Post by The Sandmen on Sept 29, 2013 20:16:55 GMT -5
Don Frye looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Alexander Gustafsson looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The Predator and Gustafsson move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Several good body shots
land on The Predator.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Predator is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson aggressively and repeatedly punches The Predator.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The Predator's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson fires a barrage of punches at The Predator's head!
The punches go wide.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson gets a good position on the ground. ..
The Predator holds Alexander Gustafsson arms and counters his opponent punches.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Gustafsson tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling The Predator from the side mount!
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Alexander Gustafsson hooks The Predator's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Don Frye manages to kick Gustafsson away and scrambles on top!
The Predator tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Don Frye attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up The Predator's face with those brutal elbows! The Predator needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Don Frye is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is looking to end this fight with strikes
He starts to pound away at Don Frye, who is barely covering up!
The Predator's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Terrible one sided match... The Predator was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexander Gustafsson caliber.
Gustafsson tries to move to full mount
Gustafsson succeeds
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
The Predator tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexander Gustafsson is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Don Frye 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
The Predator tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Don Frye. 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
Shovel hook by Alexander Gustafsson
tags The Predator.
The Predator steps backwards away from Alexander Gustafsson. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Not a desiderable position that Gustafsson is in now. Don Frye is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Don Frye leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gustafsson
Gustafsson wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Gustafsson goes to the body...
He punishes The Predator's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Don Frye tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gustafsson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Don Frye is in open guard over Gustafsson
Don Frye storms over Gustafsson with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
The Predator doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Gustafsson's face with his elbows!
Don Frye is in open guard over Gustafsson
Don Frye storms over Gustafsson with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
The Predator doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Gustafsson's face with his elbows!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Right eye
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Don Frye is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around The Predator
He succeeds!
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Brilliant combination from Don Frye
that forces Gustafsson to try and defend better.
Don Frye attempts a sweep single...
Don Frye catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Predator.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson breaths deeply while on the ground
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Alexander Gustafsson work his BJJ game.
Alexander Gustafsson gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. The Predator spins out, but Alexander Gustafsson was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
The Predator is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
Gustafsson is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Gustafsson is holding Don Frye's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Don Frye loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Don Frye attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Don Frye...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Don Frye gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is looking to end this fight with strikes
The Predator anticipates his moves and avoids danger.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Gustafsson is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Gustafsson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Alexander Gustafsson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson isolates Don Frye's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Don Frye is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The Predator is trying to counter now!
Don Frye isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gustafsson blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Predator's guard.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
Don Frye attempts a sweep single...
Don Frye catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Predator.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of The Predator's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in The Predator's side.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
The Predator is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Don Frye!
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Good looking punches from Alexander Gustafsson on the ground
They could take their toll on The Predator.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Alexander Gustafsson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The Predator clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:45 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gustafsson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
The Predator tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexander Gustafsson is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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The Predator is swinging for the fences!
Gustafsson backpedals and creates space. Don Frye is asking him if he is going to fight!
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Gustafsson launches a furious hook!
That hits The Predator's chin like a wrecking ball! The Predator loses balance and goes to the mat.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Don Frye. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
A wicked punch by Don Frye
rocks Gustafsson!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Gustafsson.
It looks like The Predator was hit by a bus!
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping right hand...
That lands on The Predator's chin! That stops The Predator in his tracks!
The Predator's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The Predator seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left The Predator staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The fighters are clinching.
Don Frye's corner is turning out to be his worst enemy! Gustafsson is throwing a flurry of punches!
Don Frye just can't get away!
The Predator's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The fighters are clinching.
The Predator pushes Alexander Gustafsson against the fence and launches a few sick punches
Gustafsson blocks and pushes away his opponent creating space between them.
Alexander Gustafsson launches a rapid series of punches
taking The Predator from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The Predator hits the ground hard! That crushing blow from Alexander Gustafsson has left The Predator unconscious! What a finish by Alexander Gustafsson!
The Predator has a small cut in his Right cheek
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (Punches) at 1:40 Round 3
Statistics: Don Frye
Punches 4/6 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 12/25 (48%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 486 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 19/20 (95%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/5 (60%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 24/41 (59%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 486 s
Gustafsson used his reach advantage to shut down a lot of Frye;s offence here. A good showing from GUstafsson. Frye's been better.
Alexander Gustafsson looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
The Predator and Gustafsson move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Several good body shots
land on The Predator.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Predator is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson aggressively and repeatedly punches The Predator.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The Predator's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson fires a barrage of punches at The Predator's head!
The punches go wide.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson gets a good position on the ground. ..
The Predator holds Alexander Gustafsson arms and counters his opponent punches.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Gustafsson tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling The Predator from the side mount!
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Alexander Gustafsson hooks The Predator's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Don Frye manages to kick Gustafsson away and scrambles on top!
The Predator tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Don Frye attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson throws down elbows...
He's tearing up The Predator's face with those brutal elbows! The Predator needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Don Frye is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is looking to end this fight with strikes
He starts to pound away at Don Frye, who is barely covering up!
The Predator's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
Terrible one sided match... The Predator was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexander Gustafsson caliber.
Gustafsson tries to move to full mount
Gustafsson succeeds
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
The Predator tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexander Gustafsson is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Don Frye 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
The Predator tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Don Frye. 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
Shovel hook by Alexander Gustafsson
tags The Predator.
The Predator steps backwards away from Alexander Gustafsson. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:05 in the 1 round
Not a desiderable position that Gustafsson is in now. Don Frye is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Don Frye leans forwards and tries to grapple with Gustafsson
Gustafsson wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Gustafsson goes to the body...
He punishes The Predator's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Don Frye tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gustafsson is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Don Frye is in open guard over Gustafsson
Don Frye storms over Gustafsson with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
The Predator doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Gustafsson's face with his elbows!
Don Frye is in open guard over Gustafsson
Don Frye storms over Gustafsson with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
The Predator doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Gustafsson's face with his elbows!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Right eye
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Don Frye is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around The Predator
He succeeds!
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Brilliant combination from Don Frye
that forces Gustafsson to try and defend better.
Don Frye attempts a sweep single...
Don Frye catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Predator.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson breaths deeply while on the ground
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Alexander Gustafsson work his BJJ game.
Alexander Gustafsson gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. The Predator spins out, but Alexander Gustafsson was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
The Predator is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
Gustafsson is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Gustafsson is holding Don Frye's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Don Frye loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Don Frye attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Don Frye
Alexander Gustafsson looks to mount Don Frye...
Alexander Gustafsson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Don Frye gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Gustafsson tries to cover his face,
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson is looking to end this fight with strikes
The Predator anticipates his moves and avoids danger.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Don Frye attempts to move to full guard
Don Frye manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over The Predator
The Predator tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Gustafsson is in closed guard... The Predator tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Gustafsson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson moves to better his position on the ground...
Alexander Gustafsson viciously slams hammer blows to The Predator's face!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
The Predator is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Alexander Gustafsson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Don Frye 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 Gustafsson's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over The Predator
Gustafsson tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over The Predator
Alexander Gustafsson isolates Don Frye's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Don Frye is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The Predator is trying to counter now!
Don Frye isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gustafsson blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass The Predator's guard.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Torinto Palasport Olimpico (Turin, Italy) are cheering for the fighters.
Don Frye attempts a sweep single...
Don Frye catches Alexander Gustafsson's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Predator.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of The Predator's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in The Predator's side.
Don Frye is in closed guard over Gustafsson
The Predator is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Don Frye!
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Good looking punches from Alexander Gustafsson on the ground
They could take their toll on The Predator.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Don Frye launches a few punches to Gustafsson's cheek from the guard.
Alexander Gustafsson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The Predator clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
Gustafsson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexander Gustafsson controls the situation despite Don Frye efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:45 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
The Predator measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Gustafsson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Don Frye
The Predator tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexander Gustafsson is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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The Predator is swinging for the fences!
Gustafsson backpedals and creates space. Don Frye is asking him if he is going to fight!
Gustafsson is trying to counter now!
Gustafsson launches a furious hook!
That hits The Predator's chin like a wrecking ball! The Predator loses balance and goes to the mat.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Don Frye. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
A wicked punch by Don Frye
rocks Gustafsson!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Gustafsson.
It looks like The Predator was hit by a bus!
Alexander Gustafsson throws a looping right hand...
That lands on The Predator's chin! That stops The Predator in his tracks!
The Predator's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The Predator seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Gustafsson wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left The Predator staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
The fighters are clinching.
Don Frye's corner is turning out to be his worst enemy! Gustafsson is throwing a flurry of punches!
Don Frye just can't get away!
The Predator's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The fighters are clinching.
The Predator pushes Alexander Gustafsson against the fence and launches a few sick punches
Gustafsson blocks and pushes away his opponent creating space between them.
Alexander Gustafsson launches a rapid series of punches
taking The Predator from one end of the cage to the other. That's awesome!
The Predator hits the ground hard! That crushing blow from Alexander Gustafsson has left The Predator unconscious! What a finish by Alexander Gustafsson!
The Predator has a small cut in his Right cheek
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by KO (Punches) at 1:40 Round 3
Statistics: Don Frye
Punches 4/6 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/3 (0%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 12/25 (48%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 486 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 19/20 (95%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/5 (60%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 24/41 (59%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 486 s
Gustafsson used his reach advantage to shut down a lot of Frye;s offence here. A good showing from GUstafsson. Frye's been better.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!