Post by The Sandmen on Jul 24, 2018 12:15:27 GMT -5
Mark Hunt looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Fedor Emelianenko looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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Mark Hunt and Fedor Emelianenko touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt launches a few weak punches
Fedor blocks them effectively.
Hunt misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor tries to open up Mark Hunt's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Hunt in the side of the head
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Mark Hunt manages to switch to full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Fedor Emelianenko wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to escape from closed guard...
Hunt waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Fedor Emelianenko! He is reversed and nor Mark Hunt is on half guard!
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Mark Hunt throws a flurry of punches at Fedor...
Fedor is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Fedor tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Fedor attempts a triangle from bottom! Mark Hunt slips out. Fedor quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Mark Hunt slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Mark Hunt. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
A bunch of leg kicks from Mark Hunt
are bothering his opponent.
Fedor hyper-extended his left leg
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Hunt is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Hunt in his guard...
Mark Hunt keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Mark Hunt rolls Fedor Emelianenko to his stomach and takes his back!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Hunt's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Hunt tries to cover his face,
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor
Fedor has given his back to Mark Hunt who is trying to get one hook in!
Mark Hunt has one hook in!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with one hook in
Hunt has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Fedor.
Nicely done! Hunt now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Fedor measures the resilience of Hunt's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hunt's side.
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Hunt is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Fedor, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Fedor is holding his opponent arms defending well.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Hunt tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Fedor!
Hunt has one of his arm over Fedor Emelianenko's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Fedor measures the resilience of Hunt's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hunt's side.
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Mark Hunt 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
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Mark Hunt. 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.
Good front kick from Hunt!
Fedor Emelianenko blocks
Mark Hunt tries a middle kick
Fedor Emelianenko blocks and steps away.
Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Hunt tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Mark Hunt controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Hunt tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Fedor struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Mark Hunt throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Fedor breaks the lock showing some skills...
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Hunt in his guard...
Fedor Emelianenko moves to half guard.
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to move to full guard
Mark Hunt keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Hunt's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Hunt tries to cover his face,
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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Fedor launches a kick
Hunt checks it and keeps distance.
Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Hunt ducks under...
Hunt tries to grapple
He puts Fedor in a double underhook!
Fedor doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Mark Hunt embrace and tries to move away...
Mark Hunt pushes Fedor forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Hunt pummels back into position.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Hunt is able to break the lock.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Good looking punches from Fedor Emelianenko on the ground
deflected by Hunt.
Fedor misses a step and Mark Hunt sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Mark Hunt is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Mark Hunt is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Mark Hunt looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Fedor Emelianenko takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko sits up and gets an arm around Hunt's neck!
Hunt pushes Fedor Emelianenko back to the ground.
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
Hunt struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Mark Hunt is in Fedor open guard now
Mark Hunt is in open guard over Fedor
Hunt tries to improve position.
Fedor adjusts and closes his guard.
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.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but Fedor manages to dodge it
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a punch and launches himself over Hunt!
Nice move by Fedor who clinches and pushes Hunt against the cage
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Hunt trying to keep the fight at striking range
Hunt stumbles backwards and Fedor Emelianenko circles to get the center of the cage
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Bone shattering straight left hand from Mark Hunt!
Fedor is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Fedor cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Hunt can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Hunt pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Hunt throws a hook
He fails to land it.
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Mark Hunt tries to turn in and scramble out. Fedor Emelianenko timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Mark Hunt slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Hunt is trying to counter now!
Mark Hunt 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
Back to the beginning! Mark Hunt is standing now.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Hunt is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor Emelianenko launches an up-kick intended for Mark Hunt's head...
Hunt leans out of the way.
Hunt is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor tries to hit Mark Hunt with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Hunt dodges that
Poorly executed technique. Mark Hunt looks to counter!
Hunt launches a kick to Fedor's thigh
Fedor checks that kick!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Hunt is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass to half guard...
Mark Hunt's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Fedor Emelianenko creates enough space to control Mark Hunt's leg.
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Mark Hunt launches a few punches to Fedor
Fedor covers himself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Hunt's cheek from the guard.
Mark Hunt uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Hunt is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Hunt goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Fedor doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Mark Hunt is cooling the fight on the ground
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Mark Hunt's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Hunt leans and gets Fedor Emelianenko's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
Fedor blocks those punches
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko looks to posture up and open Mark Hunt's guard...
Mark Hunt has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Hunt holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Mark Hunt holds Fedor Emelianenko and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to open up Hunt with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Hunt blocks a few elbows and now Fedor Emelianenko will have to look for another option here.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but Fedor manages to dodge it
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to show some ground skills
Fedor uses his strength to keep Fedor at a disadvantage
Mark Hunt gets sloppy and Fedor Emelianenko tries to take advantage...
Fedor throws a few hammer fists to the face of Mark Hunt
Solid shots!
Hunt's Mouth is beginning to swell
Hunt has a small cut in his Mouth
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Fedor blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to show some ground skills
Fedor uses his strength to keep Fedor at a disadvantage
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko looks to mount Mark Hunt...
Mark Hunt takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor breaths deeply while on the ground
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Hunt launches a hook to the body
Bang! Fedor stops that one with his ribs!
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Mark Hunt!
Hunt pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Mark Hunt tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Mark Hunt who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Fedor circles out and slips free of Mark Hunt's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Brilliant combination from Mark Hunt
Fedor is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Here comes Mark Hunt with a vicious middle kick!
That lands hard on Fedor's ribs!
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Mark Hunt's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Hunt holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Hunt leans and gets Fedor Emelianenko's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Mark Hunt is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Mark Hunt charges at Fedor throwing flurries left and right.
Fedor Emelianenko gets out of the way.
Fedor tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Hunt won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
Hunt is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Hunt!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Fedor can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Fedor suddenly holds Mark Hunt's arm and tries an armbar!
Hunt can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
As the fight continues it seems that Fedor Emelianenko is taking the best of the fight.
Hunt is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Mark Hunt uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Hunt is trying to counter now!
Hunt struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Mark Hunt is in Fedor open guard now
Mark Hunt is in open guard over Fedor
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Fedor Emelianenko work his BJJ game.
Fedor measures the resilience of Hunt's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hunt's side.
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Mark Hunt is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Mark Hunt realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. 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.
Fedor Emelianenko goes with a looping right hand while Mark Hunt jumps back and jabs
Fedor seems staggered and Mark Hunt runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Tremendous strikes from Hunt!
Some big punches are landing!
Solid kick to the leg from Mark Hunt
Fedor checks it.
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Several good body shots
are evaded by Hunt.
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a move and moves laterally.
Fedor Emelianenko swings...
...no good.
Mark Hunt throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Fedor.
The clock says 1:50 in the 4 round
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Some nice shots from Mark Hunt
miss their mark.
Mark Hunt circles around Fedor
Fedor attempts a shoot
but stops before running into Hunt's kick.
Hunt misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Hunt launches a few weak punches
Fedor blocks them effectively.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Hunt is able to break the lock.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Mark Hunt tries to take advantage...
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
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.
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Fedor is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to escape from the closed guard
Fedor succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Fedor drills Mark Hunt's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Hunt's Nose is beginning to swell
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass to half guard...
Mark Hunt's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko is cooling the fight on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Mark Hunt's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt tries to turn in and scramble out. Fedor Emelianenko timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Mark Hunt slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 5
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Every time Fedor Emelianenko attempts to get inside
Hunt misses with a low kick.
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
A punch from Fedor Emelianenko
gets blocked by Hunt.
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Mark Hunt 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
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Mark Hunt. 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.
Fedor launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Hunt's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Hunt's body! He's holding his side
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Low kick by Fedor Emelianenko to maintain his distance.
That hits Mark Hunt's ankle
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Hunt goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Fedor is locking that leglock...
Hunt hyper-extended his left leg
That leglock from Fedor Emelianenko appears to be unbreakable
That leglock from Fedor Emelianenko appears to be unbreakable
That leglock looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in Hunt's eyes...
Hunt is able to break the lock.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Hunt's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor moves on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko moves to side mount
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko goes for an americana!
That Americana looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in Hunt's eyes...
Hunt struggles to free himself
That Americana from Fedor Emelianenko appears to be unbreakable
Hunt struggles to free himself
That Americana looks tight...
Hunt's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
He locks it in! Mark Hunt is forced to tap!
Winner is Fedor Emelianenko by Submission (Americana) at 3:45 Round 5
Statistics: Mark Hunt
Punches 10/28 (36%)
Kicks 4/11 (36%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/21 (10%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 951 s
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 0/8 (0%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 15/19 (79%)
GnP strikes 20/33 (61%)
Submissions 10/10 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 970 s
Close fight early, Fedor fight late. Fedor fight won.
Fedor Emelianenko looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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Mark Hunt and Fedor Emelianenko touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt launches a few weak punches
Fedor blocks them effectively.
Hunt misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor tries to open up Mark Hunt's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Hunt in the side of the head
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Mark Hunt manages to switch to full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Fedor Emelianenko wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to escape from closed guard...
Hunt waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Fedor Emelianenko! He is reversed and nor Mark Hunt is on half guard!
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Mark Hunt throws a flurry of punches at Fedor...
Fedor is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Fedor tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Fedor attempts a triangle from bottom! Mark Hunt slips out. Fedor quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Mark Hunt slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Mark Hunt. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
A bunch of leg kicks from Mark Hunt
are bothering his opponent.
Fedor hyper-extended his left leg
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Hunt is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Hunt in his guard...
Mark Hunt keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Mark Hunt rolls Fedor Emelianenko to his stomach and takes his back!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Hunt's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Hunt tries to cover his face,
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor
Fedor has given his back to Mark Hunt who is trying to get one hook in!
Mark Hunt has one hook in!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with one hook in
Hunt has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Fedor.
Nicely done! Hunt now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Fedor measures the resilience of Hunt's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hunt's side.
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Hunt is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Fedor, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Fedor is holding his opponent arms defending well.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Hunt tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Fedor!
Hunt has one of his arm over Fedor Emelianenko's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Fedor measures the resilience of Hunt's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hunt's side.
Hunt is in rear mount over Fedor with two hooks in
Mark Hunt 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
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Mark Hunt. 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.
Good front kick from Hunt!
Fedor Emelianenko blocks
Mark Hunt tries a middle kick
Fedor Emelianenko blocks and steps away.
Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Hunt tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Mark Hunt controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Hunt tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Fedor struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Mark Hunt throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Fedor breaks the lock showing some skills...
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Hunt in his guard...
Fedor Emelianenko moves to half guard.
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to move to full guard
Mark Hunt keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Hunt's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Hunt tries to cover his face,
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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Fedor launches a kick
Hunt checks it and keeps distance.
Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Hunt ducks under...
Hunt tries to grapple
He puts Fedor in a double underhook!
Fedor doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Mark Hunt embrace and tries to move away...
Mark Hunt pushes Fedor forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor gets double underhooks and looks for the takedown...
Hunt pummels back into position.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Hunt is able to break the lock.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Good looking punches from Fedor Emelianenko on the ground
deflected by Hunt.
Fedor misses a step and Mark Hunt sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Mark Hunt is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Mark Hunt is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Mark Hunt looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Fedor Emelianenko takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko sits up and gets an arm around Hunt's neck!
Hunt pushes Fedor Emelianenko back to the ground.
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
Hunt struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Mark Hunt is in Fedor open guard now
Mark Hunt is in open guard over Fedor
Hunt tries to improve position.
Fedor adjusts and closes his guard.
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.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but Fedor manages to dodge it
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a punch and launches himself over Hunt!
Nice move by Fedor who clinches and pushes Hunt against the cage
Fedor Emelianenko pushes away Hunt trying to keep the fight at striking range
Hunt stumbles backwards and Fedor Emelianenko circles to get the center of the cage
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Bone shattering straight left hand from Mark Hunt!
Fedor is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Fedor cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Hunt can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Hunt pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Hunt throws a hook
He fails to land it.
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Mark Hunt tries to turn in and scramble out. Fedor Emelianenko timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Mark Hunt slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Hunt is trying to counter now!
Mark Hunt 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
Back to the beginning! Mark Hunt is standing now.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Hunt is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor Emelianenko launches an up-kick intended for Mark Hunt's head...
Hunt leans out of the way.
Hunt is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor tries to hit Mark Hunt with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Hunt dodges that
Poorly executed technique. Mark Hunt looks to counter!
Hunt launches a kick to Fedor's thigh
Fedor checks that kick!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Hunt is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass to half guard...
Mark Hunt's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Fedor Emelianenko creates enough space to control Mark Hunt's leg.
Mark Hunt is in half guard over Fedor
Mark Hunt launches a few punches to Fedor
Fedor covers himself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Hunt's cheek from the guard.
Mark Hunt uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Hunt is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Hunt goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Fedor doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Mark Hunt is cooling the fight on the ground
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Mark Hunt's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Hunt leans and gets Fedor Emelianenko's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
Fedor blocks those punches
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko looks to posture up and open Mark Hunt's guard...
Mark Hunt has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Hunt holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Mark Hunt holds Fedor Emelianenko and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to open up Hunt with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Hunt blocks a few elbows and now Fedor Emelianenko will have to look for another option here.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but Fedor manages to dodge it
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor is holding Mark Hunt's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to show some ground skills
Fedor uses his strength to keep Fedor at a disadvantage
Mark Hunt gets sloppy and Fedor Emelianenko tries to take advantage...
Fedor throws a few hammer fists to the face of Mark Hunt
Solid shots!
Hunt's Mouth is beginning to swell
Hunt has a small cut in his Mouth
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Fedor blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to show some ground skills
Fedor uses his strength to keep Fedor at a disadvantage
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko looks to mount Mark Hunt...
Mark Hunt takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor breaths deeply while on the ground
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Hunt launches a hook to the body
Bang! Fedor stops that one with his ribs!
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Mark Hunt!
Hunt pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Mark Hunt tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Mark Hunt who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Fedor circles out and slips free of Mark Hunt's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Brilliant combination from Mark Hunt
Fedor is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Here comes Mark Hunt with a vicious middle kick!
That lands hard on Fedor's ribs!
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Mark Hunt's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Hunt holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Hunt leans and gets Fedor Emelianenko's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Mark Hunt is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Mark Hunt charges at Fedor throwing flurries left and right.
Fedor Emelianenko gets out of the way.
Fedor tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Hunt won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
Hunt is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Hunt!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Fedor can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Fedor suddenly holds Mark Hunt's arm and tries an armbar!
Hunt can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Fedor Emelianenko!
Mark Hunt is in closed guard over Fedor
As the fight continues it seems that Fedor Emelianenko is taking the best of the fight.
Hunt is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Mark Hunt uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Hunt is trying to counter now!
Hunt struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Mark Hunt is in Fedor open guard now
Mark Hunt is in open guard over Fedor
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Fedor Emelianenko work his BJJ game.
Fedor measures the resilience of Hunt's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hunt's side.
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Mark Hunt is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Mark Hunt realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. 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.
Fedor Emelianenko goes with a looping right hand while Mark Hunt jumps back and jabs
Fedor seems staggered and Mark Hunt runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Tremendous strikes from Hunt!
Some big punches are landing!
Solid kick to the leg from Mark Hunt
Fedor checks it.
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Several good body shots
are evaded by Hunt.
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a move and moves laterally.
Fedor Emelianenko swings...
...no good.
Mark Hunt throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Fedor.
The clock says 1:50 in the 4 round
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Some nice shots from Mark Hunt
miss their mark.
Mark Hunt circles around Fedor
Fedor attempts a shoot
but stops before running into Hunt's kick.
Hunt misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Hunt launches a few weak punches
Fedor blocks them effectively.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Hunt is able to break the lock.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Mark Hunt tries to take advantage...
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor is in closed guard... Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
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.
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Fedor is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to escape from the closed guard
Fedor succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Fedor drills Mark Hunt's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Hunt's Nose is beginning to swell
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass to half guard...
Mark Hunt's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko is cooling the fight on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Mark Hunt's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt tries to turn in and scramble out. Fedor Emelianenko timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Mark Hunt slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 5
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Every time Fedor Emelianenko attempts to get inside
Hunt misses with a low kick.
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
A punch from Fedor Emelianenko
gets blocked by Hunt.
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Hunt
Mark Hunt 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
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Mark Hunt. 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.
Fedor launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Hunt's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Hunt's body! He's holding his side
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Low kick by Fedor Emelianenko to maintain his distance.
That hits Mark Hunt's ankle
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Hunt goes down.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Fedor is locking that leglock...
Hunt hyper-extended his left leg
That leglock from Fedor Emelianenko appears to be unbreakable
That leglock from Fedor Emelianenko appears to be unbreakable
That leglock looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in Hunt's eyes...
Hunt is able to break the lock.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Hunt tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Hunt's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Hunt
Fedor moves on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko moves to side mount
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Hunt tries to stand up!
Fedor doesn't allow him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Fedor Emelianenko goes for an americana!
That Americana looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in Hunt's eyes...
Hunt struggles to free himself
That Americana from Fedor Emelianenko appears to be unbreakable
Hunt struggles to free himself
That Americana looks tight...
Hunt's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
He locks it in! Mark Hunt is forced to tap!
Winner is Fedor Emelianenko by Submission (Americana) at 3:45 Round 5
Statistics: Mark Hunt
Punches 10/28 (36%)
Kicks 4/11 (36%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/21 (10%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 951 s
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 0/8 (0%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 15/19 (79%)
GnP strikes 20/33 (61%)
Submissions 10/10 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 970 s
Close fight early, Fedor fight late. Fedor fight won.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!