Post by The Sandmen on Apr 1, 2013 18:09:43 GMT -5
Alexander Gustafsson looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Fedor Emelianenko looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
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 Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Gustafsson and Fedor move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to cut off Gustafsson with punches
Gustafsson reels from the strikes.
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Fedor is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Gustafsson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Fedor.
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Chin
Gustafsson throws a low kick
Fedor Emelianenko blocks.
Fedor tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson paws at Fedor.
Fedor answers with solid punches!
Tremendous strikes from Fedor!
Some big punches are landing!
Gustafsson avoids a dangerous strike from Fedor
and counters with a solid straight!
Alexander Gustafsson seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Crisp uppercut by Gustafsson followed by a hard jab
Fedor deflects the blows.
Fedor Emelianenko paws at Gustafsson.
Gustafsson answers with solid punches!
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Fedor launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Gustafsson with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson leans forwards and tries to grapple with Fedor
Gustafsson shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor Emelianenko slightly pushes Gustafsson into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fedor won't budge, forcing Gustafsson to pull guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Fedor struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko is in Gustafsson open guard now
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko pushes Gustafsson's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Fedor who is in full mount! Gustafsson is in trouble now!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson tries to roll to his side and trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Fedor Emelianenko tries a kimura
Gustafsson breaks the lock.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson manages to switch to full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to open Gustafsson's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Fedor Emelianenko. Gustafsson is unable to cover himself now!
Gustafsson has a small cut in his Forehead
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gustafsson is able to break the lock.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor tries to improve position.
Gustafsson adjusts and closes his guard.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko is cooling the fight on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gustafsson is able to break the lock.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor is in open guard over Gustafsson... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gustafsson rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Fedor misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Gustafsson switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Fedor struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
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.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Alexander Gustafsson, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Gustafsson feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
Fedor moves aside and dodges.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor!
Nice move by Gustafsson who clinches and pushes Fedor against the cage
Fedor Emelianenko tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Fedor circles out and slips free of Alexander Gustafsson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Fedor studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor is holding Alexander Gustafsson's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Fedor throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Alexander Gustafsson launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Fedor blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Fedor Emelianenko's cheek! Fedor stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Fedor has a small cut in his Left cheek
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor tries to hit Alexander Gustafsson with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Gustafsson steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson decides to jump inside Fedor's guard.
Fedor fights back with his feet, forcing Gustafsson to try something else.
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor Emelianenko launches an up-kick intended for Alexander Gustafsson's head...
Gustafsson leans out of the way.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor Emelianenko kicks his legs trying to keep Alexander Gustafsson away.
Alexander Gustafsson takes a kick to the body.
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Gustafsson cartwheels towards Fedor!
Fedor fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko launches an up-kick intended for Alexander Gustafsson's head...
It lands flush with Alexander Gustafsson's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
Gustafsson steps backwards away from Fedor Emelianenko. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Good front kick from Gustafsson!
Fedor stumbles backwards after that one!
The clock says 2:20 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to cut off Gustafsson with punches
Gustafsson reels from the strikes.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Gustafsson is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Alexander Gustafsson tries to show his boxing skills with a one-two combo
and those punches are landing on Fedor's face
Fedor has a small cut in his Mouth
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Gustafsson throws a hook
that hits its mark.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Fedor blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Fedor is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Alexander Gustafsson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Fedor Emelianenko shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Fedor Emelianenko breaks that americana attempt!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Gustafsson drills Fedor Emelianenko's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough! The fight is over! Fedor was not intelligently defending himself!
Fedor's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Fedor has a small cut in his Nose
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by TKO (GnP) at 4:11 Round 2
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 16/23 (70%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 5/7 (71%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 187 s
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 21/27 (78%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 4/7 (57%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 238 s
Phoenix said Fedor's first win over Gusty was a fluke-shit stoppage. It appears he may have been onto something. I look forward to completing this trilogy at some point in the future. They put on good shows.
Fedor Emelianenko looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
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 Steve Mazzagatti.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Gustafsson and Fedor move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to cut off Gustafsson with punches
Gustafsson reels from the strikes.
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Gustafsson takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Fedor is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
Gustafsson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Gustafsson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Fedor.
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Chin
Gustafsson throws a low kick
Fedor Emelianenko blocks.
Fedor tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson paws at Fedor.
Fedor answers with solid punches!
Tremendous strikes from Fedor!
Some big punches are landing!
Gustafsson avoids a dangerous strike from Fedor
and counters with a solid straight!
Alexander Gustafsson seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
Crisp uppercut by Gustafsson followed by a hard jab
Fedor deflects the blows.
Fedor Emelianenko paws at Gustafsson.
Gustafsson answers with solid punches!
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Gustafsson decides to launch some tentative punches
Fedor launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Gustafsson with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson leans forwards and tries to grapple with Fedor
Gustafsson shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor Emelianenko slightly pushes Gustafsson into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson tries to bring the fight to the ground
Fedor won't budge, forcing Gustafsson to pull guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Fedor struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko is in Gustafsson open guard now
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko pushes Gustafsson's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Fedor who is in full mount! Gustafsson is in trouble now!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson tries to roll to his side and trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Fedor Emelianenko tries a kimura
Gustafsson breaks the lock.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson manages to switch to full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to open Gustafsson's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Fedor Emelianenko. Gustafsson is unable to cover himself now!
Gustafsson has a small cut in his Forehead
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gustafsson is able to break the lock.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor tries to improve position.
Gustafsson adjusts and closes his guard.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko is cooling the fight on the ground
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor Emelianenko tries to finish with a leg lock!
Gustafsson is able to break the lock.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Gustafsson
Fedor is in open guard over Gustafsson... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Gustafsson rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Fedor misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Gustafsson switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Fedor struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
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.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Alexander Gustafsson, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Gustafsson feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
Fedor moves aside and dodges.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor!
Nice move by Gustafsson who clinches and pushes Fedor against the cage
Fedor Emelianenko tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Fedor circles out and slips free of Alexander Gustafsson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Fedor studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor is holding Alexander Gustafsson's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Fedor throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Alexander Gustafsson launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Fedor blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Fedor Emelianenko's cheek! Fedor stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Fedor has a small cut in his Left cheek
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor tries to hit Alexander Gustafsson with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Gustafsson steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson decides to jump inside Fedor's guard.
Fedor fights back with his feet, forcing Gustafsson to try something else.
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor Emelianenko launches an up-kick intended for Alexander Gustafsson's head...
Gustafsson leans out of the way.
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Fedor Emelianenko kicks his legs trying to keep Alexander Gustafsson away.
Alexander Gustafsson takes a kick to the body.
Gustafsson is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Gustafsson cartwheels towards Fedor!
Fedor fights back and evades the cartwheel guard pass.
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko launches an up-kick intended for Alexander Gustafsson's head...
It lands flush with Alexander Gustafsson's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
Gustafsson steps backwards away from Fedor Emelianenko. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Good front kick from Gustafsson!
Fedor stumbles backwards after that one!
The clock says 2:20 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to cut off Gustafsson with punches
Gustafsson reels from the strikes.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Gustafsson is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Alexander Gustafsson tries to show his boxing skills with a one-two combo
and those punches are landing on Fedor's face
Fedor has a small cut in his Mouth
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Gustafsson throws a hook
that hits its mark.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Fedor blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Fedor's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Fedor's side.
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Fedor is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Alexander Gustafsson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Fedor Emelianenko shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Fedor Emelianenko breaks that americana attempt!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Alexander Gustafsson wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Gustafsson drills Fedor Emelianenko's face with a huge right hand! What an impact!
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough! The fight is over! Fedor was not intelligently defending himself!
Fedor's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Fedor has a small cut in his Nose
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by TKO (GnP) at 4:11 Round 2
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 16/23 (70%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 5/7 (71%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 2/2 (100%)
Time on the ground 187 s
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 21/27 (78%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/2 (50%)
GnP strikes 4/7 (57%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 238 s
Phoenix said Fedor's first win over Gusty was a fluke-shit stoppage. It appears he may have been onto something. I look forward to completing this trilogy at some point in the future. They put on good shows.
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