Post by The Sandmen on Oct 22, 2014 16:03:19 GMT -5
Fedor Emelianenko glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Shogun Rua is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Fedor Emelianenko and Shogun Rua touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Shogun fires low kicks
punishing Fedor's legs repeatedly.
The clock says 0:20 in the 1 round
Shogun moves forward looking for some action
Shogun Rua shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Shogun and Fedor Emelianenko are cliched up against the cage. Shogun hammers Fedor face and hooks Fedor leg
Fedor Emelianenko is on his back after that trip
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua is looking to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Shogun Rua gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to move to full guard
Fedor Emelianenko manages to switch to full guard.
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Shogun Rua manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua pushes Fedor's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Shogun who is in full mount! Fedor is in trouble now!
Shogun Rua is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun tries to open up Fedor Emelianenko's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Fedor in the side of the head
Shogun Rua is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
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
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Shogun Rua is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Shogun throws a hook
He fails to land it.
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Shogun fires low kicks
punishing Fedor's legs repeatedly.
Quick hook by Shogun Rua
Good shot! Fedor has reasons to be worried.
Fedor has a small cut in his Left cheek
Shogun wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor grapple with Shogun Rua and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Shogun Rua managed to maintain his balances and move away from Fedor
Shogun Rua closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Shogun pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Shogun Rua paws at Fedor.
Fedor swings ineffectively.
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Shogun Rua didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Shogun
Shogun tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Shogun
Fedor is in closed guard... Shogun tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Shogun misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor tries to escape from closed guard...
Shogun waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Fedor Emelianenko! He is reversed and nor Shogun Rua is on half guard!
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Shogun's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Shogun blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Shogun Rua looks to counter!
Shogun gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Fedor Emelianenko! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Fedor Emelianenko doesn't defend himself!
Fedor has a small cut in his Nose
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Shogun's cheek from the guard.
Shogun Rua uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Shogun Rua realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Shogun Rua tries to take advantage...
Shogun decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Fedor's guard.
Fedor did not see that coming! Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor now.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Shogun
He is not able to do it
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua tries to open Fedor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Shogun Rua. Fedor is unable to cover himself now!
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Shogun 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.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Shogun Rua tries a hook to the body
and hits Fedor ribs hard
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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Fedor launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Shogun's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
John McCarthy didn't see that!
Shogun Rua fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Fedor Emelianenko! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Shogun looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Shogun measures the resilience of Fedor's chin with an uppercut while Fedor lands some great crosses.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Solid kick to the leg from Shogun Rua
that visibly pains Fedor.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua launches a low kick
that almost wrenches Fedor's knee!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko paws at Shogun.
Shogun swings ineffectively.
Shogun misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor Emelianenko throws a looping left hand...
Shogun moves aside and dodges.
Shogun Rua tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Shogun Rua who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Fedor gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Shogun Rua doesn't let Fedor Emelianenko get in on his legs.
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Shogun blocks that. He made it look easy!
Fedor misses a step and Shogun Rua sees an opportunity to counter him!
Shogun throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Shogun is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Shogun studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor Emelianenko is opening up on Shogun and raining down combinations!
Shogun doesn't look worried as he defends.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Shogun won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Shogun's cheek from the guard.
Shogun Rua uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Shogun is trying to counter now!
Shogun tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Shogun Rua fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Fedor from the side mount!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun Rua tries to open Fedor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Shogun Rua. Fedor is unable to cover himself now!
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Forehead
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Shogun's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Shogun blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to stand up!
Shogun doesn't allow him!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko 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 Shogun's moves.
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Fedor tries to stand up!
Shogun doesn't allow him!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
You can see Fedor's blood making stains in the mat.
Fedor Emelianenko 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 Shogun's moves.
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.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Shogun grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Shogun Rua
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko is a bloody mess!
Shogun moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun throws a few hammer fists to the face of Fedor Emelianenko
Solid shots!
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Right eye
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Fedor Emelianenko! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Fedor Emelianenko doesn't defend himself!
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Shogun Rua manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Fedor's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Shogun
Shogun Rua tries to open Fedor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Shogun Rua. Fedor is unable to cover himself now!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun Rua looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Shogun Rua slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Shogun Rua is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Shogun Rua in his guard...
Shogun Rua rolls him over and takes his back!
Shogun is in rear mount over Fedor
Shogun Rua throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Fedor's face with those brutal elbows! Fedor needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Shogun is in rear mount over Fedor
Shogun tries to end this with a RNC!
Fedor manages to roll on the ground and break the lock
Shogun clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Fedor has Shogun controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Shogun is unable to move under Fedor control.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun Rua tries to better his position on the ground...
Shogun breaks the closed guard of Fedor Emelianenko and moves to half guard
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun goes for a low kick..
Faster than a blinking eye, he follows up with a high kick!
Fedor's Mouth is beginning to swell
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:25 in the 3 round
Shogun Rua runs to capitalize and launches a barrage of punches over a dazed Fedor Emelianenko who almost cannot stand!
One after another Shogun Rua is punishing Fedor! Wow! John McCarthy should be doing something soon!
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Shogun Rua!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Quick hook by Shogun Rua
Good shot! Fedor has reasons to be worried.
Fedor's Left cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Left cheek
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Solid kick to the leg from Shogun Rua
that visibly pains Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Fedor with a double overhooks!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun Rua attempts to cut off Fedor with punches
Fedor reels from the strikes.
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Shogun showing excellent timing, blasts Fedor Emelianenko with a right hand.
Great hook by Shogun Rua! Fedor Emelianenko is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Fedor's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Shogun is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Shogun Rua creates space and allows Fedor Emelianenko to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Shogun is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Fedor's jaw!
Fedor Emelianenko is a bloody mess!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Shogun Rua swings and Fedor has to retreat
Shogun throws a lazy kick
Fedor blocks and keeps his distance.
Shogun wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Shogun launches a knee!
Shogun Rua hits Fedor's hard just below the ribs!
The fighters are clinching.
Shogun takes a break to breathe while holding Fedor Emelianenko.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Lightning fast low kick from Shogun!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Solid low kick from Shogun Rua.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Fedor launches a kick
but Shogun Rua avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Fedor is on the receiving end of a great combo by Shogun.
You can see Fedor's blood making stains in the mat.
Nice punch by Shogun Rua
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Fedor is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Fedor Emelianenko goes with a looping right hand while Shogun Rua jumps back and jabs
Fedor seems staggered and Shogun Rua runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Fedor has a small cut in his Chin
Shogun pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Shogun fires low kicks
punishing Fedor's legs repeatedly.
Fedor hyper-extended his left leg
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
Fedor seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
You can see Fedor's blood making stains in the mat.
Fedor is holding Shogun Rua's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Shogun Rua shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun is trying to counter now!
Shogun Rua has found an opening in the defense of Fedor, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Fedor is wobbling!
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Shogun Rua!
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Shogun Rua takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun Rua runs to capitalize and launches a barrage of punches over a dazed Fedor Emelianenko who almost cannot stand!
One after another Shogun Rua is punishing Fedor! Wow! John McCarthy should be doing something soon!
Fedor's Mouth is beginning to swell
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun Rua fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor!
Nice move by Shogun who clinches and pushes Fedor against the cage
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun grapple with Fedor Emelianenko and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Fedor Emelianenko falls hard on the mat with Shogun Rua on top of him
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Shogun 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!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko is a bloody mess!
Shogun leans back...
He clobbers Fedor Emelianenko's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
John McCarthy has seen enough! The fight is over! Fedor was not intelligently defending himself!
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Nose
Winner is Shogun Rua by TKO (GnP) at 5:00 Round 3
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 2/16 (12%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 1/4 (25%)
GnP strikes 0/10 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 354 s
Statistics: Shogun Rua
Punches 28/41 (68%)
Kicks 18/18 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 36/42 (86%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 345 s
Fedor still needs those fine-tunes I outlined in the last fight. Didn't expect Rua to dominate him though. That makes no sense on a lot of different levels, but Rua came to perform and perform he did.
Shogun Rua is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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Fedor Emelianenko and Shogun Rua touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Shogun fires low kicks
punishing Fedor's legs repeatedly.
The clock says 0:20 in the 1 round
Shogun moves forward looking for some action
Shogun Rua shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Shogun and Fedor Emelianenko are cliched up against the cage. Shogun hammers Fedor face and hooks Fedor leg
Fedor Emelianenko is on his back after that trip
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua is looking to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Shogun Rua gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Fedor Emelianenko attempts to move to full guard
Fedor Emelianenko manages to switch to full guard.
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Shogun Rua manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua pushes Fedor's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Shogun who is in full mount! Fedor is in trouble now!
Shogun Rua is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun tries to open up Fedor Emelianenko's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Fedor in the side of the head
Shogun Rua is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
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
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Fedor Emelianenko. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Shogun Rua is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Shogun throws a hook
He fails to land it.
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Shogun fires low kicks
punishing Fedor's legs repeatedly.
Quick hook by Shogun Rua
Good shot! Fedor has reasons to be worried.
Fedor has a small cut in his Left cheek
Shogun wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor grapple with Shogun Rua and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Shogun Rua managed to maintain his balances and move away from Fedor
Shogun Rua closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Shogun pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Shogun Rua paws at Fedor.
Fedor swings ineffectively.
Fedor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Shogun Rua didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko is in open guard over Shogun
Shogun tries to close his guard around Fedor
He succeeds!
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Fedor Emelianenko is in closed guard over Shogun
Fedor is in closed guard... Shogun tries to roll on the ground!
Fedor Emelianenko uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Shogun misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor tries to escape from closed guard...
Shogun waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Fedor Emelianenko! He is reversed and nor Shogun Rua is on half guard!
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor measures the resilience of Shogun's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Shogun blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Shogun Rua looks to counter!
Shogun gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Fedor Emelianenko! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Fedor Emelianenko doesn't defend himself!
Fedor has a small cut in his Nose
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Shogun's cheek from the guard.
Shogun Rua uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Shogun Rua realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Fedor Emelianenko gets sloppy and Shogun Rua tries to take advantage...
Shogun decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Fedor's guard.
Fedor did not see that coming! Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor now.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to close his guard around Shogun
He is not able to do it
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua tries to open Fedor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Shogun Rua. Fedor is unable to cover himself now!
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Shogun 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.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Shogun Rua tries a hook to the body
and hits Fedor ribs hard
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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Fedor launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Shogun's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
John McCarthy didn't see that!
Shogun Rua fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
That almost wrenches Fedor Emelianenko! I'm sure that his liver will be sore tomorrow.
Shogun looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Shogun measures the resilience of Fedor's chin with an uppercut while Fedor lands some great crosses.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Solid kick to the leg from Shogun Rua
that visibly pains Fedor.
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua launches a low kick
that almost wrenches Fedor's knee!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko paws at Shogun.
Shogun swings ineffectively.
Shogun misses a step and Fedor Emelianenko sees an opportunity to counter him!
Fedor Emelianenko throws a looping left hand...
Shogun moves aside and dodges.
Shogun Rua tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Shogun Rua who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Fedor gets himself into good position and looks to change levels for the takedown...
Shogun Rua doesn't let Fedor Emelianenko get in on his legs.
John McCarthy sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Fedor Emelianenko fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Shogun blocks that. He made it look easy!
Fedor misses a step and Shogun Rua sees an opportunity to counter him!
Shogun throws a low kick
He switches targets and lands a superb body kick!
Shogun is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Shogun studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Fedor Emelianenko is opening up on Shogun and raining down combinations!
Shogun doesn't look worried as he defends.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to bring the fight to the ground
Shogun won't budge, forcing Fedor to pull guard.
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko launches a few punches to Shogun's cheek from the guard.
Shogun Rua uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Shogun is trying to counter now!
Shogun tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Shogun Rua fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Fedor from the side mount!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun Rua tries to open Fedor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Shogun Rua. Fedor is unable to cover himself now!
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Forehead
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor measures the resilience of Shogun's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Shogun blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor tries to stand up!
Shogun doesn't allow him!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko 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 Shogun's moves.
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Fedor tries to stand up!
Shogun doesn't allow him!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
You can see Fedor's blood making stains in the mat.
Fedor Emelianenko 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 Shogun's moves.
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.
The clock says 3:30 in the 2 round
Shogun grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Shogun Rua
Shogun Rua is in open guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko is a bloody mess!
Shogun moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun throws a few hammer fists to the face of Fedor Emelianenko
Solid shots!
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Right eye
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Fedor Emelianenko! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Fedor Emelianenko doesn't defend himself!
Shogun Rua is in half guard over Fedor
Shogun Rua tries to pass Fedor Emelianenko's guard...
Shogun Rua manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Fedor's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Shogun
Shogun Rua tries to open Fedor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Shogun Rua. Fedor is unable to cover himself now!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun Rua looks to mount Fedor Emelianenko...
Shogun Rua slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Shogun Rua is in full mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Fedor Emelianenko tries to roll to his side and trap Shogun Rua in his guard...
Shogun Rua rolls him over and takes his back!
Shogun is in rear mount over Fedor
Shogun Rua throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Fedor's face with those brutal elbows! Fedor needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Shogun is in rear mount over Fedor
Shogun tries to end this with a RNC!
Fedor manages to roll on the ground and break the lock
Shogun clumsily fails here and it's time for Fedor Emelianenko to fight back!
Fedor has Shogun controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Shogun is unable to move under Fedor control.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun Rua tries to better his position on the ground...
Shogun breaks the closed guard of Fedor Emelianenko and moves to half guard
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun goes for a low kick..
Faster than a blinking eye, he follows up with a high kick!
Fedor's Mouth is beginning to swell
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:25 in the 3 round
Shogun Rua runs to capitalize and launches a barrage of punches over a dazed Fedor Emelianenko who almost cannot stand!
One after another Shogun Rua is punishing Fedor! Wow! John McCarthy should be doing something soon!
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Shogun Rua!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Quick hook by Shogun Rua
Good shot! Fedor has reasons to be worried.
Fedor's Left cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Left cheek
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Solid kick to the leg from Shogun Rua
that visibly pains Fedor.
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Fedor with a double overhooks!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun Rua attempts to cut off Fedor with punches
Fedor reels from the strikes.
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Shogun showing excellent timing, blasts Fedor Emelianenko with a right hand.
Great hook by Shogun Rua! Fedor Emelianenko is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Fedor's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Shogun is standing while Fedor is on the ground on his back
Shogun Rua creates space and allows Fedor Emelianenko to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Fedor Emelianenko is standing now.
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Shogun is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Fedor's jaw!
Fedor Emelianenko is a bloody mess!
Fedor Emelianenko tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Shogun Rua swings and Fedor has to retreat
Shogun throws a lazy kick
Fedor blocks and keeps his distance.
Shogun wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The fighters are clinching.
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Shogun launches a knee!
Shogun Rua hits Fedor's hard just below the ribs!
The fighters are clinching.
Shogun takes a break to breathe while holding Fedor Emelianenko.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Lightning fast low kick from Shogun!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Solid low kick from Shogun Rua.
For sure, that had to hurt!
Fedor launches a kick
but Shogun Rua avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Fedor Emelianenko's punches
Fedor is on the receiving end of a great combo by Shogun.
You can see Fedor's blood making stains in the mat.
Nice punch by Shogun Rua
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Fedor is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Fedor Emelianenko goes with a looping right hand while Shogun Rua jumps back and jabs
Fedor seems staggered and Shogun Rua runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Fedor has a small cut in his Chin
Shogun pushes Fedor Emelianenko and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Shogun fires low kicks
punishing Fedor's legs repeatedly.
Fedor hyper-extended his left leg
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
Fedor seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
You can see Fedor's blood making stains in the mat.
Fedor is holding Shogun Rua's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Shogun Rua shows great balance while pushing away Fedor Emelianenko
Shogun is trying to counter now!
Shogun Rua has found an opening in the defense of Fedor, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Fedor is wobbling!
Fedor Emelianenko seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Shogun Rua!
Fedor doesn't stop bleeding.
Shogun Rua takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun Rua runs to capitalize and launches a barrage of punches over a dazed Fedor Emelianenko who almost cannot stand!
One after another Shogun Rua is punishing Fedor! Wow! John McCarthy should be doing something soon!
Fedor's Mouth is beginning to swell
That punishment by Shogun Rua has left Fedor staggered! Shogun Rua should try push forward now and finish this!
Fedor Emelianenko's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Shogun Rua fakes a punch and launches himself over Fedor!
Nice move by Shogun who clinches and pushes Fedor against the cage
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Fedor Emelianenko continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Shogun grapple with Fedor Emelianenko and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Fedor Emelianenko falls hard on the mat with Shogun Rua on top of him
Shogun Rua is in closed guard over Fedor
Shogun 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!
Shogun Rua is in side mount over Fedor Emelianenko
Fedor Emelianenko is a bloody mess!
Shogun leans back...
He clobbers Fedor Emelianenko's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
John McCarthy has seen enough! The fight is over! Fedor was not intelligently defending himself!
There is a small laceration on Fedor Emelianenko's Nose
Winner is Shogun Rua by TKO (GnP) at 5:00 Round 3
Statistics: Fedor Emelianenko
Punches 2/16 (12%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 1/4 (25%)
GnP strikes 0/10 (0%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 354 s
Statistics: Shogun Rua
Punches 28/41 (68%)
Kicks 18/18 (100%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 3/3 (100%)
GnP strikes 36/42 (86%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 345 s
Fedor still needs those fine-tunes I outlined in the last fight. Didn't expect Rua to dominate him though. That makes no sense on a lot of different levels, but Rua came to perform and perform he did.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!