Post by The Sandmen on Jan 19, 2021 22:12:56 GMT -5
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
Igor Vovchanchyn raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Ice Cold is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
Igor Vovchanchyn comes with a 4 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Igor Vovchanchyn touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Ice Cold wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The clock says 0:20 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries for a takedown but can't get it. He decides to pull guard instead...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira wraps him up tight and pulls him into his guard.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Ice Cold is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to roll to his side and trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Ice Cold tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Igor Vovchanchyn isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Big Nog blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Ice Cold's guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses some of his skill by jumping out of Ice Cold's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Deep breaths from Igor Vovchanchyn who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
That hit Big Nog who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg
Igor Vovchanchyn moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Ice Cold shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Good movement from Ice Cold
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
Igor Vovchanchyn moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Inside leg kick from Ice Cold
that goes awry.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Igor Vovchanchyn's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira passes momentarily but Igor Vovchanchyn regains full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Deep breaths from Igor Vovchanchyn who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Big Nog 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) is cheering him!
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Ice Cold throws a low kick
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Good leg kicks from Igor Vovchanchyn.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira defends with ease.
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries a hook to the body
but Ice Cold manages to dodge it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Ice Cold goes down.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Back to the beginning! Igor Vovchanchyn is standing now.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Big Nog checks that kick!
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches an up-kick intended for Igor Vovchanchyn's head...
Ice Cold leans out of the way.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Igor Vovchanchyn. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps and scissors Igor Vovchanchyn's left leg in a flying heel hook attempt!
That Flying Heel Hook from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Igor Vovchanchyn's heel hook defense is spot on and avoids the audacious attempt. He stands up while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira remains on the ground.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Igor Vovchanchyn creates space and allows Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to stand up.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is on his feet again.
Ice Cold tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Big Nog moves backwards and circles around Igor Vovchanchyn.
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish this with a rear naked chocke!
Ice Cold's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Punishing hold!
You can see the pain reflected in Ice Cold's eyes...
Ice Cold ducks under and pushes away his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Ice Cold engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Big Nog decides to launch some tentative punches
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Ice Cold wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Big Nog doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
Big Nog throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 2
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Igor Vovchanchyn goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
Big Nog seems staggered and Igor Vovchanchyn runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Terrible one sided match... Ice Cold was not ready to fight a fighter of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira caliber.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Ice Cold is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
1:02 Round 2 and Ice Cold is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Ice Cold launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn can't prevent his opponent from passing. Big Nog looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold looks to be in very good shape.
Ice Cold breaths deeply while on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Igor Vovchanchyn is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Igor Vovchanchyn's left arm looking for an armbar...
Igor Vovchanchyn manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira lost his dominant position.
Big Nog misses a step and Igor Vovchanchyn sees an opportunity to counter him!
Ice Cold measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira hooks Ice Cold's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Igor Vovchanchyn manages to kick Big Nog away and scrambles on top!
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Ice Cold steps backwards away from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
A bunch of leg kicks from Igor Vovchanchyn
are blocked by Big Nog.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog launches a hook to the body
Igor Vovchanchyn moves aside looking for a counter...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Igor Vovchanchyn was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Ice Cold launches a furious low kick!
Big Nog blocks.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog avoids a dangerous strike from Ice Cold
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Igor Vovchanchyn!
Big Nog ducks under...
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Igor Vovchanchyn is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Back to the beginning! Igor Vovchanchyn is standing now.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Loud pop!
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Loud pop!
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Igor Vovchanchyn creates space and allows Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to stand up.
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Ice Cold throws a body kick.
Blocked by Big Nog.
Ice Cold misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Ice Cold is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Ice Cold engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Big Nog is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Igor Vovchanchyn tries a hook to the body
but Big Nog manages to dodge it
Igor Vovchanchyn and Big Nog engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Igor Vovchanchyn is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Ice Cold moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira checks the kick.
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Ice Cold's chin
Lightning fast low kick from Ice Cold!
Big Nog blocks that kick with his leg.
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Igor Vovchanchyn is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
A right hand from Igor Vovchanchyn
gets deflected.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Igor Vovchanchyn's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Ice Cold doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Igor Vovchanchyn in his guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Ice Cold suddenly holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arm and tries an armbar!
Big Nog can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Igor Vovchanchyn!
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Ice Cold leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Ice Cold is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to improve position.
Ice Cold adjusts and closes his guard.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Igor Vovchanchyn to fight back!
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Ice Cold doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Igor Vovchanchyn can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his hips free and moves to 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.
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Igor Vovchanchyn who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is grappling and launching some wild punches...
I don't know how Ice Cold is eating those punches!
Ice Cold's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog is launching some bone breaking punches to Ice Cold's ribs while in the clinch.
Ice Cold blocks.
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes away Ice Cold trying to keep the fight at striking range
Ice Cold stumbles backwards and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira circles to get the center of the cage
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Big Nog seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Igor Vovchanchyn is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Igor Vovchanchyn rolls over himself and stands up while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rolls on his back.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Igor Vovchanchyn. 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Igor Vovchanchyn goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
Big Nog seems staggered and Igor Vovchanchyn runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is clearly for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
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Round 4
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Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Ice Cold is able to break the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Igor Vovchanchyn was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries a hook to the body
but Ice Cold manages to dodge it
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn attempts to move to full guard
Igor Vovchanchyn manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Igor Vovchanchyn in his guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Ice Cold suddenly holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arm and tries an armbar!
Big Nog can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Igor Vovchanchyn!
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ice Cold misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Ice Cold holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head against his chin in the closed 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn can't prevent his opponent from passing. Big Nog looks to work from half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Igor Vovchanchyn rolls over himself and stands up while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rolls on his back.
Back to the beginning! Igor Vovchanchyn is standing now.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Big Nog checks that kick!
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches an up-kick intended for Igor Vovchanchyn's head...
It lands flush with Igor Vovchanchyn's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Igor Vovchanchyn. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is standing now.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Ice Cold ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Ice Cold is able to break the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Igor Vovchanchyn to fight back!
Igor Vovchanchyn shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Ice Cold into his guard.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Ice Cold is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Igor Vovchanchyn uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Ice Cold is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn!
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Big Nog works on the ground with his fingers over Ice Cold's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see that!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Ice Cold tries to escape from the full mount...
Ice Cold struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Igor Vovchanchyn tries to take advantage...
Ice Cold tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Ice Cold measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to roll to his side and trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Deep breaths from Igor Vovchanchyn who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to 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.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Igor Vovchanchyn can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Igor Vovchanchyn goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
Ice Cold seems staggered and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 5
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Igor Vovchanchyn seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
A high kick from Igor Vovchanchyn
misses badly. Ice Cold slips and falls!
Big Nog is standing while Ice Cold is on the ground on his back
Big Nog decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Ice Cold's guard.
Ice Cold did not see that coming! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold now.
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses some of his skill by jumping out of Ice Cold's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Ice Cold struggles to free himself
Ice Cold pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Igor Vovchanchyn slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Igor Vovchanchyn slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Ice Cold goes down.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Terrible one sided match... Ice Cold was not ready to fight a fighter of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira caliber.
Big Nog works on the ground with his fingers over Ice Cold's face
Ice Cold shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was tooling Igor Vovchanchyn for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Igor Vovchanchyn lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Ice Cold launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forces Igor Vovchanchyn to open his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Terrible one sided match... Ice Cold was not ready to fight a fighter of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira caliber.
Big Nog tries to jump to side mount.
Igor Vovchanchyn jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
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.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Body kick by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira...
just grazes his opponent.
Big Nog seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
The two exchange wildly
Ice Cold is connecting with a few punches
Ice Cold decides to launch some tentative punches
Big Nog launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Ice Cold with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Ice Cold pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Ice Cold is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
Big Nog is smart enough to block that one.
The clock says 4:15 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Ice Cold goes down.
Hard blow to Ice Cold's mid-section, he seems hurt
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Igor Vovchanchyn attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes Ice Cold's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Ice Cold rolls and he's now on half guard over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Nice reversal.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
The round is for Big Nog, who walks calmly to his corner.
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 13/32 (41%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/8 (38%)
Takedowns 15/18 (83%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 916 s
Statistics: Igor Vovchanchyn
Punches 24/37 (65%)
Kicks 2/18 (11%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 1/18 (6%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 857 s
Igor Vovchanchyn raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Ice Cold is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
Igor Vovchanchyn comes with a 4 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Igor Vovchanchyn touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Ice Cold wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The clock says 0:20 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries for a takedown but can't get it. He decides to pull guard instead...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira wraps him up tight and pulls him into his guard.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Ice Cold is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to roll to his side and trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Ice Cold tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Igor Vovchanchyn isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Big Nog blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Ice Cold's guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses some of his skill by jumping out of Ice Cold's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Deep breaths from Igor Vovchanchyn who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
That hit Big Nog who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg
Igor Vovchanchyn moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:40 in the 1 round
Ice Cold shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Good movement from Ice Cold
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
Igor Vovchanchyn moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Inside leg kick from Ice Cold
that goes awry.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Igor Vovchanchyn's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira passes momentarily but Igor Vovchanchyn regains full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Deep breaths from Igor Vovchanchyn who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Big Nog 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) is cheering him!
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Ice Cold throws a low kick
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira blocks.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Good leg kicks from Igor Vovchanchyn.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira defends with ease.
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries a hook to the body
but Ice Cold manages to dodge it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Ice Cold goes down.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Back to the beginning! Igor Vovchanchyn is standing now.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Big Nog checks that kick!
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches an up-kick intended for Igor Vovchanchyn's head...
Ice Cold leans out of the way.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Igor Vovchanchyn. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps and scissors Igor Vovchanchyn's left leg in a flying heel hook attempt!
That Flying Heel Hook from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Igor Vovchanchyn's heel hook defense is spot on and avoids the audacious attempt. He stands up while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira remains on the ground.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Igor Vovchanchyn creates space and allows Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to stand up.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is on his feet again.
Ice Cold tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Big Nog moves backwards and circles around Igor Vovchanchyn.
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish this with a rear naked chocke!
Ice Cold's Right eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
That rear naked chocke from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Punishing hold!
You can see the pain reflected in Ice Cold's eyes...
Ice Cold ducks under and pushes away his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Ice Cold engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Big Nog decides to launch some tentative punches
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Ice Cold wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Big Nog doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
Big Nog throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 2
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Igor Vovchanchyn goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
Big Nog seems staggered and Igor Vovchanchyn runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Terrible one sided match... Ice Cold was not ready to fight a fighter of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira caliber.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Ice Cold is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
1:02 Round 2 and Ice Cold is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Ice Cold launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn can't prevent his opponent from passing. Big Nog looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold looks to be in very good shape.
Ice Cold breaths deeply while on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Igor Vovchanchyn is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Igor Vovchanchyn's left arm looking for an armbar...
Igor Vovchanchyn manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira lost his dominant position.
Big Nog misses a step and Igor Vovchanchyn sees an opportunity to counter him!
Ice Cold measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira hooks Ice Cold's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Igor Vovchanchyn manages to kick Big Nog away and scrambles on top!
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Ice Cold steps backwards away from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
A bunch of leg kicks from Igor Vovchanchyn
are blocked by Big Nog.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog launches a hook to the body
Igor Vovchanchyn moves aside looking for a counter...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Igor Vovchanchyn was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Ice Cold launches a furious low kick!
Big Nog blocks.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog avoids a dangerous strike from Ice Cold
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Igor Vovchanchyn!
Big Nog ducks under...
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Igor Vovchanchyn is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Back to the beginning! Igor Vovchanchyn is standing now.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Loud pop!
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Loud pop!
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Igor Vovchanchyn creates space and allows Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to stand up.
Big Nog climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Ice Cold throws a body kick.
Blocked by Big Nog.
Ice Cold misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Ice Cold is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Ice Cold engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Big Nog grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Big Nog is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Igor Vovchanchyn tries a hook to the body
but Big Nog manages to dodge it
Igor Vovchanchyn and Big Nog engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Igor Vovchanchyn is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Ice Cold moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira checks the kick.
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Ice Cold's chin
Lightning fast low kick from Ice Cold!
Big Nog blocks that kick with his leg.
Not a desiderable position that Big Nog is in now. Igor Vovchanchyn is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
A right hand from Igor Vovchanchyn
gets deflected.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira catches Igor Vovchanchyn's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Big Nog.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Ice Cold doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to escape from the closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira any adventage in the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Igor Vovchanchyn in his guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Ice Cold suddenly holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arm and tries an armbar!
Big Nog can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Igor Vovchanchyn!
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Ice Cold leans and gets Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Ice Cold is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to improve position.
Ice Cold adjusts and closes his guard.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Igor Vovchanchyn to fight back!
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Ice Cold doesn't want to free his opponent and Big Nog continues in closed guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Igor Vovchanchyn can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is looking to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets his hips free and moves to 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.
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Igor Vovchanchyn who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is grappling and launching some wild punches...
I don't know how Ice Cold is eating those punches!
Ice Cold's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Big Nog is launching some bone breaking punches to Ice Cold's ribs while in the clinch.
Ice Cold blocks.
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes away Ice Cold trying to keep the fight at striking range
Ice Cold stumbles backwards and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira circles to get the center of the cage
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Big Nog seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Igor Vovchanchyn is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Big Nog is trying to counter now!
Big Nog launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Igor Vovchanchyn rolls over himself and stands up while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rolls on his back.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Igor Vovchanchyn. 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Igor Vovchanchyn goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
Big Nog seems staggered and Igor Vovchanchyn runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is clearly for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira.
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Round 4
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Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Ice Cold is able to break the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts a sweep single...
Igor Vovchanchyn was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries a hook to the body
but Ice Cold manages to dodge it
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog moves on the ground
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira moves to side mount
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Igor Vovchanchyn attempts to move to full guard
Igor Vovchanchyn manages to switch to full guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira!
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to roll to his side and trap Igor Vovchanchyn in his guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in full mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Ice Cold suddenly holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's arm and tries an armbar!
Big Nog can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Igor Vovchanchyn!
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ice Cold misses a step and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sees an opportunity to counter him!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Ice Cold holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's head against his chin in the closed 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 Niagara Falls Memorial Arena (Niagara Falls, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass to half guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn can't prevent his opponent from passing. Big Nog looks to work from half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Igor Vovchanchyn rolls over himself and stands up while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira rolls on his back.
Back to the beginning! Igor Vovchanchyn is standing now.
Ice Cold is standing while Big Nog is on the ground on his back
Ice Cold launches a kick to Big Nog's thigh
Big Nog checks that kick!
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira launches an up-kick intended for Igor Vovchanchyn's head...
It lands flush with Igor Vovchanchyn's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Igor Vovchanchyn. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is standing now.
Big Nog fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Ice Cold ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 3:20 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to finish with a leg lock!
Ice Cold is able to break the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in open guard over Ice Cold... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Ice Cold rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
Igor Vovchanchyn sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Big Nog clumsily fails here and it's time for Igor Vovchanchyn to fight back!
Igor Vovchanchyn shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Ice Cold into his guard.
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Ice Cold is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Igor Vovchanchyn uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Ice Cold is in closed guard... Big Nog tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn!
The clock says 4:10 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Big Nog works on the ground with his fingers over Ice Cold's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see that!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Ice Cold tries to escape from the full mount...
Ice Cold struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira gets sloppy and Igor Vovchanchyn tries to take advantage...
Ice Cold tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Ice Cold measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Big Nog blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Igor Vovchanchyn tries to roll to his side and trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard...
Igor Vovchanchyn gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Deep breaths from Igor Vovchanchyn who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to 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.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Igor Vovchanchyn can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Igor Vovchanchyn goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
Ice Cold seems staggered and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 5
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Igor Vovchanchyn seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
A high kick from Igor Vovchanchyn
misses badly. Ice Cold slips and falls!
Big Nog is standing while Ice Cold is on the ground on his back
Big Nog decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Ice Cold's guard.
Ice Cold did not see that coming! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold now.
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog moves on the ground..
...he makes no progress.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses some of his skill by jumping out of Ice Cold's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Igor Vovchanchyn
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to mount Igor Vovchanchyn...
Igor Vovchanchyn takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to pass Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Ice Cold struggles to free himself
Ice Cold pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Igor Vovchanchyn is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Igor Vovchanchyn slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Igor Vovchanchyn slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Ice Cold goes down.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Terrible one sided match... Ice Cold was not ready to fight a fighter of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira caliber.
Big Nog works on the ground with his fingers over Ice Cold's face
Ice Cold shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He is not able to do it
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog is in closed guard... Ice Cold tries to roll on the ground!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Igor Vovchanchyn gets sloppy and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to take advantage...
Big Nog use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Igor Vovchanchyn holds Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira was tooling Igor Vovchanchyn for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Igor Vovchanchyn lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Ice Cold launches a few weak punches
Big Nog blocks them effectively.
Ice Cold clumsily fails here and it's time for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira to fight back!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to posture up and open Igor Vovchanchyn's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira forces Igor Vovchanchyn to open his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Terrible one sided match... Ice Cold was not ready to fight a fighter of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira caliber.
Big Nog tries to jump to side mount.
Igor Vovchanchyn jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
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.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Body kick by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira...
just grazes his opponent.
Big Nog seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
The two exchange wildly
Ice Cold is connecting with a few punches
Ice Cold decides to launch some tentative punches
Big Nog launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Ice Cold with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Ice Cold pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Ice Cold is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
Big Nog is smart enough to block that one.
The clock says 4:15 in the 5 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Ice Cold goes down.
Hard blow to Ice Cold's mid-section, he seems hurt
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Ice Cold
Big Nog tries to escape from closed guard...
Big Nog struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Ice Cold is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Igor Vovchanchyn attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Ice Cold
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes Ice Cold's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Ice Cold rolls and he's now on half guard over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Nice reversal.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
The round is for Big Nog, who walks calmly to his corner.
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 13/32 (41%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 3/8 (38%)
Takedowns 15/18 (83%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 916 s
Statistics: Igor Vovchanchyn
Punches 24/37 (65%)
Kicks 2/18 (11%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 1/18 (6%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 857 s
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!