Post by The Sandmen on Dec 16, 2014 18:42:46 GMT -5
Alexander Gustafsson looks very relaxed.
Roy Nelson is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Big Country grabs Alexander Gustafsson
He lifts him up and slams him hard to the mat!
Roy Nelson is in open guard over Gustafsson
Roy Nelson tries to pass to half guard...
Alexander Gustafsson can't prevent his opponent from passing. Big Country looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Roy Nelson is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson manages to switch to full guard.
Roy Nelson is in open guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Big Country's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Country tries to cover his face,
Roy Nelson is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson attempts a triangle from bottom! Roy Nelson slips out. Gustafsson quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Roy Nelson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
Alexander Gustafsson shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexander Gustafsson is absolutely terrifying with his power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Big Country with uppercuts!
Big Country is taking more than he can endure. This could end soon if Big Country is unable to escape!
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Roy Nelson pushes Gustafsson against the cage and tries to work his dirty boxing
Big Country controls Alexander Gustafsson in the clinch and deliver a few uppercuts, nice shots Gustafsson is hurt
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Chin
Alexander Gustafsson tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Gustafsson circles out and slips free of Roy Nelson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 1:30 in the 1 round
1:30 Round 1 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Alexander Gustafsson and Big Country engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Roy Nelson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Gustafsson into his guard.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson hovers above Big Country
Good punches to Big Country's body.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Roy Nelson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Country
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Big Country is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left cheek
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson slides his arm under Roy Nelson's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
Roy Nelson pushes up and slides Alexander Gustafsson's arm over his chin.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Big Country's face with those brutal elbows! Big Country needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Gustafsson throws a few hammer fists to the face of Roy Nelson
Solid shots!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Big Country is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Big Country has Gustafsson controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Gustafsson is unable to move under Big Country control.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Big Country's face with those brutal elbows! Big Country needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Big Country's Chin is beginning to swell
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Big Country launches a few weak punches
Gustafsson blocks them effectively.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Big Country has Gustafsson controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Gustafsson is unable to move under Big Country control.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Big Country is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with one hook in
Gustafsson has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Big Country.
Nicely done! Gustafsson now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Roy Nelson launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Alexander Gustafsson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Big Country, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Gustafsson moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Gustafsson tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Big Country!
Big Country adopts the turtle defense and Gustafsson is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Big Country is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Gustafsson tries to use some of his tricky moves but Gustafsson's is smart enough to counter him.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Alexander Gustafsson tries to open Big Country's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Alexander Gustafsson. Big Country is unable to cover himself now!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Gustafsson tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Big Country!
Gustafsson has one of his arm over Roy Nelson's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Big Country tries to move on the ground and shows Alexander Gustafsson a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Big Country's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Big Country's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Gustafsson tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Big Country!
Gustafsson has one of his arm over Roy Nelson's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Big Country struggles to free himself
Gustafsson is locking that Armbar...
Punishing hold!
Gustafsson is locking that Armbar...
You can see the pain reflected in Big Country's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Big Country's eyes...
Big Country Hyper-extended his left arm
Crippling lock!
Big Country locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Alexander Gustafsson unil he can pull his arm free! Gustafsson lost his dominant position.
Roy Nelson is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Roy Nelson 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Arena Joondalup (Joondalup, Australia) are cheering for the fighters.
Roy Nelson swings...
...no good.
Roy Nelson gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Big Country is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Gustafsson is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Big Country follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! Big Country needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
Big Country's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Gustafsson has found an opening in the defense of Big Country, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Big Country is wobbling!
Roy Nelson tries a hook to the body
but Gustafsson manages to dodge it
Alexander Gustafsson paws at Big Country.
Big Country swings ineffectively.
Big Country misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on Big Country's face like a cannon ball!
Big Country's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Big Country has a small cut in his Mouth
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Big Country staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
0:47 Round 2 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Big Country stumbles backwards staggered and Alexander Gustafsson launches aggressively over his opponent throwing some wild punches!
Big Country is knocked down after a couple of punches, hitting the mat hard! Is he out?
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left cheek
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson Swarms all over his opponent trying to finish this fight!
Roy Nelson is taking a ton of punishment! He needs to defend himself or the ref will stop the fight.
Big Country has a small cut in his Mouth
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Roy Nelson continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Gustafsson knows his opponent is groggy and begins a relentless rain of punches!
Roy Nelson is having a nightmare! Dan Miragliotta watches for the moment he has to end this!
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left eye
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Big Country doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexander Gustafsson positions himself and tries to finish this!
Alexander Gustafsson storms Roy Nelson's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Dan Miragliotta is asking Roy Nelson to defend himself!
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Roy Nelson 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson creates space and allows Roy Nelson to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Roy Nelson is standing now.
Alexander Gustafsson goes with a looping right hand while Roy Nelson jumps back and jabs
Big Country seems staggered and Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Alexander Gustafsson and Big Country engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Incredible haymaker from Alexander Gustafsson!
You can see Roy Nelson's head being snapped backwards!
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Big Country with a double overhooks!
Roy Nelson is a bloody mess!
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Roy Nelson's punches
Big Country is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Big Country has a small cut in his Left cheek
Big Country doesn't stop bleeding.
A left hook from Big Country
falls short.
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
Big Country's Chin is beginning to swell
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Roy Nelson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Gustafsson moves backwards and Roy Nelson is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Roy Nelson is a bloody mess!
Gustafsson launches a solid middle kick
that wrenches Big Country!
Hard blow to Big Country's mid-section, he seems hurt
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Big Country staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Roy Nelson continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize and launches a barrage of punches over a dazed Roy Nelson who almost cannot stand!
One after another Alexander Gustafsson is punishing Big Country! Wow! Dan Miragliotta should be doing something soon!
Big Country's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left cheek
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Gustafsson and Big Country engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Big Country's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Big Country with a double overhooks!
Roy Nelson's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Gustafsson is holding Roy Nelson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Roy Nelson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Roy Nelson
Big Country doesn't stop bleeding.
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Big Country is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Big Country has a small cut in his Forehead
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Big Country staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Gustafsson tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Big Country! Gustafsson has one hook in and keeps working!
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with one hook in
Gustafsson steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Roy Nelson is a bloody mess!
Alexander Gustafsson Swarms all over his opponent trying to finish this fight!
Roy Nelson is taking a ton of punishment! He needs to defend himself or the ref will stop the fight.
Big Country's Left eye is beginning to swell
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with one hook in
Gustafsson leans back...
He clobbers Roy Nelson's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough! The fight is over! Big Country was not intelligently defending himself!
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by TKO (GnP) at 4:41 Round 2
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 29/39 (74%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 49/67 (73%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 273 s
Statistics: Roy Nelson
Punches 0/19 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/6 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 325 s
Phat Roy took a legit beating here, approaching records for most damage received. Gustafsson just brought everything, diversified his attack adequately, and...yeah, not much else to add here.
Roy Nelson is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Big Country grabs Alexander Gustafsson
He lifts him up and slams him hard to the mat!
Roy Nelson is in open guard over Gustafsson
Roy Nelson tries to pass to half guard...
Alexander Gustafsson can't prevent his opponent from passing. Big Country looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
Roy Nelson is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson manages to switch to full guard.
Roy Nelson is in open guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Big Country's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Country tries to cover his face,
Roy Nelson is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson attempts a triangle from bottom! Roy Nelson slips out. Gustafsson quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Roy Nelson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
Alexander Gustafsson shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexander Gustafsson is absolutely terrifying with his power in the clinch, and is violently punishing Big Country with uppercuts!
Big Country is taking more than he can endure. This could end soon if Big Country is unable to escape!
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Roy Nelson pushes Gustafsson against the cage and tries to work his dirty boxing
Big Country controls Alexander Gustafsson in the clinch and deliver a few uppercuts, nice shots Gustafsson is hurt
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Chin
Alexander Gustafsson tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Gustafsson circles out and slips free of Roy Nelson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 1:30 in the 1 round
1:30 Round 1 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Alexander Gustafsson and Big Country engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Roy Nelson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Gustafsson into his guard.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson hovers above Big Country
Good punches to Big Country's body.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Roy Nelson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Country
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Big Country is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left cheek
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson slides his arm under Roy Nelson's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
Roy Nelson pushes up and slides Alexander Gustafsson's arm over his chin.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Big Country's face with those brutal elbows! Big Country needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Gustafsson throws a few hammer fists to the face of Roy Nelson
Solid shots!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Big Country is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Big Country has Gustafsson controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Gustafsson is unable to move under Big Country control.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Big Country's face with those brutal elbows! Big Country needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Big Country's Chin is beginning to swell
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Big Country launches a few weak punches
Gustafsson blocks them effectively.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Big Country has Gustafsson controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Gustafsson is unable to move under Big Country control.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Big Country is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with one hook in
Gustafsson has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Big Country.
Nicely done! Gustafsson now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Roy Nelson launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Alexander Gustafsson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Big Country, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Gustafsson moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Gustafsson tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Big Country!
Big Country adopts the turtle defense and Gustafsson is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Big Country is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Gustafsson tries to use some of his tricky moves but Gustafsson's is smart enough to counter him.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Alexander Gustafsson tries to open Big Country's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Alexander Gustafsson. Big Country is unable to cover himself now!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Gustafsson tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Big Country!
Gustafsson has one of his arm over Roy Nelson's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Big Country tries to move on the ground and shows Alexander Gustafsson a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Big Country's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Big Country's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Gustafsson tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Big Country!
Gustafsson has one of his arm over Roy Nelson's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with two hooks in
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Big Country struggles to free himself
Gustafsson is locking that Armbar...
Punishing hold!
Gustafsson is locking that Armbar...
You can see the pain reflected in Big Country's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Big Country's eyes...
Big Country Hyper-extended his left arm
Crippling lock!
Big Country locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Alexander Gustafsson unil he can pull his arm free! Gustafsson lost his dominant position.
Roy Nelson is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Roy Nelson 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Arena Joondalup (Joondalup, Australia) are cheering for the fighters.
Roy Nelson swings...
...no good.
Roy Nelson gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Big Country is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Gustafsson is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Big Country follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! Big Country needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
Big Country's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Gustafsson has found an opening in the defense of Big Country, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Big Country is wobbling!
Roy Nelson tries a hook to the body
but Gustafsson manages to dodge it
Alexander Gustafsson paws at Big Country.
Big Country swings ineffectively.
Big Country misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on Big Country's face like a cannon ball!
Big Country's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Big Country has a small cut in his Mouth
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Big Country staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
0:47 Round 2 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Big Country stumbles backwards staggered and Alexander Gustafsson launches aggressively over his opponent throwing some wild punches!
Big Country is knocked down after a couple of punches, hitting the mat hard! Is he out?
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left cheek
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson Swarms all over his opponent trying to finish this fight!
Roy Nelson is taking a ton of punishment! He needs to defend himself or the ref will stop the fight.
Big Country has a small cut in his Mouth
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Roy Nelson continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Gustafsson knows his opponent is groggy and begins a relentless rain of punches!
Roy Nelson is having a nightmare! Dan Miragliotta watches for the moment he has to end this!
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left eye
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Big Country doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexander Gustafsson positions himself and tries to finish this!
Alexander Gustafsson storms Roy Nelson's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Dan Miragliotta is asking Roy Nelson to defend himself!
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Roy Nelson 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Gustafsson is standing while Big Country is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson creates space and allows Roy Nelson to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Roy Nelson is standing now.
Alexander Gustafsson goes with a looping right hand while Roy Nelson jumps back and jabs
Big Country seems staggered and Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Alexander Gustafsson and Big Country engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Incredible haymaker from Alexander Gustafsson!
You can see Roy Nelson's head being snapped backwards!
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Big Country with a double overhooks!
Roy Nelson is a bloody mess!
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Roy Nelson's punches
Big Country is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Big Country has a small cut in his Left cheek
Big Country doesn't stop bleeding.
A left hook from Big Country
falls short.
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
Big Country's Chin is beginning to swell
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Roy Nelson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Gustafsson moves backwards and Roy Nelson is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Roy Nelson is a bloody mess!
Gustafsson launches a solid middle kick
that wrenches Big Country!
Hard blow to Big Country's mid-section, he seems hurt
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Big Country staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Roy Nelson continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize and launches a barrage of punches over a dazed Roy Nelson who almost cannot stand!
One after another Alexander Gustafsson is punishing Big Country! Wow! Dan Miragliotta should be doing something soon!
Big Country's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Roy Nelson's Left cheek
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Gustafsson and Big Country engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Big Country's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
You can see Big Country's blood making stains in the mat.
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Big Country with a double overhooks!
Roy Nelson's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Gustafsson is holding Roy Nelson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Roy Nelson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Roy Nelson
Big Country doesn't stop bleeding.
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Big Country is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Big Country has a small cut in his Forehead
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Big Country staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country
Gustafsson tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Big Country! Gustafsson has one hook in and keeps working!
Big Country seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with one hook in
Gustafsson steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Roy Nelson is a bloody mess!
Alexander Gustafsson Swarms all over his opponent trying to finish this fight!
Roy Nelson is taking a ton of punishment! He needs to defend himself or the ref will stop the fight.
Big Country's Left eye is beginning to swell
Roy Nelson seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Big Country with one hook in
Gustafsson leans back...
He clobbers Roy Nelson's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough! The fight is over! Big Country was not intelligently defending himself!
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by TKO (GnP) at 4:41 Round 2
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 29/39 (74%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 49/67 (73%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 273 s
Statistics: Roy Nelson
Punches 0/19 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/6 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 325 s
Phat Roy took a legit beating here, approaching records for most damage received. Gustafsson just brought everything, diversified his attack adequately, and...yeah, not much else to add here.