Post by The Sandmen on Oct 16, 2015 16:23:27 GMT -5
Zoila Gurgel doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
Tara LaRosa shifts back and forth nervously.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Gurgel and LaRosa move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Gurgel launches a furious low kick!
LaRosa blocks.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Tara LaRosa catches Zoila Gurgel's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by LaRosa.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Zoila Gurgel holds Tara LaRosa and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Tara LaRosa!
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes Gurgel's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to close the guard.
Gurgel put Tara LaRosa in closed guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Tara LaRosa!
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa is moving on the ground...
Gurgel tries to counter LaRosa's moves on the ground.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Zoila Gurgel tries to take advantage...
Gurgel tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
LaRosa struggles and frees her leg!
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
LaRosa put Zoila Gurgel in closed guard.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Stand up! This is what Gurgel's cornermen are shouting. Tara LaRosa is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Gurgel's ribs.
That hit Gurgel who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Zoila Gurgel!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Tara LaRosa rolls Zoila Gurgel to her stomach and takes her back!
LaRosa is in rear mount over Gurgel
Gurgel has LaRosa controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills she transitions to a side mount.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
LaRosa slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Zoila Gurgel.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Tara LaRosa controls the situation despite Zoila Gurgel efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to escape from the full mount...
Gurgel struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Zoila Gurgel tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Steve Mazzagatti stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zoila Gurgel throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
LaRosa's Left eye is beginning to swell
Gurgel studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with her ribs!
Quick hook by Zoila Gurgel
Good shot! LaRosa has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel attempts to cut off LaRosa with punches
LaRosa avoids getting cornered.
A high kick from Zoila Gurgel
glances off LaRosa.
Gurgel jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Zoila Gurgel pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Tara LaRosa tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Gurgel is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Gurgel pummels back into position.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Gurgel blocks Tara LaRosa's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Zoila Gurgel uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Zoila Gurgel uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Gurgel.
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Round 2
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Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on LaRosa's chin
There is a small laceration on Tara LaRosa's Chin
LaRosa looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Zoila Gurgel's punches
Gurgel is on the receiving end of a great combo by LaRosa.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
LaRosa is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
LaRosa shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
LaRosa looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Zoila Gurgel's punches
LaRosa is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gurgel.
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Zoila Gurgel jumps back and jabs
LaRosa only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Some counter punches against Zoila Gurgel
almost hit her as she moves away.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Tara LaRosa catches Zoila Gurgel's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Zoila Gurgel regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa tries to escape from the closed guard
Tara LaRosa any adventage in the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Zoila Gurgel regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gurgel leans and gets Tara LaRosa's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
LaRosa tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Tara LaRosa fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Tara LaRosa keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to close the guard.
Gurgel put Tara LaRosa in closed guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
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.
Nice punches from Zoila Gurgel.
LaRosa staggers backwards. Gurgel wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Zoila Gurgel is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Zoila Gurgel tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Gurgel
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Zoila Gurgel!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to escape from the full mount...
Gurgel struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Gurgel
Gurgel covers herself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Gurgel tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Zoila Gurgel gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around LaRosa
She is not able to do it
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around LaRosa
She is not able to do it
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Gurgel
LaRosa tries to jump to side mount.
Zoila Gurgel jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Yokohama Arena (Yokohama, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Gurgel launches a couple of jabs that are answered by LaRosa with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
LaRosa's Left eye is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Gurgel moves forward looking for some action
She surprises LaRosa with a double overhooks!
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Tara LaRosa circles around Gurgel
Tara LaRosa throws an uppercut
Gurgel slips it.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Zoila Gurgel tries to take advantage...
Zoila Gurgel attempts a sweep single...
Zoila Gurgel catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Gurgel.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Gurgel is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Zoila Gurgel fires an unorthodox punch to LaRosa's torso
that goes wide.
LaRosa avoids a dangerous strike from Gurgel
and fends her off with feel-out punches.
Tara LaRosa tries a hook to the body
but Gurgel manages to dodge it
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
A left hook from Gurgel
grazes the chin of LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and launches herself over Gurgel!
Nice move by LaRosa who clinches and pushes Gurgel against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Tara LaRosa's corner is turning out to be her worst enemy! Gurgel is throwing a flurry of punches!
Tara LaRosa just can't get away!
Tara LaRosa pushes away Gurgel trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gurgel doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Tara LaRosa
The fighters are clinching.
Zoila Gurgel postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting LaRosa hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa grab one of Zoila Gurgel's arm and tries a Hip Throw
Gurgel done well to maintain her balances and avoid going down
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Gurgel pushes Tara LaRosa and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
LaRosa steps backwards away from Zoila Gurgel. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Tara LaRosa launches a body shot
Gurgel dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Gurgel throws a low kick
Tara LaRosa blocks.
Gurgel and LaRosa circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa paws at Gurgel.
Gurgel answers with solid punches!
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Solid low kick from Zoila Gurgel.
For sure, that had to hurt!
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Terrible one sided match... LaRosa was not ready to fight a fighter of Zoila Gurgel caliber.
The two exchange wildly
Gurgel is connecting with a few punches
Crisp uppercut by Gurgel followed by a hard jab
Tara LaRosa stumbles back.
Zoila Gurgel takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gurgel sprawls and remains on her feet.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Tara LaRosa leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gurgel
LaRosa shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Zoila Gurgel tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Gurgel circles out and slips free of Tara LaRosa's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Gurgel throws a low kick
Tara LaRosa blocks.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Gurgel tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Gurgel is clinching with LaRosa.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gurgel tries to dirty boxing while holds LaRosa against cage
LaRosa is unable to defend herself and receives some punches in the ribs.
Tara LaRosa tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Gurgel is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
The fighters are clinching.
LaRosa doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Zoila Gurgel embrace and tries to move away...
Zoila Gurgel pushes LaRosa forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Tara LaRosa is on her back after that attempt
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
LaRosa leads with a punch
Zoila Gurgel avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Zoila Gurgel has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 4
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Tara LaRosa swings...
...no good.
Quick hook by Tara LaRosa
glances off Gurgel's arms.
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gurgel struggles... Tara LaRosa is unable to take her down
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Zoila Gurgel throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Gurgel looks to be in very good shape.
Gurgel moves backwards and Tara LaRosa is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with her ribs!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
LaRosa is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and moves laterally.
Gurgel is holding Tara LaRosa's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Zoila Gurgel in her guard.
Zoila Gurgel keeps control and remains in side mount.
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Gurgel uses her strength to keep Gurgel at a disadvantage
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Gurgel tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
LaRosa struggles to free herself
LaRosa's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
You can see the pain reflected in LaRosa's eyes...
LaRosa is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Zoila Gurgel rolls Tara LaRosa to her stomach and takes her back!
Gurgel is in rear mount over LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel throws her leg over Tara LaRosa's arm leaving her with only one arm to defend herself from Zoila Gurgel's rear naked choke attempt!
Tara LaRosa frees her arm and defends the choke. She manages to turn into Zoila Gurgel and ends up on top!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa breaths deeply while on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Tara LaRosa work her BJJ game.
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Zoila Gurgel regains full guard.
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
LaRosa and Gurgel circle around the center of the cage.
Brilliant combination from Tara LaRosa
Gurgel is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Zoila Gurgel to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Zoila Gurgel
that forces LaRosa to try and defend better.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Zoila Gurgel fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Some nice shots from Zoila Gurgel
that stun LaRosa.
A solid combination from Zoila Gurgel
connects with LaRosa.
LaRosa has a small cut in her Mouth
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. LaRosa moves back and takes a deep breath.
Gurgel is holding Tara LaRosa's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Zoila Gurgel has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 5
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LaRosa jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Gurgel sees what was coming and ducks under her opponent and moves aside
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:30 in the 5 round
A solid combination from Tara LaRosa
mostly hits air.
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on LaRosa's chin
LaRosa's Chin is beginning to swell
Tara LaRosa tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Crisp uppercut by LaRosa followed by a hard jab
Gurgel deflects the blows.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel fires low kicks
punishing LaRosa's legs repeatedly.
A high kick from Tara LaRosa
falls short of the mark.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with her ribs!
Quick hook by Zoila Gurgel
Good shot! LaRosa has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 1:35 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Zoila Gurgel jumps back and jabs
LaRosa seems staggered and Zoila Gurgel runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Gurgel and LaRosa circle around the center of the cage.
Gurgel steps backwards away from Tara LaRosa. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Gurgel looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Tara LaRosa's punches
LaRosa is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gurgel.
Gurgel steps backwards away from Tara LaRosa. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
LaRosa is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
LaRosa leads with a punch
Zoila Gurgel avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Gurgel grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over LaRosa
Gurgel moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel tries to free her leg...
Zoila Gurgel uses some of her skill by jumping out of LaRosa's guard. She moves quickly to full mount!
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Gurgel breaths deeply while on the ground
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Zoila Gurgel slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:35 in the 5 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Gurgel fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Tara LaRosa's arm and tries an armbar!
Crippling lock!
Gurgel launches a couple of strikes with her heels over Tara LaRosa's face and then launches herself backwards with all her might! LaRosa taps with a pained grin.
Winner is Zoila Gurgel by Submission (Armbar) at 4:43 Round 5
Statistics: Zoila Gurgel
Punches 55/74 (74%)
Kicks 5/8 (62%)
Clinch strikes 9/13 (69%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 497 s
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 8/40 (20%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 2/9 (22%)
GnP strikes 1/5 (20%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 497 s
Zoila did that thing she does where she is super defensive at the start then lays it on late. Totally unique fighter that I have no idea how she does that or why, but I kinda dig it.
Tara LaRosa shifts back and forth nervously.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Gurgel and LaRosa move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Gurgel launches a furious low kick!
LaRosa blocks.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Tara LaRosa catches Zoila Gurgel's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by LaRosa.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Zoila Gurgel holds Tara LaRosa and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Tara LaRosa!
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes Gurgel's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to close the guard.
Gurgel put Tara LaRosa in closed guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Tara LaRosa!
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa is moving on the ground...
Gurgel tries to counter LaRosa's moves on the ground.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Zoila Gurgel tries to take advantage...
Gurgel tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
LaRosa struggles and frees her leg!
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
LaRosa put Zoila Gurgel in closed guard.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Stand up! This is what Gurgel's cornermen are shouting. Tara LaRosa is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Gurgel's ribs.
That hit Gurgel who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Zoila Gurgel!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Tara LaRosa rolls Zoila Gurgel to her stomach and takes her back!
LaRosa is in rear mount over Gurgel
Gurgel has LaRosa controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills she transitions to a side mount.
Tara LaRosa is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Tara LaRosa looks to pass to mount...
LaRosa slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Zoila Gurgel.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
LaRosa tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Tara LaRosa controls the situation despite Zoila Gurgel efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to escape from the full mount...
Gurgel struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Zoila Gurgel tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Steve Mazzagatti stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zoila Gurgel throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
LaRosa's Left eye is beginning to swell
Gurgel studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with her ribs!
Quick hook by Zoila Gurgel
Good shot! LaRosa has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel attempts to cut off LaRosa with punches
LaRosa avoids getting cornered.
A high kick from Zoila Gurgel
glances off LaRosa.
Gurgel jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Zoila Gurgel pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Tara LaRosa tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Gurgel is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Gurgel pummels back into position.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Gurgel blocks Tara LaRosa's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Zoila Gurgel uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Zoila Gurgel uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Gurgel.
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Round 2
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Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on LaRosa's chin
There is a small laceration on Tara LaRosa's Chin
LaRosa looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Zoila Gurgel's punches
Gurgel is on the receiving end of a great combo by LaRosa.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
LaRosa is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
LaRosa shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
LaRosa looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Zoila Gurgel's punches
LaRosa is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gurgel.
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Zoila Gurgel jumps back and jabs
LaRosa only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Some counter punches against Zoila Gurgel
almost hit her as she moves away.
Tara LaRosa attempts a sweep single...
Tara LaRosa catches Zoila Gurgel's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Zoila Gurgel regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa tries to escape from the closed guard
Tara LaRosa any adventage in the ground.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Zoila Gurgel regains full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gurgel leans and gets Tara LaRosa's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
LaRosa tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Tara LaRosa fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Tara LaRosa keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to close the guard.
Gurgel put Tara LaRosa in closed guard.
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
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.
Nice punches from Zoila Gurgel.
LaRosa staggers backwards. Gurgel wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Zoila Gurgel is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Zoila Gurgel tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Gurgel
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Zoila Gurgel is in closed guard over LaRosa
Gurgel is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Zoila Gurgel!
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to escape from the full mount...
Gurgel struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Gurgel
Gurgel covers herself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Gurgel tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Tara LaRosa doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Tara LaRosa is in full mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to roll to her side and trap Tara LaRosa in her guard...
Zoila Gurgel gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around LaRosa
She is not able to do it
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around LaRosa
She is not able to do it
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Gurgel
LaRosa tries to jump to side mount.
Zoila Gurgel jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Yokohama Arena (Yokohama, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Gurgel launches a couple of jabs that are answered by LaRosa with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
LaRosa's Left eye is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Gurgel moves forward looking for some action
She surprises LaRosa with a double overhooks!
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Tara LaRosa circles around Gurgel
Tara LaRosa throws an uppercut
Gurgel slips it.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Zoila Gurgel tries to take advantage...
Zoila Gurgel attempts a sweep single...
Zoila Gurgel catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Gurgel.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Gurgel is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Zoila Gurgel fires an unorthodox punch to LaRosa's torso
that goes wide.
LaRosa avoids a dangerous strike from Gurgel
and fends her off with feel-out punches.
Tara LaRosa tries a hook to the body
but Gurgel manages to dodge it
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
A left hook from Gurgel
grazes the chin of LaRosa.
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and launches herself over Gurgel!
Nice move by LaRosa who clinches and pushes Gurgel against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Tara LaRosa's corner is turning out to be her worst enemy! Gurgel is throwing a flurry of punches!
Tara LaRosa just can't get away!
Tara LaRosa pushes away Gurgel trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gurgel doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Tara LaRosa
The fighters are clinching.
Zoila Gurgel postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting LaRosa hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa grab one of Zoila Gurgel's arm and tries a Hip Throw
Gurgel done well to maintain her balances and avoid going down
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Gurgel pushes Tara LaRosa and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
LaRosa steps backwards away from Zoila Gurgel. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Tara LaRosa launches a body shot
Gurgel dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Gurgel throws a low kick
Tara LaRosa blocks.
Gurgel and LaRosa circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa paws at Gurgel.
Gurgel answers with solid punches!
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Solid low kick from Zoila Gurgel.
For sure, that had to hurt!
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Terrible one sided match... LaRosa was not ready to fight a fighter of Zoila Gurgel caliber.
The two exchange wildly
Gurgel is connecting with a few punches
Crisp uppercut by Gurgel followed by a hard jab
Tara LaRosa stumbles back.
Zoila Gurgel takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
LaRosa fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gurgel sprawls and remains on her feet.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Tara LaRosa leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gurgel
LaRosa shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Zoila Gurgel tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Gurgel circles out and slips free of Tara LaRosa's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Gurgel throws a low kick
Tara LaRosa blocks.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Gurgel tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Gurgel is clinching with LaRosa.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gurgel tries to dirty boxing while holds LaRosa against cage
LaRosa is unable to defend herself and receives some punches in the ribs.
Tara LaRosa tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Gurgel is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
The fighters are clinching.
LaRosa doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Zoila Gurgel embrace and tries to move away...
Zoila Gurgel pushes LaRosa forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Tara LaRosa is on her back after that attempt
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
LaRosa leads with a punch
Zoila Gurgel avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Zoila Gurgel has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 4
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Tara LaRosa swings...
...no good.
Quick hook by Tara LaRosa
glances off Gurgel's arms.
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gurgel struggles... Tara LaRosa is unable to take her down
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Zoila Gurgel throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Gurgel looks to be in very good shape.
Gurgel moves backwards and Tara LaRosa is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with her ribs!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
LaRosa is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and moves laterally.
Gurgel is holding Tara LaRosa's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Zoila Gurgel in her guard.
Zoila Gurgel keeps control and remains in side mount.
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Gurgel uses her strength to keep Gurgel at a disadvantage
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Gurgel tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
LaRosa struggles to free herself
LaRosa's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
You can see the pain reflected in LaRosa's eyes...
LaRosa is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Zoila Gurgel rolls Tara LaRosa to her stomach and takes her back!
Gurgel is in rear mount over LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel throws her leg over Tara LaRosa's arm leaving her with only one arm to defend herself from Zoila Gurgel's rear naked choke attempt!
Tara LaRosa frees her arm and defends the choke. She manages to turn into Zoila Gurgel and ends up on top!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
LaRosa breaths deeply while on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Gurgel
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Tara LaRosa work her BJJ game.
Tara LaRosa tries to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Tara LaRosa passes momentarily but Zoila Gurgel regains full guard.
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
LaRosa and Gurgel circle around the center of the cage.
Brilliant combination from Tara LaRosa
Gurgel is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Zoila Gurgel to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Zoila Gurgel
that forces LaRosa to try and defend better.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Zoila Gurgel fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Some nice shots from Zoila Gurgel
that stun LaRosa.
A solid combination from Zoila Gurgel
connects with LaRosa.
LaRosa has a small cut in her Mouth
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
LaRosa decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. LaRosa moves back and takes a deep breath.
Gurgel is holding Tara LaRosa's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Zoila Gurgel has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 5
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LaRosa jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Gurgel sees what was coming and ducks under her opponent and moves aside
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:30 in the 5 round
A solid combination from Tara LaRosa
mostly hits air.
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on LaRosa's chin
LaRosa's Chin is beginning to swell
Tara LaRosa tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Crisp uppercut by LaRosa followed by a hard jab
Gurgel deflects the blows.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel fires low kicks
punishing LaRosa's legs repeatedly.
A high kick from Tara LaRosa
falls short of the mark.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! LaRosa stops that one with her ribs!
Quick hook by Zoila Gurgel
Good shot! LaRosa has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 1:35 in the 5 round
Tara LaRosa goes with a looping right hand while Zoila Gurgel jumps back and jabs
LaRosa seems staggered and Zoila Gurgel runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Gurgel and LaRosa circle around the center of the cage.
Gurgel steps backwards away from Tara LaRosa. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Gurgel looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Tara LaRosa's punches
LaRosa is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gurgel.
Gurgel steps backwards away from Tara LaRosa. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
LaRosa is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
LaRosa leads with a punch
Zoila Gurgel avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Gurgel grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over LaRosa
Gurgel moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel tries to free her leg...
Zoila Gurgel uses some of her skill by jumping out of LaRosa's guard. She moves quickly to full mount!
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Gurgel breaths deeply while on the ground
Zoila Gurgel is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Zoila Gurgel looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Zoila Gurgel slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:35 in the 5 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Gurgel fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Tara LaRosa's arm and tries an armbar!
Crippling lock!
Gurgel launches a couple of strikes with her heels over Tara LaRosa's face and then launches herself backwards with all her might! LaRosa taps with a pained grin.
Winner is Zoila Gurgel by Submission (Armbar) at 4:43 Round 5
Statistics: Zoila Gurgel
Punches 55/74 (74%)
Kicks 5/8 (62%)
Clinch strikes 9/13 (69%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 497 s
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 8/40 (20%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 2/9 (22%)
GnP strikes 1/5 (20%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 497 s
Zoila did that thing she does where she is super defensive at the start then lays it on late. Totally unique fighter that I have no idea how she does that or why, but I kinda dig it.