Post by The Sandmen on Jun 21, 2014 15:05:42 GMT -5
Ferocious staredown by Lyoto while Mario Yamasaki recites the rules.
Fedor Emelianenko raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Lyoto Machida is going to have a hard fight according to the bets.
Lyoto Machida comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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Lyoto and Fedor move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Lyoto Machida fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor counters with a few fake punches and then backpedals
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Lyoto fires low kicks
that fail to land.
Fedor Emelianenko closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Lyoto Machida's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Lyoto uses his forearms to block the impact!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Fedor blocks them effectively.
Lyoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Fedor tries to escape from closed guard...
Fedor struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko tries to free his leg...
Lyoto rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko manages to switch to half guard.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fedor
Lyoto Machida isolates Fedor Emelianenko's left arm looking for an armbar...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Lyoto Machida lost his dominant position.
Lyoto Machida gets sloppy and Fedor Emelianenko tries to take advantage...
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Lyoto's side.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Fedor put Lyoto Machida in closed guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Fedor is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto struggles and frees his leg!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Lyoto from the side mount!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko keeps control and remains in side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor Emelianenko looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Fedor Emelianenko slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Lyoto's being punished here!
There is a small laceration on Lyoto Machida's Forehead
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Fedor Emelianenko 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
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Lyoto won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Lyoto blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto Machida tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Lyoto Machida passes momentarily but Fedor Emelianenko regains full guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Lyoto Machida creates enough space to control Fedor Emelianenko's leg.
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko isolates Lyoto Machida's left arm looking for an armbar...
Lyoto Machida manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Fedor Emelianenko lost his dominant position.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fedor's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fedor tries to cover his face,
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Deep breaths from Lyoto Machida who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
Fedor blocks those punches
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor tries to move to full mount!
Lyoto won't allow him to take this position easily.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Lyoto Machida is measuring Fedor with his jab.
Fedor isn't fazed.
Lyoto misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Several good body shots
are evaded by Lyoto.
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko fakes some punches
Lyoto ties him up.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Deep breaths from Lyoto Machida who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
Fedor blocks those punches
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Lyoto Machida can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Lyoto uses his forearms to block the impact!
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) is cheering him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Lyoto's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor Emelianenko hooks Lyoto's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Lyoto Machida manages to kick Fedor away and scrambles on top!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fedor
Lyoto Machida throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Fedor is doing a great job covering himself up.
Lyoto Machida gets sloppy and Fedor Emelianenko tries to take advantage...
Fedor Emelianenko slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Lyoto Machida cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to show some ground skills
Lyoto uses his strength to keep Lyoto at a disadvantage
Mario Yamasaki 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.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Lyoto moves forward looking for some action
Fedor Emelianenko struggles a bit before breaking Lyoto's attemp of grappling
Quick hook by Fedor Emelianenko
Good shot! Lyoto has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Fedor looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lyoto Machida's punches
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's chin with an uppercut while Lyoto lands some great crosses.
Pulverizing punch to Lyoto's head!
Lyoto slips the punch.
Fedor Emelianenko throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Lyoto's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Lyoto pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Lyoto Machida leans forwards and tries to grapple with Fedor
Fedor wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Lyoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
An overhand right from Fedor Emelianenko that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Lyoto's stops that one with his face! How is Lyoto standing?!
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Tremendous strikes from Lyoto!
Some big punches are landing!
Lyoto Machida is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
A bunch of leg kicks from Fedor Emelianenko
are blocked by Lyoto.
Several good body shots
land on Fedor.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Lyoto Machida jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Nice low kick from Lyoto
Loud pop!
Lightning fast low kick from Lyoto!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Lyoto Machida takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:25 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko was tooling Lyoto Machida for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Lyoto Machida lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Lightning fast low kick from Lyoto!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko pushes Lyoto Machida against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Lyoto Machida struggles not allowing Fedor Emelianenko improve his position.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko passes momentarily but Lyoto Machida regains full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor tries to open up Lyoto Machida's defense faking a few punches.
Lyoto Machida wraps his arms around Fedor's arms and counters the punches.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Lyoto leans and gets Fedor Emelianenko's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor is moving on the ground...
Lyoto tries to counter Fedor's moves on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto doesn't want to free his opponent and Fedor continues in closed guard
Fedor misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto ducks under...
Fedor Emelianenko has found an opening in the defense of Lyoto, launching a big hook
Lyoto Machida steps backwards and avoids that hook!
Fedor avoids a dangerous strike from Lyoto
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Fedor is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida is measuring Fedor with his jab.
Good accuracy on his part.
Lyoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Fedor can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto ducks under...
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Lyoto Machida's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Crushing shot to Lyoto's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko is looking to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto Machida has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Lyoto holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Fedor is moving on the ground...
Lyoto tries to counter Fedor's moves on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto Machida controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Lyoto throws a body kick.
Blocked by Fedor.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto ducks under...
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good leg kicks from Lyoto Machida.
Fedor winces a bit.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Lyoto is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Lyoto studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Lyoto decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Lyoto moves back and takes a deep breath.
Fedor Emelianenko swings...
...no good.
Lyoto is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Fedor's jaw!
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
Lyoto Machida sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Fedor pulls his arm out of danger.
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko is looking to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto Machida has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Hard blow to Fedor's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Deep breaths from Lyoto Machida who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
That hit Fedor who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto doesn't want to free his opponent and Fedor continues in closed guard
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Lyoto Machida is cooling the fight on the ground
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
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.
Fedor pushes Lyoto Machida and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Shovel hook by Fedor Emelianenko
goes nowhere.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Lyoto Machida takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
A high kick from Lyoto Machida
grazes Fedor's head, but he seems okay.
Fedor Emelianenko was tooling Lyoto Machida for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Lyoto Machida lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Lyoto is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
That one finds Fedor's thigh
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Nice punches from Fedor Emelianenko.
Even nicer blocks from Lyoto.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Lyoto Machida!
Fedor is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Lyoto struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Inside leg kick from Fedor
that goes awry.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko and Lyoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Lyoto Machida is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Fedor hyper-extended his leg
A right hand from Lyoto Machida
makes Fedor stumble back!
Lyoto Machida is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
A high kick from Fedor Emelianenko
falls short of the mark.
Lyoto and Fedor circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Lyoto tries to grapple
He puts Fedor in a double underhook!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is clearly for Fedor Emelianenko.
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Round 5
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Lyoto moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to Fedor's thigh!
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Quick hook by Fedor Emelianenko
glances off Lyoto's arms.
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
A right hand from Lyoto Machida
makes Fedor stumble back!
Fedor has a small cut in his Chin
Fedor is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Low kick by Lyoto Machida to maintain his distance.
That hits Fedor Emelianenko's ankle
Fedor hyper-extended his leg
Shovel hook by Lyoto Machida
tags Fedor.
Nice beating Fedor Emelianenko has received.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Lyoto won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Lyoto Machida is in Fedor open guard now
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fedor
Lyoto moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fedor
Lyoto tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
The clock says 1:55 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Lyoto Machida looks to pass to mount...
Lyoto slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Fedor Emelianenko.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto Machida controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Lyoto blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 3:15 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll on the ground...
Lyoto knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Lyoto Machida and Fedor engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Lyoto Machida is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Fedor's Chin is beginning to swell
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Lyoto pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
High kick from Lyoto Machida!
Fedor seems to be done!
Fedor's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Lyoto decides to launch some tentative punches
Fedor launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Lyoto with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Low kick by Lyoto Machida to maintain his distance.
That hits Fedor Emelianenko's ankle
Fedor hyper-extended his leg
Lyoto Machida throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Fedor.
Crisp uppercut by Fedor followed by a hard jab
Lyoto deflects the blows.
Tremendous strikes from Lyoto!
Some big punches are landing!
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
You have to give that round to Lyoto Machida.
Winner is Lyoto Machida by Majority decision
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 28/35 (80%)
Kicks 12/16 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 9/21 (43%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 646 s
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 8/33 (24%)
Kicks 0/5 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 5/14 (36%)
GnP strikes 6/23 (26%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 646 s
Oh nooooo. Fedor was absolutely winning this fight until the 4th round. I think stamina or heart became a factor or something, because he just died and by the end of the 5th, Machida was about 5 seconds away from finishing him (not an exaggeration, Fedor was 99.6% done). Fedor is hugely improved over last season though, so more good work from GAP.
Fedor Emelianenko raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Lyoto Machida is going to have a hard fight according to the bets.
Lyoto Machida comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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Lyoto and Fedor move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Lyoto Machida fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor counters with a few fake punches and then backpedals
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Lyoto fires low kicks
that fail to land.
Fedor Emelianenko closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Lyoto Machida's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Lyoto uses his forearms to block the impact!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Fedor blocks them effectively.
Lyoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Fedor tries to escape from closed guard...
Fedor struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko tries to free his leg...
Lyoto rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko manages to switch to half guard.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fedor
Lyoto Machida isolates Fedor Emelianenko's left arm looking for an armbar...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Lyoto Machida lost his dominant position.
Lyoto Machida gets sloppy and Fedor Emelianenko tries to take advantage...
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Lyoto's side.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Fedor put Lyoto Machida in closed guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Fedor is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto struggles and frees his leg!
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Lyoto from the side mount!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida attempts to trap Fedor Emelianenko in his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko keeps control and remains in side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor Emelianenko looks to mount Lyoto Machida...
Fedor Emelianenko slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Lyoto's being punished here!
There is a small laceration on Lyoto Machida's Forehead
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Fedor Emelianenko 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
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Lyoto won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Lyoto blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto Machida tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Lyoto Machida passes momentarily but Fedor Emelianenko regains full guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto is in closed guard... Fedor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Lyoto Machida!
Fedor Emelianenko is in full mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto Machida tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Lyoto Machida creates enough space to control Fedor Emelianenko's leg.
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko isolates Lyoto Machida's left arm looking for an armbar...
Lyoto Machida manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Fedor Emelianenko lost his dominant position.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida launches a few punches to Fedor's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Fedor tries to cover his face,
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Deep breaths from Lyoto Machida who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
Fedor blocks those punches
Fedor Emelianenko is in half guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor tries to move to full mount!
Lyoto won't allow him to take this position easily.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Lyoto Machida is measuring Fedor with his jab.
Fedor isn't fazed.
Lyoto misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Several good body shots
are evaded by Lyoto.
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko fakes some punches
Lyoto ties him up.
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Deep breaths from Lyoto Machida who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
Fedor blocks those punches
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Lyoto Machida can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fedor
He is not able to do it
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Lyoto uses his forearms to block the impact!
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) is cheering him!
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Lyoto tries to move on the ground and shows Fedor Emelianenko a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Lyoto's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in side mount over Lyoto Machida
Fedor Emelianenko hooks Lyoto's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Lyoto Machida manages to kick Fedor away and scrambles on top!
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fedor
Lyoto Machida throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Fedor is doing a great job covering himself up.
Lyoto Machida gets sloppy and Fedor Emelianenko tries to take advantage...
Fedor Emelianenko slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Lyoto Machida cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to show some ground skills
Lyoto uses his strength to keep Lyoto at a disadvantage
Mario Yamasaki 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.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Lyoto moves forward looking for some action
Fedor Emelianenko struggles a bit before breaking Lyoto's attemp of grappling
Quick hook by Fedor Emelianenko
Good shot! Lyoto has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Fedor looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Lyoto Machida's punches
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's chin with an uppercut while Lyoto lands some great crosses.
Pulverizing punch to Lyoto's head!
Lyoto slips the punch.
Fedor Emelianenko throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Lyoto's Chin is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:10 in the 2 round
Lyoto pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Lyoto Machida leans forwards and tries to grapple with Fedor
Fedor wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Lyoto clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
An overhand right from Fedor Emelianenko that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Lyoto's stops that one with his face! How is Lyoto standing?!
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Tremendous strikes from Lyoto!
Some big punches are landing!
Lyoto Machida is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
A bunch of leg kicks from Fedor Emelianenko
are blocked by Lyoto.
Several good body shots
land on Fedor.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Lyoto Machida jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Nice low kick from Lyoto
Loud pop!
Lightning fast low kick from Lyoto!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Lyoto Machida takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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Lyoto Machida is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:25 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko was tooling Lyoto Machida for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Lyoto Machida lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Lightning fast low kick from Lyoto!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Lyoto Machida didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko pushes Lyoto Machida against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Lyoto Machida struggles not allowing Fedor Emelianenko improve his position.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Lyoto tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko tries to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Fedor Emelianenko passes momentarily but Lyoto Machida regains full guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor tries to open up Lyoto Machida's defense faking a few punches.
Lyoto Machida wraps his arms around Fedor's arms and counters the punches.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Fedor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Lyoto leans and gets Fedor Emelianenko's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor is moving on the ground...
Lyoto tries to counter Fedor's moves on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto doesn't want to free his opponent and Fedor continues in closed guard
Fedor misses a step and Lyoto Machida sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto ducks under...
Fedor Emelianenko has found an opening in the defense of Lyoto, launching a big hook
Lyoto Machida steps backwards and avoids that hook!
Fedor avoids a dangerous strike from Lyoto
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Fedor is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Lyoto Machida is measuring Fedor with his jab.
Good accuracy on his part.
Lyoto cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Fedor can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto ducks under...
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Fedor Emelianenko catches Lyoto Machida's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Fedor.
Crushing shot to Lyoto's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko is looking to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto Machida has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Fedor Emelianenko looks to counter!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to better his position on the ground...
Lyoto holds Fedor Emelianenko's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor Emelianenko is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Fedor is moving on the ground...
Lyoto tries to counter Fedor's moves on the ground.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Lyoto Machida tries to take advantage...
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto Machida controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Lyoto throws a body kick.
Blocked by Fedor.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto ducks under...
Lyoto tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good leg kicks from Lyoto Machida.
Fedor winces a bit.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Lyoto is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Lyoto studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Lyoto decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Lyoto moves back and takes a deep breath.
Fedor Emelianenko swings...
...no good.
Lyoto is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Fedor's jaw!
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
Lyoto Machida sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Lyoto Machida is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Fedor into his guard.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto Machida overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Fedor pulls his arm out of danger.
Fedor is trying to counter now!
Fedor Emelianenko is looking to pass Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto Machida has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Lyoto launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Fedor's ribs.
Hard blow to Fedor's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Deep breaths from Lyoto Machida who tries a hammer punch to Fedor's ribs.
That hit Fedor who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Lyoto
Fedor struggles on the ground and tries to break Lyoto Machida's guard...
Lyoto doesn't want to free his opponent and Fedor continues in closed guard
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
Fedor is in closed guard... Lyoto tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko!
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to escape from the full mount...
Lyoto Machida is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Lyoto Machida is cooling the fight on the ground
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
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.
Fedor pushes Lyoto Machida and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Shovel hook by Fedor Emelianenko
goes nowhere.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Lyoto Machida takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Lyoto Machida takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
A high kick from Lyoto Machida
grazes Fedor's head, but he seems okay.
Fedor Emelianenko was tooling Lyoto Machida for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Lyoto Machida lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Lyoto is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
That one finds Fedor's thigh
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Nice punches from Fedor Emelianenko.
Even nicer blocks from Lyoto.
Fedor clumsily fails here and it's time for Lyoto Machida to fight back!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Lyoto Machida!
Fedor is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Fedor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Lyoto struggles... Fedor Emelianenko is unable to take him down
Inside leg kick from Fedor
that goes awry.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Fedor Emelianenko and Lyoto engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Lyoto Machida is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Fedor hyper-extended his leg
A right hand from Lyoto Machida
makes Fedor stumble back!
Lyoto Machida is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
A high kick from Fedor Emelianenko
falls short of the mark.
Lyoto and Fedor circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:30 in the 4 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts a sweep single...
Lyoto Machida was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Lyoto tries to grapple
He puts Fedor in a double underhook!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is clearly for Fedor Emelianenko.
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Round 5
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Lyoto moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Hard blow to Fedor's thigh!
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Quick hook by Fedor Emelianenko
glances off Lyoto's arms.
Poorly executed technique. Lyoto Machida looks to counter!
A right hand from Lyoto Machida
makes Fedor stumble back!
Fedor has a small cut in his Chin
Fedor is holding Lyoto Machida's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Lyoto Machida shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Low kick by Lyoto Machida to maintain his distance.
That hits Fedor Emelianenko's ankle
Fedor hyper-extended his leg
Shovel hook by Lyoto Machida
tags Fedor.
Nice beating Fedor Emelianenko has received.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Lyoto won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Lyoto Machida is in closed guard over Fedor
Lyoto struggles on the ground and tries to break Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Lyoto Machida is in Fedor open guard now
Lyoto Machida is in open guard over Fedor
Lyoto moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Lyoto Machida is in half guard over Fedor
Lyoto tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
The clock says 1:55 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to trap Lyoto Machida in his guard.
Lyoto Machida keeps control and remains in side mount.
Lyoto Machida is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Lyoto Machida looks to pass to mount...
Lyoto slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Fedor Emelianenko.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Lyoto Machida in his guard...
Lyoto Machida keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Lyoto's cheek from the guard.
Lyoto Machida uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Lyoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Lyoto Machida controls the situation despite Fedor Emelianenko efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Lyoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Lyoto blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 3:15 in the 5 round
Lyoto Machida is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll on the ground...
Lyoto knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Mario Yamasaki 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.
Lyoto Machida and Fedor engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Lyoto Machida is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Fedor's Chin is beginning to swell
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Lyoto pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
High kick from Lyoto Machida!
Fedor seems to be done!
Fedor's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Lyoto decides to launch some tentative punches
Fedor launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Lyoto with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Low kick by Lyoto Machida to maintain his distance.
That hits Fedor Emelianenko's ankle
Fedor hyper-extended his leg
Lyoto Machida throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Fedor.
Crisp uppercut by Fedor followed by a hard jab
Lyoto deflects the blows.
Tremendous strikes from Lyoto!
Some big punches are landing!
Mario Yamasaki separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
You have to give that round to Lyoto Machida.
Winner is Lyoto Machida by Majority decision
Statistics: Lyoto Machida
Punches 28/35 (80%)
Kicks 12/16 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 9/21 (43%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 646 s
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 8/33 (24%)
Kicks 0/5 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 5/14 (36%)
GnP strikes 6/23 (26%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 646 s
Oh nooooo. Fedor was absolutely winning this fight until the 4th round. I think stamina or heart became a factor or something, because he just died and by the end of the 5th, Machida was about 5 seconds away from finishing him (not an exaggeration, Fedor was 99.6% done). Fedor is hugely improved over last season though, so more good work from GAP.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!