Post by The Sandmen on Feb 19, 2015 18:18:29 GMT -5
Michael Bisping looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Ferocious staredown by Askren while John McCarthy recites the rules.
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.
Michael Bisping comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Solid kick to the leg from Michael Bisping
Askren checks it.
Bisping misses a step and Ben Askren sees an opportunity to counter him!
Ben Askren just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Bisping may be in trouble!
Nice punch by Ben Askren
that nearly tags Bisping.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Askren is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Bisping moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Bisping tries to open up Ben Askren's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Askren in the side of the head
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Michael Bisping wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Michael Bisping can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Askren is trying to counter now!
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Bisping keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Michael Bisping tries to free his leg
Michael Bisping uses some of his skill by jumping out of Askren's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in side mount over Ben Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in side mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren attempts to trap Michael Bisping in his guard.
Ben Askren manages to switch to full guard.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Bisping's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Bisping tries to cover his face,
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Bisping moves on the ground
Bisping cannot take advantage in the ground
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He is not able to do it
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Askren launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Bisping's ribs.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Bisping tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He succeeds!
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
Bisping tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Michael Bisping is looking to pass Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Bisping gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Bisping keeps good control and remains in half guard.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Bisping tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Bisping is clinching with Askren.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Bisping tries to breaks Ben Askren's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
Bisping doesn't find the right way... He have to improve his position for causing any real damage
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Bisping moves forward looking for some action
Ben Askren struggles a bit before breaking Bisping's attemp of grappling
Askren jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Ben Askren pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Askren and Michael Bisping are cliched up against the cage. Askren steps for a throw
Bisping stays on his feet
John McCarthy separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Askren is holding Michael Bisping's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Bisping loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Askren tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Bisping's being punished here!
There is a small laceration on Michael Bisping's Right eye
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Not a desiderable position that Bisping is in now. Ben Askren is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Ben Askren takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Michael Bisping shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Michael Bisping breaks that americana attempt!
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Michael Bisping tries to take advantage...
Michael Bisping launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Askren tries to cover his face,
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Askren tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Bisping struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping 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
Askren 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.
Askren launches a kick
Bisping checks it and keeps distance.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Inside leg kick from Bisping
that lands on Ben Askren's leg.
Tremendous strikes from Askren!
Bisping blocks with confidence
Poorly executed technique. Michael Bisping looks to counter!
Good movement from Bisping
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
Askren is holding Michael Bisping's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Bisping loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Deep breaths from Michael Bisping who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren delivers a few accurate elbows!
Bisping is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Askren is in rear mount over Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Askren is in rear mount over Bisping
Ben Askren slides his arm under Michael Bisping's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Michael Bisping pulls down on Ben Askren's hand and staves off danger
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Michael Bisping tries to take advantage...
Bisping has Askren controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Askren is unable to move under Bisping control.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Bisping's being punished here!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren tries to escape from the closed guard
Ben Askren any adventage in the ground.
Askren misses a step and Michael Bisping sees an opportunity to counter him!
Askren is in closed guard... Bisping tries to roll on the ground!
Ben Askren uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Bisping tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Bisping can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Bisping measures the resilience of Askren's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Askren blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Bisping misses a step and Ben Askren sees an opportunity to counter him!
Askren fires a barrage of punches at Bisping's head!
The punches go wide.
John McCarthy 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.
Bisping steps backwards away from Ben Askren. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Terrible one sided match... Bisping was not ready to fight a fighter of Ben Askren caliber.
Bisping launches a furious hook!
That hits Askren's chin like a wrecking ball! Askren loses balance and goes to the mat.
There is a small laceration on Ben Askren's Chin
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Bisping is standing while Askren is on the ground on his back
Ben Askren launches an up-kick intended for Michael Bisping's head...
Bisping leans out of the way.
Bisping is standing while Askren is on the ground on his back
Ben Askren launches an up-kick intended for Michael Bisping's head...
It lands flush with Michael Bisping's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 3
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Askren fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Michael Bisping didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Ben Askren is in open guard over Bisping
Bisping tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Ben Askren uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Ben Askren tries to better his position on the ground...
Bisping holds Ben Askren's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Bisping launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Askren's ribs.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Deep breaths from Michael Bisping who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Michael Bisping gets sloppy and Ben Askren tries to take advantage...
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Bisping.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Bisping launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Askren tries to cover his face,
Askren's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren is in closed guard... Bisping tries to roll on the ground!
Ben Askren uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good looking punches from Ben Askren on the ground
They could take their toll on Bisping.
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren tries to escape from the closed guard
Askren succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Ben Askren is in open guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping 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
Ben Askren 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 continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:05 in the 3 round
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
Bisping's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Askren decides to launch some tentative punches
Ben Askren takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Ben Askren and Bisping engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Askren is holding Michael Bisping's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Bisping loses balance and goes to the ground.
Bisping's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren works on the ground with his fingers over Bisping's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Bisping measures the resilience of Askren's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Askren blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Bisping tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Bisping's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Bisping has a small cut in his Forehead
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Ben Askren storms over Bisping with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Askren doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Bisping's face with his elbows!
Bisping's Nose is beginning to swell
That punishment by Ben Askren has left Bisping staggered! Ben Askren should try push forward now and finish this!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren launches a barrage of elbows over Bisping's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Bisping doesn't fight back!
That brutal impact left Bisping laid out on the mat! Ben Askren's corner come in to congratulate him!
There is a small laceration on Michael Bisping's Chin
Winner is Ben Askren by KO (Elbows) at 3:46 Round 3
Statistics: Michael Bisping
Punches 12/16 (75%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 10/26 (38%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 552 s
Statistics: Ben Askren
Punches 14/21 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 4/4 (100%)
GnP strikes 39/53 (74%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 571 s
Ben gets it done, wrestling style.
Ferocious staredown by Askren while John McCarthy recites the rules.
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.
Michael Bisping comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
The fight gets underway.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Solid kick to the leg from Michael Bisping
Askren checks it.
Bisping misses a step and Ben Askren sees an opportunity to counter him!
Ben Askren just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Bisping may be in trouble!
Nice punch by Ben Askren
that nearly tags Bisping.
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Askren is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Bisping moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Bisping tries to open up Ben Askren's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Askren in the side of the head
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Michael Bisping wants to finish his opponent on the ground
Michael Bisping can't find an opening in his opponent's guard!
Askren is trying to counter now!
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Bisping keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Michael Bisping tries to free his leg
Michael Bisping uses some of his skill by jumping out of Askren's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in side mount over Ben Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in side mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren attempts to trap Michael Bisping in his guard.
Ben Askren manages to switch to full guard.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Bisping's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Bisping tries to cover his face,
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Bisping moves on the ground
Bisping cannot take advantage in the ground
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He is not able to do it
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Askren launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Bisping's ribs.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Bisping tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Bisping
He succeeds!
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
Bisping tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
The clock says 4:25 in the 1 round
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Bisping's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Bisping's side.
Michael Bisping is in closed guard over Askren
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Michael Bisping is looking to pass Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Bisping gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Michael Bisping is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Bisping keeps good control and remains in half guard.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Bisping tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Bisping is clinching with Askren.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Bisping tries to breaks Ben Askren's resistence with a few punches while tries to push him against oner corner.
Bisping doesn't find the right way... He have to improve his position for causing any real damage
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Bisping moves forward looking for some action
Ben Askren struggles a bit before breaking Bisping's attemp of grappling
Askren jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Ben Askren pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Askren and Michael Bisping are cliched up against the cage. Askren steps for a throw
Bisping stays on his feet
John McCarthy separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Askren is holding Michael Bisping's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Bisping loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Askren tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Bisping's being punished here!
There is a small laceration on Michael Bisping's Right eye
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Not a desiderable position that Bisping is in now. Ben Askren is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Ben Askren takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Michael Bisping shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Michael Bisping breaks that americana attempt!
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Michael Bisping tries to take advantage...
Michael Bisping launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Askren tries to cover his face,
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Askren tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Bisping struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping 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
Askren 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.
Askren launches a kick
Bisping checks it and keeps distance.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Inside leg kick from Bisping
that lands on Ben Askren's leg.
Tremendous strikes from Askren!
Bisping blocks with confidence
Poorly executed technique. Michael Bisping looks to counter!
Good movement from Bisping
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
Askren is holding Michael Bisping's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Bisping loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Deep breaths from Michael Bisping who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren delivers a few accurate elbows!
Bisping is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Askren is in rear mount over Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Askren is in rear mount over Bisping
Ben Askren slides his arm under Michael Bisping's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Michael Bisping pulls down on Ben Askren's hand and staves off danger
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Michael Bisping tries to take advantage...
Bisping has Askren controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Askren is unable to move under Bisping control.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Bisping's being punished here!
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren tries to escape from the closed guard
Ben Askren any adventage in the ground.
Askren misses a step and Michael Bisping sees an opportunity to counter him!
Askren is in closed guard... Bisping tries to roll on the ground!
Ben Askren uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Bisping tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Michael Bisping can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Bisping measures the resilience of Askren's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Askren blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Bisping misses a step and Ben Askren sees an opportunity to counter him!
Askren fires a barrage of punches at Bisping's head!
The punches go wide.
John McCarthy 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.
Bisping steps backwards away from Ben Askren. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Terrible one sided match... Bisping was not ready to fight a fighter of Ben Askren caliber.
Bisping launches a furious hook!
That hits Askren's chin like a wrecking ball! Askren loses balance and goes to the mat.
There is a small laceration on Ben Askren's Chin
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Bisping is standing while Askren is on the ground on his back
Ben Askren launches an up-kick intended for Michael Bisping's head...
Bisping leans out of the way.
Bisping is standing while Askren is on the ground on his back
Ben Askren launches an up-kick intended for Michael Bisping's head...
It lands flush with Michael Bisping's head snapping it backwards due to the impact!
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 3
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Askren fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Michael Bisping didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Ben Askren is in open guard over Bisping
Bisping tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Ben Askren uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Ben Askren tries to better his position on the ground...
Bisping holds Ben Askren's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Bisping launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Askren's ribs.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Deep breaths from Michael Bisping who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Michael Bisping gets sloppy and Ben Askren tries to take advantage...
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Bisping.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Bisping launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Askren tries to cover his face,
Askren's Left cheek is beginning to swell
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren is in closed guard... Bisping tries to roll on the ground!
Ben Askren uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good looking punches from Ben Askren on the ground
They could take their toll on Bisping.
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Bisping
Askren tries to escape from the closed guard
Askren succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Ben Askren is in open guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Bisping
Michael Bisping 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
Ben Askren 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 continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 2:05 in the 3 round
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
Bisping's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Askren decides to launch some tentative punches
Ben Askren takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Ben Askren and Bisping engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Askren is holding Michael Bisping's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Bisping loses balance and goes to the ground.
Bisping's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren works on the ground with his fingers over Bisping's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Bisping measures the resilience of Askren's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Askren blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Bisping tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Bisping's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Bisping has a small cut in his Forehead
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Michael Bisping attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Ben Askren storms over Bisping with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Askren doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Bisping's face with his elbows!
Bisping's Nose is beginning to swell
That punishment by Ben Askren has left Bisping staggered! Ben Askren should try push forward now and finish this!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Bisping
Askren launches a barrage of elbows over Bisping's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Bisping doesn't fight back!
That brutal impact left Bisping laid out on the mat! Ben Askren's corner come in to congratulate him!
There is a small laceration on Michael Bisping's Chin
Winner is Ben Askren by KO (Elbows) at 3:46 Round 3
Statistics: Michael Bisping
Punches 12/16 (75%)
Kicks 1/2 (50%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 10/26 (38%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 552 s
Statistics: Ben Askren
Punches 14/21 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 4/4 (100%)
GnP strikes 39/53 (74%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 571 s
Ben gets it done, wrestling style.