Post by The Sandmen on Nov 17, 2017 13:07:03 GMT -5
Paige VanZant doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
Bec Rawlings is beating herself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking herself in the face, body and legs to get ready for her scrap.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Bec Rawlings is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Paige VanZant moves forward looking for some grappling action
VanZant has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Paige VanZant grapple with Bec Rawlings and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Paige VanZant keeps control and remains in side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Rawlings struggles to free herself
Rawlings Hyper-extended her left arm
VanZant is locking that armbar...
Rawlings is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant suddenly holds Bec Rawlings's arm and tries an armbar!
Rawlings can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant works on the ground with her fingers over Rawlings's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Rawlings is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Bec Rawlings shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Bec Rawlings breaks that americana attempt!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant catch Bec Rawlings's left arm and tries a kimura
Bec Rawlings holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
She successfully moves to half guard!
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant is cooling the fight on the ground
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, she jumps to side mount! The crowd in Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) is cheering her!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Rawlings's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Rawlings's being punished here!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Rawlings switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
VanZant struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
VanZant is trying to counter now!
Paige VanZant aggressively and repeatedly punches Rawlings.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Rawlings's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by VanZant who is in full mount! Rawlings is in trouble now!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant suddenly holds Bec Rawlings's arm and tries an armbar!
Rawlings can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant is getting frustrated here.
Rawlings misses a step and Paige VanZant sees an opportunity to counter her!
VanZant throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Bec Rawlings realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Bec Rawlings. 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.
Rawlings steps backwards away from Paige VanZant. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:35 in the 1 round
Crisp uppercut by Rawlings followed by a hard jab
VanZant deflects the blows.
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant throws a combo
Rawlings punches back but nobody connects.
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Paige VanZant has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 2
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VanZant fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Bec Rawlings didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to jump to side mount.
Bec Rawlings jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
Rawlings is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings down and prevents her attempts to escape
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings tries to roll to her side and trap Paige VanZant in her guard...
Bec Rawlings gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Rawlings's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to jump to side mount.
Bec Rawlings jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
Rawlings struggles on the ground and tries to break Paige VanZant's guard...
Bec Rawlings is in VanZant open guard now
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
Bec Rawlings tries to finish with a leg lock!
VanZant is able to break the lock.
VanZant is trying to counter now!
VanZant reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Rawlings blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant was tooling Bec Rawlings for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Bec Rawlings lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Paige VanZant attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to move to full guard
Paige VanZant manages to switch to full guard.
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Rawlings
She is not able to do it
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Rawlings
She is not able to do it
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Rawlings
She is not able to do it
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to mount Bec Rawlings...
Bec Rawlings takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Rawlings measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Bec Rawlings gets sloppy and Paige VanZant tries to take advantage...
VanZant throws a few hammer fists to the face of Bec Rawlings
Blocked by Rawlings.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
Rawlings holds Paige VanZant's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and trap Bec Rawlings in her guard...
Bec Rawlings keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Bec Rawlings doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to escape from the full mount...
Bec Rawlings is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Bec Rawlings is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to turn in and scramble out. Bec Rawlings timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Paige VanZant slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Rawlings misses a step and Paige VanZant sees an opportunity to counter her!
VanZant measures the resilience of Rawlings's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Rawlings blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Bec Rawlings looks to mount Paige VanZant...
Bec Rawlings slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rawlings tries to cover her face,
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Bec Rawlings doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Poorly executed technique. Bec Rawlings looks to counter!
Rawlings fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Paige VanZant's arm and tries an armbar!
VanZant hold her own hand and breaks Rawlings's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Bec Rawlings.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Bec Rawlings.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
You have to give that round to Paige VanZant.
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Round 3
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Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Bec Rawlings's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant was tooling Bec Rawlings for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Bec Rawlings lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
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.
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Bec Rawlings's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
Rawlings holds Paige VanZant's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant was tooling Bec Rawlings for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Bec Rawlings lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
VanZant tries to escape from the closed guard
VanZant succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
1:23 Round 3 and VanZant is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Bec Rawlings struggles not allowing Paige VanZant improve her position.
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
VanZant breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Rawlings's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Poorly executed technique. Bec Rawlings looks to counter!
Rawlings attempts a triangle from bottom! Paige VanZant slips out. Rawlings quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Paige VanZant slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Rawlings and VanZant circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
VanZant moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Rawlings with a double overhooks!
Bec Rawlings is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Paige VanZant takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Bec Rawlings slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Paige VanZant cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Bec Rawlings gets sloppy and Paige VanZant tries to take advantage...
Paige VanZant tries to finish with a leg lock!
Rawlings is able to break the lock.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
VanZant is taking this opportunity to rest.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Bec Rawlings's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
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.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Tremendous strikes from VanZant!
Some big punches are landing!
Rawlings's Chin is beginning to swell
Paige VanZant goes with a looping right hand while Bec Rawlings jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Rawlings seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of her own. Great exchange here.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
VanZant wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. She shoves herself over her opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Paige VanZant postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting Rawlings hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
Hard blow to Rawlings's mid-section, she seems hurt
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
VanZant launches a few hard punches to Bec Rawlings's ribs!
Bec Rawlings's ribs shows the damage! Paige VanZant is working her opponent ribs!
The fighters are clinching.
VanZant tries to take Bec Rawlings down... Rawlings stumbles backwards and Paige VanZant launches a few punches...
Bec Rawlings dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Paige VanZant.
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Round 4
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Rawlings looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Paige VanZant's punches
VanZant is on the receiving end of a great combo by Rawlings.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Bec Rawlings jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Rawlings looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Paige VanZant's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings tries to show some ground skills
VanZant uses her strength to keep VanZant at a disadvantage
Rawlings clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
Rawlings ties her up.
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Deep breaths from Bec Rawlings who tries a hammer punch to VanZant's ribs.
That hit VanZant who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
VanZant misses a step and Bec Rawlings sees an opportunity to counter her!
Rawlings tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to escape from closed guard...
Rawlings waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Paige VanZant! She is reversed and nor Bec Rawlings is on half guard!
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Rawlings looks to be in very good shape.
Paige VanZant tries to turn away and scramble out. Bec Rawlings takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Paige VanZant spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Bec Rawlings takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Incredible haymaker from Bec Rawlings!
You can see Paige VanZant's head being snapped backwards!
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Rawlings catch Paige VanZant's right arm and tries a kimura
Paige VanZant holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Rawlings clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rawlings tries to cover her face,
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Bec Rawlings isolates Paige VanZant's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Paige VanZant is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Bec Rawlings pushes Paige VanZant down and prevents her attempts to escape
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Rawlings tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Bec Rawlings controls the situation despite Paige VanZant efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rawlings tries to cover her face,
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Bec Rawlings uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Bec Rawlings looks to counter!
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Bec Rawlings rolls Paige VanZant to her stomach and takes her back!
Rawlings is in rear mount over VanZant
VanZant has Rawlings controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Rawlings is unable to move under VanZant control.
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
Rawlings is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Bec Rawlings uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
VanZant misses a step and Bec Rawlings sees an opportunity to counter her!
Bec Rawlings is looking to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Bec Rawlings gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Rawlings works on the ground with her fingers over VanZant's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal saw it!
Josh Rosenthal allows VanZant time to recover... 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.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Bec Rawlings holds Paige VanZant and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Paige VanZant forces Bec Rawlings to open her guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Stand up! This is what VanZant's cornermen are shouting. Bec Rawlings is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Bec Rawlings launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because VanZant tries to cover her face,
Paige VanZant seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
VanZant launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Bec Rawlings rolls over herself and stands up while Paige VanZant rolls on her back.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for VanZant.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Bec Rawlings's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Rawlings suddenly holds Paige VanZant's arm and tries an armbar!
VanZant can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Bec Rawlings holds Paige VanZant and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Rawlings is trying to counter now!
Bec Rawlings overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
VanZant pulls her arm out of danger.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paige VanZant fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Deep breaths from Bec Rawlings who tries a hammer punch to VanZant's ribs.
VanZant blocks those punches
VanZant is trying to counter now!
VanZant throws a few hammer fists to the face of Bec Rawlings
Blocked by Rawlings.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:30 in the 5 round
Bec Rawlings just won't stop and continues to rain punches
VanZant may be in trouble!
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Rawlings struggles... Paige VanZant is unable to take her down
VanZant misses a step and Bec Rawlings sees an opportunity to counter her!
Rawlings is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks VanZant's jaw!
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Rawlings's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to improve position.
Rawlings adjusts and closes her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to pass Bec Rawlings's guard...
Paige VanZant passes momentarily but Bec Rawlings regains full guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
Rawlings holds Paige VanZant's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
VanZant breaks the closed guard of Bec Rawlings and moves to half guard
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings tries to show some ground skills
Bec Rawlings put VanZant in half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Rawlings's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Rawlings rolls and she's now on half guard over Paige VanZant. Nice reversal.
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Paige VanZant attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Bec Rawlings tries to take advantage...
Rawlings throws a few hammer fists to the face of Paige VanZant
Solid shots!
VanZant's Left cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Paige VanZant's Left cheek
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Shovel hook by Paige VanZant
goes nowhere.
Solid kick to the leg from Paige VanZant
that visibly pains Rawlings.
The clock says 3:35 in the 5 round
VanZant decides to launch some tentative punches
Bec Rawlings takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
VanZant hyper-extended her left leg
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
Rawlings's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
Rawlings creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to escape from closed guard...
Rawlings waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Paige VanZant! She is reversed and nor Bec Rawlings is on half guard!
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to turn in and scramble out. Bec Rawlings timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Paige VanZant slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Bec Rawlings tries to take advantage...
Rawlings measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in VanZant's side.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings is cooling the fight on the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Paige VanZant realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Bec Rawlings. 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Rawlings is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Paige VanZant.
Winner is Paige VanZant by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Paige VanZant
Punches 8/15 (53%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 7/13 (54%)
Takedowns 16/18 (89%)
GnP strikes 15/39 (38%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1052 s
Statistics: Bec Rawlings
Punches 15/28 (54%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 9/13 (69%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1052 s
Close fight. Probably more even then it reads/stats show.
Bec Rawlings is beating herself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking herself in the face, body and legs to get ready for her scrap.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Bec Rawlings is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Paige VanZant moves forward looking for some grappling action
VanZant has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Paige VanZant grapple with Bec Rawlings and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Paige VanZant keeps control and remains in side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Rawlings struggles to free herself
Rawlings Hyper-extended her left arm
VanZant is locking that armbar...
Rawlings is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant suddenly holds Bec Rawlings's arm and tries an armbar!
Rawlings can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant works on the ground with her fingers over Rawlings's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Rawlings is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Bec Rawlings shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Bec Rawlings breaks that americana attempt!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant catch Bec Rawlings's left arm and tries a kimura
Bec Rawlings holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
She successfully moves to half guard!
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant is cooling the fight on the ground
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, she jumps to side mount! The crowd in Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) is cheering her!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Rawlings's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Rawlings's being punished here!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Rawlings switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
VanZant struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
VanZant is trying to counter now!
Paige VanZant aggressively and repeatedly punches Rawlings.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Rawlings's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by VanZant who is in full mount! Rawlings is in trouble now!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
VanZant suddenly holds Bec Rawlings's arm and tries an armbar!
Rawlings can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant is getting frustrated here.
Rawlings misses a step and Paige VanZant sees an opportunity to counter her!
VanZant throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Bec Rawlings realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Bec Rawlings. 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.
Rawlings steps backwards away from Paige VanZant. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:35 in the 1 round
Crisp uppercut by Rawlings followed by a hard jab
VanZant deflects the blows.
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant throws a combo
Rawlings punches back but nobody connects.
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Paige VanZant has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 2
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VanZant fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Bec Rawlings didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to jump to side mount.
Bec Rawlings jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
Rawlings is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings down and prevents her attempts to escape
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings tries to roll to her side and trap Paige VanZant in her guard...
Bec Rawlings gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Rawlings's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to jump to side mount.
Bec Rawlings jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
Rawlings struggles on the ground and tries to break Paige VanZant's guard...
Bec Rawlings is in VanZant open guard now
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
Bec Rawlings tries to finish with a leg lock!
VanZant is able to break the lock.
VanZant is trying to counter now!
VanZant reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Rawlings blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant was tooling Bec Rawlings for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Bec Rawlings lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Paige VanZant attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to move to full guard
Paige VanZant manages to switch to full guard.
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Rawlings
She is not able to do it
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Rawlings
She is not able to do it
Bec Rawlings is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Rawlings
She is not able to do it
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to mount Bec Rawlings...
Bec Rawlings takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Rawlings measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Bec Rawlings gets sloppy and Paige VanZant tries to take advantage...
VanZant throws a few hammer fists to the face of Bec Rawlings
Blocked by Rawlings.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
Rawlings holds Paige VanZant's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and trap Bec Rawlings in her guard...
Bec Rawlings keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Bec Rawlings doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to escape from the full mount...
Bec Rawlings is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Bec Rawlings is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to turn in and scramble out. Bec Rawlings timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Paige VanZant slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Rawlings misses a step and Paige VanZant sees an opportunity to counter her!
VanZant measures the resilience of Rawlings's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Rawlings blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Bec Rawlings is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Bec Rawlings looks to mount Paige VanZant...
Bec Rawlings slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rawlings tries to cover her face,
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Bec Rawlings doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Poorly executed technique. Bec Rawlings looks to counter!
Rawlings fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Paige VanZant's arm and tries an armbar!
VanZant hold her own hand and breaks Rawlings's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Bec Rawlings.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Bec Rawlings.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
You have to give that round to Paige VanZant.
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Round 3
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Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Bec Rawlings's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant was tooling Bec Rawlings for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Bec Rawlings lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
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.
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Bec Rawlings's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
Rawlings holds Paige VanZant's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant was tooling Bec Rawlings for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Bec Rawlings lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
VanZant tries to escape from the closed guard
VanZant succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
1:23 Round 3 and VanZant is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Bec Rawlings struggles not allowing Paige VanZant improve her position.
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
VanZant breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Rawlings's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Poorly executed technique. Bec Rawlings looks to counter!
Rawlings attempts a triangle from bottom! Paige VanZant slips out. Rawlings quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Paige VanZant slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Rawlings and VanZant circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
VanZant moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Rawlings with a double overhooks!
Bec Rawlings is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Paige VanZant takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Bec Rawlings slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Paige VanZant cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Bec Rawlings gets sloppy and Paige VanZant tries to take advantage...
Paige VanZant tries to finish with a leg lock!
Rawlings is able to break the lock.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Bec Rawlings against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
VanZant jumps and tries to free her leg! Rawlings doesn't allow this but Paige VanZant is able to get half guard here.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
VanZant is taking this opportunity to rest.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Bec Rawlings's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
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.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Tremendous strikes from VanZant!
Some big punches are landing!
Rawlings's Chin is beginning to swell
Paige VanZant goes with a looping right hand while Bec Rawlings jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Rawlings seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of her own. Great exchange here.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
VanZant wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. She shoves herself over her opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Paige VanZant postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting Rawlings hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
Hard blow to Rawlings's mid-section, she seems hurt
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
VanZant launches a few hard punches to Bec Rawlings's ribs!
Bec Rawlings's ribs shows the damage! Paige VanZant is working her opponent ribs!
The fighters are clinching.
VanZant tries to take Bec Rawlings down... Rawlings stumbles backwards and Paige VanZant launches a few punches...
Bec Rawlings dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Paige VanZant.
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Round 4
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Rawlings looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Paige VanZant's punches
VanZant is on the receiving end of a great combo by Rawlings.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Bec Rawlings jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Rawlings looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Paige VanZant's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings tries to show some ground skills
VanZant uses her strength to keep VanZant at a disadvantage
Rawlings clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
Rawlings ties her up.
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Bec Rawlings attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Bec Rawlings manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Deep breaths from Bec Rawlings who tries a hammer punch to VanZant's ribs.
That hit VanZant who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
VanZant misses a step and Bec Rawlings sees an opportunity to counter her!
Rawlings tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to escape from closed guard...
Rawlings waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Paige VanZant! She is reversed and nor Bec Rawlings is on half guard!
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Rawlings looks to be in very good shape.
Paige VanZant tries to turn away and scramble out. Bec Rawlings takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Paige VanZant spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Bec Rawlings takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Incredible haymaker from Bec Rawlings!
You can see Paige VanZant's head being snapped backwards!
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Rawlings catch Paige VanZant's right arm and tries a kimura
Paige VanZant holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Rawlings clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rawlings tries to cover her face,
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Bec Rawlings isolates Paige VanZant's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Paige VanZant is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Bec Rawlings pushes Paige VanZant down and prevents her attempts to escape
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Rawlings tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Bec Rawlings controls the situation despite Paige VanZant efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rawlings tries to cover her face,
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Rawlings's cheek from the guard.
Bec Rawlings uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Bec Rawlings looks to counter!
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Bec Rawlings rolls Paige VanZant to her stomach and takes her back!
Rawlings is in rear mount over VanZant
VanZant has Rawlings controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Rawlings is unable to move under VanZant control.
Bec Rawlings is in closed guard over VanZant
Rawlings is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Bec Rawlings uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
VanZant misses a step and Bec Rawlings sees an opportunity to counter her!
Bec Rawlings is looking to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Bec Rawlings gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Rawlings works on the ground with her fingers over VanZant's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal saw it!
Josh Rosenthal allows VanZant time to recover... 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.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Bec Rawlings holds Paige VanZant and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Bec Rawlings's guard...
Paige VanZant forces Bec Rawlings to open her guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Stand up! This is what VanZant's cornermen are shouting. Bec Rawlings is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Bec Rawlings launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because VanZant tries to cover her face,
Paige VanZant seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
VanZant launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Bec Rawlings rolls over herself and stands up while Paige VanZant rolls on her back.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for VanZant.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Bec Rawlings's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant is in closed guard... Rawlings tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Bec Rawlings is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Rawlings suddenly holds Paige VanZant's arm and tries an armbar!
VanZant can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Bec Rawlings!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Bec Rawlings's guard...
Bec Rawlings has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Bec Rawlings holds Paige VanZant and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Rawlings is trying to counter now!
Bec Rawlings overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
VanZant pulls her arm out of danger.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paige VanZant fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Deep breaths from Bec Rawlings who tries a hammer punch to VanZant's ribs.
VanZant blocks those punches
VanZant is trying to counter now!
VanZant throws a few hammer fists to the face of Bec Rawlings
Blocked by Rawlings.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:30 in the 5 round
Bec Rawlings just won't stop and continues to rain punches
VanZant may be in trouble!
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Rawlings struggles... Paige VanZant is unable to take her down
VanZant misses a step and Bec Rawlings sees an opportunity to counter her!
Rawlings is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks VanZant's jaw!
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Rawlings's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to improve position.
Rawlings adjusts and closes her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to pass Bec Rawlings's guard...
Paige VanZant passes momentarily but Bec Rawlings regains full guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
Rawlings holds Paige VanZant's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant tries to better her position on the ground...
VanZant breaks the closed guard of Bec Rawlings and moves to half guard
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Rawlings tries to show some ground skills
Bec Rawlings put VanZant in half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Rawlings
Paige VanZant pushes Rawlings's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Rawlings rolls and she's now on half guard over Paige VanZant. Nice reversal.
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Paige VanZant attempts to move to full guard
Bec Rawlings keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Bec Rawlings tries to take advantage...
Rawlings throws a few hammer fists to the face of Paige VanZant
Solid shots!
VanZant's Left cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Paige VanZant's Left cheek
Josh Rosenthal 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Shovel hook by Paige VanZant
goes nowhere.
Solid kick to the leg from Paige VanZant
that visibly pains Rawlings.
The clock says 3:35 in the 5 round
VanZant decides to launch some tentative punches
Bec Rawlings takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
VanZant hyper-extended her left leg
VanZant is holding Bec Rawlings's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Bec Rawlings loses balance and goes to the ground.
Rawlings's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Bec Rawlings
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
Rawlings creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Bec Rawlings is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to escape from closed guard...
Rawlings waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Paige VanZant! She is reversed and nor Bec Rawlings is on half guard!
Bec Rawlings is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to turn in and scramble out. Bec Rawlings timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Paige VanZant slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Bec Rawlings tries to take advantage...
Rawlings measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in VanZant's side.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Bec Rawlings is cooling the fight on the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Rawlings
Rawlings throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Paige VanZant realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Bec Rawlings. 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 Carrier Dome (Syracuse, New York) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Rawlings is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Paige VanZant.
Winner is Paige VanZant by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Paige VanZant
Punches 8/15 (53%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 7/13 (54%)
Takedowns 16/18 (89%)
GnP strikes 15/39 (38%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1052 s
Statistics: Bec Rawlings
Punches 15/28 (54%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 9/13 (69%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1052 s
Close fight. Probably more even then it reads/stats show.