Post by The Sandmen on Jan 16, 2019 17:23:24 GMT -5
Chuck Liddell raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Ferocious staredown by Big Nog while Mario Yamasaki recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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Iceman and Big Nog move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Iceman decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Iceman moves back and takes a deep breath.
Chuck Liddell shoots for a double leg takedown!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Iceman misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Iceman tries to use some of his tricky moves but Iceman's is smart enough to counter him.
Surprise roundhouse punch by Iceman.
It looks like Big Nog was hit by a bus!
There is a small laceration on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's Chin
Chuck Liddell seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Iceman is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Big Nog's jaw!
Iceman moves forward looking for some action
Chuck Liddell shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Iceman doesn't let Big Nog get in on his legs.
Big Nog misses a step and Chuck Liddell sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chuck Liddell is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Iceman catches an ankle and Big Nog is tripped to the mat!
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog swtiches to rubber guard! He holds Chuck Liddell's head against his shin, wrapping his other leg over Chuck Liddell's head!
Big Nog is locking that Gogoplata...
Iceman struggles and breaks that gogoplata attempt!
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Iceman struggles on the ground and tries to break Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Big Nog doesn't want to free his opponent and Iceman continues in closed guard
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Iceman struggles on the ground and tries to break Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Chuck Liddell is in Big Nog open guard now
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Chuck Liddell is in open guard over Big Nog
Iceman moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Chuck Liddell is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Iceman struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Iceman is trying to counter now!
Iceman throws a few hammer fists to the face of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Solid shots!
Chuck Liddell is in half guard over Big Nog
Iceman 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!
Chuck Liddell is in half guard over Big Nog
Chuck Liddell pushes Big Nog's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Iceman who is in full mount! Big Nog is in trouble now!
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Iceman's moves.
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Iceman tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Chuck Liddell controls the situation despite Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Iceman has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Chuck Liddell rolls Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to his stomach and takes his back!
Iceman is in rear mount over Big Nog
Big Nog has given his back to Chuck Liddell who is trying to get one hook in!
Chuck Liddell has one hook in!
Iceman is in rear mount over Big Nog with one hook in
Chuck Liddell isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Big Nog locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Chuck Liddell unil he can pull his arm free! Iceman lost his dominant position.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Iceman
Chuck Liddell 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 is looking to pass Chuck Liddell's guard...
Chuck Liddell has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Iceman
Big Nog is in closed guard... Iceman tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Chuck Liddell doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Big Nog's moves.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Iceman decides to launch some tentative punches
Big Nog launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Iceman with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Brilliant combination from Chuck Liddell
that forces Big Nog to try and defend better.
Big Nog's Mouth is beginning to swell
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Iceman fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Big Nog sprawls and remains on his feet.
Iceman misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a punch and launches himself over Iceman!
Nice move by Big Nog who clinches and pushes Iceman against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard!
Big Nog brings Chuck Liddell to the ground and quickly closes guard.
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Chuck Liddell is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Chuck Liddell can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Iceman delivers a few accurate elbows!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks them all showing some great skills here.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Iceman is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Chuck Liddell uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Iceman.
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Round 2
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Big Nog is holding Chuck Liddell's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Chuck Liddell shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Iceman is trying to counter now!
Brutal combination from Chuck Liddell!
Big Nog is in a bad way, his legs look wobbily!
Iceman launches a furious hook!
That hits Big Nog's chin like a wrecking ball! Big Nog loses balance and goes to the mat.
Big Nog's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's Chin
Iceman is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Big Nog tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Big Nog shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Big Nog looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Chuck Liddell's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira circles around Iceman
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Iceman sprawls and remains on his feet.
A solid combination from Chuck Liddell
connects with Big Nog.
Big Nog's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Iceman jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Chuck Liddell pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog's cornermen are worried about his safety if he continues clinching with Chuck Liddell.
Iceman launches a few hard punches to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs shows the damage! Chuck Liddell is working his opponent ribs!
Crushing shot to Big Nog's body! He's holding his side
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman launches a few hard punches to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs shows the damage! Chuck Liddell is working his opponent ribs!
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman struggles and launches a few punches to Big Nog's head
Those punches are hitting! Big Nog covers his head!
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Iceman is launching some bone breaking punches to Big Nog's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's eyes.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough! The fight is over! Big Nog was not intelligently defending himself!
Hard blow to Big Nog's mid-section, he seems hurt
Winner is Chuck Liddell by TKO (Punches) at 2:04 Round 2
Statistics: Chuck Liddell
Punches 17/20 (85%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 11/14 (79%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 7/16 (44%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 184 s
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 5/7 (71%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/3 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 192 s
Complete destruction. Complete.
Ferocious staredown by Big Nog while Mario Yamasaki recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Iceman and Big Nog move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Iceman decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Iceman moves back and takes a deep breath.
Chuck Liddell shoots for a double leg takedown!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Iceman misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Big Nog is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Iceman tries to use some of his tricky moves but Iceman's is smart enough to counter him.
Surprise roundhouse punch by Iceman.
It looks like Big Nog was hit by a bus!
There is a small laceration on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's Chin
Chuck Liddell seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Iceman is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Big Nog's jaw!
Iceman moves forward looking for some action
Chuck Liddell shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Iceman doesn't let Big Nog get in on his legs.
Big Nog misses a step and Chuck Liddell sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chuck Liddell is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Iceman catches an ankle and Big Nog is tripped to the mat!
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog swtiches to rubber guard! He holds Chuck Liddell's head against his shin, wrapping his other leg over Chuck Liddell's head!
Big Nog is locking that Gogoplata...
Iceman struggles and breaks that gogoplata attempt!
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Iceman struggles on the ground and tries to break Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Big Nog doesn't want to free his opponent and Iceman continues in closed guard
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Iceman struggles on the ground and tries to break Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Chuck Liddell is in Big Nog open guard now
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Chuck Liddell is in open guard over Big Nog
Iceman moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Chuck Liddell is in half guard over Big Nog
Big Nog switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Iceman struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Iceman is trying to counter now!
Iceman throws a few hammer fists to the face of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Solid shots!
Chuck Liddell is in half guard over Big Nog
Iceman 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!
Chuck Liddell is in half guard over Big Nog
Chuck Liddell pushes Big Nog's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Iceman who is in full mount! Big Nog is in trouble now!
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Iceman's moves.
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Iceman tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Chuck Liddell controls the situation despite Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Iceman has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Chuck Liddell rolls Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to his stomach and takes his back!
Iceman is in rear mount over Big Nog
Big Nog has given his back to Chuck Liddell who is trying to get one hook in!
Chuck Liddell has one hook in!
Iceman is in rear mount over Big Nog with one hook in
Chuck Liddell isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Big Nog locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Chuck Liddell unil he can pull his arm free! Iceman lost his dominant position.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Iceman
Chuck Liddell 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 is looking to pass Chuck Liddell's guard...
Chuck Liddell has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Iceman
Big Nog is in closed guard... Iceman tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Chuck Liddell is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Big Nog tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Chuck Liddell doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Big Nog's moves.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Iceman decides to launch some tentative punches
Big Nog launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Iceman with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Brilliant combination from Chuck Liddell
that forces Big Nog to try and defend better.
Big Nog's Mouth is beginning to swell
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Iceman fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Big Nog sprawls and remains on his feet.
Iceman misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a punch and launches himself over Iceman!
Nice move by Big Nog who clinches and pushes Iceman against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog is working in the clinch and suddenly tries to pull guard!
Big Nog brings Chuck Liddell to the ground and quickly closes guard.
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
Chuck Liddell is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Chuck Liddell is in closed guard over Big Nog
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Chuck Liddell can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Iceman delivers a few accurate elbows!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks them all showing some great skills here.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Iceman is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Chuck Liddell uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Iceman.
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Round 2
=========================================
Big Nog is holding Chuck Liddell's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Chuck Liddell shows great balance while pushing away Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Iceman is trying to counter now!
Brutal combination from Chuck Liddell!
Big Nog is in a bad way, his legs look wobbily!
Iceman launches a furious hook!
That hits Big Nog's chin like a wrecking ball! Big Nog loses balance and goes to the mat.
Big Nog's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's Chin
Iceman is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Big Nog tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Big Nog shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Big Nog looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Chuck Liddell's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira circles around Iceman
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Iceman sprawls and remains on his feet.
A solid combination from Chuck Liddell
connects with Big Nog.
Big Nog's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Iceman jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Chuck Liddell pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog's cornermen are worried about his safety if he continues clinching with Chuck Liddell.
Iceman launches a few hard punches to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs shows the damage! Chuck Liddell is working his opponent ribs!
Crushing shot to Big Nog's body! He's holding his side
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman launches a few hard punches to Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's ribs shows the damage! Chuck Liddell is working his opponent ribs!
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman struggles and launches a few punches to Big Nog's head
Those punches are hitting! Big Nog covers his head!
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Iceman is launching some bone breaking punches to Big Nog's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's eyes.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough! The fight is over! Big Nog was not intelligently defending himself!
Hard blow to Big Nog's mid-section, he seems hurt
Winner is Chuck Liddell by TKO (Punches) at 2:04 Round 2
Statistics: Chuck Liddell
Punches 17/20 (85%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 11/14 (79%)
Takedowns 0/2 (0%)
GnP strikes 7/16 (44%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 184 s
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 5/7 (71%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/3 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 192 s
Complete destruction. Complete.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!