Post by The Sandmen on Sept 7, 2012 9:56:54 GMT -5
Lavar Johnson doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
Alexander Gustafsson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Johnson begins to launch a barrage of punches over Gustafsson
this is getting worse and worse for Gustafsson
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson launches a body shot
Johnson dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
Gustafsson shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Gustafsson grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Johnson struggles... Alexander Gustafsson is unable to take him down
Poorly executed technique. Lavar Johnson looks to counter!
Johnson feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Johnson decides to launch some tentative punches
Gustafsson launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Johnson with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
As the fight continues it seems that Alexander Gustafsson is taking the best of the fight.
Alexander Gustafsson and Johnson engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Incredible haymaker from Lavar Johnson!
You can see Alexander Gustafsson's head being snapped backwards!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left eye
Johnson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Johnson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
As the fight continues it seems that Alexander Gustafsson is taking the best of the fight.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
Johnson's Left eye is beginning to swell
Johnson steps backwards away from Alexander Gustafsson. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Gustafsson launches a kick
but Lavar Johnson avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left cheek
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Gustafsson who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Lavar Johnson pushes away Gustafsson trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gustafsson doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Lavar Johnson
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson is launching some bone breaking punches to Johnson's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Lavar Johnson's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson grab one of Lavar Johnson's arm and tries a Hip Throw
with a twist of his hip Alexander Gustafsson throw Johnson to the mat like a ragdoll
Gustafsson is standing while Johnson is on the ground on his back
Gustafsson cartwheels towards Johnson!
He lands in side mount over a surprised Lavar Johnson.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Lavar Johnson
Johnson is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Gustafsson's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Mario Yamasaki saw it!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to give Gustafsson time to recover. Alexander Gustafsson 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.
Gustafsson begins to launch a barrage of punches over Johnson
this is getting worse and worse for Johnson
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lavar Johnson's punches
Gustafsson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Johnson.
Gustafsson is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Alexander Gustafsson's mind is definitely in the fight, Johnson just got nailed! Alexander Gustafsson saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Johnson is going to have a headache after this one.
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Chin
Alexander Gustafsson goes with a looping right hand while Lavar Johnson jumps back and jabs
Johnson seems staggered and Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Brilliant combination from Alexander Gustafsson
that forces Johnson to try and defend better.
Johnson has a small cut in his Mouth
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Nice punches from Alexander Gustafsson.
Johnson staggers backwards. Gustafsson wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Lavar Johnson attempts to cut off Gustafsson with punches
Gustafsson avoids getting cornered.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Johnson's chin
Johnson's Chin is beginning to swell
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Lavar Johnson chases Gustafsson and launches a few perfect strikes
Gustafsson ducks backwards and avoids them.
Johnson launches a furious hook!
Gustafsson ducks under and pushes Lavar Johnson creating some space.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
makes Johnson stumble back!
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Right cheek
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Johnson staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
Johnson's Right cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Right cheek
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Johnson doesn't stop bleeding.
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
You can see Johnson's blood making stains in the mat.
Gustafsson throws a lazy kick
Johnson blocks and keeps his distance.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Lavar Johnson is a bloody mess!
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Left eye
Gustafsson throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Hard blow to Johnson's mid-section, he seems hurt
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Johnson staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping right hand...
That lands on Johnson's chin! That stops Johnson in his tracks!
Alexander Gustafsson turns out the lights for Johnson! Tiiiiiiiim-ber! What a knock out!
Lavar Johnson can't continue fighting. Mario Yamasaki doesn't allow him to continue fighting with his swollen left eye!
Johnson has a small cut in his Left eye
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (Punch) at 1:14 Round 2
Statistics: Lavar Johnson
Punches 16/39 (41%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 18 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 37/51 (73%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 10 s
These guys did damage. What an exciting fight. Lavar is a tough bastard, which means he has LOTS of potential here - he absorbed about 1.5-2 times as much damage as the typical fighter does before getting KOed, and he delivered a good chunk too before the end.
Alexander Gustafsson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
The bell announces the first round!
Johnson begins to launch a barrage of punches over Gustafsson
this is getting worse and worse for Gustafsson
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson launches a body shot
Johnson dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
Gustafsson shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Gustafsson grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Johnson struggles... Alexander Gustafsson is unable to take him down
Poorly executed technique. Lavar Johnson looks to counter!
Johnson feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Johnson decides to launch some tentative punches
Gustafsson launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Johnson with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
As the fight continues it seems that Alexander Gustafsson is taking the best of the fight.
Alexander Gustafsson and Johnson engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Gustafsson is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Incredible haymaker from Lavar Johnson!
You can see Alexander Gustafsson's head being snapped backwards!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left eye
Johnson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Johnson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
As the fight continues it seems that Alexander Gustafsson is taking the best of the fight.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
Johnson's Left eye is beginning to swell
Johnson steps backwards away from Alexander Gustafsson. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Gustafsson launches a kick
but Lavar Johnson avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left cheek
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Gustafsson who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Lavar Johnson pushes away Gustafsson trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gustafsson doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Lavar Johnson
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson is launching some bone breaking punches to Johnson's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Lavar Johnson's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Gustafsson grab one of Lavar Johnson's arm and tries a Hip Throw
with a twist of his hip Alexander Gustafsson throw Johnson to the mat like a ragdoll
Gustafsson is standing while Johnson is on the ground on his back
Gustafsson cartwheels towards Johnson!
He lands in side mount over a surprised Lavar Johnson.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Lavar Johnson
Johnson is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Gustafsson's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Mario Yamasaki saw it!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to give Gustafsson time to recover. Alexander Gustafsson 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.
Gustafsson begins to launch a barrage of punches over Johnson
this is getting worse and worse for Johnson
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lavar Johnson's punches
Gustafsson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Johnson.
Gustafsson is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Alexander Gustafsson's mind is definitely in the fight, Johnson just got nailed! Alexander Gustafsson saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Johnson is going to have a headache after this one.
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Chin
Alexander Gustafsson goes with a looping right hand while Lavar Johnson jumps back and jabs
Johnson seems staggered and Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Brilliant combination from Alexander Gustafsson
that forces Johnson to try and defend better.
Johnson has a small cut in his Mouth
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Nice punches from Alexander Gustafsson.
Johnson staggers backwards. Gustafsson wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Lavar Johnson attempts to cut off Gustafsson with punches
Gustafsson avoids getting cornered.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Johnson's chin
Johnson's Chin is beginning to swell
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Lavar Johnson chases Gustafsson and launches a few perfect strikes
Gustafsson ducks backwards and avoids them.
Johnson launches a furious hook!
Gustafsson ducks under and pushes Lavar Johnson creating some space.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
makes Johnson stumble back!
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Right cheek
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Johnson staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
Johnson's Right cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Right cheek
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Johnson doesn't stop bleeding.
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
You can see Johnson's blood making stains in the mat.
Gustafsson throws a lazy kick
Johnson blocks and keeps his distance.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Lavar Johnson is a bloody mess!
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
There is a small laceration on Lavar Johnson's Left eye
Gustafsson throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Hard blow to Johnson's mid-section, he seems hurt
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Johnson staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping right hand...
That lands on Johnson's chin! That stops Johnson in his tracks!
Alexander Gustafsson turns out the lights for Johnson! Tiiiiiiiim-ber! What a knock out!
Lavar Johnson can't continue fighting. Mario Yamasaki doesn't allow him to continue fighting with his swollen left eye!
Johnson has a small cut in his Left eye
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (Punch) at 1:14 Round 2
Statistics: Lavar Johnson
Punches 16/39 (41%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 18 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 37/51 (73%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 10 s
These guys did damage. What an exciting fight. Lavar is a tough bastard, which means he has LOTS of potential here - he absorbed about 1.5-2 times as much damage as the typical fighter does before getting KOed, and he delivered a good chunk too before the end.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!