Post by The Sandmen on Apr 8, 2014 16:39:46 GMT -5
Tara LaRosa looks like she has been waiting for this fight forever.
Roxanne Modafferi is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Tara LaRosa and Roxanne Modafferi touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Modafferi steps forward
Tara LaRosa catches her with an uppercut to the face!
Roxanne Modafferi tries a middle kick
LaRosa blocks with her arm! Wow, that was loud!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Crushing shot to LaRosa's body! She's holding her side
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Tara LaRosa's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount
Modafferi succeeds
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
LaRosa breaks the lock showing some skills...
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi sits high on Tara LaRosa's chest and pulls her leg underneath LaRosa's head. There's the triangle attempt!
LaRosa tries to roll out. She's too quick for Roxanne Modafferi and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Modafferi and it cost her top position.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 1:30 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in LaRosa's side.
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Modafferi steps backwards away from Tara LaRosa. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 2:00 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
A left hook from LaRosa
falls short.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Tara LaRosa catches Roxanne Modafferi's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa 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 Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) is cheering her!
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
There is a small laceration on Roxanne Modafferi's Chin
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Pitty-pat punches from LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi doesn't flinch.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to trap Tara LaRosa in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa sits over her knees and pushes away Modafferi's leg!
Tara LaRosa is able to put away her leg and then jumps to side mount.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
LaRosa blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
LaRosa is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Tara LaRosa slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes LaRosa's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
LaRosa put Roxanne Modafferi in closed guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi aggressively and repeatedly punches LaRosa.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
LaRosa's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to jump to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi closed her guard around Tara LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
LaRosa slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Roxanne Modafferi.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Tara LaRosa rolls her over and takes her back!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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LaRosa looks to be in very good shape.
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Modafferi struggles... Tara LaRosa is unable to take her down
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Some nice shots from Roxanne Modafferi
that stun LaRosa.
There is a small laceration on Tara LaRosa's Forehead
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Modafferi shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Modafferi tries to grapple
She puts LaRosa in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa tries to take Roxanne Modafferi down... Modafferi stumbles backwards and Tara LaRosa launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Modafferi's jaw!
The fighters are clinching.
LaRosa launches a few hard punches to Roxanne Modafferi's ribs!
Modafferi struggles and protects herself.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Modafferi gets herself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Modafferi gets hold of a leg and trips LaRosa to the mat!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Tara LaRosa controls the situation despite Roxanne Modafferi efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Tara LaRosa controls the situation despite Roxanne Modafferi efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Modafferi struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to better her position on the ground...
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll on the ground...
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve her position.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve her position.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in LaRosa's side.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
LaRosa blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Modafferi's guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
A left hook from LaRosa
falls short.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Roxanne Modafferi tries a hook to the body
and hits LaRosa ribs hard
LaRosa moves forward looking for some action
Roxanne Modafferi doesn't want to engage and backpedals
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Tara LaRosa throws an uppercut
Modafferi slips it.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Tara LaRosa work her BJJ game.
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Stand up! This is what Modafferi's cornermen are shouting. Tara LaRosa is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Good looking punches from Roxanne Modafferi on the ground
They could take their toll on LaRosa.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Solid jabs from Tara LaRosa.
Nice punches.
Shovel hook by Roxanne Modafferi
tags LaRosa.
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Body shots by Tara LaRosa
Solid blows to Modafferi's abdomen.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi launches a few punches to LaRosa's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because LaRosa tries to cover her face,
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to trap Tara LaRosa in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to posture up and open Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi throws up a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa postures up and breaks the triangle.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
LaRosa tries to escape from closed guard...
Modafferi waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Tara LaRosa! She is reversed and nor Roxanne Modafferi is on half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
Tara LaRosa slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Roxanne Modafferi cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
A right hand from Tara LaRosa
makes Modafferi stumble back!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Quick hook by Tara LaRosa
glances off Modafferi's arms.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Tara LaRosa can't prevent her opponent from passing. Modafferi looks to work from half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi aggressively and repeatedly punches LaRosa.
Good job by LaRosa blocking and slipping the blows.
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Tara LaRosa is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's right arm looking for an armbar...
Tara LaRosa manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
LaRosa struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
LaRosa is trying to counter now!
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve her position.
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 3:25 in the 3 round
Bone shattering straight right hand from Tara LaRosa!
Modafferi is going to have a big headache after that blow!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
LaRosa is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Tremendous strikes from LaRosa!
Some big punches are landing!
Modafferi moves backwards and Tara LaRosa is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Roxanne Modafferi jumps backwards and frees her leg.
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Tara LaRosa is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Tara LaRosa swings...
hard impact to Modafferi's face!
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tara LaRosa
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Roxanne Modafferi has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 4
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Tara LaRosa and Modafferi engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Quick hook by Tara LaRosa
glances off Modafferi's arms.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount
Modafferi succeeds
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi suddenly holds Tara LaRosa's arm and tries an armbar!
LaRosa can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Roxanne Modafferi!
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi launches a few punches to LaRosa's cheek from the guard.
Tara LaRosa uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
LaRosa tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa is in Modafferi open guard now
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Every time Roxanne Modafferi attempts to get inside
LaRosa fires a low kick.
Brilliant combination from Tara LaRosa
that forces Modafferi to try and defend better.
Tara LaRosa attempts to cut off Modafferi with punches
Modafferi avoids getting cornered.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
LaRosa steps forward
Roxanne Modafferi catches her with an uppercut to the face!
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
A high kick from Tara LaRosa
glances off Modafferi.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Tara LaRosa!
Modafferi is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
LaRosa launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Modafferi's face but it seems like one finger has poked her eye! Does the referee see that?
John McCarthy didn't see that!
LaRosa steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
LaRosa showing excellent timing, blasts Roxanne Modafferi with a right hand.
Great hook by Tara LaRosa! Roxanne Modafferi is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
Roxanne Modafferi launches an up-kick intended for Tara LaRosa's head...
It lands flush with Tara LaRosa's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
Roxanne Modafferi 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 LaRosa's moves.
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
LaRosa decides to go after her opponent and jumps inside Modafferi's guard.
Modafferi tries to fight back with her feet and LaRosa just needs another plan now.
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
LaRosa cartwheels towards Modafferi!
She lands in side mount over a surprised Roxanne Modafferi.
The clock says 3:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
Modafferi creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Modafferi is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa moves on the ground
Tara LaRosa moves to side mount
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to show some ground skills
Roxanne Modafferi put LaRosa in half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Roxanne Modafferi sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Modafferi's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by LaRosa who is in full mount! Modafferi is in trouble now!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi moves to half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Roxanne Modafferi rolls over herself and stands up while Tara LaRosa rolls on her back.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Tara LaRosa. 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 Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Tara LaRosa shoots for a double leg takedown!
Roxanne Modafferi sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
Tara LaRosa sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Tara LaRosa and Modafferi engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Roxanne Modafferi is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
LaRosa is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Roxanne Modafferi and LaRosa engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Roxanne Modafferi!
LaRosa is going to have a big headache after that blow!
LaRosa's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Roxanne Modafferi goes with a looping right hand while Tara LaRosa jumps back and jabs
Modafferi seems staggered and Tara LaRosa runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Roxanne Modafferi paws at LaRosa.
LaRosa swings ineffectively.
The clock says 1:05 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Roxanne Modafferi jumps back and jabs
LaRosa only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
A right hand from Tara LaRosa
makes Modafferi stumble back!
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Roxanne Modafferi takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Modafferi steps forward
Tara LaRosa catches her with an uppercut to the face!
Tara LaRosa and Modafferi engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Tara LaRosa is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
A bunch of leg kicks from Tara LaRosa
are blocked by Modafferi.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Crisp uppercut by Modafferi followed by a hard jab
LaRosa deflects the blows.
Modafferi fires low kicks
punishing LaRosa's legs repeatedly.
Roxanne Modafferi takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
LaRosa has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Nice beating Roxanne Modafferi has received.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount!
LaRosa won't allow her to take this position easily.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Roxanne Modafferi slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to her side and trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Tara LaRosa fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi sees and opening and traps her in full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa is a submission wizard. She has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa is in Modafferi open guard now
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Tara LaRosa fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Modafferi's chin
Modafferi's Chin is beginning to swell
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 4:40 in the 5 round
Modafferi decides to launch some tentative punches
LaRosa launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Modafferi with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
LaRosa launches a hook to the body
Bang! Modafferi stops that one with her ribs!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Tara LaRosa.
Winner is Tara LaRosa by Split decision
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 32/59 (54%)
Kicks 3/6 (50%)
Clinch strikes 2/8 (25%)
Takedowns 5/11 (45%)
GnP strikes 3/8 (38%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 764 s
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 23/31 (74%)
Kicks 4/4 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 13/25 (52%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 799 s
This was a much more interesting fight than I thought it would be. For starters, Roxanne has BIG problems. She has terrible toughness and sub-par stamina. But she has some serious “something”. And whatever that “something” is, it’s carrying her much further than her stats are. This makes me wonder what she could do with upgrades to those problem areas. She got beat on quite a bit, but recovered well and stayed in the fight the whole time. This was a VERY even fight. LaRosa seemed to consistently have a SLIGHT edge in damage done through the whole fight, but Roxy was returning a great deal of that right back. Again, given her problem areas, this is absolutely remarkable to me. Toughness and stamina are huge.
Roxanne Modafferi is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Tara LaRosa and Roxanne Modafferi touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Modafferi steps forward
Tara LaRosa catches her with an uppercut to the face!
Roxanne Modafferi tries a middle kick
LaRosa blocks with her arm! Wow, that was loud!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Crushing shot to LaRosa's body! She's holding her side
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Tara LaRosa's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount
Modafferi succeeds
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
LaRosa breaks the lock showing some skills...
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi sits high on Tara LaRosa's chest and pulls her leg underneath LaRosa's head. There's the triangle attempt!
LaRosa tries to roll out. She's too quick for Roxanne Modafferi and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Modafferi and it cost her top position.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 1:30 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in LaRosa's side.
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Modafferi steps backwards away from Tara LaRosa. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 2:00 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
A left hook from LaRosa
falls short.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Tara LaRosa catches Roxanne Modafferi's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa 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 Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) is cheering her!
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
There is a small laceration on Roxanne Modafferi's Chin
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Pitty-pat punches from LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi doesn't flinch.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to trap Tara LaRosa in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa sits over her knees and pushes away Modafferi's leg!
Tara LaRosa is able to put away her leg and then jumps to side mount.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
LaRosa blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
LaRosa is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Tara LaRosa slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes LaRosa's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
LaRosa put Roxanne Modafferi in closed guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi aggressively and repeatedly punches LaRosa.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
LaRosa's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to jump to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi closed her guard around Tara LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
LaRosa slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Roxanne Modafferi.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Tara LaRosa rolls her over and takes her back!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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LaRosa looks to be in very good shape.
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Modafferi struggles... Tara LaRosa is unable to take her down
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Some nice shots from Roxanne Modafferi
that stun LaRosa.
There is a small laceration on Tara LaRosa's Forehead
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Modafferi shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Modafferi tries to grapple
She puts LaRosa in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa tries to take Roxanne Modafferi down... Modafferi stumbles backwards and Tara LaRosa launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Modafferi's jaw!
The fighters are clinching.
LaRosa launches a few hard punches to Roxanne Modafferi's ribs!
Modafferi struggles and protects herself.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Modafferi gets herself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Modafferi gets hold of a leg and trips LaRosa to the mat!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Tara LaRosa controls the situation despite Roxanne Modafferi efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Tara LaRosa controls the situation despite Roxanne Modafferi efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Modafferi struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to better her position on the ground...
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll on the ground...
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve her position.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve her position.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi measures the resilience of LaRosa's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in LaRosa's side.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
LaRosa blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Modafferi's guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
A left hook from LaRosa
falls short.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Roxanne Modafferi tries a hook to the body
and hits LaRosa ribs hard
LaRosa moves forward looking for some action
Roxanne Modafferi doesn't want to engage and backpedals
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Tara LaRosa throws an uppercut
Modafferi slips it.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Tara LaRosa work her BJJ game.
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Stand up! This is what Modafferi's cornermen are shouting. Tara LaRosa is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Good looking punches from Roxanne Modafferi on the ground
They could take their toll on LaRosa.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Solid jabs from Tara LaRosa.
Nice punches.
Shovel hook by Roxanne Modafferi
tags LaRosa.
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Body shots by Tara LaRosa
Solid blows to Modafferi's abdomen.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi launches a few punches to LaRosa's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because LaRosa tries to cover her face,
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to trap Tara LaRosa in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi manages to switch to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to posture up and open Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Modafferi is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi throws up a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa postures up and breaks the triangle.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
LaRosa tries to escape from closed guard...
Modafferi waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Tara LaRosa! She is reversed and nor Roxanne Modafferi is on half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
Tara LaRosa slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Roxanne Modafferi cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
A right hand from Tara LaRosa
makes Modafferi stumble back!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Quick hook by Tara LaRosa
glances off Modafferi's arms.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Tara LaRosa can't prevent her opponent from passing. Modafferi looks to work from half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi aggressively and repeatedly punches LaRosa.
Good job by LaRosa blocking and slipping the blows.
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Tara LaRosa is able to relieve the pressure on her neck and slip out of the hold.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's right arm looking for an armbar...
Tara LaRosa manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
LaRosa struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
LaRosa is trying to counter now!
Tara LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Roxanne Modafferi struggles not allowing Tara LaRosa improve her position.
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 3:25 in the 3 round
Bone shattering straight right hand from Tara LaRosa!
Modafferi is going to have a big headache after that blow!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
LaRosa is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Tremendous strikes from LaRosa!
Some big punches are landing!
Modafferi moves backwards and Tara LaRosa is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Roxanne Modafferi jumps backwards and frees her leg.
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Tara LaRosa is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Tara LaRosa swings...
hard impact to Modafferi's face!
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tara LaRosa
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Roxanne Modafferi has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 4
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Tara LaRosa and Modafferi engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Roxanne Modafferi is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Quick hook by Tara LaRosa
glances off Modafferi's arms.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount
Modafferi succeeds
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi suddenly holds Tara LaRosa's arm and tries an armbar!
LaRosa can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Roxanne Modafferi!
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi launches a few punches to LaRosa's cheek from the guard.
Tara LaRosa uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
LaRosa tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa is in Modafferi open guard now
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi attempts a triangle from bottom! Tara LaRosa slips out. Modafferi quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Tara LaRosa slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Every time Roxanne Modafferi attempts to get inside
LaRosa fires a low kick.
Brilliant combination from Tara LaRosa
that forces Modafferi to try and defend better.
Tara LaRosa attempts to cut off Modafferi with punches
Modafferi avoids getting cornered.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
LaRosa steps forward
Roxanne Modafferi catches her with an uppercut to the face!
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
A high kick from Tara LaRosa
glances off Modafferi.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Tara LaRosa!
Modafferi is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
LaRosa launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Modafferi's face but it seems like one finger has poked her eye! Does the referee see that?
John McCarthy didn't see that!
LaRosa steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
LaRosa showing excellent timing, blasts Roxanne Modafferi with a right hand.
Great hook by Tara LaRosa! Roxanne Modafferi is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
Roxanne Modafferi launches an up-kick intended for Tara LaRosa's head...
It lands flush with Tara LaRosa's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
Roxanne Modafferi 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 LaRosa's moves.
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
LaRosa decides to go after her opponent and jumps inside Modafferi's guard.
Modafferi tries to fight back with her feet and LaRosa just needs another plan now.
LaRosa is standing while Modafferi is on the ground on her back
LaRosa cartwheels towards Modafferi!
She lands in side mount over a surprised Roxanne Modafferi.
The clock says 3:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
Modafferi creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Modafferi is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa moves on the ground
Tara LaRosa moves to side mount
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to show some ground skills
Roxanne Modafferi put LaRosa in half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Tara LaRosa looks to mount Roxanne Modafferi...
Roxanne Modafferi sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Modafferi's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by LaRosa who is in full mount! Modafferi is in trouble now!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi moves to half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Roxanne Modafferi rolls over herself and stands up while Tara LaRosa rolls on her back.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Tara LaRosa. 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 Scandinavium (Gothenburg, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Tara LaRosa shoots for a double leg takedown!
Roxanne Modafferi sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
Tara LaRosa sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Tara LaRosa and Modafferi engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Roxanne Modafferi is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
LaRosa is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Roxanne Modafferi and LaRosa engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Roxanne Modafferi!
LaRosa is going to have a big headache after that blow!
LaRosa's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Roxanne Modafferi goes with a looping right hand while Tara LaRosa jumps back and jabs
Modafferi seems staggered and Tara LaRosa runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Roxanne Modafferi paws at LaRosa.
LaRosa swings ineffectively.
The clock says 1:05 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Roxanne Modafferi jumps back and jabs
LaRosa only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
A right hand from Tara LaRosa
makes Modafferi stumble back!
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Roxanne Modafferi takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Modafferi steps forward
Tara LaRosa catches her with an uppercut to the face!
Tara LaRosa and Modafferi engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Tara LaRosa is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
A bunch of leg kicks from Tara LaRosa
are blocked by Modafferi.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Crisp uppercut by Modafferi followed by a hard jab
LaRosa deflects the blows.
Modafferi fires low kicks
punishing LaRosa's legs repeatedly.
Roxanne Modafferi takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
LaRosa has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Nice beating Roxanne Modafferi has received.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount!
LaRosa won't allow her to take this position easily.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Roxanne Modafferi slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to her side and trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Tara LaRosa fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Roxanne Modafferi sees and opening and traps her in full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa is a submission wizard. She has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Tara LaRosa is in Modafferi open guard now
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Tara LaRosa fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Modafferi's chin
Modafferi's Chin is beginning to swell
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 4:40 in the 5 round
Modafferi decides to launch some tentative punches
LaRosa launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Modafferi with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
LaRosa launches a hook to the body
Bang! Modafferi stops that one with her ribs!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Tara LaRosa.
Winner is Tara LaRosa by Split decision
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 32/59 (54%)
Kicks 3/6 (50%)
Clinch strikes 2/8 (25%)
Takedowns 5/11 (45%)
GnP strikes 3/8 (38%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 764 s
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 23/31 (74%)
Kicks 4/4 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 13/25 (52%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 799 s
This was a much more interesting fight than I thought it would be. For starters, Roxanne has BIG problems. She has terrible toughness and sub-par stamina. But she has some serious “something”. And whatever that “something” is, it’s carrying her much further than her stats are. This makes me wonder what she could do with upgrades to those problem areas. She got beat on quite a bit, but recovered well and stayed in the fight the whole time. This was a VERY even fight. LaRosa seemed to consistently have a SLIGHT edge in damage done through the whole fight, but Roxy was returning a great deal of that right back. Again, given her problem areas, this is absolutely remarkable to me. Toughness and stamina are huge.