Post by The Texas Rattlesnakes on Aug 10, 2017 1:14:12 GMT -5
Miku Matsumoto looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
Katlyn Chookagian is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Matsumoto and Chookagian move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Miku Matsumoto is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Chookagian rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chookagian goes down.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Poorly executed technique. Katlyn Chookagian looks to counter!
Chookagian launches a few weak punches
Matsumoto blocks them effectively.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to finish with a leg lock!
Chookagian struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
Chookagian struggles to free himself
Chookagian is able to break the lock.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto launches a few punches to Chookagian
Chookagian covers himself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Katlyn Chookagian is in open guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to close his guard around Chookagian
He succeeds!
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto sits up and gets an arm around Chookagian's neck!
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto back to the ground.
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Matsumoto moves backwards and Katlyn Chookagian is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chookagian goes down.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto sits over his knees and pushes away Chookagian's leg!
Miku Matsumoto is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Katlyn Chookagian manages to switch to full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Matsumoto use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Katlyn Chookagian holds Miku Matsumoto and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto looks to posture up and open Katlyn Chookagian's guard...
Katlyn Chookagian has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Katlyn Chookagian's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Katlyn Chookagian regains full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Katlyn Chookagian holds Miku Matsumoto and prevents him from moving to a better position!
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.
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Katlyn Chookagian is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Matsumoto into his guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to escape from the closed guard
Miku Matsumoto any adventage in the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Matsumoto tries to escape from the closed guard
Miku Matsumoto any adventage in the ground.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Chookagian tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Matsumoto is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto succeeds
Miku Matsumoto is in full mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian tries to roll to his side and trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard...
Miku Matsumoto keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Katlyn Chookagian tries a hook to the body
but Matsumoto manages to dodge it
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Miku Matsumoto and Chookagian engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Miku Matsumoto is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Chookagian seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Matsumoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Chookagian can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Brilliant combination from Katlyn Chookagian
that forces Matsumoto to try and defend better.
Matsumoto has a small cut in his Mouth
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a move and moves laterally.
Nice punch by Katlyn Chookagian
that nearly tags Matsumoto.
Miku Matsumoto paws at Chookagian.
Chookagian swings ineffectively.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass to half guard...
Katlyn Chookagian can't prevent his opponent from passing. Matsumoto looks to work from half guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Katlyn Chookagian rolls over himself and stands up while Miku Matsumoto rolls on his back.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward and launches a low kick.
Matsumoto blocks that.
Miku Matsumoto tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chookagian is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto pushes Katlyn Chookagian against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Katlyn Chookagian struggles not allowing Miku Matsumoto improve his position.
Matsumoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Katlyn Chookagian to fight back!
Deep breaths from Katlyn Chookagian who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
Matsumoto blocks those punches
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Chookagian rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Matsumoto is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Miku Matsumoto attempts a sweep single...
Miku Matsumoto catches Katlyn Chookagian's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Matsumoto.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Matsumoto.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Katlyn Chookagian and Matsumoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Several good body shots
are evaded by Matsumoto.
Solid kick to the leg from Katlyn Chookagian
Matsumoto checks it.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Tremendous strikes from Matsumoto!
Chookagian blocks with confidence
The two exchange wildly
Matsumoto is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward looking for some grappling action
Chookagian has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Miku Matsumoto shoots and grab one of Katlyn Chookagian's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Katlyn Chookagian sprawls and remain on his feet
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Miku Matsumoto launches a body shot
Chookagian evades.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Brilliant combination from Miku Matsumoto
that forces Chookagian to try and defend better.
Miku Matsumoto was tooling Katlyn Chookagian for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Katlyn Chookagian lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Miku Matsumoto paws at Chookagian.
Chookagian answers with solid punches!
Matsumoto's Mouth is beginning to swell
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a move and moves laterally.
Several good body shots
are evaded by Matsumoto.
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a punch and launches himself over Matsumoto!
Nice move by Chookagian who clinches and pushes Matsumoto against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Miku Matsumoto shoots and grab one of Katlyn Chookagian's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Chookagian lose his balance and falls to the mat
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Deep breaths from Katlyn Chookagian who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
Matsumoto blocks those punches
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He succeeds!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Chookagian works on the ground with his fingers over Matsumoto's face
Matsumoto shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Katlyn Chookagian's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Katlyn Chookagian regains full guard.
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
A high kick from Katlyn Chookagian
falls short of the mark.
The clock says 3:55 in the 3 round
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Katlyn Chookagian can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Chookagian is swinging for the fences!
Matsumoto backpedals and creates space. Katlyn Chookagian is asking him if he is going to fight!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Miku Matsumoto takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Solid shot from Katlyn Chookagian to the body.
Matsumoto blocks in time.
Matsumoto steps backwards away from Katlyn Chookagian. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Miku Matsumoto, but it's close.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:20 in the 4 round
Brilliant combination from Miku Matsumoto
Chookagian is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward and launches a low kick.
Matsumoto blocks that.
Chookagian clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Miku Matsumoto!
Chookagian ducks under...
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Nice low kick from Chookagian
Loud pop!
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and launches himself over Chookagian!
Nice move by Matsumoto who clinches and pushes Chookagian against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chookagian struggles and launches a few punches to Matsumoto's head
Those punches are hitting! Matsumoto covers his head!
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Katlyn Chookagian is grappling and launching some wild punches...
Not the best move against Miku Matsumoto who tries to take adventage of his opponent's mistakes.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Miku Matsumoto jabs at Chookagian
hitting his chest.
Hard blow to Chookagian's mid-section, he seems hurt
Miku Matsumoto paws at Chookagian.
Chookagian swings ineffectively.
The clock says 2:30 in the 4 round
Chookagian steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Inside leg kick from Chookagian
that goes awry.
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
Matsumoto moves backwards and Katlyn Chookagian is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Matsumoto steps backwards away from Katlyn Chookagian. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Chookagian steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
Matsumoto is holding Katlyn Chookagian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Katlyn Chookagian loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Chookagian is moving on the ground...
Matsumoto tries to counter Chookagian's moves on the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian is cooling the fight on the ground
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 4:45 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass to half guard...
Katlyn Chookagian can't prevent his opponent from passing. Matsumoto looks to work from half guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Every time Katlyn Chookagian attempts to get inside
Matsumoto misses with a low kick.
Katlyn Chookagian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Miku Matsumoto jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Chookagian studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Katlyn Chookagian throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chookagian sprawls and remains on his feet.
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Chookagian moves backwards and Miku Matsumoto is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Chookagian is holding Miku Matsumoto's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Miku Matsumoto loses balance and goes to the ground.
That punishment by Katlyn Chookagian has left Matsumoto staggered! Katlyn Chookagian should try push forward now and finish this!
Katlyn Chookagian is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Katlyn Chookagian looks to mount Miku Matsumoto...
Katlyn Chookagian slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Katlyn Chookagian is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Chookagian tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Matsumoto struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Katlyn Chookagian is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Chookagian's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Chookagian is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chookagian works on the ground with his fingers over Matsumoto's face
Matsumoto shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to move to full guard
Miku Matsumoto keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Matsumoto launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Katlyn Chookagian rolls over himself and stands up while Miku Matsumoto rolls on his back.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Chookagian jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Katlyn Chookagian pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Matsumoto doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Katlyn Chookagian embrace and tries to move away...
Katlyn Chookagian pushes Matsumoto forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Katlyn Chookagian is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Chookagian catches an ankle and Matsumoto is tripped to the mat!
Matsumoto ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Chookagian pulls his arm out of danger.
Chookagian tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Katlyn Chookagian launches a few punches to Matsumoto
Matsumoto holds Katlyn Chookagian's arms and blocks the punches!
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Nice beating Katlyn Chookagian has received.
Katlyn Chookagian is looking to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Miku Matsumoto has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Chookagian is in closed guard... Matsumoto tries to roll on the ground!
Katlyn Chookagian uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Chookagian struggles on the ground and tries to break Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Katlyn Chookagian is in Matsumoto open guard now
Katlyn Chookagian is in open guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to close his guard around Chookagian
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
Katlyn Chookagian is in open guard over Matsumoto
Chookagian tries to improve position.
Matsumoto adjusts and closes his guard.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Katlyn Chookagian tries to bring the fight to the ground
Matsumoto won't budge, forcing Chookagian to pull guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto breaths deeply while on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to better his position on the ground...
Matsumoto breaks the closed guard of Katlyn Chookagian and moves to half guard
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian is cooling the fight on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto goes for an americana!
Chookagian breaks free.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Miku Matsumoto is setting up a throw
He nearly drops Chookagian on his head!
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
Judge: Miku Matsumoto 10 10 9 9 10: 48
Judge: Katlyn Chookagian 9 9 10 10 9: 47
Judge: Miku Matsumoto 10 10 9 9 9: 47
Judge: Katlyn Chookagian 9 9 10 10 10: 48
Judge: Miku Matsumoto 10 10 9 9 10: 48
Judge: Katlyn Chookagian 9 9 10 10 9: 47
Winner is Miku Matsumoto by Split Decision
Statistics: Miku Matsumoto
Punches 16/27 (59%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 1/7 (14%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 658 s
Statistics: Katlyn Chookagian
Punches 8/44 (18%)
Kicks 1/6 (17%)
Clinch strikes 2/9 (22%)
Takedowns 2/4 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/9 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 658 s
This fight was really boring.
Katlyn Chookagian is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Matsumoto and Chookagian move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Miku Matsumoto is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Chookagian rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chookagian goes down.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Poorly executed technique. Katlyn Chookagian looks to counter!
Chookagian launches a few weak punches
Matsumoto blocks them effectively.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to finish with a leg lock!
Chookagian struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
Chookagian struggles to free himself
Chookagian is able to break the lock.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto launches a few punches to Chookagian
Chookagian covers himself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Katlyn Chookagian is in open guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to close his guard around Chookagian
He succeeds!
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto sits up and gets an arm around Chookagian's neck!
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto back to the ground.
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Matsumoto moves backwards and Katlyn Chookagian is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chookagian goes down.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto sits over his knees and pushes away Chookagian's leg!
Miku Matsumoto is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Katlyn Chookagian manages to switch to full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Matsumoto use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Katlyn Chookagian holds Miku Matsumoto and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto looks to posture up and open Katlyn Chookagian's guard...
Katlyn Chookagian has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Katlyn Chookagian's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Katlyn Chookagian regains full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Katlyn Chookagian holds Miku Matsumoto and prevents him from moving to a better position!
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.
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Katlyn Chookagian is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Matsumoto into his guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to escape from the closed guard
Miku Matsumoto any adventage in the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Matsumoto tries to escape from the closed guard
Miku Matsumoto any adventage in the ground.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Chookagian tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Matsumoto is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto succeeds
Miku Matsumoto is in full mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian tries to roll to his side and trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard...
Miku Matsumoto keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Katlyn Chookagian tries a hook to the body
but Matsumoto manages to dodge it
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Miku Matsumoto and Chookagian engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Miku Matsumoto is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Chookagian seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Matsumoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Chookagian can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Brilliant combination from Katlyn Chookagian
that forces Matsumoto to try and defend better.
Matsumoto has a small cut in his Mouth
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a move and moves laterally.
Nice punch by Katlyn Chookagian
that nearly tags Matsumoto.
Miku Matsumoto paws at Chookagian.
Chookagian swings ineffectively.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass to half guard...
Katlyn Chookagian can't prevent his opponent from passing. Matsumoto looks to work from half guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Katlyn Chookagian rolls over himself and stands up while Miku Matsumoto rolls on his back.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward and launches a low kick.
Matsumoto blocks that.
Miku Matsumoto tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chookagian is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto pushes Katlyn Chookagian against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Katlyn Chookagian struggles not allowing Miku Matsumoto improve his position.
Matsumoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Katlyn Chookagian to fight back!
Deep breaths from Katlyn Chookagian who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
Matsumoto blocks those punches
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Chookagian rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Chookagian pushes Miku Matsumoto and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Matsumoto is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Miku Matsumoto attempts a sweep single...
Miku Matsumoto catches Katlyn Chookagian's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Matsumoto.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Matsumoto.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Katlyn Chookagian and Matsumoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Several good body shots
are evaded by Matsumoto.
Solid kick to the leg from Katlyn Chookagian
Matsumoto checks it.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Tremendous strikes from Matsumoto!
Chookagian blocks with confidence
The two exchange wildly
Matsumoto is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward looking for some grappling action
Chookagian has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Miku Matsumoto shoots and grab one of Katlyn Chookagian's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Katlyn Chookagian sprawls and remain on his feet
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Miku Matsumoto launches a body shot
Chookagian evades.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Brilliant combination from Miku Matsumoto
that forces Chookagian to try and defend better.
Miku Matsumoto was tooling Katlyn Chookagian for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Katlyn Chookagian lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Miku Matsumoto paws at Chookagian.
Chookagian answers with solid punches!
Matsumoto's Mouth is beginning to swell
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a move and moves laterally.
Several good body shots
are evaded by Matsumoto.
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a punch and launches himself over Matsumoto!
Nice move by Chookagian who clinches and pushes Matsumoto against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Miku Matsumoto shoots and grab one of Katlyn Chookagian's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Chookagian lose his balance and falls to the mat
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Deep breaths from Katlyn Chookagian who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
Matsumoto blocks those punches
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He succeeds!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Chookagian works on the ground with his fingers over Matsumoto's face
Matsumoto shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Katlyn Chookagian's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Katlyn Chookagian regains full guard.
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
A high kick from Katlyn Chookagian
falls short of the mark.
The clock says 3:55 in the 3 round
Katlyn Chookagian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Katlyn Chookagian can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Chookagian is swinging for the fences!
Matsumoto backpedals and creates space. Katlyn Chookagian is asking him if he is going to fight!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Miku Matsumoto takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Solid shot from Katlyn Chookagian to the body.
Matsumoto blocks in time.
Matsumoto steps backwards away from Katlyn Chookagian. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Miku Matsumoto, but it's close.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:20 in the 4 round
Brilliant combination from Miku Matsumoto
Chookagian is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward and launches a low kick.
Matsumoto blocks that.
Chookagian clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Miku Matsumoto!
Chookagian ducks under...
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Nice low kick from Chookagian
Loud pop!
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and launches himself over Chookagian!
Nice move by Matsumoto who clinches and pushes Chookagian against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chookagian struggles and launches a few punches to Matsumoto's head
Those punches are hitting! Matsumoto covers his head!
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Katlyn Chookagian is grappling and launching some wild punches...
Not the best move against Miku Matsumoto who tries to take adventage of his opponent's mistakes.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Miku Matsumoto jabs at Chookagian
hitting his chest.
Hard blow to Chookagian's mid-section, he seems hurt
Miku Matsumoto paws at Chookagian.
Chookagian swings ineffectively.
The clock says 2:30 in the 4 round
Chookagian steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Katlyn Chookagian moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Inside leg kick from Chookagian
that goes awry.
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
Matsumoto moves backwards and Katlyn Chookagian is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Matsumoto steps backwards away from Katlyn Chookagian. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Chookagian steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
Matsumoto is holding Katlyn Chookagian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Katlyn Chookagian loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Chookagian is moving on the ground...
Matsumoto tries to counter Chookagian's moves on the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in his guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian is cooling the fight on the ground
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Katlyn Chookagian didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 4:45 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Chookagian tries to close his guard around Matsumoto
He is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass to half guard...
Katlyn Chookagian can't prevent his opponent from passing. Matsumoto looks to work from half guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Every time Katlyn Chookagian attempts to get inside
Matsumoto misses with a low kick.
Katlyn Chookagian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Miku Matsumoto jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Chookagian studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Katlyn Chookagian throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chookagian sprawls and remains on his feet.
Katlyn Chookagian fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Chookagian moves backwards and Miku Matsumoto is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Chookagian is holding Miku Matsumoto's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Miku Matsumoto loses balance and goes to the ground.
That punishment by Katlyn Chookagian has left Matsumoto staggered! Katlyn Chookagian should try push forward now and finish this!
Katlyn Chookagian is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Katlyn Chookagian looks to mount Miku Matsumoto...
Katlyn Chookagian slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Katlyn Chookagian is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Chookagian tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Matsumoto struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Katlyn Chookagian is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Chookagian's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Chookagian is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chookagian works on the ground with his fingers over Matsumoto's face
Matsumoto shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian attempts to move to full guard
Miku Matsumoto keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Matsumoto launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Katlyn Chookagian rolls over himself and stands up while Miku Matsumoto rolls on his back.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Chookagian jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Katlyn Chookagian pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Matsumoto doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Katlyn Chookagian embrace and tries to move away...
Katlyn Chookagian pushes Matsumoto forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Katlyn Chookagian is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Chookagian catches an ankle and Matsumoto is tripped to the mat!
Matsumoto ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Chookagian pulls his arm out of danger.
Chookagian tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Katlyn Chookagian launches a few punches to Matsumoto
Matsumoto holds Katlyn Chookagian's arms and blocks the punches!
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Nice beating Katlyn Chookagian has received.
Katlyn Chookagian is looking to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Miku Matsumoto has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Chookagian is in closed guard... Matsumoto tries to roll on the ground!
Katlyn Chookagian uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Katlyn Chookagian is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Chookagian struggles on the ground and tries to break Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Katlyn Chookagian is in Matsumoto open guard now
Katlyn Chookagian is in open guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to close his guard around Chookagian
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
Katlyn Chookagian is in open guard over Matsumoto
Chookagian tries to improve position.
Matsumoto adjusts and closes his guard.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Katlyn Chookagian tries to bring the fight to the ground
Matsumoto won't budge, forcing Chookagian to pull guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Matsumoto breaths deeply while on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto tries to better his position on the ground...
Matsumoto breaks the closed guard of Katlyn Chookagian and moves to half guard
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Katlyn Chookagian is cooling the fight on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Miku Matsumoto goes for an americana!
Chookagian breaks free.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Katlyn Chookagian
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Miku Matsumoto is setting up a throw
He nearly drops Chookagian on his head!
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
Judge: Miku Matsumoto 10 10 9 9 10: 48
Judge: Katlyn Chookagian 9 9 10 10 9: 47
Judge: Miku Matsumoto 10 10 9 9 9: 47
Judge: Katlyn Chookagian 9 9 10 10 10: 48
Judge: Miku Matsumoto 10 10 9 9 10: 48
Judge: Katlyn Chookagian 9 9 10 10 9: 47
Winner is Miku Matsumoto by Split Decision
Statistics: Miku Matsumoto
Punches 16/27 (59%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 1/7 (14%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 658 s
Statistics: Katlyn Chookagian
Punches 8/44 (18%)
Kicks 1/6 (17%)
Clinch strikes 2/9 (22%)
Takedowns 2/4 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/9 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 658 s
This fight was really boring.