Post by The Sandmen on Nov 29, 2015 18:30:12 GMT -5
Ferocious staredown by KenFlo while Dan Miragliotta recites the rules.
Ferocious staredown by Gono while Dan Miragliotta recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Akihiro Gono is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to pass Akihiro Gono's guard...
Kenny Florian passes momentarily but Akihiro Gono regains full guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo struggles on the ground and tries to break Akihiro Gono's guard...
Kenny Florian is in Gono open guard now
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Gono breaths deeply while on the ground
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Kenny Florian isolates Akihiro Gono's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Akihiro Gono is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Poorly executed technique. Akihiro Gono looks to counter!
Akihiro Gono tries to close the guard.
Gono put Kenny Florian in closed guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Kenny Florian uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Kenny Florian storms over Gono with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Akihiro Gono blocks them all showing some great skills here.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Kenny Florian!
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
KenFlo breaks the lock showing some skills...
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
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 Pacific Coliseum (Vancouver, British Columbia) are cheering for the fighters.
Akihiro Gono throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of KenFlo.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Akihiro Gono tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
KenFlo is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to jump to side mount.
Kenny Florian closed his guard around Akihiro Gono.
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono looks to mount Kenny Florian...
Kenny Florian takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo attempts a triangle from bottom! Akihiro Gono slips out. KenFlo quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Akihiro Gono slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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.
KenFlo wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
KenFlo gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
KenFlo blocks Akihiro Gono's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Pacific Coliseum (Vancouver, British Columbia) is cheering him!
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Akihiro Gono
Kenny Florian looks to pass to mount...
Gono creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Gono moves forward looking for some action
He surprises KenFlo with a double overhooks!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Akihiro Gono and KenFlo engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Kenny Florian is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Gono is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian loses balance and goes to the ground.
KenFlo's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 2
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Solid jabs from Akihiro Gono.
KenFlo defends.
Gono moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to KenFlo's thigh!
Akihiro Gono attempts to cut off KenFlo with punches
KenFlo reels from the strikes.
KenFlo's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Akihiro Gono and KenFlo engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Kenny Florian is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Tremendous strikes from Gono!
Some big punches are landing!
Akihiro Gono launches a low kick
that almost wrenches KenFlo's knee!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Gono is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian loses balance and goes to the ground.
KenFlo's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Gono tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Kenny Florian creates enough space to control Akihiro Gono's leg.
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in half guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Gono spins out, but Kenny Florian was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Gono is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Gono is trying to counter now!
Gono opts to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo didn't see that coming. Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo now.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo tries to close his guard around Gono
He is not able to do it
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono tries to pass to half guard...
Kenny Florian's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono tries to open KenFlo's guard...
KenFlo breaks the lock and covers himself from Gono's punches
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Gono spins out, but Kenny Florian was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Gono is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Akihiro Gono. 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.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Akihiro Gono!
KenFlo is going to have a big headache after that blow!
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Akihiro Gono didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo fires a barrage of punches at Gono's head!
This is bad! KenFlo is just pounding on Akihiro Gono's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
There is a small laceration on Akihiro Gono's Nose
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
KenFlo is looking to end this fight with strikes
He starts to pound away at Akihiro Gono, who is barely covering up!
Gono has a small cut in his Chin
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to pass Akihiro Gono's guard...
Kenny Florian manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Akihiro Gono
Gono tries to show some ground skills
Akihiro Gono put KenFlo in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Akihiro Gono manages to switch to full guard.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Gono cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as KenFlo can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Kenny Florian tries to pass to half guard...
Akihiro Gono's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo launches a barrage of elbows over Gono's face!
Akihiro Gono blocks the elbows and tries to cool down the fight.
KenFlo clumsily fails here and it's time for Akihiro Gono to fight back!
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Kenny Florian!
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Akihiro Gono doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Gono is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against KenFlo's ribs.
KenFlo blocks Akihiro Gono's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Gono clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo measures the resilience of Gono's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gono's side.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo measures the resilience of Gono's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gono's side.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Gono looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenny Florian's punches
Gono measures the resilience of KenFlo's chin with an uppercut while KenFlo lands some great crosses.
Akihiro Gono launches a low kick
that almost wrenches KenFlo's knee!
KenFlo hyper-extended his leg
Kenny Florian launches a body shot
Gono evades.
Gono throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
Hard blow to KenFlo's mid-section, he seems hurt
Kenny Florian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Gono moves forward looking for some action
He surprises KenFlo with a double overhooks!
Gono looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenny Florian's punches
Gono measures the resilience of KenFlo's chin with an uppercut while KenFlo lands some great crosses.
KenFlo moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Gono with a double overhooks!
Kenny Florian attempts to cut off Gono with punches
Gono reels from the strikes.
The two exchange wildly
KenFlo is connecting with a few punches
Gono's Chin is beginning to swell
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
There is a small laceration on Akihiro Gono's Chin
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
KenFlo showing excellent timing, blasts Akihiro Gono with a right hand.
Gono steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
A right hand from Akihiro Gono
gets deflected.
Gono misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
KenFlo showing excellent timing, blasts Akihiro Gono with a right hand.
Great hook by Kenny Florian! Akihiro Gono is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
KenFlo is standing while Gono is on the ground on his back
Gono tries to hit Kenny Florian with a kick to his knee from the ground.
KenFlo dodges that
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
KenFlo is standing while Gono is on the ground on his back
Gono tries to hit Kenny Florian with a kick to his knee from the ground.
KenFlo dodges that
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
KenFlo decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Gono's guard.
Gono did not see that coming! Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono now.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gono is able to break the lock.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gono is able to break the lock.
Poorly executed technique. Akihiro Gono looks to counter!
Gono reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
KenFlo blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono is cooling the fight on the ground
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Pacific Coliseum (Vancouver, British Columbia) are cheering for the fighters.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
KenFlo goes to the body...
He punishes Gono's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Crushing shot to Gono's body! He's holding his side
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gono sprawls and remains on his feet.
Akihiro Gono tries a hook to the body
but KenFlo manages to dodge it
Akihiro Gono gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
Kenny Florian leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gono
KenFlo shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Kenny Florian tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
KenFlo circles out and slips free of Akihiro Gono's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Kenny Florian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gono is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gono is able to break the lock.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
KenFlo is in open guard over Gono... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gono rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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.
Akihiro Gono tries a middle kick
Kenny Florian blocks and steps away.
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian attempts a sweep single...
Kenny Florian catches Akihiro Gono's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by KenFlo.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo launches a barrage of elbows over Gono's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Gono doesn't fight back!
There is a small laceration on Akihiro Gono's Right eye
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Good looking punches from Kenny Florian on the ground
deflected by Gono.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Kenny Florian uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for KenFlo, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 4
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Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
A high kick from Akihiro Gono
grazes KenFlo's head, but he seems okay.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
KenFlo throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Gono's Nose is beginning to swell
Akihiro Gono continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The two exchange wildly
KenFlo is connecting with a few punches
KenFlo is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Several good body shots
land on Gono.
Gono is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
KenFlo tries to show some ground skills
Kenny Florian put Gono in half guard.
Akihiro Gono is in half guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Gono's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gono tries to cover his face,
Akihiro Gono is in half guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian manages to switch to full guard.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
KenFlo throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Akihiro Gono realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Kenny Florian gets sloppy and Akihiro Gono tries to take advantage...
Gono opts to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo fights back with his feet, forcing Gono to try something else.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Akihiro Gono realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
Akihiro Gono decides to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo didn't see that coming. Gono is in open guard over KenFlo now.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Akihiro Gono hovers above KenFlo
Good punches to KenFlo's body.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono 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 KenFlo's moves.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo tries to close his guard around Gono
He succeeds!
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Gono's cheek from the guard.
Akihiro Gono uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Gono is in closed guard... KenFlo tries to roll on the ground!
Akihiro Gono uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gono blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
Gono tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Akihiro Gono fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Dan Miragliotta 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.
Tremendous strikes from KenFlo!
Some big punches are landing!
Gono is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Akihiro Gono moves forward looking for some grappling action
Gono has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Akihiro Gono postures up and launches another series of punches!
KenFlo pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Akihiro Gono's offensive.
Kenny Florian pushes away Gono trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gono doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Kenny Florian
The fighters are clinching.
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Gono pushes off of Kenny Florian and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
KenFlo holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
Gono clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Kenny Florian locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Akihiro Gono slips his head out and ends up in Kenny Florian's guard.
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to open up KenFlo with a few strikes with his right elbow...
KenFlo blocks a few elbows and now Akihiro Gono will have to look for another option here.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
Gono is in closed guard... KenFlo tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Akihiro Gono!
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Akihiro Gono
Akihiro Gono continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Akihiro Gono tries to roll on the ground...
KenFlo knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Akihiro Gono
Gono tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Deep breaths from Akihiro Gono who tries a hammer punch to KenFlo's ribs.
That hit KenFlo who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Akihiro Gono manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Gono doesn't stop bleeding.
Gono tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He succeeds!
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to better his position on the ground...
KenFlo breaks the closed guard of Akihiro Gono and moves to half guard
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Akihiro Gono
Kenny Florian isolates Akihiro Gono's right arm looking for an armbar...
Akihiro Gono manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Kenny Florian lost his dominant position.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Akihiro Gono cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Poorly executed technique. Akihiro Gono looks to counter!
Akihiro Gono tries to pass to half guard...
Kenny Florian's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Gono's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gono tries to cover his face,
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Gono looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenny Florian's punches
KenFlo is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gono.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Gono showing excellent timing, blasts Kenny Florian with a right hand.
Great hook by Akihiro Gono! Kenny Florian is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Gono is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Gono cartwheels towards KenFlo!
KenFlo fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
KenFlo tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Kenny Florian kicks his legs trying to keep Akihiro Gono away.
Akihiro Gono takes a kick to the body.
Hard blow to Gono's mid-section, he seems hurt
Gono is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Akihiro Gono creates space and allows Kenny Florian to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Kenny Florian is standing now.
KenFlo is holding Akihiro Gono's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Akihiro Gono shows great balance while pushing away Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Kenny Florian throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Solid low kick from Kenny Florian.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Good movement from Gono
who is bobbing and weaving.
Gono clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Gono launches a kick
KenFlo checks it and keeps distance.
Kenny Florian fakes a punch and launches himself over Akihiro Gono
Great move by KenFlo who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Akihiro Gono postures up and launches another series of punches!
KenFlo pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Akihiro Gono's offensive.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Gono steps backwards away from Kenny Florian. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The two exchange wildly
Gono is connecting with a few punches
Kenny Florian tries a hook to the body
and hits Gono ribs hard
Nice beating Kenny Florian has received.
KenFlo launches a stiff jab!
Gono ducks that one.
KenFlo wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
KenFlo moves forward and holds Gono
Akihiro Gono pushes away KenFlo trying to keep the fight at striking range
KenFlo doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Akihiro Gono
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Akihiro Gono throws a wild flurry of punches while in the clinch!
KenFlo is being hit hard here!
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Akihiro Gono slightly pushes KenFlo into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Gono doesn't stop bleeding.
Akihiro Gono attempts a sweep single...
Akihiro Gono catches Kenny Florian's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Gono.
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to escape from the closed guard
Gono succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to jump to side mount.
Kenny Florian closed his guard around Akihiro Gono.
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian attempts to trap Akihiro Gono in his guard.
Akihiro Gono keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:55 in the 5 round
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
KenFlo measures the resilience of Gono's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gono blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
Akihiro Gono aggressively and repeatedly punches KenFlo.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Gono tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono tries to better his position on the ground...
Gono is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Akihiro Gono rolls Kenny Florian to his stomach and takes his back!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
Winner is Akihiro Gono by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Kenny Florian
Punches 36/52 (69%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 5/7 (71%)
GnP strikes 19/44 (43%)
Submissions 14/14 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 806 s
Statistics: Akihiro Gono
Punches 24/45 (53%)
Kicks 5/6 (83%)
Clinch strikes 4/20 (20%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/33 (48%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 814 s
Decent fight, both chaps did offence.Kenny got more tired than Akihiro but probably because Aki did more damaging. Not by much, but by enough.
Ferocious staredown by Gono while Dan Miragliotta recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Kenny Florian shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Akihiro Gono is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull KenFlo into his guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to pass Akihiro Gono's guard...
Kenny Florian passes momentarily but Akihiro Gono regains full guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo struggles on the ground and tries to break Akihiro Gono's guard...
Kenny Florian is in Gono open guard now
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Gono breaths deeply while on the ground
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Kenny Florian isolates Akihiro Gono's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Akihiro Gono is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Poorly executed technique. Akihiro Gono looks to counter!
Akihiro Gono tries to close the guard.
Gono put Kenny Florian in closed guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Kenny Florian uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Kenny Florian storms over Gono with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Akihiro Gono blocks them all showing some great skills here.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Kenny Florian!
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
KenFlo breaks the lock showing some skills...
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
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 Pacific Coliseum (Vancouver, British Columbia) are cheering for the fighters.
Akihiro Gono throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of KenFlo.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Akihiro Gono tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
KenFlo is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to jump to side mount.
Kenny Florian closed his guard around Akihiro Gono.
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono looks to mount Kenny Florian...
Kenny Florian takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo attempts a triangle from bottom! Akihiro Gono slips out. KenFlo quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Akihiro Gono slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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.
KenFlo wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
KenFlo gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
KenFlo blocks Akihiro Gono's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Pacific Coliseum (Vancouver, British Columbia) is cheering him!
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Akihiro Gono
Kenny Florian looks to pass to mount...
Gono creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Gono moves forward looking for some action
He surprises KenFlo with a double overhooks!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Akihiro Gono and KenFlo engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Kenny Florian is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Gono is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian loses balance and goes to the ground.
KenFlo's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 2
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Solid jabs from Akihiro Gono.
KenFlo defends.
Gono moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to KenFlo's thigh!
Akihiro Gono attempts to cut off KenFlo with punches
KenFlo reels from the strikes.
KenFlo's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Akihiro Gono and KenFlo engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Kenny Florian is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Tremendous strikes from Gono!
Some big punches are landing!
Akihiro Gono launches a low kick
that almost wrenches KenFlo's knee!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Gono is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian loses balance and goes to the ground.
KenFlo's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Gono tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Kenny Florian creates enough space to control Akihiro Gono's leg.
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in half guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Gono spins out, but Kenny Florian was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Gono is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Gono is trying to counter now!
Gono opts to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo didn't see that coming. Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo now.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo tries to close his guard around Gono
He is not able to do it
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono tries to pass to half guard...
Kenny Florian's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono tries to open KenFlo's guard...
KenFlo breaks the lock and covers himself from Gono's punches
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Gono spins out, but Kenny Florian was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Gono is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Akihiro Gono. 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.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Akihiro Gono!
KenFlo is going to have a big headache after that blow!
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Akihiro Gono didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo fires a barrage of punches at Gono's head!
This is bad! KenFlo is just pounding on Akihiro Gono's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
There is a small laceration on Akihiro Gono's Nose
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
KenFlo is looking to end this fight with strikes
He starts to pound away at Akihiro Gono, who is barely covering up!
Gono has a small cut in his Chin
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to pass Akihiro Gono's guard...
Kenny Florian manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Akihiro Gono
Gono tries to show some ground skills
Akihiro Gono put KenFlo in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Akihiro Gono manages to switch to full guard.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Gono cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as KenFlo can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Kenny Florian tries to pass to half guard...
Akihiro Gono's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo launches a barrage of elbows over Gono's face!
Akihiro Gono blocks the elbows and tries to cool down the fight.
KenFlo clumsily fails here and it's time for Akihiro Gono to fight back!
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Kenny Florian!
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Akihiro Gono doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Gono is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against KenFlo's ribs.
KenFlo blocks Akihiro Gono's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
Gono clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo measures the resilience of Gono's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gono's side.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo measures the resilience of Gono's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gono's side.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Gono looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenny Florian's punches
Gono measures the resilience of KenFlo's chin with an uppercut while KenFlo lands some great crosses.
Akihiro Gono launches a low kick
that almost wrenches KenFlo's knee!
KenFlo hyper-extended his leg
Kenny Florian launches a body shot
Gono evades.
Gono throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
Hard blow to KenFlo's mid-section, he seems hurt
Kenny Florian is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Gono moves forward looking for some action
He surprises KenFlo with a double overhooks!
Gono looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenny Florian's punches
Gono measures the resilience of KenFlo's chin with an uppercut while KenFlo lands some great crosses.
KenFlo moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Gono with a double overhooks!
Kenny Florian attempts to cut off Gono with punches
Gono reels from the strikes.
The two exchange wildly
KenFlo is connecting with a few punches
Gono's Chin is beginning to swell
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
There is a small laceration on Akihiro Gono's Chin
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
KenFlo showing excellent timing, blasts Akihiro Gono with a right hand.
Gono steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
A right hand from Akihiro Gono
gets deflected.
Gono misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
KenFlo showing excellent timing, blasts Akihiro Gono with a right hand.
Great hook by Kenny Florian! Akihiro Gono is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
KenFlo is standing while Gono is on the ground on his back
Gono tries to hit Kenny Florian with a kick to his knee from the ground.
KenFlo dodges that
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
KenFlo is standing while Gono is on the ground on his back
Gono tries to hit Kenny Florian with a kick to his knee from the ground.
KenFlo dodges that
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
KenFlo decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Gono's guard.
Gono did not see that coming! Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono now.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gono is able to break the lock.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gono is able to break the lock.
Poorly executed technique. Akihiro Gono looks to counter!
Gono reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
KenFlo blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono is cooling the fight on the ground
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Pacific Coliseum (Vancouver, British Columbia) are cheering for the fighters.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
KenFlo goes to the body...
He punishes Gono's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Crushing shot to Gono's body! He's holding his side
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gono sprawls and remains on his feet.
Akihiro Gono tries a hook to the body
but KenFlo manages to dodge it
Akihiro Gono gets sloppy and Kenny Florian tries to take advantage...
Kenny Florian leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gono
KenFlo shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Kenny Florian tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
KenFlo circles out and slips free of Akihiro Gono's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Kenny Florian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gono is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gono is able to break the lock.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
KenFlo steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
KenFlo is in open guard over Gono... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gono rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. 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.
Akihiro Gono tries a middle kick
Kenny Florian blocks and steps away.
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
Kenny Florian attempts a sweep single...
Kenny Florian catches Akihiro Gono's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by KenFlo.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo launches a barrage of elbows over Gono's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Gono doesn't fight back!
There is a small laceration on Akihiro Gono's Right eye
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Good looking punches from Kenny Florian on the ground
deflected by Gono.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
KenFlo is in closed guard... Gono tries to roll on the ground!
Kenny Florian uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for KenFlo, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 4
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Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
A high kick from Akihiro Gono
grazes KenFlo's head, but he seems okay.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
KenFlo throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Gono's Nose is beginning to swell
Akihiro Gono continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The two exchange wildly
KenFlo is connecting with a few punches
KenFlo is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Several good body shots
land on Gono.
Gono is holding Kenny Florian's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Kenny Florian loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
KenFlo tries to show some ground skills
Kenny Florian put Gono in half guard.
Akihiro Gono is in half guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Gono's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gono tries to cover his face,
Akihiro Gono is in half guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian attempts to move to full guard
Kenny Florian manages to switch to full guard.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
KenFlo throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Akihiro Gono realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Kenny Florian gets sloppy and Akihiro Gono tries to take advantage...
Gono opts to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo fights back with his feet, forcing Gono to try something else.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Akihiro Gono realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
Akihiro Gono decides to jump inside KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo didn't see that coming. Gono is in open guard over KenFlo now.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Akihiro Gono hovers above KenFlo
Good punches to KenFlo's body.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Akihiro Gono 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 KenFlo's moves.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
KenFlo tries to close his guard around Gono
He succeeds!
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Gono's cheek from the guard.
Akihiro Gono uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Gono is in closed guard... KenFlo tries to roll on the ground!
Akihiro Gono uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gono blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass KenFlo's guard.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
Gono tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Akihiro Gono fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Dan Miragliotta 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.
Tremendous strikes from KenFlo!
Some big punches are landing!
Gono is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Akihiro Gono moves forward looking for some grappling action
Gono has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Akihiro Gono postures up and launches another series of punches!
KenFlo pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Akihiro Gono's offensive.
Kenny Florian pushes away Gono trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gono doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Kenny Florian
The fighters are clinching.
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Gono pushes off of Kenny Florian and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
KenFlo holds his opponent tight while he tries to cool down the action.
Gono clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Kenny Florian locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Akihiro Gono slips his head out and ends up in Kenny Florian's guard.
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to open up KenFlo with a few strikes with his right elbow...
KenFlo blocks a few elbows and now Akihiro Gono will have to look for another option here.
KenFlo is trying to counter now!
Gono is in closed guard... KenFlo tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Akihiro Gono!
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Akihiro Gono
Akihiro Gono continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Akihiro Gono tries to roll on the ground...
KenFlo knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Kenny Florian is in full mount over Akihiro Gono
Gono tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Deep breaths from Akihiro Gono who tries a hammer punch to KenFlo's ribs.
That hit KenFlo who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Gono
Akihiro Gono attempts to move to full guard
Akihiro Gono manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Gono
Gono doesn't stop bleeding.
Gono tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He succeeds!
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Akihiro Gono launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Gono
Kenny Florian tries to better his position on the ground...
KenFlo breaks the closed guard of Akihiro Gono and moves to half guard
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Akihiro Gono
Kenny Florian isolates Akihiro Gono's right arm looking for an armbar...
Akihiro Gono manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Kenny Florian lost his dominant position.
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Akihiro Gono cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Poorly executed technique. Akihiro Gono looks to counter!
Akihiro Gono tries to pass to half guard...
Kenny Florian's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian launches a few punches to Gono's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gono tries to cover his face,
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Gono looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Kenny Florian's punches
KenFlo is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gono.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Gono showing excellent timing, blasts Kenny Florian with a right hand.
Great hook by Akihiro Gono! Kenny Florian is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Gono is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Gono cartwheels towards KenFlo!
KenFlo fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
KenFlo tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Kenny Florian kicks his legs trying to keep Akihiro Gono away.
Akihiro Gono takes a kick to the body.
Hard blow to Gono's mid-section, he seems hurt
Gono is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Akihiro Gono creates space and allows Kenny Florian to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Kenny Florian is standing now.
KenFlo is holding Akihiro Gono's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Akihiro Gono shows great balance while pushing away Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono is a bloody mess!
Kenny Florian throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Solid low kick from Kenny Florian.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Good movement from Gono
who is bobbing and weaving.
Gono clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
Gono launches a kick
KenFlo checks it and keeps distance.
Kenny Florian fakes a punch and launches himself over Akihiro Gono
Great move by KenFlo who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Akihiro Gono postures up and launches another series of punches!
KenFlo pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Akihiro Gono's offensive.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Gono steps backwards away from Kenny Florian. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The two exchange wildly
Gono is connecting with a few punches
Kenny Florian tries a hook to the body
and hits Gono ribs hard
Nice beating Kenny Florian has received.
KenFlo launches a stiff jab!
Gono ducks that one.
KenFlo wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
KenFlo moves forward and holds Gono
Akihiro Gono pushes away KenFlo trying to keep the fight at striking range
KenFlo doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Akihiro Gono
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
Akihiro Gono throws a wild flurry of punches while in the clinch!
KenFlo is being hit hard here!
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Akihiro Gono slightly pushes KenFlo into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Gono doesn't stop bleeding.
Akihiro Gono attempts a sweep single...
Akihiro Gono catches Kenny Florian's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Gono.
Akihiro Gono is in closed guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to escape from the closed guard
Gono succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Akihiro Gono is in open guard over KenFlo
Gono tries to jump to side mount.
Kenny Florian closed his guard around Akihiro Gono.
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian attempts to trap Akihiro Gono in his guard.
Akihiro Gono keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:55 in the 5 round
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
KenFlo is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
You can see Gono's blood making stains in the mat.
KenFlo measures the resilience of Gono's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gono blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
KenFlo misses a step and Akihiro Gono sees an opportunity to counter him!
Akihiro Gono aggressively and repeatedly punches KenFlo.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Akihiro Gono is in side mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Gono tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Akihiro Gono tries to better his position on the ground...
Gono is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and trap Akihiro Gono in his guard...
Akihiro Gono keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Akihiro Gono is in full mount over Kenny Florian
Kenny Florian tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Akihiro Gono rolls Kenny Florian to his stomach and takes his back!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
Winner is Akihiro Gono by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Kenny Florian
Punches 36/52 (69%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 5/7 (71%)
GnP strikes 19/44 (43%)
Submissions 14/14 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 806 s
Statistics: Akihiro Gono
Punches 24/45 (53%)
Kicks 5/6 (83%)
Clinch strikes 4/20 (20%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/33 (48%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 814 s
Decent fight, both chaps did offence.Kenny got more tired than Akihiro but probably because Aki did more damaging. Not by much, but by enough.