Post by The Sandmen on Jan 19, 2021 22:34:26 GMT -5
Zoila Gurgel looks very relaxed.
Roxanne Modafferi is beating herself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking herself in the face, body and legs to get ready for her scrap.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Tremendous strikes from Gurgel!
Modafferi blocks with confidence
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi is measuring Gurgel with her jab.
Gurgel isn't fazed.
Good front kick from Modafferi!
Zoila Gurgel blocks
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
Zoila Gurgel sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel looks to be in very good shape.
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gurgel rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel attempts a triangle from bottom! Roxanne Modafferi slips out. Gurgel quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Roxanne Modafferi slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gurgel struggles... Roxanne Modafferi is unable to take her down
Roxanne Modafferi tries a nice one-two combination
She scores!
Gurgel's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi paws at Gurgel.
Gurgel answers with solid punches!
Gurgel tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Modafferi moves backwards and circles around Zoila Gurgel.
Roxanne Modafferi seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Zoila Gurgel's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Zoila Gurgel to open her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gurgel leans and gets Roxanne Modafferi's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zoila Gurgel goes with a looping right hand while Roxanne Modafferi jumps back and jabs
Modafferi seems staggered and Zoila Gurgel runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is measuring Modafferi with her jab.
Modafferi isn't fazed.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! Modafferi stops that one with her ribs!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
A punch from Zoila Gurgel
grazes Modafferi's right cheek.
Gurgel launches a furious low kick!
Roxanne Modafferi blocks
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Gurgel blocks that. It was easy!
Zoila Gurgel is measuring Modafferi with her jab.
Good accuracy on her part.
Gurgel launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
Gurgel is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Modafferi's jaw!
Modafferi decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Modafferi moves back and takes a deep breath.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Gurgel is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Roxanne Modafferi just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Gurgel quickly defends.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Modafferi blocks that. It was easy!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Zoila Gurgel!
Modafferi is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gurgel is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Gurgel launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Gurgel launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Zoila Gurgel has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
A bunch of leg kicks from Zoila Gurgel
are blocked by Modafferi.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Gurgel leads with a punch
Roxanne Modafferi evades but whiffs with a counter.
Gurgel is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Zoila Gurgel
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Zoila Gurgel is measuring Modafferi with her jab.
Good accuracy on her part.
Zoila Gurgel throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Modafferi.
Lightning fast low kick from Modafferi!
Gurgel blocks that kick with her leg.
Brilliant combination from Zoila Gurgel
Modafferi is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Zoila Gurgel fires an unorthodox punch to Modafferi's torso
that hits its mark.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
A punch from Zoila Gurgel
gets blocked by Modafferi.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Modafferi's chin
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Some nice shots from Zoila Gurgel
that stun Modafferi.
Modafferi's Chin is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Zoila Gurgel tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Solid jabs from Zoila Gurgel.
Nice punches.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Zoila Gurgel was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to show some ground skills
Zoila Gurgel put Modafferi in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Zoila Gurgel spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zoila Gurgel tries a hook to the body
and hits Modafferi's ribs hard
Zoila Gurgel takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Gurgel is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Some counter punches against Roxanne Modafferi
land while she's on her bicycle.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Zoila Gurgel jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Gurgel studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Roxanne Modafferi and Gurgel engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Roxanne Modafferi is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Zoila Gurgel was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Zoila Gurgel manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
Gurgel is taking this opportunity to rest.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Gurgel shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Zoila Gurgel doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Zoila Gurgel in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi moves to half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Zoila Gurgel...
Zoila Gurgel sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Gurgel measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Gurgel has a high cardio that helps her make great performances.
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Zoila Gurgel's left arm looking for an armbar...
Zoila Gurgel manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
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.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and moves laterally.
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn into her oponent...
Roxanne Modafferi tries to sprawl back but she is too slow. Gurgel scrammbles out and gets back to her feet!
Zoila Gurgel just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Modafferi may be in trouble!
Solid shot from Zoila Gurgel to the body.
Modafferi blocks in time.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Modafferi moves on the ground
Modafferi cannot take advantage in the ground
Modafferi clumsily fails here and it's time for Zoila Gurgel to fight back!
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Zoila Gurgel attempts to cut off Modafferi with punches
Modafferi reels from the strikes.
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Zoila Gurgel manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gurgel leans and gets Roxanne Modafferi's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Zoila Gurgel has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Zoila Gurgel has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Zoila Gurgel in her guard...
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Zoila Gurgel doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Gurgel goes for an armbar!
Roxanne Modafferi breaks the lock and pushes away Zoila Gurgel, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Zoila Gurgel. 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.
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
Zoila Gurgel sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi tries a kimura
Gurgel breaks the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Zoila Gurgel's left arm looking for an armbar...
Zoila Gurgel manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi tries to close her guard around Gurgel
She is not able to do it
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over Modafferi
Gurgel tries to jump to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gurgel rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Roxanne Modafferi!
Gurgel ducks under...
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Gurgel fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on her feet.
Solid jabs from Zoila Gurgel.
Nice punches.
Modafferi's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Modafferi has a small cut in her Right cheek
Roxanne Modafferi and Gurgel engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Roxanne Modafferi!
Gurgel is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
Modafferi goes to the body...
her punches graze Gurgel's arm.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel tries to grapple
Modafferi moves aside keeping the fight a strinking range
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Roxanne Modafferi
Good movement from Gurgel
who is bobbing and weaving.
Gurgel clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Quick hook by Roxanne Modafferi
glances off Gurgel's arms.
Gurgel looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Roxanne Modafferi's punches
Modafferi is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gurgel.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Tremendous strikes from Gurgel!
Modafferi blocks with confidence
Gurgel clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
Gurgel blocks and pushes her opponent.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Zoila Gurgel jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Zoila Gurgel didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Gurgel's body! She's holding her side
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Zoila Gurgel can't prevent her opponent from passing. Modafferi looks to work from half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel is cooling the fight on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Modafferi launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Zoila Gurgel rolls over herself and stands up while Roxanne Modafferi rolls on her back.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Zoila Gurgel. 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.
The clock says 1:10 in the 5 round
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gurgel is able to break the lock.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Zoila Gurgel spins out and gets back to her 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 2:45 in the 5 round
Zoila Gurgel throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Modafferi's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
A right hand from Roxanne Modafferi
gets deflected.
Nice punch by Zoila Gurgel
who outboxes her opponent in this exchange.
Modafferi launches a kick
Gurgel checks it and keeps distance.
Modafferi launches a kick
Gurgel checks it and keeps distance.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Quick hook by Roxanne Modafferi
glances off Gurgel's arms.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Gurgel blocks that. She made it look easy!
A punch from Zoila Gurgel
grazes Modafferi's right cheek.
Modafferi jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Gurgel sees what was coming and ducks under her opponent and moves aside
Gurgel fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on her feet.
Modafferi and Gurgel circle around the center of the cage.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel is cooling the fight on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Modafferi is getting frustrated here.
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Zoila Gurgel spins out and gets back to her 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.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
Winner is Zoila Gurgel by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Zoila Gurgel
Punches 50/81 (62%)
Kicks 0/4 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/3 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/11 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 653 s
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 9/30 (30%)
Kicks 0/3 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 13/21 (62%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 10/10 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 653 s
Old school Zoila showed up for this one. But which school of Gurgel will show up for Last Man Standing? Old? New? Other?
Roxanne Modafferi is beating herself up in the corner before the fight begins, smacking herself in the face, body and legs to get ready for her scrap.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Tremendous strikes from Gurgel!
Modafferi blocks with confidence
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi is measuring Gurgel with her jab.
Gurgel isn't fazed.
Good front kick from Modafferi!
Zoila Gurgel blocks
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
Zoila Gurgel sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel looks to be in very good shape.
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gurgel rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel attempts a triangle from bottom! Roxanne Modafferi slips out. Gurgel quickly turns her hips over and switches to the armbar! She's throwing everything at her.
Roxanne Modafferi slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Gurgel struggles... Roxanne Modafferi is unable to take her down
Roxanne Modafferi tries a nice one-two combination
She scores!
Gurgel's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi paws at Gurgel.
Gurgel answers with solid punches!
Gurgel tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Modafferi moves backwards and circles around Zoila Gurgel.
Roxanne Modafferi seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Roxanne Modafferi catches Zoila Gurgel's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Modafferi.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Roxanne Modafferi uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Roxanne Modafferi forces Zoila Gurgel to open her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gurgel leans and gets Roxanne Modafferi's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zoila Gurgel goes with a looping right hand while Roxanne Modafferi jumps back and jabs
Modafferi seems staggered and Zoila Gurgel runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Zoila Gurgel is measuring Modafferi with her jab.
Modafferi isn't fazed.
Gurgel launches a hook to the body
Bang! Modafferi stops that one with her ribs!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
A punch from Zoila Gurgel
grazes Modafferi's right cheek.
Gurgel launches a furious low kick!
Roxanne Modafferi blocks
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Gurgel blocks that. It was easy!
Zoila Gurgel is measuring Modafferi with her jab.
Good accuracy on her part.
Gurgel launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
Gurgel is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Modafferi's jaw!
Modafferi decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Modafferi moves back and takes a deep breath.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Gurgel is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Roxanne Modafferi just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Gurgel quickly defends.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Modafferi blocks that. It was easy!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Zoila Gurgel!
Modafferi is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gurgel is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Gurgel launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Gurgel launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Roxanne Modafferi looks to counter!
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Zoila Gurgel has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
A bunch of leg kicks from Zoila Gurgel
are blocked by Modafferi.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Gurgel leads with a punch
Roxanne Modafferi evades but whiffs with a counter.
Gurgel is holding Roxanne Modafferi's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Roxanne Modafferi shows great balance while pushing away Zoila Gurgel
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Zoila Gurgel is measuring Modafferi with her jab.
Good accuracy on her part.
Zoila Gurgel throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Modafferi.
Lightning fast low kick from Modafferi!
Gurgel blocks that kick with her leg.
Brilliant combination from Zoila Gurgel
Modafferi is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Zoila Gurgel fires an unorthodox punch to Modafferi's torso
that hits its mark.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
A punch from Zoila Gurgel
gets blocked by Modafferi.
Zoila Gurgel fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Modafferi's chin
The clock says 3:20 in the 2 round
Some nice shots from Zoila Gurgel
that stun Modafferi.
Modafferi's Chin is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Zoila Gurgel tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Solid jabs from Zoila Gurgel.
Nice punches.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Zoila Gurgel was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Gurgel tries to show some ground skills
Zoila Gurgel put Modafferi in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Zoila Gurgel spins out and gets back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Zoila Gurgel tries a hook to the body
and hits Modafferi's ribs hard
Zoila Gurgel takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Gurgel is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Some counter punches against Roxanne Modafferi
land while she's on her bicycle.
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Zoila Gurgel jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Zoila Gurgel is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Gurgel studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
Roxanne Modafferi and Gurgel engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Roxanne Modafferi is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Roxanne Modafferi attempts a sweep single...
Zoila Gurgel was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Zoila Gurgel manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
Gurgel is taking this opportunity to rest.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Gurgel shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Zoila Gurgel doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Zoila Gurgel in her guard...
Roxanne Modafferi moves to half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Zoila Gurgel is in half guard over Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi attempts to move to full guard
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Roxanne Modafferi keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi looks to mount Zoila Gurgel...
Zoila Gurgel sees an opening and locks her opponent in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Gurgel measures the resilience of Modafferi's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Modafferi blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Gurgel has a high cardio that helps her make great performances.
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Zoila Gurgel's left arm looking for an armbar...
Zoila Gurgel manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel launches a few weak punches
Modafferi blocks them effectively.
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.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and moves laterally.
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn into her oponent...
Roxanne Modafferi tries to sprawl back but she is too slow. Gurgel scrammbles out and gets back to her feet!
Zoila Gurgel just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Modafferi may be in trouble!
Solid shot from Zoila Gurgel to the body.
Modafferi blocks in time.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Modafferi moves on the ground
Modafferi cannot take advantage in the ground
Modafferi clumsily fails here and it's time for Zoila Gurgel to fight back!
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 4
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Zoila Gurgel attempts to cut off Modafferi with punches
Modafferi reels from the strikes.
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to trap Roxanne Modafferi in her guard.
Zoila Gurgel manages to switch to full guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She succeeds!
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Gurgel leans and gets Roxanne Modafferi's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi looks to posture up and open Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Zoila Gurgel has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi is looking to pass Zoila Gurgel's guard...
Zoila Gurgel has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in closed guard... Gurgel tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi!
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi tries to roll to her side and trap Zoila Gurgel in her guard...
Zoila Gurgel keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Modafferi sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Modafferi tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Zoila Gurgel doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Zoila Gurgel is in full mount over Roxanne Modafferi
Gurgel goes for an armbar!
Roxanne Modafferi breaks the lock and pushes away Zoila Gurgel, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Zoila Gurgel. 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.
Roxanne Modafferi shoots for a double leg takedown!
Zoila Gurgel sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi tries a kimura
Gurgel breaks the lock.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi isolates Zoila Gurgel's left arm looking for an armbar...
Zoila Gurgel manages to sit up and pull her arm out of danger! Roxanne Modafferi lost her dominant position.
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over Modafferi
Modafferi tries to close her guard around Gurgel
She is not able to do it
Zoila Gurgel is in open guard over Modafferi
Gurgel tries to jump to side mount.
Roxanne Modafferi jumps and show some wrestling skills as she positions herself for continuing the fight in side control.
Roxanne Modafferi is in closed guard over Gurgel
Modafferi tries to escape from the closed guard
Modafferi succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gurgel rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Roxanne Modafferi. 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.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Roxanne Modafferi!
Gurgel ducks under...
Poorly executed technique. Zoila Gurgel looks to counter!
Gurgel fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on her feet.
Solid jabs from Zoila Gurgel.
Nice punches.
Modafferi's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Modafferi has a small cut in her Right cheek
Roxanne Modafferi and Gurgel engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Roxanne Modafferi!
Gurgel is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
Modafferi goes to the body...
her punches graze Gurgel's arm.
Gurgel is trying to counter now!
Gurgel tries to grapple
Modafferi moves aside keeping the fight a strinking range
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel shows great balance while pushing away Roxanne Modafferi
Good movement from Gurgel
who is bobbing and weaving.
Gurgel clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Quick hook by Roxanne Modafferi
glances off Gurgel's arms.
Gurgel looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Roxanne Modafferi's punches
Modafferi is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gurgel.
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Tremendous strikes from Gurgel!
Modafferi blocks with confidence
Gurgel clumsily fails here and it's time for Roxanne Modafferi to fight back!
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
Gurgel blocks and pushes her opponent.
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 5
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The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Roxanne Modafferi tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Zoila Gurgel jumps backwards and frees her leg.
Modafferi fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Zoila Gurgel didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Gurgel's body! She's holding her side
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi tries to pass to half guard...
Zoila Gurgel can't prevent her opponent from passing. Modafferi looks to work from half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel attempts to move to full guard
Roxanne Modafferi keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel is cooling the fight on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in half guard over Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Modafferi launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Zoila Gurgel rolls over herself and stands up while Roxanne Modafferi rolls on her back.
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Zoila Gurgel. 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.
The clock says 1:10 in the 5 round
Modafferi grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Roxanne Modafferi
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Gurgel tries to close her guard around Modafferi
She is not able to do it
Roxanne Modafferi is in open guard over Gurgel
Roxanne Modafferi tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gurgel is able to break the lock.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Zoila Gurgel spins out and gets back to her 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 2:45 in the 5 round
Zoila Gurgel throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Modafferi's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
A right hand from Roxanne Modafferi
gets deflected.
Nice punch by Zoila Gurgel
who outboxes her opponent in this exchange.
Modafferi launches a kick
Gurgel checks it and keeps distance.
Modafferi launches a kick
Gurgel checks it and keeps distance.
Modafferi is trying to counter now!
Quick hook by Roxanne Modafferi
glances off Gurgel's arms.
Roxanne Modafferi fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Gurgel blocks that. She made it look easy!
A punch from Zoila Gurgel
grazes Modafferi's right cheek.
Modafferi jumps over her opponent and tries to grapple
Gurgel sees what was coming and ducks under her opponent and moves aside
Gurgel fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Modafferi sprawls and remains on her feet.
Modafferi and Gurgel circle around the center of the cage.
Modafferi is holding Zoila Gurgel's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Zoila Gurgel loses balance and goes to the ground.
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Zoila Gurgel is cooling the fight on the ground
Roxanne Modafferi is in side mount over Zoila Gurgel
Modafferi is getting frustrated here.
Gurgel misses a step and Roxanne Modafferi sees an opportunity to counter her!
Zoila Gurgel tries to turn away and scramble out. Roxanne Modafferi takes her back and locks up a rear naked choke!
She can't lock it up. Zoila Gurgel spins out and gets back to her 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.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
Winner is Zoila Gurgel by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Zoila Gurgel
Punches 50/81 (62%)
Kicks 0/4 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/3 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/11 (0%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 653 s
Statistics: Roxanne Modafferi
Punches 9/30 (30%)
Kicks 0/3 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 13/21 (62%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 10/10 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 653 s
Old school Zoila showed up for this one. But which school of Gurgel will show up for Last Man Standing? Old? New? Other?
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!