Post by The Sandmen on May 5, 2015 21:39:50 GMT -5
Paige VanZant glares at her opponent from the opposite corner.
Sarah D'Alelio doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
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 her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Paige VanZant and Sarah D'Alelio touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Paige VanZant tries to bring the fight to the ground
D'Alelio won't budge, forcing VanZant to pull guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! D'Alelio's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Herb Dean knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio tries to roll on the ground...
VanZant knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant suddenly holds Sarah D'Alelio's arm and tries an armbar!
D'Alelio can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! VanZant's being punished here!
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio tries to escape from the closed guard
D'Alelio succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
D'Alelio gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! She's just wailing away at Paige VanZant! The referee is saying she's going to stop it if Paige VanZant doesn't defend herself!
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio tries to pass to half guard...
Paige VanZant can't prevent her opponent from passing. D'Alelio looks to work from half guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
D'Alelio shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
VanZant pushes Sarah D'Alelio forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Deep breaths from Sarah D'Alelio who tries a hammer punch to VanZant's ribs.
That hit VanZant who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
D'Alelio creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Sarah D'Alelio tries to bring the fight to the ground
VanZant goes down.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant is taking this opportunity to rest.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant goes for an armbar!
Sarah D'Alelio breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Sarah D'Alelio's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Sarah D'Alelio loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Sarah D'Alelio manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Sarah D'Alelio can end the fight with her ground and pound.
D'Alelio tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant passes momentarily but Sarah D'Alelio regains full guard.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
VanZant is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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D'Alelio shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Sarah D'Alelio is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
VanZant tries to grapple
She puts D'Alelio in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Paige VanZant shoots and grab Sarah D'Alelio's ankle trying to take her down with a Heel Trip Reversal
D'Alelio sprawl and remain on her feet
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
D'Alelio is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to show some ground skills
Sarah D'Alelio put VanZant in half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to mount Sarah D'Alelio...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio launches a few weak punches
VanZant blocks them effectively.
Sarah D'Alelio gets sloppy and Paige VanZant tries to take advantage...
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to D'Alelio's face!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant sits high on Sarah D'Alelio's chest and pulls her leg underneath D'Alelio's head. There's the triangle attempt!
D'Alelio tries to roll out. She's too quick for Paige VanZant and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by VanZant and it cost her top position.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Sarah D'Alelio tries to take advantage...
Sarah D'Alelio tries to open VanZant's guard...
VanZant breaks the lock and covers herself from D'Alelio's punches
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
D'Alelio is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
VanZant misses a step and Sarah D'Alelio sees an opportunity to counter her!
D'Alelio is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes VanZant's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Herb Dean 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Sarah D'Alelio's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Sarah D'Alelio shows great balance while pushing away Paige VanZant
VanZant misses a step and Sarah D'Alelio sees an opportunity to counter her!
A solid combination from Sarah D'Alelio
connects with VanZant.
There is a small laceration on Paige VanZant's Chin
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
VanZant fires low kicks
punishing D'Alelio's legs repeatedly.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Sarah D'Alelio was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant and D'Alelio engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant tries a middle kick
D'Alelio blocks with her arm! Wow, that was loud!
Sarah D'Alelio is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
A right hand from Sarah D'Alelio
surprises VanZant!
VanZant's Right eye is beginning to swell
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Sarah D'Alelio goes with a looping right hand while Paige VanZant jumps back and jabs
D'Alelio only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Sarah D'Alelio shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Paige VanZant is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull D'Alelio into her guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio is looking to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Paige VanZant has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio tries to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Sarah D'Alelio manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Sarah D'Alelio storms over VanZant with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
D'Alelio doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again VanZant's face with her elbows!
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
VanZant measures the resilience of D'Alelio's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
D'Alelio blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
VanZant clumsily fails here and it's time for Sarah D'Alelio to fight back!
D'Alelio leans back...
She clobbers Paige VanZant's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
There is a small laceration on Paige VanZant's Forehead
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio tries to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Paige VanZant's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Sarah D'Alelio, but it's close.
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Round 3
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VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant succeeds
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
D'Alelio is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to D'Alelio's mid-section, she seems hurt
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
VanZant clumsily fails here and it's time for Sarah D'Alelio to fight back!
Sarah D'Alelio launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because VanZant tries to cover her face,
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant passes momentarily but Sarah D'Alelio sees and opening and traps her in full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
VanZant tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to D'Alelio's face!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant is cooling the fight on the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
That Triangle Armbar looks tight...
Paige VanZant realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Sarah D'Alelio. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant fakes a punch and launches herself over Sarah D'Alelio
Great move by VanZant who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
D'Alelio doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Paige VanZant embrace and tries to move away...
Paige VanZant pushes D'Alelio forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Sarah D'Alelio fakes a few punches and advance towards VanZant trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
VanZant pushes Sarah D'Alelio and circle away keeping herself within striking range
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
D'Alelio and VanZant circle around the center of the cage.
Sarah D'Alelio is opening up on VanZant and raining down combinations!
VanZant's corner looks worried!
Sarah D'Alelio goes with a looping right hand while Paige VanZant jumps back and jabs
VanZant seems staggered and Sarah D'Alelio runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Sarah D'Alelio is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
D'Alelio ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant forces Sarah D'Alelio to open her guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
VanZant cannot take advantage in the ground
Poorly executed technique. Sarah D'Alelio looks to counter!
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in VanZant's side.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Sarah D'Alelio's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Paige VanZant breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Sarah D'Alelio. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Sarah D'Alelio's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
VanZant struggles on the ground and tries to break Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant is in D'Alelio open guard now
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant succeeds
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
D'Alelio breaks the lock showing some skills...
Poorly executed technique. Sarah D'Alelio looks to counter!
Sarah D'Alelio tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
D'Alelio is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant sits high on Sarah D'Alelio's chest and pulls her leg underneath D'Alelio's head. There's the triangle attempt!
D'Alelio tries to roll out. She's too quick for Paige VanZant and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by VanZant and it cost her top position.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Sarah D'Alelio looks to counter!
Sarah D'Alelio moves to better her position on the ground...
Sarah D'Alelio viciously slams hammer blows to VanZant's face!
VanZant's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Paige VanZant has to be confident that she won that round.
It seems that the cutman have some work to do with Paige VanZant.
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Round 4
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VanZant fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Sarah D'Alelio didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
VanZant sits over her knees and pushes away D'Alelio's leg!
Paige VanZant is able to put away her leg and then jumps to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Sarah D'Alelio manages to switch to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to get a side mount...
D'Alelio wraps her leg around Paige VanZant leg and prevents her from moving.
D'Alelio is trying to counter now!
Sarah D'Alelio attempts to move to full guard
Sarah D'Alelio manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
VanZant cannot take advantage in the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
VanZant cannot take advantage in the ground
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Sarah D'Alelio tries to take advantage...
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Sarah D'Alelio's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
VanZant launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
D'Alelio is covering herself! VanZant tries to force the situation and D'Alelio clumsily gives her back!
VanZant is in rear mount over D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Paige VanZant uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
VanZant is in rear mount over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
D'Alelio locks her hands and forces her weight on top of Paige VanZant unil she can pull her arm free! VanZant lost her dominant position.
VanZant misses a step and Sarah D'Alelio sees an opportunity to counter her!
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in VanZant's side.
VanZant is in rear mount over D'Alelio
D'Alelio has VanZant controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills she transitions to a side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because VanZant tries to cover her face,
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to mount Sarah D'Alelio...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
D'Alelio is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant goes for an armbar!
That Armbar from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
D'Alelio Hyper-extended her left arm
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar looks tight...
Sarah D'Alelio breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Sarah D'Alelio is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. VanZant spins out, but Sarah D'Alelio was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
VanZant is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Sarah D'Alelio. 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.
VanZant is holding Sarah D'Alelio's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Sarah D'Alelio loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
D'Alelio creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Some nice shots from Paige VanZant
that stun D'Alelio.
Paige VanZant tries to bring the fight to the ground
D'Alelio goes down.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to jump to side mount.
Sarah D'Alelio closed her guard around Paige VanZant.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Sarah D'Alelio.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for VanZant.
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Round 5
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VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Crushing shot to D'Alelio's body! She's holding her side
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
Paige VanZant moves to side mount
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to show some ground skills
Sarah D'Alelio put VanZant in half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
0:44 Round 5 and VanZant is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Paige VanZant tries to free her leg
Paige VanZant uses some of her skill by jumping out of D'Alelio's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to mount Sarah D'Alelio...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant sits high on Sarah D'Alelio's chest and pulls her leg underneath D'Alelio's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Crippling lock!
That Triangle from Mount from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
D'Alelio tries to roll out. She's too quick for Paige VanZant and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by VanZant and it cost her top position.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Crippling lock!
D'Alelio struggles to free herself
D'Alelio breaks the lock showing some skills...
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant goes for an armbar!
That Armbar from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
You can see the pain reflected in D'Alelio's eyes...
D'Alelio struggles to free herself
D'Alelio Hyper-extended her arm
VanZant secures the lock while Sarah D'Alelio refuses to tap... Herb Dean jumps in and breaks the lock!
Winner is Paige VanZant by Submission (Armbar) at 1:41 Round 5
Statistics: Paige VanZant
Punches 9/11 (82%)
Kicks 4/4 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 12/15 (80%)
GnP strikes 3/5 (60%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 947 s
Statistics: Sarah D'Alelio
Punches 13/19 (68%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 25/47 (53%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 947 s
Really good fight. A little bit back and forth, damage being done, tough, tough, tough women, stamina for days, just a good fight. Was curious where the decision would have gone, but the finish came about and...yeah.
Sarah D'Alelio doesn't look concerned about anything her opponent brings to the table.
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 her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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Paige VanZant and Sarah D'Alelio touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Paige VanZant tries to bring the fight to the ground
D'Alelio won't budge, forcing VanZant to pull guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to move on the ground and shows Paige VanZant a crack in her guard which she uses for a big elbow!
Bang! D'Alelio's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks her head against the mat! Herb Dean knows she may be calling off the fight soon!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio tries to roll on the ground...
VanZant knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant suddenly holds Sarah D'Alelio's arm and tries an armbar!
D'Alelio can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Paige VanZant!
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! VanZant's being punished here!
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio tries to escape from the closed guard
D'Alelio succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
D'Alelio gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! She's just wailing away at Paige VanZant! The referee is saying she's going to stop it if Paige VanZant doesn't defend herself!
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio tries to pass to half guard...
Paige VanZant can't prevent her opponent from passing. D'Alelio looks to work from half guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
D'Alelio shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
VanZant pushes Sarah D'Alelio forward against her back and breaks the lock!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 2:30 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Deep breaths from Sarah D'Alelio who tries a hammer punch to VanZant's ribs.
That hit VanZant who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
D'Alelio creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Sarah D'Alelio tries to bring the fight to the ground
VanZant goes down.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She is not able to do it
Sarah D'Alelio is in open guard over VanZant
VanZant tries to close her guard around D'Alelio
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:00 in the 1 round
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
VanZant is taking this opportunity to rest.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant goes for an armbar!
Sarah D'Alelio breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Sarah D'Alelio's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Sarah D'Alelio loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Sarah D'Alelio manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Sarah D'Alelio can end the fight with her ground and pound.
D'Alelio tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant passes momentarily but Sarah D'Alelio regains full guard.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
VanZant is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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D'Alelio shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Sarah D'Alelio is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
VanZant tries to grapple
She puts D'Alelio in a double underhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Paige VanZant shoots and grab Sarah D'Alelio's ankle trying to take her down with a Heel Trip Reversal
D'Alelio sprawl and remain on her feet
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
D'Alelio is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to improve position.
She frees a leg.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to show some ground skills
Sarah D'Alelio put VanZant in half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to mount Sarah D'Alelio...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:40 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio launches a few weak punches
VanZant blocks them effectively.
Sarah D'Alelio gets sloppy and Paige VanZant tries to take advantage...
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to D'Alelio's face!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant sits high on Sarah D'Alelio's chest and pulls her leg underneath D'Alelio's head. There's the triangle attempt!
D'Alelio tries to roll out. She's too quick for Paige VanZant and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by VanZant and it cost her top position.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Sarah D'Alelio tries to take advantage...
Sarah D'Alelio tries to open VanZant's guard...
VanZant breaks the lock and covers herself from D'Alelio's punches
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
D'Alelio is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
VanZant misses a step and Sarah D'Alelio sees an opportunity to counter her!
D'Alelio is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes VanZant's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Herb Dean 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
VanZant is holding Sarah D'Alelio's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Sarah D'Alelio shows great balance while pushing away Paige VanZant
VanZant misses a step and Sarah D'Alelio sees an opportunity to counter her!
A solid combination from Sarah D'Alelio
connects with VanZant.
There is a small laceration on Paige VanZant's Chin
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
VanZant fires low kicks
punishing D'Alelio's legs repeatedly.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Sarah D'Alelio was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant and D'Alelio engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Paige VanZant tries a middle kick
D'Alelio blocks with her arm! Wow, that was loud!
Sarah D'Alelio is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around her opponent.
A right hand from Sarah D'Alelio
surprises VanZant!
VanZant's Right eye is beginning to swell
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Sarah D'Alelio goes with a looping right hand while Paige VanZant jumps back and jabs
D'Alelio only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Sarah D'Alelio shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Paige VanZant is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull D'Alelio into her guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio is looking to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Paige VanZant has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio tries to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Sarah D'Alelio manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Sarah D'Alelio storms over VanZant with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
D'Alelio doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again VanZant's face with her elbows!
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
VanZant measures the resilience of D'Alelio's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
D'Alelio blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
VanZant clumsily fails here and it's time for Sarah D'Alelio to fight back!
D'Alelio leans back...
She clobbers Paige VanZant's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
There is a small laceration on Paige VanZant's Forehead
Sarah D'Alelio is in half guard over VanZant
Sarah D'Alelio tries to pass Paige VanZant's guard...
Paige VanZant's guard is too good and she fails to pass.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Sarah D'Alelio, but it's close.
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Round 3
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VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant succeeds
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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.
Paige VanZant tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
D'Alelio is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to D'Alelio's mid-section, she seems hurt
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch her work on the ground.
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
VanZant clumsily fails here and it's time for Sarah D'Alelio to fight back!
Sarah D'Alelio launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because VanZant tries to cover her face,
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant passes momentarily but Sarah D'Alelio sees and opening and traps her in full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
VanZant tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Paige VanZant fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to D'Alelio's face!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant is cooling the fight on the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
That Triangle Armbar looks tight...
Paige VanZant realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Sarah D'Alelio. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:50 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant fakes a punch and launches herself over Sarah D'Alelio
Great move by VanZant who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
D'Alelio doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Paige VanZant embrace and tries to move away...
Paige VanZant pushes D'Alelio forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Sarah D'Alelio fakes a few punches and advance towards VanZant trying to take her down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
VanZant pushes Sarah D'Alelio and circle away keeping herself within striking range
The clock says 2:10 in the 3 round
D'Alelio and VanZant circle around the center of the cage.
Sarah D'Alelio is opening up on VanZant and raining down combinations!
VanZant's corner looks worried!
Sarah D'Alelio goes with a looping right hand while Paige VanZant jumps back and jabs
VanZant seems staggered and Sarah D'Alelio runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Sarah D'Alelio is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
D'Alelio ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to posture up and open Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant forces Sarah D'Alelio to open her guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
VanZant cannot take advantage in the ground
Poorly executed technique. Sarah D'Alelio looks to counter!
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in VanZant's side.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Sarah D'Alelio's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Paige VanZant breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Sarah D'Alelio. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:35 in the 3 round
VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground...
She remains in open guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass to half guard...
Sarah D'Alelio's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
VanZant struggles on the ground and tries to break Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant is in D'Alelio open guard now
The clock says 4:15 in the 3 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to move to full mount
VanZant succeeds
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
D'Alelio breaks the lock showing some skills...
Poorly executed technique. Sarah D'Alelio looks to counter!
Sarah D'Alelio tries to roll on the ground...
She makes a reversal!
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. She can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
D'Alelio is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant sits high on Sarah D'Alelio's chest and pulls her leg underneath D'Alelio's head. There's the triangle attempt!
D'Alelio tries to roll out. She's too quick for Paige VanZant and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by VanZant and it cost her top position.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Sarah D'Alelio uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Poorly executed technique. Sarah D'Alelio looks to counter!
Sarah D'Alelio moves to better her position on the ground...
Sarah D'Alelio viciously slams hammer blows to VanZant's face!
VanZant's Forehead is bruised after the punishement she's received!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Paige VanZant has to be confident that she won that round.
It seems that the cutman have some work to do with Paige VanZant.
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Round 4
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VanZant fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Sarah D'Alelio didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to close her guard around VanZant
She succeeds!
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant is looking to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant gets her hips free and moves to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
VanZant sits over her knees and pushes away D'Alelio's leg!
Paige VanZant is able to put away her leg and then jumps to side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio attempts to trap Paige VanZant in her guard.
Sarah D'Alelio manages to switch to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to get a side mount...
D'Alelio wraps her leg around Paige VanZant leg and prevents her from moving.
D'Alelio is trying to counter now!
Sarah D'Alelio attempts to move to full guard
Sarah D'Alelio manages to switch to full guard.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
VanZant cannot take advantage in the ground
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
VanZant cannot take advantage in the ground
Paige VanZant gets sloppy and Sarah D'Alelio tries to take advantage...
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
VanZant blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant attempts a sweep single...
Paige VanZant catches Sarah D'Alelio's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by VanZant.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to pass Sarah D'Alelio's guard...
Paige VanZant manages to get her leg free and moves to half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
VanZant launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
D'Alelio is covering herself! VanZant tries to force the situation and D'Alelio clumsily gives her back!
VanZant is in rear mount over D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Paige VanZant uses her head to cover the punches and presses her skull forward.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
VanZant is in rear mount over D'Alelio
Paige VanZant isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
D'Alelio locks her hands and forces her weight on top of Paige VanZant unil she can pull her arm free! VanZant lost her dominant position.
VanZant misses a step and Sarah D'Alelio sees an opportunity to counter her!
D'Alelio measures the resilience of VanZant's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in VanZant's side.
VanZant is in rear mount over D'Alelio
D'Alelio has VanZant controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills she transitions to a side mount.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio launches a few punches to VanZant's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because VanZant tries to cover her face,
The clock says 3:10 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to mount Sarah D'Alelio...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
D'Alelio is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant goes for an armbar!
That Armbar from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
D'Alelio Hyper-extended her left arm
VanZant is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar looks tight...
Sarah D'Alelio breaks the lock and pushes away Paige VanZant, who rolls over her back and gets to standing position.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Paige VanZant. 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 Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Paige VanZant shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Sarah D'Alelio is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull VanZant into her guard.
Paige VanZant is in closed guard over D'Alelio
Sarah D'Alelio gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. VanZant spins out, but Sarah D'Alelio was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
VanZant is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Sarah D'Alelio. 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.
VanZant is holding Sarah D'Alelio's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Sarah D'Alelio loses balance and goes to the ground.
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
D'Alelio creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Araneta Coliseum (Quezon City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Some nice shots from Paige VanZant
that stun D'Alelio.
Paige VanZant tries to bring the fight to the ground
D'Alelio goes down.
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant tries to jump to side mount.
Sarah D'Alelio closed her guard around Paige VanZant.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to pass to mount...
VanZant slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Sarah D'Alelio.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for VanZant.
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Round 5
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VanZant grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Paige VanZant
Crushing shot to D'Alelio's body! She's holding her side
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
Paige VanZant is in open guard over D'Alelio
VanZant moves on the ground
Paige VanZant moves to side mount
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
D'Alelio tries to show some ground skills
Sarah D'Alelio put VanZant in half guard.
Paige VanZant is in half guard over D'Alelio
0:44 Round 5 and VanZant is still in good shape. She sure has trained hard for this fight.
Paige VanZant tries to free her leg
Paige VanZant uses some of her skill by jumping out of D'Alelio's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Paige VanZant is in side mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant looks to mount Sarah D'Alelio...
Paige VanZant slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant sits high on Sarah D'Alelio's chest and pulls her leg underneath D'Alelio's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Crippling lock!
That Triangle from Mount from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
D'Alelio tries to roll out. She's too quick for Paige VanZant and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by VanZant and it cost her top position.
Sarah D'Alelio is in closed guard over VanZant
Paige VanZant seems fresh. She may still have a lot of gas in her tank.
D'Alelio is in closed guard... VanZant tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio!
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
Paige VanZant throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Crippling lock!
D'Alelio struggles to free herself
D'Alelio breaks the lock showing some skills...
Paige VanZant is in full mount over Sarah D'Alelio
VanZant goes for an armbar!
That Armbar from Paige VanZant appears to be unbreakable
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
You can see the pain reflected in D'Alelio's eyes...
D'Alelio struggles to free herself
D'Alelio Hyper-extended her arm
VanZant secures the lock while Sarah D'Alelio refuses to tap... Herb Dean jumps in and breaks the lock!
Winner is Paige VanZant by Submission (Armbar) at 1:41 Round 5
Statistics: Paige VanZant
Punches 9/11 (82%)
Kicks 4/4 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 12/15 (80%)
GnP strikes 3/5 (60%)
Submissions 13/13 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 947 s
Statistics: Sarah D'Alelio
Punches 13/19 (68%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 25/47 (53%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 947 s
Really good fight. A little bit back and forth, damage being done, tough, tough, tough women, stamina for days, just a good fight. Was curious where the decision would have gone, but the finish came about and...yeah.