Post by The Sandmen on May 12, 2014 17:26:41 GMT -5
Alexander Gustafsson glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Tito Ortiz doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Gustafsson is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Tito Ortiz fakes a punch and launches himself over Alexander Gustafsson
Great move by Tito who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Tito gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Tito gets hold of a leg and trips Gustafsson to the mat!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
0:36 Round 1 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Tito is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson storms over Tito with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Gustafsson doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Tito's face with his elbows!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Tito is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Tito
Alexander Gustafsson is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Tito locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Alexander Gustafsson unil he can pull his arm free! Gustafsson lost his dominant position.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Khodynka Arena (Moscow, Russia) is cheering him!
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Tito is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Tito Ortiz in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson manages to switch to full guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito is getting frustrated here.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Stand up! This is what Gustafsson's cornermen are shouting. Tito Ortiz is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Tito Ortiz 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
Gustafsson tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Tito throws a lazy kick
Gustafsson dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him in to orbit!
Tito fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Gustafsson
Tito tries to improve position.
Gustafsson adjusts and closes his guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito Ortiz hovers above Gustafsson
Good punches to Gustafsson's body.
Gustafsson ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson breaths deeply while on the ground
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Tito's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tito's side.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson aggressively and repeatedly punches Tito.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Tito's Mouth is beginning to swell
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Tito's being punished here!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz 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 full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson 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 Tito's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson 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
Tito tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Gustafsson is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Gustafsson showing excellent timing, blasts Tito Ortiz with a right hand.
Great hook by Alexander Gustafsson! Tito Ortiz is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Tito's Right eye is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Tito is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson creates space and allows Tito Ortiz to stand up.
Tito climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Brilliant combination from Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Tito misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
makes Tito stumble back!
Alexander Gustafsson closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Tito follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! Tito needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
0:55 Round 2 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Tito Ortiz paws at Gustafsson.
Gustafsson answers with solid punches!
Tito's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Tito launches a hook to the body
Alexander Gustafsson moves aside looking for a counter...
Tito Ortiz tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Gustafsson jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Tito clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Gustafsson who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Tito Ortiz slightly pushes Gustafsson into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Gustafsson wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Tito wants nothing of that and pushes Gustafsson.
Alexander Gustafsson just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Tito may be in trouble!
Tito's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Tito Ortiz!
Gustafsson ducks under...
A right hand from Tito Ortiz
misses its target.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
There is a small laceration on Tito Ortiz's Chin
Tito seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Tito Ortiz is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Gustafsson into his guard.
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Tito staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Tito
Gustafsson throws a few hammer fists to the face of Tito Ortiz
Solid shots!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Tito
Gustafsson struggles on the ground and tries to break Tito Ortiz's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson is in Tito open guard now
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Tito
Tito Ortiz 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 open guard over Tito
Gustafsson moves on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson moves to side mount
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
That North South Choke looks tight...
Tito pushes Alexander Gustafsson forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Tito's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Tito tries to cover his face,
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito Ortiz 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.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Tito's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tito's side.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito Ortiz looks to posture up and open Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson rolls him over and takes his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Tito
Alexander Gustafsson throws his leg over Tito Ortiz's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Alexander Gustafsson's rear naked choke attempt!
Tito Ortiz frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Alexander Gustafsson and ends up on top!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Alexander Gustafsson has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 3
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Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Tito with a double overhooks!
Inside leg kick from Gustafsson
that lands on Tito Ortiz's leg.
Tito hyper-extended his leg
Tito Ortiz goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Gustafsson jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Gustafsson seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Tito moves forward looking for some action
Alexander Gustafsson doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Tito Ortiz shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Tito clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson locks up a guillotine with an arm in...
Tito struggles to free himself
That Arm-in Guillotine looks tight...
He brings Tito Ortiz down to the mat and it looks deep! Tito Ortiz quickly taps before passing out!
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by Submission (Arm-in Guillotine) at 1:01 Round 3
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 14/18 (78%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 25/31 (81%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 392 s
Statistics: Tito Ortiz
Punches 2/10 (20%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 2/4 (50%)
GnP strikes 5/9 (56%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 400 s
It seems like a lot of fighters were tired of a certain team complaining so much, so they opted to not show up for their fights against said team. This is the second legit fighter on this card who 100% did not show up against someone they were without a doubt better than.
That said, it's nice to see some upsets, and hopefully it'll make for an interesting and exciting tournament.
Tito Ortiz doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Gustafsson is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
The fight gets underway.
Tito Ortiz fakes a punch and launches himself over Alexander Gustafsson
Great move by Tito who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Tito gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Tito gets hold of a leg and trips Gustafsson to the mat!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
0:36 Round 1 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Tito is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson storms over Tito with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Gustafsson doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Tito's face with his elbows!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson delivers a few accurate elbows!
Tito is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Tito
Alexander Gustafsson is a submission wizard. He has forgotten more BJJ than most fighters have learned.
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Tito locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Alexander Gustafsson unil he can pull his arm free! Gustafsson lost his dominant position.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Khodynka Arena (Moscow, Russia) is cheering him!
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Tito is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Tito Ortiz in his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson manages to switch to full guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito is getting frustrated here.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Stand up! This is what Gustafsson's cornermen are shouting. Tito Ortiz is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Tito Ortiz 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
Gustafsson tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Tito throws a lazy kick
Gustafsson dodges and fires an uppercut that almost puts him in to orbit!
Tito fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Gustafsson
Tito tries to improve position.
Gustafsson adjusts and closes his guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito Ortiz hovers above Gustafsson
Good punches to Gustafsson's body.
Gustafsson ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson breaths deeply while on the ground
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Tito's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tito's side.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson aggressively and repeatedly punches Tito.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Tito's Mouth is beginning to swell
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Tito's being punished here!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz 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 full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson 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 Tito's moves.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll on the ground...
Gustafsson knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Alexander Gustafsson 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
Tito tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Gustafsson is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Gustafsson showing excellent timing, blasts Tito Ortiz with a right hand.
Great hook by Alexander Gustafsson! Tito Ortiz is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Tito's Right eye is beginning to swell
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Gustafsson is standing while Tito is on the ground on his back
Alexander Gustafsson creates space and allows Tito Ortiz to stand up.
Tito climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Brilliant combination from Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Tito misses a step and Alexander Gustafsson sees an opportunity to counter him!
A right hand from Alexander Gustafsson
makes Tito stumble back!
Alexander Gustafsson closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Tito follows Alexander Gustafsson
only to get counter punched in a big way! Tito needs to stop playing Alexander Gustafsson's game or he'll get knocked out!
The clock says 0:55 in the 2 round
0:55 Round 2 and Gustafsson is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Tito Ortiz paws at Gustafsson.
Gustafsson answers with solid punches!
Tito's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Tito launches a hook to the body
Alexander Gustafsson moves aside looking for a counter...
Tito Ortiz tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Gustafsson jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Tito clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Gustafsson who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The clock says 1:30 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Tito Ortiz slightly pushes Gustafsson into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Gustafsson wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Tito wants nothing of that and pushes Gustafsson.
Alexander Gustafsson just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Tito may be in trouble!
Tito's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Tito Ortiz!
Gustafsson ducks under...
A right hand from Tito Ortiz
misses its target.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
There is a small laceration on Tito Ortiz's Chin
Tito seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Tito Ortiz is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Gustafsson into his guard.
That punishment by Alexander Gustafsson has left Tito staggered! Alexander Gustafsson should try push forward now and finish this!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Tito
Gustafsson throws a few hammer fists to the face of Tito Ortiz
Solid shots!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Tito
Gustafsson struggles on the ground and tries to break Tito Ortiz's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson is in Tito open guard now
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Tito
Tito Ortiz 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 open guard over Tito
Gustafsson moves on the ground
Alexander Gustafsson moves to side mount
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Gustafsson shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
That North South Choke looks tight...
Tito pushes Alexander Gustafsson forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Tito's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Tito tries to cover his face,
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito Ortiz 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.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Tito's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Tito's side.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito Ortiz looks to posture up and open Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito tries to stand up!
Gustafsson doesn't allow him!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Tito is in closed guard... Gustafsson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Alexander Gustafsson is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard...
Alexander Gustafsson rolls him over and takes his back!
Gustafsson is in rear mount over Tito
Alexander Gustafsson throws his leg over Tito Ortiz's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Alexander Gustafsson's rear naked choke attempt!
Tito Ortiz frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Alexander Gustafsson and ends up on top!
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
Alexander Gustafsson has to be confident that he won that round.
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Round 3
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Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Tito with a double overhooks!
Inside leg kick from Gustafsson
that lands on Tito Ortiz's leg.
Tito hyper-extended his leg
Tito Ortiz goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Gustafsson jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Gustafsson seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Tito moves forward looking for some action
Alexander Gustafsson doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Tito Ortiz shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Gustafsson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Tito clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Gustafsson to fight back!
Alexander Gustafsson locks up a guillotine with an arm in...
Tito struggles to free himself
That Arm-in Guillotine looks tight...
He brings Tito Ortiz down to the mat and it looks deep! Tito Ortiz quickly taps before passing out!
Winner is Alexander Gustafsson by Submission (Arm-in Guillotine) at 1:01 Round 3
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 14/18 (78%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 25/31 (81%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 392 s
Statistics: Tito Ortiz
Punches 2/10 (20%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 2/4 (50%)
GnP strikes 5/9 (56%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 400 s
It seems like a lot of fighters were tired of a certain team complaining so much, so they opted to not show up for their fights against said team. This is the second legit fighter on this card who 100% did not show up against someone they were without a doubt better than.
That said, it's nice to see some upsets, and hopefully it'll make for an interesting and exciting tournament.
= x2 (Rua, Liddel(current))
