Post by The Sandman on Aug 27, 2021 16:58:47 GMT -5
Sergei Kharitonov is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
Oleg Taktarov shifts back and forth nervously.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Oleg Taktarov catches Sergei Kharitonov's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Russian Bear.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is getting frustrated here.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Kharitonov misses a step and Oleg Taktarov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Russian Bear tries to escape from the closed guard
Russian Bear succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) is cheering him!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov is taking this opportunity to rest.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to turn away and scramble out. Oleg Taktarov takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
Crippling lock!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
He can't lock it up. Sergei Kharitonov spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Russian Bear grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in open guard over Kharitonov... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
Punishing hold!
Kharitonov rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kharitonov climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Kharitonov launches a kick to Russian Bear's thigh
Russian Bear checks that kick!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Kharitonov is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to Kharitonov's mid-section, he seems hurt
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear tries to move to full mount
Russian Bear succeeds
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Oleg Taktarov pushes Sergei Kharitonov down and prevents his attempts to escape
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Russian Bear is locking that Armbar...
Kharitonov breaks the lock showing some skills...
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov launches a few punches to Russian Bear's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Russian Bear tries to cover his face,
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Sergei Kharitonov moves to half guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Sergei Kharitonov is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to close the guard.
Kharitonov put Oleg Taktarov in closed guard.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Kharitonov throws a few hammer fists to the face of Oleg Taktarov
Solid shots!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to escape from the full mount...
Sergei Kharitonov is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Sergei Kharitonov looks to mount Oleg Taktarov...
Sergei Kharitonov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Sergei Kharitonov rolls Oleg Taktarov to his stomach and takes his back!
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Sergei Kharitonov is cooling the fight on the ground
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries to move on the ground and shows Sergei Kharitonov a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Russian Bear's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Russian Bear's Forehead is beginning to swell
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has given his back to Sergei Kharitonov who is trying to get one hook in!
Russian Bear struggles in the ground trying to break Kharitonov's control
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Kharitonov tries to get a hook in!
Russian Bear rolls on the ground and manages to get a half guard!
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 2
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Nice punch by Sergei Kharitonov
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Every time Oleg Taktarov attempts to get inside
Kharitonov fires a low kick.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
The two exchange wildly
Kharitonov is connecting with a few punches
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
surprises Russian Bear!
Every time Oleg Taktarov attempts to get inside
Kharitonov misses with a low kick.
Sergei Kharitonov gets sloppy and Oleg Taktarov tries to take advantage...
Oleg Taktarov fires an unorthodox punch to Kharitonov's torso
that goes wide.
Sergei Kharitonov chases Russian Bear and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Russian Bear steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Right cheek
Sergei Kharitonov tries a hook to the body
and hits Russian Bear ribs hard
Oleg Taktarov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Russian Bear is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Russian Bear and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
Russian Bear steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Oleg Taktarov and Kharitonov engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Sergei Kharitonov is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Sergei Kharitonov is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Sergei Kharitonov has found an opening in the defense of Russian Bear, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Russian Bear is wobbling!
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Sergei Kharitonov goes with a looping right hand while Oleg Taktarov jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Russian Bear seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Nose
A wicked punch by Sergei Kharitonov
rocks Russian Bear!
Kharitonov is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Russian Bear's jaw!
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from Russian Bear
and counters with a solid straight!
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Russian Bear fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Sergei Kharitonov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear tries to escape from the closed guard
Oleg Taktarov any adventage in the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Oleg Taktarov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard...
Sergei Kharitonov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Kharitonov tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Sergei Kharitonov controls the situation despite Oleg Taktarov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Kharitonov's moves.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard...
Sergei Kharitonov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Sergei Kharitonov rolls Oleg Taktarov to his stomach and takes his back!
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has Kharitonov controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Kharitonov is unable to move under Russian Bear control.
Russian Bear misses a step and Sergei Kharitonov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kharitonov throws a few hammer fists to the face of Oleg Taktarov
Blocked by Russian Bear.
Mario Yamasaki 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 3
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Kharitonov moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Russian Bear follows Sergei Kharitonov
only to get counter punched in a big way! Russian Bear needs to stop playing Sergei Kharitonov's game or he'll get knocked out!
Sergei Kharitonov chases Russian Bear and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Russian Bear steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Right cheek
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
surprises Russian Bear!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Tremendous strikes from Kharitonov!
Some big punches are landing!
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Chin
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Kharitonov is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Oleg Taktarov throws a combo
Sergei Kharitonov ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Russian Bear swings again, only to get countered once more! Russian Bear is looking bad here!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Kharitonov steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Kharitonov steps backwards away from Oleg Taktarov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
A furious flurry of punches from Sergei Kharitonov
puts Russian Bear in a world of hurt!
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear launches a hook to the body
Sergei Kharitonov moves aside looking for a counter...
Kharitonov is trying to counter now!
Oleg Taktarov paws at Kharitonov.
Kharitonov answers with solid punches!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Left eye
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
makes Russian Bear stumble back!
Nice low kick from Kharitonov
Loud pop!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Sergei Kharitonov goes with a looping right hand while Oleg Taktarov jumps back and jabs
Russian Bear seems staggered and Sergei Kharitonov runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Russian Bear hyper-extended his left leg
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Oleg Taktarov launches a body shot
Kharitonov dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
Sergei Kharitonov swings...
hard impact to Russian Bear's face!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Russian Bear blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Oleg Taktarov's cheek! Russian Bear stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Sergei Kharitonov creates space and allows Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Russian Bear climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov shows great balance while pushing away Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Several good body shots
land on Russian Bear.
Hard blow to Russian Bear's mid-section, he seems hurt
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Sergei Kharitonov tries a hook to the body
and hits Russian Bear ribs hard
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Russian Bear is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov shows great balance while pushing away Oleg Taktarov
Kharitonov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Sergei Kharitonov charges at Russian Bear throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Russian Bear is rocked!
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov burned himself out. I don't think he has any gas left in the tank.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a rapid series of punches
taking Russian Bear from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
You have to give that round to Sergei Kharitonov.
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Round 4
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Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shovel hook by Sergei Kharitonov
tags Russian Bear.
Russian Bear's Right eye is beginning to swell
The two exchange wildly
Kharitonov is connecting with a few punches
Bone shattering straight left hand from Sergei Kharitonov!
Russian Bear is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Right cheek
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Kharitonov.
It looks like Russian Bear was hit by a bus!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Oleg Taktarov launches a body shot
Kharitonov dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
Russian Bear's Right eye is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Russian Bear cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Kharitonov can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Russian Bear blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Oleg Taktarov's cheek! Russian Bear stumbles and the falls to the mat!
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Kharitonov moves backwards and gestures for Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Kharitonov showing excellent timing, blasts Oleg Taktarov with a right hand.
Great hook by Sergei Kharitonov! Oleg Taktarov is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Kharitonov launches a kick to Russian Bear's thigh
Loud pop!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov creates space and allows Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov charges at Russian Bear throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Russian Bear is rocked!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Sergei Kharitonov moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
Russian Bear stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Sergei Kharitonov is coming in again!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Mouth
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Oleg Taktarov shoots for a double leg takedown!
Sergei Kharitonov sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov and Russian Bear engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Sergei Kharitonov goes with a looping right hand while Oleg Taktarov jumps back and jabs
Kharitonov only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov throws a looping left hand...
That lands on Russian Bear's chin! That stops Russian Bear in his tracks!
Russian Bear's Right eye is beginning to swell
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Oleg Taktarov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear steps backwards away from Sergei Kharitonov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Kharitonov is breathing hard. He is exhausted and the fight will be very complicated for him now on.
Kharitonov moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Sergei Kharitonov's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Russian Bear decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Russian Bear moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
An overhand right from Sergei Kharitonov that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Russian Bear's stops that one with his face! How is Russian Bear standing?!
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Sergei Kharitonov was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear leads with a punch
Sergei Kharitonov avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
A furious flurry of punches from Sergei Kharitonov
puts Russian Bear in a world of hurt!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Left eye
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
A furious flurry of punches from Sergei Kharitonov
puts Russian Bear in a world of hurt!
Russian Bear's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Oleg Taktarov moves forward looking for some grappling action
Kharitonov pushes his opponent and keep the fight at striking range
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Oleg Taktarov! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Sergei Kharitonov can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Surprise roundhouse punch by Kharitonov.
It looks like Russian Bear was hit by a bus!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Forehead
That punishment by Sergei Kharitonov has left Russian Bear staggered! Sergei Kharitonov should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
Kharitonov looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Kharitonov feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Russian Bear's Chin is beginning to swell
Russian Bear seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov's mind is definitely in the fight, Russian Bear just got nailed! Sergei Kharitonov saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Russian Bear is going to have a headache after this one.
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Chin
Russian Bear seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Kharitonov pushes Oleg Taktarov and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov has punished Kharitonov very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a rapid series of punches
taking Russian Bear from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
Russian Bear's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That punishment by Sergei Kharitonov has left Russian Bear staggered! Sergei Kharitonov should try push forward now and finish this!
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Kharitonov steps backwards away from Oleg Taktarov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov charges at Russian Bear throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Russian Bear is rocked!
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Right eye
That punishment by Sergei Kharitonov has left Russian Bear staggered! Sergei Kharitonov should try push forward now and finish this!
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Russian Bear seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov chases Russian Bear and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Russian Bear steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Russian Bear's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Superb haymaker by Kharitonov
that lands on Russian Bear's face like a cannon ball!
Russian Bear crumples to the mat and Kharitonov moves in to finish him. The referee jumps in and stops the fight!
Winner is Sergei Kharitonov by KO (Haymaker) at 3:45 Round 5
Statistics: Sergei Kharitonov
Punches 117/147 (80%)
Kicks 5/8 (62%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 9/14 (64%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 328 s
Statistics: Oleg Taktarov
Punches 8/25 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/8 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 384 s
*****Sergei Kharitonov has broken the record of most damage caused in a fight
Kharitonov absolutely dominated this fight. He would have done more damage, or got a quicker finish, but he became exhausted. Taktarov was also too tired to take advantage of that, so he remained a punching bag for about 10 more excruciating minutes of tired-domination.
Oleg Taktarov shifts back and forth nervously.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Oleg Taktarov catches Sergei Kharitonov's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Russian Bear.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is getting frustrated here.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Kharitonov misses a step and Oleg Taktarov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Russian Bear tries to escape from the closed guard
Russian Bear succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) is cheering him!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov is taking this opportunity to rest.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to turn away and scramble out. Oleg Taktarov takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
Crippling lock!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
He can't lock it up. Sergei Kharitonov spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Russian Bear grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in open guard over Kharitonov... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
Punishing hold!
Kharitonov rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kharitonov climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Kharitonov launches a kick to Russian Bear's thigh
Russian Bear checks that kick!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Kharitonov is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to Kharitonov's mid-section, he seems hurt
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear tries to move to full mount
Russian Bear succeeds
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Kharitonov is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Oleg Taktarov pushes Sergei Kharitonov down and prevents his attempts to escape
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Russian Bear is locking that Armbar...
Kharitonov breaks the lock showing some skills...
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov launches a few punches to Russian Bear's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Russian Bear tries to cover his face,
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Sergei Kharitonov moves to half guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Sergei Kharitonov is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to close the guard.
Kharitonov put Oleg Taktarov in closed guard.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Kharitonov throws a few hammer fists to the face of Oleg Taktarov
Solid shots!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to escape from the full mount...
Sergei Kharitonov is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Sergei Kharitonov looks to mount Oleg Taktarov...
Sergei Kharitonov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Sergei Kharitonov rolls Oleg Taktarov to his stomach and takes his back!
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Sergei Kharitonov is cooling the fight on the ground
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries to move on the ground and shows Sergei Kharitonov a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Russian Bear's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Russian Bear's Forehead is beginning to swell
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has given his back to Sergei Kharitonov who is trying to get one hook in!
Russian Bear struggles in the ground trying to break Kharitonov's control
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Kharitonov tries to get a hook in!
Russian Bear rolls on the ground and manages to get a half guard!
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 2
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Nice punch by Sergei Kharitonov
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Every time Oleg Taktarov attempts to get inside
Kharitonov fires a low kick.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
The two exchange wildly
Kharitonov is connecting with a few punches
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
surprises Russian Bear!
Every time Oleg Taktarov attempts to get inside
Kharitonov misses with a low kick.
Sergei Kharitonov gets sloppy and Oleg Taktarov tries to take advantage...
Oleg Taktarov fires an unorthodox punch to Kharitonov's torso
that goes wide.
Sergei Kharitonov chases Russian Bear and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Russian Bear steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Right cheek
Sergei Kharitonov tries a hook to the body
and hits Russian Bear ribs hard
Oleg Taktarov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Russian Bear is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Russian Bear and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
Russian Bear steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Oleg Taktarov and Kharitonov engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Sergei Kharitonov is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Sergei Kharitonov is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Sergei Kharitonov has found an opening in the defense of Russian Bear, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Russian Bear is wobbling!
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Sergei Kharitonov goes with a looping right hand while Oleg Taktarov jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Russian Bear seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Nose
A wicked punch by Sergei Kharitonov
rocks Russian Bear!
Kharitonov is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Russian Bear's jaw!
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from Russian Bear
and counters with a solid straight!
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Russian Bear fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Sergei Kharitonov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear tries to escape from the closed guard
Oleg Taktarov any adventage in the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Oleg Taktarov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Russian Bear is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard...
Sergei Kharitonov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Kharitonov tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Sergei Kharitonov controls the situation despite Oleg Taktarov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Kharitonov's moves.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard...
Sergei Kharitonov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Sergei Kharitonov rolls Oleg Taktarov to his stomach and takes his back!
Kharitonov is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has Kharitonov controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Kharitonov is unable to move under Russian Bear control.
Russian Bear misses a step and Sergei Kharitonov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kharitonov throws a few hammer fists to the face of Oleg Taktarov
Blocked by Russian Bear.
Mario Yamasaki 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 3
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Kharitonov moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Russian Bear follows Sergei Kharitonov
only to get counter punched in a big way! Russian Bear needs to stop playing Sergei Kharitonov's game or he'll get knocked out!
Sergei Kharitonov chases Russian Bear and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Russian Bear steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Right cheek
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
surprises Russian Bear!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Tremendous strikes from Kharitonov!
Some big punches are landing!
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Chin
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Kharitonov is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Oleg Taktarov throws a combo
Sergei Kharitonov ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Russian Bear swings again, only to get countered once more! Russian Bear is looking bad here!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Kharitonov steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Kharitonov steps backwards away from Oleg Taktarov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
A furious flurry of punches from Sergei Kharitonov
puts Russian Bear in a world of hurt!
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear launches a hook to the body
Sergei Kharitonov moves aside looking for a counter...
Kharitonov is trying to counter now!
Oleg Taktarov paws at Kharitonov.
Kharitonov answers with solid punches!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Left eye
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
makes Russian Bear stumble back!
Nice low kick from Kharitonov
Loud pop!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Sergei Kharitonov goes with a looping right hand while Oleg Taktarov jumps back and jabs
Russian Bear seems staggered and Sergei Kharitonov runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Russian Bear hyper-extended his left leg
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Oleg Taktarov launches a body shot
Kharitonov dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
Sergei Kharitonov swings...
hard impact to Russian Bear's face!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Russian Bear blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Oleg Taktarov's cheek! Russian Bear stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Sergei Kharitonov creates space and allows Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Russian Bear climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov shows great balance while pushing away Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Several good body shots
land on Russian Bear.
Hard blow to Russian Bear's mid-section, he seems hurt
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Sergei Kharitonov tries a hook to the body
and hits Russian Bear ribs hard
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Russian Bear is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov shows great balance while pushing away Oleg Taktarov
Kharitonov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Sergei Kharitonov charges at Russian Bear throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Russian Bear is rocked!
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov burned himself out. I don't think he has any gas left in the tank.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a rapid series of punches
taking Russian Bear from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
You have to give that round to Sergei Kharitonov.
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Round 4
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Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shovel hook by Sergei Kharitonov
tags Russian Bear.
Russian Bear's Right eye is beginning to swell
The two exchange wildly
Kharitonov is connecting with a few punches
Bone shattering straight left hand from Sergei Kharitonov!
Russian Bear is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Right cheek
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Kharitonov.
It looks like Russian Bear was hit by a bus!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Oleg Taktarov launches a body shot
Kharitonov dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
Russian Bear's Right eye is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Russian Bear cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Kharitonov can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Russian Bear blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Oleg Taktarov's cheek! Russian Bear stumbles and the falls to the mat!
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Kharitonov moves backwards and gestures for Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Kharitonov showing excellent timing, blasts Oleg Taktarov with a right hand.
Great hook by Sergei Kharitonov! Oleg Taktarov is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Kharitonov launches a kick to Russian Bear's thigh
Loud pop!
Kharitonov is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov creates space and allows Oleg Taktarov to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Oleg Taktarov is standing now.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov charges at Russian Bear throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Russian Bear is rocked!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Sergei Kharitonov moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
Russian Bear stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Sergei Kharitonov is coming in again!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Mouth
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Oleg Taktarov shoots for a double leg takedown!
Sergei Kharitonov sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov and Russian Bear engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Sergei Kharitonov goes with a looping right hand while Oleg Taktarov jumps back and jabs
Kharitonov only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov throws a looping left hand...
That lands on Russian Bear's chin! That stops Russian Bear in his tracks!
Russian Bear's Right eye is beginning to swell
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Oleg Taktarov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear steps backwards away from Sergei Kharitonov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Kharitonov is breathing hard. He is exhausted and the fight will be very complicated for him now on.
Kharitonov moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Russian Bear looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Sergei Kharitonov's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
Russian Bear decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Russian Bear moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
An overhand right from Sergei Kharitonov that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Russian Bear's stops that one with his face! How is Russian Bear standing?!
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Sergei Kharitonov was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Russian Bear leads with a punch
Sergei Kharitonov avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
A furious flurry of punches from Sergei Kharitonov
puts Russian Bear in a world of hurt!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Left eye
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
A furious flurry of punches from Sergei Kharitonov
puts Russian Bear in a world of hurt!
Russian Bear's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Oleg Taktarov moves forward looking for some grappling action
Kharitonov pushes his opponent and keep the fight at striking range
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Oleg Taktarov! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Sergei Kharitonov can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Surprise roundhouse punch by Kharitonov.
It looks like Russian Bear was hit by a bus!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Forehead
That punishment by Sergei Kharitonov has left Russian Bear staggered! Sergei Kharitonov should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
Kharitonov looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Kharitonov feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Russian Bear's Chin is beginning to swell
Russian Bear seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov's mind is definitely in the fight, Russian Bear just got nailed! Sergei Kharitonov saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Russian Bear is going to have a headache after this one.
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Chin
Russian Bear seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Kharitonov pushes Oleg Taktarov and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
You can see Russian Bear's blood making stains in the mat.
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Oleg Taktarov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov has punished Kharitonov very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a rapid series of punches
taking Russian Bear from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
Russian Bear's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That punishment by Sergei Kharitonov has left Russian Bear staggered! Sergei Kharitonov should try push forward now and finish this!
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Kharitonov steps backwards away from Oleg Taktarov. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Russian Bear doesn't stop bleeding.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Sergei Kharitonov charges at Russian Bear throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Russian Bear is rocked!
Russian Bear has a small cut in his Right eye
That punishment by Sergei Kharitonov has left Russian Bear staggered! Sergei Kharitonov should try push forward now and finish this!
Oleg Taktarov is a bloody mess!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Russian Bear seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Oleg Taktarov's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Sergei Kharitonov chases Russian Bear and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Russian Bear steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Russian Bear's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Oleg Taktarov seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Sergei Kharitonov!
Oleg Taktarov continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Superb haymaker by Kharitonov
that lands on Russian Bear's face like a cannon ball!
Russian Bear crumples to the mat and Kharitonov moves in to finish him. The referee jumps in and stops the fight!
Winner is Sergei Kharitonov by KO (Haymaker) at 3:45 Round 5
Statistics: Sergei Kharitonov
Punches 117/147 (80%)
Kicks 5/8 (62%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 9/14 (64%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 328 s
Statistics: Oleg Taktarov
Punches 8/25 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/8 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 384 s
*****Sergei Kharitonov has broken the record of most damage caused in a fight
Kharitonov absolutely dominated this fight. He would have done more damage, or got a quicker finish, but he became exhausted. Taktarov was also too tired to take advantage of that, so he remained a punching bag for about 10 more excruciating minutes of tired-domination.
