First round: Ahmedov VS Tavares

The first round is underway, and we will usher in a truly solid duel.

Both are 33 years old, Tavares has a height advantage, but Ahmedov has a tentacle advantage.

Audiences will love Tavares, who fights in Las Vegas-so he is technically ahead of his home audience.

The two exchanged some early punches in the middle of the octagon.

Tavares played a good combination, but Ahmedov played a good counterattack.

Ahmedov tried to throw his fist backwards, but failed to land.

However, the Russians did manage to knock Tavares to the ground.

But Tavares managed to stand up quickly.

Ahmedov struck out with a heavy punch, tripping Tavares into the cage.

The Russian seemed to be done, but he did not succeed.