Post by The Sandmen on Jun 12, 2013 16:38:34 GMT -5
Meisha Tate doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
Rin Nakai is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
And there you go! I would put my money on Rin Nakai today.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Rin Nakai launches a body shot
Tate dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Nakai's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Rin Nakai attempts to cut off Tate with punches
Tate reels from the strikes.
Meisha Tate tries to bring the fight to the ground
Nakai won't budge, forcing Tate to pull guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Rin Nakai is in closed guard over Tate
Nakai is in closed guard... Tate tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Rin Nakai!
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Meisha Tate controls the situation despite Rin Nakai efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Meisha Tate can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Meisha Tate hovers above Nakai
Good punches to Nakai's body.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai tries to roll to her side and trap Meisha Tate in her guard...
Meisha Tate keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Nakai's face!
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate throws a few hammer fists to the face of Rin Nakai
Solid shots!
There is a small laceration on Rin Nakai's Left eye
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Meisha Tate controls the situation despite Rin Nakai efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai tries to roll to her side and trap Meisha Tate in her guard...
Rin Nakai gets her hips out and gets to full guard.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Nakai's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Tate
Meisha Tate tries to pass Rin Nakai's guard...
Meisha Tate manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to move to full guard
Rin Nakai manages to switch to full guard.
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Nakai's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Tate
Good looking punches from Meisha Tate on the ground
They could take their toll on Nakai.
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate tries to pass to half guard...
Rin Nakai's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate is in closed guard... Nakai tries to roll on the ground!
Meisha Tate uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate throws down elbows...
Nakai is not making herself an easy target.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate aggressively and repeatedly punches Nakai.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Rin Nakai doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Tate's moves.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate 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 Thialf (Heerenveen, Netherlands) is cheering her!
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Good looking punches from Meisha Tate on the ground
They could take their toll on Nakai.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai launches a few punches to Tate's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Tate tries to cover her face,
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to trap Meisha Tate in her guard.
Rin Nakai manages to switch to half guard.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to move to full guard
Meisha Tate keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Nakai measures the resilience of Tate's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tate's side.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Nakai measures the resilience of Tate's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tate's side.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate launches a few punches to Nakai
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Nakai is covering herself! Tate tries to force the situation and Nakai clumsily gives her back!
Tate is in rear mount over Nakai
Nakai sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Nakai tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Rin Nakai. 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 Thialf (Heerenveen, Netherlands) are cheering for the fighters.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Tate.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Rin Nakai closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Rin Nakai is opening up on Tate and raining down combinations!
Tate doesn't look worried as she defends.
Nakai misses a step and Meisha Tate sees an opportunity to counter her!
Meisha Tate just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Nakai may be in trouble!
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Rin Nakai closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Rin Nakai tries to show her boxing skills with a one-two combo
and those punches are landing on Tate's face
Nakai throws a hook
that hits its mark.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Tate studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The two exchange wildly
Tate is connecting with a few punches
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Meisha Tate throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Nakai fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tate sprawls and remains on her feet.
Tate fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rin Nakai didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Tate moves on the ground
Meisha Tate moves to side mount
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Tate's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to trap Meisha Tate in her guard.
Meisha Tate keeps control and remains in side mount.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Tate tries to launch a few punches to Rin Nakai
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting Nakai's defense
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to trap Meisha Tate in her guard.
Rin Nakai manages to switch to full guard.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate tries to open up Rin Nakai's defense faking a few punches.
She is aggressively and repeatedly punching Nakai in the side of the head
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Nakai cornermen are yelling for her man to escape from the ground as Tate can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Tate tries to escape from the closed guard
Tate succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Nakai has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Nakai tries to stand up!
Tate doesn't allow her!
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Nakai tries to stand up!
Tate doesn't allow her!
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Tate tries to jump to side mount.
Rin Nakai closed her guard around Meisha Tate.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Nakai tries to show some ground skills
Tate uses her strength to keep Tate at a disadvantage
Tate tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Meisha Tate tries to open Nakai's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Meisha Tate. Nakai is unable to cover herself now!
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Tate's moves.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate looks to mount Rin Nakai...
Meisha Tate slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Nakai tries to escape from the full mount...
Meisha Tate is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate looks to mount Rin Nakai...
Meisha Tate slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate is getting frustrated here.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Nakai tries to escape from the full mount...
Meisha Tate is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate looks to mount Rin Nakai...
Meisha Tate slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
The round is for Tate, who walks calmly to her corner.
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Round 3
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Rin Nakai charges at Tate throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Tate is rocked!
An overhand right from Rin Nakai that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Tate moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Nakai is holding Meisha Tate's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Meisha Tate shows great balance while pushing away Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai has found an opening in the defense of Tate, launching a big uppercut
Meisha Tate is fast enouigh to dodge that uppercut.
Tate and Nakai circle around the center of the cage.
Nakai moves backwards and Meisha Tate is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Nice low kick from Nakai
but Meisha Tate stops it.
Poorly executed technique. Meisha Tate looks to counter!
Quick hook by Meisha Tate
Good shot! Nakai has reasons to be worried.
Solid shot from Meisha Tate to the body.
Nakai didn't like that.
Nakai ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Meisha Tate is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Meisha Tate goes with a looping right hand while Rin Nakai jumps back and jabs
Nakai seems staggered and Meisha Tate runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Rin Nakai is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Tate into her guard.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate tries to escape from closed guard...
Tate struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! She's just wailing away at Rin Nakai! The referee is saying she's going to stop it if Rin Nakai doesn't defend herself!
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate aggressively and repeatedly punches Nakai.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Nakai's Mouth is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate leans back...
She clobbers Rin Nakai's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
There is a small laceration on Rin Nakai's Right cheek
That punishment by Meisha Tate has left Nakai staggered! Meisha Tate should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate fires a barrage of punches at Nakai's head!
This is bad! Tate is just pounding on Rin Nakai's head like she's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
That punishment by Meisha Tate has left Nakai staggered! Meisha Tate should try push forward now and finish this!
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate tries to pass Rin Nakai's guard...
Meisha Tate manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Rin Nakai seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Meisha Tate!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate moves to better her position on the ground...
Meisha Tate viciously slams hammer blows to Nakai's face!
This is over! That impact from Meisha Tate has left Nakai laying flat on the mat!
Nakai's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
There is a small laceration on Rin Nakai's Forehead
Winner is Meisha Tate by KO (GnP) at 2:42 Round 3
Statistics: Meisha Tate
Punches 14/22 (64%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 47/60 (78%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 495 s
Statistics: Rin Nakai
Punches 12/24 (50%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 6/7 (86%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 495 s
Tate needs toughness, Rin needs aggression and offensive upgrades. Was gonna upgrade both of them for this damned tournament, but they ended up fighting each other in the first damned round. Stupid randomizer.
Rin Nakai is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
And there you go! I would put my money on Rin Nakai today.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Rin Nakai launches a body shot
Tate dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Nakai's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Rin Nakai attempts to cut off Tate with punches
Tate reels from the strikes.
Meisha Tate tries to bring the fight to the ground
Nakai won't budge, forcing Tate to pull guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Rin Nakai is in closed guard over Tate
Nakai is in closed guard... Tate tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Rin Nakai!
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Meisha Tate controls the situation despite Rin Nakai efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Meisha Tate can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Meisha Tate hovers above Nakai
Good punches to Nakai's body.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai tries to roll to her side and trap Meisha Tate in her guard...
Meisha Tate keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Nakai's face!
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate throws a few hammer fists to the face of Rin Nakai
Solid shots!
There is a small laceration on Rin Nakai's Left eye
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Meisha Tate controls the situation despite Rin Nakai efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai tries to roll to her side and trap Meisha Tate in her guard...
Rin Nakai gets her hips out and gets to full guard.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Nakai's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Tate
Meisha Tate tries to pass Rin Nakai's guard...
Meisha Tate manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to move to full guard
Rin Nakai manages to switch to full guard.
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Nakai's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Tate
Good looking punches from Meisha Tate on the ground
They could take their toll on Nakai.
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate tries to pass to half guard...
Rin Nakai's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate is in closed guard... Nakai tries to roll on the ground!
Meisha Tate uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate throws down elbows...
Nakai is not making herself an easy target.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate aggressively and repeatedly punches Nakai.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Rin Nakai doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Tate's moves.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate 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 Thialf (Heerenveen, Netherlands) is cheering her!
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Good looking punches from Meisha Tate on the ground
They could take their toll on Nakai.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai launches a few punches to Tate's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Tate tries to cover her face,
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to trap Meisha Tate in her guard.
Rin Nakai manages to switch to half guard.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to move to full guard
Meisha Tate keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Nakai measures the resilience of Tate's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tate's side.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Nakai measures the resilience of Tate's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tate's side.
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate launches a few punches to Nakai
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Nakai is covering herself! Tate tries to force the situation and Nakai clumsily gives her back!
Tate is in rear mount over Nakai
Nakai sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Nakai tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Rin Nakai. 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 Thialf (Heerenveen, Netherlands) are cheering for the fighters.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Tate.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Rin Nakai closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Rin Nakai is opening up on Tate and raining down combinations!
Tate doesn't look worried as she defends.
Nakai misses a step and Meisha Tate sees an opportunity to counter her!
Meisha Tate just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Nakai may be in trouble!
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Rin Nakai closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Rin Nakai tries to show her boxing skills with a one-two combo
and those punches are landing on Tate's face
Nakai throws a hook
that hits its mark.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Tate studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The two exchange wildly
Tate is connecting with a few punches
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Meisha Tate throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Nakai fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tate sprawls and remains on her feet.
Tate fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rin Nakai didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Tate moves on the ground
Meisha Tate moves to side mount
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Tate's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to trap Meisha Tate in her guard.
Meisha Tate keeps control and remains in side mount.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Tate tries to launch a few punches to Rin Nakai
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting Nakai's defense
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai attempts to trap Meisha Tate in her guard.
Rin Nakai manages to switch to full guard.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate tries to open up Rin Nakai's defense faking a few punches.
She is aggressively and repeatedly punching Nakai in the side of the head
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Nakai cornermen are yelling for her man to escape from the ground as Tate can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Tate tries to escape from the closed guard
Tate succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Nakai has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Nakai tries to stand up!
Tate doesn't allow her!
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Nakai tries to stand up!
Tate doesn't allow her!
Meisha Tate is in open guard over Nakai
Tate tries to jump to side mount.
Rin Nakai closed her guard around Meisha Tate.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Nakai tries to show some ground skills
Tate uses her strength to keep Tate at a disadvantage
Tate tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Meisha Tate tries to open Nakai's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Meisha Tate. Nakai is unable to cover herself now!
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Tate's moves.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate looks to mount Rin Nakai...
Meisha Tate slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Nakai tries to escape from the full mount...
Meisha Tate is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate looks to mount Rin Nakai...
Meisha Tate slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Tate is getting frustrated here.
Meisha Tate is in full mount over Rin Nakai
Nakai tries to escape from the full mount...
Meisha Tate is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate looks to mount Rin Nakai...
Meisha Tate slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
The round is for Tate, who walks calmly to her corner.
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Round 3
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Rin Nakai charges at Tate throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Tate is rocked!
An overhand right from Rin Nakai that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Tate moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Nakai is holding Meisha Tate's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Meisha Tate shows great balance while pushing away Rin Nakai
Rin Nakai has found an opening in the defense of Tate, launching a big uppercut
Meisha Tate is fast enouigh to dodge that uppercut.
Tate and Nakai circle around the center of the cage.
Nakai moves backwards and Meisha Tate is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Nice low kick from Nakai
but Meisha Tate stops it.
Poorly executed technique. Meisha Tate looks to counter!
Quick hook by Meisha Tate
Good shot! Nakai has reasons to be worried.
Solid shot from Meisha Tate to the body.
Nakai didn't like that.
Nakai ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Meisha Tate is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Meisha Tate goes with a looping right hand while Rin Nakai jumps back and jabs
Nakai seems staggered and Meisha Tate runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Rin Nakai is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Tate into her guard.
Meisha Tate is in closed guard over Nakai
Tate tries to escape from closed guard...
Tate struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! She's just wailing away at Rin Nakai! The referee is saying she's going to stop it if Rin Nakai doesn't defend herself!
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate aggressively and repeatedly punches Nakai.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Nakai's Mouth is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate leans back...
She clobbers Rin Nakai's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
There is a small laceration on Rin Nakai's Right cheek
That punishment by Meisha Tate has left Nakai staggered! Meisha Tate should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Tate fires a barrage of punches at Nakai's head!
This is bad! Tate is just pounding on Rin Nakai's head like she's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
That punishment by Meisha Tate has left Nakai staggered! Meisha Tate should try push forward now and finish this!
Meisha Tate is in half guard over Nakai
Meisha Tate tries to pass Rin Nakai's guard...
Meisha Tate manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Rin Nakai seems hurt! She stumbles backwards and she's an easy target for Meisha Tate!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Meisha Tate is in side mount over Rin Nakai
Meisha Tate moves to better her position on the ground...
Meisha Tate viciously slams hammer blows to Nakai's face!
This is over! That impact from Meisha Tate has left Nakai laying flat on the mat!
Nakai's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
There is a small laceration on Rin Nakai's Forehead
Winner is Meisha Tate by KO (GnP) at 2:42 Round 3
Statistics: Meisha Tate
Punches 14/22 (64%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 47/60 (78%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 495 s
Statistics: Rin Nakai
Punches 12/24 (50%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 6/7 (86%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 495 s
Tate needs toughness, Rin needs aggression and offensive upgrades. Was gonna upgrade both of them for this damned tournament, but they ended up fighting each other in the first damned round. Stupid randomizer.