Post by The Sandmen on Nov 5, 2019 10:16:27 GMT -5
Neither fighter appears to be feeling well today.
Chuck Liddell raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Lyoto Machida is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
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.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Incredible haymaker from Chuck Liddell!
It misses by a mile.
Lyoto is trying to counter now!
Lyoto Machida tries a hook to the body
and hits Iceman ribs hard
High kick from Lyoto Machida!
He misses narrowly!
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Chuck Liddell jumps back and jabs
Lyoto seems staggered and Chuck Liddell runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Chuck Liddell moves forward looking for some grappling action
Iceman has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman tries to take Lyoto Machida down... Lyoto stumbles backwards and Chuck Liddell launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Lyoto's jaw!
Lyoto has a small cut in his Chin
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman struggles and launches a few punches to Lyoto's head
Those punches are hitting! Lyoto covers his head!
There is a small laceration on Lyoto Machida's Left cheek
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Lyoto Machida pushes away Iceman trying to keep the fight at striking range
Iceman stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida circles to get the center of the cage
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Chuck Liddell jumps back and jabs
Lyoto only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Lyoto showing excellent timing, blasts Chuck Liddell with a right hand.
Great hook by Lyoto Machida! Chuck Liddell is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
There is a small laceration on Chuck Liddell's Mouth
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Lyoto Machida creates space and allows Chuck Liddell to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Chuck Liddell is standing now.
Chuck Liddell launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Lyoto blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Lyoto Machida's cheek! Lyoto stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell decides to jump inside Lyoto's guard.
Lyoto fights back with his feet, forcing Iceman to try something else.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto tries to stand up!
Iceman doesn't allow him!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto hyper-extended his left leg
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
The clock says 3:00 in the 1 round
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Lyoto Machida launches an up-kick intended for Chuck Liddell's head...
It lands flush with Chuck Liddell's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell steps back and allows Lyoto to get back to his feet.
Back to the beginning! Lyoto Machida is standing now.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Iceman wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Lyoto launches a few hard punches to Chuck Liddell's ribs!
Chuck Liddell's ribs shows the damage! Lyoto Machida is working his opponent ribs!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Brutal punches to Lyoto's face while in the clinch!
Lyoto pushes Chuck Liddell with all his might as tries to keep the fight in striking range.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida chases Iceman and launches a few perfect strikes
Iceman ducks backwards and avoids them.
Chuck Liddell has found an opening in the defense of Lyoto, launching a big hook
Lyoto Machida steps backwards and avoids that hook!
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto Machida launches a rapid series of punches
taking Iceman from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida throws a combo
Chuck Liddell ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Lyoto swings again, only to get countered once more! Lyoto is looking bad here!
Iceman moves forward looking for some action
Chuck Liddell shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Iceman tries to take Lyoto Machida down... Lyoto stumbles backwards and Chuck Liddell launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Lyoto's jaw!
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman tries to take Lyoto Machida down... Lyoto stumbles backwards and Chuck Liddell launches a few punches...
Lyoto Machida dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
Iceman launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Lyoto's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Crisp uppercut by Lyoto followed by a hard jab
Chuck Liddell stumbles back.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Chuck Liddell.
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Round 2
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Lyoto Machida paws at Iceman.
Iceman swings ineffectively.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
A wicked punch by Lyoto Machida
rocks Iceman!
Iceman has a small cut in his Right cheek
Brutal combination from Chuck Liddell!
Lyoto moves aside and dodges.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
Iceman stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Lyoto Machida is coming in again!
Chuck Liddell launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Lyoto blocks and tries to circle around his opponent looking for angles.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Iceman follows Lyoto Machida
Lyoto fakes a move.
Lyoto launches a solid middle kick
that whizzes past Iceman.
Iceman is trying to counter now!
Chuck Liddell shoots for a double leg takedown!
Lyoto Machida sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Lyoto Machida tries a middle kick
Iceman blocks with his arm! Wow, that was loud!
Lyoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chuck Liddell didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Iceman
Iceman tries to move on the ground and shows Lyoto Machida a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Iceman's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Iceman
Iceman tries to move on the ground and shows Lyoto Machida a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Iceman's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Iceman
Lyoto is in open guard over Iceman... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Iceman rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Lyoto misses a step and Chuck Liddell sees an opportunity to counter him!
Iceman throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Lyoto Machida realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Lyoto Machida. 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.
Iceman goes to the body...
his punches graze Lyoto's arm.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida moves forward and launches a high kick!
Vicious high kick!
Iceman's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida launches a rapid series of punches
taking Iceman from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
Iceman's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Chuck Liddell's Mouth
You can see Iceman's blood making stains in the mat.
Chuck Liddell launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Lyoto blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Lyoto Machida's cheek! Lyoto stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Chuck Liddell gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida 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
Lyoto Machida is on his feet again.
Brutal-looking high kick from Lyoto Machida!
You could hear the impact from the back seats!
Iceman showing excellent timing, blasts Lyoto Machida with a right hand.
Great hook by Chuck Liddell! Lyoto Machida is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell decides to jump inside Lyoto's guard.
Lyoto fights back with his feet, forcing Iceman to try something else.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto Machida 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
Lyoto climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Chuck Liddell tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Lyoto Machida steps forward and fires a high kick!
Vicious high kick, I can't believe that landed!
Chuck Liddell seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Lyoto Machida!
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Chuck Liddell jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Iceman seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
That punishment by Lyoto Machida has left Iceman staggered! Lyoto Machida should try push forward now and finish this!
Lyoto Machida moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Lyoto Machida!
Iceman is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Lyoto launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Iceman's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Lyoto spins around and tries a spinning back kick!
Lyoto Machida hits hard Iceman ribs with that one! Iceman's just wrenches like a little branch.
Iceman ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell throws a looping right hand...
Lyoto moves aside and dodges.
Chuck Liddell gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida catches Chuck Liddell's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Lyoto.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Iceman
Lyoto is in closed guard... Iceman tries to roll on the ground!
Lyoto Machida uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Iceman
Chuck Liddell launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida tries to better his position on the ground...
Lyoto breaks the closed guard of Chuck Liddell and moves to half guard
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
The cutman is working on Iceman's face.
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Round 3
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Lyoto Machida wants this win. He unleashes a kick.
Brutal high kick to Iceman!
Iceman's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Chuck Liddell goes with a looping right hand while Lyoto Machida jumps back and jabs
Iceman seems staggered and Lyoto Machida runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Lyoto Machida's mind is definitely in the fight, Iceman just got nailed! Lyoto Machida saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Iceman is going to have a headache after this one.
Iceman's Chin is beginning to swell
Iceman seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Lyoto Machida seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell looks rattled! Lyoto Machida sees his opportunity to finish the fight and launches an aggressive flurry of punches!
Chuck Liddell is taking a brutal beating and falls to the mat! The ref could stop this fight at any moment.
Iceman's Forehead is beginning to swell
That punishment by Lyoto Machida has left Iceman staggered! Lyoto Machida should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Lyoto Machida positions himself and tries to finish this!
Lyoto Machida storms Chuck Liddell's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Mario Yamasaki is asking Chuck Liddell to defend himself!
Iceman's Forehead is beginning to swell
Chuck Liddell seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Lyoto Machida!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Iceman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Iceman doesn't stop bleeding.
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
You can see Iceman's blood making stains in the mat.
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
1:56 Round 3 and Lyoto is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Iceman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Lyoto Machida. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Chuck Liddell is on his feet again.
You can see Iceman's blood making stains in the mat.
Lyoto goes for a low kick..
Faster than a blinking eye, he follows up with a high kick!
Iceman is out! Iceman is out! Lyoto Machida has ended this fight in highlight reel fashion!
Iceman's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Chuck Liddell's Mouth
Winner is Lyoto Machida by KO (High kick) at 2:42 Round 3
Statistics: Chuck Liddell
Punches 19/46 (41%)
Kicks 1/6 (17%)
Clinch strikes 5/18 (28%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/3 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 163 s
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 35/55 (64%)
Kicks 13/15 (87%)
Clinch strikes 4/5 (80%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 4/5 (80%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 156 s
Chuck fought the last like...round and a half of this fight with 0% health. Literal zombie. Maybe that explains why both fighters are looking a little pale.
Chuck Liddell raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Lyoto Machida is beating himself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking himself in the face, body and legs to get ready for his scrap.
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.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Incredible haymaker from Chuck Liddell!
It misses by a mile.
Lyoto is trying to counter now!
Lyoto Machida tries a hook to the body
and hits Iceman ribs hard
High kick from Lyoto Machida!
He misses narrowly!
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Chuck Liddell jumps back and jabs
Lyoto seems staggered and Chuck Liddell runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Chuck Liddell moves forward looking for some grappling action
Iceman has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman tries to take Lyoto Machida down... Lyoto stumbles backwards and Chuck Liddell launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Lyoto's jaw!
Lyoto has a small cut in his Chin
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman struggles and launches a few punches to Lyoto's head
Those punches are hitting! Lyoto covers his head!
There is a small laceration on Lyoto Machida's Left cheek
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Lyoto Machida pushes away Iceman trying to keep the fight at striking range
Iceman stumbles backwards and Lyoto Machida circles to get the center of the cage
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Chuck Liddell jumps back and jabs
Lyoto only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Lyoto showing excellent timing, blasts Chuck Liddell with a right hand.
Great hook by Lyoto Machida! Chuck Liddell is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
There is a small laceration on Chuck Liddell's Mouth
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Lyoto Machida creates space and allows Chuck Liddell to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Chuck Liddell is standing now.
Chuck Liddell launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Lyoto blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Lyoto Machida's cheek! Lyoto stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell decides to jump inside Lyoto's guard.
Lyoto fights back with his feet, forcing Iceman to try something else.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto tries to stand up!
Iceman doesn't allow him!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto hyper-extended his left leg
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
The clock says 3:00 in the 1 round
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Lyoto Machida launches an up-kick intended for Chuck Liddell's head...
It lands flush with Chuck Liddell's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell steps back and allows Lyoto to get back to his feet.
Back to the beginning! Lyoto Machida is standing now.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Iceman wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Lyoto launches a few hard punches to Chuck Liddell's ribs!
Chuck Liddell's ribs shows the damage! Lyoto Machida is working his opponent ribs!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Brutal punches to Lyoto's face while in the clinch!
Lyoto pushes Chuck Liddell with all his might as tries to keep the fight in striking range.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida chases Iceman and launches a few perfect strikes
Iceman ducks backwards and avoids them.
Chuck Liddell has found an opening in the defense of Lyoto, launching a big hook
Lyoto Machida steps backwards and avoids that hook!
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto Machida launches a rapid series of punches
taking Iceman from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida throws a combo
Chuck Liddell ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Lyoto swings again, only to get countered once more! Lyoto is looking bad here!
Iceman moves forward looking for some action
Chuck Liddell shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Iceman tries to take Lyoto Machida down... Lyoto stumbles backwards and Chuck Liddell launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard Lyoto's jaw!
The fighters are clinching.
Iceman tries to take Lyoto Machida down... Lyoto stumbles backwards and Chuck Liddell launches a few punches...
Lyoto Machida dodges and moves away a couple of steps...
Iceman launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Lyoto's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Crisp uppercut by Lyoto followed by a hard jab
Chuck Liddell stumbles back.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Chuck Liddell.
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Round 2
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Lyoto Machida paws at Iceman.
Iceman swings ineffectively.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
A wicked punch by Lyoto Machida
rocks Iceman!
Iceman has a small cut in his Right cheek
Brutal combination from Chuck Liddell!
Lyoto moves aside and dodges.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
Iceman stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Lyoto Machida is coming in again!
Chuck Liddell launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Lyoto blocks and tries to circle around his opponent looking for angles.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Iceman follows Lyoto Machida
Lyoto fakes a move.
Lyoto launches a solid middle kick
that whizzes past Iceman.
Iceman is trying to counter now!
Chuck Liddell shoots for a double leg takedown!
Lyoto Machida sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Lyoto Machida tries a middle kick
Iceman blocks with his arm! Wow, that was loud!
Lyoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chuck Liddell didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Iceman
Iceman tries to move on the ground and shows Lyoto Machida a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Iceman's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Iceman
Iceman tries to move on the ground and shows Lyoto Machida a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Iceman's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Iceman
Lyoto is in open guard over Iceman... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Iceman rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Lyoto misses a step and Chuck Liddell sees an opportunity to counter him!
Iceman throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Lyoto Machida realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Lyoto Machida. 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.
Iceman goes to the body...
his punches graze Lyoto's arm.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida moves forward and launches a high kick!
Vicious high kick!
Iceman's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida launches a rapid series of punches
taking Iceman from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
Iceman's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Chuck Liddell's Mouth
You can see Iceman's blood making stains in the mat.
Chuck Liddell launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Lyoto blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Lyoto Machida's cheek! Lyoto stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Chuck Liddell gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida 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
Lyoto Machida is on his feet again.
Brutal-looking high kick from Lyoto Machida!
You could hear the impact from the back seats!
Iceman showing excellent timing, blasts Lyoto Machida with a right hand.
Great hook by Chuck Liddell! Lyoto Machida is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Iceman launches a kick to Lyoto's thigh
Lyoto checks that kick!
Iceman is standing while Lyoto is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell decides to jump inside Lyoto's guard.
Lyoto fights back with his feet, forcing Iceman to try something else.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto Machida 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
Lyoto climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Chuck Liddell tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Lyoto Machida steps forward and fires a high kick!
Vicious high kick, I can't believe that landed!
Chuck Liddell seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Lyoto Machida!
Lyoto Machida goes with a looping right hand while Chuck Liddell jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Iceman seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
That punishment by Lyoto Machida has left Iceman staggered! Lyoto Machida should try push forward now and finish this!
Lyoto Machida moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Lyoto Machida!
Iceman is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Lyoto launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Iceman's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Lyoto spins around and tries a spinning back kick!
Lyoto Machida hits hard Iceman ribs with that one! Iceman's just wrenches like a little branch.
Iceman ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell throws a looping right hand...
Lyoto moves aside and dodges.
Chuck Liddell gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida catches Chuck Liddell's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Lyoto.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Iceman
Lyoto is in closed guard... Iceman tries to roll on the ground!
Lyoto Machida uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Iceman
Chuck Liddell launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Iceman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida tries to better his position on the ground...
Lyoto breaks the closed guard of Chuck Liddell and moves to half guard
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
The cutman is working on Iceman's face.
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Round 3
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Lyoto Machida wants this win. He unleashes a kick.
Brutal high kick to Iceman!
Iceman's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Chuck Liddell goes with a looping right hand while Lyoto Machida jumps back and jabs
Iceman seems staggered and Lyoto Machida runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Chuck Liddell continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Lyoto Machida's mind is definitely in the fight, Iceman just got nailed! Lyoto Machida saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Iceman is going to have a headache after this one.
Iceman's Chin is beginning to swell
Iceman seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Lyoto Machida seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell looks rattled! Lyoto Machida sees his opportunity to finish the fight and launches an aggressive flurry of punches!
Chuck Liddell is taking a brutal beating and falls to the mat! The ref could stop this fight at any moment.
Iceman's Forehead is beginning to swell
That punishment by Lyoto Machida has left Iceman staggered! Lyoto Machida should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Lyoto Machida positions himself and tries to finish this!
Lyoto Machida storms Chuck Liddell's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Mario Yamasaki is asking Chuck Liddell to defend himself!
Iceman's Forehead is beginning to swell
Chuck Liddell seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Lyoto Machida!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Iceman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Iceman doesn't stop bleeding.
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
You can see Iceman's blood making stains in the mat.
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
1:56 Round 3 and Lyoto is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Iceman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Chuck Liddell is a bloody mess!
Chuck Liddell doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto is standing while Iceman is on the ground on his back
Lyoto launches a kick to Iceman's thigh
Loud pop!
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Lyoto Machida. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Chuck Liddell is on his feet again.
You can see Iceman's blood making stains in the mat.
Lyoto goes for a low kick..
Faster than a blinking eye, he follows up with a high kick!
Iceman is out! Iceman is out! Lyoto Machida has ended this fight in highlight reel fashion!
Iceman's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
There is a small laceration on Chuck Liddell's Mouth
Winner is Lyoto Machida by KO (High kick) at 2:42 Round 3
Statistics: Chuck Liddell
Punches 19/46 (41%)
Kicks 1/6 (17%)
Clinch strikes 5/18 (28%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/3 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 163 s
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 35/55 (64%)
Kicks 13/15 (87%)
Clinch strikes 4/5 (80%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 4/5 (80%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 156 s
Chuck fought the last like...round and a half of this fight with 0% health. Literal zombie. Maybe that explains why both fighters are looking a little pale.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!