Post by The Sandmen on Sept 7, 2012 10:15:36 GMT -5
Ferocious staredown by Sonnen while Josh Rosenthal recites the rules.
Martin Kampmann is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Martin Kampmann is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
Chael Sonnen comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Chael Sonnen and Martin Kampmann touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Kampmann looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Chael Sonnen's punches
Kampmann is on the receiving end of a great combo by Sonnen.
Chael Sonnen moves forward looking for some grappling action
Sonnen has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kampmann pushes Chael Sonnen against the fence and launches a few sick punches
A couple of unanswered uppercuts collide with Sonnen's chin! His legs are wobbling!
There is a small laceration on Chael Sonnen's Chin
The fighters are clinching.
Martin Kampmann fakes a punch to Chael Sonnen ribs and the tries to trip him
Chael Sonnen loses balance and goes to the ground
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Kampmann's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kampmann tries to cover his face,
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Kampmann's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kampmann tries to cover his face,
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Kampmann is in closed guard... Sonnen tries to roll on the ground!
Martin Kampmann uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sonnen clumsily fails here and it's time for Martin Kampmann to fight back!
Kampmann leans back...
He clobbers Chael Sonnen's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Sonnen measures the resilience of Kampmann's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kampmann's side.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Martin Kampmann 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 Sonnen's moves.
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Martin Kampmann is looking to pass Chael Sonnen's guard...
Chael Sonnen has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Kampmann is in closed guard... Sonnen tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Martin Kampmann!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Kampmann tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Chael Sonnen positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Kampmann covers himself well
Sonnen misses a step and Martin Kampmann sees an opportunity to counter him!
Martin Kampmann overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Sonnen pulls his arm out of danger.
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Martin Kampmann launches a few punches to Sonnen's cheek from the guard.
Chael Sonnen uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Sonnen is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Martin Kampmann attempts to move to full guard
Martin Kampmann manages to switch to full guard.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Kampmann measures the resilience of Sonnen's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Sonnen blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Kampmann misses a step and Chael Sonnen sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chael Sonnen hovers above Kampmann
Martin Kampmann stops him from throwing strikes.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
Chael Sonnen takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Inside leg kick from Sonnen
that lands on Martin Kampmann's leg.
Kampmann hyper-extended his leg
Kampmann seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Quick hook by Martin Kampmann
glances off Sonnen's arms.
Sonnen tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chael Sonnen tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Kampmann is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Martin Kampmann launches a few punches to Sonnen's cheek from the guard.
Chael Sonnen uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Chael Sonnen tries to pass to half guard...
Martin Kampmann's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Chael Sonnen wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Sonnen drills Martin Kampmann's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Sonnen is in closed guard... Kampmann tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sonnen tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chael Sonnen aggressively and repeatedly punches Kampmann.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Sonnen tries to escape from closed guard...
Sonnen struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Sonnen launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Martin Kampmann is not able to stop Kampmann ground skills and Chael Sonnen moves to side mount!
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Martin Kampmann
Not a desiderable position that Sonnen is in now. Martin Kampmann is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Martin Kampmann attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Chael Sonnen keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Martin Kampmann
Martin Kampmann attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Martin Kampmann manages to switch to full guard.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Sonnen jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Chael Sonnen pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chael Sonnen postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting Kampmann hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
Kampmann ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Sonnen charge towards Martin Kampmann with a flying knee
Martin Kampmann got hit in the chest and the impact sent him to the mat
Sonnen is standing while Kampmann is on the ground on his back
Chael Sonnen decides to jump inside Kampmann's guard.
Kampmann didn't see that coming. Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann now.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Kampmann tries to close his guard around Sonnen
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Sonnen is in closed guard... Kampmann tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Martin Kampmann is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Kampmann shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Sonnen tries to move on the ground and shows Martin Kampmann a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Sonnen uses his forearms to block the impact!
Martin Kampmann gets sloppy and Chael Sonnen tries to take advantage...
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Martin Kampmann in his guard...
Chael Sonnen moves to half guard.
Martin Kampmann is in half guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Kampmann's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kampmann tries to cover his face,
Kampmann has a small cut in his Left cheek
Martin Kampmann is in half guard over Sonnen
Sonnen works on the ground with his fingers over Kampmann's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Martin Kampmann is in half guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen attempts to move to full guard
Chael Sonnen manages to switch to full guard.
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Kampmann is in closed guard... Sonnen tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Martin Kampmann!
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Sonnen drills Martin Kampmann's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Kampmann's Nose is beginning to swell
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Martin Kampmann shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Martin Kampmann breaks that americana attempt!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Chael Sonnen fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Kampmann's face!
Kampmann's Right eye is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Martin Kampmann's Right eye
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Kampmann's face with those brutal elbows! Kampmann needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Josh Rosenthal is asking Kampmann to defend himself! Josh Rosenthal jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Kampmann.
Kampmann's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Martin Kampmann's Chin
Winner is Chael Sonnen by TKO (GnP) at 2:33 Round 2
Statistics: Chael Sonnen
Punches 3/4 (75%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 6/8 (75%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 20/31 (65%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 327 s
Statistics: Martin Kampmann
Punches 0/2 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 1/10 (10%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 340 s
Yep...GnP gets the job done. Kampmann is a bit wimpy and might want to consider a toughness boost. He went out pretty quickly. Also, what is that, about 3 total strikes across 2 rounds of fighting? Boring, guys. Boring. Be more exciting.
Martin Kampmann is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Martin Kampmann is the better fighter in my opinion. It would be an upset if he loses today.
Chael Sonnen comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Chael Sonnen and Martin Kampmann touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Kampmann looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Chael Sonnen's punches
Kampmann is on the receiving end of a great combo by Sonnen.
Chael Sonnen moves forward looking for some grappling action
Sonnen has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Kampmann pushes Chael Sonnen against the fence and launches a few sick punches
A couple of unanswered uppercuts collide with Sonnen's chin! His legs are wobbling!
There is a small laceration on Chael Sonnen's Chin
The fighters are clinching.
Martin Kampmann fakes a punch to Chael Sonnen ribs and the tries to trip him
Chael Sonnen loses balance and goes to the ground
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Kampmann's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kampmann tries to cover his face,
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Kampmann's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kampmann tries to cover his face,
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Kampmann is in closed guard... Sonnen tries to roll on the ground!
Martin Kampmann uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sonnen clumsily fails here and it's time for Martin Kampmann to fight back!
Kampmann leans back...
He clobbers Chael Sonnen's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Sonnen measures the resilience of Kampmann's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Kampmann's side.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Martin Kampmann 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 Sonnen's moves.
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Martin Kampmann is looking to pass Chael Sonnen's guard...
Chael Sonnen has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Kampmann is in closed guard... Sonnen tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Martin Kampmann!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Kampmann tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Chael Sonnen positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Kampmann covers himself well
Sonnen misses a step and Martin Kampmann sees an opportunity to counter him!
Martin Kampmann overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Sonnen pulls his arm out of danger.
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Martin Kampmann launches a few punches to Sonnen's cheek from the guard.
Chael Sonnen uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Sonnen is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Martin Kampmann attempts to move to full guard
Martin Kampmann manages to switch to full guard.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Kampmann measures the resilience of Sonnen's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Sonnen blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Kampmann misses a step and Chael Sonnen sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chael Sonnen hovers above Kampmann
Martin Kampmann stops him from throwing strikes.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
Chael Sonnen takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Inside leg kick from Sonnen
that lands on Martin Kampmann's leg.
Kampmann hyper-extended his leg
Kampmann seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Quick hook by Martin Kampmann
glances off Sonnen's arms.
Sonnen tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chael Sonnen tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Kampmann is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Martin Kampmann launches a few punches to Sonnen's cheek from the guard.
Chael Sonnen uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Chael Sonnen tries to pass to half guard...
Martin Kampmann's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Chael Sonnen wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Sonnen drills Martin Kampmann's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Sonnen is in closed guard... Kampmann tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sonnen tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chael Sonnen aggressively and repeatedly punches Kampmann.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Sonnen tries to escape from closed guard...
Sonnen struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Kampmann
Sonnen launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Martin Kampmann is not able to stop Kampmann ground skills and Chael Sonnen moves to side mount!
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Martin Kampmann
Not a desiderable position that Sonnen is in now. Martin Kampmann is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Martin Kampmann attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Chael Sonnen keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Martin Kampmann
Martin Kampmann attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Martin Kampmann manages to switch to full guard.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Sonnen jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Chael Sonnen pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chael Sonnen postures up and launches another series of punches!
A lot of them are hitting Kampmann hard, who may be wondering how to scape from this!
Kampmann ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Sonnen charge towards Martin Kampmann with a flying knee
Martin Kampmann got hit in the chest and the impact sent him to the mat
Sonnen is standing while Kampmann is on the ground on his back
Chael Sonnen decides to jump inside Kampmann's guard.
Kampmann didn't see that coming. Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann now.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Kampmann
Kampmann tries to close his guard around Sonnen
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Kampmann
Sonnen is in closed guard... Kampmann tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Martin Kampmann is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Kampmann shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Sonnen tries to move on the ground and shows Martin Kampmann a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Sonnen uses his forearms to block the impact!
Martin Kampmann gets sloppy and Chael Sonnen tries to take advantage...
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Martin Kampmann in his guard...
Chael Sonnen moves to half guard.
Martin Kampmann is in half guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Kampmann's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Kampmann tries to cover his face,
Kampmann has a small cut in his Left cheek
Martin Kampmann is in half guard over Sonnen
Sonnen works on the ground with his fingers over Kampmann's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Martin Kampmann is in half guard over Sonnen
Chael Sonnen attempts to move to full guard
Chael Sonnen manages to switch to full guard.
Martin Kampmann is in closed guard over Sonnen
Kampmann is in closed guard... Sonnen tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Martin Kampmann!
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Sonnen drills Martin Kampmann's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Kampmann's Nose is beginning to swell
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Martin Kampmann shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Martin Kampmann breaks that americana attempt!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Chael Sonnen fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Kampmann's face!
Kampmann's Right eye is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Martin Kampmann's Right eye
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Martin Kampmann
Chael Sonnen throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Kampmann's face with those brutal elbows! Kampmann needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Josh Rosenthal is asking Kampmann to defend himself! Josh Rosenthal jumps in between the fighters and stops the punishment for Kampmann.
Kampmann's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Martin Kampmann's Chin
Winner is Chael Sonnen by TKO (GnP) at 2:33 Round 2
Statistics: Chael Sonnen
Punches 3/4 (75%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 6/8 (75%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 20/31 (65%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 327 s
Statistics: Martin Kampmann
Punches 0/2 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 1/10 (10%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 340 s
Yep...GnP gets the job done. Kampmann is a bit wimpy and might want to consider a toughness boost. He went out pretty quickly. Also, what is that, about 3 total strikes across 2 rounds of fighting? Boring, guys. Boring. Be more exciting.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!