Post by The Sandmen on Sept 24, 2020 21:07:02 GMT -5
Vitor Belfort looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Alexander Gustafsson looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
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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Vitor Belfort and Alexander Gustafsson touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Not a desiderable position that Gustafsson is in now. Vitor Belfort is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
The Phenom goes for a low kick..
Gustafsson avoids the deadly blow.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
Vitor Belfort sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Vitor Belfort and Gustafsson engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The Phenom decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. The Phenom moves back and takes a deep breath.
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on The Phenom's face like a cannon ball!
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Here comes Alexander Gustafsson with a vicious middle kick!
Vitor Belfort dodges that one moving backwards
Poorly executed technique. Vitor Belfort looks to counter!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Vitor Belfort!
Gustafsson is going to have a big headache after that blow!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Right cheek
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Not a desiderable position that The Phenom is in now. Alexander Gustafsson is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
The Phenom stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Alexander Gustafsson is coming in again!
The Phenom decides to launch some tentative punches
Gustafsson launches a couple of jabs that are answered by The Phenom with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Alexander Gustafsson swings...
hard impact to The Phenom's face!
The Phenom's Forehead is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Vitor Belfort's Forehead
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Gustafsson dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts The Phenom from the ground!
The Phenom has a small cut in his Nose
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
makes The Phenom stumble back!
Alexander Gustafsson is opening up on The Phenom and raining down combinations!
The Phenom's corner looks worried!
Alexander Gustafsson and The Phenom engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Vitor Belfort is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Vitor Belfort fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Alexander Gustafsson! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Alexander Gustafsson was tooling Vitor Belfort for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Vitor Belfort lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Solid kick to the leg from Vitor Belfort
that visibly pains Gustafsson.
Vitor Belfort tries a high kick!
Gustafsson blocks. Wow, that could have finished this match.
Vitor Belfort goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Gustafsson jumps back and jabs
The Phenom seems staggered and Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The Phenom's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The Phenom begins to launch a barrage of punches over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson is smart enough to duck backwards
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on The Phenom's face like a cannon ball!
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on The Phenom's face like a cannon ball!
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Shovel hook by Alexander Gustafsson
tags The Phenom.
The Phenom's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Vitor Belfort tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson won't budge, forcing The Phenom to pull guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Phenom
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Alexander Gustafsson gets sloppy and Vitor Belfort tries to take advantage...
The Phenom reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Gustafsson blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Phenom
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Vitor Belfort's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson storms over The Phenom with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Gustafsson doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again The Phenom's face with his elbows!
The Phenom's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Vitor Belfort 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Vitor Belfort...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson isolates Vitor Belfort's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Gustafsson is locking that Arm Triangle...
Crippling lock!
The Phenom struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
Vitor Belfort is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Gustafsson is holding Vitor Belfort's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Vitor Belfort loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Vitor Belfort...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Vitor Belfort 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
The Phenom is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Vitor Belfort down and prevents his attempts to escape
Vitor Belfort gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up The Phenom's face with those brutal elbows! The Phenom needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
There is a small laceration on Vitor Belfort's Left cheek
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Gustafsson shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Vitor Belfort continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
The Phenom is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Gustafsson goes for an armbar!
The Phenom struggles to free himself
That Armbar looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in The Phenom's eyes...
Punishing hold!
Vitor Belfort breaks the lock and pushes away Alexander Gustafsson, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Rungrado 1st of May Stadium (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
The Phenom follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! The Phenom needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
The Phenom doesn't stop bleeding.
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson launches a body shot
The Phenom evades.
The Phenom misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
A wicked punch by Alexander Gustafsson
rocks The Phenom!
The Phenom's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Gustafsson launches a kick
The Phenom checks it and keeps distance.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Vitor Belfort continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping left hand...
That lands on The Phenom's chin! That stops The Phenom in his tracks!
The Phenom's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The Phenom has a small cut in his Right eye
Gustafsson begins to launch a barrage of punches over The Phenom
this is getting worse and worse for The Phenom
The frightening power of Alexander Gustafsson has left The Phenom sleeping peacefully on the canvas!
The Phenom's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The Phenom has a small cut in his Mouth
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (Punches) at 2:19 Round 2
Statistics: Vitor Belfort
Punches 9/31 (29%)
Kicks 2/5 (40%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 121 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 38/47 (81%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 9/12 (75%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 121 s
Justin. Upgrade. Your. Fighters. Fuck.
Alexander Gustafsson looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
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.
=========================================
Round 1
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Vitor Belfort and Alexander Gustafsson touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Not a desiderable position that Gustafsson is in now. Vitor Belfort is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
The Phenom goes for a low kick..
Gustafsson avoids the deadly blow.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
Vitor Belfort sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Vitor Belfort and Gustafsson engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The Phenom decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. The Phenom moves back and takes a deep breath.
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on The Phenom's face like a cannon ball!
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Here comes Alexander Gustafsson with a vicious middle kick!
Vitor Belfort dodges that one moving backwards
Poorly executed technique. Vitor Belfort looks to counter!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Vitor Belfort!
Gustafsson is going to have a big headache after that blow!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Right cheek
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Not a desiderable position that The Phenom is in now. Alexander Gustafsson is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
The Phenom stumbles back, his corner is screaming! Alexander Gustafsson is coming in again!
The Phenom decides to launch some tentative punches
Gustafsson launches a couple of jabs that are answered by The Phenom with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Alexander Gustafsson swings...
hard impact to The Phenom's face!
The Phenom's Forehead is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Vitor Belfort's Forehead
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Gustafsson dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts The Phenom from the ground!
The Phenom has a small cut in his Nose
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
makes The Phenom stumble back!
Alexander Gustafsson is opening up on The Phenom and raining down combinations!
The Phenom's corner looks worried!
Alexander Gustafsson and The Phenom engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Vitor Belfort is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Vitor Belfort fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Alexander Gustafsson! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Alexander Gustafsson was tooling Vitor Belfort for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Vitor Belfort lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Solid kick to the leg from Vitor Belfort
that visibly pains Gustafsson.
Vitor Belfort tries a high kick!
Gustafsson blocks. Wow, that could have finished this match.
Vitor Belfort goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Gustafsson jumps back and jabs
The Phenom seems staggered and Alexander Gustafsson runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The Phenom's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The Phenom begins to launch a barrage of punches over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson is smart enough to duck backwards
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on The Phenom's face like a cannon ball!
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Superb haymaker by Gustafsson
that lands on The Phenom's face like a cannon ball!
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Shovel hook by Alexander Gustafsson
tags The Phenom.
The Phenom's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Vitor Belfort tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson won't budge, forcing The Phenom to pull guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Phenom
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Alexander Gustafsson gets sloppy and Vitor Belfort tries to take advantage...
The Phenom reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Gustafsson blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Phenom
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass Vitor Belfort's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson storms over The Phenom with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Gustafsson doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again The Phenom's face with his elbows!
The Phenom's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Vitor Belfort 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Vitor Belfort...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson isolates Vitor Belfort's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Gustafsson is locking that Arm Triangle...
Crippling lock!
The Phenom struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
Vitor Belfort is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Gustafsson is holding Vitor Belfort's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Vitor Belfort loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Vitor Belfort
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Vitor Belfort...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Vitor Belfort 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
The Phenom is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Alexander Gustafsson pushes Vitor Belfort down and prevents his attempts to escape
Vitor Belfort gets sloppy and Alexander Gustafsson tries to take advantage...
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up The Phenom's face with those brutal elbows! The Phenom needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
There is a small laceration on Vitor Belfort's Left cheek
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Gustafsson shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Vitor Belfort continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
The Phenom is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Vitor Belfort
Gustafsson goes for an armbar!
The Phenom struggles to free himself
That Armbar looks tight...
You can see the pain reflected in The Phenom's eyes...
Punishing hold!
Vitor Belfort breaks the lock and pushes away Alexander Gustafsson, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Rungrado 1st of May Stadium (Pyongyang, North Korea) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
The Phenom follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! The Phenom needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
The Phenom doesn't stop bleeding.
The two exchange wildly
Gustafsson is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson launches a body shot
The Phenom evades.
The Phenom misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
A wicked punch by Alexander Gustafsson
rocks The Phenom!
The Phenom's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Gustafsson launches a kick
The Phenom checks it and keeps distance.
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Vitor Belfort continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping left hand...
That lands on The Phenom's chin! That stops The Phenom in his tracks!
The Phenom's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The Phenom has a small cut in his Right eye
Gustafsson begins to launch a barrage of punches over The Phenom
this is getting worse and worse for The Phenom
The frightening power of Alexander Gustafsson has left The Phenom sleeping peacefully on the canvas!
The Phenom's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The Phenom has a small cut in his Mouth
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (Punches) at 2:19 Round 2
Statistics: Vitor Belfort
Punches 9/31 (29%)
Kicks 2/5 (40%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 121 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 38/47 (81%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 9/12 (75%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 121 s
Justin. Upgrade. Your. Fighters. Fuck.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!