Post by The Sandmen on Jul 17, 2019 19:29:48 GMT -5
Frank Shamrock glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Alexander Gustafsson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Frank Shamrock comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Frank Shamrock and Alexander Gustafsson touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Frank into his guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
As the fight continues it seems that Frank Shamrock is taking the best of the fight.
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Deep breaths from Alexander Gustafsson who tries a hammer punch to Frank's ribs.
Frank blocks those punches
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Frank Shamrock passes momentarily but Alexander Gustafsson regains full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank gets a good position on the ground. ..
Gustafsson holds Frank Shamrock arms and counters his opponent punches.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Frank is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Frank
Frank tries an armbar from the bottom!
Alexander Gustafsson breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson looks to pass to mount...
Frank creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Tremendous strikes from Gustafsson!
Frank blocks with confidence
Alexander Gustafsson throws a punch
that gets deflected.
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank Shamrock fires an unorthodox punch to Gustafsson's torso
that goes wide.
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
gets deflected.
Frank tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank moves forward looking for some action
Frank Shamrock shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Alexander Gustafsson
well done Gustafsson falls hard on the mat
Frank is standing while Gustafsson is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Back to the beginning! Alexander Gustafsson is standing now.
Frank moves forward looking for some action
Frank Shamrock shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Gustafsson tries to take Frank Shamrock to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Frank is with is back on the ground now.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Gustafsson moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank attempts a triangle from bottom! Alexander Gustafsson slips out. Frank quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Alexander Gustafsson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson decides to jump inside Frank's guard.
Frank didn't see that coming. Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank now.
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank Shamrock takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Frank is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson shows great balance while pushing away Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Frank sprawls and remains on his feet.
Gustafsson misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Gustafsson with a double overhooks!
Frank steps forward
Alexander Gustafsson catches him with an uppercut to the face!
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank Shamrock any adventage in the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock looks to posture up and open Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Gustafsson is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Frank's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Frank's being punished here!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Frank Shamrock efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Frank Shamrock shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Frank Shamrock breaks that americana attempt!
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Frank breaks the lock showing some skills...
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Alexander Gustafsson steps forward and fires a high kick!
Frank blocks decisively, as if to say, "No KO for me, thanks!"
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Frank is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Frank's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Frank's side.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson tries to turn in and scramble out. Frank Shamrock timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Alexander Gustafsson slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gustafsson blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Frank's guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Gustafsson spins out, but Frank Shamrock was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Gustafsson is too good and managed to back out of danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Some counter punches against Alexander Gustafsson
almost hit him as he moves away.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Gustafsson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
Bone shattering straight right hand from Frank Shamrock!
Gustafsson ducks under...
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Gustafsson is holding Frank Shamrock's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson launches a barrage of elbows over Frank's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Frank doesn't fight back!
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Gustafsson launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gustafsson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gustafsson is able to break the lock.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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 0:55 in the 3 round
Shovel hook by Alexander Gustafsson
goes nowhere.
Alexander Gustafsson moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Brilliant combination from Alexander Gustafsson
Frank is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Gustafsson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Gustafsson wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock's corner is turning out to be his worst enemy! Gustafsson is throwing a flurry of punches!
Frank ducks under and circles out of the corner.
Frank decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Gustafsson is holding Frank Shamrock's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock shows great balance while pushing away Alexander Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Frank into his guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Alexander Gustafsson holds Frank Shamrock and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gustafsson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson tries to better his position on the ground...
Gustafsson is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Frank
Gustafsson sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to better his position on the ground...
Gustafsson breaks the closed guard of Frank Shamrock and moves to half guard
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Frank's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson throws a flurry of punches at Frank...
Frank is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Gustafsson clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank tries to show some ground skills
Frank Shamrock put Gustafsson in half guard.
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Frank Shamrock is unable to take him down
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Frank looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Frank is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Frank into his guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson breaths deeply while on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to better his position on the ground...
Frank breaks the closed guard of Alexander Gustafsson and moves to half guard
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock looks to mount Alexander Gustafsson...
Alexander Gustafsson takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
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.
Alexander Gustafsson charges at Frank throwing flurries left and right.
Frank Shamrock gets out of the way.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 4
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Gustafsson has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
Frank blocks and pushes his opponent.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Frank Shamrock down and prevents his attempts to escape
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Frank's ribs.
Frank is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
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.
Frank Shamrock tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson goes down.
Hard blow to Gustafsson's mid-section, he seems hurt
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Frank
He is not able to do it
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Frank moves on the ground
Frank cannot take advantage in the ground
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:30 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to escape from closed guard...
Frank struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Frank's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Frank blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Frank breaths deeply while on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson sits up and gets an arm around Frank's neck!
Frank pushes Alexander Gustafsson back to the ground.
Gustafsson misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank Shamrock tries to free his leg...
Gustafsson rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
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.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Frank's chin
Frank is holding Alexander Gustafsson's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson shows great balance while pushing away Frank Shamrock
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Frank Shamrock is unable to take him down
Frank misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alexander Gustafsson throws an uppercut
Frank slips it.
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Frank Shamrock is unable to take him down
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Gustafsson.
It looks like Frank was hit by a bus!
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock launches a body shot
Gustafsson dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
Alexander Gustafsson chases Frank and launches a few perfect strikes
Frank ducks backwards and avoids them.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Gustafsson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Frank Shamrock fakes a punch and launches himself over Gustafsson!
Nice move by Frank who clinches and pushes Gustafsson against the cage
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock tries to control Alexander Gustafsson in the clinch and use his dirty boxing
Gustafsson pushes Frank away before he could try anything
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson is opening up on Frank and raining down combinations!
Frank's corner looks worried!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 5
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Gustafsson shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Gustafsson launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Good looking punches from Frank Shamrock on the ground
deflected by Gustafsson.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock is cooling the fight on the ground
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Frank Shamrock's punches
Frank is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Frank Shamrock passes momentarily but Alexander Gustafsson regains full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank Shamrock any adventage in the ground.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Frank Shamrock passes momentarily but Alexander Gustafsson regains full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Gustafsson's ribs.
Gustafsson blocks Frank Shamrock's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
The clock says 2:20 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank tries to escape from closed guard...
Gustafsson waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Frank Shamrock! He is reversed and nor Alexander Gustafsson is on half 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.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gustafsson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson is moving on the ground...
Frank tries to counter Gustafsson's moves on the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Frank's cheek from the guard.
Frank Shamrock uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Gustafsson misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank tries to move to full mount
Frank's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson launches a few weak punches
Frank blocks them effectively.
Gustafsson clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank Shamrock tries to pass to half guard...
Alexander Gustafsson's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock looks to posture up and open Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:20 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
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.
The clock says 3:30 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Frank works on the ground with his fingers over Gustafsson's face
Gustafsson shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
Frank misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Frank blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Gustafsson's guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Frank shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
Gustafsson pushes Frank Shamrock forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Frank
Alexander Gustafsson looks to posture up and open Frank Shamrock's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson forces Frank Shamrock to open his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank attempts a triangle from bottom! Alexander Gustafsson slips out. Frank quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Alexander Gustafsson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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 referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
The round is for Gustafsson, who walks calmly to his corner.
Winner is Frank Shamrock by Split decision
Statistics: Frank Shamrock
Punches 0/10 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/4 (0%)
Takedowns 13/23 (57%)
GnP strikes 0/12 (0%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Damage caused 769,38
Clinch Damage 5,63
Ground Damage 130
Time on the ground 884 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 22/47 (47%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/7 (14%)
Takedowns 3/5 (60%)
GnP strikes 10/29 (34%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 1317,54
Clinch Damage 31,33
Ground Damage 603,17
Time on the ground 894 s
I mean...I guess so? But Gustafsson was doing a lot more early. So I guess the late bursts made the judges think things other than, "Wow, Gustafsson has caused twice as much damage as Shamrock has".
Alexander Gustafsson raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Frank Shamrock comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Frank Shamrock and Alexander Gustafsson touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Frank into his guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
As the fight continues it seems that Frank Shamrock is taking the best of the fight.
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Deep breaths from Alexander Gustafsson who tries a hammer punch to Frank's ribs.
Frank blocks those punches
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Frank Shamrock passes momentarily but Alexander Gustafsson regains full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank gets a good position on the ground. ..
Gustafsson holds Frank Shamrock arms and counters his opponent punches.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Frank is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Frank
Frank tries an armbar from the bottom!
Alexander Gustafsson breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson looks to pass to mount...
Frank creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Tremendous strikes from Gustafsson!
Frank blocks with confidence
Alexander Gustafsson throws a punch
that gets deflected.
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank Shamrock fires an unorthodox punch to Gustafsson's torso
that goes wide.
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
gets deflected.
Frank tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank moves forward looking for some action
Frank Shamrock shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Alexander Gustafsson
well done Gustafsson falls hard on the mat
Frank is standing while Gustafsson is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Back to the beginning! Alexander Gustafsson is standing now.
Frank moves forward looking for some action
Frank Shamrock shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Gustafsson tries to take Frank Shamrock to the ground from the clinch...
Nicely done! Frank is with is back on the ground now.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Gustafsson moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank attempts a triangle from bottom! Alexander Gustafsson slips out. Frank quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Alexander Gustafsson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson decides to jump inside Frank's guard.
Frank didn't see that coming. Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank now.
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank Shamrock takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Frank is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson shows great balance while pushing away Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Frank sprawls and remains on his feet.
Gustafsson misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Gustafsson with a double overhooks!
Frank steps forward
Alexander Gustafsson catches him with an uppercut to the face!
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank Shamrock any adventage in the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock looks to posture up and open Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Gustafsson is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Frank's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Frank's being punished here!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Frank Shamrock efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Frank Shamrock shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Frank Shamrock breaks that americana attempt!
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Frank breaks the lock showing some skills...
The clock says 2:45 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Alexander Gustafsson steps forward and fires a high kick!
Frank blocks decisively, as if to say, "No KO for me, thanks!"
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Frank is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Frank's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Frank's side.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson tries to turn in and scramble out. Frank Shamrock timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Alexander Gustafsson slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gustafsson blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Frank's guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Gustafsson spins out, but Frank Shamrock was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Gustafsson is too good and managed to back out of danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Some counter punches against Alexander Gustafsson
almost hit him as he moves away.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Gustafsson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
Bone shattering straight right hand from Frank Shamrock!
Gustafsson ducks under...
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Gustafsson is holding Frank Shamrock's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson launches a barrage of elbows over Frank's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Frank doesn't fight back!
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Gustafsson launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gustafsson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gustafsson is able to break the lock.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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 0:55 in the 3 round
Shovel hook by Alexander Gustafsson
goes nowhere.
Alexander Gustafsson moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Brilliant combination from Alexander Gustafsson
Frank is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Gustafsson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Gustafsson wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock's corner is turning out to be his worst enemy! Gustafsson is throwing a flurry of punches!
Frank ducks under and circles out of the corner.
Frank decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Gustafsson is holding Frank Shamrock's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock shows great balance while pushing away Alexander Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Frank into his guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Alexander Gustafsson holds Frank Shamrock and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gustafsson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson tries to better his position on the ground...
Gustafsson is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Frank
Gustafsson sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to better his position on the ground...
Gustafsson breaks the closed guard of Frank Shamrock and moves to half guard
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Frank's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Alexander Gustafsson throws a flurry of punches at Frank...
Frank is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Gustafsson clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank tries to show some ground skills
Frank Shamrock put Gustafsson in half guard.
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Frank Shamrock is unable to take him down
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Frank looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Frank is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Frank Shamrock shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Frank into his guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson breaths deeply while on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
The clock says 4:30 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to better his position on the ground...
Frank breaks the closed guard of Alexander Gustafsson and moves to half guard
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock looks to mount Alexander Gustafsson...
Alexander Gustafsson takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
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.
Alexander Gustafsson charges at Frank throwing flurries left and right.
Frank Shamrock gets out of the way.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 4
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Gustafsson has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
Frank blocks and pushes his opponent.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Frank Shamrock down and prevents his attempts to escape
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Gustafsson is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Frank's ribs.
Frank is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
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.
Frank Shamrock tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson goes down.
Hard blow to Gustafsson's mid-section, he seems hurt
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Frank
He is not able to do it
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Frank moves on the ground
Frank cannot take advantage in the ground
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Frank
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:30 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to escape from closed guard...
Frank struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Frank's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Frank blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Frank breaths deeply while on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson sits up and gets an arm around Frank's neck!
Frank pushes Alexander Gustafsson back to the ground.
Gustafsson misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank Shamrock tries to free his leg...
Gustafsson rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
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.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Frank's chin
Frank is holding Alexander Gustafsson's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson shows great balance while pushing away Frank Shamrock
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Frank Shamrock is unable to take him down
Frank misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alexander Gustafsson throws an uppercut
Frank slips it.
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Frank grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gustafsson struggles... Frank Shamrock is unable to take him down
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Gustafsson.
It looks like Frank was hit by a bus!
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock launches a body shot
Gustafsson dodges and catches him with a hard cross.
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
Alexander Gustafsson chases Frank and launches a few perfect strikes
Frank ducks backwards and avoids them.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Gustafsson was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Frank Shamrock fakes a punch and launches himself over Gustafsson!
Nice move by Frank who clinches and pushes Gustafsson against the cage
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Frank Shamrock tries to control Alexander Gustafsson in the clinch and use his dirty boxing
Gustafsson pushes Frank away before he could try anything
Frank clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson is opening up on Frank and raining down combinations!
Frank's corner looks worried!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 5
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Gustafsson shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Gustafsson launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Good looking punches from Frank Shamrock on the ground
deflected by Gustafsson.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock is cooling the fight on the ground
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 Mata Elang International Stadium (Jakarta, Indonesia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Frank Shamrock's punches
Frank is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Frank Shamrock passes momentarily but Alexander Gustafsson regains full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to escape from the closed guard
Frank Shamrock any adventage in the ground.
Frank Shamrock gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Frank Shamrock passes momentarily but Alexander Gustafsson regains full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Gustafsson's ribs.
Gustafsson blocks Frank Shamrock's moves and tries to reverse the situation.
The clock says 2:20 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank tries to escape from closed guard...
Gustafsson waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Frank Shamrock! He is reversed and nor Alexander Gustafsson is on half 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.
Frank Shamrock tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gustafsson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson is moving on the ground...
Frank tries to counter Gustafsson's moves on the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Frank's cheek from the guard.
Frank Shamrock uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Gustafsson misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank tries to move to full mount
Frank's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Frank Shamrock is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson launches a few weak punches
Frank blocks them effectively.
Gustafsson clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank Shamrock tries to pass to half guard...
Alexander Gustafsson's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank Shamrock looks to posture up and open Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:20 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
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.
The clock says 3:30 in the 5 round
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Frank works on the ground with his fingers over Gustafsson's face
Gustafsson shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Gustafsson doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
Frank misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Frank tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gustafsson leans and gets Frank Shamrock's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Frank blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Gustafsson's guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over Gustafsson
Frank shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
Gustafsson pushes Frank Shamrock forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Frank
Alexander Gustafsson looks to posture up and open Frank Shamrock's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson forces Frank Shamrock to open his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Frank
Frank attempts a triangle from bottom! Alexander Gustafsson slips out. Frank quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Alexander Gustafsson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. 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 referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
The round is for Gustafsson, who walks calmly to his corner.
Winner is Frank Shamrock by Split decision
Statistics: Frank Shamrock
Punches 0/10 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/4 (0%)
Takedowns 13/23 (57%)
GnP strikes 0/12 (0%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Damage caused 769,38
Clinch Damage 5,63
Ground Damage 130
Time on the ground 884 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 22/47 (47%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/7 (14%)
Takedowns 3/5 (60%)
GnP strikes 10/29 (34%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 1317,54
Clinch Damage 31,33
Ground Damage 603,17
Time on the ground 894 s
I mean...I guess so? But Gustafsson was doing a lot more early. So I guess the late bursts made the judges think things other than, "Wow, Gustafsson has caused twice as much damage as Shamrock has".
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!