Post by The Sandmen on Aug 9, 2013 13:25:33 GMT -5
Michael Chandler raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Chad Mendes looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
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 John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Michael Chandler and Chad Mendes touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Chandler wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Mendes doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
Mendes shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Some nice shots from Chad Mendes
miss their mark.
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and launches himself over Mendes!
Nice move by Chandler who clinches and pushes Mendes against the cage
Mendes doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Michael Chandler pushes Mendes forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Mendes doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Mendes who put distance between them
Michael Chandler tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chad Mendes jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chad Mendes didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Hard blow to Mendes's mid-section, he seems hurt
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler moves on the ground
Chandler cannot take advantage in the ground
Poorly executed technique. Chad Mendes looks to counter!
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to pass Chad Mendes's guard...
Michael Chandler passes momentarily but Chad Mendes regains full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Chandler tries to escape from the closed guard
Chandler succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Chandler can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Michael Chandler tries to pass to half guard...
Chad Mendes can't prevent his opponent from passing. Chandler looks to work from half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler hooks Mendes's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Chad Mendes manages to kick Chandler away and scrambles on top!
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Chad Mendes to fight back!
Chad Mendes attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Chandler throws a few hammer fists to the face of Chad Mendes
Solid shots!
Mendes's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Chad Mendes's Nose
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Chandler tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Mendes is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Mendes struggles and frees his leg!
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler pushes Mendes's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Chandler who is in full mount! Mendes is in trouble now!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler throws a few hammer fists to the face of Chad Mendes
Solid shots!
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Chad Mendes gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes tries to stand up!
Chandler doesn't allow him!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Michael Chandler work his BJJ game.
Mendes tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Mendes's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Mendes's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Mendes's being punished here!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler catch Chad Mendes's right arm and tries a kimura
Chad Mendes holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Chad Mendes. 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 Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Chad Mendes is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Mendes launches a few weak punches
Chandler blocks them effectively.
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler tries to pass Chad Mendes's guard...
Michael Chandler passes momentarily but Chad Mendes regains full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Chandler is in closed guard... Mendes tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Michael Chandler has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
The two exchange wildly
Mendes is connecting with a few punches
Mendes looks to be in very good shape.
Good movement from Mendes
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Chandler can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and launches himself over Chad Mendes
Great move by Chandler who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Mendes pushes off of Michael Chandler and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Chandler stumbles backwards but Chad Mendes chases him and continues the rain of blows!
Michael Chandler pushes away Mendes trying to keep the fight at striking range
Mendes doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Michael Chandler
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Mendes is launching some bone breaking punches to Chandler's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Michael Chandler's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chad Mendes launches a few punches towards Chandler's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Michael Chandler receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chandler pushes Chad Mendes against the fence and launches a few sick punches
Mendes blocks and pushes away his opponent creating space between them.
Chad Mendes is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Mendes tries to grapple
He puts Chandler in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Mendes and Michael Chandler are cliched up against the cage. Mendes hammers Chandler face and hooks Chandler leg
Michael Chandler is on his back after that trip
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Mendes pulls his arm out of danger.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Chandler's ribs.
Chandler blocks Chad Mendes's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Poorly executed technique. Michael Chandler looks to counter!
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Chad Mendes uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) is cheering him!
Chad Mendes is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Chad Mendes in his guard.
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Mendes moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Mendes uses his strength to keep Mendes at a disadvantage
Chad Mendes is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chad Mendes looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Mendes tries to move to full mount
Mendes succeeds
Chad Mendes is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to escape from the full mount...
Chandler struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
John McCarthy 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.
Mendes wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Mendes moves forward and holds Chandler
The fighters are clinching.
Mendes pushes off of Michael Chandler and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Chandler holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
Chad Mendes gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Michael Chandler locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Chad Mendes slips his head out and ends up in Michael Chandler's guard.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Mendes pulls his arm out of danger.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Chad Mendes uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Chandler's being punished here!
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Mendes is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chad Mendes tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Mendes moves backwards and Michael Chandler is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Mendes is swinging for the fences!
Chandler backpedals and creates space. Chad Mendes is asking him if he is going to fight!
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
A right hand from Michael Chandler
surprises Mendes!
Mendes grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Mendes moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes pushes Michael Chandler against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Mendes jumps and tries to free his leg! Chandler doesn't allow this but Chad Mendes is able to get half guard here.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to move on the ground and shows Chad Mendes a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Chandler uses his forearms to block the impact!
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Pitty-pat punches from Mendes
Michael Chandler doesn't flinch.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler breaths deeply while on the ground
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Mendes tries to get a side mount...
Chandler wraps his leg around Chad Mendes leg and prevents him from moving.
Chandler is trying to counter now!
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Chandler put Chad Mendes in closed guard.
John McCarthy 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.
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
A furious flurry of punches from Michael Chandler
puts Mendes in a world of hurt!
Crisp uppercut by Chandler followed by a hard jab
Chad Mendes stumbles back.
Chad Mendes and Chandler engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Michael Chandler is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Chandler gets a grip on his opponent
and barrels forward, spiking him on his head!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler moves on the ground
Michael Chandler moves to side mount
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Mendes's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Michael Chandler pushes Chad Mendes down and prevents his attempts to escape
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Mendes breaks the lock showing some skills...
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Chandler can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Michael Chandler takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Chad Mendes shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Chad Mendes breaks that americana attempt!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Mendes is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Chandler misses a step and Chad Mendes sees an opportunity to counter him!
Mendes tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Michael Chandler doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler isolates Chad Mendes's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Chad Mendes is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Chandler misses a step and Chad Mendes sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Chad Mendes!
Chandler ducks under...
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Chandler grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Michael Chandler
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Deep breaths from Chad Mendes who tries a hammer punch to Chandler's ribs.
Chandler blocks those punches
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Mendes's being punished here!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Michael Chandler has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chad Mendes didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Mendes's body! He's holding his side
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chad Mendes doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Chandler's moves.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler is in open guard over Mendes... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Mendes rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Michael Chandler. 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 Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Chad Mendes attempts a sweep single...
Chad Mendes catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Mendes.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler rolls him over and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes
Chad Mendes launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 1:50 in the 4 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Mendes! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Mendes is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Mendes cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Chandler can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Michael Chandler slides his arm under Chad Mendes's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Chad Mendes pulls down on Michael Chandler's hand and staves off danger
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Chandler has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Mendes.
Nicely done! Chandler now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Chad Mendes launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Chandler tries to cover his face,
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Chad Mendes launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Mendes!
Mendes adopts the turtle defense and Chandler is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
John McCarthy 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.
Chad Mendes takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
Chad Mendes tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler won't budge, forcing Mendes to pull guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Chandler is in closed guard... Mendes tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Michael Chandler!
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Chad Mendes is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to roll to his side and trap Chad Mendes in his guard...
Michael Chandler gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Chad Mendes is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to roll to his side and trap Chad Mendes in his guard...
Michael Chandler moves to half guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Chandler steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll on the ground...
Chandler knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Michael Chandler.
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Round 5
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Michael Chandler launches a body shot
Mendes evades.
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler begins to launch a barrage of punches over Mendes
this is getting worse and worse for Mendes
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Mendes is holding Michael Chandler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler shows great balance while pushing away Chad Mendes
Bone shattering straight right hand from Chad Mendes!
Chandler is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Chandler is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chandler feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Mendes's Chin is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Chandler is holding Chad Mendes's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Chad Mendes loses balance and goes to the ground.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Chandler's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to move on the ground and shows Chad Mendes a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Chandler's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes passes momentarily but Michael Chandler sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:35 in the 5 round
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Mendes blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Chandler's guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Mendes is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler suddenly holds Chad Mendes's arm and tries an armbar!
Mendes can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Michael Chandler!
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Terrible one sided match... Mendes was not ready to fight a fighter of Michael Chandler caliber.
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Michael Chandler rolls Chad Mendes to his stomach and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Mendes! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Mendes is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Mendes misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Michael Chandler throws his leg over Chad Mendes's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Michael Chandler's rear naked choke attempt!
Chad Mendes frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Michael Chandler and ends up on top!
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
John McCarthy 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.
Mendes grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Chandler struggles... Chad Mendes is unable to take him down
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Mendes's chin
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chad Mendes didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 4:20 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler pushes Chad Mendes against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Chandler jumps and tries to free his leg! Mendes doesn't allow this but Michael Chandler is able to get half guard here.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Chandler tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Mendes from the side mount!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Michael Chandler has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Michael Chandler by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Michael Chandler
Punches 18/25 (72%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/16 (100%)
Submissions 16/16 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 1062 s
Statistics: Chad Mendes
Punches 6/15 (40%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 9/19 (47%)
Takedowns 4/7 (57%)
GnP strikes 6/27 (22%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 1062 s
Huge, dominating win from Chandler. Welcome back, it seems.
Chad Mendes looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
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 John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Michael Chandler and Chad Mendes touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Chandler wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Mendes doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
Mendes shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Some nice shots from Chad Mendes
miss their mark.
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and launches himself over Mendes!
Nice move by Chandler who clinches and pushes Mendes against the cage
Mendes doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Michael Chandler pushes Mendes forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Mendes doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Mendes who put distance between them
Michael Chandler tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chad Mendes jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chad Mendes didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Hard blow to Mendes's mid-section, he seems hurt
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler moves on the ground
Chandler cannot take advantage in the ground
Poorly executed technique. Chad Mendes looks to counter!
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to pass Chad Mendes's guard...
Michael Chandler passes momentarily but Chad Mendes regains full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Chandler tries to escape from the closed guard
Chandler succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Chandler can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Michael Chandler tries to pass to half guard...
Chad Mendes can't prevent his opponent from passing. Chandler looks to work from half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler hooks Mendes's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Chad Mendes manages to kick Chandler away and scrambles on top!
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Chad Mendes to fight back!
Chad Mendes attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Chandler throws a few hammer fists to the face of Chad Mendes
Solid shots!
Mendes's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Chad Mendes's Nose
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Chandler tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Mendes is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Mendes struggles and frees his leg!
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler pushes Mendes's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Chandler who is in full mount! Mendes is in trouble now!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler throws a few hammer fists to the face of Chad Mendes
Solid shots!
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Chad Mendes gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes tries to stand up!
Chandler doesn't allow him!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Michael Chandler work his BJJ game.
Mendes tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Mendes's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Mendes's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Mendes's being punished here!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler catch Chad Mendes's right arm and tries a kimura
Chad Mendes holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Chad Mendes. 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 Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Chad Mendes is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Mendes launches a few weak punches
Chandler blocks them effectively.
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler tries to pass Chad Mendes's guard...
Michael Chandler passes momentarily but Chad Mendes regains full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Chandler is in closed guard... Mendes tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Michael Chandler has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
The two exchange wildly
Mendes is connecting with a few punches
Mendes looks to be in very good shape.
Good movement from Mendes
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Chandler can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and launches himself over Chad Mendes
Great move by Chandler who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Mendes pushes off of Michael Chandler and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Chandler stumbles backwards but Chad Mendes chases him and continues the rain of blows!
Michael Chandler pushes away Mendes trying to keep the fight at striking range
Mendes doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Michael Chandler
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Mendes is launching some bone breaking punches to Chandler's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Michael Chandler's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chad Mendes launches a few punches towards Chandler's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Michael Chandler receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chandler pushes Chad Mendes against the fence and launches a few sick punches
Mendes blocks and pushes away his opponent creating space between them.
Chad Mendes is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Mendes tries to grapple
He puts Chandler in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Mendes and Michael Chandler are cliched up against the cage. Mendes hammers Chandler face and hooks Chandler leg
Michael Chandler is on his back after that trip
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Mendes pulls his arm out of danger.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Chandler's ribs.
Chandler blocks Chad Mendes's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Poorly executed technique. Michael Chandler looks to counter!
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Chad Mendes uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) is cheering him!
Chad Mendes is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Chad Mendes in his guard.
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Mendes moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Mendes uses his strength to keep Mendes at a disadvantage
Chad Mendes is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chad Mendes looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Mendes tries to move to full mount
Mendes succeeds
Chad Mendes is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to escape from the full mount...
Chandler struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
John McCarthy 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.
Mendes wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Mendes moves forward and holds Chandler
The fighters are clinching.
Mendes pushes off of Michael Chandler and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Chandler holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
Chad Mendes gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Michael Chandler locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Chad Mendes slips his head out and ends up in Michael Chandler's guard.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Mendes pulls his arm out of danger.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Chad Mendes uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Chandler's being punished here!
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Mendes is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chad Mendes tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Mendes moves backwards and Michael Chandler is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Mendes is swinging for the fences!
Chandler backpedals and creates space. Chad Mendes is asking him if he is going to fight!
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
A right hand from Michael Chandler
surprises Mendes!
Mendes grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Mendes moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes pushes Michael Chandler against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Mendes jumps and tries to free his leg! Chandler doesn't allow this but Chad Mendes is able to get half guard here.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to move on the ground and shows Chad Mendes a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Chandler uses his forearms to block the impact!
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Pitty-pat punches from Mendes
Michael Chandler doesn't flinch.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler breaths deeply while on the ground
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Mendes tries to get a side mount...
Chandler wraps his leg around Chad Mendes leg and prevents him from moving.
Chandler is trying to counter now!
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Chandler put Chad Mendes in closed guard.
John McCarthy 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.
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
A furious flurry of punches from Michael Chandler
puts Mendes in a world of hurt!
Crisp uppercut by Chandler followed by a hard jab
Chad Mendes stumbles back.
Chad Mendes and Chandler engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Michael Chandler is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Chandler gets a grip on his opponent
and barrels forward, spiking him on his head!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler moves on the ground
Michael Chandler moves to side mount
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Mendes's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Michael Chandler pushes Chad Mendes down and prevents his attempts to escape
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Mendes breaks the lock showing some skills...
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Chandler can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Michael Chandler takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Chad Mendes shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Chad Mendes breaks that americana attempt!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Mendes is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Chandler misses a step and Chad Mendes sees an opportunity to counter him!
Mendes tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Michael Chandler doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler isolates Chad Mendes's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Chad Mendes is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Chandler misses a step and Chad Mendes sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Chad Mendes!
Chandler ducks under...
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Chandler grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Michael Chandler
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Deep breaths from Chad Mendes who tries a hammer punch to Chandler's ribs.
Chandler blocks those punches
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Mendes's being punished here!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Michael Chandler has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chad Mendes didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Mendes's body! He's holding his side
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chad Mendes doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Chandler's moves.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Mendes tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Chandler is in open guard over Mendes... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Mendes rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Michael Chandler. 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 Malmo Arena (Malmo, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Chad Mendes attempts a sweep single...
Chad Mendes catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Mendes.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler rolls him over and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes
Chad Mendes launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 1:50 in the 4 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Mendes! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Mendes is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Mendes cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Chandler can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Michael Chandler slides his arm under Chad Mendes's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Chad Mendes pulls down on Michael Chandler's hand and staves off danger
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Chandler has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Mendes.
Nicely done! Chandler now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Chad Mendes launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Chandler tries to cover his face,
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Mendes breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with two hooks in
Chad Mendes launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Mendes!
Mendes adopts the turtle defense and Chandler is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
John McCarthy 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.
Chad Mendes takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
Chad Mendes tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler won't budge, forcing Mendes to pull guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Mendes
Chandler is in closed guard... Mendes tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Michael Chandler!
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Chad Mendes is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to roll to his side and trap Chad Mendes in his guard...
Michael Chandler gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Chad Mendes is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to roll to his side and trap Chad Mendes in his guard...
Michael Chandler moves to half guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Chandler steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll on the ground...
Chandler knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Michael Chandler.
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Round 5
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Michael Chandler launches a body shot
Mendes evades.
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler begins to launch a barrage of punches over Mendes
this is getting worse and worse for Mendes
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Mendes is holding Michael Chandler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler shows great balance while pushing away Chad Mendes
Bone shattering straight right hand from Chad Mendes!
Chandler is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Chandler is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Chandler feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Mendes's Chin is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Chandler is holding Chad Mendes's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Chad Mendes loses balance and goes to the ground.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Mendes is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Chandler's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to move on the ground and shows Chad Mendes a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Chandler's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Chad Mendes tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Chad Mendes passes momentarily but Michael Chandler sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:35 in the 5 round
Chad Mendes is in open guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Mendes blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Chandler's guard.
Chad Mendes is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Mendes is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chandler suddenly holds Chad Mendes's arm and tries an armbar!
Mendes can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Michael Chandler!
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Terrible one sided match... Mendes was not ready to fight a fighter of Michael Chandler caliber.
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Chad Mendes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Michael Chandler rolls Chad Mendes to his stomach and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Mendes! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Mendes with one hook in
Mendes is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Mendes misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Michael Chandler throws his leg over Chad Mendes's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Michael Chandler's rear naked choke attempt!
Chad Mendes frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Michael Chandler and ends up on top!
Chad Mendes is in closed guard over Chandler
Mendes is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chad Mendes!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
John McCarthy 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.
Mendes grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Chandler struggles... Chad Mendes is unable to take him down
Mendes clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Mendes's chin
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chad Mendes didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 4:20 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Mendes
Michael Chandler pushes Chad Mendes against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Chandler jumps and tries to free his leg! Mendes doesn't allow this but Michael Chandler is able to get half guard here.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Mendes
Chandler tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Mendes from the side mount!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Chad Mendes attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Chad Mendes
Michael Chandler looks to mount Chad Mendes...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Michael Chandler has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Michael Chandler by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Michael Chandler
Punches 18/25 (72%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/16 (100%)
Submissions 16/16 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 1062 s
Statistics: Chad Mendes
Punches 6/15 (40%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 9/19 (47%)
Takedowns 4/7 (57%)
GnP strikes 6/27 (22%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 1062 s
Huge, dominating win from Chandler. Welcome back, it seems.