Post by The Rocketmen on Jul 14, 2013 18:35:25 GMT -5
Ryo-san Hazuki looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
Brett Solberg looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Brett Solberg is the favourite by the betting sites on internet.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Hacker and BK move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Ryo-san Hazuki moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Hacker moves backwards and Brett Solberg is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
BK is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Ryo-san Hazuki is in open guard over BK
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to pass to half guard...
Brett Solberg's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in open guard over BK
BK tries to close his guard around Hacker
He succeeds!
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Brett Solberg rolls Ryo-san Hazuki to his stomach and takes his back!
BK is in rear mount over Hacker
Hacker has BK controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
BK is unable to move under Hacker control.
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Brett Solberg isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Hacker locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Brett Solberg unil he can pull his arm free! BK lost his dominant position.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and trap Brett Solberg in his guard...
Brett Solberg keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes BK's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Ryo-san Hazuki is in half guard over BK
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to free his leg...
BK rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Brett Solberg is in side mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker tries to show some ground skills
Ryo-san Hazuki put BK in half guard.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to close the guard.
Hacker put Brett Solberg in closed guard.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
You can hear some sparse boos from the fans.
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Brett Solberg!
Ryo-san Hazuki is in full mount over Brett Solberg
Hacker is taking this opportunity to rest.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
BK dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Hacker from the ground!
BK launches a furious hook!
That hits Hacker's chin like a wrecking ball! Hacker loses balance and goes to the mat.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
BK is standing while Hacker is on the ground on his back
Hacker tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Ryo-san Hazuki is on his feet again.
Hacker decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Hacker moves back and takes a deep breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Ryo-san Hazuki looks rather shattered.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Hacker cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as BK can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
Timely defense by Hacker.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
A high kick from Ryo-san Hazuki
falls short of the mark.
The clock says 4:35 in the 1 round
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Brett Solberg is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Hacker pushes Brett Solberg and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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Brett Solberg fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Ryo-san Hazuki is in side mount over Brett Solberg
Brett Solberg attempts to trap Ryo-san Hazuki in his guard.
Brett Solberg manages to switch to full guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker struggles on the ground and tries to break Brett Solberg's guard...
BK doesn't want to free his opponent and Hacker continues in closed guard
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
BK moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Ryo-san Hazuki breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Ryo-san Hazuki. 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 MGM Grand Garden Arena (Las Vegas, NV) are cheering for the fighters.
Ryo-san Hazuki shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Brett Solberg is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Hacker into his guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to better his position on the ground...
BK holds Ryo-san Hazuki's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Hacker clumsily fails here and it's time for Brett Solberg to fight back!
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker tries to escape from the closed guard
Ryo-san Hazuki any adventage in the ground.
BK is trying to counter now!
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Josh Rosenthal 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.
An overhand right from Brett Solberg that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Hacker moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
Ryo-san Hazuki fakes a punch and launches himself over Brett Solberg
BK counters with a few fake punches and then backpedals
Ryo-san Hazuki goes with a looping right hand while Brett Solberg jumps back and jabs
Hacker only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Brett Solberg fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to bring the fight to the ground
BK won't budge, forcing Hacker to pull guard.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Hacker misses a step and Brett Solberg sees an opportunity to counter him!
Brett Solberg looks to posture up and open Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
BK is trying to counter now!
BK tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Hacker leans and gets Brett Solberg's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
BK is trying to counter now!
Brett Solberg tries to better his position on the ground...
Hacker holds Brett Solberg's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in MGM Grand Garden Arena (Las Vegas, NV) are cheering for the fighters.
BK pushes Ryo-san Hazuki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
Poorly executed technique. Brett Solberg looks to counter!
BK feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
Hacker moves aside and dodges.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to bring the fight to the ground
BK won't budge, forcing Hacker to pull guard.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
Hacker works on the ground with his fingers over BK's face
BK shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is getting frustrated here.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Hacker clumsily fails here and it's time for Brett Solberg to fight back!
Brett Solberg looks to posture up and open Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
This match is even... This could go the distance.
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
BK tries to escape from closed guard...
Hacker waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Brett Solberg! He is reversed and nor Ryo-san Hazuki is on 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.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Hacker pushes Brett Solberg and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Brett Solberg can end the fight with his ground and pound.
A wicked punch by Brett Solberg
rocks Hacker!
BK studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Ryo-san Hazuki attempts a sweep single...
Ryo-san Hazuki catches Brett Solberg's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Hacker.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker tries to escape from closed guard...
BK waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Ryo-san Hazuki! He is reversed and nor Brett Solberg is on half guard!
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
BK is getting frustrated here.
Ryo-san Hazuki gets sloppy and Brett Solberg tries to take advantage...
Brett Solberg isolates Ryo-san Hazuki's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Ryo-san Hazuki is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Brett Solberg tries to free his leg
Ryo-san Hazuki moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Ryo-san Hazuki looks rather shattered.
Hacker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
BK struggles... Ryo-san Hazuki is unable to take him down
Ryo-san Hazuki gets sloppy and Brett Solberg tries to take advantage...
Incredible haymaker from Brett Solberg!
It misses by a mile.
BK dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Brett Solberg gets sloppy and Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take advantage...
Hacker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
BK struggles... Ryo-san Hazuki is unable to take him down
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Hacker throws a lazy kick
BK blocks and keeps his distance.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Brett Solberg jumps backwards and frees his leg.
An overhand right from Brett Solberg that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Hacker moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Ryo-san Hazuki fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Hacker steps backwards away from Brett Solberg. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Hacker fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
BK sprawls and remains on his feet.
BK and Hacker are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Brutal combination from Brett Solberg!
Hacker moves aside and dodges.
BK begins to launch a barrage of punches over Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki is smart enough to duck backwards
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
Ryo-san Hazuki moves forward and launches a low kick.
BK blocks that.
BK has his hand down and he is just willing the round to end. He will need better cardio training in the future.
Brett Solberg goes with a looping right hand while Ryo-san Hazuki jumps back and jabs
BK only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to bring the fight to the ground
BK won't budge, forcing Hacker to pull guard.
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK tries to escape from the closed guard
Brett Solberg any adventage in the ground.
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Brett Solberg is looking to pass Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
You can hear some sparse boos from the fans.
Brett Solberg tries to better his position on the ground...
Hacker holds Brett Solberg's head against his chin in the closed guard.
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position 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 MGM Grand Garden Arena (Las Vegas, NV) are cheering for the fighters.
BK moves backwards and Ryo-san Hazuki is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Hacker steps backwards away from Brett Solberg. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Josh Rosenthal 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 4
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Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in side mount over Brett Solberg
BK tries to show some ground skills
Brett Solberg put Hacker in half guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in half guard over BK
Brett Solberg attempts to move to full guard
Brett Solberg manages to switch to full guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki creates enough space to control Brett Solberg's leg.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
BK is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Brett Solberg tries to pass Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki attempts to move to full guard
Brett Solberg keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
BK launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Ryo-san Hazuki rolls over himself and stands up while Brett Solberg rolls on his back.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Brett Solberg. 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 two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
BK throws a low kick
Ryo-san Hazuki blocks.
Brett Solberg gets sloppy and Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take advantage...
Solid jabs from Ryo-san Hazuki.
BK defends.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Hacker pushes Brett Solberg and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Surprise roundhouse punch by BK.
Ryo-san Hazuki's reflexes save him!
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
Hacker wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
BK wants nothing of that and pushes Hacker.
An overhand right from Brett Solberg that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Hacker moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
This is starting to resemble a Floyd Mayweather fight. You can here the boos starting.
Ryo-san Hazuki takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Hacker cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as BK can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Some of the people here are booing!
Surprise roundhouse punch by BK.
Ryo-san Hazuki's reflexes save him!
Poorly executed technique. Ryo-san Hazuki looks to counter!
Hacker wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
BK wants nothing of that and pushes Hacker.
Ryo-san Hazuki looks rather shattered.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Brett Solberg and Hacker engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Incredible haymaker from Brett Solberg!
It misses by a mile.
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
BK decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. BK moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
You can hear some sparse boos from the fans.
Brett Solberg goes with a looping right hand while Ryo-san Hazuki jumps back and jabs
BK only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg charges at Hacker throwing flurries left and right.
Ryo-san Hazuki gets out of the way.
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
Ryo-san Hazuki shoots for a double leg takedown!
Brett Solberg sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Brett Solberg and Hacker engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Hacker steps backwards away from Brett Solberg. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Hacker decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Hacker moves back and takes a deep breath.
Hacker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
BK struggles... Ryo-san Hazuki is unable to take him down
Hacker clumsily fails here and it's time for Brett Solberg to fight back!
Brett Solberg chases Hacker and launches a few perfect strikes
Hacker ducks backwards and avoids them.
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Ryo-san Hazuki fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Ryo-san Hazuki attempts a sweep single...
Ryo-san Hazuki catches Brett Solberg's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Hacker.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Brett Solberg pushes Ryo-san Hazuki down and prevents his attempts to escape
Hacker misses a step and Brett Solberg sees an opportunity to counter him!
BK catch Ryo-san Hazuki's left arm and tries a kimura
Ryo-san Hazuki holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker tries to escape from the full mount...
Hacker struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Hacker tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Hacker measures the resilience of BK's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
BK blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki creates enough space to control Brett Solberg's leg.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Brett Solberg pushes Hacker's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Hacker wraps his legs while he holds Brett Solberg's head... Tight guard!
Poorly executed technique. Ryo-san Hazuki looks to counter!
Hacker measures the resilience of BK's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
BK blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
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.
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Hacker looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Brett Solberg's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
BK moves backwards and Ryo-san Hazuki is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Brett Solberg circles around Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki throws a combo
BK punches back but nobody connects.
Hacker tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Hacker moves forward looking for some action
Brett Solberg struggles a bit before breaking Hacker's attemp of grappling
Brett Solberg is opening up on Hacker and raining down combinations!
Hacker doesn't look worried as he defends.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
BK looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Brett Solberg's mind is definitely in the fight, Hacker just got nailed! Brett Solberg saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Hacker moves aside and dodges.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker misses a step and Brett Solberg sees an opportunity to counter him!
BK dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Brett Solberg and Hacker engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
BK steps backwards away from Ryo-san Hazuki. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Brett Solberg throws a looping left hand...
That lands on Hacker's chin! That stops Hacker in his tracks!
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
BK looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
BK studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
BK pushes Ryo-san Hazuki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Hacker decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Hacker moves back and takes a deep breath.
Hacker fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
BK sprawls and remains on his feet.
This is starting to resemble a Floyd Mayweather fight. You can here the boos starting.
BK decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. BK moves back and takes a deep breath.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
Judge: Ryo-san Hazuki 10 9 9 10 9: 47
Judge: Brett Solberg 9 10 10 9 10: 48
Judge: Ryo-san Hazuki 10 10 10 9 9: 48
Judge: Brett Solberg 9 9 9 10 10: 47
Judge: Ryo-san Hazuki 9 10 9 9 9: 46
Judge: Brett Solberg 10 9 10 10 10: 49
Winner is Brett Solberg by Split decision at 5:00 Round 5
Statistics: Ryo-san Hazuki
Punches 24/49 (49%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 6/20 (30%)
GnP strikes 0/4 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/2 (0%)
Damage caused 49,75
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 0
Time on the ground 495 s
Statistics: Brett Solberg
Punches 31/91 (34%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 67,38
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 0
Time on the ground 482 s
What a sloppy, boring fight. Didn't look like either of these two wanted to advance in the tournament.
Brett Solberg looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Brett Solberg is the favourite by the betting sites on internet.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Hacker and BK move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Ryo-san Hazuki moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Hacker moves backwards and Brett Solberg is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
BK is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Ryo-san Hazuki is in open guard over BK
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to pass to half guard...
Brett Solberg's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in open guard over BK
BK tries to close his guard around Hacker
He succeeds!
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Brett Solberg rolls Ryo-san Hazuki to his stomach and takes his back!
BK is in rear mount over Hacker
Hacker has BK controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
BK is unable to move under Hacker control.
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Brett Solberg isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Hacker locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Brett Solberg unil he can pull his arm free! BK lost his dominant position.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and trap Brett Solberg in his guard...
Brett Solberg keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes BK's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Ryo-san Hazuki is in half guard over BK
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to free his leg...
BK rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Brett Solberg is in side mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker tries to show some ground skills
Ryo-san Hazuki put BK in half guard.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to close the guard.
Hacker put Brett Solberg in closed guard.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
You can hear some sparse boos from the fans.
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Brett Solberg!
Ryo-san Hazuki is in full mount over Brett Solberg
Hacker is taking this opportunity to rest.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
BK dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Hacker from the ground!
BK launches a furious hook!
That hits Hacker's chin like a wrecking ball! Hacker loses balance and goes to the mat.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
BK is standing while Hacker is on the ground on his back
Hacker tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Ryo-san Hazuki is on his feet again.
Hacker decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Hacker moves back and takes a deep breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Ryo-san Hazuki looks rather shattered.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Hacker cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as BK can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
A shot seen throughout the arena!
Timely defense by Hacker.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
A high kick from Ryo-san Hazuki
falls short of the mark.
The clock says 4:35 in the 1 round
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Brett Solberg is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Hacker pushes Brett Solberg and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 2
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Brett Solberg fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Ryo-san Hazuki is in side mount over Brett Solberg
Brett Solberg attempts to trap Ryo-san Hazuki in his guard.
Brett Solberg manages to switch to full guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker struggles on the ground and tries to break Brett Solberg's guard...
BK doesn't want to free his opponent and Hacker continues in closed guard
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
BK moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Ryo-san Hazuki breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Ryo-san Hazuki. 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 MGM Grand Garden Arena (Las Vegas, NV) are cheering for the fighters.
Ryo-san Hazuki shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Brett Solberg is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Hacker into his guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to better his position on the ground...
BK holds Ryo-san Hazuki's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Hacker clumsily fails here and it's time for Brett Solberg to fight back!
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker tries to escape from the closed guard
Ryo-san Hazuki any adventage in the ground.
BK is trying to counter now!
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Ryo-san Hazuki uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Josh Rosenthal 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.
An overhand right from Brett Solberg that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Hacker moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
Ryo-san Hazuki fakes a punch and launches himself over Brett Solberg
BK counters with a few fake punches and then backpedals
Ryo-san Hazuki goes with a looping right hand while Brett Solberg jumps back and jabs
Hacker only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Brett Solberg fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to bring the fight to the ground
BK won't budge, forcing Hacker to pull guard.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Hacker misses a step and Brett Solberg sees an opportunity to counter him!
Brett Solberg looks to posture up and open Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
BK is trying to counter now!
BK tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Hacker leans and gets Brett Solberg's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
BK is trying to counter now!
Brett Solberg tries to better his position on the ground...
Hacker holds Brett Solberg's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in MGM Grand Garden Arena (Las Vegas, NV) are cheering for the fighters.
BK pushes Ryo-san Hazuki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
Poorly executed technique. Brett Solberg looks to counter!
BK feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
Hacker moves aside and dodges.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to bring the fight to the ground
BK won't budge, forcing Hacker to pull guard.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
Hacker works on the ground with his fingers over BK's face
BK shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is getting frustrated here.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Hacker clumsily fails here and it's time for Brett Solberg to fight back!
Brett Solberg looks to posture up and open Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
This match is even... This could go the distance.
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
BK tries to escape from closed guard...
Hacker waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Brett Solberg! He is reversed and nor Ryo-san Hazuki is on 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.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Hacker pushes Brett Solberg and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Brett Solberg can end the fight with his ground and pound.
A wicked punch by Brett Solberg
rocks Hacker!
BK studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Ryo-san Hazuki attempts a sweep single...
Ryo-san Hazuki catches Brett Solberg's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Hacker.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker tries to escape from closed guard...
BK waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Ryo-san Hazuki! He is reversed and nor Brett Solberg is on half guard!
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
BK is getting frustrated here.
Ryo-san Hazuki gets sloppy and Brett Solberg tries to take advantage...
Brett Solberg isolates Ryo-san Hazuki's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Ryo-san Hazuki is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Brett Solberg tries to free his leg
Ryo-san Hazuki moves fast and both fighters exchange some weak punches while climbing to their feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Ryo-san Hazuki looks rather shattered.
Hacker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
BK struggles... Ryo-san Hazuki is unable to take him down
Ryo-san Hazuki gets sloppy and Brett Solberg tries to take advantage...
Incredible haymaker from Brett Solberg!
It misses by a mile.
BK dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Brett Solberg gets sloppy and Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take advantage...
Hacker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
BK struggles... Ryo-san Hazuki is unable to take him down
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Hacker throws a lazy kick
BK blocks and keeps his distance.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Brett Solberg jumps backwards and frees his leg.
An overhand right from Brett Solberg that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Hacker moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
Ryo-san Hazuki fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Hacker steps backwards away from Brett Solberg. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Hacker fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
BK sprawls and remains on his feet.
BK and Hacker are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Brutal combination from Brett Solberg!
Hacker moves aside and dodges.
BK begins to launch a barrage of punches over Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki is smart enough to duck backwards
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
Ryo-san Hazuki moves forward and launches a low kick.
BK blocks that.
BK has his hand down and he is just willing the round to end. He will need better cardio training in the future.
Brett Solberg goes with a looping right hand while Ryo-san Hazuki jumps back and jabs
BK only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to bring the fight to the ground
BK won't budge, forcing Hacker to pull guard.
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK tries to escape from the closed guard
Brett Solberg any adventage in the ground.
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
A few fans don't like what they are seeing and begin to boo!
Brett Solberg is looking to pass Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
You can hear some sparse boos from the fans.
Brett Solberg tries to better his position on the ground...
Hacker holds Brett Solberg's head against his chin in the closed guard.
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Brett Solberg is in closed guard over Hacker
BK is in closed guard... Hacker tries to roll on the ground!
Brett Solberg uses his leg to keep his position 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 MGM Grand Garden Arena (Las Vegas, NV) are cheering for the fighters.
BK moves backwards and Ryo-san Hazuki is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Hacker steps backwards away from Brett Solberg. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Josh Rosenthal 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 4
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Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in side mount over Brett Solberg
BK tries to show some ground skills
Brett Solberg put Hacker in half guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in half guard over BK
Brett Solberg attempts to move to full guard
Brett Solberg manages to switch to full guard.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
The clock says 0:55 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki creates enough space to control Brett Solberg's leg.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
BK is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Brett Solberg tries to pass Ryo-san Hazuki's guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki attempts to move to full guard
Brett Solberg keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
BK launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Ryo-san Hazuki rolls over himself and stands up while Brett Solberg rolls on his back.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Brett Solberg. 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 two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
BK throws a low kick
Ryo-san Hazuki blocks.
Brett Solberg gets sloppy and Ryo-san Hazuki tries to take advantage...
Solid jabs from Ryo-san Hazuki.
BK defends.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Hacker pushes Brett Solberg and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Surprise roundhouse punch by BK.
Ryo-san Hazuki's reflexes save him!
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
Hacker wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
BK wants nothing of that and pushes Hacker.
An overhand right from Brett Solberg that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Hacker moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
This is starting to resemble a Floyd Mayweather fight. You can here the boos starting.
Ryo-san Hazuki takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Hacker cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as BK can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Some of the people here are booing!
Surprise roundhouse punch by BK.
Ryo-san Hazuki's reflexes save him!
Poorly executed technique. Ryo-san Hazuki looks to counter!
Hacker wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
BK wants nothing of that and pushes Hacker.
Ryo-san Hazuki looks rather shattered.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Brett Solberg and Hacker engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Incredible haymaker from Brett Solberg!
It misses by a mile.
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
BK decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. BK moves back and takes a deep breath.
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
You can hear some sparse boos from the fans.
Brett Solberg goes with a looping right hand while Ryo-san Hazuki jumps back and jabs
BK only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
The clock says 4:05 in the 4 round
Brett Solberg charges at Hacker throwing flurries left and right.
Ryo-san Hazuki gets out of the way.
BK clumsily fails here and it's time for Ryo-san Hazuki to fight back!
Ryo-san Hazuki shoots for a double leg takedown!
Brett Solberg sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Brett Solberg and Hacker engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Hacker steps backwards away from Brett Solberg. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Hacker decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Hacker moves back and takes a deep breath.
Hacker grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
BK struggles... Ryo-san Hazuki is unable to take him down
Hacker clumsily fails here and it's time for Brett Solberg to fight back!
Brett Solberg chases Hacker and launches a few perfect strikes
Hacker ducks backwards and avoids them.
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Ryo-san Hazuki fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Ryo-san Hazuki attempts a sweep single...
Ryo-san Hazuki catches Brett Solberg's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Hacker.
Ryo-san Hazuki is in closed guard over BK
Hacker is in closed guard... BK tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki!
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Brett Solberg pushes Ryo-san Hazuki down and prevents his attempts to escape
Hacker misses a step and Brett Solberg sees an opportunity to counter him!
BK catch Ryo-san Hazuki's left arm and tries a kimura
Ryo-san Hazuki holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker tries to escape from the full mount...
Hacker struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Hacker tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Hacker measures the resilience of BK's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
BK blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
Brett Solberg is in full mount over Ryo-san Hazuki
Ryo-san Hazuki tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ryo-san Hazuki creates enough space to control Brett Solberg's leg.
Brett Solberg is in half guard over Hacker
Brett Solberg pushes Hacker's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Hacker wraps his legs while he holds Brett Solberg's head... Tight guard!
Poorly executed technique. Ryo-san Hazuki looks to counter!
Hacker measures the resilience of BK's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
BK blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
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.
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Hacker looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Brett Solberg's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
BK moves backwards and Ryo-san Hazuki is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Brett Solberg circles around Hacker
Ryo-san Hazuki throws a combo
BK punches back but nobody connects.
Hacker tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Hacker moves forward looking for some action
Brett Solberg struggles a bit before breaking Hacker's attemp of grappling
Brett Solberg is opening up on Hacker and raining down combinations!
Hacker doesn't look worried as he defends.
Hacker is trying to counter now!
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
BK looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Brett Solberg's mind is definitely in the fight, Hacker just got nailed! Brett Solberg saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Hacker moves aside and dodges.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
Hacker misses a step and Brett Solberg sees an opportunity to counter him!
BK dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that misses by an inch!
Brett Solberg and Hacker engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 3:25 in the 5 round
Ryo-san Hazuki and BK engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
BK steps backwards away from Ryo-san Hazuki. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Hacker is holding Brett Solberg's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Brett Solberg shows great balance while pushing away Ryo-san Hazuki
BK tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Brett Solberg throws a looping left hand...
That lands on Hacker's chin! That stops Hacker in his tracks!
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
BK looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
BK studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
BK and Hacker circle around the center of the cage.
BK pushes Ryo-san Hazuki and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Hacker decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Hacker moves back and takes a deep breath.
Hacker fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
BK sprawls and remains on his feet.
This is starting to resemble a Floyd Mayweather fight. You can here the boos starting.
BK decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. BK moves back and takes a deep breath.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
Judge: Ryo-san Hazuki 10 9 9 10 9: 47
Judge: Brett Solberg 9 10 10 9 10: 48
Judge: Ryo-san Hazuki 10 10 10 9 9: 48
Judge: Brett Solberg 9 9 9 10 10: 47
Judge: Ryo-san Hazuki 9 10 9 9 9: 46
Judge: Brett Solberg 10 9 10 10 10: 49
Winner is Brett Solberg by Split decision at 5:00 Round 5
Statistics: Ryo-san Hazuki
Punches 24/49 (49%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 6/20 (30%)
GnP strikes 0/4 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/2 (0%)
Damage caused 49,75
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 0
Time on the ground 495 s
Statistics: Brett Solberg
Punches 31/91 (34%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 67,38
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 0
Time on the ground 482 s
What a sloppy, boring fight. Didn't look like either of these two wanted to advance in the tournament.
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