Post by The Sandmen on Jan 14, 2019 0:35:43 GMT -5
Rashad Evans doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
Ferocious staredown by Big Nog while John McCarthy recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Rashad Evans is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Evans and Big Nog move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Rashad Evans was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Rashad Evans's left arm looking for an armbar...
Rashad Evans manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira lost his dominant position.
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Evans
He is not able to do it
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Evans
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Evans
He is not able to do it
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Evans pulls his arm out of danger.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Rashad Evans tries to take advantage...
Rashad Evans wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Rashad Evans can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira paws at Evans.
Evans swings ineffectively.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog moves forward looking for some action
Rashad Evans struggles a bit before breaking Big Nog's attemp of grappling
Rashad Evans attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Evans ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Big Nog's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Rashad Evans's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans 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.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog tries to jump to side mount.
Rashad Evans jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Rashad Evans is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Evans is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Rashad Evans uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Evans is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Rashad Evans!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sits high on Rashad Evans's chest and pulls his leg underneath Evans's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Evans tries to roll out. He's too quick for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Big Nog and it cost him top position.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Rashad Evans 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.
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Deep breaths from Rashad Evans who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Rashad Evans takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evans misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Rashad Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Poorly executed technique. Rashad Evans looks to counter!
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans 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 Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
John McCarthy 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Evans is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see that!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy 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.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 2
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Rashad Evans tries a hook to the body
but Big Nog manages to dodge it
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira leans forwards and tries to grapple with Evans
Big Nog shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Evans grapple with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira managed to maintain his balances and avoid the takedown
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog's cornermen are worried about his safety if he continues clinching with Rashad Evans.
Rashad Evans tries to control Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the clinch and use his dirty boxing
Evans pushes the back of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head with one hand and punches his head a few times with the other, that surely hurts him
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes away Evans trying to keep the fight at striking range
Evans doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is clinching with Rashad Evans's back against the fence, Big Nog tries a big elbow
Rashad Evans blocks that one and force Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to come out with something better
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rashad Evans is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
Evans misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Evans waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! He is reversed and nor Rashad Evans is on half guard!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Rashad Evans is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Evans launches a barrage of elbows over Big Nog's face!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks the elbows and tries to cool down the fight.
Evans clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Rashad Evans keeps good control and remains in half guard.
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Rashad Evans's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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 tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Evans 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...
Big Nog sits over his knees and pushes away Evans's leg!
Evans closes his legs around Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's leg. Big Nog is not able to move away now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Rashad Evans attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira passes momentarily but Rashad Evans sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rashad Evans is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans is moving on the ground...
Big Nog tries to counter Evans's moves on the ground.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) is cheering him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira hooks Evans's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Rashad Evans manages to kick Big Nog away and scrambles on top!
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Rashad Evans tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves forward looking for some grappling action
Big Nog has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Big Nog doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Rashad Evans embrace and tries to move away...
Rashad Evans pushes Big Nog forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Big Nog gets hold of a leg and trips Evans to the mat!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 is trying to counter now!
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Evans leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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!
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is maybe for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Some counter punches against Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
land while he's on his bicycle.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Evans is able to break the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Evans is able to break the lock.
Big Nog misses a step and Rashad Evans sees an opportunity to counter him!
Evans tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog moves on the ground
Big Nog cannot take advantage in the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to jump to side mount.
Rashad Evans jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Rashad Evans realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Evans cartwheels towards Big Nog!
Big Nog fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Evans struggles... Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is unable to take him down
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes Rashad Evans against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Rashad Evans struggles not allowing Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira improve his position.
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Rashad Evans launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy 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.
Evans looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's punches
Big Nog is on the receiving end of a great combo by Evans.
Solid shot from Rashad Evans to the body.
Big Nog blocks in time.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Evans is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Rashad Evans is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Evans launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Rashad Evans attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Rashad Evans attempts to move to full guard
Rashad Evans manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Evans leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans 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...
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Rashad Evans in his guard...
Rashad Evans rolls him over and takes his back!
Evans is in rear mount over Big Nog
Evans throws a few hammer fists to the face of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Solid shots!
Evans is in rear mount over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira 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
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rashad Evans is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Evans is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans 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 open guard over Evans
Big Nog is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy 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.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Evans sprawls and remains on his feet.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets ahold of Rashad Evans's arm, leaps into the air, and wraps his leg around his left shoulder in a flying omoplata attempt!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira cannot lock it up. Rashad Evans smiles to acknowledge the audacious submission attempt. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira remains on the ground with his opponent standing over him.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Rashad Evans away.
No damage done by those kicks.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Big Nog tries to hit Rashad Evans with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Evans steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches an up-kick intended for Rashad Evans's head...
Evans leans out of the way.
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Big Nog tries to hit Rashad Evans with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Evans dodges that
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Rashad Evans opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog didn't see that coming. Evans is in open guard over Big Nog now.
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Evans's Mouth is beginning to swell
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy takes away one point from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira for headbutt.
John McCarthy allows Evans time to recover... 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg...
Evans rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans throws a few hammer fists to the face of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Blocked by Big Nog.
Evans clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Rashad Evans in his guard.
Rashad Evans keeps control and remains in side mount.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans works on the ground with his fingers over Big Nog's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
John McCarthy didn't see that!
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Rashad Evans in his guard.
Rashad Evans keeps control and remains in side mount.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans throws a flurry of punches at Big Nog...
A lot of them are hitting Big Nog's face
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans throws down elbows...
Big Nog is not making himself an easy target.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans looks to mount Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira...
Rashad Evans slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans fires a barrage of punches at Big Nog's head!
This is bad! Evans is just pounding on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Big Nog is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Evans's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Big Nog shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Evans pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forward against his back and breaks the lock!
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Rashad Evans slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rashad Evans slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Rashad Evans's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
The clock says 4:45 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Rashad Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Evans is trying to counter now!
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Rashad Evans's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Evans leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Rashad Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Evans waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! He is reversed and nor Rashad Evans is on half guard!
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Evans's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy halts the fight to give Evans time to recover. Rashad Evans seems to be ready to fight again. 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.
Quick hook by Rashad Evans
Good shot! Big Nog has reasons to be worried.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans 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 open guard over Evans
Evans 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 open guard over Evans
Evans launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Big Nog's ribs.
Hard blow to Big Nog's mid-section, he seems hurt
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy takes away one point from Rashad Evans for headbutt.
John McCarthy halts the fight to give Big Nog time to recover. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira seems to be ready to fight again. 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Evans won't budge, forcing Big Nog to pull guard.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Evans is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Rashad Evans!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Rashad Evans tries to roll on the ground...
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Rashad Evans realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Big Nog misses a step and Rashad Evans sees an opportunity to counter him!
Rashad Evans decides to jump inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog didn't see that coming. Evans is in open guard over Big Nog now.
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Evans blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Big Nog's guard.
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Rashad Evans moves to better his position on the ground...
Rashad Evans viciously slams hammer blows to Big Nog's face!
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Evans positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Big Nog's being punished here!
Big Nog's Mouth is beginning to swell
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Rashad Evans tries to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Rashad Evans manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans tries to open Big Nog's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Rashad Evans. Big Nog is unable to cover himself now!
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Good looking punches from Rashad Evans on the ground
They could take their toll on Big Nog.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Big Nog's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Rashad Evans in his guard.
Rashad Evans keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Evans tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
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.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Rashad Evans's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Evans is able to break the lock.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Evans attempts a triangle from bottom! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slips out. Evans quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Rashad Evans jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Evans is trying to counter now!
Evans moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Big Nog with a double overhooks!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Rashad Evans was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Rashad Evans tries a nice one-two combination
He scores!
The clock says 4:55 in the 5 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Evans sprawls and remains on his feet.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Split decision
Statistics: Rashad Evans
Punches 8/16 (50%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 6/7 (86%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 49/111 (44%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 1915
Clinch Damage 72,5
Ground Damage 1383,33
Time on the ground 1000 s
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/4 (75%)
Takedowns 18/27 (67%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 16/16 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Damage caused 1400,33
Clinch Damage 5,04
Ground Damage 788,52
Time on the ground 1033 s
...wow. This was a close one.
Ferocious staredown by Big Nog while John McCarthy recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Rashad Evans is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Evans and Big Nog move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Rashad Evans was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Rashad Evans's left arm looking for an armbar...
Rashad Evans manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira lost his dominant position.
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Evans
He is not able to do it
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Evans
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Evans
He is not able to do it
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Evans pulls his arm out of danger.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Rashad Evans tries to take advantage...
Rashad Evans wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Rashad Evans can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira paws at Evans.
Evans swings ineffectively.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog moves forward looking for some action
Rashad Evans struggles a bit before breaking Big Nog's attemp of grappling
Rashad Evans attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Evans ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Big Nog's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Rashad Evans's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans 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.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog tries to jump to side mount.
Rashad Evans jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Rashad Evans is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Evans is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Rashad Evans uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Evans is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Rashad Evans!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sits high on Rashad Evans's chest and pulls his leg underneath Evans's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Evans tries to roll out. He's too quick for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Big Nog and it cost him top position.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Rashad Evans 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.
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Deep breaths from Rashad Evans who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Rashad Evans takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evans misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Rashad Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Poorly executed technique. Rashad Evans looks to counter!
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans 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 Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
John McCarthy 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Evans is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see that!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy 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.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 2
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Rashad Evans tries a hook to the body
but Big Nog manages to dodge it
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira leans forwards and tries to grapple with Evans
Big Nog shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Evans grapple with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira managed to maintain his balances and avoid the takedown
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog's cornermen are worried about his safety if he continues clinching with Rashad Evans.
Rashad Evans tries to control Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in the clinch and use his dirty boxing
Evans pushes the back of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head with one hand and punches his head a few times with the other, that surely hurts him
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes away Evans trying to keep the fight at striking range
Evans doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is clinching with Rashad Evans's back against the fence, Big Nog tries a big elbow
Rashad Evans blocks that one and force Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to come out with something better
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rashad Evans is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
Evans misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Evans waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! He is reversed and nor Rashad Evans is on half guard!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Rashad Evans is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Evans launches a barrage of elbows over Big Nog's face!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks the elbows and tries to cool down the fight.
Evans clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Rashad Evans keeps good control and remains in half guard.
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Rashad Evans's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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 tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Evans 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...
Big Nog sits over his knees and pushes away Evans's leg!
Evans closes his legs around Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's leg. Big Nog is not able to move away now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Rashad Evans attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira passes momentarily but Rashad Evans sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rashad Evans is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans is moving on the ground...
Big Nog tries to counter Evans's moves on the ground.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Rashad Evans's guard...
Rashad Evans has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) is cheering him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira hooks Evans's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Rashad Evans manages to kick Big Nog away and scrambles on top!
John McCarthy has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Rashad Evans tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves forward looking for some grappling action
Big Nog has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Big Nog doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Rashad Evans embrace and tries to move away...
Rashad Evans pushes Big Nog forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Big Nog gets hold of a leg and trips Evans to the mat!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 is trying to counter now!
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Evans leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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!
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is maybe for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Some counter punches against Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
land while he's on his bicycle.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Evans is able to break the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Evans is able to break the lock.
Big Nog misses a step and Rashad Evans sees an opportunity to counter him!
Evans tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog moves on the ground
Big Nog cannot take advantage in the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to jump to side mount.
Rashad Evans jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Rashad Evans realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Evans cartwheels towards Big Nog!
Big Nog fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Evans struggles... Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is unable to take him down
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes Rashad Evans against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Rashad Evans struggles not allowing Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira improve his position.
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Rashad Evans launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy 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.
Evans looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's punches
Big Nog is on the receiving end of a great combo by Evans.
Solid shot from Rashad Evans to the body.
Big Nog blocks in time.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Evans is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Rashad Evans is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Evans 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 closed guard over Evans
Evans launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Rashad Evans attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Rashad Evans attempts to move to full guard
Rashad Evans manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Evans leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans 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...
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Rashad Evans in his guard...
Rashad Evans rolls him over and takes his back!
Evans is in rear mount over Big Nog
Evans throws a few hammer fists to the face of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Solid shots!
Evans is in rear mount over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira 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
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rashad Evans is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Evans is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans 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 open guard over Evans
Big Nog is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy 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.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Evans sprawls and remains on his feet.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets ahold of Rashad Evans's arm, leaps into the air, and wraps his leg around his left shoulder in a flying omoplata attempt!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira cannot lock it up. Rashad Evans smiles to acknowledge the audacious submission attempt. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira remains on the ground with his opponent standing over him.
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira kicks his legs trying to keep Rashad Evans away.
No damage done by those kicks.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Big Nog tries to hit Rashad Evans with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Evans steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches an up-kick intended for Rashad Evans's head...
Evans leans out of the way.
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Evans is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Big Nog tries to hit Rashad Evans with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Evans dodges that
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Rashad Evans opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog didn't see that coming. Evans is in open guard over Big Nog now.
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Evans's Mouth is beginning to swell
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy takes away one point from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira for headbutt.
John McCarthy allows Evans time to recover... 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Big Nog is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Big Nog moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg...
Evans rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans throws a few hammer fists to the face of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Blocked by Big Nog.
Evans clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Rashad Evans in his guard.
Rashad Evans keeps control and remains in side mount.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans works on the ground with his fingers over Big Nog's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
John McCarthy didn't see that!
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Rashad Evans in his guard.
Rashad Evans keeps control and remains in side mount.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans throws a flurry of punches at Big Nog...
A lot of them are hitting Big Nog's face
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans throws down elbows...
Big Nog is not making himself an easy target.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans looks to mount Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira...
Rashad Evans slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans fires a barrage of punches at Big Nog's head!
This is bad! Evans is just pounding on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
Rashad Evans is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Big Nog is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Evans's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Evans
Big Nog shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Evans pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forward against his back and breaks the lock!
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Rashad Evans slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rashad Evans slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Rashad Evans's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Rashad Evans's guard...
Evans doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Rashad Evans 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.
The clock says 4:45 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Rashad Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Evans is trying to counter now!
Big Nog is in closed guard... Evans tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
John McCarthy stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Rashad Evans's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Evans leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Rashad Evans holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Evans
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Evans waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! He is reversed and nor Rashad Evans is on half guard!
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Evans's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy halts the fight to give Evans time to recover. Rashad Evans seems to be ready to fight again. 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.
Quick hook by Rashad Evans
Good shot! Big Nog has reasons to be worried.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans 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 open guard over Evans
Evans 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 open guard over Evans
Evans launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Big Nog's ribs.
Hard blow to Big Nog's mid-section, he seems hurt
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Evans is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy saw it!
John McCarthy takes away one point from Rashad Evans for headbutt.
John McCarthy halts the fight to give Big Nog time to recover. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira seems to be ready to fight again. 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Evans won't budge, forcing Big Nog to pull guard.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Evans is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Rashad Evans!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Rashad Evans tries to roll on the ground...
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Rashad Evans realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Big Nog misses a step and Rashad Evans sees an opportunity to counter him!
Rashad Evans decides to jump inside Big Nog's guard.
Big Nog didn't see that coming. Evans is in open guard over Big Nog now.
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Evans blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Big Nog's guard.
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Rashad Evans moves to better his position on the ground...
Rashad Evans viciously slams hammer blows to Big Nog's face!
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Evans positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Big Nog's being punished here!
Big Nog's Mouth is beginning to swell
Rashad Evans is in half guard over Big Nog
Rashad Evans tries to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Rashad Evans manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Rashad Evans tries to open Big Nog's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Rashad Evans. Big Nog is unable to cover himself now!
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Good looking punches from Rashad Evans on the ground
They could take their toll on Big Nog.
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Evans positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Big Nog's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Rashad Evans in his guard.
Rashad Evans keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Evans tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
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.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Rashad Evans's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Evans
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Evans is able to break the lock.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Evans attempts a triangle from bottom! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slips out. Evans quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Rashad Evans jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Evans is trying to counter now!
Evans moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Big Nog with a double overhooks!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Rashad Evans was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Rashad Evans tries a nice one-two combination
He scores!
The clock says 4:55 in the 5 round
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Evans sprawls and remains on his feet.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Split decision
Statistics: Rashad Evans
Punches 8/16 (50%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 6/7 (86%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 49/111 (44%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 1915
Clinch Damage 72,5
Ground Damage 1383,33
Time on the ground 1000 s
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/4 (75%)
Takedowns 18/27 (67%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 16/16 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Damage caused 1400,33
Clinch Damage 5,04
Ground Damage 788,52
Time on the ground 1033 s
...wow. This was a close one.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!