Post by The Sandmen on Sept 4, 2015 12:16:05 GMT -5
Lyoto Machida looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Jon Fitch raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Lyoto Machida is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
Lyoto Machida comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Lyoto Machida and Jon Fitch touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Jon Fitch jumps back and jabs
Fitch seems staggered and Lyoto Machida runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Fitch grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Fitch moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jon Fitch fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to free his leg...
Lyoto doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Lyoto is trying to counter now!
Lyoto Machida attempts to move to full guard
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Jon Fitch a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Lyoto's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Herb Dean knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries an armbar from the bottom!
Jon Fitch breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Jon Fitch in his guard.
Jon Fitch keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Jon Fitch a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Lyoto uses his forearms to block the impact!
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Jon Fitch in his guard.
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to open up Lyoto Machida's defense faking a few punches.
Lyoto Machida wraps his arms around Fitch's arms and counters the punches.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is looking to end this fight with strikes
Lyoto anticipates his moves and avoids danger.
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Fitch gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Lyoto Machida! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Lyoto Machida doesn't defend himself!
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida tries to close the guard.
Lyoto put Jon Fitch in closed guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Jon Fitch uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch looks to posture up and open Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto Machida has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Jon Fitch gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Stand up! This is what Lyoto's cornermen are shouting. Jon Fitch is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Jon Fitch launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Lyoto tries to cover his face,
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
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.
Fitch throws a lazy kick
Lyoto blocks and keeps his distance.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Fitch follows Lyoto Machida
only to get counter punched in a big way! Fitch needs to stop playing Lyoto Machida's game or he'll get knocked out!
Fitch's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Fitch has a small cut in his Nose
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Lyoto is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
A furious flurry of punches from Lyoto Machida
just misses Fitch.
Lyoto Machida launches a low kick
that gets blocked quickly.
Lyoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Jon Fitch to fight back!
Fitch launches a hook to the body
Lyoto Machida moves aside looking for a counter...
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Fitch wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Fitch moves forward and holds Lyoto
Lyoto Machida pushes away Fitch trying to keep the fight at striking range
Fitch doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Lyoto Machida
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Jon Fitch tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Lyoto Machida
Fitch fails to take Lyoto down and both man are still clinching
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Lyoto Machida tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Jon Fitch
well done Fitch falls hard on the mat
Lyoto is standing while Fitch is on the ground on his back
Fitch tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Jon Fitch is on his feet again.
Lyoto and Fitch circle around the center of the cage.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Fitch launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
There is a small laceration on Lyoto Machida's Chin
Lyoto Machida moves forward and launches a high kick!
Vicious high kick!
Lyoto Machida and Fitch engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Jon Fitch tries a nice one-two combination
He scores!
Fitch shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Jon Fitch fakes a punch and launches himself over Lyoto!
Nice move by Fitch who clinches and pushes Lyoto against the cage
Lyoto Machida pushes away Fitch trying to keep the fight at striking range
Fitch stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida circles to get the center of the cage
Incredible high kick!
Fitch is worried!
Lyoto seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Lyoto Machida is opening up on Fitch and raining down combinations!
Fitch's corner looks worried!
Fitch has a small cut in his Nose
Lyoto Machida tries a middle kick
Fitch blocks with his arm! Wow, that was loud!
Lyoto Machida tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fitch won't budge, forcing Lyoto to pull guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Lyoto's ribs.
Lyoto blocks Jon Fitch's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Fitch misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Fitch tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Lyoto tries to cover his face,
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Fitch struggles and frees his leg!
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Lyoto Machida tries to open Fitch's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Lyoto Machida. Fitch is unable to cover himself now!
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Fitch launches a few weak punches
Lyoto blocks them effectively.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Jon Fitch tries to close the guard.
Fitch put Lyoto Machida in closed guard.
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Lyoto Machida can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Lyoto tries to escape from closed guard...
Lyoto struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Lyoto sits over his knees and pushes away Fitch's leg!
Lyoto Machida is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto Machida looks to mount Jon Fitch...
Jon Fitch takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Lyoto Machida tries to open Fitch's guard...
Fitch breaks the lock and covers himself from Lyoto's punches
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Fitch fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to open up Lyoto with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Lyoto blocks a few elbows and now Jon Fitch will have to look for another option here.
Jon Fitch gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Fitch's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fitch's side.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is clearly for Lyoto Machida.
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Round 3
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Round 3
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Fitch is holding Lyoto Machida's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fitch tries to cover his face,
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Jon Fitch slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Deep breaths from Jon Fitch who tries a hammer punch to Lyoto's ribs.
Lyoto blocks those punches
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fitch tries to roll on the ground!
Lyoto Machida uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto Machida looks to posture up and open Jon Fitch's guard...
Lyoto Machida forces Jon Fitch to open his guard.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Good looking punches from Lyoto Machida on the ground
They could take their toll on Fitch.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Jon Fitch doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Jon Fitch. 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.
Lyoto tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Lyoto is clinching with Fitch.
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Lyoto tries to take Jon Fitch down... Fitch stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida launches a few punches...
Jon Fitch dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Fitch fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Jon Fitch uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fitch tries to cover his face,
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He is not able to do it
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Jon Fitch cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
The clock says 3:10 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Jon Fitch slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Jon Fitch in his guard...
Lyoto Machida gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Fitch blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Lyoto's guard.
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida attempts to move to full guard
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Jon Fitch uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Jon Fitch uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Fitch is trying to counter now!
Jon Fitch positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Jon Fitch is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Lyoto's ribs
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Jon Fitch in his guard...
Jon Fitch keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Lyoto Machida fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Fitch's chin
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fitch into his guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch looks to posture up and open Lyoto Machida's guard...
Jon Fitch forces Lyoto Machida to open his guard.
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Lyoto Machida has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 4
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Lyoto Machida and Fitch engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Fitch looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lyoto Machida's punches
Lyoto is on the receiving end of a great combo by Fitch.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Fitch fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Fitch is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Lyoto's ribs.
Lyoto blocks Jon Fitch's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Fitch clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Jon Fitch is in Lyoto open guard now
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Fitch struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Jon Fitch is in Lyoto open guard now
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fitch tries to cover his face,
Fitch's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Jon Fitch is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Lyoto's abdomen
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch suddenly holds Lyoto Machida's arm and tries an armbar!
Punishing hold!
Punishing hold!
Lyoto can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Jon Fitch!
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fitch tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Jon Fitch a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Lyoto's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Herb Dean knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Lyoto's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida 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 Fitch's moves.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Lyoto's being punished here!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to stand up!
Fitch doesn't allow him!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Fitch tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jon Fitch attempts a sweep single...
Jon Fitch catches Lyoto Machida's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fitch.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch tries to better his position on the ground...
Fitch breaks the closed guard of Lyoto Machida and moves to half guard
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to show some ground skills
Fitch uses his strength to keep Fitch at a disadvantage
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Jon Fitch slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Jon Fitch controls the situation despite Lyoto Machida efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Body shots by Jon Fitch
Solid blows to Lyoto's abdomen.
Crushing shot to Lyoto's body! He's holding his side
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Lyoto's being punished here!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Jon Fitch controls the situation despite Lyoto Machida efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Jon Fitch in his guard...
Jon Fitch keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch aggressively and repeatedly punches Lyoto.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Lyoto's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to stand up!
Fitch doesn't allow him!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida 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 Fitch's moves.
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 5
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Lyoto Machida fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Jon Fitch! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Jon Fitch and Lyoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Lyoto seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Lyoto dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Fitch is trying to counter now!
Jon Fitch shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fitch into his guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch tries to open Lyoto's guard...
Lyoto breaks the lock and covers himself from Fitch's punches
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Fitch tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto Machida is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Jon Fitch tries to turn away and scramble out. Lyoto Machida takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Jon Fitch spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Fitch tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Fitch is clinching with Lyoto.
The fighters are clinching.
Fitch tries to take Lyoto Machida to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Lyoto is with is back on the ground now.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:00 in the 5 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Lyoto Machida can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Jon Fitch tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Jon Fitch gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 2:20 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Fitch cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Lyoto can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Lyoto tries to open up Jon Fitch's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Fitch in the side of the head
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fitch tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto works on the ground with his fingers over Fitch's face
Fitch shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Lyoto's face!
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Jon Fitch doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Fitch steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Jon Fitch fakes a punch and launches himself over Lyoto Machida
Great move by Fitch who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Lyoto tries to take Jon Fitch down... Fitch stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida launches a few punches...
Jon Fitch dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
Poorly executed technique. Jon Fitch looks to counter!
Fitch launches a hook to the body
Bang! Lyoto stops that one with his ribs!
Lyoto is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Lyoto steps backwards away from Jon Fitch. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Lyoto studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Fitch throws a lazy kick
Lyoto dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him in to orbit!
Fitch moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Lyoto with a double overhooks!
The clock says 4:25 in the 5 round
Jon Fitch is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Fitch is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Fitch tries to move to full mount!
Lyoto won't allow him to take this position easily.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Jon Fitch can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
Winner is Lyoto Machida by Split decision
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 19/34 (56%)
Kicks 4/5 (80%)
Clinch strikes 0/7 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 19/36 (53%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Damage caused 1996,62
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 439,7
Time on the ground 1036 s
Statistics: Jon Fitch
Punches 17/22 (77%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/11 (91%)
GnP strikes 28/64 (44%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Damage caused 2061,28
Clinch Damage 149,63
Ground Damage 1438,62
Time on the ground 1046 s
Super close, good fight.
Jon Fitch raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Lyoto Machida is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
Lyoto Machida comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Lyoto Machida and Jon Fitch touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Jon Fitch jumps back and jabs
Fitch seems staggered and Lyoto Machida runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Fitch grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Fitch moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Jon Fitch fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to free his leg...
Lyoto doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Lyoto is trying to counter now!
Lyoto Machida attempts to move to full guard
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Jon Fitch a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Lyoto's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Herb Dean knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries an armbar from the bottom!
Jon Fitch breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Jon Fitch in his guard.
Jon Fitch keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Jon Fitch a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Lyoto uses his forearms to block the impact!
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Jon Fitch in his guard.
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to open up Lyoto Machida's defense faking a few punches.
Lyoto Machida wraps his arms around Fitch's arms and counters the punches.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is looking to end this fight with strikes
Lyoto anticipates his moves and avoids danger.
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Fitch gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Lyoto Machida! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Lyoto Machida doesn't defend himself!
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida tries to close the guard.
Lyoto put Jon Fitch in closed guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Jon Fitch uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch looks to posture up and open Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto Machida has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Jon Fitch gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Stand up! This is what Lyoto's cornermen are shouting. Jon Fitch is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Jon Fitch launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Lyoto tries to cover his face,
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
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.
Fitch throws a lazy kick
Lyoto blocks and keeps his distance.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Fitch follows Lyoto Machida
only to get counter punched in a big way! Fitch needs to stop playing Lyoto Machida's game or he'll get knocked out!
Fitch's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Fitch has a small cut in his Nose
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Lyoto is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
A furious flurry of punches from Lyoto Machida
just misses Fitch.
Lyoto Machida launches a low kick
that gets blocked quickly.
Lyoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Jon Fitch to fight back!
Fitch launches a hook to the body
Lyoto Machida moves aside looking for a counter...
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Fitch wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Fitch moves forward and holds Lyoto
Lyoto Machida pushes away Fitch trying to keep the fight at striking range
Fitch doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Lyoto Machida
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Jon Fitch tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Lyoto Machida
Fitch fails to take Lyoto down and both man are still clinching
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Lyoto Machida tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Jon Fitch
well done Fitch falls hard on the mat
Lyoto is standing while Fitch is on the ground on his back
Fitch tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Jon Fitch is on his feet again.
Lyoto and Fitch circle around the center of the cage.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Fitch launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
There is a small laceration on Lyoto Machida's Chin
Lyoto Machida moves forward and launches a high kick!
Vicious high kick!
Lyoto Machida and Fitch engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Jon Fitch tries a nice one-two combination
He scores!
Fitch shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Jon Fitch fakes a punch and launches himself over Lyoto!
Nice move by Fitch who clinches and pushes Lyoto against the cage
Lyoto Machida pushes away Fitch trying to keep the fight at striking range
Fitch stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida circles to get the center of the cage
Incredible high kick!
Fitch is worried!
Lyoto seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Lyoto Machida is opening up on Fitch and raining down combinations!
Fitch's corner looks worried!
Fitch has a small cut in his Nose
Lyoto Machida tries a middle kick
Fitch blocks with his arm! Wow, that was loud!
Lyoto Machida tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fitch won't budge, forcing Lyoto to pull guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Lyoto's ribs.
Lyoto blocks Jon Fitch's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Fitch misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Fitch tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Lyoto tries to cover his face,
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Fitch struggles and frees his leg!
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Lyoto Machida tries to open Fitch's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Lyoto Machida. Fitch is unable to cover himself now!
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Fitch launches a few weak punches
Lyoto blocks them effectively.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Jon Fitch tries to close the guard.
Fitch put Lyoto Machida in closed guard.
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Lyoto Machida can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Lyoto tries to escape from closed guard...
Lyoto struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fitch
Lyoto sits over his knees and pushes away Fitch's leg!
Lyoto Machida is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Jon Fitch attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto Machida looks to mount Jon Fitch...
Jon Fitch takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Lyoto Machida tries to open Fitch's guard...
Fitch breaks the lock and covers himself from Lyoto's punches
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Fitch tries to close his guard around Lyoto
He is not able to do it
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Fitch fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Fitch tries to open up Lyoto with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Lyoto blocks a few elbows and now Jon Fitch will have to look for another option here.
Jon Fitch gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Fitch's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fitch's side.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is clearly for Lyoto Machida.
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Round 3
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Round 3
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Fitch is holding Lyoto Machida's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fitch tries to cover his face,
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Jon Fitch slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Deep breaths from Jon Fitch who tries a hammer punch to Lyoto's ribs.
Lyoto blocks those punches
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fitch tries to roll on the ground!
Lyoto Machida uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto Machida looks to posture up and open Jon Fitch's guard...
Lyoto Machida forces Jon Fitch to open his guard.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Good looking punches from Lyoto Machida on the ground
They could take their toll on Fitch.
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fitch
Jon Fitch doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Jon Fitch. 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.
Lyoto tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Lyoto is clinching with Fitch.
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Lyoto tries to take Jon Fitch down... Fitch stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida launches a few punches...
Jon Fitch dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Fitch fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Jon Fitch uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fitch tries to cover his face,
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He is not able to do it
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Jon Fitch cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
The clock says 3:10 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Jon Fitch slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Jon Fitch in his guard...
Lyoto Machida gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Fitch blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Lyoto's guard.
Jon Fitch is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida attempts to move to full guard
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Jon Fitch uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Jon Fitch uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Fitch is trying to counter now!
Jon Fitch positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Jon Fitch is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Lyoto's ribs
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Jon Fitch in his guard...
Jon Fitch keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Halifax Metro Centre (Halifax, Nova Scotia) are cheering for the fighters.
Lyoto Machida fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Fitch's chin
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Jon Fitch shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fitch into his guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch looks to posture up and open Lyoto Machida's guard...
Jon Fitch forces Lyoto Machida to open his guard.
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Lyoto Machida has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 4
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Lyoto Machida and Fitch engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Fitch looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lyoto Machida's punches
Lyoto is on the receiving end of a great combo by Fitch.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Fitch fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Fitch is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Lyoto's ribs.
Lyoto blocks Jon Fitch's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Fitch clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Jon Fitch is in Lyoto open guard now
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Fitch struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Jon Fitch is in Lyoto open guard now
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fitch's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fitch tries to cover his face,
Fitch's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Jon Fitch is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Lyoto's abdomen
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch suddenly holds Lyoto Machida's arm and tries an armbar!
Punishing hold!
Punishing hold!
Lyoto can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Jon Fitch!
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fitch tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Jon Fitch a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Lyoto's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Herb Dean knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Lyoto's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida 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 Fitch's moves.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Lyoto's being punished here!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to stand up!
Fitch doesn't allow him!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Fitch tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jon Fitch attempts a sweep single...
Jon Fitch catches Lyoto Machida's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fitch.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch tries to better his position on the ground...
Fitch breaks the closed guard of Lyoto Machida and moves to half guard
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to show some ground skills
Fitch uses his strength to keep Fitch at a disadvantage
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Jon Fitch slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Jon Fitch controls the situation despite Lyoto Machida efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Body shots by Jon Fitch
Solid blows to Lyoto's abdomen.
Crushing shot to Lyoto's body! He's holding his side
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Lyoto's being punished here!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Jon Fitch controls the situation despite Lyoto Machida efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Jon Fitch in his guard...
Jon Fitch keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch aggressively and repeatedly punches Lyoto.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Lyoto's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to stand up!
Fitch doesn't allow him!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida 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 Fitch's moves.
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 5
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Lyoto Machida fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Jon Fitch! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Jon Fitch and Lyoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Lyoto seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Lyoto dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Fitch is trying to counter now!
Jon Fitch shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fitch into his guard.
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Jon Fitch tries to open Lyoto's guard...
Lyoto breaks the lock and covers himself from Fitch's punches
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
Fitch tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Jon Fitch
Lyoto Machida is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Jon Fitch tries to turn away and scramble out. Lyoto Machida takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Jon Fitch spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Fitch tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Fitch is clinching with Lyoto.
The fighters are clinching.
Fitch tries to take Lyoto Machida to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Lyoto is with is back on the ground now.
Jon Fitch is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fitch
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:00 in the 5 round
Jon Fitch is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Fitch is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jon Fitch!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Jon Fitch
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Lyoto Machida can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Jon Fitch tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Jon Fitch gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 2:20 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Fitch cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Lyoto can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Lyoto tries to open up Jon Fitch's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Fitch in the side of the head
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fitch
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fitch tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto works on the ground with his fingers over Fitch's face
Fitch shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Lyoto's face!
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Jon Fitch is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Jon Fitch doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Fitch steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Jon Fitch fakes a punch and launches himself over Lyoto Machida
Great move by Fitch who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Lyoto tries to take Jon Fitch down... Fitch stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida launches a few punches...
Jon Fitch dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
Poorly executed technique. Jon Fitch looks to counter!
Fitch launches a hook to the body
Bang! Lyoto stops that one with his ribs!
Lyoto is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Lyoto steps backwards away from Jon Fitch. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Lyoto studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Fitch throws a lazy kick
Lyoto dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him in to orbit!
Fitch moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Lyoto with a double overhooks!
The clock says 4:25 in the 5 round
Jon Fitch is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Fitch is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fitch has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Fitch tries to move to full mount!
Lyoto won't allow him to take this position easily.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Jon Fitch is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Jon Fitch wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Jon Fitch can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
Winner is Lyoto Machida by Split decision
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 19/34 (56%)
Kicks 4/5 (80%)
Clinch strikes 0/7 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 19/36 (53%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Damage caused 1996,62
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 439,7
Time on the ground 1036 s
Statistics: Jon Fitch
Punches 17/22 (77%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/11 (91%)
GnP strikes 28/64 (44%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Damage caused 2061,28
Clinch Damage 149,63
Ground Damage 1438,62
Time on the ground 1046 s
Super close, good fight.