Post by The Sandmen on Jul 10, 2017 11:59:01 GMT -5
Cub Swanson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Kenny Florian looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Justin Traviss.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
As the fight continues it seems that Kenny Florian is taking the best of the fight.
Kenny Florian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Swanson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
Swanson tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He is not able to do it
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
Swanson tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He succeeds!
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian looks to posture up and open Cub Swanson's guard...
Kenny Florian forces Cub Swanson to open his guard.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian tries to pass to half guard...
Cub Swanson can't prevent his opponent from passing. KenFlo looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian isolates Cub Swanson's right arm looking for an armbar...
Cub Swanson manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Kenny Florian lost his dominant position.
KenFlo misses a step and Cub Swanson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Deep breaths from Cub Swanson who tries a hammer punch to KenFlo's ribs.
That hit KenFlo who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Cub Swanson launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Cub Swanson tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Swanson measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
KenFlo tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Swanson from the side mount!
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Cub Swanson
Cub Swanson launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Kenny Florian uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Cub Swanson
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Cub Swanson work his BJJ game.
Cub Swanson attempts to trap Kenny Florian in his guard.
Cub Swanson manages to switch to full guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Swanson
Swanson sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Cub Swanson is cooling the fight on the ground
Justin Traviss has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Swanson is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks KenFlo's jaw!
Swanson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises KenFlo with a double overhooks!
Tremendous strikes from Swanson!
Some big punches are landing!
Brilliant combination from Cub Swanson
that forces KenFlo to try and defend better.
KenFlo's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Kenny Florian's Mouth
Cub Swanson fakes a punch and launches himself over KenFlo!
Nice move by Swanson who clinches and pushes KenFlo against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kenny Florian shoots and grab both of Cub Swanson's leg, attempting to take him down with a Double Leg
Cub Swanson managed to pull back his leg from Kenny Florian's grip and move away from him
Justin Traviss separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
KenFlo wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kenny Florian tries for a takedown but can't get it. He decides to pull guard instead...
Kenny Florian wraps him up tight and pulls him into his guard.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Cub Swanson is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo breaths deeply while on the ground
Cub Swanson is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Swanson spins out, but Kenny Florian was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Swanson is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Cub Swanson is on his feet again.
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Swanson launches a kick to KenFlo's thigh
Loud pop!
Justin Traviss halts the fight to stand up Cub Swanson. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Kenny Florian is standing now.
Several good body shots
are evaded by KenFlo.
Swanson clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Cub Swanson didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Swanson's body! He's holding his side
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
KenFlo is in open guard over Swanson... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Swanson rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Swanson climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Kenny Florian kicks his legs trying to keep Cub Swanson away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Kenny Florian launches an up-kick intended for Cub Swanson's head...
It lands flush with Cub Swanson's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
KenFlo tries to hit Cub Swanson with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Swanson steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Justin Traviss halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Kenny Florian is standing now.
Justin Traviss tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Swanson.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
KenFlo wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
KenFlo moves forward and holds Swanson
The fighters are clinching.
KenFlo pushes off of Cub Swanson and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Swanson stumbles backwards but Kenny Florian chases him and continues the rain of blows!
Swanson doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Kenny Florian embrace and tries to move away...
Kenny Florian pushes Swanson forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Swanson gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
KenFlo pummels back into position.
Justin Traviss sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Cub Swanson goes with a looping right hand while Kenny Florian jumps back and jabs
That one hits but KenFlo seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Swanson may be in trouble!
Kenny Florian leans forwards and tries to grapple with Swanson
KenFlo shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
KenFlo is launching some bone breaking punches to Swanson's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Cub Swanson's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Swanson grapple with Kenny Florian and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Kenny Florian falls hard on the mat with Cub Swanson on top of him
Cub Swanson is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Swanson's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Crippling lock!
Cub Swanson breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Justin Traviss halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Middle kick from KenFlo.
Swanson receives a solid kick right below his ribs.
Shovel hook by Kenny Florian
goes nowhere.
Cub Swanson is measuring KenFlo with his jab.
KenFlo isn't fazed.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Swanson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
KenFlo sprawls and remains on his feet.
Nice punch by Kenny Florian
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Swanson has a small cut in his Chin
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Cub Swanson paws at KenFlo.
KenFlo answers with solid punches!
Swanson throws a low kick
Kenny Florian blocks.
Swanson misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kenny Florian throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Cub Swanson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Kenny Florian swings and Swanson has to retreat
Some nice shots from Kenny Florian
that stun Swanson.
Swanson has a small cut in his Forehead
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
KenFlo steps backwards away from Cub Swanson. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Kenny Florian tries to bring the fight to the ground
Swanson goes down.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
KenFlo moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
KenFlo works on the ground with his fingers over Swanson's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Justin Traviss didn't see that!
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian tries a kimura
That kimura looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
Punishing hold!
That kimura from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
KenFlo is locking that kimura...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
That kimura from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
Swanson struggles to free himself
Swanson breaks the lock.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Cub Swanson
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Kenny Florian isolates Cub Swanson's right arm looking for an armbar...
Punishing hold!
Crippling lock!
That armbar looks tight...
That armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
Cub Swanson tries to hold onto his own arm but Kenny Florian breaks his grip and extends his arm for the tap!
Winner is Kenny Florian by Submission (armbar) at 4:15 Round 2
Statistics: Cub Swanson
Punches 9/17 (53%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 3/9 (33%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 190 s
Statistics: Kenny Florian
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 8/10 (80%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 234 s
Solid refereeing in this fight. Simply the best.
Kenny Florian looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Justin Traviss.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
As the fight continues it seems that Kenny Florian is taking the best of the fight.
Kenny Florian tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Swanson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
Swanson tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He is not able to do it
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
Swanson tries to close his guard around KenFlo
He succeeds!
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian looks to posture up and open Cub Swanson's guard...
Kenny Florian forces Cub Swanson to open his guard.
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian tries to pass to half guard...
Cub Swanson can't prevent his opponent from passing. KenFlo looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian isolates Cub Swanson's right arm looking for an armbar...
Cub Swanson manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Kenny Florian lost his dominant position.
KenFlo misses a step and Cub Swanson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Deep breaths from Cub Swanson who tries a hammer punch to KenFlo's ribs.
That hit KenFlo who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Cub Swanson launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because KenFlo tries to cover his face,
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Cub Swanson tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Swanson measures the resilience of KenFlo's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
KenFlo blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Kenny Florian looks to counter!
KenFlo tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Swanson from the side mount!
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Cub Swanson
Cub Swanson launches a few punches to KenFlo's cheek from the guard.
Kenny Florian uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Cub Swanson
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Cub Swanson work his BJJ game.
Cub Swanson attempts to trap Kenny Florian in his guard.
Cub Swanson manages to switch to full guard.
Kenny Florian is in closed guard over Swanson
Swanson sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Cub Swanson is cooling the fight on the ground
Justin Traviss has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Swanson is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks KenFlo's jaw!
Swanson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises KenFlo with a double overhooks!
Tremendous strikes from Swanson!
Some big punches are landing!
Brilliant combination from Cub Swanson
that forces KenFlo to try and defend better.
KenFlo's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Kenny Florian's Mouth
Cub Swanson fakes a punch and launches himself over KenFlo!
Nice move by Swanson who clinches and pushes KenFlo against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kenny Florian shoots and grab both of Cub Swanson's leg, attempting to take him down with a Double Leg
Cub Swanson managed to pull back his leg from Kenny Florian's grip and move away from him
Justin Traviss separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
KenFlo wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kenny Florian tries for a takedown but can't get it. He decides to pull guard instead...
Kenny Florian wraps him up tight and pulls him into his guard.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Cub Swanson is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo breaths deeply while on the ground
Cub Swanson is in closed guard over KenFlo
Kenny Florian gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Swanson spins out, but Kenny Florian was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Swanson is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Cub Swanson is on his feet again.
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Swanson launches a kick to KenFlo's thigh
Loud pop!
Justin Traviss halts the fight to stand up Cub Swanson. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Kenny Florian is standing now.
Several good body shots
are evaded by KenFlo.
Swanson clumsily fails here and it's time for Kenny Florian to fight back!
KenFlo fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Cub Swanson didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Swanson's body! He's holding his side
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
KenFlo is in open guard over Swanson... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Swanson rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Swanson climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Kenny Florian kicks his legs trying to keep Cub Swanson away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
Kenny Florian launches an up-kick intended for Cub Swanson's head...
It lands flush with Cub Swanson's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Swanson is standing while KenFlo is on the ground on his back
KenFlo tries to hit Cub Swanson with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Swanson steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Justin Traviss halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Kenny Florian is standing now.
Justin Traviss tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Swanson.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
KenFlo wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
KenFlo moves forward and holds Swanson
The fighters are clinching.
KenFlo pushes off of Cub Swanson and starts launching a flurry of hooks and body shots!
Swanson stumbles backwards but Kenny Florian chases him and continues the rain of blows!
Swanson doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Kenny Florian embrace and tries to move away...
Kenny Florian pushes Swanson forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Swanson gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
KenFlo pummels back into position.
Justin Traviss sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Cub Swanson goes with a looping right hand while Kenny Florian jumps back and jabs
That one hits but KenFlo seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Swanson may be in trouble!
Kenny Florian leans forwards and tries to grapple with Swanson
KenFlo shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
KenFlo is launching some bone breaking punches to Swanson's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Cub Swanson's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Swanson grapple with Kenny Florian and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Kenny Florian falls hard on the mat with Cub Swanson on top of him
Cub Swanson is in closed guard over KenFlo
KenFlo moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Swanson's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Crippling lock!
Cub Swanson breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Justin Traviss halts the fight to stand up Kenny Florian. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Middle kick from KenFlo.
Swanson receives a solid kick right below his ribs.
Shovel hook by Kenny Florian
goes nowhere.
Cub Swanson is measuring KenFlo with his jab.
KenFlo isn't fazed.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Swanson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
KenFlo sprawls and remains on his feet.
Nice punch by Kenny Florian
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Swanson has a small cut in his Chin
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Cub Swanson paws at KenFlo.
KenFlo answers with solid punches!
Swanson throws a low kick
Kenny Florian blocks.
Swanson misses a step and Kenny Florian sees an opportunity to counter him!
Kenny Florian throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Cub Swanson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Kenny Florian swings and Swanson has to retreat
Some nice shots from Kenny Florian
that stun Swanson.
Swanson has a small cut in his Forehead
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
KenFlo steps backwards away from Cub Swanson. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Kenny Florian tries to bring the fight to the ground
Swanson goes down.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Kenny Florian is in open guard over Swanson
KenFlo moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
KenFlo works on the ground with his fingers over Swanson's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Justin Traviss didn't see that!
Kenny Florian is in half guard over Swanson
Kenny Florian tries a kimura
That kimura looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
Punishing hold!
That kimura from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
KenFlo is locking that kimura...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
That kimura from Kenny Florian appears to be unbreakable
Swanson struggles to free himself
Swanson breaks the lock.
Kenny Florian is in side mount over Cub Swanson
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Kenny Florian isolates Cub Swanson's right arm looking for an armbar...
Punishing hold!
Crippling lock!
That armbar looks tight...
That armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in Swanson's eyes...
Cub Swanson tries to hold onto his own arm but Kenny Florian breaks his grip and extends his arm for the tap!
Winner is Kenny Florian by Submission (armbar) at 4:15 Round 2
Statistics: Cub Swanson
Punches 9/17 (53%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 3/9 (33%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 190 s
Statistics: Kenny Florian
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 8/10 (80%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 234 s
Solid refereeing in this fight. Simply the best.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!