Post by The Sandmen on Apr 6, 2017 10:43:17 GMT -5
Leslie Smith shifts back and forth nervously.
Paige VanZant is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
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 Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Smith and VanZant move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The two exchange wildly
VanZant is connecting with a few punches
Paige VanZant and Smith engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant moves forward looking for some grappling action
VanZant has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Leslie Smith pushes away VanZant trying to keep the fight at striking range
VanZant doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Leslie Smith
VanZant doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Leslie Smith embrace and tries to move away...
Leslie Smith pushes VanZant forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
VanZant launches a few hard punches to Leslie Smith's ribs!
Smith struggles and protects herself.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Smith grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against VanZant's ribs.
VanZant is noticing that and her face shows the pain.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith tries to escape from closed guard...
Smith struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Smith tries to launch a few punches to Paige VanZant
VanZant is able to achieve closed guard and counter Leslie Smith's punches.
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Smith's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Smith tries to cover her face,
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Smith launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Paige VanZant is not able to stop VanZant ground skills and Leslie Smith moves to side mount!
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to move on the ground and shows Leslie Smith a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! VanZant's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Herb Dean knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Leslie Smith uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Leslie Smith looks to counter!
Leslie Smith is looking to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Leslie Smith gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith aggressively and repeatedly punches VanZant.
Good job by VanZant blocking and slipping the blows.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith hooks VanZant's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
That Kneebar from Leslie Smith appears to be unbreakable
You can see the pain reflected in VanZant's eyes...
Paige VanZant manages to kick Smith away and scrambles on top!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Leslie Smith isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
VanZant blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Smith's guard.
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
Good looking punches from Paige VanZant on the ground
deflected by Smith.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Smith switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
You can see the pain reflected in VanZant's eyes...
VanZant struggles to free herself
That Triangle Choke looks tight...
VanZant struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
VanZant tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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.
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant goes for an armbar!
Leslie Smith breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant tries to grapple
She puts Smith in a double underhook!
The fighters are clinching.
VanZant grapple with Leslie Smith and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Leslie Smith falls hard on the mat with Paige VanZant on top of her
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Smith launches a few weak punches
VanZant blocks them effectively.
Smith clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Good looking punches from Paige VanZant on the ground
deflected by Smith.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Smith, who walks calmly to her corner.
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Round 2
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Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Leslie Smith's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Smith's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
VanZant misses a step and Leslie Smith sees an opportunity to counter her!
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Smith is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against VanZant's ribs.
VanZant is noticing that and her face shows the pain.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Smith positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! VanZant's being punished here!
VanZant has a small cut in her Forehead
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and trap Leslie Smith in her guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hips out and gets to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
VanZant's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
VanZant is trying to counter now!
VanZant switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Smith struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith looks to posture up and open Paige VanZant's guard...
Paige VanZant has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Herb Dean 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.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did she do that intentionally?
Smith's Left eye is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Herb Dean didn't see the foul!
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith and VanZant are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
VanZant goes for an armbar!
Leslie Smith breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Smith is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around VanZant
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and trap Leslie Smith in her guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Leslie Smith is in full mount and her punches are hitting hard VanZant's ribs
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes Smith's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
VanZant sits over her knees and pushes away Smith's leg!
Paige VanZant is able to put away her leg and then jumps to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Smith launches a few weak punches
VanZant blocks them effectively.
VanZant tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Smith's face!
Smith's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Smith struggles to free herself
Smith breaks the lock showing some skills...
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Leslie Smith shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Leslie Smith breaks that americana attempt!
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Smith struggles to free herself
You can see the pain reflected in Smith's eyes...
Smith is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith struggles to free herself
Smith struggles to free herself
Smith hold her own hand and breaks VanZant's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Paige VanZant.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to half guard.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
VanZant measures the resilience of Smith's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Smith's side.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
VanZant put Leslie Smith in closed guard.
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Smith's being punished here!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Smith is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Leslie Smith tries to take advantage...
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Paige VanZant in her guard...
Leslie Smith moves to half guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
VanZant tries to get a side mount...
Smith wraps her leg around Paige VanZant leg and prevents her from moving.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith tries to close the guard.
Smith put Paige VanZant in closed guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Smith attempts a triangle from bottom! Paige VanZant slips out. Smith quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Paige VanZant slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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 Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith tries to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Leslie Smith passes momentarily but Paige VanZant regains full guard.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith tries to better her position on the ground...
Smith breaks the closed guard of Paige VanZant and moves to half guard
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Leslie Smith positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
VanZant covers herself well
Smith clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to half guard.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith tries a kimura
VanZant breaks the lock.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant measures the resilience of Smith's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Smith's side.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Smith tries to move to full mount!
VanZant won't allow her to take this position easily.
Smith clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
VanZant measures the resilience of Smith's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Smith blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Leslie Smith goes for an americana!
VanZant breaks free.
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
VanZant tries to show some ground skills
Smith uses her strength to keep Smith at a disadvantage
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Paige VanZant!
Smith is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Paige VanZant is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Paige VanZant keeps control and remains in side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Leslie Smith takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Leslie Smith can't prevent her opponent from passing. VanZant looks to work from half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Smith tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Smith's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Herb Dean knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to pass Leslie Smith's guard...
Leslie Smith's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to move to full guard
Leslie Smith manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Paige VanZant uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
Good looking punches from Paige VanZant on the ground
They could take their toll on Smith.
There is a small laceration on Leslie Smith's Right cheek
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Paige VanZant is cooling the fight on the ground
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Leslie Smith's guard...
Paige VanZant forces Leslie Smith to open her guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant succeeds
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is maybe for Paige VanZant, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Paige VanZant wants this win. She unleashes a kick.
Brutal high kick to Smith!
Smith has a small cut in her Right eye
That punishment by Paige VanZant has left Smith staggered! Paige VanZant should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Leslie Smith looks rattled! Paige VanZant sees her opportunity to finish the fight and launches an aggressive flurry of punches!
Leslie Smith is taking a brutal beating and falls to the mat! The ref could stop this fight at any moment.
Smith's Forehead is beginning to swell
Smith seems a bit groggy... her movements are not very coordinated now.
VanZant is standing while Smith is on the ground on her back
VanZant opts to jump inside Smith's guard.
Smith didn't see that coming. Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith now.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Leslie Smith can't prevent her opponent from passing. VanZant looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to free her leg
Paige VanZant uses some of her skill by jumping out of Smith's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
That Armbar looks tight...
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Leslie Smith!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Punishing hold!
Smith's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
That Armbar from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
Punishing hold!
Smith hold her own hand and breaks VanZant's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Paige VanZant.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Leslie Smith!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Crippling lock!
That Armbar looks tight...
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Leslie Smith!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Smith Hyper-extended her arm
The pain forces Smith to tap! This is over!
Winner is Paige VanZant by Submission (armbar) at 2:34 Round 4
Statistics: Leslie Smith
Punches 6/10 (60%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 10/33 (30%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 838 s
Statistics: Paige VanZant
Punches 13/17 (76%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/5 (20%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 14/26 (54%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 826 s
Good fight. Smith won early, Paige won late. Then won period.
Paige VanZant is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
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 Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Smith and VanZant move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The two exchange wildly
VanZant is connecting with a few punches
Paige VanZant and Smith engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant moves forward looking for some grappling action
VanZant has her opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Leslie Smith pushes away VanZant trying to keep the fight at striking range
VanZant doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Leslie Smith
VanZant doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Leslie Smith embrace and tries to move away...
Leslie Smith pushes VanZant forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
VanZant launches a few hard punches to Leslie Smith's ribs!
Smith struggles and protects herself.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Smith grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against VanZant's ribs.
VanZant is noticing that and her face shows the pain.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith tries to escape from closed guard...
Smith struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Smith tries to launch a few punches to Paige VanZant
VanZant is able to achieve closed guard and counter Leslie Smith's punches.
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
Paige VanZant launches a few punches to Smith's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Smith tries to cover her face,
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Smith launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Paige VanZant is not able to stop VanZant ground skills and Leslie Smith moves to side mount!
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant tries to move on the ground and shows Leslie Smith a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! VanZant's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Herb Dean knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Leslie Smith uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Leslie Smith looks to counter!
Leslie Smith is looking to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Leslie Smith gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith aggressively and repeatedly punches VanZant.
Good job by VanZant blocking and slipping the blows.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith hooks VanZant's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
That Kneebar from Leslie Smith appears to be unbreakable
You can see the pain reflected in VanZant's eyes...
Paige VanZant manages to kick Smith away and scrambles on top!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Leslie Smith isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
VanZant blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Smith's guard.
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
Good looking punches from Paige VanZant on the ground
deflected by Smith.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Smith switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
You can see the pain reflected in VanZant's eyes...
VanZant struggles to free herself
That Triangle Choke looks tight...
VanZant struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
VanZant tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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.
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant goes for an armbar!
Leslie Smith breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant tries to grapple
She puts Smith in a double underhook!
The fighters are clinching.
VanZant grapple with Leslie Smith and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Leslie Smith falls hard on the mat with Paige VanZant on top of her
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Smith launches a few weak punches
VanZant blocks them effectively.
Smith clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Good looking punches from Paige VanZant on the ground
deflected by Smith.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Smith, who walks calmly to her corner.
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Round 2
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Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Leslie Smith's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Smith's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
VanZant misses a step and Leslie Smith sees an opportunity to counter her!
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Smith is trying to better her position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against VanZant's ribs.
VanZant is noticing that and her face shows the pain.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Smith positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! VanZant's being punished here!
VanZant has a small cut in her Forehead
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and trap Leslie Smith in her guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hips out and gets to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
VanZant's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
VanZant is trying to counter now!
VanZant switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Smith struggles and her head turns red from the choke, but she manages to slip her head of the lock!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith looks to posture up and open Paige VanZant's guard...
Paige VanZant has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Herb Dean 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.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did she do that intentionally?
Smith's Left eye is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Herb Dean didn't see the foul!
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith and VanZant are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
VanZant goes for an armbar!
Leslie Smith breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Smith is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around VanZant
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Paige VanZant!
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to roll to her side and trap Leslie Smith in her guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Leslie Smith is in full mount and her punches are hitting hard VanZant's ribs
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes Smith's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
VanZant sits over her knees and pushes away Smith's leg!
Paige VanZant is able to put away her leg and then jumps to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Smith launches a few weak punches
VanZant blocks them effectively.
VanZant tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Smith's face!
Smith's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Smith struggles to free herself
Smith breaks the lock showing some skills...
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Leslie Smith shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Leslie Smith breaks that americana attempt!
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Smith struggles to free herself
You can see the pain reflected in Smith's eyes...
Smith is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith struggles to free herself
Smith struggles to free herself
Smith hold her own hand and breaks VanZant's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Paige VanZant.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to half guard.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
VanZant measures the resilience of Smith's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Smith's side.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
VanZant put Leslie Smith in closed guard.
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Smith's being punished here!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Smith is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Leslie Smith tries to take advantage...
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Paige VanZant in her guard...
Leslie Smith moves to half guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
VanZant tries to get a side mount...
Smith wraps her leg around Paige VanZant leg and prevents her from moving.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith tries to close the guard.
Smith put Paige VanZant in closed guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Smith attempts a triangle from bottom! Paige VanZant slips out. Smith quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Paige VanZant slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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 Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith tries to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Leslie Smith passes momentarily but Paige VanZant regains full guard.
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith tries to better her position on the ground...
Smith breaks the closed guard of Paige VanZant and moves to half guard
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Leslie Smith positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
VanZant covers herself well
Smith clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to half guard.
Leslie Smith is in half guard over VanZant
Leslie Smith tries a kimura
VanZant breaks the lock.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
VanZant measures the resilience of Smith's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Smith's side.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Smith tries to move to full mount!
VanZant won't allow her to take this position easily.
Smith clumsily fails here and it's time for Paige VanZant to fight back!
VanZant measures the resilience of Smith's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Smith blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Leslie Smith goes for an americana!
VanZant breaks free.
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
VanZant tries to show some ground skills
Smith uses her strength to keep Smith at a disadvantage
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Credit Union Centre (Saskatoon, Saskatchewan) are cheering for the fighters.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Paige VanZant!
Smith is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Paige VanZant is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
VanZant is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Paige VanZant keeps control and remains in side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Leslie Smith takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Leslie Smith can't prevent her opponent from passing. VanZant looks to work from half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Smith tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Smith's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Herb Dean knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to pass Leslie Smith's guard...
Leslie Smith's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to move to full guard
Leslie Smith manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
VanZant is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Paige VanZant uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Paige VanZant looks to counter!
Good looking punches from Paige VanZant on the ground
They could take their toll on Smith.
There is a small laceration on Leslie Smith's Right cheek
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Paige VanZant is cooling the fight on the ground
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over Smith
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Leslie Smith's guard...
Paige VanZant forces Leslie Smith to open her guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant succeeds
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is maybe for Paige VanZant, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Paige VanZant wants this win. She unleashes a kick.
Brutal high kick to Smith!
Smith has a small cut in her Right eye
That punishment by Paige VanZant has left Smith staggered! Paige VanZant should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Leslie Smith looks rattled! Paige VanZant sees her opportunity to finish the fight and launches an aggressive flurry of punches!
Leslie Smith is taking a brutal beating and falls to the mat! The ref could stop this fight at any moment.
Smith's Forehead is beginning to swell
Smith seems a bit groggy... her movements are not very coordinated now.
VanZant is standing while Smith is on the ground on her back
VanZant opts to jump inside Smith's guard.
Smith didn't see that coming. Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith now.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Leslie Smith can't prevent her opponent from passing. VanZant looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over Smith
Paige VanZant tries to free her leg
Paige VanZant uses some of her skill by jumping out of Smith's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
That Armbar looks tight...
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Leslie Smith!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Punishing hold!
Smith's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
That Armbar from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
Punishing hold!
Smith hold her own hand and breaks VanZant's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Paige VanZant.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Paige VanZant manages to switch to full guard.
Leslie Smith is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Leslie Smith!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
VanZant suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Crippling lock!
That Armbar looks tight...
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over VanZant
Smith is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Leslie Smith!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Smith Hyper-extended her arm
The pain forces Smith to tap! This is over!
Winner is Paige VanZant by Submission (armbar) at 2:34 Round 4
Statistics: Leslie Smith
Punches 6/10 (60%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 10/33 (30%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 838 s
Statistics: Paige VanZant
Punches 13/17 (76%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/5 (20%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 14/26 (54%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 826 s
Good fight. Smith won early, Paige won late. Then won period.