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Event:
The Island Season 14, 265 lbs, Round 4
Date: Jul 05, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Semenov closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Wilson's guard.
Wilson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Semenov scores with a nice shot.
Semenov wants to sweep here but Wilson controlling him for the moment.
Wilson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Semenov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Wilson wants to pass the guard but Semenov is keeping the position.
Semenov 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#
Wilson is pressing down on Semenov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Semenov throwing strikes but missing.
Wilson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Semenov throws a big right hand that misses.
Wilson keeping full guard, as Semenov tries to pass.
Wilson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Semenov manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Semenov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Semenov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Semenov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wilson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Semenov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Wilson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Semenov.
Semenov being controlled here momentarily.
Semenov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Wilson has control of Semenov's left arm, preventing Semenov from doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Semenov tries to free his leg and advance position but Wilson is retaining full guard.
Wilson is pulling down on Semenov's head. It's preventing any offense from Semenov, at least for the moment.#T2#
Semenov looking to pass the guard.
Semenov throws a strike but Wilson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Semenov looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wilson is one step ahead there.
Wilson wants to control from the top but Semenov keeps moving.
Semenov wants to sweep but no luck.
Wilson working some strikes from top position.
Wilson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wilson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Wilson trying to control but Semenov is working from the bottom.
Wilson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T3#
Wilson preventing the sweep.
Wilson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Wilson working some strikes from top position.
Wilson won't allow Semenov to sweep him here.
Wilson postures up and lands a big shot to Semenov's brow.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wilson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Semenov 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.
Wilson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Wilson with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Wilson 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.
Wilson is in close to Semenov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Semenov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Semenov wants to pass the guard but Wilson is keeping the position.#T4#
Semenov preventing the sweep.
Semenov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Wilson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Wilson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Semenov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilson is keeping the position for now.
Semenov is still trying to improve position.
Semenov throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Semenov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wilson keeping full guard, as Semenov tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Kirill Semenov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Wilson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Wilson wants it to stay on the feet.#TD2#
Semenov looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Semenov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sloppy strikes there by Semenov.
Semenov tries to move to full mount but Wilson actually manages to regain half guard.
Wilson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Semenov.
Semenov thows a huge punch but Wilson dodges it nicely.
Wilson wants to get back to full guard.
Wilson gets full guard.
Kirill Semenov has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Semenov throws a big elbow that misses.
Wilson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Semenov stands up over Wilson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Wilson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T1#
Semenov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Semenov keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Semenov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Wilson preventing the sweep.
Wilson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Semenov keeping full guard, as Wilson tries to pass.
Wilson landing with the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wilson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wilson lands a couple of digs.
Wilson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Semenov looking for a sweep. Not yet Semenov, not yet.
Wilson is in close to Semenov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Wilson trying to control the position from guard on top but Semenov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Semenov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wilson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##T2#
Semenov looking to pass the guard.
Semenov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Wilson manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Wilson with a nice head shot there.
Wilson chips away with some ground and pound.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wilson preventing the sweep.
Semenov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wilson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Semenov passes Wilson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Wilson is looking to escape.#T3#
Semenov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Wilson to regain full guard.
Wilson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wilson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Semenov is controlling him.
Semenov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Wilson is keeping the position for now.
Semenov throws an elbow that misses. Wilson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Semenov's guard. Nice move by Wilson!#REVR#
Wilson stopping the sweep attempt from Semenov.
Wilson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Semenov is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Wilson keeping full guard, as Semenov tries to pass.
Semenov throws an elbow that misses. Wilson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Semenov's guard. Nice move by Wilson!#REVR##T4#
Wilson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Semenov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Semenov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wilson with a nice head shot there.
Wilson is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Semenov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wilson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Wilson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wilson wants to stand but Semenov is controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wilson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Wilson preventing the sweep.
Wilson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Semenov looking for a sweep. Not yet Semenov, not yet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Wilson's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
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 The Wilson will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Semenov shoots in and drives through. Wilson sprawls well.
Semenov misses with a takedown attempt - Wilson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Semenov shoots in for a takedown but Wilson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Wilson half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The Wilson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kirill Semenov.#CL#
Wilson takes the fight into the clinch.
Semenov tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Wilson drags the fight down to the ground.
Semenov stops Wilson from standing up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wilson is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Wilson lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wilson tries to free his leg and advance position but Semenov is retaining full guard.
Wilson stands up over Semenov, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Semenov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Wilson controls the pace.
Wilson works over Semenov with some ground and pound from guard.
Wilson preventing the sweep. #T1#
Wilson trying to control the position from guard on top but Semenov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Semenov looking for a sweep. Not yet Semenov, not yet.
Wilson landing some decent shots from guard.
Wilson won't allow Semenov to sweep him here.
Semenov is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Wilson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Wilson is in close to Semenov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Wilson forces his way into half guard.
Wilson looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Semenov with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Wilson working over Semenov with some ground and pound. Semenov looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Wilson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Semenov wants to improve his position but Wilson is controlling well.
Wilson working the head and body with strikes.
Semenov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Semenov regains full guard. Nicely done.
Wilson working some strikes from top position.
The Wilson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Wilson preventing the sweep.
Wilson controls from within his opponent's guard.
Semenov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wilson manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Wilson managing to control the position.
Semenov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Wilson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wilson trying to control the position here.
Semenov won't allow Wilson to sweep him here.
Semenov is fighting to break Wilson's control of his arms but Wilson is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Semenov missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Wilson has control of Semenov's left arm, preventing Semenov from doing any damage.
Wilson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Wilson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Wilson keeping full guard, as Semenov tries to pass.
Semenov postures up in Wilson's guard and throws a big left but Wilson blocks it.
Semenov is looking to work some ground and pound but Wilson has wrist control.
Semenov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
An elbow from Semenov crashes against the mat.
#T4#
Semenov tries to advance to mount but can't.
Who's going to make the next move?
Semenov tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Wilson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Semenov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Semenov working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Semenov throws a strike aimed at the side of Wilson's head but Wilson avoids it well.
Semenov fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Semenov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Wilson dodges the ground and pound from Semenov.
The strikes coming from Semenov are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Semenov throws an elbow but Wilson slips to the side and avoids it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
The Wilson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wilson 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight for The Wilson!
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight for The Wilson!
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight for The Wilson!
The Wilson wins by unanimous decision!
A pretty intense looking The Wilson took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 265 lbs, Round 3
Date: Jul 04, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Semenov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Semenov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Semenov preventing the sweep.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Semenov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #SUB#
Kwondo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Semenov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kwondo avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Semenov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kwondo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kwondo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Semenov defends it easily.#SUB#
Semenov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Kwondo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Semenov is aware though and is defending well.
Semenov keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kwondo's head.
Kwondo trying to keep a closed guard but Semenov is proving a slippery customer.
Semenov works over Kwondo with some ground and pound from guard.
Semenov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Kwondo'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.
Kwondo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Semenov working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Kwondo has momentary wrist control but Semenov slips an elbow through the middle.
Kwondo is trying to keep Semenov in close.
Semenov passes Kwondo's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Semenov is looking to advance position but Kwondo won't allow it.
Semenov keeps trying to improve his position.
Semenov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Semenov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Semenov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Semenov lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
#T2#
Semenov avoids the attempt from Kwondo to control.
Kwondo is looking to improve his position but Semenov isn't that keen on the idea.
Semenov lands a couple of good shots and Kwondo has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Kwondo wants to escape the position.
Semenov is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Semenov gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Semenov gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Semenov apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Semenov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Kwondo looking for submissions off his back.
Kwondo missing with punches from the bottom.
Semenov is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
BOOM! Semenov connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Semenov cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Semenov lands a big elbow. #T3#
Kwondo takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Semenov landing strikes, looking to finish!
Kwondo taking shots to the head.
Kwondo holds of for dear life.
Kwondo sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Semenov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Semenov is pressing down on Kwondo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kwondo is holding on for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kwondo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Semenov is working away from the top position though.
Semenov is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Kwondo reverses the position - he's now on top in Semenov's guard.
Kwondo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T4#
Semenov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kwondo is in close to Semenov's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Semenov can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kwondo throws a big elbow that misses.
Kwondo won't allow Semenov to sweep him here.
Kwondo passes Semenov's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Kwondo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Kwondo is working for a kimura but Semenov is defending it quite comfortably.
Kwondo working Semenov over with strikes.
Semenov manages to get to full guard.
Semenov 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.
Semenov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kirill Semenov dominated that round.
That's time! Kwondo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2#
Semenov looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kwondo!
Semenov working the ground and pound.
Semenov in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kwondo sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Semenov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kwondo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Kwondo manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Kwondo has his foot on Semenov's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Semenov works his way back into a safe position though.
Semenov working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Kwondo looking for a guillotine here but Semenov defends easily.
Semenov postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Semenov with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Kwondo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1#
Semenov is in close to Kwondo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Semenov preventing the sweep.
Semenov lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Semenov is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Semenov throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kwondo works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Semenov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kwondo is keeping the position for now.
Semenov landing some decent shots from guard.
Semenov makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Semenov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kwondo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kwondo looking to control.
Semenov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Semenov looking to pass the guard.
Semenov lands a couple of elbows.
Kwondo thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. #T2#
Kwondo 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.
Semenov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Kwondo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Semenov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Semenov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kwondo is retaining full guard.
Semenov is working Kwondo over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Semenov stands up over Kwondo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kwondo controls Semenov momentarily but Semenov frees himself.
Semenov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Semenov throwing strikes from guard but Kwondo blocks nicely.
Semenov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Semenov landing some decent shots from guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Semenov scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Semenov tries to free his leg and advance position but Kwondo is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB#
Semenov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kwondo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Semenov has managed to get both his arms back between Kwondo's legs - danger averted.
Kwondo is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Semenov working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kwondo's head.
Semenov postures up and lands a big shot to Kwondo's brow.
Semenov won't allow Kwondo to sweep him here.
Semenov with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Semenov looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Semenov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Semenov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kwondo is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Kwondo looking for a guillotine here but Semenov defends easily.
Semenov lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T4#
Semenov postures up.
Semenov is looking to advance position but Kwondo has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Semenov is bucking up trying to escape but Kwondo cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Semenov is trying to escape the mount.
Kwondo thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
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!
Semenov is in all sorts of trouble here.
Semenov is still trying to improve position.
Kwondo looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB#
Kwondo working for a submission but Semenov is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Kwondo working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kirill Semenov 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Semenov darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Kwondo has hold of Semenov's hands but Semenov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB#
Kwondo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Semenov pulls his head out easily.
Semenov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Semenov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Semenov lands a nice short elbow.
Kwondo landing a few short strikes.
Semenov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwondo has hold of Semenov's hands but Semenov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Semenov working the head and body with strikes.
Kwondo trying to hold on to Semenov's head to control him but Semenov postures up.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Semenov connects with a nice short shot to Kwondo's temple.
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!
Kwondo trying to hold on to Semenov's head to control him but Semenov postures up.
#T1#
Semenov lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Semenov working Kwondo over with strikes.
Kwondo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Semenov looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kwondo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Semenov working over Kwondo with some ground and pound. Kwondo looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Semenov working over Kwondo with some ground and pound. Kwondo looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Semenov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Semenov tries to pass to full mount but Kwondo defends it.
Kwondo preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Kirill Semenov has got the better of the ground game so far.
Semenov winds up and cracks Kwondo with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Semenov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Semenov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Kwondo is looking to improve his position but Semenov isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Semenov avoids the attempt from Kwondo to control.
Semenov raining down shots from the mount!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Semenov landing strikes from the mount.
Semenov landing punches.
Semenov landing punches.
Semenov lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Kwondo hang on?#ROC2#Kwondo is rocked!
Semenov cracks Kwondo with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Oh Kwondo is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Semenov loads up with a big shot that hurts Kwondo! He's pulled Semenov in close but Semenov has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Kwondo survive? More strikes from Semenov and Kwondo is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
A relieved looking Kirill Semenov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 265 lbs, Round 2
Date: Jul 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Semenov fails with the takedown
and Stone connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stone stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stone wants it to stay on the feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Stone misses its target.#TD2#
Semenov gets a takedown into half guard.
Stone really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Semenov not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Stone blocking the ground and pound attempt from Semenov.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stone avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Semenov.
Semenov misses with a head shot. Stone uses the momentum to regain guard.
Semenov loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Semenov postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Semenov accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Semenov forces his way into half guard.#T1#
Semenov throwing shots but Stone is blocking nicely.
Ground and pound from Semenov.
Semenov lands with a punch from half guard.
Semenov wants to pass to mount but Stone is defending the position.
Stone wants to improve his position but Semenov is controlling well.
Stone blocking the ground and pound attempt from Semenov.
Semenov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Stone definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Semenov moves into full mount! Stone won't be happy about that!
Semenov working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Semenov scoring with strikes but Stone is staying in there. #T2#
Semenov scoring with strikes but Stone is staying in there.
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!
Semenov landing shots from mount.
Stone is bucking up trying to escape but Semenov cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Semenov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Semenov putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#ROC2#Stone is rocked!
Semenov loads up with a big shot that hurts Stone! He's pulled Semenov in close but Semenov has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Stone survive? More strikes from Semenov and Stone is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
After winning the bout, Kirill Semenov thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
The Island Season 14, 265 lbs, Round 1
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Semenov displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Solade.
Semenov will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#TD2#
Semenov looking to score a takedown here. Solade is defending well but Semenov drives through and ends up in Solade's guard.
Semenov tries to free his leg and advance position but Solade is retaining full guard.
Semenov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Semenov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Solade throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Solade can't keep his opponent in guard - Semenov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Semenov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Solade moves into full guard.
Semenov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Semenov wants to pass the guard but Solade is keeping the position.#SUB#
Solade working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Semenov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Semenov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Semenov landing some decent shots from guard.
Semenov is in close to Solade's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Semenov has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Semenov is working Solade over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Semenov in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Solade striking off his back but it's not causing Semenov any problems.
Solade on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Solade tries to get out of the position.
Semenov wants to pass the guard but Solade is keeping the position.
Semenov passes into half guard.
Solade missing with punches from the bottom.
Semenov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nice strikes from Semenov there.
Solade is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Semenov is pressing down on Solade's thigh, looking to free his foot. Solade is holding on for now.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Solade lands a couple of sideways elbows.
Semenov winds up and cracks Solade with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Semenov lands strikes from half guard.
Semenov working Solade over with strikes.
Semenov is looking to advance position but Solade won't allow it. #T2#
Semenov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Solade tries to get to full guard but Semenov has control of the leg.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Semenov working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Solade is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Semenov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Semenov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Solade!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Semenov lands with some strikes.
Semenov avoids the attempt from Solade to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Semenov fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Semenov raining down shots from the mount!
We've been hearing good reports from Solade'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.
Semenov landing strikes from the mount and Solade is in trouble!
Solade is trying desperately to improve position.
Semenov postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Solade looks a forlorn figure.
Solade in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Semenov lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.#T3#
Solade is in a horrible position here. Semenov smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Semenov landing punches. #ROC2#Solade is rocked!
Semenov lands a heavy shot. That's hurt Solade! Semenov sees the opportunity and turns up the heat - strike after strike land to the defenseless Solade and the ref dives in to save him! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
A victorious Kirill Semenov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
KIFC 93-
Date: Jun 23, 2023 |
#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Pappalardi as Semenov shoots in.
Pappalardi lands a body shot.
Semenov misses with a takedown attempt
and Pappalardi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pappalardi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Semenov tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Pappalardi defends well and Semenov ends up having to push Pappalardi into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kirill Semenov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Semenov tries for a takedown. No joy.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Pappalardi.#BC2#
Pappalardi breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Semenov tries for a takedown but Pappalardi circles away easily
and Pappalardi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Semenov has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Pappalardi counters with a nice right hand that sends Semenov toppling to the canvas! Semenov scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Pappalardi finish him?!#ROC2#Semenov is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Kirill Semenov has been cut.
Semenov is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pappalardi lands an uppercut out of nowhere! Semenov falls backwards - clearly groggy! Pappalardi dives in and finishes the fight with more strikes for a TKO finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Felix Pappalardi!
Felix Pappalardi is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Felix Pappalardi, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
KIFC 83
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
#R1#
Semenov misses with a takedown
and Jang Jai counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#It looks like Kirill Semenov has been cut.
Jang Jai stuffs the takedown.
It looked like Jang Jai was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Semenov.#TD2#
Semenov dives in and scores a takedown into Jang Jai's guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Semenov working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Jang Jai not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jang Jai preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jang Jai pulls Semenov in close to his closed guard and prevents Semenov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Semenov pushing down on Jang Jai's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Jang Jai is in trouble now - Semenov has advanced to mount!
Jang Jai tries to lock up and control but Semenov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Semenov unloading with bombs!
Jang Jai in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Jang Jai knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Semenov on the ground.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Semenov breaks from Jang Jai's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Semenov working the ground and pound effectively.
Semenov breaks from Jang Jai's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T1#
Jang Jai in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Semenov cracks Jang Jai with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
The referee warns Jang Jai that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Semenov landing strikes, looking to finish!
A nice elbow there by Semenov.
Semenov lands a nice shot to the head.
Semenov with a couple of short strikes.
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!
Jang Jai tries to lock up and control but Semenov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Semenov working Jang Jai over with strikes here.
Semenov landing strikes from the mount and Jang Jai is in trouble!
Semenov raining down shots from the mount!#ROC2#Jang Jai is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jang Jai takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Semenov's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
Kirill Semenov is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Kirill Semenov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
KIFC 66
Date: May 14, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Semenov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Stoll to the ground. Semenov is now in Stoll's guard.
Semenov looking to pass the guard.
Stoll looking to hit a scissor sweep but Semenov is one step ahead there.
Stoll is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Semenov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Stoll keeping full guard, as Semenov tries to pass. #SUB2#
Stoll is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Semenov is aware though and is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Semenov postures up and lands a big shot to Stoll's brow.
Semenov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Stoll swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Stoll controls Semenov momentarily but Semenov frees himself.
Stoll avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Semenov is looking to advance position but Stoll has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Semenov wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.
Stoll controlling well, preventing Semenov from escaping the position.
Stoll looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Semenov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Stoll is pressing down on Semenov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Semenov is holding on for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Semenov wants to get back to full guard.
Stoll is pressing down on Semenov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Semenov is holding on for now.
Semenov tries to roll over but Stoll keeps him under control.
Semenov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Semenov.
Semenov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Semenov keeping moving, preventing Stoll from controlling successfully. #T2#
Stoll stopping the sweep attempt from Semenov.
Stoll trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Semenov 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.#SU2#
Stoll stands up from Semenov's guard - Stoll perhaps looking for a knockout.
Semenov shoots in for a takedown but Stoll shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Stoll on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Stoll throws a shot to the body.
Stoll throws a shot from downtown. Semenov moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Semenov closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stoll avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Semenov. #T3#
Stoll is looking for a sweep. Semenov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Semenov working over Stoll with some ground and pound. Stoll looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Semenov working Stoll over with strikes.
Semenov slips a nice elbow through Stoll's hands, connecting with Stoll's forehead.
Stoll taking some punishment here, with Semenov in his half guard.
Semenov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Semenov is looking to advance position but Stoll won't allow it.
Stoll trying to hold on to Semenov's head to control him but Semenov postures up.
Semenov drops an elbow to the side of Stoll's head.
Stoll tries to get to full guard but Semenov has control of the leg.
Semenov sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Stoll defending well though.
Stoll is trying to get back to full guard.
Semenov takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T4#
Stoll has hold of Semenov's hands but Semenov slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Stoll tries to get to full guard but Semenov has control of the leg.
Semenov working the head and body with strikes.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Semenov connects with a nice short shot to Stoll's temple.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Semenov looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Semenov is nestled in close to Stoll, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Semenov drops an elbow to the side of Stoll's head.
Ground and pound from Semenov.
Semenov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Stoll is looking for a sweep. Semenov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Stoll looks winded!
Ground and pound from Semenov.
Semenov is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Semenov advances position into side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kirill Semenov dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Semenov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Stoll.#TD#
Semenov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Stoll did well to prevent Semenov getting side control.
Stoll is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Semenov scores with a couple of nice shots.
Semenov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Semenov works his foot free and advances to mount.
Stoll working to try and regain half guard.
Stoll in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Kirill Semenov overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Semenov unloading with bombs!#ROC#Stoll is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Semenov looking to finish Stoll with some ground and pound. This is bad for Stoll!
Stoll is still in real trouble! Can Semenov finish him?
Stoll takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Semenov's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
Our winner, Kirill Semenov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 09, 2023 |
#R1##TD2#
Semenov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Dillinger to the mat! Dillinger manages to get full guard.
Semenov is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Semenov scoring with some ground and pound.
Semenov lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ROC2#Dillinger is rocked!
Semenov arches his back and unloads with a massive left and a right! Dillinger's eyes roll back into his head, he's out cold! The ref dives in to stop the fight - wow, they were hard shots!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
Our winner, Kirill Semenov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 05, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Maseki gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Semenov cracks Maseki with a solid left hand.
Maseki keeping full guard, as Semenov tries to pass.
Semenov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Semenov passes into half guard.
Semenov working the head and body with strikes.
Semenov landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Semenov moves nicely into side control.
Maseki is trying to control Semenov's posture but Semenov avoids it.
Semenov lands a few punches from side control.#CUT#It looks like Nelson Maseki has been cut.
Semenov scoring with punches from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Semenov is chipping away with strikes.
#ROC#Maseki is rocked!#CUT#The cut above Nelson Maseki's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Semenov crunches a massive hammerfist down on Maseki - he's out! Semenov Holds back on further strikes and jumps to his feet to celebrate with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
During a confident post fight interview, Kirill Semenov thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Collins gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Semenov to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Collins is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Semenov pushes down on Collins's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Semenov stops Collins from getting back to his feet.
Semenov lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Collins pushes Semenov off looking to stand but Semenov dives back in and keeps control.
Semenov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Collins can do anything to dispel that myth.
Collins is looking to escape.
Semenov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Semenov seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Semenov drops an elbow to the side of Collins's head.
Semenov lands with a punch from half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Semenov working Collins over with strikes.
Semenov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Collins!
Semenov with a couple of short strikes.#ROC#Collins is rocked!
Oooh a big shot lands for Semenov! Collins is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
Our winner, Kirill Semenov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2023 |
#R1##TD#
Semenov closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Olson to the mat! Olson manages to get full guard.
Semenov landing some decent shots from guard.
Semenov wants to pass the guard but Olson is keeping the position.
Semenov is working hard here to advance position.
Semenov won't allow Olson to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Olson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Olson can't keep his opponent in guard - Semenov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Semenov working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Semenov lands with a punch from half guard.
Ground and pound from Semenov.
Semenov wants to pass to mount but Olson is defending the position.
Semenov is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Semenov scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#ROC#Olson is rocked!#T1#
Semenov lands a big elbow - Olson is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Semenov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kirill Semenov!
Our winner, Kirill Semenov, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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