Post by The Sandmen on Aug 27, 2017 21:18:03 GMT -5
Roxanne Modafferi is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
Ferocious staredown by LaRosa while John McCarthy recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
A solid combination from Tara LaRosa
mostly hits air.
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
LaRosa steps forward
Roxanne Modafferi catches her with an uppercut to the face!
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Modafferi struggles... Tara LaRosa is unable to take her down
Roxanne Modafferi goes with a looping right hand while Tara LaRosa jumps back and jabs
Modafferi only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Poorly executed technique. Tara LaRosa looks to counter!
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Roxanne Modafferi slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
LaRosa is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi goes for an armbar!
Tara LaRosa breaks the lock and pushes away Roxanne Modafferi, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Roxanne Modafferi leans forwards and tries to grapple with LaRosa
Modafferi shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Tara LaRosa pushes away Modafferi trying to keep the fight at striking range
Modafferi doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Tara LaRosa
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa launches a few hard punches to Roxanne Modafferi's ribs!
Roxanne Modafferi's ribs shows the damage! Tara LaRosa is working her opponent ribs!
Hard blow to Modafferi's mid-section, she seems hurt
Roxanne Modafferi pushes away LaRosa trying to keep the fight at striking range
LaRosa stumbles backwards and Roxanne Modafferi circles to get the center of the cage
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and moves laterally.
Roxanne Modafferi and LaRosa engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 2:00 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa shoots for a double leg takedown!
Roxanne Modafferi sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Tara LaRosa is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Modafferi launches a furious low kick!
LaRosa blocks.
LaRosa is trying to counter now!
Tara LaRosa fires an unorthodox punch to Modafferi's torso
that goes wide.
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to move to full mount
LaRosa's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi tries to close her guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa gets a good position on the ground. ..
Modafferi holds Tara LaRosa arms and counters her opponent punches.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Tara LaRosa. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Modafferi decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Modafferi moves back and takes a deep breath.
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to improve position.
LaRosa adjusts and closes her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Tara LaRosa holds Roxanne Modafferi and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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Roxanne Modafferi paws at LaRosa.
LaRosa answers with solid punches!
Tara LaRosa closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Tara LaRosa moves forward and launches a low kick.
Modafferi blocks that.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa paws at Modafferi.
Modafferi answers with solid punches!
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! LaRosa's being punished here!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Tara LaRosa tries a hook to the body
but Modafferi manages to dodge it
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Tara LaRosa! I'm sure that her liver will be sore tomorrow.
The clock says 2:20 in the 2 round
Modafferi pushes Tara LaRosa and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Middle kick from Modafferi.
The kick just misses.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Tara LaRosa manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to better her position on the ground...
LaRosa holds Roxanne Modafferi's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
BJJ! That is what must be passing through LaRosa's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi hooks LaRosa's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Tara LaRosa manages to kick Modafferi away and scrambles on top!
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
LaRosa blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Modafferi's guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Roxanne Modafferi rolls over herself and stands up while Tara LaRosa rolls on her back.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Tara LaRosa. 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.
A high kick from Tara LaRosa
misses badly. LaRosa slips and falls!
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on her back
Tara LaRosa kicks her legs trying to keep Roxanne Modafferi away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on her back
Tara LaRosa kicks her legs trying to keep Roxanne Modafferi away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on her back
Tara LaRosa kicks her legs trying to keep Roxanne Modafferi away.
No damage done by those kicks.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Tara LaRosa.
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Round 3
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Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
John McCarthy 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.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi struggles on the ground and tries to break Tara LaRosa's guard...
LaRosa doesn't want to free her opponent and Modafferi continues in closed guard
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Modafferi clumsily fails here and it's time for Tara LaRosa to fight back!
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Tara LaRosa manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
A right hand from Roxanne Modafferi
surprises LaRosa!
LaRosa's Chin is beginning to swell
Roxanne Modafferi goes with a looping right hand while Tara LaRosa jumps back and jabs
LaRosa seems staggered and Roxanne Modafferi runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Modafferi is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Modafferi tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to escape from the full mount...
Roxanne Modafferi is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi cornermen are yelling for her man to escape from the ground as LaRosa can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's right arm looking for an armbar...
Tara LaRosa manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
The clock says 3:50 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass to half guard...
Roxanne Modafferi can't prevent her opponent from passing. LaRosa looks to work from half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Modafferi's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Modafferi rolls and she's now on half guard over Tara LaRosa. Nice reversal.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
LaRosa launches a flurry of punches
Modafferi slips out of danger.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
LaRosa leads with a punch
Roxanne Modafferi evades but whiffs with a counter.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa tries to bring the fight to the ground
Modafferi won't budge, forcing LaRosa to pull guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi tries to escape from closed guard...
Modafferi struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Roxanne Modafferi has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 4
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Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi's cheek from the guard.
Roxanne Modafferi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to free her leg
Roxanne Modafferi uses some of her skill by jumping out of LaRosa's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
John McCarthy 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Modafferi moves backwards and Tara LaRosa is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Roxanne Modafferi is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Modafferi studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
That leglock from Roxanne Modafferi appears to be unbreakable
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:15 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground..
...she makes no progress.
LaRosa tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi's cheek from the guard.
Roxanne Modafferi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
A right hand from Roxanne Modafferi
surprises LaRosa!
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Modafferi studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Not a desiderable position that Modafferi is in now. Tara LaRosa is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Modafferi uses her strength to keep Modafferi at a disadvantage
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi tries to move to full mount!
LaRosa won't allow her to take this position easily.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Modafferi is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
LaRosa moves backwards and Roxanne Modafferi is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
A punch from Tara LaRosa
gets blocked by Modafferi.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Crushing shot to LaRosa's body! She's holding her side
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount
Modafferi succeeds
The clock says 2:00 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi goes for an armbar!
LaRosa Hyper-extended her arm
Crippling lock!
LaRosa Hyper-extended her arm
Punishing hold!
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar from Roxanne Modafferi appears to be unbreakable
Tara LaRosa breaks the lock and pushes away Roxanne Modafferi, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Some counter punches against Roxanne Modafferi
almost hit her as she moves away.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Modafferi's ribs.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:50 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Not a desiderable position that Modafferi is in now. Tara LaRosa is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi's cheek from the guard.
Roxanne Modafferi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Tara LaRosa spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
LaRosa reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Modafferi blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Modafferi shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Modafferi doesn't want to free her opponent and LaRosa continues in closed guard
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Modafferi reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
LaRosa blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
John McCarthy 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Tara LaRosa tries a hook to the body
but Modafferi manages to dodge it
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Incredible high kick!
LaRosa deflects and sidesteps.
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into her guard.
Hard blow to LaRosa's mid-section, she seems hurt
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Modafferi, who walks calmly to her corner.
Winner is Roxanne Modafferi by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 14/27 (52%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 17/17 (100%)
GnP strikes 3/3 (100%)
Submissions 22/22 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 897 s
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 16/30 (53%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/4 (75%)
Takedowns 2/6 (33%)
GnP strikes 2/37 (5%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 925 s
Two high level ladies here, unable to get any quality offense done because each is excellent. It happens.
Ferocious staredown by LaRosa while John McCarthy recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
A solid combination from Tara LaRosa
mostly hits air.
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
LaRosa steps forward
Roxanne Modafferi catches her with an uppercut to the face!
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Modafferi struggles... Tara LaRosa is unable to take her down
Roxanne Modafferi goes with a looping right hand while Tara LaRosa jumps back and jabs
Modafferi only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Poorly executed technique. Tara LaRosa looks to counter!
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Tara LaRosa...
Roxanne Modafferi slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
LaRosa is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi goes for an armbar!
Tara LaRosa breaks the lock and pushes away Roxanne Modafferi, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Roxanne Modafferi leans forwards and tries to grapple with LaRosa
Modafferi shows her clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Tara LaRosa pushes away Modafferi trying to keep the fight at striking range
Modafferi doesn't want to break the clinch as she still is grappling with Tara LaRosa
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
LaRosa launches a few hard punches to Roxanne Modafferi's ribs!
Roxanne Modafferi's ribs shows the damage! Tara LaRosa is working her opponent ribs!
Hard blow to Modafferi's mid-section, she seems hurt
Roxanne Modafferi pushes away LaRosa trying to keep the fight at striking range
LaRosa stumbles backwards and Roxanne Modafferi circles to get the center of the cage
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and moves laterally.
Roxanne Modafferi and LaRosa engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 2:00 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa shoots for a double leg takedown!
Roxanne Modafferi sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Tara LaRosa is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Modafferi launches a furious low kick!
LaRosa blocks.
LaRosa is trying to counter now!
Tara LaRosa fires an unorthodox punch to Modafferi's torso
that goes wide.
LaRosa grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
LaRosa tries to move to full mount
LaRosa's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi tries to close her guard around LaRosa
She succeeds!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa is in closed guard... Modafferi tries to roll on the ground!
Tara LaRosa uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa gets a good position on the ground. ..
Modafferi holds Tara LaRosa arms and counters her opponent punches.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Tara LaRosa. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Modafferi decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Modafferi moves back and takes a deep breath.
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to improve position.
LaRosa adjusts and closes her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Tara LaRosa holds Roxanne Modafferi and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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Roxanne Modafferi paws at LaRosa.
LaRosa answers with solid punches!
Tara LaRosa closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Tara LaRosa moves forward and launches a low kick.
Modafferi blocks that.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa paws at Modafferi.
Modafferi answers with solid punches!
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi tries to bring the fight to the ground
LaRosa goes down.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Tara LaRosa has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! LaRosa's being punished here!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Tara LaRosa tries a hook to the body
but Modafferi manages to dodge it
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Tara LaRosa! I'm sure that her liver will be sore tomorrow.
The clock says 2:20 in the 2 round
Modafferi pushes Tara LaRosa and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Middle kick from Modafferi.
The kick just misses.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Tara LaRosa manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to better her position on the ground...
LaRosa holds Roxanne Modafferi's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
BJJ! That is what must be passing through LaRosa's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi hooks LaRosa's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Tara LaRosa manages to kick Modafferi away and scrambles on top!
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
LaRosa blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Modafferi's guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
LaRosa launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Roxanne Modafferi rolls over herself and stands up while Tara LaRosa rolls on her back.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Tara LaRosa. 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.
A high kick from Tara LaRosa
misses badly. LaRosa slips and falls!
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on her back
Tara LaRosa kicks her legs trying to keep Roxanne Modafferi away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on her back
Tara LaRosa kicks her legs trying to keep Roxanne Modafferi away.
No damage done by those kicks.
Modafferi is standing while LaRosa is on the ground on her back
Tara LaRosa kicks her legs trying to keep Roxanne Modafferi away.
No damage done by those kicks.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Tara LaRosa.
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Round 3
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Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
John McCarthy 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.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi struggles on the ground and tries to break Tara LaRosa's guard...
LaRosa doesn't want to free her opponent and Modafferi continues in closed guard
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 1:35 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
Modafferi clumsily fails here and it's time for Tara LaRosa to fight back!
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Tara LaRosa manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
A right hand from Roxanne Modafferi
surprises LaRosa!
LaRosa's Chin is beginning to swell
Roxanne Modafferi goes with a looping right hand while Tara LaRosa jumps back and jabs
LaRosa seems staggered and Roxanne Modafferi runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Modafferi is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Tara LaRosa realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Tara LaRosa can end the fight with her ground and pound.
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Modafferi tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa tries to escape from the full mount...
Roxanne Modafferi is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi cornermen are yelling for her man to escape from the ground as LaRosa can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give her the chance.
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Tara LaRosa's right arm looking for an armbar...
Tara LaRosa manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
The clock says 3:50 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa is in open guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa tries to pass to half guard...
Roxanne Modafferi can't prevent her opponent from passing. LaRosa looks to work from half guard.
Tara LaRosa is in half guard over Modafferi
Tara LaRosa pushes Modafferi's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Modafferi rolls and she's now on half guard over Tara LaRosa. Nice reversal.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
LaRosa launches a flurry of punches
Modafferi slips out of danger.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
LaRosa leads with a punch
Roxanne Modafferi evades but whiffs with a counter.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Tara LaRosa tries to bring the fight to the ground
Modafferi won't budge, forcing LaRosa to pull guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Modafferi tries to escape from closed guard...
Modafferi struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Roxanne Modafferi has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 4
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Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Modafferi tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi's cheek from the guard.
Roxanne Modafferi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to free her leg
Roxanne Modafferi uses some of her skill by jumping out of LaRosa's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
John McCarthy 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Modafferi moves backwards and Tara LaRosa is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Tara LaRosa fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Roxanne Modafferi is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
Modafferi studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
That leglock from Roxanne Modafferi appears to be unbreakable
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi goes for an americana!
LaRosa breaks free.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Tara LaRosa's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:15 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi moves on the ground..
...she makes no progress.
LaRosa tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi's cheek from the guard.
Roxanne Modafferi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
LaRosa is holding Roxanne Modafferi's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Tara LaRosa
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
A right hand from Roxanne Modafferi
surprises LaRosa!
LaRosa steps backwards away from Roxanne Modafferi. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Modafferi studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Modafferi is holding Tara LaRosa's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Tara LaRosa loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Tara LaRosa attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Tara LaRosa
Not a desiderable position that Modafferi is in now. Tara LaRosa is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
LaRosa tries to show some ground skills
Modafferi uses her strength to keep Modafferi at a disadvantage
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi tries to move to full mount!
LaRosa won't allow her to take this position easily.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Modafferi is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
LaRosa moves backwards and Roxanne Modafferi is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
A punch from Tara LaRosa
gets blocked by Modafferi.
Modafferi tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Tara LaRosa's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Tara LaRosa to open her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
LaRosa rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Crushing shot to LaRosa's body! She's holding her side
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Modafferi tries to move to full mount
Modafferi succeeds
The clock says 2:00 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in full mount over Tara LaRosa
Modafferi goes for an armbar!
LaRosa Hyper-extended her arm
Crippling lock!
LaRosa Hyper-extended her arm
Punishing hold!
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar from Roxanne Modafferi appears to be unbreakable
Tara LaRosa breaks the lock and pushes away Roxanne Modafferi, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Some counter punches against Roxanne Modafferi
almost hit her as she moves away.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tara LaRosa didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Modafferi's ribs.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 2:50 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Not a desiderable position that Modafferi is in now. Tara LaRosa is well knowed for her strong and relentless GnP.
Tara LaRosa launches a few punches to Modafferi's cheek from the guard.
Roxanne Modafferi uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
LaRosa clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Modafferi tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Tara LaRosa tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Tara LaRosa spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
LaRosa is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Deep breaths from Tara LaRosa who tries a hammer punch to Modafferi's ribs.
Modafferi blocks those punches
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
LaRosa is able to break the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi gets sloppy and Tara LaRosa tries to take advantage...
LaRosa reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Modafferi blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over LaRosa
Modafferi shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
LaRosa pushes Roxanne Modafferi forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Tara LaRosa is in closed guard over Modafferi
LaRosa struggles on the ground and tries to break Roxanne Modafferi's guard...
Modafferi doesn't want to free her opponent and LaRosa continues in closed guard
LaRosa misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Modafferi reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
LaRosa blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
John McCarthy 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 Air Canada Centre (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
LaRosa studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Tara LaRosa tries a hook to the body
but Modafferi manages to dodge it
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Incredible high kick!
LaRosa deflects and sidesteps.
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Tara LaRosa is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Modafferi into her guard.
Hard blow to LaRosa's mid-section, she seems hurt
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over LaRosa
Modafferi is in closed guard... LaRosa tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Tara LaRosa gets sloppy and Roxanne Modafferi tries to take advantage...
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over LaRosa
LaRosa tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Modafferi, who walks calmly to her corner.
Winner is Roxanne Modafferi by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 14/27 (52%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 17/17 (100%)
GnP strikes 3/3 (100%)
Submissions 22/22 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 897 s
Statistics: Tara LaRosa
Punches 16/30 (53%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/4 (75%)
Takedowns 2/6 (33%)
GnP strikes 2/37 (5%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 925 s
Two high level ladies here, unable to get any quality offense done because each is excellent. It happens.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!