Post by The Sandmen on Jan 23, 2020 16:53:55 GMT -5
Joe Lauzon glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Thiago Alves looks very relaxed.
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 Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Joe Lauzon and Thiago Alves touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Joe Lauzon shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Thiago Alves is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lauzon into his guard.
Alves ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon tries to escape from closed guard...
Alves waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Joe Lauzon! He is reversed and nor Thiago Alves is on half guard!
Thiago Alves is in half guard over Lauzon
Lauzon measures the resilience of Alves's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Alves blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Thiago Alves is in half guard over Lauzon
Thiago Alves tries to pass Joe Lauzon's guard...
Thiago Alves passes momentarily but Joe Lauzon sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Alves breaths deeply while on the ground
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Not a desiderable position that Lauzon is in now. Thiago Alves is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Thiago Alves pushes Joe Lauzon against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Joe Lauzon struggles not allowing Thiago Alves improve his position.
Thiago Alves gets sloppy and Joe Lauzon tries to take advantage...
Lauzon tries to close his guard around Alves
He is not able to do it
Josh Rosenthal 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.
A furious flurry of punches from Thiago Alves
puts Lauzon in a world of hurt!
Alves launches a stiff jab!
Lauzon ducks that one.
Lauzon is trying to counter now!
Joe Lauzon attempts to cut off Alves with punches
Alves avoids getting cornered.
Lauzon is holding Thiago Alves's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Thiago Alves loses balance and goes to the ground.
Joe Lauzon is in side mount over Thiago Alves
Thiago Alves tries to turn in and scramble out. Joe Lauzon timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Alves's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That guillotine looks tight...
Thiago Alves slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Lauzon moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Alves's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
You can see the pain reflected in Alves's eyes...
Thiago Alves lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Joe Lauzon doesn't break the lock and Thiago Alves is running out of time!
That armbar looks tight...
Lauzon is locking that armbar...
Punishing hold!
Thiago Alves lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Joe Lauzon loses the lock after that incredible blow against the mat! What a slam!
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Joe Lauzon gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Alves spins out, but Joe Lauzon was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Alves is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Joe Lauzon. 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.
An overhand right from Thiago Alves that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Lauzon's stops that one with his face! How is Lauzon standing?!
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves charges at Lauzon throwing flurries left and right.
Joe Lauzon gets out of the way.
Poorly executed technique. Joe Lauzon looks to counter!
Joe Lauzon shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Thiago Alves is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lauzon into his guard.
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Thiago Alves launches a few punches to Lauzon's cheek from the guard.
Joe Lauzon uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon tries to escape from the closed guard
Lauzon succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Joe Lauzon tries to finish with a leg lock!
Alves is able to break the lock.
Alves tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alves tries to close his guard around Lauzon
He succeeds!
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Lauzon tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Joe Lauzon tries to pass Thiago Alves's guard...
Joe Lauzon manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Joe Lauzon is in half guard over Alves
Thiago Alves attempts to move to full guard
Thiago Alves manages to switch to full guard.
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Alves tries to close his guard around Lauzon
He succeeds!
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Joe Lauzon looks to counter!
Joe Lauzon looks to posture up and open Thiago Alves's guard...
Joe Lauzon forces Thiago Alves to open his guard.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
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.
Joe Lauzon tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alves is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Alves measures the resilience of Lauzon's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Lauzon's side.
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Lauzon is in open guard over Alves... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Alves struggles to free himself
You can see the pain reflected in Alves's eyes...
Alves rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Joe Lauzon. 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.
Joe Lauzon attempts a sweep single...
Joe Lauzon catches Thiago Alves's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Lauzon.
Crushing shot to Alves's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon struggles on the ground and tries to break Thiago Alves's guard...
Joe Lauzon is in Alves open guard now
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Lauzon is in open guard over Alves... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
That Kneebar from Joe Lauzon appears to be unbreakable
That Kneebar looks tight...
Alves struggles to free himself
Lauzon is locking that Kneebar...
That Kneebar looks tight...
Alves struggles to free himself
Alves rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Back to the beginning! Thiago Alves is standing now.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
You have to give that round to Joe Lauzon.
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Round 2
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Solid jabs from Thiago Alves.
Lauzon defends.
Alves launches a furious low kick!
Joe Lauzon blocks
Alves clumsily fails here and it's time for Joe Lauzon to fight back!
Joe Lauzon throws a looping left hand...
That lands on Alves's chin! That stops Alves in his tracks!
Lauzon fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Thiago Alves didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Lauzon moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Joe Lauzon is in half guard over Alves
Alves is taking this opportunity to rest.
Joe Lauzon is in half guard over Alves
Lauzon shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Alves's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alves is out! Josh Rosenthal breaks the lock and Thiago Alves lies flat on the mat! Awesome move by Joe Lauzon.
Winner is Joe Lauzon by Submission (North South Choke) at 1:19 Round 2
Statistics: Joe Lauzon
Punches 1/6 (17%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/2 (0%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 252 s
Statistics: Thiago Alves
Punches 7/14 (50%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/5 (40%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 252 s
Wow, this surprises me. Alves is former title-picture fighter, and Lauzon is an "at-present Never-was" fighter. Has the tide turned? WE. WILL. SEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thiago Alves looks very relaxed.
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 Josh Rosenthal.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Joe Lauzon and Thiago Alves touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Joe Lauzon shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Thiago Alves is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lauzon into his guard.
Alves ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon tries to escape from closed guard...
Alves waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Joe Lauzon! He is reversed and nor Thiago Alves is on half guard!
Thiago Alves is in half guard over Lauzon
Lauzon measures the resilience of Alves's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Alves blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Thiago Alves is in half guard over Lauzon
Thiago Alves tries to pass Joe Lauzon's guard...
Thiago Alves passes momentarily but Joe Lauzon sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Alves breaths deeply while on the ground
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Not a desiderable position that Lauzon is in now. Thiago Alves is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Thiago Alves pushes Joe Lauzon against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Joe Lauzon struggles not allowing Thiago Alves improve his position.
Thiago Alves gets sloppy and Joe Lauzon tries to take advantage...
Lauzon tries to close his guard around Alves
He is not able to do it
Josh Rosenthal 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.
A furious flurry of punches from Thiago Alves
puts Lauzon in a world of hurt!
Alves launches a stiff jab!
Lauzon ducks that one.
Lauzon is trying to counter now!
Joe Lauzon attempts to cut off Alves with punches
Alves avoids getting cornered.
Lauzon is holding Thiago Alves's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Thiago Alves loses balance and goes to the ground.
Joe Lauzon is in side mount over Thiago Alves
Thiago Alves tries to turn in and scramble out. Joe Lauzon timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Alves's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That guillotine looks tight...
Thiago Alves slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Lauzon moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Alves's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
You can see the pain reflected in Alves's eyes...
Thiago Alves lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Joe Lauzon doesn't break the lock and Thiago Alves is running out of time!
That armbar looks tight...
Lauzon is locking that armbar...
Punishing hold!
Thiago Alves lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Joe Lauzon loses the lock after that incredible blow against the mat! What a slam!
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves is in open guard over Lauzon
Joe Lauzon gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Alves spins out, but Joe Lauzon was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Alves is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Joe Lauzon. 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.
An overhand right from Thiago Alves that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Lauzon's stops that one with his face! How is Lauzon standing?!
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Thiago Alves charges at Lauzon throwing flurries left and right.
Joe Lauzon gets out of the way.
Poorly executed technique. Joe Lauzon looks to counter!
Joe Lauzon shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Thiago Alves is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lauzon into his guard.
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Thiago Alves launches a few punches to Lauzon's cheek from the guard.
Joe Lauzon uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon tries to escape from the closed guard
Lauzon succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Joe Lauzon tries to finish with a leg lock!
Alves is able to break the lock.
Alves tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alves tries to close his guard around Lauzon
He succeeds!
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Lauzon tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Joe Lauzon tries to pass Thiago Alves's guard...
Joe Lauzon manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Joe Lauzon is in half guard over Alves
Thiago Alves attempts to move to full guard
Thiago Alves manages to switch to full guard.
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Alves tries to close his guard around Lauzon
He succeeds!
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon is in closed guard... Alves tries to roll on the ground!
Joe Lauzon uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Joe Lauzon looks to counter!
Joe Lauzon looks to posture up and open Thiago Alves's guard...
Joe Lauzon forces Thiago Alves to open his guard.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
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.
Joe Lauzon tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alves is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Alves measures the resilience of Lauzon's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Lauzon's side.
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Lauzon is in open guard over Alves... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Alves struggles to free himself
You can see the pain reflected in Alves's eyes...
Alves rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Joe Lauzon. 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.
Joe Lauzon attempts a sweep single...
Joe Lauzon catches Thiago Alves's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Lauzon.
Crushing shot to Alves's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Joe Lauzon is in closed guard over Alves
Lauzon struggles on the ground and tries to break Thiago Alves's guard...
Joe Lauzon is in Alves open guard now
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Lauzon is in open guard over Alves... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
That Kneebar from Joe Lauzon appears to be unbreakable
That Kneebar looks tight...
Alves struggles to free himself
Lauzon is locking that Kneebar...
That Kneebar looks tight...
Alves struggles to free himself
Alves rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Back to the beginning! Thiago Alves is standing now.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
You have to give that round to Joe Lauzon.
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Round 2
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Solid jabs from Thiago Alves.
Lauzon defends.
Alves launches a furious low kick!
Joe Lauzon blocks
Alves clumsily fails here and it's time for Joe Lauzon to fight back!
Joe Lauzon throws a looping left hand...
That lands on Alves's chin! That stops Alves in his tracks!
Lauzon fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Thiago Alves didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Joe Lauzon is in open guard over Alves
Lauzon moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Joe Lauzon is in half guard over Alves
Alves is taking this opportunity to rest.
Joe Lauzon is in half guard over Alves
Lauzon shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Alves's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alves is out! Josh Rosenthal breaks the lock and Thiago Alves lies flat on the mat! Awesome move by Joe Lauzon.
Winner is Joe Lauzon by Submission (North South Choke) at 1:19 Round 2
Statistics: Joe Lauzon
Punches 1/6 (17%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/2 (0%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 252 s
Statistics: Thiago Alves
Punches 7/14 (50%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/5 (40%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 252 s
Wow, this surprises me. Alves is former title-picture fighter, and Lauzon is an "at-present Never-was" fighter. Has the tide turned? WE. WILL. SEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!