Post by The Sandmen on Feb 27, 2015 19:36:40 GMT -5
Jason MacDonald raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Frank Shamrock looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
Frank Shamrock comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
MacDonald looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Frank Shamrock's punches
MacDonald is on the receiving end of a great combo by Frank.
Frank goes to the body...
He punishes MacDonald's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Solid low kick from Jason MacDonald.
Frank deflects it.
Middle kick from MacDonald.
Frank receives a solid kick right below his ribs.
Hard blow to Frank's mid-section, he seems hurt
MacDonald is holding Frank Shamrock's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
As the fight continues it seems that Jason MacDonald is taking the best of the fight.
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Frank Shamrock's guard...
Frank doesn't want to free his opponent and MacDonald continues in closed guard
Frank tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank Shamrock throws up a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank goes for an armbar!
That Armbar from Frank Shamrock appears to be unbreakable
Jason MacDonald breaks the lock and pushes away Frank Shamrock, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank launches a stiff jab!
MacDonald ducks that one.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Nice punches from Jason MacDonald.
Frank staggers backwards. MacDonald wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Frank with a double overhooks!
MacDonald 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.
Frank Shamrock's prefered weapon is his fearsome clinch strikes. MacDonald's need to think if he has the right gameplan if he thought to exchange there.
Frank Shamrock is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Frank catches an ankle and MacDonald is tripped to the mat!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes MacDonald's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank sits over his knees and pushes away MacDonald's leg!
Frank Shamrock is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Frank Shamrock in his guard.
Frank Shamrock keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Frank Shamrock in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Josh Rosenthal has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. MacDonald moves back and takes a deep breath.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Jason MacDonald moves forward looking for some grappling action
MacDonald has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Frank takes a break to breathe while holding Jason MacDonald.
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Frank Shamrock fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for MacDonald, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 2
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MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Frank with a double overhooks!
Some nice shots from Frank Shamrock
that stun MacDonald.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
MacDonald seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Jason MacDonald tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Frank is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald sits over his knees and pushes away Frank's leg!
Jason MacDonald is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to show some ground skills
Frank Shamrock put MacDonald in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald moves to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank Shamrock looks to mount Jason MacDonald...
Frank Shamrock slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald moves to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Jason MacDonald's guard...
MacDonald doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
MacDonald put Frank Shamrock in closed guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Jason MacDonald work his BJJ game.
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Frank Shamrock shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Frank Hyper-extended his arm
Frank struggles to free himself
Frank Shamrock breaks that americana attempt!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to escape from the full mount...
Jason MacDonald is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to show some ground skills
Frank Shamrock put MacDonald in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Jason MacDonald.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Jason MacDonald takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Body kick by Frank Shamrock...
is blocked.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Some nice shots from Jason MacDonald
that stun Frank.
MacDonald is holding Frank Shamrock's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
Frank holds Jason MacDonald's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
MacDonald blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Frank Shamrock rolls over himself and stands up while Jason MacDonald rolls on his back.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
MacDonald dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Frank from the ground!
Frank Shamrock tries a hook to the body
but MacDonald manages to dodge it
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald moves forward looking for some grappling action
MacDonald has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank's cornermen are worried about his safety if he continues clinching with Jason MacDonald.
MacDonald is launching some bone breaking punches to Frank's ribs while in the clinch.
Frank blocks.
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald grapple with Frank Shamrock and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Frank's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like MacDonald
MacDonald tries to move to full mount!
Frank won't allow him to take this position easily.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from the closed guard
MacDonald succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Frank is covering himself! MacDonald tries to force the situation and Frank clumsily gives his back!
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank
MacDonald tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Frank! MacDonald has one hook in and keeps working!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with one hook in
MacDonald has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Frank.
Nicely done! MacDonald now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with two hooks in
MacDonald tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Frank!
Frank adopts the turtle defense and MacDonald is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with two hooks in
Frank is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Frank holds Jason MacDonald's arm over his shoulder and then rolls on the ground. Incredible move to get a half mount!
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Jason MacDonald's arm and tries an armbar!
MacDonald hold his own hand and breaks Frank's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Frank Shamrock.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank Shamrock takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Frank!
Nice move by MacDonald who clinches and pushes Frank against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Jason MacDonald postures up and launches another series of punches!
Frank pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Jason MacDonald's offensive.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank Shamrock throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Frank decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Frank moves back and takes a deep breath.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Jason MacDonald.
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Round 4
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Frank showing excellent timing, blasts Jason MacDonald with a right hand.
Great hook by Frank Shamrock! Jason MacDonald is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
MacDonald tries to hit Frank Shamrock with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Frank steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
MacDonald tries to hit Frank Shamrock with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Frank steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Frank hyper-extended his left leg
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
Frank Shamrock creates space and allows Jason MacDonald to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Jason MacDonald is standing now.
MacDonald is holding Frank Shamrock's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Frank Shamrock.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald isolates Frank Shamrock's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Frank Shamrock is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald looks to posture up and open Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald forces Frank Shamrock to open his guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald moves to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
MacDonald steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
MacDonald misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank Shamrock pushes MacDonald's leg and tries to move to full mount.
MacDonald rolls and he's now on half guard over Frank Shamrock. Nice reversal.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
MacDonald is countered by Frank Shamrock.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank launches a furious low kick!
Jason MacDonald blocks
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock attempts to cut off MacDonald with punches
MacDonald reels from the strikes.
MacDonald is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Jason MacDonald tries a middle kick
Frank blocks with his arm! Wow, that was loud!
Frank is swinging for the fences!
MacDonald backpedals and creates space. Frank Shamrock is asking him if he is going to fight!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Jason MacDonald!
Frank ducks under...
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Jason MacDonald's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Deep breaths from Frank Shamrock who tries a hammer punch to MacDonald's ribs.
MacDonald blocks those punches
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Frank Shamrock moves to half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 5
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Frank Shamrock paws at MacDonald.
MacDonald answers with solid punches!
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Frank throws a hook
He fails to land it.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jason MacDonald's mind is definitely in the fight, Frank just got nailed! Jason MacDonald saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Frank is going to have a headache after this one.
Good front kick from MacDonald!
Frank stumbles backwards after that one!
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Nice beating Frank Shamrock has received.
Solid jabs from Frank Shamrock.
MacDonald defends.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Frank Shamrock is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from the closed guard
MacDonald succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Frank Shamrock closed his guard around Jason MacDonald.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
MacDonald tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
MacDonald knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to move on the ground and shows Jason MacDonald a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Frank's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald isolates Frank Shamrock's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Frank Shamrock is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
MacDonald misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Frank Shamrock shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Frank Shamrock breaks that americana attempt!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald rolls him over and takes his back!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank
MacDonald tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Frank! MacDonald has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with one hook in
Jason MacDonald slides his arm under Frank Shamrock's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
MacDonald is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
MacDonald is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
Frank's Chin is beginning to swell
You can see the pain reflected in Frank's eyes...
Crippling lock!
Frank struggles to free himself
MacDonald secures the lock while Frank Shamrock refuses to tap... Josh Rosenthal jumps in and breaks the lock!
Winner is Jason MacDonald by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 2:49 Round 5
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 22/29 (76%)
Kicks 3/4 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/8 (0%)
Takedowns 5/6 (83%)
GnP strikes 1/1 (100%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 921 s
Statistics: Frank Shamrock
Punches 17/30 (57%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 887 s
Huh. Apparently upgrading your fighters makes them better. Who knew?
P.S. Whoever has Shamrock (I think The Rocketmen?), a few into stamina, and he would have fared much better here. He got tired fast, and that was largely what brought about the submission, I believe.
Frank Shamrock looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
Frank Shamrock comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
MacDonald looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Frank Shamrock's punches
MacDonald is on the receiving end of a great combo by Frank.
Frank goes to the body...
He punishes MacDonald's ribs with a couple of hooks.
Solid low kick from Jason MacDonald.
Frank deflects it.
Middle kick from MacDonald.
Frank receives a solid kick right below his ribs.
Hard blow to Frank's mid-section, he seems hurt
MacDonald is holding Frank Shamrock's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
As the fight continues it seems that Jason MacDonald is taking the best of the fight.
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald struggles on the ground and tries to break Frank Shamrock's guard...
Frank doesn't want to free his opponent and MacDonald continues in closed guard
Frank tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Frank Shamrock throws up a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank goes for an armbar!
That Armbar from Frank Shamrock appears to be unbreakable
Jason MacDonald breaks the lock and pushes away Frank Shamrock, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Frank Shamrock. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank launches a stiff jab!
MacDonald ducks that one.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Nice punches from Jason MacDonald.
Frank staggers backwards. MacDonald wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Frank with a double overhooks!
MacDonald 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.
Frank Shamrock's prefered weapon is his fearsome clinch strikes. MacDonald's need to think if he has the right gameplan if he thought to exchange there.
Frank Shamrock is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Frank catches an ankle and MacDonald is tripped to the mat!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Frank Shamrock uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes MacDonald's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank sits over his knees and pushes away MacDonald's leg!
Frank Shamrock is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Frank Shamrock in his guard.
Frank Shamrock keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Frank Shamrock in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Josh Rosenthal has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. MacDonald moves back and takes a deep breath.
Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Jason MacDonald moves forward looking for some grappling action
MacDonald has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The fighters are clinching.
Frank takes a break to breathe while holding Jason MacDonald.
Josh Rosenthal sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Frank Shamrock fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for MacDonald, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 2
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MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Frank with a double overhooks!
Some nice shots from Frank Shamrock
that stun MacDonald.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
MacDonald seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Jason MacDonald tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Frank is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald sits over his knees and pushes away Frank's leg!
Jason MacDonald is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to show some ground skills
Frank Shamrock put MacDonald in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald moves to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank Shamrock looks to mount Jason MacDonald...
Frank Shamrock slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald moves to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank struggles on the ground and tries to break Jason MacDonald's guard...
MacDonald doesn't want to free his opponent and Frank continues in closed guard
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock is looking to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:00 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
MacDonald put Frank Shamrock in closed guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank Shamrock tries to pass Jason MacDonald's guard...
Frank Shamrock manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Jason MacDonald work his BJJ game.
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Frank Shamrock shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Frank Hyper-extended his arm
Frank struggles to free himself
Frank Shamrock breaks that americana attempt!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to escape from the full mount...
Jason MacDonald is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to show some ground skills
Frank Shamrock put MacDonald in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Frank Shamrock attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass to half guard...
Frank Shamrock can't prevent his opponent from passing. MacDonald looks to work from half guard.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Jason MacDonald.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
MacDonald decides to launch some tentative punches
Jason MacDonald takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Body kick by Frank Shamrock...
is blocked.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Some nice shots from Jason MacDonald
that stun Frank.
MacDonald is holding Frank Shamrock's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Frank Shamrock...
Frank Shamrock takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
Frank holds Jason MacDonald's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
MacDonald blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Frank Shamrock rolls over himself and stands up while Jason MacDonald rolls on his back.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
MacDonald dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Frank from the ground!
Frank Shamrock tries a hook to the body
but MacDonald manages to dodge it
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald moves forward looking for some grappling action
MacDonald has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Frank's cornermen are worried about his safety if he continues clinching with Jason MacDonald.
MacDonald is launching some bone breaking punches to Frank's ribs while in the clinch.
Frank blocks.
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald grapple with Frank Shamrock and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
nice takedown Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Frank's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like MacDonald
MacDonald tries to move to full mount!
Frank won't allow him to take this position easily.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank Shamrock attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Frank Shamrock manages to switch to full guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from the closed guard
MacDonald succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Frank is covering himself! MacDonald tries to force the situation and Frank clumsily gives his back!
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank
MacDonald tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Frank! MacDonald has one hook in and keeps working!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with one hook in
MacDonald has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Frank.
Nicely done! MacDonald now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with two hooks in
MacDonald tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Frank!
Frank adopts the turtle defense and MacDonald is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with two hooks in
Frank is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Frank holds Jason MacDonald's arm over his shoulder and then rolls on the ground. Incredible move to get a half mount!
Frank Shamrock is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Frank fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Jason MacDonald's arm and tries an armbar!
MacDonald hold his own hand and breaks Frank's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Frank Shamrock.
Josh Rosenthal stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank Shamrock takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Frank!
Nice move by MacDonald who clinches and pushes Frank against the cage
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Jason MacDonald postures up and launches another series of punches!
Frank pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Jason MacDonald's offensive.
Frank is trying to counter now!
Frank Shamrock throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Frank decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Frank moves back and takes a deep breath.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Jason MacDonald.
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Round 4
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Frank showing excellent timing, blasts Jason MacDonald with a right hand.
Great hook by Frank Shamrock! Jason MacDonald is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
MacDonald tries to hit Frank Shamrock with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Frank steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
MacDonald tries to hit Frank Shamrock with a kick to his knee from the ground.
Nice kick. Frank steps backwards trying to find a way to use his advantage now.
Frank hyper-extended his left leg
Frank is standing while MacDonald is on the ground on his back
Frank Shamrock creates space and allows Jason MacDonald to stand up.
Back to the beginning! Jason MacDonald is standing now.
MacDonald is holding Frank Shamrock's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Frank Shamrock loses balance and goes to the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Frank Shamrock.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald isolates Frank Shamrock's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Frank Shamrock is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Frank Shamrock gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald looks to posture up and open Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald forces Frank Shamrock to open his guard.
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
Frank tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald is in closed guard... Frank tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jason MacDonald!
Frank Shamrock is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll to his side and trap Frank Shamrock in his guard...
Jason MacDonald moves to half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
MacDonald steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Frank Shamrock keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Frank Shamrock is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
MacDonald misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank Shamrock pushes MacDonald's leg and tries to move to full mount.
MacDonald rolls and he's now on half guard over Frank Shamrock. Nice reversal.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
MacDonald is countered by Frank Shamrock.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Frank Shamrock to fight back!
Frank throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Jason MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in The O2 Arena (London, England) are cheering for the fighters.
Frank launches a furious low kick!
Jason MacDonald blocks
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Frank Shamrock attempts to cut off MacDonald with punches
MacDonald reels from the strikes.
MacDonald is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Jason MacDonald tries a middle kick
Frank blocks with his arm! Wow, that was loud!
Frank is swinging for the fences!
MacDonald backpedals and creates space. Frank Shamrock is asking him if he is going to fight!
Bone shattering straight left hand from Jason MacDonald!
Frank ducks under...
Poorly executed technique. Frank Shamrock looks to counter!
Frank Shamrock attempts a sweep single...
Frank Shamrock catches Jason MacDonald's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Frank.
Frank Shamrock is in closed guard over MacDonald
Frank is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Frank Shamrock!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Deep breaths from Frank Shamrock who tries a hammer punch to MacDonald's ribs.
MacDonald blocks those punches
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Frank Shamrock moves to half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Frank
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Frank Shamrock's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 5
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Frank Shamrock paws at MacDonald.
MacDonald answers with solid punches!
The clock says 0:20 in the 5 round
Frank throws a hook
He fails to land it.
Frank misses a step and Jason MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jason MacDonald's mind is definitely in the fight, Frank just got nailed! Jason MacDonald saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Frank is going to have a headache after this one.
Good front kick from MacDonald!
Frank stumbles backwards after that one!
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Nice beating Frank Shamrock has received.
Solid jabs from Frank Shamrock.
MacDonald defends.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Frank Shamrock is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to escape from the closed guard
MacDonald succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Frank
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Frank Shamrock closed his guard around Jason MacDonald.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Frank Shamrock
MacDonald tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll on the ground...
MacDonald knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank tries to move on the ground and shows Jason MacDonald a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Frank's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald isolates Frank Shamrock's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Frank Shamrock is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
MacDonald misses a step and Frank Shamrock sees an opportunity to counter him!
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Frank Shamrock shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Frank Shamrock breaks that americana attempt!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Frank Shamrock
Frank Shamrock tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald rolls him over and takes his back!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank
MacDonald tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Frank! MacDonald has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
MacDonald is in rear mount over Frank with one hook in
Jason MacDonald slides his arm under Frank Shamrock's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
MacDonald is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
MacDonald is locking that Rear Naked Choke...
Frank's Chin is beginning to swell
You can see the pain reflected in Frank's eyes...
Crippling lock!
Frank struggles to free himself
MacDonald secures the lock while Frank Shamrock refuses to tap... Josh Rosenthal jumps in and breaks the lock!
Winner is Jason MacDonald by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 2:49 Round 5
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 22/29 (76%)
Kicks 3/4 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/8 (0%)
Takedowns 5/6 (83%)
GnP strikes 1/1 (100%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 921 s
Statistics: Frank Shamrock
Punches 17/30 (57%)
Kicks 0/2 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 5/5 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 887 s
Huh. Apparently upgrading your fighters makes them better. Who knew?
P.S. Whoever has Shamrock (I think The Rocketmen?), a few into stamina, and he would have fared much better here. He got tired fast, and that was largely what brought about the submission, I believe.
= x2 (Rua, Liddel(current))
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!