Post by The Sandman on Jun 29, 2022 18:28:47 GMT -5
Alexander Volkov doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
Mark Kerr looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
Mark Kerr comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Solberg and Kerr move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Solberg and Kerr circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:20 in the 1 round
Solberg avoids a dangerous strike from Kerr
and counters with a solid straight!
Tremendous strikes from Solberg!
Some big punches are landing!
Solberg wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Kerr doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov attempts to trap Mark Kerr in his guard.
Mark Kerr keeps control and remains in side mount.
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Solberg tries to show some ground skills
Kerr uses his strength to keep Kerr at a disadvantage
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr looks to mount Alexander Volkov...
Alexander Volkov takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Kerr is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Solberg's ribs.
Solberg is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Kerr moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Kerr misses a step and Alexander Volkov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Solberg tries to close his guard around Kerr
He succeeds!
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Kerr is in closed guard... Solberg tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Kerr!
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Alexander Volkov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Solberg blocks them effectively.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr is taking this opportunity to rest.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Solberg moves backwards and Mark Kerr is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Kerr and Solberg are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
The two exchange wildly
Solberg is connecting with a few punches
Alexander Volkov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
Brilliant combination from Alexander Volkov
Kerr is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Kerr grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Alexander Volkov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Kerr pulls his arm out of danger.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Alexander Volkov is cooling the fight on the ground
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Solberg launches a few weak punches
Kerr blocks them effectively.
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Nice beating Mark Kerr has received.
Pitty-pat punches from Kerr
Alexander Volkov doesn't flinch.
Solberg tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Solberg tries to close his guard around Kerr
He is not able to do it
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr attempts a sweep single...
Mark Kerr catches Alexander Volkov's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Kerr.
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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Bone shattering straight right hand from Alexander Volkov!
Kerr is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Kerr's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Kerr fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexander Volkov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Kerr tries to jump to side mount.
Alexander Volkov jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Kerr's ribs.
Kerr blocks Alexander Volkov's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Poorly executed technique. Mark Kerr looks to counter!
Kerr tries to stand up!
Solberg doesn't allow him!
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Volkov fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Kerr breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to close the guard.
Kerr put Alexander Volkov in closed guard.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to posture up and open Mark Kerr's guard...
Alexander Volkov forces Mark Kerr to open his guard.
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Solberg is getting frustrated here.
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Kerr tries to close his guard around Solberg
He succeeds!
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Solberg's ribs.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to posture up and open Mark Kerr's guard...
Alexander Volkov forces Mark Kerr to open his guard.
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Kerr tries to close his guard around Solberg
He is not able to do it
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Mark Kerr is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Kerr tries to close his guard around Solberg
He succeeds!
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Deep breaths from Mark Kerr who tries a hammer punch to Solberg's ribs.
That hit Solberg who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is in closed guard... Kerr tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Alexander Volkov!
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Kerr in his guard...
Alexander Volkov gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Deep breaths from Alexander Volkov who tries a hammer punch to Kerr's ribs.
That hit Kerr who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Kerr is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Alexander Volkov tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Kerr in his guard...
Mark Kerr rolls him over and takes his back!
Kerr is in rear mount over Solberg
Solberg has Kerr controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Solberg manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along Kerr
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Solberg pushes Mark Kerr and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
A left hook from Solberg
grazes the chin of Kerr.
Nice punches from Alexander Volkov.
Kerr staggers backwards. Solberg wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Kerr's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Solberg moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to Kerr's thigh!
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Mark Kerr moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Mark Kerr!
Solberg ducks under...
Mark Kerr gets sloppy and Alexander Volkov tries to take advantage...
Solberg launches a furious low kick!
Kerr receives a hard blow on his left leg!
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Kerr moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Solberg with a double overhooks!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Solberg.
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Round 3
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Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Solberg is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Solberg tries to close his guard around Kerr
He succeeds!
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Kerr is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Kerr is in closed guard... Solberg tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Kerr!
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Alexander Volkov doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Kerr's ribs.
Kerr is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Mark Kerr gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Alexander Volkov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Mark Kerr shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Volkov sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Solberg is holding Mark Kerr's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Kerr loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to show some ground skills
Solberg uses his strength to keep Solberg at a disadvantage
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Solberg's ribs.
Solberg ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to show some ground skills
Solberg uses his strength to keep Solberg at a disadvantage
Mark Kerr gets sloppy and Alexander Volkov tries to take advantage...
Alexander Volkov throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr attempts to trap Alexander Volkov in his guard.
Alexander Volkov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Deep breaths from Mark Kerr who tries a hammer punch to Solberg's ribs.
That hit Solberg who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Solberg's ribs.
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Deep breaths from Mark Kerr who tries a hammer punch to Solberg's ribs.
That hit Solberg who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr attempts to trap Alexander Volkov in his guard.
Alexander Volkov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to mount Mark Kerr...
Alexander Volkov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Volkov controls the situation despite Mark Kerr efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Mark Kerr creates enough space to control Alexander Volkov's leg.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Solberg blocks them effectively.
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to close the guard.
Kerr put Alexander Volkov in closed guard.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is in closed guard... Kerr tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Volkov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is in closed guard... Kerr tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Alexander Volkov!
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr tries to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Volkov tries to roll on the ground...
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg tries to escape from the closed guard
Solberg succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Nice beating Mark Kerr has received.
Kerr studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Mark Kerr attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Volkov was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Solberg is trying to counter now!
Solberg throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr looks to pass to mount...
Kerr slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Alexander Volkov.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Solberg tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Mark Kerr doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr tries to better his position on the ground...
Kerr is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr launches a few punches to Solberg
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Solberg blocks them effectively.
Kerr clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Volkov to fight back!
Alexander Volkov positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Kerr's abdomen
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll on the ground...
Solberg knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll on the ground...
Solberg knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Mark Kerr gets sloppy and Alexander Volkov tries to take advantage...
Alexander Volkov launches a few punches to Kerr
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov tries to better his position on the ground...
Solberg is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexander Volkov is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to mount Mark Kerr...
Alexander Volkov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:45 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Volkov controls the situation despite Mark Kerr efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov tries to better his position on the ground...
Solberg is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Alexander Volkov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov shows great balance while pushing away Mark Kerr
Solberg tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Volkov fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Kerr's chin
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Solberg and Kerr circle around the center of the cage.
Crisp uppercut by Solberg followed by a hard jab
Mark Kerr stumbles back.
Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Alexander Volkov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Solberg launches a furious low kick!
Kerr receives a hard blow on his left leg!
Kerr studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Kerr studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Kerr fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Solberg sprawls and remains on his feet.
Solberg tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good front kick from Solberg!
Kerr stumbles backwards after that one!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for Kerr, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 5
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Mark Kerr fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov shows great balance while pushing away Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Volkov jumps back and jabs
Kerr seems staggered and Alexander Volkov runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Mark Kerr shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Volkov sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Alexander Volkov has punished Kerr very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Mark Kerr fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:30 in the 5 round
Kerr throws a body kick.
Blocked by Solberg.
Solberg is trying to counter now!
Several good body shots
land on Kerr.
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Alexander Volkov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:50 in the 5 round
Mark Kerr takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Solberg looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Mark Kerr's punches
Kerr is on the receiving end of a great combo by Solberg.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Mark Kerr tries a hook to the body
but Solberg manages to dodge it
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Solberg throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kerr steps backwards away from Alexander Volkov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Brilliant combination from Mark Kerr
Solberg is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Volkov looks to counter!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Alexander Volkov!
Kerr is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Kerr's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Kerr grabs Alexander Volkov
Solberg shakes him off.
Kerr clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Volkov to fight back!
Alexander Volkov tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Volkov who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Alexander Volkov pushes away Kerr trying to keep the fight at striking range
Kerr stumbles backwards and Alexander Volkov circles to get the center of the cage
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Solberg steps backwards away from Mark Kerr. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Alexander Volkov has punished Kerr very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Mark Kerr fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Solberg launches a hook to the body
Bang! Kerr stops that one with his ribs!
Mark Kerr takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Alexander Volkov just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Kerr may be in trouble!
The clock says 4:50 in the 5 round
Solid jabs from Mark Kerr.
Solberg defends.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Mark Kerr has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Alexander Volkov by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Alexander Volkov
Punches 36/47 (77%)
Kicks 6/6 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 9/22 (41%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 776 s
Statistics: Mark Kerr
Punches 3/17 (18%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/1 (600%)
GnP strikes 14/30 (47%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 776 s
A pretty even fight, actually. Not sure if that was from being even, or from both lacking high-level development. But regardless of stats, it never felt like one guy dominated at any point in time.
Mark Kerr looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
Mark Kerr comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Solberg and Kerr move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Solberg and Kerr circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:20 in the 1 round
Solberg avoids a dangerous strike from Kerr
and counters with a solid straight!
Tremendous strikes from Solberg!
Some big punches are landing!
Solberg wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Kerr doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov attempts to trap Mark Kerr in his guard.
Mark Kerr keeps control and remains in side mount.
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Solberg tries to show some ground skills
Kerr uses his strength to keep Kerr at a disadvantage
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr looks to mount Alexander Volkov...
Alexander Volkov takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Kerr is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Solberg's ribs.
Solberg is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Kerr moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Kerr misses a step and Alexander Volkov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Solberg tries to close his guard around Kerr
He succeeds!
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Kerr is in closed guard... Solberg tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Kerr!
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Alexander Volkov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Solberg blocks them effectively.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr is taking this opportunity to rest.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Solberg moves backwards and Mark Kerr is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Kerr and Solberg are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
The two exchange wildly
Solberg is connecting with a few punches
Alexander Volkov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
Brilliant combination from Alexander Volkov
Kerr is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Kerr grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Alexander Volkov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Kerr pulls his arm out of danger.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Alexander Volkov is cooling the fight on the ground
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Solberg launches a few weak punches
Kerr blocks them effectively.
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Nice beating Mark Kerr has received.
Pitty-pat punches from Kerr
Alexander Volkov doesn't flinch.
Solberg tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Solberg tries to close his guard around Kerr
He is not able to do it
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Mark Kerr attempts a sweep single...
Mark Kerr catches Alexander Volkov's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Kerr.
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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Bone shattering straight right hand from Alexander Volkov!
Kerr is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Kerr's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Kerr fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexander Volkov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Kerr tries to jump to side mount.
Alexander Volkov jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Kerr's ribs.
Kerr blocks Alexander Volkov's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Poorly executed technique. Mark Kerr looks to counter!
Kerr tries to stand up!
Solberg doesn't allow him!
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Volkov fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Kerr breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to close the guard.
Kerr put Alexander Volkov in closed guard.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to posture up and open Mark Kerr's guard...
Alexander Volkov forces Mark Kerr to open his guard.
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Solberg is getting frustrated here.
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Kerr tries to close his guard around Solberg
He succeeds!
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Solberg's ribs.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to posture up and open Mark Kerr's guard...
Alexander Volkov forces Mark Kerr to open his guard.
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Kerr tries to close his guard around Solberg
He is not able to do it
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Mark Kerr is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexander Volkov is in open guard over Kerr
Kerr tries to close his guard around Solberg
He succeeds!
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Deep breaths from Mark Kerr who tries a hammer punch to Solberg's ribs.
That hit Solberg who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is in closed guard... Kerr tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Alexander Volkov!
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Kerr in his guard...
Alexander Volkov gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Deep breaths from Alexander Volkov who tries a hammer punch to Kerr's ribs.
That hit Kerr who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Kerr is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Alexander Volkov tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Kerr in his guard...
Mark Kerr rolls him over and takes his back!
Kerr is in rear mount over Solberg
Solberg has Kerr controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Solberg manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along Kerr
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Solberg pushes Mark Kerr and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
A left hook from Solberg
grazes the chin of Kerr.
Nice punches from Alexander Volkov.
Kerr staggers backwards. Solberg wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Kerr's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Solberg moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to Kerr's thigh!
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Mark Kerr moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Mark Kerr!
Solberg ducks under...
Mark Kerr gets sloppy and Alexander Volkov tries to take advantage...
Solberg launches a furious low kick!
Kerr receives a hard blow on his left leg!
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Kerr moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Solberg with a double overhooks!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Solberg.
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Round 3
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Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Solberg is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Mark Kerr is in open guard over Solberg
Solberg tries to close his guard around Kerr
He succeeds!
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Kerr is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Mark Kerr is in closed guard over Solberg
Kerr is in closed guard... Solberg tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Kerr!
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Alexander Volkov doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Kerr's ribs.
Kerr is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Mark Kerr gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Alexander Volkov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Mark Kerr shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Volkov sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Solberg is holding Mark Kerr's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Kerr loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to show some ground skills
Solberg uses his strength to keep Solberg at a disadvantage
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Solberg's ribs.
Solberg ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to show some ground skills
Solberg uses his strength to keep Solberg at a disadvantage
Mark Kerr gets sloppy and Alexander Volkov tries to take advantage...
Alexander Volkov throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr attempts to trap Alexander Volkov in his guard.
Alexander Volkov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Deep breaths from Mark Kerr who tries a hammer punch to Solberg's ribs.
That hit Solberg who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Solberg's ribs.
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Deep breaths from Mark Kerr who tries a hammer punch to Solberg's ribs.
That hit Solberg who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr attempts to trap Alexander Volkov in his guard.
Alexander Volkov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to mount Mark Kerr...
Alexander Volkov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Volkov controls the situation despite Mark Kerr efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Mark Kerr creates enough space to control Alexander Volkov's leg.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Solberg blocks them effectively.
Alexander Volkov is in half guard over Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to close the guard.
Kerr put Alexander Volkov in closed guard.
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is in closed guard... Kerr tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Volkov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg is in closed guard... Kerr tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Alexander Volkov!
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr tries to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Volkov tries to roll on the ground...
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Solberg tries to escape from the closed guard
Solberg succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Nice beating Mark Kerr has received.
Kerr studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Mark Kerr attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Volkov was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Solberg is trying to counter now!
Solberg throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Mark Kerr is in side mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr looks to pass to mount...
Kerr slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Alexander Volkov.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Solberg tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Mark Kerr doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr tries to better his position on the ground...
Kerr is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Mark Kerr launches a few punches to Solberg
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Mark Kerr is in full mount over Alexander Volkov
Alexander Volkov tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in closed guard over Kerr
Kerr launches a few weak punches
Solberg blocks them effectively.
Kerr clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Volkov to fight back!
Alexander Volkov positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Kerr's abdomen
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll on the ground...
Solberg knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll on the ground...
Solberg knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Mark Kerr gets sloppy and Alexander Volkov tries to take advantage...
Alexander Volkov launches a few punches to Kerr
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov tries to better his position on the ground...
Solberg is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Kerr tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexander Volkov is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Alexander Volkov is in side mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov looks to mount Mark Kerr...
Alexander Volkov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:45 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Solberg tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Volkov controls the situation despite Mark Kerr efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Alexander Volkov tries to better his position on the ground...
Solberg is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkov is in full mount over Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkov in his guard...
Alexander Volkov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Maracana Stadium (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov shows great balance while pushing away Mark Kerr
Solberg tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Volkov fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Kerr's chin
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Solberg and Kerr circle around the center of the cage.
Crisp uppercut by Solberg followed by a hard jab
Mark Kerr stumbles back.
Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Alexander Volkov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Solberg launches a furious low kick!
Kerr receives a hard blow on his left leg!
Kerr studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Kerr studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Kerr fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Solberg sprawls and remains on his feet.
Solberg tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good front kick from Solberg!
Kerr stumbles backwards after that one!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for Kerr, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 5
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Mark Kerr fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kerr is holding Alexander Volkov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Volkov shows great balance while pushing away Mark Kerr
Mark Kerr goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Volkov jumps back and jabs
Kerr seems staggered and Alexander Volkov runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Mark Kerr shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Volkov sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Alexander Volkov has punished Kerr very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Mark Kerr fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:30 in the 5 round
Kerr throws a body kick.
Blocked by Solberg.
Solberg is trying to counter now!
Several good body shots
land on Kerr.
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Alexander Volkov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:50 in the 5 round
Mark Kerr takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Solberg looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Mark Kerr's punches
Kerr is on the receiving end of a great combo by Solberg.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Mark Kerr tries a hook to the body
but Solberg manages to dodge it
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Solberg throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kerr steps backwards away from Alexander Volkov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Brilliant combination from Mark Kerr
Solberg is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Volkov looks to counter!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Alexander Volkov!
Kerr is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Kerr's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Mark Kerr tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Kerr grabs Alexander Volkov
Solberg shakes him off.
Kerr clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Volkov to fight back!
Alexander Volkov tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Volkov who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Alexander Volkov pushes away Kerr trying to keep the fight at striking range
Kerr stumbles backwards and Alexander Volkov circles to get the center of the cage
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Solberg steps backwards away from Mark Kerr. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Alexander Volkov has punished Kerr very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Mark Kerr fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Solberg launches a hook to the body
Bang! Kerr stops that one with his ribs!
Mark Kerr takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Mark Kerr is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Alexander Volkov just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Kerr may be in trouble!
The clock says 4:50 in the 5 round
Solid jabs from Mark Kerr.
Solberg defends.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Mark Kerr has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Alexander Volkov by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Alexander Volkov
Punches 36/47 (77%)
Kicks 6/6 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 9/22 (41%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 776 s
Statistics: Mark Kerr
Punches 3/17 (18%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/1 (600%)
GnP strikes 14/30 (47%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 776 s
A pretty even fight, actually. Not sure if that was from being even, or from both lacking high-level development. But regardless of stats, it never felt like one guy dominated at any point in time.
