Post by The Sandmen on Aug 4, 2020 0:41:52 GMT -5
Johny Hendricks looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
Diego Sanchez 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 Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Johny Hendricks and Diego Sanchez touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Diego Sanchez charges at Hendricks throwing flurries left and right.
Johny Hendricks gets out of the way.
Hendricks is trying to counter now!
Hendricks grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Johny Hendricks
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Hendricks blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Diego tries to close his guard around Hendricks
He succeeds!
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
0:57 Round 1 and Hendricks is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Johny Hendricks throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Diego is doing a great job covering himself up.
Hendricks clumsily fails here and it's time for Diego Sanchez to fight back!
Hendricks is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Johny Hendricks uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
Hendricks ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Hendricks blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Diego misses a step and Johny Hendricks sees an opportunity to counter him!
Hendricks tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Johny Hendricks fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Johny Hendricks is in half guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez attempts to move to full guard
Johny Hendricks keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Johny Hendricks is in half guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez attempts to move to full guard
Diego Sanchez manages to switch to full guard.
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Hendricks's cheek from the guard.
Johny Hendricks uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Hendricks tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Hendricks struggles on the ground and tries to break Diego Sanchez's guard...
Johny Hendricks is in Diego open guard now
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Hendricks cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Diego can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Diego tries to close his guard around Hendricks
He succeeds!
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Johny Hendricks a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Hendricks struggles on the ground and tries to break Diego Sanchez's guard...
Johny Hendricks is in Diego open guard now
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Hendricks tries to jump to side mount.
Diego Sanchez closed his guard around Johny Hendricks.
Johny Hendricks is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Johny Hendricks a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Johny Hendricks is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Johny Hendricks is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez attempts to trap Johny Hendricks in his guard.
Diego Sanchez manages to switch to full guard.
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Diego tries to close his guard around Hendricks
He succeeds!
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Johny Hendricks a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Johny Hendricks gets sloppy and Diego Sanchez tries to take advantage...
Hendricks is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Johny Hendricks uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Hendricks is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Johny Hendricks!
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Johny Hendricks
Hendricks launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Diego's ribs.
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Johny Hendricks
Hendricks measures the resilience of Diego's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Diego's side.
Diego ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Johny Hendricks
Johny Hendricks tries to roll to his side and trap Diego Sanchez in his guard...
Johny Hendricks gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Hendricks
Johny Hendricks launches a few punches to Diego's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Diego tries to cover his face,
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Hendricks
Hendricks is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Hendricks works on the ground with his fingers over Diego's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Herb Dean saw it!
Herb Dean takes away one point from Johny Hendricks for eye poke.
Herb Dean halts the fight to give Diego time to recover. Diego Sanchez seems to be ready to fight again. 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 4:40 in the 1 round
Diego seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Diego Sanchez launches a rapid series of punches
taking Hendricks from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
Hendricks's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
A left hook from Hendricks
falls short.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Tremendous strikes from Hendricks!
Diego blocks with confidence
Poorly executed technique. Diego Sanchez looks to counter!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Diego.
It looks like Hendricks was hit by a bus!
Crisp uppercut by Diego followed by a hard jab
Johny Hendricks stumbles back.
Diego launches a hook to the body
Bang! Hendricks stops that one with his ribs!
Diego Sanchez launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Hendricks blocks and tries to circle around his opponent looking for angles.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
The two exchange wildly
Diego is connecting with a few punches
Diego looks to be in very good shape.
Diego Sanchez throws a looping right hand...
Hendricks moves aside and dodges.
Johny Hendricks throws a combo
Diego Sanchez ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Hendricks swings again, only to get countered once more! Hendricks is looking bad here!
Hendricks's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Hendricks shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
A punch from Johny Hendricks
whizzes past Diego.
Hendricks clumsily fails here and it's time for Diego Sanchez to fight back!
A wicked punch by Diego Sanchez
rocks Hendricks!
There is a small laceration on Johny Hendricks's Chin
Diego Sanchez chases Hendricks and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Hendricks steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Diego Sanchez chases Hendricks and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Hendricks steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Hendricks's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Hendricks has a small cut in his Right cheek
Diego Sanchez fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Hendricks's chin
Hendricks has a small cut in his Chin
Johny Hendricks and Diego engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Diego Sanchez is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Hendricks's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Diego Sanchez charges at Hendricks throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Hendricks is rocked!
Hendricks's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Johny Hendricks continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego Sanchez chases Hendricks and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Hendricks steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Diego Sanchez turns out the lights for Hendricks! Tiiiiiiiim-ber! What a knock out!
There is a small laceration on Johny Hendricks's Right cheek
Winner is Diego Sanchez by KO (Punches) at 2:24 Round 2
Statistics: Johny Hendricks
Punches 0/10 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 6/14 (43%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 260 s
Statistics: Diego Sanchez
Punches 36/50 (72%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 8/15 (53%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 260 s
Since he was not eligible for rankings last season, Diego is much better than his ranking indicates. He is ready to move (way) up the ladder now, into his rightful place as a legit contender now.
Diego Sanchez 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 Herb Dean.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Johny Hendricks and Diego Sanchez touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Diego Sanchez charges at Hendricks throwing flurries left and right.
Johny Hendricks gets out of the way.
Hendricks is trying to counter now!
Hendricks grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Johny Hendricks
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Hendricks blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Diego tries to close his guard around Hendricks
He succeeds!
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
0:57 Round 1 and Hendricks is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Johny Hendricks throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Diego is doing a great job covering himself up.
Hendricks clumsily fails here and it's time for Diego Sanchez to fight back!
Hendricks is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Johny Hendricks uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
Hendricks ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Hendricks blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Diego misses a step and Johny Hendricks sees an opportunity to counter him!
Hendricks tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Johny Hendricks fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Johny Hendricks is in half guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez attempts to move to full guard
Johny Hendricks keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Johny Hendricks is in half guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez attempts to move to full guard
Diego Sanchez manages to switch to full guard.
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Hendricks's cheek from the guard.
Johny Hendricks uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Hendricks tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Hendricks struggles on the ground and tries to break Diego Sanchez's guard...
Johny Hendricks is in Diego open guard now
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Hendricks cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Diego can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Diego tries to close his guard around Hendricks
He succeeds!
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Johny Hendricks a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Hendricks struggles on the ground and tries to break Diego Sanchez's guard...
Johny Hendricks is in Diego open guard now
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Hendricks tries to jump to side mount.
Diego Sanchez closed his guard around Johny Hendricks.
Johny Hendricks is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Johny Hendricks a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Johny Hendricks is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego measures the resilience of Hendricks's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Hendricks's side.
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Johny Hendricks is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez attempts to trap Johny Hendricks in his guard.
Diego Sanchez manages to switch to full guard.
Johny Hendricks is in open guard over Diego
Diego tries to close his guard around Hendricks
He succeeds!
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Johny Hendricks a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Johny Hendricks gets sloppy and Diego Sanchez tries to take advantage...
Hendricks is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Johny Hendricks uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Johny Hendricks is in closed guard over Diego
Hendricks is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Johny Hendricks!
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Johny Hendricks
Hendricks launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Diego's ribs.
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Johny Hendricks
Hendricks measures the resilience of Diego's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Diego's side.
Diego ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Johny Hendricks
Johny Hendricks tries to roll to his side and trap Diego Sanchez in his guard...
Johny Hendricks gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Hendricks
Johny Hendricks launches a few punches to Diego's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Diego tries to cover his face,
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Hendricks
Hendricks is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Hendricks works on the ground with his fingers over Diego's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Herb Dean saw it!
Herb Dean takes away one point from Johny Hendricks for eye poke.
Herb Dean halts the fight to give Diego time to recover. Diego Sanchez seems to be ready to fight again. 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 4:40 in the 1 round
Diego seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Diego Sanchez launches a rapid series of punches
taking Hendricks from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
Hendricks's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
A left hook from Hendricks
falls short.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
=========================================
Round 2
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Tremendous strikes from Hendricks!
Diego blocks with confidence
Poorly executed technique. Diego Sanchez looks to counter!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Diego.
It looks like Hendricks was hit by a bus!
Crisp uppercut by Diego followed by a hard jab
Johny Hendricks stumbles back.
Diego launches a hook to the body
Bang! Hendricks stops that one with his ribs!
Diego Sanchez launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Hendricks blocks and tries to circle around his opponent looking for angles.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
The two exchange wildly
Diego is connecting with a few punches
Diego looks to be in very good shape.
Diego Sanchez throws a looping right hand...
Hendricks moves aside and dodges.
Johny Hendricks throws a combo
Diego Sanchez ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Hendricks swings again, only to get countered once more! Hendricks is looking bad here!
Hendricks's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Hendricks shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
A punch from Johny Hendricks
whizzes past Diego.
Hendricks clumsily fails here and it's time for Diego Sanchez to fight back!
A wicked punch by Diego Sanchez
rocks Hendricks!
There is a small laceration on Johny Hendricks's Chin
Diego Sanchez chases Hendricks and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Hendricks steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Diego Sanchez chases Hendricks and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Hendricks steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Hendricks's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Hendricks has a small cut in his Right cheek
Diego Sanchez fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Hendricks's chin
Hendricks has a small cut in his Chin
Johny Hendricks and Diego engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Diego Sanchez is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Hendricks's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Diego Sanchez charges at Hendricks throwing flurries left and right.
Not many punches are hitting, but the ones that land are huge shots! Hendricks is rocked!
Hendricks's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Johny Hendricks continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego Sanchez chases Hendricks and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Hendricks steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Diego Sanchez turns out the lights for Hendricks! Tiiiiiiiim-ber! What a knock out!
There is a small laceration on Johny Hendricks's Right cheek
Winner is Diego Sanchez by KO (Punches) at 2:24 Round 2
Statistics: Johny Hendricks
Punches 0/10 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 6/14 (43%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 260 s
Statistics: Diego Sanchez
Punches 36/50 (72%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 8/15 (53%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 260 s
Since he was not eligible for rankings last season, Diego is much better than his ranking indicates. He is ready to move (way) up the ladder now, into his rightful place as a legit contender now.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!