Post by The Sandmen on May 25, 2015 8:42:08 GMT -5
Don Frye doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
Alexander Gustafsson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
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 Predator and Gustafsson move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Gustafsson leads with a punch
Don Frye avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Good movement from The Predator
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left eye
Gustafsson wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator tries to take Alexander Gustafsson down... Gustafsson stumbles backwards and Don Frye launches a few punches...
Alexander Gustafsson dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Alexander Gustafsson launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
The Predator blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Don Frye's cheek! The Predator stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Gustafsson is standing while The Predator is on the ground on his back
The Predator tries to hit Alexander Gustafsson with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Gustafsson steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Gustafsson is standing while The Predator is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson decides to jump inside The Predator's guard.
The Predator didn't see that coming. Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator now.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
1:48 Round 1 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Gustafsson moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Alexander Gustafsson a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The Predator uses his forearms to block the impact!
Alexander Gustafsson gets sloppy and Don Frye tries to take advantage...
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass to half guard...
Don Frye's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson!
Don Frye is in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Don Frye tries to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground...
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson fires a barrage of punches at The Predator's head!
The punches go wide.
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 Ethias Arena (Hasselt, Belgium) are cheering for the fighters.
Surprise roundhouse punch by Gustafsson.
Don Frye's reflexes save him!
The Predator is trying to counter now!
Some nice shots from Don Frye
that stun Gustafsson.
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.
Don Frye's corner is turning out to be his worst enemy! Gustafsson is throwing a flurry of punches!
Don Frye just can't get away!
Don Frye tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
The Predator circles out and slips free of Alexander Gustafsson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
A right hand from Don Frye
makes Gustafsson stumble back!
The Predator throws a low kick
Alexander Gustafsson blocks.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Don Frye can end the fight with his ground and pound.
The Predator launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Gustafsson's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see that!
Gustafsson throws a low kick
Don Frye blocks.
Tremendous strikes from Gustafsson!
Some big punches are landing!
Gustafsson dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts The Predator from the ground!
The Predator's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Don Frye moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Incredible haymaker from Don Frye!
It misses by a mile.
The Predator misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping right hand...
That lands on The Predator's chin! That stops The Predator in his tracks!
Don Frye fakes a punch and launches himself over Gustafsson!
Nice move by The Predator who clinches and pushes Gustafsson against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson pushes off of Don Frye and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
The Predator stumbles backwards but Alexander Gustafsson chases him and continues the rain of blows!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator pushes off of Alexander Gustafsson and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Gustafsson holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
The fighters are clinching.
Don Frye pushes away Gustafsson trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gustafsson doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson pushes away The Predator trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Predator stumbles backwards and Alexander Gustafsson circles to get the center of the cage
A right hand from Don Frye
makes Gustafsson stumble back!
Don Frye leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gustafsson
The Predator shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson is launching some bone breaking punches to The Predator's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Don Frye's eyes.
Hard blow to The Predator's mid-section, he seems hurt
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator struggles and launches a few punches to Gustafsson's head
Nothing from this... Don Frye seems frustrated.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Don Frye postures up and launches another series of punches!
Gustafsson pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Don Frye's offensive.
Don Frye gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
The Predator follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! The Predator needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
Don Frye tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson won't budge, forcing The Predator to pull guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Gustafsson is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Gustafsson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Gustafsson's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Don Frye's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Don Frye can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Don Frye against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Gustafsson jumps and tries to free his leg! The Predator doesn't allow this but Alexander Gustafsson is able to get half guard here.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Don Frye's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Stand up! This is what The Predator's cornermen are shouting. Alexander Gustafsson is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Don Frye...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Gustafsson drills Don Frye's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
The Predator is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over The Predator
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Gustafsson's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like The Predator
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is in rear mount over The Predator
The Predator has Gustafsson controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Gustafsson is unable to move under The Predator control.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson looks to posture up and open Don Frye's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson forces Don Frye to open his guard.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Alexander Gustafsson chases The Predator and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! The Predator steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
The Predator grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Don Frye is unable to take him down
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
An overhand right from Alexander Gustafsson that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! The Predator's stops that one with his face! How is The Predator standing?!
Several good body shots
land on Gustafsson.
Gustafsson dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts The Predator from the ground!
The Predator's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Don Frye's Right eye
Gustafsson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Don Frye didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Don Frye 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.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Alexander Gustafsson a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! The Predator's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Don Frye against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Gustafsson jumps and tries to free his leg! The Predator doesn't allow this but Alexander Gustafsson is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gustafsson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
The Predator's Forehead is beginning to swell
Don Frye seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson storms over The Predator with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Gustafsson doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again The Predator's face with his elbows!
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Stand up! This is what Gustafsson's cornermen are shouting. Don Frye is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Don Frye 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.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see that!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson pushes The Predator's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Gustafsson who is in full mount! The Predator is in trouble now!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Gustafsson drills Don Frye's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
This is over! That impact from Alexander Gustafsson has left The Predator laying flat on the mat!
Don Frye can't continue fighting. Mario Yamasaki doesn't allow him to continue fighting with his swollen right eye!
The Predator has a small cut in his Nose
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (GnP) at 2:51 Round 3
Statistics: Don Frye
Punches 12/13 (92%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/18 (6%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 10/15 (67%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 453 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 12/16 (75%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 11/15 (73%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 17/27 (63%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 433 s
Frye hits hard and effectively, but Gustafsson is a more complete fighter and that may or may not have been the differencemaker here.
Alexander Gustafsson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
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 Predator and Gustafsson move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Gustafsson leads with a punch
Don Frye avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Good movement from The Predator
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left eye
Gustafsson wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator tries to take Alexander Gustafsson down... Gustafsson stumbles backwards and Don Frye launches a few punches...
Alexander Gustafsson dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Alexander Gustafsson launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
The Predator blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Don Frye's cheek! The Predator stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Gustafsson is standing while The Predator is on the ground on his back
The Predator tries to hit Alexander Gustafsson with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Gustafsson steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Gustafsson is standing while The Predator is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson decides to jump inside The Predator's guard.
The Predator didn't see that coming. Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator now.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
1:48 Round 1 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Gustafsson moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Alexander Gustafsson a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The Predator uses his forearms to block the impact!
Alexander Gustafsson gets sloppy and Don Frye tries to take advantage...
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass to half guard...
Don Frye's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson!
Don Frye is in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Don Frye tries to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground...
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson fires a barrage of punches at The Predator's head!
The punches go wide.
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 Ethias Arena (Hasselt, Belgium) are cheering for the fighters.
Surprise roundhouse punch by Gustafsson.
Don Frye's reflexes save him!
The Predator is trying to counter now!
Some nice shots from Don Frye
that stun Gustafsson.
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.
Don Frye's corner is turning out to be his worst enemy! Gustafsson is throwing a flurry of punches!
Don Frye just can't get away!
Don Frye tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
The Predator circles out and slips free of Alexander Gustafsson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
A right hand from Don Frye
makes Gustafsson stumble back!
The Predator throws a low kick
Alexander Gustafsson blocks.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Don Frye can end the fight with his ground and pound.
The Predator launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Gustafsson's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see that!
Gustafsson throws a low kick
Don Frye blocks.
Tremendous strikes from Gustafsson!
Some big punches are landing!
Gustafsson dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts The Predator from the ground!
The Predator's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Don Frye moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Incredible haymaker from Don Frye!
It misses by a mile.
The Predator misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping right hand...
That lands on The Predator's chin! That stops The Predator in his tracks!
Don Frye fakes a punch and launches himself over Gustafsson!
Nice move by The Predator who clinches and pushes Gustafsson against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson pushes off of Don Frye and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
The Predator stumbles backwards but Alexander Gustafsson chases him and continues the rain of blows!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator pushes off of Alexander Gustafsson and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Gustafsson holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
The fighters are clinching.
Don Frye pushes away Gustafsson trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gustafsson doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson pushes away The Predator trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Predator stumbles backwards and Alexander Gustafsson circles to get the center of the cage
A right hand from Don Frye
makes Gustafsson stumble back!
Don Frye leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gustafsson
The Predator shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson is launching some bone breaking punches to The Predator's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Don Frye's eyes.
Hard blow to The Predator's mid-section, he seems hurt
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Predator struggles and launches a few punches to Gustafsson's head
Nothing from this... Don Frye seems frustrated.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Don Frye postures up and launches another series of punches!
Gustafsson pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Don Frye's offensive.
Don Frye gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
The Predator follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! The Predator needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
Don Frye tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson won't budge, forcing The Predator to pull guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Gustafsson is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Gustafsson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Gustafsson's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Don Frye's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Don Frye can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Don Frye against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Gustafsson jumps and tries to free his leg! The Predator doesn't allow this but Alexander Gustafsson is able to get half guard here.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Don Frye's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Stand up! This is what The Predator's cornermen are shouting. Alexander Gustafsson is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Don Frye...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Gustafsson drills Don Frye's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
The Predator is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over The Predator
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Gustafsson's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like The Predator
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is in rear mount over The Predator
The Predator has Gustafsson controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Gustafsson is unable to move under The Predator control.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson looks to posture up and open Don Frye's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson forces Don Frye to open his guard.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Alexander Gustafsson chases The Predator and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! The Predator steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
The Predator grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Don Frye is unable to take him down
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
An overhand right from Alexander Gustafsson that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! The Predator's stops that one with his face! How is The Predator standing?!
Several good body shots
land on Gustafsson.
Gustafsson dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts The Predator from the ground!
The Predator's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Don Frye's Right eye
Gustafsson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Don Frye didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Don Frye 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.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to move on the ground and shows Alexander Gustafsson a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! The Predator's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Don Frye against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Gustafsson jumps and tries to free his leg! The Predator doesn't allow this but Alexander Gustafsson is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gustafsson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
The Predator's Forehead is beginning to swell
Don Frye seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Alexander Gustafsson!
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson storms over The Predator with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Gustafsson doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again The Predator's face with his elbows!
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Stand up! This is what Gustafsson's cornermen are shouting. Don Frye is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Don Frye 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.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see that!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson pushes The Predator's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Gustafsson who is in full mount! The Predator is in trouble now!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Gustafsson drills Don Frye's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
This is over! That impact from Alexander Gustafsson has left The Predator laying flat on the mat!
Don Frye can't continue fighting. Mario Yamasaki doesn't allow him to continue fighting with his swollen right eye!
The Predator has a small cut in his Nose
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (GnP) at 2:51 Round 3
Statistics: Don Frye
Punches 12/13 (92%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/18 (6%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 10/15 (67%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 453 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 12/16 (75%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 11/15 (73%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 17/27 (63%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 433 s
Frye hits hard and effectively, but Gustafsson is a more complete fighter and that may or may not have been the differencemaker here.