Post by The Sandmen on Jun 23, 2017 7:18:14 GMT -5
Frank Shamrock is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
Jason MacDonald looks like he's feeling the pressure.
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.
Frank Shamrock comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Frank Shamrock seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Frank Shamrock goes with a looping right hand while Jason MacDonald jumps back and jabs
Frank seems staggered and Jason MacDonald runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Frank moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald struggles a bit before breaking Frank's attemp of grappling
Jason MacDonald is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Jason MacDonald catches Frank Shamrock's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by MacDonald.
Hard blow to Frank's mid-section, he seems hurt
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald breaths deeply while on the ground
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from the closed guard
Jason MacDonald any adventage in the ground.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank attempts a triangle from bottom! Jason MacDonald slips out. Frank quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Jason MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
MacDonald is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
MacDonald throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Frank Shamrock realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Back to the beginning! Frank Shamrock is standing now.
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
Frank decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside MacDonald's guard.
MacDonald did not see that coming! Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald now.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
MacDonald climbs to his feet and is standing now.
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
MacDonald cartwheels towards Frank!
Frank fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Jason MacDonald creates space and allows Frank Shamrock to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Frank Shamrock is standing now.
Inside leg kick from Frank
that lands on Jason MacDonald's leg.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jason MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. MacDonald is clinching with Frank.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank pushes off of Jason MacDonald and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
MacDonald holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
MacDonald doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Frank Shamrock embrace and tries to move away...
Frank Shamrock pushes MacDonald forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting Frank hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
The fighters are clinching.
MacDonald grapple with Frank Shamrock and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Frank Shamrock falls hard on the mat with Jason MacDonald on top of him
Crushing shot to Frank's body! He's holding his side
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from closed guard...
MacDonald struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock sits up and gets an arm around MacDonald's neck!
MacDonald pushes Frank Shamrock back to the ground.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald tries to get a side mount...
Frank wraps his leg around Jason MacDonald leg and prevents him from moving.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
MacDonald blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Frank's guard.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Frank is covering himself! MacDonald tries to force the situation and Frank clumsily gives his back!
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank
Frank has MacDonald controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills he transitions to a side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
Frank 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Jason MacDonald circles around Frank
MacDonald looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Frank Shamrock's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
Jason MacDonald sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Frank Shamrock is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. MacDonald spins out, but Frank Shamrock was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
MacDonald is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Jason MacDonald is on his feet again.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Jason MacDonald steps back and allows Frank to get back to his feet.
Frank climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Frank Shamrock is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Hard blow to Frank's mid-section, he seems hurt
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Frank switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
MacDonald struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 2
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Jason MacDonald tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Jason MacDonald who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Frank Shamrock pushes away MacDonald trying to keep the fight at striking range
MacDonald doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Frank Shamrock
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank Shamrock tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Jason MacDonald
well done MacDonald falls hard on the mat
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
0:30 Round 2 and Frank is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Frank Shamrock steps back and allows MacDonald to get back to his feet.
MacDonald climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Frank is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald pushes Frank Shamrock against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
MacDonald jumps and tries to free his leg! Frank doesn't allow this but Jason MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock launches a few punches to MacDonald's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because MacDonald tries to cover his face,
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. MacDonald spins out, but Frank Shamrock was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
MacDonald is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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.
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Frank Shamrock
Great move by MacDonald who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Frank doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Jason MacDonald embrace and tries to move away...
Jason MacDonald pushes Frank forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
MacDonald doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Frank Shamrock embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from MacDonald who put distance between them
MacDonald pushes Frank Shamrock and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Frank Shamrock! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
MacDonald steps backwards away from Frank Shamrock. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Frank Shamrock circles around MacDonald
Frank fires low kicks
that fail to land.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
MacDonald launches a hook to the body
Bang! Frank stops that one with his ribs!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Frank Shamrock!
MacDonald is going to have a big headache after that blow!
There is a small laceration on Jason MacDonald's Right cheek
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Frank launches a couple of jabs that are answered by MacDonald with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
A right hand from Frank Shamrock
makes MacDonald stumble back!
MacDonald seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Jason MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Frank goes down.
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg
Jason MacDonald uses some of his skill by jumping out of Frank's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Frank Shamrock.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to escape from the full mount...
Jason MacDonald is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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MacDonald wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock shoots and grab one of Jason MacDonald's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
MacDonald lose his balance and falls to the mat
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
MacDonald switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Frank struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to improve position.
MacDonald adjusts and closes his guard.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He is not able to do it
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to move to full mount
Frank's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
MacDonald fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Frank Shamrock's arm and tries an armbar!
Frank hold his own hand and breaks MacDonald's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Jason MacDonald.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to turn in and scramble out. Frank Shamrock timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Jason MacDonald slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock throws up a triangle attempt!
Punishing hold!
Jason MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald moves on the ground
MacDonald cannot take advantage in the ground
MacDonald misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Mario Yamasaki stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jason MacDonald moves forward looking for some grappling action
MacDonald has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank struggles and launches a few punches to MacDonald's head
Nothing from this... Frank Shamrock seems frustrated.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and advance towards Frank trying to take him down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Frank Shamrock lose his balance and falls hard on the mat
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Frank Shamrock kicks his legs trying to keep Jason MacDonald away.
No damage done by those kicks.
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Jason MacDonald steps back and allows Frank to get back to his feet.
Back to the beginning! Frank Shamrock is standing now.
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Frank Shamrock
Great move by MacDonald who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald pushes away Frank trying to keep the fight at striking range
Frank stumbles backwards and Jason MacDonald circles to get the center of the cage
Jason MacDonald attempts to cut off Frank with punches
Frank reels from the strikes.
Jason MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Frank goes down.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to move to full mount
MacDonald's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Frank throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald cartwheels towards Frank!
He lands in side mount over a surprised Frank Shamrock.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald is looking to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Frank Shamrock has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 4
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Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
MacDonald is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to MacDonald's mid-section, he seems hurt
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 0:45 in the 4 round
Frank wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank pushes Jason MacDonald against the fence and launches a few sick punches
A couple of unanswered uppercuts collide with MacDonald's chin! His legs are wobbling!
Jason MacDonald tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
MacDonald circles out and slips free of Frank Shamrock's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jason MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Solid kick to the leg from Jason MacDonald
Frank checks it.
Jason MacDonald fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Frank blocks that. It was easy!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Incredible haymaker from Frank Shamrock!
It misses by a mile.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
Frank steps forward
MacDonald feints.
Jason MacDonald and Frank engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Frank is holding Jason MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jason MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Frank Shamrock
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Frank with a double overhooks!
Jason MacDonald goes with a looping right hand while Frank Shamrock jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Frank seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Frank Shamrock takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank Shamrock tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Jason MacDonald
well done MacDonald falls hard on the mat
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
Frank moves backwards and gestures for Jason MacDonald to stand up.
Jason MacDonald is on his feet again.
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock throws an uppercut
MacDonald slips it.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
MacDonald is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock tries to finish with a leg lock!
MacDonald is able to break the lock.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
You can see the pain reflected in Frank's eyes...
Frank Shamrock cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
MacDonald tries to show some ground skills
Jason MacDonald put Frank in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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.
Frank feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
MacDonald tries to grapple
He puts Frank in a double underhook!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Jason MacDonald has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 5
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Frank Shamrock fakes a punch and launches himself over MacDonald!
Nice move by Frank who clinches and pushes MacDonald against the cage
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
The fighters are clinching.
MacDonald goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Frank Shamrock is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Jason MacDonald gets the advantage
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Frank Shamrock holds Jason MacDonald and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg...
Frank rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank Shamrock goes for an americana!
That Americana from Frank Shamrock appears to be unbreakable
Frank is locking that Americana...
MacDonald breaks free.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
MacDonald tries to show some ground skills
Jason MacDonald put Frank in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He is not able to do it
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to jump to side mount.
Jason MacDonald jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
MacDonald pulls his arm out of danger.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald is in Frank open guard now
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Frank Shamrock jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. MacDonald moves back and takes a deep breath.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
Frank Shamrock sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Jason MacDonald leans forwards and tries to grapple with Frank
MacDonald shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank launches a few hard punches to Jason MacDonald's ribs!
MacDonald struggles and protects himself.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jason MacDonald grapple with Frank Shamrock and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock throws up a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald moves on the ground
MacDonald cannot take advantage in the ground
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald moves on the ground
Jason MacDonald moves to side mount
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Tremendous strikes from MacDonald!
Some big punches are landing!
Frank steps backwards away from Jason MacDonald. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
MacDonald fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Frank Shamrock didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald is in Frank open guard now
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Frank Shamrock, but it's close.
Winner is Jason MacDonald by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Frank Shamrock
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 2/16 (12%)
Takedowns 5/9 (56%)
GnP strikes 2/3 (67%)
Submissions 17/17 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 796 s
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 16/30 (53%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 3/5 (60%)
Takedowns 6/7 (86%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 778 s
Neither fighter accomplished much here. Both too developed defensively, making both offensively impotent against the other.
Jason MacDonald looks like he's feeling the pressure.
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.
Frank Shamrock comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Frank Shamrock seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Frank Shamrock goes with a looping right hand while Jason MacDonald jumps back and jabs
Frank seems staggered and Jason MacDonald runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Frank moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald struggles a bit before breaking Frank's attemp of grappling
Jason MacDonald is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Jason MacDonald catches Frank Shamrock's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by MacDonald.
Hard blow to Frank's mid-section, he seems hurt
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald breaths deeply while on the ground
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from the closed guard
Jason MacDonald any adventage in the ground.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank attempts a triangle from bottom! Jason MacDonald slips out. Frank quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Jason MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
MacDonald is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
MacDonald throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Frank Shamrock realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Back to the beginning! Frank Shamrock is standing now.
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
Frank decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside MacDonald's guard.
MacDonald did not see that coming! Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald now.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
MacDonald climbs to his feet and is standing now.
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
MacDonald cartwheels towards Frank!
Frank fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Jason MacDonald creates space and allows Frank Shamrock to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Frank Shamrock is standing now.
Inside leg kick from Frank
that lands on Jason MacDonald's leg.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jason MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. MacDonald is clinching with Frank.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank pushes off of Jason MacDonald and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
MacDonald holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
MacDonald doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Frank Shamrock embrace and tries to move away...
Frank Shamrock pushes MacDonald forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting Frank hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
The fighters are clinching.
MacDonald grapple with Frank Shamrock and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Frank Shamrock falls hard on the mat with Jason MacDonald on top of him
Crushing shot to Frank's body! He's holding his side
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from closed guard...
MacDonald struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock sits up and gets an arm around MacDonald's neck!
MacDonald pushes Frank Shamrock back to the ground.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald tries to get a side mount...
Frank wraps his leg around Jason MacDonald leg and prevents him from moving.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
MacDonald blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Frank's guard.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Frank is covering himself! MacDonald tries to force the situation and Frank clumsily gives his back!
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank
Frank has MacDonald controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills he transitions to a side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
Frank 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Jason MacDonald circles around Frank
MacDonald looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Frank Shamrock's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
Jason MacDonald sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Frank Shamrock is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. MacDonald spins out, but Frank Shamrock was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
MacDonald is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Jason MacDonald is on his feet again.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Jason MacDonald steps back and allows Frank to get back to his feet.
Frank climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Frank Shamrock is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Hard blow to Frank's mid-section, he seems hurt
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Frank switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
MacDonald struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 2
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Jason MacDonald tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Jason MacDonald who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Frank Shamrock pushes away MacDonald trying to keep the fight at striking range
MacDonald doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Frank Shamrock
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank Shamrock tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Jason MacDonald
well done MacDonald falls hard on the mat
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
0:30 Round 2 and Frank is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Frank Shamrock steps back and allows MacDonald to get back to his feet.
MacDonald climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Frank is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald pushes Frank Shamrock against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
MacDonald jumps and tries to free his leg! Frank doesn't allow this but Jason MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock launches a few punches to MacDonald's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because MacDonald tries to cover his face,
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. MacDonald spins out, but Frank Shamrock was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
MacDonald is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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.
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Frank Shamrock
Great move by MacDonald who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Frank doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Jason MacDonald embrace and tries to move away...
Jason MacDonald pushes Frank forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
MacDonald doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Frank Shamrock embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from MacDonald who put distance between them
MacDonald pushes Frank Shamrock and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Frank Shamrock! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
MacDonald steps backwards away from Frank Shamrock. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Frank Shamrock circles around MacDonald
Frank fires low kicks
that fail to land.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
MacDonald launches a hook to the body
Bang! Frank stops that one with his ribs!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Frank Shamrock!
MacDonald is going to have a big headache after that blow!
There is a small laceration on Jason MacDonald's Right cheek
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Frank launches a couple of jabs that are answered by MacDonald with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
A right hand from Frank Shamrock
makes MacDonald stumble back!
MacDonald seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Jason MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Frank goes down.
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg
Jason MacDonald uses some of his skill by jumping out of Frank's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Frank Shamrock.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to escape from the full mount...
Jason MacDonald is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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MacDonald wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock shoots and grab one of Jason MacDonald's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
MacDonald lose his balance and falls to the mat
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
MacDonald switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Frank struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to improve position.
MacDonald adjusts and closes his guard.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He is not able to do it
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to move to full mount
Frank's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
MacDonald fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Frank Shamrock's arm and tries an armbar!
Frank hold his own hand and breaks MacDonald's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Jason MacDonald.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to turn in and scramble out. Frank Shamrock timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Jason MacDonald slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock throws up a triangle attempt!
Punishing hold!
Jason MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald moves on the ground
MacDonald cannot take advantage in the ground
MacDonald misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Mario Yamasaki stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jason MacDonald moves forward looking for some grappling action
MacDonald has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank struggles and launches a few punches to MacDonald's head
Nothing from this... Frank Shamrock seems frustrated.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and advance towards Frank trying to take him down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Frank Shamrock lose his balance and falls hard on the mat
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Frank Shamrock kicks his legs trying to keep Jason MacDonald away.
No damage done by those kicks.
MacDonald is standing while Frank is on the ground on his back
Jason MacDonald steps back and allows Frank to get back to his feet.
Back to the beginning! Frank Shamrock is standing now.
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Frank Shamrock
Great move by MacDonald who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald pushes away Frank trying to keep the fight at striking range
Frank stumbles backwards and Jason MacDonald circles to get the center of the cage
Jason MacDonald attempts to cut off Frank with punches
Frank reels from the strikes.
Jason MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Frank goes down.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to move to full mount
MacDonald's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Frank throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald cartwheels towards Frank!
He lands in side mount over a surprised Frank Shamrock.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald is looking to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Frank Shamrock has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 4
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Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
MacDonald is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to MacDonald's mid-section, he seems hurt
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 0:45 in the 4 round
Frank wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank pushes Jason MacDonald against the fence and launches a few sick punches
A couple of unanswered uppercuts collide with MacDonald's chin! His legs are wobbling!
Jason MacDonald tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
MacDonald circles out and slips free of Frank Shamrock's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jason MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Solid kick to the leg from Jason MacDonald
Frank checks it.
Jason MacDonald fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Frank blocks that. It was easy!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Incredible haymaker from Frank Shamrock!
It misses by a mile.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
Frank steps forward
MacDonald feints.
Jason MacDonald and Frank engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Frank is holding Jason MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jason MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Frank Shamrock
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Frank with a double overhooks!
Jason MacDonald goes with a looping right hand while Frank Shamrock jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Frank seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Frank Shamrock takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank Shamrock tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Jason MacDonald
well done MacDonald falls hard on the mat
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
Frank moves backwards and gestures for Jason MacDonald to stand up.
Jason MacDonald is on his feet again.
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock throws an uppercut
MacDonald slips it.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
MacDonald is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock tries to finish with a leg lock!
MacDonald is able to break the lock.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
You can see the pain reflected in Frank's eyes...
Frank Shamrock cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
MacDonald tries to show some ground skills
Jason MacDonald put Frank in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank is in open guard over MacDonald... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
MacDonald rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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.
Frank feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
MacDonald tries to grapple
He puts Frank in a double underhook!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Jason MacDonald has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 5
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Frank Shamrock fakes a punch and launches himself over MacDonald!
Nice move by Frank who clinches and pushes MacDonald against the cage
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
The fighters are clinching.
MacDonald goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Frank Shamrock is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Jason MacDonald gets the advantage
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Frank Shamrock holds Jason MacDonald and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jason MacDonald fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg...
Frank rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank Shamrock goes for an americana!
That Americana from Frank Shamrock appears to be unbreakable
Frank is locking that Americana...
MacDonald breaks free.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
MacDonald tries to show some ground skills
Jason MacDonald put Frank in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Frank
He is not able to do it
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over MacDonald
Frank tries to jump to side mount.
Jason MacDonald jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
MacDonald pulls his arm out of danger.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald is in Frank open guard now
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Frank Shamrock jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. MacDonald moves back and takes a deep breath.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
Frank Shamrock sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Jason MacDonald leans forwards and tries to grapple with Frank
MacDonald shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank launches a few hard punches to Jason MacDonald's ribs!
MacDonald struggles and protects himself.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jason MacDonald grapple with Frank Shamrock and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock throws up a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald moves on the ground
MacDonald cannot take advantage in the ground
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald moves on the ground
Jason MacDonald moves to side mount
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Tremendous strikes from MacDonald!
Some big punches are landing!
Frank steps backwards away from Jason MacDonald. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
MacDonald fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Frank Shamrock didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald is in Frank open guard now
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Frank Shamrock, but it's close.
Winner is Jason MacDonald by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Frank Shamrock
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 2/16 (12%)
Takedowns 5/9 (56%)
GnP strikes 2/3 (67%)
Submissions 17/17 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 796 s
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 16/30 (53%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 3/5 (60%)
Takedowns 6/7 (86%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 778 s
Neither fighter accomplished much here. Both too developed defensively, making both offensively impotent against the other.