Post by The Sandman on Jan 8, 2022 1:41:43 GMT -5
Kharitonov enters the cage and this place seems about to burst! He may be sure the fans are with him today.
Sergei Kharitonov looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Masakatsu Funaki looks like he's feeling the pressure.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Sergei Kharitonov comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Sergei Kharitonov and Masakatsu Funaki touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Funaki studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Sergei Kharitonov!
Funaki is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Masakatsu Funaki tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Masakatsu Funaki tries to finish with a leg lock!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
Kharitonov hyper-extended his left leg
Punishing hold!
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Funaki is locking that leglock...
Kharitonov is able to break the lock.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Funaki moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov is cooling the fight on the ground
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
Funaki blocks those punches
Kharitonov misses a step and Masakatsu Funaki sees an opportunity to counter him!
Masakatsu Funaki pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Funaki jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Masakatsu Funaki is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Funaki's ribs.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to move to full guard
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to full guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov launches a few punches to Funaki's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Funaki tries to cover his face,
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Funaki
He succeeds!
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Masakatsu Funaki fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki hooks Kharitonov's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Sergei Kharitonov manages to kick Funaki away and scrambles on top!
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to jump to side mount.
Masakatsu Funaki closed his guard around Sergei Kharitonov.
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Funaki covers himself well
Kharitonov clumsily fails here and it's time for Masakatsu Funaki to fight back!
Masakatsu Funaki overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Crippling lock!
Kharitonov's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
That Shoulder Lock looks tight...
Kharitonov pulls his arm out of danger.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki sits up and gets an arm around Kharitonov's neck!
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki back to the ground.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
Sergei Kharitonov cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to full guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to escape from the closed guard
Sergei Kharitonov any adventage in the ground.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Funaki throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Sergei Kharitonov realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Masakatsu Funaki. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Masakatsu Funaki closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Funaki and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Sergei Kharitonov and Funaki engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Sergei Kharitonov is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Funaki studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Funaki moves backwards and Sergei Kharitonov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Funaki fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Sergei Kharitonov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki tries to finish with a leg lock!
That leglock from Masakatsu Funaki appears to be unbreakable
That leglock looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Kharitonov is able to break the lock.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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Masakatsu Funaki paws at Kharitonov.
Kharitonov answers with solid punches!
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Masakatsu Funaki tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Funaki
He succeeds!
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov throws a flurry of punches at Funaki...
A lot of them are hitting Funaki's face
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Masakatsu Funaki 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 Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki tries to roll on the ground...
Kharitonov knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Sergei Kharitonov doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki tries to roll on the ground...
Kharitonov knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki 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 Masakatsu Funaki
Kharitonov tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki 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 Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov looks to mount Masakatsu Funaki...
Masakatsu Funaki takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass to half guard...
Masakatsu Funaki can't prevent his opponent from passing. Kharitonov looks to work from half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to free his leg
Sergei Kharitonov uses some of his skill by jumping out of Funaki's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Masakatsu Funaki!
Kharitonov ducks under...
Funaki moves backwards and Sergei Kharitonov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Masakatsu Funaki is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Quick hook by Sergei Kharitonov
Good shot! Funaki has reasons to be worried.
Masakatsu Funaki 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
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Funaki
He succeeds!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
That hit Funaki who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki tries to roll on the ground...
Kharitonov knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Kharitonov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Sergei Kharitonov throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov launches a few punches to Funaki
Funaki holds Sergei Kharitonov's arms and blocks the punches!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Sergei Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki down and prevents his attempts to escape
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to better his position on the ground...
Kharitonov is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov sits high on Masakatsu Funaki's chest and pulls his leg underneath Funaki's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Funaki tries to roll out. He's too quick for Sergei Kharitonov and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Kharitonov and it cost him top position.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Masakatsu Funaki has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 3
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Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Kharitonov is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a rapid series of punches
taking Funaki from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Several good body shots
land on Funaki.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Masakatsu Funaki
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki tries to finish with a leg lock!
Kharitonov is able to break the lock.
Funaki clumsily fails here and it's time for Sergei Kharitonov to fight back!
Sergei Kharitonov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Funaki pulls his arm out of danger.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Funaki moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
Funaki blocks those punches
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Funaki shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Kharitonov is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Funaki's ribs.
Funaki is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Kharitonov struggles on the ground and tries to break Masakatsu Funaki's guard...
Sergei Kharitonov is in Funaki open guard now
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass to half guard...
Masakatsu Funaki can't prevent his opponent from passing. Kharitonov looks to work from half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass Masakatsu Funaki's guard...
Sergei Kharitonov manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Funaki reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Kharitonov blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Kharitonov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Body shots by Sergei Kharitonov
Funaki covers up.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to move to full guard
Sergei Kharitonov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass Masakatsu Funaki's guard...
Sergei Kharitonov passes momentarily but Masakatsu Funaki sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Funaki jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Masakatsu Funaki is able to get half guard here.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Funaki launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Funaki is countered by Sergei Kharitonov.
Funaki clumsily fails here and it's time for Sergei Kharitonov to fight back!
Kharitonov tries an armbar from the bottom!
Masakatsu Funaki breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki goes for an americana!
Kharitonov breaks free.
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
Funaki blocks those punches
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to turn in and scramble out. Masakatsu Funaki timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Sergei Kharitonov slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Sergei Kharitonov cuts to the side and manages to pass to side 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kharitonov showing excellent timing, blasts Masakatsu Funaki with a right hand.
Funaki steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Funaki and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 4
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Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kharitonov decides to launch some tentative punches
Masakatsu Funaki takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Kharitonov dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Funaki from the ground!
Funaki is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki looks to mount Sergei Kharitonov...
Masakatsu Funaki slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Masakatsu Funaki is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Funaki fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Sergei Kharitonov's arm and tries an armbar!
Kharitonov hold his own hand and breaks Funaki's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Masakatsu Funaki.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki throws up a triangle attempt!
Sergei Kharitonov postures up and breaks the triangle.
Kharitonov is trying to counter now!
Body shots by Sergei Kharitonov
Funaki covers up.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Kharitonov pulls his arm out of danger.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to free his leg...
Funaki doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Kharitonov launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Masakatsu Funaki rolls over himself and stands up while Sergei Kharitonov rolls on his back.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Sergei Kharitonov. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Funaki jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Masakatsu Funaki is able to get half guard here.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov measures the resilience of Funaki's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Funaki blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to move to full guard
Masakatsu Funaki keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Funaki launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Kharitonov is covering himself! Funaki tries to force the situation and Kharitonov clumsily gives his back!
Funaki is in rear mount over Kharitonov
Kharitonov has Funaki controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Funaki is unable to move under Kharitonov control.
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Masakatsu Funaki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Masakatsu Funaki looks to counter!
Funaki tries to escape from closed guard...
Funaki struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki hooks Kharitonov's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Sergei Kharitonov manages to kick Funaki away and scrambles on top!
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to improve position.
Funaki adjusts and closes his guard.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a move and moves laterally.
Kharitonov decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Kharitonov moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Sergei Kharitonov is fading quickly.
Kharitonov dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Kharitonov moves backwards and Masakatsu Funaki is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Masakatsu Funaki 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
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 5
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Kharitonov has his hand down and he is just willing the round to end. He will need better cardio training in the future.
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from Funaki
and counters with a solid straight!
Funaki's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Kharitonov looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Funaki studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Masakatsu Funaki shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Sergei Kharitonov is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Funaki into his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Masakatsu Funaki fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to close the guard.
Kharitonov put Masakatsu Funaki in closed guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki throws a flurry of punches at Kharitonov...
Kharitonov is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) is cheering him!
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki looks to pass to mount...
Kharitonov creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Kharitonov struggles... Masakatsu Funaki is unable to take him down
Masakatsu Funaki gets sloppy and Sergei Kharitonov tries to take advantage...
Sergei Kharitonov throws a looping right hand...
That lands on Funaki's chin! That stops Funaki in his tracks!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kharitonov throws a hook
that hits its mark.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Funaki is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov shows great balance while pushing away Masakatsu Funaki
The clock says 2:50 in the 5 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Crisp uppercut by Kharitonov followed by a hard jab
Masakatsu Funaki stumbles back.
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Kharitonov and Funaki circle around the center of the cage.
Funaki and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Kharitonov steps backwards away from Masakatsu Funaki. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:15 in the 5 round
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
surprises Funaki!
Nice punch by Sergei Kharitonov
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Masakatsu Funaki takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Kharitonov feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
Funaki moves aside and dodges.
Funaki looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Sergei Kharitonov's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Sergei Kharitonov.
Winner is Sergei Kharitonov by Split decision
Statistics: Sergei Kharitonov
Punches 34/43 (79%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 12/34 (35%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 811 s
Statistics: Masakatsu Funaki
Punches 5/11 (45%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/12 (83%)
GnP strikes 0/5 (0%)
Submissions 17/17 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 811 s
Strong starts by both, but then stamina drains led to relative nothingness shortly thereafter.
Sergei Kharitonov looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Masakatsu Funaki looks like he's feeling the pressure.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Sergei Kharitonov comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Sergei Kharitonov and Masakatsu Funaki touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Funaki studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Sergei Kharitonov!
Funaki is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Masakatsu Funaki tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Masakatsu Funaki tries to finish with a leg lock!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
Kharitonov hyper-extended his left leg
Punishing hold!
Kharitonov struggles to free himself
Funaki is locking that leglock...
Kharitonov is able to break the lock.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Funaki moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov is cooling the fight on the ground
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
Funaki blocks those punches
Kharitonov misses a step and Masakatsu Funaki sees an opportunity to counter him!
Masakatsu Funaki pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Funaki jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Masakatsu Funaki is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Funaki's ribs.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to move to full guard
Sergei Kharitonov manages to switch to full guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov launches a few punches to Funaki's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Funaki tries to cover his face,
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Funaki
He succeeds!
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Masakatsu Funaki fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki hooks Kharitonov's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Sergei Kharitonov manages to kick Funaki away and scrambles on top!
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to jump to side mount.
Masakatsu Funaki closed his guard around Sergei Kharitonov.
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Funaki covers himself well
Kharitonov clumsily fails here and it's time for Masakatsu Funaki to fight back!
Masakatsu Funaki overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Crippling lock!
Kharitonov's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
That Shoulder Lock looks tight...
Kharitonov pulls his arm out of danger.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki sits up and gets an arm around Kharitonov's neck!
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki back to the ground.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
You can see the pain reflected in Kharitonov's eyes...
Sergei Kharitonov cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to full guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to escape from the closed guard
Sergei Kharitonov any adventage in the ground.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Funaki throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Sergei Kharitonov realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Masakatsu Funaki. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Masakatsu Funaki closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Funaki and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Sergei Kharitonov and Funaki engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Sergei Kharitonov is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Funaki studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Funaki moves backwards and Sergei Kharitonov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Funaki fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Sergei Kharitonov didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki tries to finish with a leg lock!
That leglock from Masakatsu Funaki appears to be unbreakable
That leglock looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Kharitonov is able to break the lock.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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Masakatsu Funaki paws at Kharitonov.
Kharitonov answers with solid punches!
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Masakatsu Funaki tries to bring the fight to the ground
Kharitonov goes down.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Funaki
He succeeds!
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov throws a flurry of punches at Funaki...
A lot of them are hitting Funaki's face
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Masakatsu Funaki 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 Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki tries to roll on the ground...
Kharitonov knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Sergei Kharitonov doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki tries to roll on the ground...
Kharitonov knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki 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 Masakatsu Funaki
Kharitonov tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki 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 Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov looks to mount Masakatsu Funaki...
Masakatsu Funaki takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass to half guard...
Masakatsu Funaki can't prevent his opponent from passing. Kharitonov looks to work from half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to free his leg
Sergei Kharitonov uses some of his skill by jumping out of Funaki's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Sergei Kharitonov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Masakatsu Funaki!
Kharitonov ducks under...
Funaki moves backwards and Sergei Kharitonov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Masakatsu Funaki is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Quick hook by Sergei Kharitonov
Good shot! Funaki has reasons to be worried.
Masakatsu Funaki 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
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov tries to close his guard around Funaki
He succeeds!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
That hit Funaki who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki tries to roll on the ground...
Kharitonov knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Kharitonov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Sergei Kharitonov throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov launches a few punches to Funaki
Funaki holds Sergei Kharitonov's arms and blocks the punches!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Sergei Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki down and prevents his attempts to escape
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to better his position on the ground...
Kharitonov is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Sergei Kharitonov is in full mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov sits high on Masakatsu Funaki's chest and pulls his leg underneath Funaki's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Funaki tries to roll out. He's too quick for Sergei Kharitonov and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Kharitonov and it cost him top position.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Masakatsu Funaki has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 3
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Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Kharitonov is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Sergei Kharitonov launches a rapid series of punches
taking Funaki from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Several good body shots
land on Funaki.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Masakatsu Funaki
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki tries to finish with a leg lock!
Kharitonov is able to break the lock.
Funaki clumsily fails here and it's time for Sergei Kharitonov to fight back!
Sergei Kharitonov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Funaki pulls his arm out of danger.
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Funaki moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
Funaki blocks those punches
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Funaki shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Kharitonov is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Funaki's ribs.
Funaki is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Sergei Kharitonov is in closed guard over Funaki
Kharitonov struggles on the ground and tries to break Masakatsu Funaki's guard...
Sergei Kharitonov is in Funaki open guard now
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass to half guard...
Masakatsu Funaki can't prevent his opponent from passing. Kharitonov looks to work from half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass Masakatsu Funaki's guard...
Sergei Kharitonov manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Funaki has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Funaki reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Kharitonov blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Kharitonov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Body shots by Sergei Kharitonov
Funaki covers up.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to move to full guard
Sergei Kharitonov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Sergei Kharitonov tries to pass Masakatsu Funaki's guard...
Sergei Kharitonov passes momentarily but Masakatsu Funaki sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Funaki jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Masakatsu Funaki is able to get half guard here.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Funaki launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Funaki is countered by Sergei Kharitonov.
Funaki clumsily fails here and it's time for Sergei Kharitonov to fight back!
Kharitonov tries an armbar from the bottom!
Masakatsu Funaki breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki goes for an americana!
Kharitonov breaks free.
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Deep breaths from Sergei Kharitonov who tries a hammer punch to Funaki's ribs.
Funaki blocks those punches
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to turn in and scramble out. Masakatsu Funaki timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Sergei Kharitonov slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Sergei Kharitonov cuts to the side and manages to pass to side 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kharitonov showing excellent timing, blasts Masakatsu Funaki with a right hand.
Funaki steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Funaki and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Sergei Kharitonov has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 4
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Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kharitonov decides to launch some tentative punches
Masakatsu Funaki takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Kharitonov dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Funaki from the ground!
Funaki is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki looks to mount Sergei Kharitonov...
Masakatsu Funaki slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Masakatsu Funaki is in full mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Funaki fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Sergei Kharitonov's arm and tries an armbar!
Kharitonov hold his own hand and breaks Funaki's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Masakatsu Funaki.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Sergei Kharitonov is in side mount over Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki attempts to trap Sergei Kharitonov in his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki manages to switch to half guard.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki throws up a triangle attempt!
Sergei Kharitonov postures up and breaks the triangle.
Kharitonov is trying to counter now!
Body shots by Sergei Kharitonov
Funaki covers up.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Kharitonov pulls his arm out of danger.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to free his leg...
Funaki doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Sergei Kharitonov is in half guard over Funaki
Kharitonov launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Masakatsu Funaki rolls over himself and stands up while Sergei Kharitonov rolls on his back.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Sergei Kharitonov. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Masakatsu Funaki
Masakatsu Funaki is in open guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki pushes Sergei Kharitonov against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Funaki jumps and tries to free his leg! Kharitonov doesn't allow this but Masakatsu Funaki is able to get half guard here.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Kharitonov measures the resilience of Funaki's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Funaki blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov attempts to move to full guard
Masakatsu Funaki keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Funaki launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Kharitonov is covering himself! Funaki tries to force the situation and Kharitonov clumsily gives his back!
Funaki is in rear mount over Kharitonov
Kharitonov has Funaki controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Funaki is unable to move under Kharitonov control.
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki is in closed guard... Kharitonov tries to roll on the ground!
Masakatsu Funaki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Masakatsu Funaki looks to counter!
Funaki tries to escape from closed guard...
Funaki struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki hooks Kharitonov's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Sergei Kharitonov manages to kick Funaki away and scrambles on top!
Sergei Kharitonov is in open guard over Funaki
Kharitonov tries to improve position.
Funaki adjusts and closes his guard.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Kharitonov studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Sergei Kharitonov is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Sergei Kharitonov fakes a move and moves laterally.
Kharitonov decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Kharitonov moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Sergei Kharitonov is fading quickly.
Kharitonov dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Kharitonov moves backwards and Masakatsu Funaki is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Masakatsu Funaki 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
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 5
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Kharitonov has his hand down and he is just willing the round to end. He will need better cardio training in the future.
Kharitonov avoids a dangerous strike from Funaki
and counters with a solid straight!
Funaki's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Kharitonov looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Sergei Kharitonov throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Funaki studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Masakatsu Funaki shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Sergei Kharitonov is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Funaki into his guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Masakatsu Funaki fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Masakatsu Funaki is in half guard over Kharitonov
Sergei Kharitonov tries to close the guard.
Kharitonov put Masakatsu Funaki in closed guard.
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki throws a flurry of punches at Kharitonov...
Kharitonov is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Masakatsu Funaki is in closed guard over Kharitonov
Funaki 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 Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) is cheering him!
Masakatsu Funaki is in side mount over Sergei Kharitonov
Masakatsu Funaki looks to pass to mount...
Kharitonov creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Meridian Centre (St. Catharines, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Funaki grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Kharitonov struggles... Masakatsu Funaki is unable to take him down
Masakatsu Funaki gets sloppy and Sergei Kharitonov tries to take advantage...
Sergei Kharitonov throws a looping right hand...
That lands on Funaki's chin! That stops Funaki in his tracks!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kharitonov throws a hook
that hits its mark.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Sergei Kharitonov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Funaki is holding Sergei Kharitonov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Sergei Kharitonov shows great balance while pushing away Masakatsu Funaki
The clock says 2:50 in the 5 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Crisp uppercut by Kharitonov followed by a hard jab
Masakatsu Funaki stumbles back.
Kharitonov pushes Masakatsu Funaki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Kharitonov and Funaki circle around the center of the cage.
Funaki and Kharitonov circle around the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Kharitonov steps backwards away from Masakatsu Funaki. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:15 in the 5 round
A right hand from Sergei Kharitonov
surprises Funaki!
Nice punch by Sergei Kharitonov
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Masakatsu Funaki takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Kharitonov feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
Funaki moves aside and dodges.
Funaki looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Sergei Kharitonov's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Sergei Kharitonov.
Winner is Sergei Kharitonov by Split decision
Statistics: Sergei Kharitonov
Punches 34/43 (79%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 12/34 (35%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 811 s
Statistics: Masakatsu Funaki
Punches 5/11 (45%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/12 (83%)
GnP strikes 0/5 (0%)
Submissions 17/17 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 811 s
Strong starts by both, but then stamina drains led to relative nothingness shortly thereafter.
