Post by The Sandmen on Feb 19, 2015 17:50:26 GMT -5
Ferocious staredown by Kheyfets while Mario Yamasaki recites the rules.
Carla Esparza glares at her opponent from the opposite corner.
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 Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Esparza studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Marianna Kheyfets attempts a sweep single...
Marianna Kheyfets catches Carla Esparza's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Kheyfets.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
0:45 Round 1 and Esparza is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Kheyfets is in closed guard... Esparza tries to roll on the ground!
Marianna Kheyfets uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Esparza clumsily fails here and it's time for Marianna Kheyfets to fight back!
Marianna Kheyfets tries to pass Carla Esparza's guard...
Marianna Kheyfets manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Marianna Kheyfets keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Esparza is taking this opportunity to rest.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Esparza shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Carla Esparza manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Esparza measures the resilience of Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kheyfets's side.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets tries to better her position on the ground...
Kheyfets breaks the closed guard of Carla Esparza and moves to half guard
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Carla Esparza attempts to trap Marianna Kheyfets in her guard.
Carla Esparza manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Esparza rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Carla Esparza overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Kheyfets pulls her arm out of danger.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Deep breaths from Carla Esparza who tries a hammer punch to Kheyfets's ribs.
That hit Kheyfets who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Good looking punches from Marianna Kheyfets on the ground
deflected by Esparza.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is taking this opportunity to rest.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Esparza rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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.
Marianna Kheyfets takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Marianna Kheyfets leans forwards and tries to grapple with Esparza
Kheyfets shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Carla Esparza fakes a few punches and advance towards Kheyfets trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Kheyfets pushes Carla Esparza and circle away keeping herself within striking range
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Kheyfets grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Esparza struggles... Marianna Kheyfets is unable to take her down
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Carla Esparza
Kheyfets is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Carla Esparza launches a body shot
Kheyfets dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Carla Esparza goes with a looping right hand while Marianna Kheyfets jumps back and jabs
Esparza only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Esparza fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Marianna Kheyfets didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Carla Esparza uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Kheyfets's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza tries to open Kheyfets's guard...
Kheyfets breaks the lock and covers herself from Esparza's punches
Esparza misses a step and Marianna Kheyfets sees an opportunity to counter her!
Marianna Kheyfets slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Carla Esparza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to mount Marianna Kheyfets...
Marianna Kheyfets sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Esparza tries to get a side mount...
Kheyfets wraps her leg around Carla Esparza leg and prevents her from moving.
Mario Yamasaki stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Kheyfets decides to launch some tentative punches
Esparza launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Kheyfets with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Esparza studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Esparza grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Carla Esparza
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza throws a few hammer fists to the face of Marianna Kheyfets
Blocked by Kheyfets.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza looks to be in very good shape.
Carla Esparza tries to better her position on the ground...
Kheyfets holds Carla Esparza's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Kheyfets tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Marianna Kheyfets slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Carla Esparza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to mount Marianna Kheyfets...
Carla Esparza slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets tries to roll to her side and trap Carla Esparza in her guard...
Marianna Kheyfets gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
She successfully moves to half guard!
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Marianna Kheyfets work her BJJ game.
Marianna Kheyfets attempts to move to full guard
Marianna Kheyfets manages to switch to full guard.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to move on the ground and shows Carla Esparza a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Kheyfets uses her forearms to block the impact!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Carla Esparza can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Esparza positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Kheyfets's being punished here!
Kheyfets has a small cut in her Forehead
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Esparza struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Esparza is trying to counter now!
Esparza struggles on the ground and tries to break Marianna Kheyfets's guard...
Kheyfets doesn't want to free her opponent and Esparza continues in closed guard
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Carla Esparza!
Marianna Kheyfets is in full mount over Carla Esparza
Esparza tries to escape from the full mount...
Marianna Kheyfets is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets looks to mount Carla Esparza...
Carla Esparza sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Kheyfets breaths deeply while on the ground
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Carla Esparza goes with a looping right hand while Marianna Kheyfets jumps back and jabs
Kheyfets seems staggered and Carla Esparza runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Kheyfets grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Esparza tries to close her guard around Kheyfets
She is not able to do it
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets pushes Carla Esparza against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Carla Esparza struggles not allowing Marianna Kheyfets improve her position.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Esparza rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Poorly executed technique. Carla Esparza looks to counter!
Esparza reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Kheyfets blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Kheyfets launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Carla Esparza is not able to stop Esparza ground skills and Marianna Kheyfets moves to side mount!
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Kheyfets shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Esparza blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Esparza gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! She's just wailing away at Marianna Kheyfets! The referee is saying she's going to stop it if Marianna Kheyfets doesn't defend herself!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Good looking punches from Carla Esparza on the ground
They could take their toll on Kheyfets.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Esparza struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Esparza steps backwards away from Marianna Kheyfets. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Marianna Kheyfets tries a middle kick
Carla Esparza blocks and steps away.
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Carla Esparza tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Kheyfets is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Marianna Kheyfets struggles not allowing Carla Esparza improve her position.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Esparza looks to be in very good shape.
Esparza moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
Esparza clumsily fails here and it's time for Marianna Kheyfets to fight back!
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Esparza blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza is cooling the fight on the ground
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Esparza tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Kheyfets from the side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Esparza tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Kheyfets is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Carla Esparza gets sloppy and Marianna Kheyfets tries to take advantage...
Marianna Kheyfets tries to roll to her side and trap Carla Esparza in her guard...
Marianna Kheyfets gets her hip out and moves to full 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.
Esparza goes to the body...
She punishes Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of hooks.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Esparza launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Kheyfets's face but it seems like one finger has poked her eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see that!
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Carla Esparza attempts a sweep single...
Carla Esparza catches Marianna Kheyfets's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Esparza.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets throws up a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza postures up and breaks the triangle.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Carla Esparza uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Kheyfets misses a step and Carla Esparza sees an opportunity to counter her!
Carla Esparza hovers above Kheyfets
Good punches to Kheyfets's body.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to move on the ground and shows Carla Esparza a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Kheyfets's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Carla Esparza uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets is cooling the fight on the ground
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets 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 Esparza's moves.
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.
Marianna Kheyfets takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Carla Esparza takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Esparza fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Marianna Kheyfets didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Esparza tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Esparza decides to go after her opponent and jumps inside Kheyfets's guard.
Kheyfets did not see that coming! Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets now.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets attempts to trap Carla Esparza in her guard.
Marianna Kheyfets manages to switch to half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Kheyfets's face!
Kheyfets's Mouth is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Carla Esparza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza is a submission wizard. She has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Carla Esparza tries to open Kheyfets's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Carla Esparza. Kheyfets is unable to cover herself now!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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Carla Esparza was tooling Marianna Kheyfets for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Marianna Kheyfets lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Nice punches from Carla Esparza.
Kheyfets staggers backwards. Esparza wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Carla Esparza and Kheyfets engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Esparza fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Marianna Kheyfets didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Kheyfets climbs to her feet and is standing now.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Kheyfets is standing while Esparza is on the ground on her back
Marianna Kheyfets decides to jump inside Esparza's guard.
Esparza fights back with her feet, forcing Kheyfets to try something else.
Kheyfets is standing while Esparza is on the ground on her back
Kheyfets cartwheels towards Esparza!
She lands in side mount over a surprised Carla Esparza.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Esparza tries to show some ground skills
Carla Esparza put Kheyfets in half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Carla Esparza launches a few punches to Kheyfets's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kheyfets tries to cover her face,
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Marianna Kheyfets keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Terrible one sided match... Kheyfets was not ready to fight a fighter of Carla Esparza caliber.
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Carla Esparza manages to switch to full guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Esparza measures the resilience of Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kheyfets's side.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Kheyfets 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) is cheering her!
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets isolates Carla Esparza's left arm looking for an armbar...
Carla Esparza manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Marianna Kheyfets lost her dominant position.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She is not able to do it
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Esparza jumps and tries to free her leg! Kheyfets doesn't allow this but Carla Esparza is able to get half guard here.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Carla Esparza breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Carla Esparza throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
There is a small laceration on Marianna Kheyfets's Left eye
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kheyfets moves forward looking for some action
Carla Esparza doesn't want to engage and backpedals
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Esparza showing excellent timing, blasts Marianna Kheyfets with a right hand.
Great hook by Carla Esparza! Marianna Kheyfets is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Esparza is standing while Kheyfets is on the ground on her back
Carla Esparza creates space and allows Marianna Kheyfets to stand up.
Marianna Kheyfets is on her feet again.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Carla Esparza moves forward and launches a low kick.
Hard blow to Kheyfets's right thigh
Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
A right hand from Carla Esparza
surprises Kheyfets!
Kheyfets's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Marianna Kheyfets closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Kheyfets pushes Carla Esparza and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Carla Esparza launches a body shot
Kheyfets dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Esparza studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:30 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to pass to mount...
Kheyfets 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.
Esparza decides to launch some tentative punches
Kheyfets launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Esparza with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Esparza tries to open up Marianna Kheyfets's defense faking a few punches.
She is aggressively and repeatedly punching Kheyfets in the side of the head
Kheyfets has a small cut in her Forehead
The clock says 1:05 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets attempts to trap Carla Esparza in her guard.
Marianna Kheyfets manages to switch to full guard.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Esparza works on the ground with her fingers over Kheyfets's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Mario Yamasaki has seen that!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to give Kheyfets time to recover. Marianna Kheyfets seems to be ready to fight again. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Esparza goes to the body...
She punishes Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of hooks.
The clock says 2:00 in the 5 round
A left hook from Esparza
grazes the chin of Kheyfets.
Esparza grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Carla Esparza
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Marianna Kheyfets isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Esparza blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Kheyfets's guard.
Marianna Kheyfets gets sloppy and Carla Esparza tries to take advantage...
Carla Esparza tries to open Kheyfets's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Carla Esparza. Kheyfets is unable to cover herself now!
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza tries to pass to half guard...
Marianna Kheyfets can't prevent her opponent from passing. Esparza looks to work from half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets doesn't stop bleeding.
Kheyfets attempts a triangle from bottom! Carla Esparza slips out. Kheyfets quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Carla Esparza slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Marianna Kheyfets tries a nice one-two combination
She scores!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Esparza is gassing out... Too bad. Her performance may be going down from here.
Marianna Kheyfets's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:35 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to mount Marianna Kheyfets...
Carla Esparza slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Kheyfets is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Carla Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets down and prevents her attempts to escape
Poorly executed technique. Carla Esparza looks to counter!
Carla Esparza sits high on Marianna Kheyfets's chest and pulls her leg underneath Kheyfets's head. There's the triangle attempt!
That Triangle from Mount from Carla Esparza appears to be unbreakable
That Triangle from Mount from Carla Esparza appears to be unbreakable
Esparza is locking that Triangle from Mount...
Crippling lock!
Kheyfets tries to roll out. She's too quick for Carla Esparza and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Esparza and it cost her top position.
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Esparza measures the resilience of Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kheyfets's side.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Kheyfets tries to open up Carla Esparza's defense faking a few punches.
Carla Esparza wraps her arms around Kheyfets's arms and counters the punches.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Kheyfets tries to escape from closed guard...
Esparza waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Marianna Kheyfets! She is reversed and nor Carla Esparza is on half guard!
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Esparza launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Marianna Kheyfets is not able to stop Kheyfets ground skills and Carla Esparza moves to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Esparza tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets launches a few punches to Esparza's cheek from the guard.
Carla Esparza uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Esparza positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Kheyfets's being punished here!
Kheyfets has a small cut in her Chin
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
Winner is Carla Esparza by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Marianna Kheyfets
Punches 13/14 (93%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 0/10 (0%)
Submissions 19/19 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 927 s
Statistics: Carla Esparza
Punches 23/35 (66%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 12/12 (100%)
GnP strikes 40/59 (68%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 935 s
Carla dominated this is a “not really that close to finishing” type way. Until late in the fight, when she was really darn close. But stamina was a bit of a factor and what not, but...yeah.
Carla Esparza glares at her opponent from the opposite corner.
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 Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Esparza studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Marianna Kheyfets attempts a sweep single...
Marianna Kheyfets catches Carla Esparza's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Kheyfets.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
0:45 Round 1 and Esparza is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Kheyfets is in closed guard... Esparza tries to roll on the ground!
Marianna Kheyfets uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Esparza clumsily fails here and it's time for Marianna Kheyfets to fight back!
Marianna Kheyfets tries to pass Carla Esparza's guard...
Marianna Kheyfets manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Marianna Kheyfets keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Esparza is taking this opportunity to rest.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Esparza shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Carla Esparza manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Esparza measures the resilience of Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kheyfets's side.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets tries to better her position on the ground...
Kheyfets breaks the closed guard of Carla Esparza and moves to half guard
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Carla Esparza attempts to trap Marianna Kheyfets in her guard.
Carla Esparza manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Esparza rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Carla Esparza overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Kheyfets pulls her arm out of danger.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Deep breaths from Carla Esparza who tries a hammer punch to Kheyfets's ribs.
That hit Kheyfets who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Good looking punches from Marianna Kheyfets on the ground
deflected by Esparza.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is taking this opportunity to rest.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Esparza rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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.
Marianna Kheyfets takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Marianna Kheyfets leans forwards and tries to grapple with Esparza
Kheyfets shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Carla Esparza fakes a few punches and advance towards Kheyfets trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Kheyfets pushes Carla Esparza and circle away keeping herself within striking range
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Kheyfets grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Esparza struggles... Marianna Kheyfets is unable to take her down
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Carla Esparza
Kheyfets is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Carla Esparza launches a body shot
Kheyfets dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Carla Esparza goes with a looping right hand while Marianna Kheyfets jumps back and jabs
Esparza only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Esparza fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Marianna Kheyfets didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Carla Esparza uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Kheyfets's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza tries to open Kheyfets's guard...
Kheyfets breaks the lock and covers herself from Esparza's punches
Esparza misses a step and Marianna Kheyfets sees an opportunity to counter her!
Marianna Kheyfets slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Carla Esparza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to mount Marianna Kheyfets...
Marianna Kheyfets sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Esparza tries to get a side mount...
Kheyfets wraps her leg around Carla Esparza leg and prevents her from moving.
Mario Yamasaki stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Kheyfets decides to launch some tentative punches
Esparza launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Kheyfets with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Esparza studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Esparza grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Carla Esparza
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza throws a few hammer fists to the face of Marianna Kheyfets
Blocked by Kheyfets.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza looks to be in very good shape.
Carla Esparza tries to better her position on the ground...
Kheyfets holds Carla Esparza's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Kheyfets tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Marianna Kheyfets slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Carla Esparza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to mount Marianna Kheyfets...
Carla Esparza slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets tries to roll to her side and trap Carla Esparza in her guard...
Marianna Kheyfets gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
She successfully moves to half guard!
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Marianna Kheyfets work her BJJ game.
Marianna Kheyfets attempts to move to full guard
Marianna Kheyfets manages to switch to full guard.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to move on the ground and shows Carla Esparza a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Kheyfets uses her forearms to block the impact!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Carla Esparza can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Esparza positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Kheyfets's being punished here!
Kheyfets has a small cut in her Forehead
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Esparza struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Esparza is trying to counter now!
Esparza struggles on the ground and tries to break Marianna Kheyfets's guard...
Kheyfets doesn't want to free her opponent and Esparza continues in closed guard
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Carla Esparza!
Marianna Kheyfets is in full mount over Carla Esparza
Esparza tries to escape from the full mount...
Marianna Kheyfets is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets looks to mount Carla Esparza...
Carla Esparza sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Kheyfets breaths deeply while on the ground
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Carla Esparza goes with a looping right hand while Marianna Kheyfets jumps back and jabs
Kheyfets seems staggered and Carla Esparza runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Kheyfets grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Esparza tries to close her guard around Kheyfets
She is not able to do it
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets pushes Carla Esparza against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Carla Esparza struggles not allowing Marianna Kheyfets improve her position.
Marianna Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza
Kheyfets is in open guard over Esparza... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Esparza rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Poorly executed technique. Carla Esparza looks to counter!
Esparza reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Kheyfets blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Kheyfets launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Carla Esparza is not able to stop Esparza ground skills and Marianna Kheyfets moves to side mount!
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Kheyfets shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Esparza blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Esparza gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! She's just wailing away at Marianna Kheyfets! The referee is saying she's going to stop it if Marianna Kheyfets doesn't defend herself!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Good looking punches from Carla Esparza on the ground
They could take their toll on Kheyfets.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Esparza struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Esparza steps backwards away from Marianna Kheyfets. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Marianna Kheyfets tries a middle kick
Carla Esparza blocks and steps away.
Kheyfets clumsily fails here and it's time for Carla Esparza to fight back!
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Carla Esparza tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Kheyfets is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Marianna Kheyfets struggles not allowing Carla Esparza improve her position.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Esparza looks to be in very good shape.
Esparza moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
Esparza clumsily fails here and it's time for Marianna Kheyfets to fight back!
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Esparza blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza is cooling the fight on the ground
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Esparza tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Kheyfets from the side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Esparza tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Kheyfets is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Carla Esparza gets sloppy and Marianna Kheyfets tries to take advantage...
Marianna Kheyfets tries to roll to her side and trap Carla Esparza in her guard...
Marianna Kheyfets gets her hip out and moves to full 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.
Esparza goes to the body...
She punishes Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of hooks.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Esparza launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Kheyfets's face but it seems like one finger has poked her eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see that!
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Carla Esparza attempts a sweep single...
Carla Esparza catches Marianna Kheyfets's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Esparza.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets throws up a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza postures up and breaks the triangle.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Carla Esparza uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Kheyfets misses a step and Carla Esparza sees an opportunity to counter her!
Carla Esparza hovers above Kheyfets
Good punches to Kheyfets's body.
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to move on the ground and shows Carla Esparza a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Kheyfets's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Esparza is in closed guard... Kheyfets tries to roll on the ground!
Carla Esparza uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets is cooling the fight on the ground
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets 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 Esparza's moves.
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.
Marianna Kheyfets takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Carla Esparza takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Esparza fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Marianna Kheyfets didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Esparza tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Esparza decides to go after her opponent and jumps inside Kheyfets's guard.
Kheyfets did not see that coming! Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets now.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Carla Esparza realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets attempts to trap Carla Esparza in her guard.
Marianna Kheyfets manages to switch to half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Kheyfets's face!
Kheyfets's Mouth is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Carla Esparza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza is a submission wizard. She has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Carla Esparza tries to open Kheyfets's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Carla Esparza. Kheyfets is unable to cover herself now!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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Carla Esparza was tooling Marianna Kheyfets for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Marianna Kheyfets lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Nice punches from Carla Esparza.
Kheyfets staggers backwards. Esparza wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Carla Esparza and Kheyfets engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Esparza fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Marianna Kheyfets didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Kheyfets climbs to her feet and is standing now.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Kheyfets is standing while Esparza is on the ground on her back
Marianna Kheyfets decides to jump inside Esparza's guard.
Esparza fights back with her feet, forcing Kheyfets to try something else.
Kheyfets is standing while Esparza is on the ground on her back
Kheyfets cartwheels towards Esparza!
She lands in side mount over a surprised Carla Esparza.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Esparza tries to show some ground skills
Carla Esparza put Kheyfets in half guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Carla Esparza launches a few punches to Kheyfets's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kheyfets tries to cover her face,
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Marianna Kheyfets keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in half guard over Esparza
Terrible one sided match... Kheyfets was not ready to fight a fighter of Carla Esparza caliber.
Carla Esparza attempts to move to full guard
Carla Esparza manages to switch to full guard.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Esparza measures the resilience of Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kheyfets's side.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Kheyfets 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) is cheering her!
Marianna Kheyfets is in side mount over Carla Esparza
Marianna Kheyfets isolates Carla Esparza's left arm looking for an armbar...
Carla Esparza manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Marianna Kheyfets lost her dominant position.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She is not able to do it
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Esparza jumps and tries to free her leg! Kheyfets doesn't allow this but Carla Esparza is able to get half guard here.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Carla Esparza breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Carla Esparza throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
There is a small laceration on Marianna Kheyfets's Left eye
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Kheyfets moves forward looking for some action
Carla Esparza doesn't want to engage and backpedals
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Esparza showing excellent timing, blasts Marianna Kheyfets with a right hand.
Great hook by Carla Esparza! Marianna Kheyfets is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Esparza is standing while Kheyfets is on the ground on her back
Carla Esparza creates space and allows Marianna Kheyfets to stand up.
Marianna Kheyfets is on her feet again.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Carla Esparza moves forward and launches a low kick.
Hard blow to Kheyfets's right thigh
Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
A right hand from Carla Esparza
surprises Kheyfets!
Kheyfets's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Marianna Kheyfets closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Kheyfets pushes Carla Esparza and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Carla Esparza launches a body shot
Kheyfets dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Esparza studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:30 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to pass to mount...
Kheyfets 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.
Esparza decides to launch some tentative punches
Kheyfets launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Esparza with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Esparza tries to open up Marianna Kheyfets's defense faking a few punches.
She is aggressively and repeatedly punching Kheyfets in the side of the head
Kheyfets has a small cut in her Forehead
The clock says 1:05 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets attempts to trap Carla Esparza in her guard.
Marianna Kheyfets manages to switch to full guard.
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in closed guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Esparza works on the ground with her fingers over Kheyfets's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Mario Yamasaki has seen that!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to give Kheyfets time to recover. Marianna Kheyfets seems to be ready to fight again. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Esparza goes to the body...
She punishes Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of hooks.
The clock says 2:00 in the 5 round
A left hook from Esparza
grazes the chin of Kheyfets.
Esparza grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Carla Esparza
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Kheyfets tries to close her guard around Esparza
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Marianna Kheyfets isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Esparza blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Kheyfets's guard.
Marianna Kheyfets gets sloppy and Carla Esparza tries to take advantage...
Carla Esparza tries to open Kheyfets's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Carla Esparza. Kheyfets is unable to cover herself now!
Carla Esparza is in open guard over Kheyfets
Carla Esparza tries to pass to half guard...
Marianna Kheyfets can't prevent her opponent from passing. Esparza looks to work from half guard.
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Kheyfets doesn't stop bleeding.
Kheyfets attempts a triangle from bottom! Carla Esparza slips out. Kheyfets quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Carla Esparza slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Marianna Kheyfets. 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 Pyongyang Arena (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
Marianna Kheyfets tries a nice one-two combination
She scores!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Esparza is gassing out... Too bad. Her performance may be going down from here.
Marianna Kheyfets's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Esparza is holding Marianna Kheyfets's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Marianna Kheyfets loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:35 in the 5 round
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Carla Esparza looks to mount Marianna Kheyfets...
Carla Esparza slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Kheyfets is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Carla Esparza pushes Marianna Kheyfets down and prevents her attempts to escape
Poorly executed technique. Carla Esparza looks to counter!
Carla Esparza sits high on Marianna Kheyfets's chest and pulls her leg underneath Kheyfets's head. There's the triangle attempt!
That Triangle from Mount from Carla Esparza appears to be unbreakable
That Triangle from Mount from Carla Esparza appears to be unbreakable
Esparza is locking that Triangle from Mount...
Crippling lock!
Kheyfets tries to roll out. She's too quick for Carla Esparza and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Esparza and it cost her top position.
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Esparza measures the resilience of Kheyfets's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kheyfets's side.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Kheyfets tries to open up Carla Esparza's defense faking a few punches.
Carla Esparza wraps her arms around Kheyfets's arms and counters the punches.
Marianna Kheyfets is in closed guard over Esparza
Kheyfets tries to escape from closed guard...
Esparza waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Marianna Kheyfets! She is reversed and nor Carla Esparza is on half guard!
Carla Esparza is in half guard over Kheyfets
Esparza launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Marianna Kheyfets is not able to stop Kheyfets ground skills and Carla Esparza moves to side mount!
Carla Esparza is in side mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Esparza tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Marianna Kheyfets launches a few punches to Esparza's cheek from the guard.
Carla Esparza uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Carla Esparza is in full mount over Marianna Kheyfets
Esparza positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Kheyfets's being punished here!
Kheyfets has a small cut in her Chin
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
Winner is Carla Esparza by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Marianna Kheyfets
Punches 13/14 (93%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 0/10 (0%)
Submissions 19/19 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 927 s
Statistics: Carla Esparza
Punches 23/35 (66%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 12/12 (100%)
GnP strikes 40/59 (68%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 935 s
Carla dominated this is a “not really that close to finishing” type way. Until late in the fight, when she was really darn close. But stamina was a bit of a factor and what not, but...yeah.