Post by The Sandmen on Jan 23, 2018 14:24:59 GMT -5
Michelle Waterson doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
Ferocious staredown by Markos while Steve Mazzagatti recites the rules.
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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The Karate Hottie and Markos move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
As the fight continues it seems that Randa Markos is taking the best of the fight.
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson shows great balance while pushing away Randa Markos
Markos looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Michelle Waterson's punches
Markos is on the receiving end of a great combo by The Karate Hottie.
High kick from Michelle Waterson!
Markos seems to be done!
A bad move from Randa Markos
allows The Karate Hottie to land a solid head kick.
Michelle Waterson moves forward and launches a low kick.
Markos blocks that.
Michelle Waterson gets sloppy and Randa Markos tries to take advantage...
Randa Markos tries a hook to the body
but The Karate Hottie manages to dodge it
The Karate Hottie goes for a low kick..
Markos avoids the deadly blow.
Michelle Waterson gets sloppy and Randa Markos tries to take advantage...
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson is cooling the fight on the ground
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Randa Markos keeps control and remains in side mount.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Michelle Waterson work her BJJ game.
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Stand up! This is what Markos's cornermen are shouting. Michelle Waterson is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Michelle Waterson attempts to move to full guard
Randa Markos keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Markos's side.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson sits up and gets an arm around Markos's neck!
Markos pushes Michelle Waterson back to the ground.
Markos tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Randa Markos aggressively and repeatedly punches The Karate Hottie.
Good job by The Karate Hottie blocking and slipping the blows.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson attempts to move to full guard
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson throws up a triangle attempt!
Randa Markos postures up and breaks the triangle.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Randa Markos uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Markos blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Markos's ribs.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Randa Markos uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie attempts a triangle from bottom! Randa Markos slips out. The Karate Hottie quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Randa Markos slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Markos is trying to counter now!
Randa Markos opts to go after her opponent and jumps inside The Karate Hottie's guard.
The Karate Hottie fights back with her feet, forcing Markos to try something else.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos goes for an americana!
The Karate Hottie breaks free.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Stand up! This is what The Karate Hottie's cornermen are shouting. Randa Markos is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Randa Markos isolates Michelle Waterson's left arm looking for an armbar...
Michelle Waterson manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Randa Markos lost her dominant position.
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Markos's side.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson tries to turn in and scramble out. Randa Markos timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Michelle Waterson slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Markos tries to move on the ground and shows Michelle Waterson a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Markos's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Michelle Waterson pushes Randa Markos against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
The Karate Hottie jumps and tries to free her leg! Markos doesn't allow this but Michelle Waterson is able to get half guard here.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Michelle Waterson tries to pass Randa Markos's guard...
Michelle Waterson manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos tries to show some ground skills
The Karate Hottie uses her strength to keep The Karate Hottie at a disadvantage
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Michelle Waterson fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Markos's face!
Markos's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Randa Markos. 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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos looks to mount Michelle Waterson...
Michelle Waterson sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos aggressively and repeatedly punches The Karate Hottie.
Good job by The Karate Hottie blocking and slipping the blows.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 The Karate Hottie.
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Round 2
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Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie tries to move on the ground and shows Randa Markos a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
The Karate Hottie uses her forearms to block the impact!
The Karate Hottie tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
The Karate Hottie tries an armbar from the bottom!
Randa Markos breaks the lock and moves herself to side control.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos isolates Michelle Waterson's right arm looking for an armbar...
Michelle Waterson manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Randa Markos lost her dominant position.
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Markos attempts a triangle from bottom! Michelle Waterson slips out. Markos quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Michelle Waterson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
The Karate Hottie is trying to counter now!
The Karate Hottie launches a kick to Markos's thigh
Loud pop!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Randa Markos seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Michelle Waterson!
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Randa Markos tries to bring the fight to the ground
The Karate Hottie goes down.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Markos positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
The Karate Hottie's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Good looking punches from Randa Markos on the ground
deflected by The Karate Hottie.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Karate Hottie is able to break the lock.
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
Michelle Waterson sits up and gets an arm around Markos's neck!
Markos pushes Michelle Waterson back to 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.
Markos grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Randa Markos
Crushing shot to The Karate Hottie's body! She's holding her side
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie tries to close her guard around Markos
She succeeds!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to pass Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos passes momentarily but Michelle Waterson regains full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to escape from closed guard...
Markos struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Randa Markos cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Markos is trying to counter now!
Michelle Waterson tries to turn in and scramble out. Randa Markos timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Michelle Waterson slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Markos reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Karate Hottie blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
The Karate Hottie shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Markos pushes Michelle Waterson forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Markos tries to cover her face,
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos struggles on the ground and tries to break Michelle Waterson's guard...
The Karate Hottie doesn't want to free her opponent and Markos continues in closed guard
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos 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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) is cheering her!
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos isolates Michelle Waterson's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Michelle Waterson is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Poorly executed technique. Michelle Waterson looks to counter!
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
The Karate Hottie's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
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.
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos throws a few hammer fists to the face of Michelle Waterson
Blocked by The Karate Hottie.
The Karate Hottie is trying to counter now!
Michelle Waterson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Markos blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Karate Hottie's guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Stand up! This is what Markos's cornermen are shouting. Michelle Waterson is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Markos tries to cover her face,
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Not a desiderable position that The Karate Hottie is in now. Randa Markos is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Randa Markos tries a kimura
The Karate Hottie breaks the lock.
Randa Markos gets sloppy and Michelle Waterson tries to take advantage...
Michelle Waterson attempts to move to full guard
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Markos spins out, but Michelle Waterson was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Markos is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Michelle Waterson. 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.
Markos looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Michelle Waterson's punches
Markos is on the receiving end of a great combo by The Karate Hottie.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Markos grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The Karate Hottie struggles... Randa Markos is unable to take her down
Randa Markos and The Karate Hottie engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Michelle Waterson is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Crushing shot to Markos's body! She's holding her side
Michelle Waterson tries a nice one-two combination
She scores!
Randa Markos fires an unorthodox punch to The Karate Hottie's torso
that goes wide.
Michelle Waterson throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Markos's Chin is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Michelle Waterson!
Markos is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Not a desiderable position that Markos is in now. Michelle Waterson is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Michelle Waterson!
Markos ducks under...
Markos is trying to counter now!
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to open up The Karate Hottie with a few strikes with her right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and The Karate Hottie is trying to block them with her hands...
The Karate Hottie's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos moves on the ground
Markos cannot take advantage in the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Karate Hottie rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
The Karate Hottie climbs to her feet and is standing now.
The Karate Hottie is standing while Markos is on the ground on her back
Randa Markos doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Markos climbs to her feet and is standing now.
A punch from Randa Markos
gets blocked by The Karate Hottie.
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
Michelle Waterson attempts to cut off Markos with punches
Markos reels from the strikes.
Michelle Waterson is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Markos seems hesitant as if she would give the initiative to her opponent.
Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to improve position.
The Karate Hottie adjusts and closes her guard.
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos struggles on the ground and tries to break Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos is in The Karate Hottie open guard now
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Karate Hottie is able to break the lock.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
The Karate Hottie is trying to counter now!
The Karate Hottie tries to close her guard around Markos
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Good looking punches from Randa Markos on the ground
deflected by The Karate Hottie.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to escape from closed guard...
The Karate Hottie waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Randa Markos! She is reversed and nor Michelle Waterson is on half guard!
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Not a desiderable position that The Karate Hottie is in now. Randa Markos is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Randa Markos attempts to move to full guard
Randa Markos manages to switch to full guard.
Michelle Waterson is in closed guard over Markos
Randa Markos launches a few punches to The Karate Hottie's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The Karate Hottie tries to cover her face,
Michelle Waterson is in closed guard over Markos
The Karate Hottie positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Markos's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Michelle Waterson gets sloppy and Randa Markos tries to take advantage...
Markos reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Karate Hottie blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Michelle Waterson tries a kimura
Markos breaks the lock.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos launches a few punches to The Karate Hottie's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The Karate Hottie tries to cover her face,
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos attempts to trap Michelle Waterson in her guard.
Randa Markos manages to switch to half guard.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Randa Markos tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Poorly executed technique. Michelle Waterson looks to counter!
The Karate Hottie tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Markos from the side mount!
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Markos measures the resilience of The Karate Hottie's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
The Karate Hottie blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Michelle Waterson goes for an americana!
Markos breaks free.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is maybe for Randa Markos, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Randa Markos attempts a sweep single...
Randa Markos catches Michelle Waterson's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Markos.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Markos blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Randa Markos looks to counter!
Randa Markos positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
The Karate Hottie covers herself well
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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
Markos fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Michelle Waterson didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos pushes Michelle Waterson against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Michelle Waterson struggles not allowing Randa Markos improve her position.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos hovers above The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson stops her from throwing strikes.
Markos clumsily fails here and it's time for Michelle Waterson to fight back!
The Karate Hottie reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Markos blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to free her leg...
The Karate Hottie doesn't allow any movement here! She's cooling the fight on the ground.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Randa Markos work her BJJ game.
Randa Markos tries a kimura
The Karate Hottie breaks the lock.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos hooks The Karate Hottie's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Michelle Waterson manages to kick Markos away and scrambles on top!
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.
Markos attempts a shoot
Michelle Waterson hops back and delivers a powerful kick to her head!
There is a small laceration on Randa Markos's Forehead
Randa Markos attempts a sweep single...
Michelle Waterson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos aggressively and repeatedly punches The Karate Hottie.
Good job by The Karate Hottie blocking and slipping the blows.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie works on the ground with her fingers over Markos's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see the foul!
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie tries to close her guard around Markos
She succeeds!
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to escape from closed guard...
The Karate Hottie waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Randa Markos! She is reversed and nor Michelle Waterson is on half guard!
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Randa Markos attempts to move to full guard
Michelle Waterson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
The Karate Hottie is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
The Karate Hottie tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Markos from the side mount!
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
The Karate Hottie is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Markos's ribs.
Markos is noticing that and her face shows the pain.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos tries to move on the ground and shows Michelle Waterson a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Markos's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos attempts to trap Michelle Waterson in her guard.
Michelle Waterson keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos attempts to trap Michelle Waterson in her guard.
Michelle Waterson keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Markos launches a few weak punches
The Karate Hottie blocks them effectively.
The Karate Hottie tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
The Karate Hottie tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
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.
Michelle Waterson and Markos engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Randa Markos shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Michelle Waterson is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Markos into her guard.
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Markos struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Randa Markos tries to pass Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos passes momentarily but Michelle Waterson regains full guard.
The clock says 4:45 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos throws a few hammer fists to the face of Michelle Waterson
Solid shots!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie attempts a triangle from bottom! Randa Markos slips out. The Karate Hottie quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Randa Markos slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Markos tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Markos cartwheels towards The Karate Hottie!
The Karate Hottie fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Michelle Waterson is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Markos moves forward looking for some action
Randa Markos shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Markos tries to take Michelle Waterson to the ground from the clinch...
The Karate Hottie shows her sprawl skills and remains on her feet.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Markos grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Randa Markos
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to pass to half guard...
Michelle Waterson's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is in closed guard... The Karate Hottie tries to roll on the ground!
Randa Markos uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Markos tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Randa Markos tries to open The Karate Hottie's guard...
The Karate Hottie breaks the lock and covers herself from Markos's punches
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
The Karate Hottie leans and gets Randa Markos's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to pass Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos passes momentarily but Michelle Waterson regains full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Michelle Waterson holds Randa Markos and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
The Karate Hottie switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Markos struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Markos launches a stiff jab!
The Karate Hottie ducks that one.
The Karate Hottie steps backwards away from Randa Markos. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Michelle Waterson fakes a move and moves laterally.
Brutal-looking high kick from Michelle Waterson!
Markos dodges!
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Crushing shot to The Karate Hottie's body! She's holding her side
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Markos pulls her arm out of danger.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos pushes Michelle Waterson against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Michelle Waterson struggles not allowing Randa Markos improve her position.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos moves on the ground
Markos cannot take advantage in the ground
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Not a desiderable position that Markos is in now. Michelle Waterson is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Markos's side.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie works on the ground with her fingers over Markos's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see that!
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Karate Hottie is able to break the lock.
Markos clumsily fails here and it's time for Michelle Waterson to fight back!
Michelle Waterson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Markos blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Karate Hottie's guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson tries to turn away and scramble out. Randa Markos takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Michelle Waterson spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
Incredible haymaker from Michelle Waterson!
You can see Randa Markos's head being snapped backwards!
Markos's Mouth is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Markos has a small cut in her Mouth
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
Michelle Waterson is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Randa Markos paws at The Karate Hottie.
The Karate Hottie answers with solid punches!
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
The Karate Hottie tries to show some ground skills
Michelle Waterson put Markos in half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos goes for an americana!
The Karate Hottie breaks free.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
Winner is Michelle Waterson by Split decision
Statistics: Michelle Waterson
Punches 28/35 (80%)
Kicks 4/8 (50%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 17/31 (55%)
Submissions 18/18 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1013 s
Statistics: Randa Markos
Punches 3/13 (23%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 15/19 (79%)
GnP strikes 10/64 (16%)
Submissions 18/18 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1022 s
Very close fight.
Ferocious staredown by Markos while Steve Mazzagatti recites the rules.
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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The Karate Hottie and Markos move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
As the fight continues it seems that Randa Markos is taking the best of the fight.
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson shows great balance while pushing away Randa Markos
Markos looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Michelle Waterson's punches
Markos is on the receiving end of a great combo by The Karate Hottie.
High kick from Michelle Waterson!
Markos seems to be done!
A bad move from Randa Markos
allows The Karate Hottie to land a solid head kick.
Michelle Waterson moves forward and launches a low kick.
Markos blocks that.
Michelle Waterson gets sloppy and Randa Markos tries to take advantage...
Randa Markos tries a hook to the body
but The Karate Hottie manages to dodge it
The Karate Hottie goes for a low kick..
Markos avoids the deadly blow.
Michelle Waterson gets sloppy and Randa Markos tries to take advantage...
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson is cooling the fight on the ground
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Randa Markos keeps control and remains in side mount.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Michelle Waterson work her BJJ game.
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Stand up! This is what Markos's cornermen are shouting. Michelle Waterson is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Michelle Waterson attempts to move to full guard
Randa Markos keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Markos's side.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson sits up and gets an arm around Markos's neck!
Markos pushes Michelle Waterson back to the ground.
Markos tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Randa Markos aggressively and repeatedly punches The Karate Hottie.
Good job by The Karate Hottie blocking and slipping the blows.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson attempts to move to full guard
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson throws up a triangle attempt!
Randa Markos postures up and breaks the triangle.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Randa Markos uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Markos blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Markos's ribs.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Randa Markos uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie attempts a triangle from bottom! Randa Markos slips out. The Karate Hottie quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Randa Markos slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Markos is trying to counter now!
Randa Markos opts to go after her opponent and jumps inside The Karate Hottie's guard.
The Karate Hottie fights back with her feet, forcing Markos to try something else.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos goes for an americana!
The Karate Hottie breaks free.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Stand up! This is what The Karate Hottie's cornermen are shouting. Randa Markos is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Randa Markos isolates Michelle Waterson's left arm looking for an armbar...
Michelle Waterson manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Randa Markos lost her dominant position.
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Markos's side.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson tries to turn in and scramble out. Randa Markos timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Michelle Waterson slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Markos tries to move on the ground and shows Michelle Waterson a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Markos's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Michelle Waterson pushes Randa Markos against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
The Karate Hottie jumps and tries to free her leg! Markos doesn't allow this but Michelle Waterson is able to get half guard here.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Michelle Waterson tries to pass Randa Markos's guard...
Michelle Waterson manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos tries to show some ground skills
The Karate Hottie uses her strength to keep The Karate Hottie at a disadvantage
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Michelle Waterson fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Markos's face!
Markos's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Randa Markos. 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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos looks to mount Michelle Waterson...
Michelle Waterson sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos aggressively and repeatedly punches The Karate Hottie.
Good job by The Karate Hottie blocking and slipping the blows.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 The Karate Hottie.
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Round 2
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Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie tries to move on the ground and shows Randa Markos a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
The Karate Hottie uses her forearms to block the impact!
The Karate Hottie tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
The Karate Hottie tries an armbar from the bottom!
Randa Markos breaks the lock and moves herself to side control.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos isolates Michelle Waterson's right arm looking for an armbar...
Michelle Waterson manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Randa Markos lost her dominant position.
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Markos attempts a triangle from bottom! Michelle Waterson slips out. Markos quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Michelle Waterson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
The Karate Hottie is trying to counter now!
The Karate Hottie launches a kick to Markos's thigh
Loud pop!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Randa Markos seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Michelle Waterson!
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Randa Markos tries to bring the fight to the ground
The Karate Hottie goes down.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Markos positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
The Karate Hottie's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Good looking punches from Randa Markos on the ground
deflected by The Karate Hottie.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Karate Hottie is able to break the lock.
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
Michelle Waterson sits up and gets an arm around Markos's neck!
Markos pushes Michelle Waterson back to 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.
Markos grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Randa Markos
Crushing shot to The Karate Hottie's body! She's holding her side
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie tries to close her guard around Markos
She succeeds!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to pass Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos passes momentarily but Michelle Waterson regains full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to escape from closed guard...
Markos struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Randa Markos cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Markos is trying to counter now!
Michelle Waterson tries to turn in and scramble out. Randa Markos timed her perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Michelle Waterson slips her head out and manages to gain top control.
Michelle Waterson is in open guard over Markos
Markos reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Karate Hottie blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
The Karate Hottie shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Markos pushes Michelle Waterson forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Markos tries to cover her face,
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos struggles on the ground and tries to break Michelle Waterson's guard...
The Karate Hottie doesn't want to free her opponent and Markos continues in closed guard
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos 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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) is cheering her!
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos isolates Michelle Waterson's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Michelle Waterson is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Poorly executed technique. Michelle Waterson looks to counter!
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
The Karate Hottie's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
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.
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos throws a few hammer fists to the face of Michelle Waterson
Blocked by The Karate Hottie.
The Karate Hottie is trying to counter now!
Michelle Waterson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Markos blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Karate Hottie's guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Stand up! This is what Markos's cornermen are shouting. Michelle Waterson is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Michelle Waterson launches a few punches to Markos's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Markos tries to cover her face,
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Not a desiderable position that The Karate Hottie is in now. Randa Markos is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Randa Markos tries a kimura
The Karate Hottie breaks the lock.
Randa Markos gets sloppy and Michelle Waterson tries to take advantage...
Michelle Waterson attempts to move to full guard
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Markos spins out, but Michelle Waterson was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Markos is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Michelle Waterson. 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.
Markos looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Michelle Waterson's punches
Markos is on the receiving end of a great combo by The Karate Hottie.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Markos grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The Karate Hottie struggles... Randa Markos is unable to take her down
Randa Markos and The Karate Hottie engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Michelle Waterson is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Crushing shot to Markos's body! She's holding her side
Michelle Waterson tries a nice one-two combination
She scores!
Randa Markos fires an unorthodox punch to The Karate Hottie's torso
that goes wide.
Michelle Waterson throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Markos's Chin is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Michelle Waterson!
Markos is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Not a desiderable position that Markos is in now. Michelle Waterson is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Michelle Waterson!
Markos ducks under...
Markos is trying to counter now!
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Michelle Waterson attempts to trap Randa Markos in her guard.
Michelle Waterson manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to open up The Karate Hottie with a few strikes with her right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and The Karate Hottie is trying to block them with her hands...
The Karate Hottie's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos moves on the ground
Markos cannot take advantage in the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Karate Hottie rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
The Karate Hottie climbs to her feet and is standing now.
The Karate Hottie is standing while Markos is on the ground on her back
Randa Markos doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Markos climbs to her feet and is standing now.
A punch from Randa Markos
gets blocked by The Karate Hottie.
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
Michelle Waterson attempts to cut off Markos with punches
Markos reels from the strikes.
Michelle Waterson is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Markos seems hesitant as if she would give the initiative to her opponent.
Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to improve position.
The Karate Hottie adjusts and closes her guard.
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos struggles on the ground and tries to break Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos is in The Karate Hottie open guard now
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Karate Hottie is able to break the lock.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
The Karate Hottie is trying to counter now!
The Karate Hottie tries to close her guard around Markos
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Good looking punches from Randa Markos on the ground
deflected by The Karate Hottie.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to escape from closed guard...
The Karate Hottie waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Randa Markos! She is reversed and nor Michelle Waterson is on half guard!
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Not a desiderable position that The Karate Hottie is in now. Randa Markos is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Randa Markos attempts to move to full guard
Randa Markos manages to switch to full guard.
Michelle Waterson is in closed guard over Markos
Randa Markos launches a few punches to The Karate Hottie's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The Karate Hottie tries to cover her face,
Michelle Waterson is in closed guard over Markos
The Karate Hottie positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Markos's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Michelle Waterson gets sloppy and Randa Markos tries to take advantage...
Markos reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Karate Hottie blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Michelle Waterson tries a kimura
Markos breaks the lock.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos launches a few punches to The Karate Hottie's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The Karate Hottie tries to cover her face,
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos attempts to trap Michelle Waterson in her guard.
Randa Markos manages to switch to half guard.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Randa Markos tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Poorly executed technique. Michelle Waterson looks to counter!
The Karate Hottie tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Markos from the side mount!
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Markos measures the resilience of The Karate Hottie's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
The Karate Hottie blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Michelle Waterson goes for an americana!
Markos breaks free.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is maybe for Randa Markos, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Randa Markos attempts a sweep single...
Randa Markos catches Michelle Waterson's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Markos.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Markos blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Randa Markos looks to counter!
Randa Markos positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
The Karate Hottie covers herself well
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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
Markos fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Michelle Waterson didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos pushes Michelle Waterson against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Michelle Waterson struggles not allowing Randa Markos improve her position.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos hovers above The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson stops her from throwing strikes.
Markos clumsily fails here and it's time for Michelle Waterson to fight back!
The Karate Hottie reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Markos blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to free her leg...
The Karate Hottie doesn't allow any movement here! She's cooling the fight on the ground.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Randa Markos work her BJJ game.
Randa Markos tries a kimura
The Karate Hottie breaks the lock.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
Randa Markos hooks The Karate Hottie's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Michelle Waterson manages to kick Markos away and scrambles on top!
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.
Markos attempts a shoot
Michelle Waterson hops back and delivers a powerful kick to her head!
There is a small laceration on Randa Markos's Forehead
Randa Markos attempts a sweep single...
Michelle Waterson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos aggressively and repeatedly punches The Karate Hottie.
Good job by The Karate Hottie blocking and slipping the blows.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie works on the ground with her fingers over Markos's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see the foul!
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie tries to close her guard around Markos
She succeeds!
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to escape from closed guard...
The Karate Hottie waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Randa Markos! She is reversed and nor Michelle Waterson is on half guard!
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
Randa Markos attempts to move to full guard
Michelle Waterson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michelle Waterson is in half guard over Markos
The Karate Hottie is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
The Karate Hottie tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Markos from the side mount!
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
The Karate Hottie is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Markos's ribs.
Markos is noticing that and her face shows the pain.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos tries to move on the ground and shows Michelle Waterson a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Markos's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos attempts to trap Michelle Waterson in her guard.
Michelle Waterson keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Randa Markos attempts to trap Michelle Waterson in her guard.
Michelle Waterson keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Michelle Waterson is in side mount over Randa Markos
Markos is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Markos launches a few weak punches
The Karate Hottie blocks them effectively.
The Karate Hottie tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
The Karate Hottie tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
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.
Michelle Waterson and Markos engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Randa Markos shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Michelle Waterson is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Markos into her guard.
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Markos struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Randa Markos tries to pass Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos passes momentarily but Michelle Waterson regains full guard.
The clock says 4:45 in the 4 round
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos throws a few hammer fists to the face of Michelle Waterson
Solid shots!
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie attempts a triangle from bottom! Randa Markos slips out. The Karate Hottie quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Randa Markos slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Markos tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Markos cartwheels towards The Karate Hottie!
The Karate Hottie fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Michelle Waterson is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Markos moves forward looking for some action
Randa Markos shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Markos tries to take Michelle Waterson to the ground from the clinch...
The Karate Hottie shows her sprawl skills and remains on her feet.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Markos grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Randa Markos
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to pass to half guard...
Michelle Waterson's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos is in closed guard... The Karate Hottie tries to roll on the ground!
Randa Markos uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Markos tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Randa Markos tries to open The Karate Hottie's guard...
The Karate Hottie breaks the lock and covers herself from Markos's punches
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
The Karate Hottie leans and gets Randa Markos's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to pass Michelle Waterson's guard...
Randa Markos passes momentarily but Michelle Waterson regains full guard.
Randa Markos is in closed guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Michelle Waterson holds Randa Markos and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Markos misses a step and Michelle Waterson sees an opportunity to counter her!
The Karate Hottie switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Markos struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
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 Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Markos launches a stiff jab!
The Karate Hottie ducks that one.
The Karate Hottie steps backwards away from Randa Markos. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Michelle Waterson fakes a move and moves laterally.
Brutal-looking high kick from Michelle Waterson!
Markos dodges!
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Randa Markos tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Karate Hottie is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Crushing shot to The Karate Hottie's body! She's holding her side
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Markos pulls her arm out of danger.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos pushes Michelle Waterson against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Michelle Waterson struggles not allowing Randa Markos improve her position.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Markos moves on the ground
Markos cannot take advantage in the ground
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Not a desiderable position that Markos is in now. Michelle Waterson is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
The Karate Hottie measures the resilience of Markos's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Markos's side.
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
The Karate Hottie works on the ground with her fingers over Markos's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see that!
Randa Markos is in open guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Karate Hottie is able to break the lock.
Markos clumsily fails here and it's time for Michelle Waterson to fight back!
Michelle Waterson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Markos blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Karate Hottie's guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson tries to turn away and scramble out. Randa Markos takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Michelle Waterson spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sinan Erdem Dome (Istanbul, Turkey) are cheering for the fighters.
Incredible haymaker from Michelle Waterson!
You can see Randa Markos's head being snapped backwards!
Markos's Mouth is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Markos has a small cut in her Mouth
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
Michelle Waterson is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Randa Markos paws at The Karate Hottie.
The Karate Hottie answers with solid punches!
Markos is holding Michelle Waterson's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Michelle Waterson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Randa Markos is in side mount over Michelle Waterson
The Karate Hottie tries to show some ground skills
Michelle Waterson put Markos in half guard.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Michelle Waterson tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Randa Markos is in half guard over The Karate Hottie
Randa Markos goes for an americana!
The Karate Hottie breaks free.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
Winner is Michelle Waterson by Split decision
Statistics: Michelle Waterson
Punches 28/35 (80%)
Kicks 4/8 (50%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 17/31 (55%)
Submissions 18/18 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1013 s
Statistics: Randa Markos
Punches 3/13 (23%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 15/19 (79%)
GnP strikes 10/64 (16%)
Submissions 18/18 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1022 s
Very close fight.