Barov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Traev wants to stall.
Traev tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Barov smiles and moves away.
Traev throws a solid leg kick but Barov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Traev.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Barov shoots in but no luck this time.
Barov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Traev circles away.
Barov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Traev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Barov misses with a head kick.
We've been informed that Barov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Barov moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Barov is breathing heavily.#CL#
Traev drives through and clinches with Barov against the cage.
Traev looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#BC#
Traev breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Traev shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Traev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Barov's head.#SU#
Traev decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Traicho Traev 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#
Barov throws a right and a left that both miss.
Barov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Traev closes the distance and clinches.
Barov has had enough of the clinch but Traev keeps him there for the moment.
Traev drops down looking for an ankle pick but Barov pulls his leg out and moves away.
Barov shoots in looking for a takedown but Traev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Barov's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Barov tries for a takedown but Traev circles away easily
and Barov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Traicho Traev is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Traev shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Barov sprawls well. Barov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Traev gets slowly back to his feet.
Traev stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Traev wants it to stay on the feet.
Traev tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Barov manages to circle out of the way.
Traicho Traev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kurty Barov.
Barov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Traev throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Barov's waist but Barov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Traev off to one side.
Barov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL#
Traev clinches up with Barov and pushes him back against the cage.
Traev stalls. #BC2#
Barov breaks the clinch.
Barov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Nice takedown defense from Traev. No joy for Barov on that attempt.
Traev throws a head kick but Barov moves out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Traev.
Traev tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Barov swivels and escapes.#T2##CL2#
Barov pushes Traev up against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Traev manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Traev has closed the distance and engaged Barov in a clinch.
Barov tries to break the clinch but Traev is controlling the position. #BC#
Traev breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Barov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Traev moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD2#
Barov manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Traev on his heels. He'll look to pass Traev's guard now, I'm sure.
Traev wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Barov manages to pass to side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barov is looking to take a break and control but Traev is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
Traev is looking to escape.
Barov controlling the pace.
Barov throwing shots but Traev is blocking nicely.
Traev is looking to improve his position.
Nice strikes from Barov there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Barov decides to stand up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Barov checks a leg kick. #TD#
Traev shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Barov is trying to defend but Traev finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Barov tries to roll over but Traev keeps him under control.
Traev slows the pace down in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Traev is pressing down on Barov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Barov is holding on for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Traicho Traev.
Well Traev 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 David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Traicho Traev! |
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Event:
KIFC 4
Date: Jan 21, 2023 |
#R1#
Forrester Jr throws a hook to the side of Barov's head but Barov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Barov blocks a leg kick.
Barov feints the counter takedown.
Barov ducks under a wild hook from Forrester Jr.
Barov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Barov shoots for a double leg takedown but Forrester Jr sprawls well. He's pushed Barov's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A little feinted left hand from Forrester Jr on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Barov slips a straight right by Forrester Jr.
No luck for Barov with that takedown attempt.
Barov tries for a takedown but Forrester Jr circles away easily
and Forrester Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thomas Forrester Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kurty Barov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Forrester Jr misses with a straight right.
Barov fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Forrester Jr avoids it really well and circles away.
Barov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Forrester Jr sets himself, and Barov steps forward looking for the clinch! Forrester Jr avoids it this time.#T1#
Barov on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Forrester Jr misses with an uppercut.
Barov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Barov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Forrester Jr.
Forrester Jr jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Barov misses with a takedown #KD#
and Barov is countered with a crisp right hand from Forrester Jr that sends him to the canvas! Forrester Jr follows him to the mat into side control. #CUT#It looks like Kurty Barov has been cut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Barov gets back to half guard.
Forrester Jr wants to take a breather but Barov is having none of it.
Barov moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Barov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Forrester Jr defends well.
Barov looks winded!
Forrester Jr trying to control but Barov is working from the bottom. #T2#
Forrester Jr is really struggling to control Barov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Forrester Jr passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SU#
Forrester Jr stands up.
Forrester Jr misses the jab.
Forrester Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Barov counters with a three punch combo that has Forrester Jr backing up. Forrester Jr nods at Barov to acknowledge the strikes.
Forrester Jr misses with a few strikes there.
#T3#
Forrester Jr misses with the combination.
Barov moves away from the strike by Forrester Jr.
We've been told by Forrester Jr's head coaches at Cozad The Island that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Forrester Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Barov is just out of range.
Barov tries to clinch but Forrester Jr moves away
and Forrester Jr counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Barov fails with a takedown attempt.
Forrester Jr keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Forrester Jr looks to land a right hand but Barov moved out of range.
Forrester Jr throws a lazy right hand but Barov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thomas Forrester Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Forrester Jr. Barov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice sprawl there from Forrester Jr as Barov shoots in.
As Barov looks to move away, Forrester Jr throws a big counter combo but Barov just gets out of the way.#T4#
Forrester Jr throws a series of punches but Barov moves out of range.
We've been informed that Barov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Forrester Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barov is looking to clinch but Forrester Jr is avoiding it.
Barov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Forrester Jr misses the target.
Forrester Jr misses with a body shot.
Barov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Forrester Jr.
And Barov tries to counter it with a takedown but Forrester Jr pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Barov blocks a jab.#TD2#
Barov closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Barov lands in his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Forrester Jr looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Barov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Barov wants to take a breather but Forrester Jr is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Forrester Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kurty Barov's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Forrester Jr misses with a head kick.
Forrester Jr throws a jab but it's blocked by Barov.
A punch combination from Forrester Jr misses.
Barov is looking for the big counter here.
Forrester Jr lands a jab to the head.
Barov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Forrester Jr.
Barov ducks under a wild hook from Forrester Jr.
Barov is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Forrester Jr is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Barov has his takedown stuffed
and Forrester Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Forrester Jr takes a swing at Barov's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Barov ducks straight into an uppercut from Forrester Jr and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Barov manages to regain guard straight away.
#ROC#Barov is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barov keeping moving, preventing Forrester Jr from controlling successfully.
Barov is trying to keep Forrester Jr in close.
#T1#
Forrester Jr tries to free his leg and advance position but Barov is retaining full guard.
Barov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Forrester Jr won't allow Barov to sweep him here.
Forrester Jr trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Forrester Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Barov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barov 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##T2#
Forrester Jr tries to roll over but Barov keeps him under control.
Forrester Jr is trying to maintain the position but Barov is very close to passing his half guard.
Forrester Jr keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Forrester Jr wants to control but Barov is keeping busy.
Forrester Jr tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Barov has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Forrester Jr on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Forrester Jr tries to get out of the position.#T3#
Forrester Jr throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Forrester Jr bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Barov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Forrester Jr postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Forrester Jr postures up in Barov's guard and throws a big left but Barov blocks it.
Kurty Barov has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Barov is trying to control the position but Forrester Jr postures up.
Forrester Jr controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Forrester Jr pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Barov is keeping the position for now.
Barov keeping moving, preventing Forrester Jr from controlling successfully.
Barov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barov wants to sweep here but Forrester Jr controlling him for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thomas Forrester Jr dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Kurty Barov's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Forrester Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Forrester Jr is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Barov can do to turn this around?
Forrester Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Barov, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Forrester Jr pivots, looking for a leg kick but Barov is out of range and Forrester Jr settles back down.
Barov tries to clinch but Forrester Jr moves away
and Forrester Jr cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Barov moves away from the strike by Forrester Jr.
Forrester Jr misses with a series of wild punches.
Barov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Forrester Jr is looking for a counter combo.
Forrester Jr scores with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barov throws a nice looking combination but Forrester Jr bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Forrester Jr swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Barov shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Barov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Barov ducks right into an uppercut from Forrester Jr.
Barov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Forrester Jr defends well and Barov ends up having to push Forrester Jr into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Thomas Forrester Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kurty Barov.#T1##KD#
Forrester Jr waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Barov. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Barov to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
Barov is still in real trouble! Can Forrester Jr finish him?
Barov has a closed guard, preventing Forrester Jr from standing up.
Forrester Jr 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.
Barov seems to have recovered his senses.
Forrester Jr looking to pass the guard.
Forrester Jr stays in close to Barov's body and controls the position.
Forrester Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Barov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Barov looking to control.
Forrester Jr wants to pass the guard but Barov is keeping the position.
Forrester Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Barov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Barov shoots in but no luck this time.
Good shot there by Forrester Jr.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barov doesn't manage to clinch there - Forrester Jr circles away.
Forrester Jr throws a right hand that misses
and Barov counters with a left and a right that stings Forrester Jr.
Barov throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Forrester Jr. #T3#
Forrester Jr misses with a looping left.
Barov moves out of range of the leg kick from Forrester Jr.#KD#
Forrester Jr lands a big shot that drops Barov! Can he finish him?
Forrester Jr wants to get up but he can't break Barov's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Forrester Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Forrester Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Barov's head.
Forrester Jr wants to control from the top but Barov keeps moving. #T4#
Barov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Forrester Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Forrester Jr trying to control but Barov is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Forrester Jr misses with a head kick.
Barov tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Forrester Jr stuns Barov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Forrester Jr comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Forrester Jr slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Thomas Forrester Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Forrester Jr misses the shot to the body.
Kurty Barov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Thomas Forrester Jr is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Barov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Forrester Jr swats him away and circles back towards the center.
And that's the end of the fight!
Thomas Forrester Jr showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Forrester Jr 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 Bart Greer scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Thomas Forrester Jr! |
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Event:
KIFC 1 The Beginning
Date: Jan 06, 2023 |
#R1#
Carmen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Barov stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Carmen.
Carmen lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Kurty Barov has been cut.#KD2#
A head kick lands from Carmen that sends Barov to the canvas. Barov tries to scramble back to his feet but Carmen brings him back down into side control. #ROC2#Barov is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barov is trying to get back to half guard.
Oh Barov is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Carmen in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Barov is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Balthazar Carmen!
During a confident post fight interview, Balthazar Carmen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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