Post by The Sandmen on Feb 6, 2020 21:54:48 GMT -5
Ferocious staredown by MacDonald while Herb Dean recites the rules.
Luke Rockhold 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
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
MacDonald is trying to lift Rockhold!
Rockhold maneuvers out of the potential slam.
Luke Rockhold tries a high kick!
MacDonald blocks. Wow, that could have finished this match.
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald launches a flurry of punches
Rockhold slips out of danger.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Luke Rockhold was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Luke Rockhold to fight back!
Lightning fast low kick from Rockhold!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
MacDonald looks to be in very good shape.
MacDonald tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. MacDonald is clinching with Rockhold.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Rockhold doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Jason MacDonald embrace and tries to move away...
Jason MacDonald pushes Rockhold forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
MacDonald grab one of Luke Rockhold's arm and tries a Hip Throw
with a twist of his hip Jason MacDonald throw Rockhold to the mat like a ragdoll
MacDonald is standing while Rockhold is on the ground on his back
MacDonald looks to be in very good shape.
MacDonald cartwheels towards Rockhold!
He lands in side mount over a surprised Luke Rockhold.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Luke Rockhold...
Luke Rockhold sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
MacDonald pulls his arm out of danger.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Jason MacDonald passes momentarily but Luke Rockhold regains half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Rockhold
MacDonald gets a good position on the ground. ..
Rockhold holds Jason MacDonald arms and counters his opponent punches.
Jason MacDonald gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Rockhold attempts a triangle from bottom! Jason MacDonald slips out. Rockhold quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Jason MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. 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.
MacDonald looks to be in very good shape.
MacDonald steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Luke Rockhold is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Jason MacDonald paws at Rockhold.
Rockhold swings ineffectively.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Jason MacDonald catches Luke Rockhold's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by MacDonald.
Hard blow to Rockhold's mid-section, he seems hurt
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Luke Rockhold tries to better his position on the ground...
Jason MacDonald tries to roll on the ground...
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Rockhold leans and gets Jason MacDonald's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
MacDonald struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Jason MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
Rockhold holds Jason MacDonald's head against his chin in the closed guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald looks to posture up and open Luke Rockhold's guard...
Jason MacDonald forces Luke Rockhold to open his guard.
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
MacDonald blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Rockhold's guard.
Herb Dean 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.
The two exchange wildly
MacDonald is connecting with a few punches
Rockhold passes his leg around Jason MacDonald's shoulder and rolls on the ground!
MacDonald works his way out of that omoplata and launches himself over his opponent, winning side mount position! That was close though!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
MacDonald tries to improve position.
Rockhold adjusts and closes his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Luke Rockhold's guard...
Rockhold doesn't want to free his opponent and MacDonald continues in closed guard
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Rockhold's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
Jason MacDonald is looking to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Jason MacDonald gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Jason MacDonald.
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Round 2
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An overhand right from Luke Rockhold that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
MacDonald moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Jason MacDonald pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Rockhold struggles and launches a few punches to MacDonald's head
Nothing from this... Luke Rockhold seems frustrated.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Rockhold doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Jason MacDonald embrace and tries to move away...
Jason MacDonald pushes Rockhold forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
MacDonald catches an ankle and Rockhold is tripped to the mat!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Jason MacDonald opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Rockhold's guard.
Rockhold fights back with his feet, forcing MacDonald to try something else.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Jason MacDonald looks to posture up and open Luke Rockhold's guard...
Luke Rockhold has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll on the ground...
Rockhold knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:45 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Rockhold fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Jason MacDonald's arm and tries an armbar!
MacDonald hold his own hand and breaks Rockhold's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Luke Rockhold.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Rockhold tries to move on the ground and shows Jason MacDonald a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Rockhold uses his forearms to block the impact!
Jason MacDonald gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Luke Rockhold jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Luke Rockhold is looking to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Luke Rockhold gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over MacDonald
Luke Rockhold hooks MacDonald's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Jason MacDonald manages to kick Rockhold away and scrambles on top!
Luke Rockhold gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Luke Rockhold keeps good control and remains in half guard.
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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Solid low kick from Luke Rockhold.
MacDonald deflects it.
Solid low kick from Luke Rockhold.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Rockhold throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Luke Rockhold fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Jason MacDonald! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
MacDonald is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
Rockhold 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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Incredible haymaker from Luke Rockhold!
You can see Jason MacDonald's head being snapped backwards!
Luke Rockhold jumps in the air and tries a flying knee!
Crushing shot! MacDonald's mouthpiece flies out of his mouth
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Luke Rockhold was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
MacDonald fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Luke Rockhold didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Rockhold's body! He's holding his side
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
Jason MacDonald pushes Luke Rockhold against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
MacDonald jumps and tries to free his leg! Rockhold doesn't allow this but Jason MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Rockhold
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg...
Rockhold rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Good looking punches from Luke Rockhold on the ground
They could take their toll on MacDonald.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Luke Rockhold in his guard.
Luke Rockhold keeps control and remains in side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Rockhold tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Rockhold launches a furious low kick!
MacDonald receives a hard blow on his right leg!
Luke Rockhold and MacDonald engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Luke Rockhold!
MacDonald is going to have a big headache after that blow!
MacDonald's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Several good body shots
are evaded by Rockhold.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
MacDonald stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Luke Rockhold is coming in again!
Luke Rockhold's mind is definitely in the fight, MacDonald just got nailed! Luke Rockhold saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
MacDonald moves aside and dodges.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Brilliant combination from Jason MacDonald
Rockhold is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Rockhold fires low kicks
punishing MacDonald's legs repeatedly.
MacDonald is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold shows great balance while pushing away Jason MacDonald
Rockhold pushes Jason MacDonald and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
MacDonald jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Jason MacDonald pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Luke Rockhold pushes away MacDonald trying to keep the fight at striking range
MacDonald stumbles backwards and Luke Rockhold circles to get the center of the cage
Jason MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Rockhold won't budge, forcing MacDonald to pull guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
MacDonald launches a few weak punches
Rockhold blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Luke Rockhold tries to better his position on the ground...
MacDonald holds Luke Rockhold's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Rockhold tries to escape from closed guard...
Rockhold struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Herb Dean 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.
MacDonald cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Rockhold can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Luke Rockhold goes with a looping right hand while Jason MacDonald jumps back and jabs
MacDonald seems staggered and Luke Rockhold runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Luke Rockhold wants this win. He unleashes a kick.
Brutal high kick to MacDonald!
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces MacDonald to try and defend better.
Luke Rockhold is opening up on MacDonald and raining down combinations!
MacDonald's corner looks worried!
Herb Dean has seen enough! The fight is over! MacDonald was not intelligently defending himself!
MacDonald's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Winner is Luke Rockhold by TKO (Punches) at 3:37 Round 3
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 6/19 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 5/10 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/12 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 408 s
Statistics: Luke Rockhold
Punches 17/32 (53%)
Kicks 8/10 (80%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 3/3 (100%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 422 s
MacDonald tried to out-size rockhold, but Rockhold was the same size as him and would have none of it. So after a little bit of nothing, Rockhold was like, "You done, bro?" J-Mac was like, " Nawwwww", so Rockhold jus finished him instead.
Luke Rockhold 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
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
MacDonald is trying to lift Rockhold!
Rockhold maneuvers out of the potential slam.
Luke Rockhold tries a high kick!
MacDonald blocks. Wow, that could have finished this match.
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald launches a flurry of punches
Rockhold slips out of danger.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Luke Rockhold was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Luke Rockhold to fight back!
Lightning fast low kick from Rockhold!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
MacDonald looks to be in very good shape.
MacDonald tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. MacDonald is clinching with Rockhold.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Rockhold doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Jason MacDonald embrace and tries to move away...
Jason MacDonald pushes Rockhold forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
MacDonald grab one of Luke Rockhold's arm and tries a Hip Throw
with a twist of his hip Jason MacDonald throw Rockhold to the mat like a ragdoll
MacDonald is standing while Rockhold is on the ground on his back
MacDonald looks to be in very good shape.
MacDonald cartwheels towards Rockhold!
He lands in side mount over a surprised Luke Rockhold.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Luke Rockhold...
Luke Rockhold sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
MacDonald pulls his arm out of danger.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Jason MacDonald passes momentarily but Luke Rockhold regains half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Rockhold
MacDonald gets a good position on the ground. ..
Rockhold holds Jason MacDonald arms and counters his opponent punches.
Jason MacDonald gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Rockhold attempts a triangle from bottom! Jason MacDonald slips out. Rockhold quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Jason MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. 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.
MacDonald looks to be in very good shape.
MacDonald steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Luke Rockhold is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Jason MacDonald paws at Rockhold.
Rockhold swings ineffectively.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Jason MacDonald catches Luke Rockhold's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by MacDonald.
Hard blow to Rockhold's mid-section, he seems hurt
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Luke Rockhold tries to better his position on the ground...
Jason MacDonald tries to roll on the ground...
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Rockhold leans and gets Jason MacDonald's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
MacDonald struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Jason MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
Rockhold holds Jason MacDonald's head against his chin in the closed guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald looks to posture up and open Luke Rockhold's guard...
Jason MacDonald forces Luke Rockhold to open his guard.
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
MacDonald blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Rockhold's guard.
Herb Dean 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.
The two exchange wildly
MacDonald is connecting with a few punches
Rockhold passes his leg around Jason MacDonald's shoulder and rolls on the ground!
MacDonald works his way out of that omoplata and launches himself over his opponent, winning side mount position! That was close though!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
MacDonald tries to improve position.
Rockhold adjusts and closes his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Luke Rockhold's guard...
Rockhold doesn't want to free his opponent and MacDonald continues in closed guard
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 4:45 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Rockhold's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
Jason MacDonald is looking to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Jason MacDonald gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Jason MacDonald.
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Round 2
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An overhand right from Luke Rockhold that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
MacDonald moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Jason MacDonald pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Rockhold struggles and launches a few punches to MacDonald's head
Nothing from this... Luke Rockhold seems frustrated.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Rockhold doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Jason MacDonald embrace and tries to move away...
Jason MacDonald pushes Rockhold forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
MacDonald catches an ankle and Rockhold is tripped to the mat!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Jason MacDonald opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Rockhold's guard.
Rockhold fights back with his feet, forcing MacDonald to try something else.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Jason MacDonald looks to posture up and open Luke Rockhold's guard...
Luke Rockhold has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Rockhold
MacDonald is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll on the ground...
Rockhold knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:45 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Rockhold fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Jason MacDonald's arm and tries an armbar!
MacDonald hold his own hand and breaks Rockhold's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Luke Rockhold.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Rockhold tries to move on the ground and shows Jason MacDonald a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Rockhold uses his forearms to block the impact!
Jason MacDonald gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Luke Rockhold jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Luke Rockhold is looking to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Luke Rockhold gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over MacDonald
Luke Rockhold hooks MacDonald's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Jason MacDonald manages to kick Rockhold away and scrambles on top!
Luke Rockhold gets sloppy and Jason MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Luke Rockhold keeps good control and remains in half guard.
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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Solid low kick from Luke Rockhold.
MacDonald deflects it.
Solid low kick from Luke Rockhold.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Rockhold throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Luke Rockhold fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Jason MacDonald! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
MacDonald is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
Rockhold 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 Budweiser Gardens (London, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Incredible haymaker from Luke Rockhold!
You can see Jason MacDonald's head being snapped backwards!
Luke Rockhold jumps in the air and tries a flying knee!
Crushing shot! MacDonald's mouthpiece flies out of his mouth
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Luke Rockhold was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
MacDonald fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Luke Rockhold didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Rockhold's body! He's holding his side
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Rockhold
Jason MacDonald pushes Luke Rockhold against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
MacDonald jumps and tries to free his leg! Rockhold doesn't allow this but Jason MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Rockhold
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg...
Rockhold rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Good looking punches from Luke Rockhold on the ground
They could take their toll on MacDonald.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Luke Rockhold in his guard.
Luke Rockhold keeps control and remains in side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Rockhold tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Herb Dean tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Rockhold launches a furious low kick!
MacDonald receives a hard blow on his right leg!
Luke Rockhold and MacDonald engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Luke Rockhold!
MacDonald is going to have a big headache after that blow!
MacDonald's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Several good body shots
are evaded by Rockhold.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
MacDonald stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Luke Rockhold is coming in again!
Luke Rockhold's mind is definitely in the fight, MacDonald just got nailed! Luke Rockhold saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
MacDonald moves aside and dodges.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Brilliant combination from Jason MacDonald
Rockhold is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Rockhold fires low kicks
punishing MacDonald's legs repeatedly.
MacDonald is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold shows great balance while pushing away Jason MacDonald
Rockhold pushes Jason MacDonald and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
MacDonald jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Jason MacDonald pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Luke Rockhold pushes away MacDonald trying to keep the fight at striking range
MacDonald stumbles backwards and Luke Rockhold circles to get the center of the cage
Jason MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Rockhold won't budge, forcing MacDonald to pull guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
MacDonald launches a few weak punches
Rockhold blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Luke Rockhold tries to better his position on the ground...
MacDonald holds Luke Rockhold's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over MacDonald
Rockhold is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Rockhold tries to escape from closed guard...
Rockhold struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Herb Dean 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.
MacDonald cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Rockhold can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Luke Rockhold goes with a looping right hand while Jason MacDonald jumps back and jabs
MacDonald seems staggered and Luke Rockhold runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Luke Rockhold wants this win. He unleashes a kick.
Brutal high kick to MacDonald!
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces MacDonald to try and defend better.
Luke Rockhold is opening up on MacDonald and raining down combinations!
MacDonald's corner looks worried!
Herb Dean has seen enough! The fight is over! MacDonald was not intelligently defending himself!
MacDonald's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Winner is Luke Rockhold by TKO (Punches) at 3:37 Round 3
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 6/19 (32%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 5/10 (50%)
GnP strikes 0/12 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 408 s
Statistics: Luke Rockhold
Punches 17/32 (53%)
Kicks 8/10 (80%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 3/3 (100%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 422 s
MacDonald tried to out-size rockhold, but Rockhold was the same size as him and would have none of it. So after a little bit of nothing, Rockhold was like, "You done, bro?" J-Mac was like, " Nawwwww", so Rockhold jus finished him instead.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!