Post by The Sandmen on Apr 24, 2018 8:11:30 GMT -5
Gary Goodridge doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Goodridge and Big Nog move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
Gary Goodridge sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Goodridge is swinging for the fences!
Big Nog backpedals and creates space. Gary Goodridge is asking him if he is going to fight!
Quick hook by Gary Goodridge
Good shot! Big Nog has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Goodridge struggles... Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is unable to take him down
Goodridge is trying to counter now!
Goodridge is swinging for the fences!
Big Nog backpedals and creates space. Gary Goodridge is asking him if he is going to fight!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps over his opponent and tries to close a flying triangle!
Goodridge sprawls and leaps forward, launching his opponent agains the mat.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Gary Goodridge's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Goodridge holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Gary Goodridge tries to take advantage...
Goodridge throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Tremendous strikes from Big Nog!
Goodridge blocks with confidence
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Gary Goodridge's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Gary Goodridge is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Gary Goodridge in his guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog breaths deeply while on the ground
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Gary Goodridge realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Gary Goodridge to fight back!
Goodridge decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog tries to fight back with his feet and Goodridge just needs another plan now.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to open up Big Nog with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Big Nog blocks a few elbows and now Gary Goodridge will have to look for another option here.
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Big Nog from the side mount!
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches a few punches to Goodridge's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Goodridge tries to cover his face,
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog measures the resilience of Goodridge's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Goodridge blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog tries to show some ground skills
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira put Goodridge in half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge launches a couple of fast knees to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Big Nog moves on the ground and keeps Gary Goodridge's knees at bay with his arms.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to close the guard.
Big Nog put Gary Goodridge in closed guard.
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Goodridge blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Big Nog's guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Goodridge blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Gary Goodridge tries to take advantage...
Goodridge fires a barrage of punches at Big Nog's head!
This is bad! Goodridge is just pounding on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to free his leg...
Big Nog doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to open up Big Nog with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Big Nog is trying to block them with his hands...
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to move on the ground and shows Gary Goodridge a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Big Nog uses his forearms to block the impact!
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Goodridge is countered by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog opts to jump inside Goodridge's guard.
Goodridge didn't see that coming. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge now.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge fakes a punch and launches himself over Big Nog!
Nice move by Goodridge who clinches and pushes Big Nog against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots and grab one of Gary Goodridge's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Goodridge lose his balance and falls to the mat
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves forward looking for some grappling action
Big Nog has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog tries to take Gary Goodridge to the ground from the clinch...
Goodridge shows his sprawl skills and remains on his feet.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches towards Big Nog's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Big Nog blocks Gary Goodridge's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge looks to be in very good shape.
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Gary Goodridge's guard...
Goodridge doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Gary Goodridge's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Gary Goodridge's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to improve position.
Goodridge adjusts and closes his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Gary Goodridge's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forces Gary Goodridge to open his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to pass to mount...
Big Nog slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Gary Goodridge.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Big Nog's side.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Big Nog fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Gary Goodridge's arm and tries an armbar!
Goodridge hold his own hand and breaks Big Nog's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Goodridge launches a couple of fast knees to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Big Nog moves on the ground and keeps Gary Goodridge's knees at bay with his arms.
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Gary Goodridge in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Gary Goodridge is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Goodridge
He is not able to do it
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Gary Goodridge and Big Nog 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 3:25 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Gary Goodridge's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Gary Goodridge's guard...
Gary Goodridge has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Gary Goodridge is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Gary Goodridge in his guard...
Gary Goodridge rolls him over and takes his back!
Goodridge is in rear mount over Big Nog
Gary Goodridge slides his arm under Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pulls down on Gary Goodridge's hand and staves off danger
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog has Goodridge controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Goodridge is unable to move under Big Nog control.
Goodridge is in rear mount over Big Nog
Big Nog has Goodridge controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills he transitions to a side mount.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Goodridge tries to open up Big Nog with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Big Nog is trying to block them with his hands...
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Goodridge gets a good position on the ground. ..
Big Nog holds Gary Goodridge arms and counters his opponent punches.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Gary Goodridge looks to mount Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Goodridge is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Crushing shot to Goodridge's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Big Nog positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Goodridge's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Palacio de los Deportes (Mexico City, Mexico) are cheering for the fighters.
A punch from Gary Goodridge
gets blocked by Big Nog.
Big Nog is holding Gary Goodridge's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Gary Goodridge shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Crisp uppercut by Goodridge followed by a hard jab
Big Nog deflects the blows.
Goodridge clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira leans forwards and tries to grapple with Goodridge
Big Nog shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard!
Gary Goodridge pushes forward and keeps the fight in the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pull guard on Gary Goodridge...
He manages to bring him to the ground in his guard.
Gary Goodridge is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Goodridge spins out, but Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Goodridge is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Back to the beginning! Gary Goodridge is standing now.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Goodridge decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog tries to fight back with his feet and Goodridge just needs another plan now.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Gary Goodridge decides to jump inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog fights back with his feet, forcing Goodridge to try something else.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Goodridge launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Big Nog checks that kick!
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Gary Goodridge steps back and allows Big Nog to get back to his feet.
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
Gary Goodridge sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Some counter punches against Gary Goodridge
land while he's on his bicycle.
Goodridge has a small cut in his Chin
Goodridge throws a one-two combo then fakes a move to fire a big right hand on the chin!
Big Nog's defense muffles the blows.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gary Goodridge didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Gary Goodridge is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Goodridge's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Goodridge clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Big Nog moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Gary Goodridge fakes a punch and launches himself over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Great move by Goodridge who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Gary Goodridge fakes a punch to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira ribs and the tries to trip him
Big Nog loses balance for a moment but he remains on his feet after a small struggle.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Gary Goodridge doesn't let Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira get in on his legs.
The fighters are clinching.
Goodridge tries to take Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira down... Big Nog stumbles backwards and Gary Goodridge launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Big Nog's jaw!
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog and Gary Goodridge are cliched up against the cage. Big Nog steps for a throw
Gary Goodridge is gets thrown to the mat but gets right back up
The fighters are clinching.
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches towards Big Nog's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Big Nog seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Big Nog blocks Gary Goodridge's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Big Nog succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Big Nog breaks the closed guard of Gary Goodridge and moves to half guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Palacio de los Deportes (Mexico City, Mexico) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Goodridge throws a low kick
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Tremendous strikes from Big Nog!
Some big punches are landing!
Gary Goodridge just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Big Nog quickly defends.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira throws a combo
Goodridge punches back but nobody connects.
Gary Goodridge gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Big Nog circles out and slips free of Gary Goodridge's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Low kick by Gary Goodridge to maintain his distance.
Bad move. That was far from landing.
Goodridge decides to launch some tentative punches
Gary Goodridge takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Gary Goodridge launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Big Nog blocks and tries to circle around his opponent looking for angles.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
A punch from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
grazes Goodridge's right cheek.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gary Goodridge didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Goodridge is able to break the lock.
Goodridge tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Gary Goodridge overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Big Nog pulls his arm out of danger.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to move to full mount
Big Nog succeeds
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Big Nog fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Gary Goodridge's arm and tries an armbar!
You can see the pain reflected in Goodridge's eyes...
Goodridge hold his own hand and breaks Big Nog's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Gary Goodridge in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Gary Goodridge slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Gary Goodridge slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Gary Goodridge!
Big Nog is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Big Nog throws a lazy kick
Goodridge blocks and keeps his distance.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Big Nog is holding Gary Goodridge's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Gary Goodridge loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge works on the ground with his fingers over Big Nog's face
Big Nog shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Nice punch by Gary Goodridge
that nearly tags Big Nog.
Goodridge avoids a dangerous strike from Big Nog
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Goodridge is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:05 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Gary Goodridge's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Gary Goodridge gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Gary Goodridge...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Big Nog goes for an armbar!
Gary Goodridge breaks the lock and pushes away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Goodridge avoids a dangerous strike from Big Nog
and counters with a solid straight!
Big Nog's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gary Goodridge didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to show some ground skills
Big Nog uses his strength to keep Big Nog at a disadvantage
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Gary Goodridge...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Gary Goodridge's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Gary Goodridge is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge tries to roll to his side and trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rolls him over and takes his back!
Big Nog is in rear mount over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Goodridge locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira unil he can pull his arm free! Big Nog lost his dominant position.
Gary Goodridge is in closed guard over Big Nog
Goodridge is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Gary Goodridge!
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to move on the ground and shows Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Goodridge's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Deep breaths from Gary Goodridge who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Gary Goodridge. 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 Palacio de los Deportes (Mexico City, Mexico) are cheering for the fighters.
Solid low kick from Gary Goodridge.
Big Nog deflects it.
Gary Goodridge gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog launches a hook to the body
Bang! Goodridge stops that one with his ribs!
The clock says 4:30 in the 5 round
Goodridge decides to launch some tentative punches
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Goodridge ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Tremendous strikes from Goodridge!
Big Nog blocks with confidence
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Gary Goodridge just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Big Nog quickly defends.
The clock says 4:50 in the 5 round
Goodridge tries to grapple
Big Nog moves aside keeping the fight a strinking range
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Gary Goodridge
Punches 11/45 (24%)
Kicks 0/4 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/12 (25%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 10/56 (18%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 829 s
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 19/25 (76%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 11/17 (65%)
GnP strikes 3/9 (33%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 910 s
Also, We Are The Champions is on now. It skipped once, and that made me sad. Also, Freddie Mercury has a God-like voice at times. Not to mention he was sexy as hell. Also, #TITC! (Don't read too much into that here though.)
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Goodridge and Big Nog move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
Gary Goodridge sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Goodridge is swinging for the fences!
Big Nog backpedals and creates space. Gary Goodridge is asking him if he is going to fight!
Quick hook by Gary Goodridge
Good shot! Big Nog has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Goodridge struggles... Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is unable to take him down
Goodridge is trying to counter now!
Goodridge is swinging for the fences!
Big Nog backpedals and creates space. Gary Goodridge is asking him if he is going to fight!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps over his opponent and tries to close a flying triangle!
Goodridge sprawls and leaps forward, launching his opponent agains the mat.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Gary Goodridge's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Goodridge holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Gary Goodridge tries to take advantage...
Goodridge throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Tremendous strikes from Big Nog!
Goodridge blocks with confidence
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Gary Goodridge's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Gary Goodridge is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Gary Goodridge in his guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog breaths deeply while on the ground
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Gary Goodridge realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Gary Goodridge to fight back!
Goodridge decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog tries to fight back with his feet and Goodridge just needs another plan now.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to open up Big Nog with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Big Nog blocks a few elbows and now Gary Goodridge will have to look for another option here.
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Big Nog from the side mount!
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches a few punches to Goodridge's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Goodridge tries to cover his face,
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog measures the resilience of Goodridge's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Goodridge blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog tries to show some ground skills
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira put Goodridge in half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge launches a couple of fast knees to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Big Nog moves on the ground and keeps Gary Goodridge's knees at bay with his arms.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to close the guard.
Big Nog put Gary Goodridge in closed guard.
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Goodridge blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Big Nog's guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Goodridge blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Gary Goodridge tries to take advantage...
Goodridge fires a barrage of punches at Big Nog's head!
This is bad! Goodridge is just pounding on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to free his leg...
Big Nog doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge tries to open up Big Nog with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Big Nog is trying to block them with his hands...
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to move on the ground and shows Gary Goodridge a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Big Nog uses his forearms to block the impact!
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Goodridge launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Goodridge is countered by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog opts to jump inside Goodridge's guard.
Goodridge didn't see that coming. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge now.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Gary Goodridge fakes a punch and launches himself over Big Nog!
Nice move by Goodridge who clinches and pushes Big Nog against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots and grab one of Gary Goodridge's leg, attempting to take him down with a Single Leg
Goodridge lose his balance and falls to the mat
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves forward looking for some grappling action
Big Nog has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog tries to take Gary Goodridge to the ground from the clinch...
Goodridge shows his sprawl skills and remains on his feet.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches towards Big Nog's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Big Nog blocks Gary Goodridge's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge looks to be in very good shape.
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Gary Goodridge's guard...
Goodridge doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Gary Goodridge's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Gary Goodridge's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to improve position.
Goodridge adjusts and closes his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Gary Goodridge's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forces Gary Goodridge to open his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to pass to mount...
Big Nog slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Gary Goodridge.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Big Nog's side.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Big Nog fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Gary Goodridge's arm and tries an armbar!
Goodridge hold his own hand and breaks Big Nog's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Goodridge launches a couple of fast knees to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Big Nog moves on the ground and keeps Gary Goodridge's knees at bay with his arms.
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Gary Goodridge in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Gary Goodridge is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Goodridge
He is not able to do it
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Gary Goodridge and Big Nog 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 3:25 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Gary Goodridge's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Gary Goodridge's guard...
Gary Goodridge has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Gary Goodridge is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Gary Goodridge in his guard...
Gary Goodridge rolls him over and takes his back!
Goodridge is in rear mount over Big Nog
Gary Goodridge slides his arm under Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pulls down on Gary Goodridge's hand and staves off danger
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog has Goodridge controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Goodridge is unable to move under Big Nog control.
Goodridge is in rear mount over Big Nog
Big Nog has Goodridge controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills he transitions to a side mount.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Goodridge tries to open up Big Nog with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Big Nog is trying to block them with his hands...
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Goodridge gets a good position on the ground. ..
Big Nog holds Gary Goodridge arms and counters his opponent punches.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Gary Goodridge looks to mount Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Goodridge is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Crushing shot to Goodridge's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Big Nog positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Goodridge's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Palacio de los Deportes (Mexico City, Mexico) are cheering for the fighters.
A punch from Gary Goodridge
gets blocked by Big Nog.
Big Nog is holding Gary Goodridge's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Gary Goodridge shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Crisp uppercut by Goodridge followed by a hard jab
Big Nog deflects the blows.
Goodridge clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira leans forwards and tries to grapple with Goodridge
Big Nog shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The clock says 1:20 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard!
Gary Goodridge pushes forward and keeps the fight in the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pull guard on Gary Goodridge...
He manages to bring him to the ground in his guard.
Gary Goodridge is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Goodridge spins out, but Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Goodridge is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Back to the beginning! Gary Goodridge is standing now.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Goodridge decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog tries to fight back with his feet and Goodridge just needs another plan now.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Gary Goodridge decides to jump inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog fights back with his feet, forcing Goodridge to try something else.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Goodridge launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Big Nog checks that kick!
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Gary Goodridge away.
Gary Goodridge takes a kick to the body.
Goodridge is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Gary Goodridge steps back and allows Big Nog to get back to his feet.
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
Gary Goodridge sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Some counter punches against Gary Goodridge
land while he's on his bicycle.
Goodridge has a small cut in his Chin
Goodridge throws a one-two combo then fakes a move to fire a big right hand on the chin!
Big Nog's defense muffles the blows.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gary Goodridge didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Gary Goodridge is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Goodridge's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to move to full guard
Gary Goodridge manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Goodridge clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Big Nog moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Gary Goodridge fakes a punch and launches himself over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Great move by Goodridge who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Gary Goodridge fakes a punch to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira ribs and the tries to trip him
Big Nog loses balance for a moment but he remains on his feet after a small struggle.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Gary Goodridge doesn't let Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira get in on his legs.
The fighters are clinching.
Goodridge tries to take Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira down... Big Nog stumbles backwards and Gary Goodridge launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Big Nog's jaw!
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog and Gary Goodridge are cliched up against the cage. Big Nog steps for a throw
Gary Goodridge is gets thrown to the mat but gets right back up
The fighters are clinching.
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches towards Big Nog's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Big Nog seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Big Nog blocks Gary Goodridge's knee and hits a perfectly executed knee tap! Nice move.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Goodridge misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Big Nog succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Big Nog is in closed guard... Goodridge tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Big Nog breaks the closed guard of Gary Goodridge and moves to half guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Palacio de los Deportes (Mexico City, Mexico) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Goodridge throws a low kick
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Tremendous strikes from Big Nog!
Some big punches are landing!
Gary Goodridge just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Big Nog quickly defends.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira throws a combo
Goodridge punches back but nobody connects.
Gary Goodridge gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Big Nog circles out and slips free of Gary Goodridge's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Low kick by Gary Goodridge to maintain his distance.
Bad move. That was far from landing.
Goodridge decides to launch some tentative punches
Gary Goodridge takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Gary Goodridge launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Big Nog blocks and tries to circle around his opponent looking for angles.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
A punch from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
grazes Goodridge's right cheek.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gary Goodridge didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Goodridge is able to break the lock.
Goodridge tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Gary Goodridge overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Big Nog pulls his arm out of danger.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to move to full mount
Big Nog succeeds
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Big Nog fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Gary Goodridge's arm and tries an armbar!
You can see the pain reflected in Goodridge's eyes...
Goodridge hold his own hand and breaks Big Nog's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
Gary Goodridge is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Gary Goodridge in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to half guard.
Gary Goodridge is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Gary Goodridge slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Gary Goodridge slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Gary Goodridge!
Big Nog is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Big Nog throws a lazy kick
Goodridge blocks and keeps his distance.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Big Nog is holding Gary Goodridge's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Gary Goodridge loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge works on the ground with his fingers over Big Nog's face
Big Nog shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Nice punch by Gary Goodridge
that nearly tags Big Nog.
Goodridge avoids a dangerous strike from Big Nog
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Goodridge is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Goodridge tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:05 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Goodridge
Gary Goodridge launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Gary Goodridge's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Gary Goodridge gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Gary Goodridge...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Big Nog goes for an armbar!
Gary Goodridge breaks the lock and pushes away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Goodridge avoids a dangerous strike from Big Nog
and counters with a solid straight!
Big Nog's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Gary Goodridge didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Goodridge
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to show some ground skills
Big Nog uses his strength to keep Big Nog at a disadvantage
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Gary Goodridge...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Gary Goodridge's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Gary Goodridge is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge tries to roll to his side and trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rolls him over and takes his back!
Big Nog is in rear mount over Goodridge
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Goodridge locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira unil he can pull his arm free! Big Nog lost his dominant position.
Gary Goodridge is in closed guard over Big Nog
Goodridge is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Gary Goodridge!
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to move on the ground and shows Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Goodridge's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Deep breaths from Gary Goodridge who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Goodridge tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Gary Goodridge
Gary Goodridge doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Gary Goodridge. 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 Palacio de los Deportes (Mexico City, Mexico) are cheering for the fighters.
Solid low kick from Gary Goodridge.
Big Nog deflects it.
Gary Goodridge gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog launches a hook to the body
Bang! Goodridge stops that one with his ribs!
The clock says 4:30 in the 5 round
Goodridge decides to launch some tentative punches
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Goodridge ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Tremendous strikes from Goodridge!
Big Nog blocks with confidence
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Gary Goodridge just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Big Nog quickly defends.
The clock says 4:50 in the 5 round
Goodridge tries to grapple
Big Nog moves aside keeping the fight a strinking range
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Gary Goodridge
Punches 11/45 (24%)
Kicks 0/4 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/12 (25%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 10/56 (18%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 829 s
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 19/25 (76%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 11/17 (65%)
GnP strikes 3/9 (33%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 910 s
Also, We Are The Champions is on now. It skipped once, and that made me sad. Also, Freddie Mercury has a God-like voice at times. Not to mention he was sexy as hell. Also, #TITC! (Don't read too much into that here though.)
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!