Post by The Sandmen on Aug 26, 2016 11:10:23 GMT -5
Shayna Baszler doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
Milana Dudieva looks very relaxed.
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 Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Shayna Baszler and Milana Dudieva touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Shayna Baszler circles around Dudieva
Baszler jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Shayna Baszler pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
both fighters are clinching, Shayna Baszler react first trying to hit Dudieva with a right elbow strike
Dudieva blocks that elbow and both man continues to clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Dudieva struggles and launches a few punches to Baszler's head
Those punches are hitting! Baszler covers her head!
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Baszler gets herself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Milana Dudieva doesn't let Shayna Baszler get in on her legs.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Milana Dudieva can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Dudieva tries to grapple
She puts Baszler in a double underhook!
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Shayna Baszler slightly pushes Dudieva into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Shayna Baszler leans forwards and tries to grapple with Dudieva
Baszler shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Milana Dudieva tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Baszler is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shayna Baszler pushes away Dudieva trying to keep the fight at striking range
Dudieva doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Shayna Baszler
The fighters are clinching.
Shayna Baszler pushes away Dudieva trying to keep the fight at striking range
Dudieva doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Shayna Baszler
The fighters are clinching.
Shayna Baszler tries to pull guard on Milana Dudieva...
She manages to bring her to the ground in her guard.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to pass Shayna Baszler's guard...
Milana Dudieva manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler launches a few punches to Dudieva's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Dudieva tries to cover her face,
Dudieva has a small cut in her Left cheek
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler sits up and gets an arm around Dudieva's neck!
Dudieva pushes Shayna Baszler back to the ground.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Milana Dudieva launches a few punches to Baszler
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Baszler's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Dudieva's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Baszler
Shayna Baszler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Dudieva's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Baszler
Shayna Baszler gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Dudieva spins out, but Shayna Baszler was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Dudieva is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Shayna Baszler. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Baszler launches a hook to the body
Milana Dudieva moves aside looking for a counter...
Shayna Baszler goes with a looping right hand while Milana Dudieva jumps back and jabs
Baszler seems staggered and Milana Dudieva runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Shayna Baszler attempts a sweep single...
Milana Dudieva was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Dudieva jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Milana Dudieva pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shayna Baszler slightly pushes Dudieva into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Milana Dudieva shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Shayna Baszler is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Dudieva into her guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Milana Dudieva is on her feet again.
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Baszler tries to stand up!
Dudieva doesn't allow her!
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Shayna Baszler. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Shayna Baszler is standing now.
Baszler showing excellent timing, blasts Milana Dudieva with a right hand.
Great hook by Shayna Baszler! Milana Dudieva is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Baszler is standing while Dudieva is on the ground on her back
Baszler moves backwards and gestures for Milana Dudieva to stand up.
Dudieva climbs to her feet and is standing now.
Shayna Baszler fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Dudieva's chin
A punch from Shayna Baszler
gets blocked by Dudieva.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Baszler!
Nice move by Dudieva who clinches and pushes Baszler against the cage
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Dudieva and Shayna Baszler are cliched up against the cage. Dudieva hammers Baszler face and hooks Baszler leg
Shayna Baszler is on her back after that trip
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Dudieva tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Milana Dudieva fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to move to full guard
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to full guard.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She is not able to do it
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She succeeds!
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Dudieva blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Baszler clumsily fails here and it's time for Milana Dudieva to fight back!
Milana Dudieva aggressively and repeatedly punches Baszler.
Good job by Baszler blocking and slipping the blows.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Dudieva struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Shayna Baszler gets sloppy and Milana Dudieva tries to take advantage...
Milana Dudieva tries to open Baszler's guard...
Baszler breaks the lock and covers herself from Dudieva's punches
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Milana Dudieva breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Dudieva tries to open up Shayna Baszler's defense faking a few punches.
She is aggressively and repeatedly punching Baszler in the side of the head
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in closed guard... Baszler tries to roll on the ground!
Milana Dudieva uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in closed guard... Baszler tries to roll on the ground!
Milana Dudieva uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Shayna Baszler gets sloppy and Milana Dudieva tries to take advantage...
Milana Dudieva fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Baszler's face!
Josh Rosenthal 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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Shayna Baszler moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense.
Shayna Baszler tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Dudieva is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Shayna Baszler is in open guard over Dudieva
Dudieva measures the resilience of Baszler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Baszler's side.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Shayna Baszler is in open guard over Dudieva
Baszler tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Baszler launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Dudieva is covering herself! Baszler tries to force the situation and Dudieva clumsily gives her back!
Baszler is in rear mount over Dudieva
Dudieva has Baszler controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Dudieva manages to escape from that position and climb to her feet along Baszler
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Dudieva throws a low kick
She switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Baszler!
Nice move by Dudieva who clinches and pushes Baszler against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Dudieva has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Milana Dudieva fakes a few punches and advance towards Baszler trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Shayna Baszler lose her balance and falls hard on the mat
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Dudieva moves backwards and gestures for Shayna Baszler to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Shayna Baszler is standing now.
Solid low kick from Milana Dudieva.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Shayna Baszler launches a body shot
Dudieva dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Baszler is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Shayna Baszler moves forward looking for some grappling action
Baszler has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Milana Dudieva pushes away Baszler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Baszler doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Milana Dudieva
The fighters are clinching.
Dudieva goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Shayna Baszler is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Milana Dudieva gets the advantage
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler throws up a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva postures up and breaks the triangle.
Dudieva is trying to counter now!
Dudieva throws a few hammer fists to the face of Shayna Baszler
Solid shots!
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Dudieva struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler throws up a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva postures up and breaks the triangle.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Dudieva is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Baszler tries to move on the ground and shows Milana Dudieva a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Baszler's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 4:45 in the 2 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Baszler rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Dudieva jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Milana Dudieva pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Shayna Baszler goes with a looping right hand while Milana Dudieva jumps back and jabs
Baszler seems staggered and Milana Dudieva runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Shayna Baszler launches a body shot
Dudieva dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Milana Dudieva shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Shayna Baszler is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Dudieva into her guard.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva looks to posture up and open Shayna Baszler's guard...
Milana Dudieva forces Shayna Baszler to open her guard.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler throws up a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva postures up and breaks the triangle.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Dudieva gets a good position on the ground. ..
Baszler holds Milana Dudieva arms and counters her opponent punches.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Baszler rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. 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.
Shayna Baszler shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Milana Dudieva is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Baszler into her guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Shayna Baszler is in closed guard over Dudieva
Dudieva breaths deeply while on the ground
Shayna Baszler is in closed guard over Dudieva
Baszler is in closed guard... Dudieva tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Shayna Baszler!
Milana Dudieva is in full mount over Shayna Baszler
Dudieva goes for an armbar!
Baszler struggles to free herself
Baszler's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
You can see the pain reflected in Baszler's eyes...
Shayna Baszler breaks the lock and pushes away Milana Dudieva, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Shayna Baszler is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 2:05 in the 3 round
Baszler steps forward
Milana Dudieva catches her with an uppercut to the face!
Dudieva is gassing out... Too bad. Her performance may be going down from here.
The two exchange wildly
Dudieva is connecting with a few punches
Dudieva pushes Shayna Baszler and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Baszler is holding Milana Dudieva's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Milana Dudieva shows great balance while pushing away Shayna Baszler
Dudieva is trying to counter now!
Milana Dudieva fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Baszler's chin
Dudieva steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Dudieva is holding Shayna Baszler's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Shayna Baszler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Milana Dudieva keeps control and remains in side mount.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Baszler tries to show some ground skills
Dudieva uses her strength to keep Dudieva at a disadvantage
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler launches a few punches to Dudieva's cheek from the guard.
Milana Dudieva uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Milana Dudieva keeps control and remains in side mount.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler is taking out her mouthpiece to breathe...
Baszler reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Dudieva blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Milana Dudieva aggressively and repeatedly punches Baszler.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Josh Rosenthal 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.
Milana Dudieva and Baszler engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Milana Dudieva is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Milana Dudieva swings...
hard impact to Baszler's face!
Shayna Baszler jumps over her opponent and tries to close a flying triangle!
Dudieva sprawls and leaps forward, launching her opponent agains the mat.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Baszler steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Baszler moves backwards and Milana Dudieva is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Shayna Baszler paws at Dudieva.
Dudieva answers with solid punches!
Milana Dudieva shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Shayna Baszler is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Dudieva into her guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Good looking punches from Milana Dudieva on the ground
deflected by Baszler.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Baszler measures the resilience of Dudieva's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Dudieva blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Milana Dudieva positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Baszler covers herself well
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to better her position on the ground...
Dudieva breaks the closed guard of Shayna Baszler and moves to half guard
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Dudieva is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Dudieva is trying to counter now!
Milana Dudieva tries to open Baszler's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Milana Dudieva. Baszler is unable to cover herself now!
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Baszler reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Dudieva blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to move to full guard
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to full guard.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler works on the ground with her fingers over Dudieva's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to pass to half guard...
Shayna Baszler can't prevent her opponent from passing. Dudieva looks to work from half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Dudieva's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Baszler
Shayna Baszler isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Dudieva blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Baszler's guard.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Milana Dudieva fakes some punches
Baszler ties her up.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to pass Shayna Baszler's guard...
Milana Dudieva manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Milana Dudieva keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Shayna Baszler takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Baszler studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Dudieva is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 3:50 in the 4 round
Dudieva steps backwards away from Shayna Baszler. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Dudieva and Baszler circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Milana Dudieva tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Baszler is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler is moving on the ground...
Dudieva tries to counter Baszler's moves on the ground.
Baszler clumsily fails here and it's time for Milana Dudieva to fight back!
Dudieva moves on the ground
Milana Dudieva moves to side mount
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She is not able to do it
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She is not able to do it
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Milana Dudieva, but it's close.
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Round 5
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Shayna Baszler is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Solid kick to the leg from Milana Dudieva
that visibly pains Baszler.
The clock says 0:30 in the 5 round
Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Shayna Baszler
Great move by Dudieva who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Baszler doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Milana Dudieva embrace and tries to move away...
Milana Dudieva pushes Baszler forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Milana Dudieva slightly pushes Baszler into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Shayna Baszler has seen better days.
Shayna Baszler and Dudieva engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Baszler's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Baszler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Dudieva sprawls and remains on her feet.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Baszler!
Nice move by Dudieva who clinches and pushes Baszler against the cage
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
The fighters are clinching.
Baszler gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Dudieva pummels back into position.
Milana Dudieva tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Baszler is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Baszler takes a break to breathe while holding Milana Dudieva.
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Baszler is holding Milana Dudieva's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Milana Dudieva shows great balance while pushing away Shayna Baszler
Baszler clumsily fails here and it's time for Milana Dudieva to fight back!
Dudieva showing excellent timing, blasts Shayna Baszler with a right hand.
Great hook by Milana Dudieva! Shayna Baszler is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 1:55 in the 5 round
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Shayna Baszler doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Dudieva's moves.
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Shayna Baszler doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Dudieva's moves.
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Milana Dudieva steps back and allows Baszler to get back to her feet.
Back to the beginning! Shayna Baszler is standing now.
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Baszler steps backwards away from Milana Dudieva. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Shayna Baszler fakes a punch and launches herself over Dudieva!
Nice move by Baszler who clinches and pushes Dudieva against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shayna Baszler pushes away Dudieva trying to keep the fight at striking range
Dudieva doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Shayna Baszler
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Dudieva takes a break to breathe while holding Shayna Baszler.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Baszler launches a flurry of punches
Dudieva slips out of danger.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
A right hand from Milana Dudieva
makes Baszler stumble back!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Baszler is holding Milana Dudieva's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Milana Dudieva shows great balance while pushing away Shayna Baszler
Baszler steps backwards away from Milana Dudieva. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:55 in the 5 round
Shayna Baszler attempts a sweep single...
Shayna Baszler catches Milana Dudieva's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Baszler.
Shayna Baszler is in closed guard over Dudieva
Baszler tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Shayna Baszler fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Shayna Baszler isolates Milana Dudieva's left arm looking for an armbar...
Milana Dudieva manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Shayna Baszler lost her dominant position.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Milana Dudieva launches a few punches to Baszler's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Baszler tries to cover her face,
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Milana Dudieva is cooling the fight on the ground
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Dudieva throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Shayna Baszler realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Baszler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Milana Dudieva didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Shayna Baszler is in open guard over Dudieva
Baszler steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Baszler moves on the ground
Baszler cannot take advantage in the ground
Shayna Baszler gets sloppy and Milana Dudieva tries to take advantage...
Milana Dudieva launches a few punches to Baszler's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Baszler tries to cover her face,
Baszler's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
You have to give that round to Milana Dudieva.
Winner is Milana Dudieva by Split decision
Statistics: Shayna Baszler
Punches 6/19 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/3 (33%)
Takedowns 4/11 (36%)
GnP strikes 2/8 (25%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 653 s
Statistics: Milana Dudieva
Punches 28/37 (76%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 26/57 (46%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Time on the ground 608 s
Tight fight on the right night.
Milana Dudieva looks very relaxed.
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 Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Shayna Baszler and Milana Dudieva touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Shayna Baszler circles around Dudieva
Baszler jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Shayna Baszler pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
both fighters are clinching, Shayna Baszler react first trying to hit Dudieva with a right elbow strike
Dudieva blocks that elbow and both man continues to clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Dudieva struggles and launches a few punches to Baszler's head
Those punches are hitting! Baszler covers her head!
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Baszler gets herself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Milana Dudieva doesn't let Shayna Baszler get in on her legs.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Milana Dudieva can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Dudieva tries to grapple
She puts Baszler in a double underhook!
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Shayna Baszler slightly pushes Dudieva into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Shayna Baszler leans forwards and tries to grapple with Dudieva
Baszler shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Milana Dudieva tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Baszler is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shayna Baszler pushes away Dudieva trying to keep the fight at striking range
Dudieva doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Shayna Baszler
The fighters are clinching.
Shayna Baszler pushes away Dudieva trying to keep the fight at striking range
Dudieva doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Shayna Baszler
The fighters are clinching.
Shayna Baszler tries to pull guard on Milana Dudieva...
She manages to bring her to the ground in her guard.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to pass Shayna Baszler's guard...
Milana Dudieva manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler launches a few punches to Dudieva's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Dudieva tries to cover her face,
Dudieva has a small cut in her Left cheek
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler sits up and gets an arm around Dudieva's neck!
Dudieva pushes Shayna Baszler back to the ground.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Milana Dudieva launches a few punches to Baszler
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Baszler's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Dudieva's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Baszler
Shayna Baszler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Dudieva's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Baszler
Shayna Baszler gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Dudieva spins out, but Shayna Baszler was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Dudieva is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Shayna Baszler. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Baszler launches a hook to the body
Milana Dudieva moves aside looking for a counter...
Shayna Baszler goes with a looping right hand while Milana Dudieva jumps back and jabs
Baszler seems staggered and Milana Dudieva runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Shayna Baszler attempts a sweep single...
Milana Dudieva was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Dudieva jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Milana Dudieva pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shayna Baszler slightly pushes Dudieva into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Milana Dudieva shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Shayna Baszler is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Dudieva into her guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Milana Dudieva is on her feet again.
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Baszler tries to stand up!
Dudieva doesn't allow her!
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Shayna Baszler. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Shayna Baszler is standing now.
Baszler showing excellent timing, blasts Milana Dudieva with a right hand.
Great hook by Shayna Baszler! Milana Dudieva is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Baszler is standing while Dudieva is on the ground on her back
Baszler moves backwards and gestures for Milana Dudieva to stand up.
Dudieva climbs to her feet and is standing now.
Shayna Baszler fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Dudieva's chin
A punch from Shayna Baszler
gets blocked by Dudieva.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Baszler!
Nice move by Dudieva who clinches and pushes Baszler against the cage
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Dudieva and Shayna Baszler are cliched up against the cage. Dudieva hammers Baszler face and hooks Baszler leg
Shayna Baszler is on her back after that trip
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Dudieva tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Milana Dudieva fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to move to full guard
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to full guard.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She is not able to do it
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She succeeds!
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Dudieva blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Baszler clumsily fails here and it's time for Milana Dudieva to fight back!
Milana Dudieva aggressively and repeatedly punches Baszler.
Good job by Baszler blocking and slipping the blows.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Dudieva struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Shayna Baszler gets sloppy and Milana Dudieva tries to take advantage...
Milana Dudieva tries to open Baszler's guard...
Baszler breaks the lock and covers herself from Dudieva's punches
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Milana Dudieva breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Dudieva tries to open up Shayna Baszler's defense faking a few punches.
She is aggressively and repeatedly punching Baszler in the side of the head
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in closed guard... Baszler tries to roll on the ground!
Milana Dudieva uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in closed guard... Baszler tries to roll on the ground!
Milana Dudieva uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Shayna Baszler gets sloppy and Milana Dudieva tries to take advantage...
Milana Dudieva fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Baszler's face!
Josh Rosenthal 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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Shayna Baszler moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense.
Shayna Baszler tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Dudieva is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Shayna Baszler is in open guard over Dudieva
Dudieva measures the resilience of Baszler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Baszler's side.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Shayna Baszler is in open guard over Dudieva
Baszler tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Baszler launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Dudieva is covering herself! Baszler tries to force the situation and Dudieva clumsily gives her back!
Baszler is in rear mount over Dudieva
Dudieva has Baszler controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Dudieva manages to escape from that position and climb to her feet along Baszler
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Dudieva throws a low kick
She switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Baszler!
Nice move by Dudieva who clinches and pushes Baszler against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Dudieva has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Milana Dudieva fakes a few punches and advance towards Baszler trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Shayna Baszler lose her balance and falls hard on the mat
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Dudieva moves backwards and gestures for Shayna Baszler to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Shayna Baszler is standing now.
Solid low kick from Milana Dudieva.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Shayna Baszler launches a body shot
Dudieva dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Baszler is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Shayna Baszler moves forward looking for some grappling action
Baszler has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Milana Dudieva pushes away Baszler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Baszler doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Milana Dudieva
The fighters are clinching.
Dudieva goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Shayna Baszler is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Milana Dudieva gets the advantage
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler throws up a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva postures up and breaks the triangle.
Dudieva is trying to counter now!
Dudieva throws a few hammer fists to the face of Shayna Baszler
Solid shots!
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Dudieva struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler throws up a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva postures up and breaks the triangle.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Dudieva is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Baszler tries to move on the ground and shows Milana Dudieva a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Baszler's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 4:45 in the 2 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Baszler rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Dudieva jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Milana Dudieva pushes her opponent against the fence in a plum position
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Shayna Baszler goes with a looping right hand while Milana Dudieva jumps back and jabs
Baszler seems staggered and Milana Dudieva runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Shayna Baszler launches a body shot
Dudieva dodges and catches her with a hard cross.
Milana Dudieva shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Shayna Baszler is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Dudieva into her guard.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva looks to posture up and open Shayna Baszler's guard...
Milana Dudieva forces Shayna Baszler to open her guard.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler throws up a triangle attempt!
Milana Dudieva postures up and breaks the triangle.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Dudieva gets a good position on the ground. ..
Baszler holds Milana Dudieva arms and counters her opponent punches.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Baszler rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. 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.
Shayna Baszler shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Milana Dudieva is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Baszler into her guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Shayna Baszler is in closed guard over Dudieva
Dudieva breaths deeply while on the ground
Shayna Baszler is in closed guard over Dudieva
Baszler is in closed guard... Dudieva tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Shayna Baszler!
Milana Dudieva is in full mount over Shayna Baszler
Dudieva goes for an armbar!
Baszler struggles to free herself
Baszler's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
You can see the pain reflected in Baszler's eyes...
Shayna Baszler breaks the lock and pushes away Milana Dudieva, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Shayna Baszler is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 2:05 in the 3 round
Baszler steps forward
Milana Dudieva catches her with an uppercut to the face!
Dudieva is gassing out... Too bad. Her performance may be going down from here.
The two exchange wildly
Dudieva is connecting with a few punches
Dudieva pushes Shayna Baszler and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Baszler is holding Milana Dudieva's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Milana Dudieva shows great balance while pushing away Shayna Baszler
Dudieva is trying to counter now!
Milana Dudieva fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Baszler's chin
Dudieva steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Dudieva is holding Shayna Baszler's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Shayna Baszler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Milana Dudieva keeps control and remains in side mount.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Baszler tries to show some ground skills
Dudieva uses her strength to keep Dudieva at a disadvantage
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler launches a few punches to Dudieva's cheek from the guard.
Milana Dudieva uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Milana Dudieva keeps control and remains in side mount.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler is taking out her mouthpiece to breathe...
Baszler reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Dudieva blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Milana Dudieva aggressively and repeatedly punches Baszler.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Josh Rosenthal 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.
Milana Dudieva and Baszler engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Milana Dudieva is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Milana Dudieva swings...
hard impact to Baszler's face!
Shayna Baszler jumps over her opponent and tries to close a flying triangle!
Dudieva sprawls and leaps forward, launching her opponent agains the mat.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Baszler steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Baszler moves backwards and Milana Dudieva is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Shayna Baszler paws at Dudieva.
Dudieva answers with solid punches!
Milana Dudieva shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Shayna Baszler is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Dudieva into her guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Good looking punches from Milana Dudieva on the ground
deflected by Baszler.
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Baszler is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Baszler measures the resilience of Dudieva's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Dudieva blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Milana Dudieva positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Baszler covers herself well
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in closed guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to better her position on the ground...
Dudieva breaks the closed guard of Shayna Baszler and moves to half guard
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Dudieva is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Dudieva is trying to counter now!
Milana Dudieva tries to open Baszler's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Milana Dudieva. Baszler is unable to cover herself now!
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Baszler reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Dudieva blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to move to full guard
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to full guard.
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler works on the ground with her fingers over Dudieva's face
She seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to pass to half guard...
Shayna Baszler can't prevent her opponent from passing. Dudieva looks to work from half guard.
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Dudieva's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Baszler
Shayna Baszler isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Dudieva blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Baszler's guard.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Milana Dudieva fakes some punches
Baszler ties her up.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in half guard over Baszler
Milana Dudieva tries to pass Shayna Baszler's guard...
Milana Dudieva manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Milana Dudieva keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Shayna Baszler takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Baszler studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Dudieva is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Baszler pushes Milana Dudieva and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
The clock says 3:50 in the 4 round
Dudieva steps backwards away from Shayna Baszler. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Dudieva and Baszler circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Milana Dudieva tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Baszler is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler is moving on the ground...
Dudieva tries to counter Baszler's moves on the ground.
Baszler clumsily fails here and it's time for Milana Dudieva to fight back!
Dudieva moves on the ground
Milana Dudieva moves to side mount
Milana Dudieva is in side mount over Shayna Baszler
Shayna Baszler attempts to trap Milana Dudieva in her guard.
Shayna Baszler manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She is not able to do it
Milana Dudieva is in open guard over Baszler
Baszler tries to close her guard around Dudieva
She is not able to do it
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Milana Dudieva, but it's close.
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Round 5
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Shayna Baszler is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Solid kick to the leg from Milana Dudieva
that visibly pains Baszler.
The clock says 0:30 in the 5 round
Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Shayna Baszler
Great move by Dudieva who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Baszler doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Milana Dudieva embrace and tries to move away...
Milana Dudieva pushes Baszler forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Milana Dudieva slightly pushes Baszler into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Shayna Baszler has seen better days.
Shayna Baszler and Dudieva engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Baszler's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Baszler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Dudieva sprawls and remains on her feet.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
Milana Dudieva fakes a punch and launches herself over Baszler!
Nice move by Dudieva who clinches and pushes Baszler against the cage
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
The fighters are clinching.
Baszler gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Dudieva pummels back into position.
Milana Dudieva tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Baszler is determined to work from the clinch. She pummeled through and managed to retain her position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Baszler takes a break to breathe while holding Milana Dudieva.
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Baszler is holding Milana Dudieva's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Milana Dudieva shows great balance while pushing away Shayna Baszler
Baszler clumsily fails here and it's time for Milana Dudieva to fight back!
Dudieva showing excellent timing, blasts Shayna Baszler with a right hand.
Great hook by Milana Dudieva! Shayna Baszler is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 1:55 in the 5 round
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Shayna Baszler doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Dudieva's moves.
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Shayna Baszler doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She can't do it because of Dudieva's moves.
Dudieva is standing while Baszler is on the ground on her back
Milana Dudieva steps back and allows Baszler to get back to her feet.
Back to the beginning! Shayna Baszler is standing now.
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Baszler steps backwards away from Milana Dudieva. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Shayna Baszler fakes a punch and launches herself over Dudieva!
Nice move by Baszler who clinches and pushes Dudieva against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Shayna Baszler pushes away Dudieva trying to keep the fight at striking range
Dudieva doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Shayna Baszler
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Dudieva takes a break to breathe while holding Shayna Baszler.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Baszler launches a flurry of punches
Dudieva slips out of danger.
Baszler misses a step and Milana Dudieva sees an opportunity to counter her!
A right hand from Milana Dudieva
makes Baszler stumble back!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Baszler is holding Milana Dudieva's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Milana Dudieva shows great balance while pushing away Shayna Baszler
Baszler steps backwards away from Milana Dudieva. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:55 in the 5 round
Shayna Baszler attempts a sweep single...
Shayna Baszler catches Milana Dudieva's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Baszler.
Shayna Baszler is in closed guard over Dudieva
Baszler tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Shayna Baszler fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Shayna Baszler isolates Milana Dudieva's left arm looking for an armbar...
Milana Dudieva manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Shayna Baszler lost her dominant position.
Dudieva tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Milana Dudieva launches a few punches to Baszler's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Baszler tries to cover her face,
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Milana Dudieva is cooling the fight on the ground
Shayna Baszler is in half guard over Dudieva
Dudieva throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Shayna Baszler realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Milana Dudieva. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Baszler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Milana Dudieva didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Shayna Baszler is in open guard over Dudieva
Baszler steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Baszler moves on the ground
Baszler cannot take advantage in the ground
Shayna Baszler gets sloppy and Milana Dudieva tries to take advantage...
Milana Dudieva launches a few punches to Baszler's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Baszler tries to cover her face,
Baszler's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
You have to give that round to Milana Dudieva.
Winner is Milana Dudieva by Split decision
Statistics: Shayna Baszler
Punches 6/19 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/3 (33%)
Takedowns 4/11 (36%)
GnP strikes 2/8 (25%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 653 s
Statistics: Milana Dudieva
Punches 28/37 (76%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 26/57 (46%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 3/3 (100%)
Time on the ground 608 s
Tight fight on the right night.