Post by The Sandmen on May 8, 2013 17:07:14 GMT -5
Mark Coleman looks very relaxed.
Lyoto Machida is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
And there you go! I would put my money on Lyoto Machida today.
Mark Coleman comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
Lyoto Machida comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Mark Coleman and Lyoto Machida touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Coleman grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Coleman has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Mark Coleman positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Mark Coleman is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Lyoto's ribs
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Coleman in his guard...
Mark Coleman keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Coleman in his guard...
Lyoto Machida gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman fires a barrage of punches at Lyoto's head!
The punches go wide.
Mark Coleman gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Coleman is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Lyoto Machida pushes Mark Coleman down and prevents his attempts to escape
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Coleman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida tries to better his position on the ground...
Mark Coleman tries to roll on the ground...
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
1:18 Round 1 and Coleman is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Brilliant combination from Mark Coleman
Lyoto is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Lyoto is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Coleman's jaw!
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Coleman moves forward looking for some action
Lyoto Machida struggles a bit before breaking Coleman's attemp of grappling
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Lightning fast low kick from Lyoto!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Mark Coleman tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Lyoto is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Coleman
He is not able to do it
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Coleman
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Mark Coleman fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Lyoto's face!
Lyoto's Mouth is beginning to swell
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Coleman's face!
Coleman's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Good looking punches from Lyoto Machida on the ground
They could take their toll on Coleman.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Mark Coleman. 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.
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Lyoto Machida throws a combo
Coleman punches back but nobody connects.
Mark Coleman gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida chases Coleman and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Coleman steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Coleman's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Lyoto and Coleman circle around the center of the cage.
Coleman fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Mark Coleman aggressively and repeatedly punches Lyoto.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Coleman gets a good position on the ground. ..
Lyoto holds Mark Coleman arms and counters his opponent punches.
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Coleman gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Lyoto Machida! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Lyoto Machida doesn't defend himself!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Mark Coleman tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Lyoto Machida jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Incredible high kick!
Coleman is worried!
Coleman launches a hook to the body
Lyoto Machida moves aside looking for a counter...
Lyoto throws a lazy kick
Coleman blocks and keeps his distance.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Hard blow to Coleman's mid-section, he seems hurt
Lyoto Machida fakes a move and moves laterally.
Lyoto Machida shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Coleman is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lyoto into his guard.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Coleman
Lyoto is in closed guard... Coleman tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Coleman tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Coleman in his guard...
Mark Coleman keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Mark Coleman throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Lyoto's face with those brutal elbows! Lyoto needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Lyoto Machida. 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Coleman avoids a dangerous strike from Lyoto
and counters with a solid straight!
Mark Coleman moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Coleman throws a hook
He fails to land it.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto goes for a low kick..
Coleman avoids the deadly blow.
Quick hook by Mark Coleman
glances off Lyoto's arms.
Coleman moves to shoot
but Lyoto Machida delivers a knee that wrecks him!
Mark Coleman shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Coleman into his guard.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman gets a good position on the ground. ..
Lyoto holds Mark Coleman arms and counters his opponent punches.
Lyoto is trying to counter now!
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto Machida controls the situation despite Mark Coleman efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Coleman tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto tries to open up Mark Coleman's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Coleman in the side of the head
Coleman's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Coleman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida looks to mount Mark Coleman...
Lyoto Machida slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Lyoto Machida, but it's close.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Coleman is holding Lyoto Machida's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Mark Coleman
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Lyoto dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Coleman from the ground!
Shovel hook by Lyoto Machida
tags Coleman.
Coleman's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Lyoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Coleman didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Coleman
Lyoto Machida pushes Mark Coleman against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Lyoto jumps and tries to free his leg! Coleman doesn't allow this but Lyoto Machida is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Coleman
Lyoto Machida tries to free his leg...
Lyoto Machida uses some of his skill by jumping out of Coleman's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
Crushing shot to Coleman's body! He's holding his side
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida looks to mount Mark Coleman...
Lyoto Machida slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Mark Coleman's arm and tries an armbar!
That Armbar from Lyoto Machida appears to be unbreakable
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
That Armbar from Lyoto Machida appears to be unbreakable
That Armbar looks tight...
Coleman hold his own hand and breaks Lyoto's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Lyoto Machida.
Mark Coleman is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Mark Coleman in his guard.
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Mark Coleman is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in half guard over Lyoto
Mark Coleman positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Lyoto covers himself well
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Mark Coleman is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida attempts to move to full guard
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida rolls him over and takes his back!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman
Lyoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Coleman can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Coleman has Lyoto controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Lyoto is unable to move under Coleman control.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Coleman has given his back to Lyoto Machida who is trying to get one hook in!
Lyoto Machida has one hook in!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Coleman measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Lyoto blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto Machida was tooling Mark Coleman for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Mark Coleman lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Lyoto has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Coleman.
Nicely done! Lyoto now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Terrible one sided match... Coleman was not ready to fight a fighter of Lyoto Machida caliber.
Mark Coleman launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Mark Coleman gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Coleman is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Mark Coleman
Coleman is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Mark Coleman fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Lyoto blocks that. It was easy!
Mark Coleman and Lyoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Lyoto Machida is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Lyoto Machida leans forwards and tries to grapple with Coleman
Lyoto shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Coleman tries to breaks Lyoto Machida's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
Coleman doesn't find the right way... He have to improve his position for causing any real damage
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
A right hand from Mark Coleman
gets deflected.
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Superb haymaker by Lyoto
that lands on Coleman's face like a cannon ball!
Coleman's Mouth is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Mark Coleman's Mouth
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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Lyoto Machida fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Coleman moves forward looking for some action
Lyoto Machida struggles a bit before breaking Coleman's attemp of grappling
Mark Coleman tries to bring the fight to the ground
Lyoto won't budge, forcing Coleman to pull guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Coleman
Lyoto tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Lyoto Machida fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Coleman
Lyoto launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Coleman is covering himself! Lyoto tries to force the situation and Coleman clumsily gives his back!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman
Lyoto tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Coleman! Lyoto has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto Machida aggressively and repeatedly punches Coleman.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Coleman has a small cut in his Nose
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto Machida fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Coleman's face!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Coleman has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Coleman is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Coleman is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Lyoto tries to use some of his tricky moves but Lyoto's is smart enough to counter him.
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Coleman.
Nicely done! Lyoto now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Coleman launches a few weak punches
Lyoto blocks them effectively.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Coleman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto Machida slides his arm under Mark Coleman's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
That Rear Naked Choke from Lyoto Machida appears to be unbreakable
Lyoto is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
You can see the pain reflected in Coleman's eyes...
Punishing hold!
Lyoto is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
That Rear Naked Choke looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Mark Coleman pulls down on Lyoto Machida's hand and staves off danger
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Coleman adopts the turtle defense and Lyoto is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Not a desiderable position that Coleman is in now. Lyoto Machida is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Lyoto Machida tries to open Coleman's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Lyoto Machida. Coleman is unable to cover himself now!
Coleman's Forehead is beginning to swell
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto Machida isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Coleman locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Lyoto Machida unil he can pull his arm free! Lyoto lost his dominant position.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida is cooling the fight on the ground
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Mark Coleman attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto Machida fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Mark Coleman! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Lyoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Coleman can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Lyoto follows Mark Coleman
Coleman fakes a move.
Coleman grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Lyoto struggles... Mark Coleman is unable to take him down
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Lyoto Machida!
Coleman is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 5
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Lyoto and Coleman circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
The two exchange wildly
Lyoto is connecting with a few punches
Brilliant combination from Lyoto Machida
that forces Coleman to try and defend better.
Lyoto Machida tries a high kick!
Coleman was covering for a middle kick but that one almost knocked off his head!
Coleman's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Mark Coleman throws a combo
Lyoto Machida ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Coleman swings again, only to get countered once more! Coleman is looking bad here!
Coleman's Chin is beginning to swell
Coleman has a small cut in his Chin
That punishment by Lyoto Machida has left Coleman staggered! Lyoto Machida should try push forward now and finish this!
Coleman doesn't stop bleeding.
Coleman attempts a shoot
Lyoto Machida hops back and delivers a powerful kick to his head!
Coleman hits the ground hard! That crushing blow from Lyoto Machida has left Coleman unconscious! What a finish by Lyoto Machida!
Coleman's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Coleman has a small cut in his Chin
Winner is Lyoto Machida by KO (High kick) at 1:13 Round 5
Statistics: Mark Coleman
Punches 1/21 (5%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 4/10 (40%)
GnP strikes 17/53 (32%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 796 s
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 21/25 (84%)
Kicks 7/9 (78%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 39/42 (93%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 796 s
This was a lot closer than anyone would have predicted, me believes. Coleman's wrestling kept it close, and Machida's skill kept him offensive. Coleman has now become tough as steel testicles on a bronze bull, and survived a sack-load of damage before finally dying in the 5th.
Lyoto Machida is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
And there you go! I would put my money on Lyoto Machida today.
Mark Coleman comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
Lyoto Machida comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Mark Coleman and Lyoto Machida touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Coleman grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Coleman has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Mark Coleman positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Mark Coleman is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Lyoto's ribs
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Coleman in his guard...
Mark Coleman keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Coleman in his guard...
Lyoto Machida gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman fires a barrage of punches at Lyoto's head!
The punches go wide.
Mark Coleman gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Coleman is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Lyoto Machida pushes Mark Coleman down and prevents his attempts to escape
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Coleman clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto Machida tries to better his position on the ground...
Mark Coleman tries to roll on the ground...
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
1:18 Round 1 and Coleman is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Brilliant combination from Mark Coleman
Lyoto is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Lyoto is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Coleman's jaw!
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Coleman moves forward looking for some action
Lyoto Machida struggles a bit before breaking Coleman's attemp of grappling
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Lightning fast low kick from Lyoto!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Mark Coleman tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Lyoto is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Coleman
He is not able to do it
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Coleman
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Mark Coleman fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Lyoto's face!
Lyoto's Mouth is beginning to swell
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Coleman's face!
Coleman's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Good looking punches from Lyoto Machida on the ground
They could take their toll on Coleman.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Mark Coleman. 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.
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Lyoto Machida throws a combo
Coleman punches back but nobody connects.
Mark Coleman gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida chases Coleman and launches a few perfect strikes
Here we go! Coleman steps backwards when those punches connect with his face
Coleman's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Lyoto and Coleman circle around the center of the cage.
Coleman fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Mark Coleman aggressively and repeatedly punches Lyoto.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Coleman gets a good position on the ground. ..
Lyoto holds Mark Coleman arms and counters his opponent punches.
Mark Coleman is in open guard over Lyoto
Coleman gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Lyoto Machida! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Lyoto Machida doesn't defend himself!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Mark Coleman tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Lyoto Machida jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Incredible high kick!
Coleman is worried!
Coleman launches a hook to the body
Lyoto Machida moves aside looking for a counter...
Lyoto throws a lazy kick
Coleman blocks and keeps his distance.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Hard blow to Coleman's mid-section, he seems hurt
Lyoto Machida fakes a move and moves laterally.
Lyoto Machida shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Coleman is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Lyoto into his guard.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Coleman
Lyoto is in closed guard... Coleman tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Coleman tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and trap Mark Coleman in his guard...
Mark Coleman keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Mark Coleman throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Lyoto's face with those brutal elbows! Lyoto needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Mark Coleman is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Lyoto Machida. 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Coleman avoids a dangerous strike from Lyoto
and counters with a solid straight!
Mark Coleman moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Coleman throws a hook
He fails to land it.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto goes for a low kick..
Coleman avoids the deadly blow.
Quick hook by Mark Coleman
glances off Lyoto's arms.
Coleman moves to shoot
but Lyoto Machida delivers a knee that wrecks him!
Mark Coleman shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Coleman into his guard.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman gets a good position on the ground. ..
Lyoto holds Mark Coleman arms and counters his opponent punches.
Lyoto is trying to counter now!
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto Machida controls the situation despite Mark Coleman efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Coleman tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto tries to open up Mark Coleman's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Coleman in the side of the head
Coleman's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Coleman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida looks to mount Mark Coleman...
Lyoto Machida slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Lyoto Machida, but it's close.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Coleman is holding Lyoto Machida's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Mark Coleman
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Lyoto dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Coleman from the ground!
Shovel hook by Lyoto Machida
tags Coleman.
Coleman's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Lyoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Coleman didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Coleman
Lyoto Machida pushes Mark Coleman against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Lyoto jumps and tries to free his leg! Coleman doesn't allow this but Lyoto Machida is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Coleman
Lyoto Machida tries to free his leg...
Lyoto Machida uses some of his skill by jumping out of Coleman's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
Crushing shot to Coleman's body! He's holding his side
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto Machida looks to mount Mark Coleman...
Lyoto Machida slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Lyoto fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Mark Coleman's arm and tries an armbar!
That Armbar from Lyoto Machida appears to be unbreakable
Crippling lock!
Punishing hold!
That Armbar from Lyoto Machida appears to be unbreakable
That Armbar looks tight...
Coleman hold his own hand and breaks Lyoto's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Lyoto Machida.
Mark Coleman is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Mark Coleman in his guard.
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Mark Coleman is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto measures the resilience of Coleman's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Coleman's side.
Mark Coleman is in half guard over Lyoto
Mark Coleman positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Lyoto covers himself well
The clock says 2:15 in the 3 round
Mark Coleman is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida attempts to move to full guard
Lyoto Machida manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Coleman is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Mark Coleman!
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Mark Coleman
Mark Coleman tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida rolls him over and takes his back!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman
Lyoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Coleman can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Coleman has Lyoto controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Lyoto is unable to move under Coleman control.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Coleman has given his back to Lyoto Machida who is trying to get one hook in!
Lyoto Machida has one hook in!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Coleman measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Lyoto blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto Machida was tooling Mark Coleman for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Mark Coleman lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Lyoto has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Coleman.
Nicely done! Lyoto now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Terrible one sided match... Coleman was not ready to fight a fighter of Lyoto Machida caliber.
Mark Coleman launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Mark Coleman gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Dan Miragliotta has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Coleman is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Mark Coleman
Coleman is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Mark Coleman fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Lyoto blocks that. It was easy!
Mark Coleman and Lyoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Lyoto Machida is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Lyoto Machida leans forwards and tries to grapple with Coleman
Lyoto shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Coleman tries to breaks Lyoto Machida's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
Coleman doesn't find the right way... He have to improve his position for causing any real damage
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Lyoto Machida fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
A right hand from Mark Coleman
gets deflected.
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Superb haymaker by Lyoto
that lands on Coleman's face like a cannon ball!
Coleman's Mouth is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Mark Coleman's Mouth
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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Lyoto Machida fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Coleman moves forward looking for some action
Lyoto Machida struggles a bit before breaking Coleman's attemp of grappling
Mark Coleman tries to bring the fight to the ground
Lyoto won't budge, forcing Coleman to pull guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Coleman
Lyoto tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Lyoto Machida fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Coleman
Lyoto launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Coleman is covering himself! Lyoto tries to force the situation and Coleman clumsily gives his back!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman
Lyoto tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Coleman! Lyoto has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto Machida aggressively and repeatedly punches Coleman.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Coleman has a small cut in his Nose
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto Machida fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Coleman's face!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Mark Coleman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Lyoto's moves.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Coleman has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Coleman is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Coleman is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Lyoto tries to use some of his tricky moves but Lyoto's is smart enough to counter him.
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with one hook in
Lyoto has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Coleman.
Nicely done! Lyoto now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Coleman launches a few weak punches
Lyoto blocks them effectively.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Coleman tries to stand up!
Lyoto doesn't allow him!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto Machida slides his arm under Mark Coleman's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
That Rear Naked Choke from Lyoto Machida appears to be unbreakable
Lyoto is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
You can see the pain reflected in Coleman's eyes...
Punishing hold!
Lyoto is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
That Rear Naked Choke looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Mark Coleman pulls down on Lyoto Machida's hand and staves off danger
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Coleman adopts the turtle defense and Lyoto is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Coleman, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Lyoto moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Coleman!
Lyoto has one of his arm over Mark Coleman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto Machida hovers above Coleman
Good punches to Coleman's body.
The clock says 4:20 in the 4 round
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Not a desiderable position that Coleman is in now. Lyoto Machida is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Lyoto Machida tries to open Coleman's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Lyoto Machida. Coleman is unable to cover himself now!
Coleman's Forehead is beginning to swell
Lyoto is in rear mount over Coleman with two hooks in
Lyoto Machida isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Coleman locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Lyoto Machida unil he can pull his arm free! Lyoto lost his dominant position.
Mark Coleman is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida is cooling the fight on the ground
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Mark Coleman attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto Machida fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Mark Coleman! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Lyoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Coleman can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Lyoto follows Mark Coleman
Coleman fakes a move.
Coleman grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Lyoto struggles... Mark Coleman is unable to take him down
Coleman misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Lyoto Machida!
Coleman is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 5
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Lyoto and Coleman circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
The two exchange wildly
Lyoto is connecting with a few punches
Brilliant combination from Lyoto Machida
that forces Coleman to try and defend better.
Lyoto Machida tries a high kick!
Coleman was covering for a middle kick but that one almost knocked off his head!
Coleman's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Mark Coleman throws a combo
Lyoto Machida ducks under and catches him with a counter straight! Coleman swings again, only to get countered once more! Coleman is looking bad here!
Coleman's Chin is beginning to swell
Coleman has a small cut in his Chin
That punishment by Lyoto Machida has left Coleman staggered! Lyoto Machida should try push forward now and finish this!
Coleman doesn't stop bleeding.
Coleman attempts a shoot
Lyoto Machida hops back and delivers a powerful kick to his head!
Coleman hits the ground hard! That crushing blow from Lyoto Machida has left Coleman unconscious! What a finish by Lyoto Machida!
Coleman's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Coleman has a small cut in his Chin
Winner is Lyoto Machida by KO (High kick) at 1:13 Round 5
Statistics: Mark Coleman
Punches 1/21 (5%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 4/10 (40%)
GnP strikes 17/53 (32%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 796 s
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 21/25 (84%)
Kicks 7/9 (78%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 39/42 (93%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 796 s
This was a lot closer than anyone would have predicted, me believes. Coleman's wrestling kept it close, and Machida's skill kept him offensive. Coleman has now become tough as steel testicles on a bronze bull, and survived a sack-load of damage before finally dying in the 5th.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!