Post by The Sandmen on Jan 14, 2021 17:01:11 GMT -5
Khabib Nurmagomedov glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Michael Chandler doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
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 Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Khabib Nurmagomedov is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Chandler Hyper-extended his left arm
Chandler struggles to free himself
Michael Chandler lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't break the lock and Michael Chandler is running out of time!
Crippling lock!
Chandler blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Nurmagomedov's guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Chandler can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Michael Chandler tries to pass Khabib Nurmagomedov's guard...
Michael Chandler passes momentarily but Khabib Nurmagomedov regains full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler is in closed guard... Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Michael Chandler looks to counter!
Michael Chandler throws down elbows...
Nurmagomedov is not making himself an easy target.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov sits up and gets an arm around Chandler's neck!
Chandler pushes Khabib Nurmagomedov back to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Chandler tries to launch a few punches to Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov is able to achieve closed guard and counter Michael Chandler's punches.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler is in closed guard... Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Michael Chandler!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Chandler is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Nurmagomedov's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Michael Chandler cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler tries to open Nurmagomedov's guard...
Nurmagomedov breaks the lock and covers himself from Chandler's punches
Nurmagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to turn away and scramble out. Michael Chandler takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Khabib Nurmagomedov spins out and gets back to his feet.
Chandler misses a step and Khabib Nurmagomedov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Nurmagomedov tries to show some ground skills
Khabib Nurmagomedov put Chandler 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Nurmagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Michael Chandler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov tries to escape from the closed guard
Nurmagomedov succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to close his guard around Nurmagomedov
He is not able to do it
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Nurmagomedov is trying to counter now!
Nurmagomedov moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Nurmagomedov blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Chandler's 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Nurmagomedov is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Chandler's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Michael Chandler manages to switch to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov goes for an americana!
Chandler's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler breaks free.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov sits over his knees and pushes away Chandler's leg!
Chandler closes his legs around Khabib Nurmagomedov's leg. Nurmagomedov is not able to move away now!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Nurmagomedov uses his strength to keep Nurmagomedov at a disadvantage
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Nurmagomedov struggles... Michael Chandler is unable to take him down
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler goes down.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Khabib Nurmagomedov.
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Round 2
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Michael Chandler tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Michael Chandler who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Michael Chandler grapple with Khabib Nurmagomedov and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Nurmagomedov's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler storms over Nurmagomedov with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Khabib Nurmagomedov blocks them all showing some great skills here.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Nurmagomedov tries to show some ground skills
Chandler uses his strength to keep Chandler at a disadvantage
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to show some ground skills
Chandler uses his strength to keep Chandler at a disadvantage
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chandler tries to open up Khabib Nurmagomedov's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Nurmagomedov in the side of the head
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Chandler tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler tries to bring the fight to the ground
Nurmagomedov goes down.
The clock says 1:45 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler tries to open Nurmagomedov's guard...
Nurmagomedov breaks the lock and covers himself from Chandler's punches
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Nurmagomedov leans and gets Michael Chandler's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Khabib Nurmagomedov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Chandler pulls his arm out of danger.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler fires a barrage of punches at Nurmagomedov's head!
The punches go wide.
Michael Chandler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Chandler pulls his arm out of danger.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Nurmagomedov from the ground!
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler goes down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Nurmagomedov misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass to half guard...
Michael Chandler can't prevent his opponent from passing. Nurmagomedov looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Chandler throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Khabib Nurmagomedov realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Michael Chandler. 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.
A right hand from Michael Chandler
makes Nurmagomedov stumble back!
Chandler is holding Khabib Nurmagomedov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shows great balance while pushing away Michael Chandler
Nurmagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov leans forwards and tries to grapple with Chandler
Nurmagomedov shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Nurmagomedov doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Michael Chandler pushes Nurmagomedov forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Michael Chandler tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chandler fails to take Nurmagomedov down and both man are still clinching
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov launches a few punches towards Chandler's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Michael Chandler receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Michael Chandler tries to finish this with a rear naked chocke!
Nurmagomedov ducks under and pushes away his opponent.
Michael Chandler and Nurmagomedov engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Michael Chandler is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Khabib Nurmagomedov jabs at Chandler
hitting his chest.
Nurmagomedov grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chandler ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler breaths deeply while on the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Nurmagomedov leads with a punch
Michael Chandler evades but whiffs with a counter.
Chandler misses a step and Khabib Nurmagomedov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Khabib Nurmagomedov leans forwards and tries to grapple with Chandler
Nurmagomedov shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Nurmagomedov doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Michael Chandler pushes Nurmagomedov forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chandler is trying to counter now!
Michael Chandler locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov slips his head out and ends up in Michael Chandler's guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Michael Chandler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler breaths deeply while on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Chandler throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Khabib Nurmagomedov realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Michael Chandler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov decides to jump inside Chandler's guard.
Chandler fights back with his feet, forcing Nurmagomedov to try something else.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Khabib Nurmagomedov is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler tries to escape from closed guard...
Nurmagomedov waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Michael Chandler! He is reversed and nor Khabib Nurmagomedov is on half guard!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Nurmagomedov's side.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates Michael Chandler's left arm looking for an armbar...
Michael Chandler manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Khabib Nurmagomedov lost his dominant position.
Nurmagomedov clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates Michael Chandler's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
You can see the pain reflected in Chandler's eyes...
Michael Chandler is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov tries to get a side mount...
Chandler wraps his leg around Khabib Nurmagomedov leg and prevents him from moving.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries a kimura
Chandler breaks the lock.
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov goes for an americana!
Chandler breaks free.
Nurmagomedov clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Michael Chandler manages to switch to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries a kimura
That kimura looks tight...
That kimura from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Chandler breaks the lock.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Nurmagomedov's side.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Nurmagomedov tries to cover his face,
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Nurmagomedov uses his strength to keep Nurmagomedov at a disadvantage
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler launches a few weak punches
Nurmagomedov blocks them effectively.
Michael Chandler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov passes momentarily but Michael Chandler sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler goes with a looping right hand while Khabib Nurmagomedov jumps back and jabs
Chandler only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Nurmagomedov grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Deep breaths from Michael Chandler who tries a hammer punch to Nurmagomedov's ribs.
Nurmagomedov blocks those punches
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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Michael Chandler is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Tremendous strikes from Chandler!
Some big punches are landing!
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Nurmagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Nurmagomedov is trying to counter now!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates Michael Chandler's right arm looking for an armbar...
Michael Chandler manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Khabib Nurmagomedov lost his dominant position.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Michael Chandler breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Nurmagomedov clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler gets a good position on the ground. ..
Nurmagomedov holds Michael Chandler arms and counters his opponent punches.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler is moving on the ground...
Nurmagomedov tries to counter Chandler's moves on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Chandler is in closed guard... Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) is cheering him!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler looks to mount Khabib Nurmagomedov...
Khabib Nurmagomedov takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Dan Miragliotta 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 right hand from Michael Chandler
gets deflected.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Nurmagomedov tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Nurmagomedov is clinching with Chandler.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler stumbles backwards and Khabib Nurmagomedov circles to get the center of the cage
Chandler moves forward looking for some action
Khabib Nurmagomedov struggles a bit before breaking Chandler's attemp of grappling
Michael Chandler goes with a looping right hand while Khabib Nurmagomedov jumps back and jabs
Chandler only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Michael Chandler is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Nurmagomedov into his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler is holding Khabib Nurmagomedov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shows great balance while pushing away Michael Chandler
Nurmagomedov is trying to counter now!
Nurmagomedov tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Nurmagomedov is clinching with Chandler.
The fighters are clinching.
Michael Chandler launches a furious knee!
Khabib Nurmagomedov blocks and struggles while trying to take the initiative.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Khabib Nurmagomedov
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov fakes a few punches and advance towards Chandler trying to take him down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Chandler pushes Khabib Nurmagomedov and circle away keeping himself within striking range
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chandler is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is taking this opportunity to rest.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
That Kneebar from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Nurmagomedov is locking that Kneebar...
Nurmagomedov is locking that Kneebar...
You can see the pain reflected in Chandler's eyes...
Chandler rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Chandler climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Chandler is standing while Nurmagomedov is on the ground on his back
Michael Chandler steps back and allows Nurmagomedov to get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Nurmagomedov is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov hooks Chandler's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
That Kneebar looks tight...
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
That Kneebar from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Dan Miragliotta breaks Khabib Nurmagomedov's lock! This is over! Chandler didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Khabib Nurmagomedov by Submission (Kneebar) at 4:56 Round 4
Statistics: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Punches 7/12 (58%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/4 (50%)
Takedowns 10/10 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/3 (0%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 4/4 (100%)
Time on the ground 823 s
Statistics: Michael Chandler
Punches 11/20 (55%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 3/7 (43%)
GnP strikes 11/80 (14%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 811 s
Both did well, but Khabib did better later on, when the finish came about. Strange coincidence, that.
Michael Chandler doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
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 Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Khabib Nurmagomedov is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Chandler Hyper-extended his left arm
Chandler struggles to free himself
Michael Chandler lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't break the lock and Michael Chandler is running out of time!
Crippling lock!
Chandler blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Nurmagomedov's guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Chandler can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Michael Chandler tries to pass Khabib Nurmagomedov's guard...
Michael Chandler passes momentarily but Khabib Nurmagomedov regains full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler is in closed guard... Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Michael Chandler looks to counter!
Michael Chandler throws down elbows...
Nurmagomedov is not making himself an easy target.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov sits up and gets an arm around Chandler's neck!
Chandler pushes Khabib Nurmagomedov back to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Chandler tries to launch a few punches to Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov is able to achieve closed guard and counter Michael Chandler's punches.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler is in closed guard... Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Michael Chandler!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Chandler is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Nurmagomedov's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Michael Chandler cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler tries to open Nurmagomedov's guard...
Nurmagomedov breaks the lock and covers himself from Chandler's punches
Nurmagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to turn away and scramble out. Michael Chandler takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Khabib Nurmagomedov spins out and gets back to his feet.
Chandler misses a step and Khabib Nurmagomedov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Nurmagomedov tries to show some ground skills
Khabib Nurmagomedov put Chandler 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Nurmagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Michael Chandler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:25 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov tries to escape from the closed guard
Nurmagomedov succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to close his guard around Nurmagomedov
He is not able to do it
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Nurmagomedov is trying to counter now!
Nurmagomedov moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Nurmagomedov blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Chandler's 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Nurmagomedov is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Chandler's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Michael Chandler manages to switch to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov goes for an americana!
Chandler's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler breaks free.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov sits over his knees and pushes away Chandler's leg!
Chandler closes his legs around Khabib Nurmagomedov's leg. Nurmagomedov is not able to move away now!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Nurmagomedov uses his strength to keep Nurmagomedov at a disadvantage
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Nurmagomedov struggles... Michael Chandler is unable to take him down
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler goes down.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is clearly for Khabib Nurmagomedov.
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Round 2
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Michael Chandler tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Michael Chandler who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Michael Chandler grapple with Khabib Nurmagomedov and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Nurmagomedov's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler storms over Nurmagomedov with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Khabib Nurmagomedov blocks them all showing some great skills here.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Nurmagomedov tries to show some ground skills
Chandler uses his strength to keep Chandler at a disadvantage
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to show some ground skills
Chandler uses his strength to keep Chandler at a disadvantage
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chandler tries to open up Khabib Nurmagomedov's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Nurmagomedov in the side of the head
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Chandler tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler tries to bring the fight to the ground
Nurmagomedov goes down.
The clock says 1:45 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler tries to open Nurmagomedov's guard...
Nurmagomedov breaks the lock and covers himself from Chandler's punches
The clock says 1:55 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Nurmagomedov leans and gets Michael Chandler's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Khabib Nurmagomedov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Chandler pulls his arm out of danger.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler fires a barrage of punches at Nurmagomedov's head!
The punches go wide.
Michael Chandler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Chandler pulls his arm out of danger.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Nurmagomedov from the ground!
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler goes down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Nurmagomedov misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass to half guard...
Michael Chandler can't prevent his opponent from passing. Nurmagomedov looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Chandler throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Khabib Nurmagomedov realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Michael Chandler. 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.
A right hand from Michael Chandler
makes Nurmagomedov stumble back!
Chandler is holding Khabib Nurmagomedov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shows great balance while pushing away Michael Chandler
Nurmagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov leans forwards and tries to grapple with Chandler
Nurmagomedov shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Nurmagomedov doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Michael Chandler pushes Nurmagomedov forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Michael Chandler tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chandler fails to take Nurmagomedov down and both man are still clinching
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov launches a few punches towards Chandler's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Michael Chandler receives a couple of blows in the ribs.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Michael Chandler tries to finish this with a rear naked chocke!
Nurmagomedov ducks under and pushes away his opponent.
Michael Chandler and Nurmagomedov engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Michael Chandler is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Khabib Nurmagomedov jabs at Chandler
hitting his chest.
Nurmagomedov grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chandler ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler breaths deeply while on the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Nurmagomedov leads with a punch
Michael Chandler evades but whiffs with a counter.
Chandler misses a step and Khabib Nurmagomedov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Khabib Nurmagomedov leans forwards and tries to grapple with Chandler
Nurmagomedov shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Nurmagomedov doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Michael Chandler embrace and tries to move away...
Michael Chandler pushes Nurmagomedov forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Khabib Nurmagomedov
Chandler is trying to counter now!
Michael Chandler locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov slips his head out and ends up in Michael Chandler's guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Michael Chandler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler breaths deeply while on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Chandler throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Khabib Nurmagomedov realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Michael Chandler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov decides to jump inside Chandler's guard.
Chandler fights back with his feet, forcing Nurmagomedov to try something else.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Khabib Nurmagomedov is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler tries to escape from closed guard...
Nurmagomedov waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Michael Chandler! He is reversed and nor Khabib Nurmagomedov is on half guard!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Nurmagomedov's side.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates Michael Chandler's left arm looking for an armbar...
Michael Chandler manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Khabib Nurmagomedov lost his dominant position.
Nurmagomedov clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates Michael Chandler's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
You can see the pain reflected in Chandler's eyes...
Michael Chandler is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 2:40 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov tries to get a side mount...
Chandler wraps his leg around Khabib Nurmagomedov leg and prevents him from moving.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries a kimura
Chandler breaks the lock.
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov goes for an americana!
Chandler breaks free.
Nurmagomedov clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Michael Chandler manages to switch to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries a kimura
That kimura looks tight...
That kimura from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Chandler breaks the lock.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Nurmagomedov's side.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Nurmagomedov tries to cover his face,
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Nurmagomedov uses his strength to keep Nurmagomedov at a disadvantage
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Chandler launches a few weak punches
Nurmagomedov blocks them effectively.
Michael Chandler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov passes momentarily but Michael Chandler sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler goes with a looping right hand while Khabib Nurmagomedov jumps back and jabs
Chandler only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Nurmagomedov grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler measures the resilience of Nurmagomedov's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Nurmagomedov blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Deep breaths from Michael Chandler who tries a hammer punch to Nurmagomedov's ribs.
Nurmagomedov blocks those punches
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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Michael Chandler is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Tremendous strikes from Chandler!
Some big punches are landing!
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Nurmagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Nurmagomedov is trying to counter now!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov isolates Michael Chandler's right arm looking for an armbar...
Michael Chandler manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Khabib Nurmagomedov lost his dominant position.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Nurmagomedov moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Michael Chandler breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Nurmagomedov clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler gets a good position on the ground. ..
Nurmagomedov holds Michael Chandler arms and counters his opponent punches.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler is moving on the ground...
Nurmagomedov tries to counter Chandler's moves on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Chandler is in closed guard... Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Nurmagomedov
Chandler use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) is cheering him!
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Michael Chandler looks to mount Khabib Nurmagomedov...
Khabib Nurmagomedov takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Dan Miragliotta 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 right hand from Michael Chandler
gets deflected.
Poorly executed technique. Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to counter!
Nurmagomedov tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Nurmagomedov is clinching with Chandler.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler stumbles backwards and Khabib Nurmagomedov circles to get the center of the cage
Chandler moves forward looking for some action
Khabib Nurmagomedov struggles a bit before breaking Chandler's attemp of grappling
Michael Chandler goes with a looping right hand while Khabib Nurmagomedov jumps back and jabs
Chandler only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Michael Chandler is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Nurmagomedov into his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Nurmagomedov tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Nurmagomedov's cheek from the guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Takhini Arena (Whitehorse, Yukon) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler is holding Khabib Nurmagomedov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov shows great balance while pushing away Michael Chandler
Nurmagomedov is trying to counter now!
Nurmagomedov tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Nurmagomedov is clinching with Chandler.
The fighters are clinching.
Michael Chandler launches a furious knee!
Khabib Nurmagomedov blocks and struggles while trying to take the initiative.
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes away Chandler trying to keep the fight at striking range
Chandler doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Khabib Nurmagomedov
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Khabib Nurmagomedov fakes a few punches and advance towards Chandler trying to take him down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Chandler pushes Khabib Nurmagomedov and circle away keeping himself within striking range
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chandler is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is taking this opportunity to rest.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler
Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Chandler... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
That Kneebar from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Nurmagomedov is locking that Kneebar...
Nurmagomedov is locking that Kneebar...
You can see the pain reflected in Chandler's eyes...
Chandler rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Chandler climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Chandler is standing while Nurmagomedov is on the ground on his back
Michael Chandler steps back and allows Nurmagomedov to get back to his feet.
Nurmagomedov climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Nurmagomedov is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Khabib Nurmagomedov hooks Chandler's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
That Kneebar looks tight...
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler struggles to free himself
Chandler struggles to free himself
Punishing hold!
That Kneebar from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Dan Miragliotta breaks Khabib Nurmagomedov's lock! This is over! Chandler didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Khabib Nurmagomedov by Submission (Kneebar) at 4:56 Round 4
Statistics: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Punches 7/12 (58%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/4 (50%)
Takedowns 10/10 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/3 (0%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 4/4 (100%)
Time on the ground 823 s
Statistics: Michael Chandler
Punches 11/20 (55%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 3/7 (43%)
GnP strikes 11/80 (14%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 811 s
Both did well, but Khabib did better later on, when the finish came about. Strange coincidence, that.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!