Post by The Sandmen on May 14, 2015 9:03:19 GMT -5
Evan Tanner raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Jason MacDonald looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
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.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Evan Tanner is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
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 0:40 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
MacDonald blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries to move to full mount
MacDonald's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
Tanner measures the resilience of MacDonald's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in MacDonald's side.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
MacDonald is in closed guard... Tanner tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries to escape from closed guard...
MacDonald struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner sits up and gets an arm around MacDonald's neck!
MacDonald struggles to free himself
Jason MacDonald lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Evan Tanner doesn't break the lock and Jason MacDonald is running out of time!
Crippling lock!
Jason MacDonald lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Evan Tanner doesn't break the lock and Jason MacDonald is running out of time!
MacDonald pushes Evan Tanner back to the ground.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Tanner launches a few weak punches
MacDonald blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Evan Tanner is not able to stop Tanner ground skills and Jason MacDonald moves to side mount!
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner launches a few punches to MacDonald's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because MacDonald tries to cover his face,
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald tries to stand up!
Tanner doesn't allow him!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Evan Tanner.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner measures the resilience of MacDonald's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
MacDonald blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Evan Tanner tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Jason MacDonald rolls Evan Tanner to his stomach and takes his back!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Tanner
MacDonald tries to stand up!
Tanner doesn't allow him!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Tanner
Tanner has MacDonald controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills he transitions to a side mount.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Evan Tanner doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Evan Tanner fakes a punch and launches himself over MacDonald!
Jason MacDonald is smart enough to avoid the clinch game by Tanner and pushes him away!
Jason MacDonald takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
MacDonald and Tanner circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Tanner is holding Jason MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jason MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Evan Tanner
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Jason MacDonald pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Tanner launches a few hard punches to Jason MacDonald's ribs!
MacDonald struggles and protects himself.
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald grapple with Evan Tanner and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
Tanner manage to maintain his balances and avoid the takedown
Dan Miragliotta sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Tanner is holding Jason MacDonald's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jason MacDonald loses balance and goes to the ground.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Evan Tanner looks to mount Jason MacDonald...
Evan Tanner slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Tanner, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 2
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Jason MacDonald seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Tanner with a double overhooks!
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Brilliant combination from Evan Tanner
MacDonald is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Tanner!
Nice move by MacDonald who clinches and pushes Tanner against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Once MacDonald is able to keep you againts the fence in a clinch you must be worried.
MacDonald goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Evan Tanner is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Jason MacDonald gets the advantage
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Jason MacDonald cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Evan Tanner.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald sits high on Evan Tanner's chest and pulls his leg underneath Tanner's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Tanner tries to roll out. He's too quick for Jason MacDonald and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by MacDonald and it cost him top position.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
MacDonald is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to open Tanner's guard...
Tanner breaks the lock and covers himself from MacDonald's punches
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Evan Tanner gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
MacDonald blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Tanner's guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg...
Tanner rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner tries to escape from closed guard...
Tanner struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over MacDonald
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Tanner's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner looks to posture up and open Jason MacDonald's guard...
Jason MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner tries to escape from closed guard...
Tanner struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Evan Tanner is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Tanner
He succeeds!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Jason MacDonald gets sloppy and Evan Tanner tries to take advantage...
Tanner tries to escape from the closed guard
Evan Tanner any adventage in the ground.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
MacDonald cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Tanner can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Evan Tanner tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jason MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
MacDonald launches a hook to the body
Evan Tanner moves aside looking for a counter...
Tanner is trying to counter now!
Evan Tanner tries a hook to the body
but MacDonald manages to dodge it
Tanner grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner is in open guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner tries to finish with a leg lock!
MacDonald is able to break the lock.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Tanner
He succeeds!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner tries to better his position on the ground...
Tanner breaks the closed guard of Jason MacDonald and moves to half guard
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Jason MacDonald, but it's close.
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Round 3
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MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Evan Tanner pushes away MacDonald trying to keep the fight at striking range
MacDonald doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Evan Tanner
The fighters are clinching.
Tanner struggles and launches a few punches to MacDonald's head
Those punches are hitting! MacDonald covers his head!
The fighters are clinching.
Tanner and Jason MacDonald are cliched up against the cage. Tanner steps for a throw
Jason MacDonald is flat on his back. great Judo technique shown!
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner looks to posture up and open Jason MacDonald's guard...
Evan Tanner forces Jason MacDonald to open his guard.
Evan Tanner is in open guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner tries to finish with a leg lock!
MacDonald is able to break the lock.
Tanner clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Tanner
He succeeds!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
MacDonald works on the ground with his fingers over Tanner's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see the foul!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner launches a few punches to MacDonald's cheek from the guard.
Jason MacDonald uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner 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 Evan Tanner
MacDonald fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Evan Tanner's arm and tries an armbar!
Tanner holds his own hand and with pure strength he breaks Tanner's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Jason MacDonald.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to half guard.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald isolates Evan Tanner's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Evan Tanner is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
MacDonald fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Evan Tanner didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Evan Tanner closed his guard around Jason MacDonald.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Evan Tanner...
Jason MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald goes for an armbar!
Evan Tanner breaks the lock and pushes away Jason MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. 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.
MacDonald pushes Evan Tanner and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Neither fighter's clearly ahead right now.
MacDonald and Evan Tanner are cliched up against the cage. MacDonald hammers Tanner face and hooks Tanner leg
Evan Tanner is on his back after that trip
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
MacDonald tries to escape from closed guard...
MacDonald struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Nice beating Evan Tanner has received.
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Evan Tanner's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Evan Tanner...
Jason MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald goes for an armbar!
Evan Tanner breaks the lock and pushes away Jason MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Tanner seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Tanner fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Jason MacDonald didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Jason MacDonald catches Evan Tanner's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by MacDonald.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald is looking to pass Evan Tanner's guard...
Jason MacDonald gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald pushes Tanner's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by MacDonald who is in full mount! Tanner is in trouble now!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Evan Tanner shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Evan Tanner breaks that americana attempt!
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner 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 Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Crippling lock!
That Armbar from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
Tanner breaks the lock showing some skills...
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner 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 Evan Tanner
MacDonald tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Jason MacDonald controls the situation despite Evan Tanner efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of MacDonald's moves.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald sits high on Evan Tanner's chest and pulls his leg underneath Tanner's head. There's the triangle attempt!
That Triangle from Mount from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
That Triangle from Mount looks tight...
Crippling lock!
Tanner tries to roll out. He's too quick for Jason MacDonald and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by MacDonald and it cost him top position.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner tries to move on the ground and shows Jason MacDonald a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Tanner's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of MacDonald's moves.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner 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 Tanner
Tanner has given his back to Jason MacDonald who is trying to get one hook in!
Jason MacDonald has one hook in!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Tanner with one hook in
Jason MacDonald throws his leg over Evan Tanner's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Jason MacDonald's rear naked choke attempt!
Evan Tanner frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Jason MacDonald and ends up on top!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald sits high on Evan Tanner's chest and pulls his leg underneath Tanner's head. There's the triangle attempt!
MacDonald is locking that Triangle from Mount...
MacDonald is locking that Triangle from Mount...
That Triangle from Mount looks tight...
Punishing hold!
That Triangle from Mount from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
You can see the pain reflected in Tanner's eyes...
That Triangle from Mount from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
Tanner struggles to free himself
Tanner's Nose is beginning to swell
Crippling lock!
Tanner struggles to free himself
Tanner tries to roll out. He's too quick for Jason MacDonald and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by MacDonald and it cost him top position.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Evan Tanner shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
MacDonald shows a pained grimace and he repeatedly taps out after a perfect americana!
Winner is Jason MacDonald by Submission (Americana) at 3:36 Round 4
Statistics: Evan Tanner
Punches 0/5 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/7 (29%)
Takedowns 3/5 (60%)
GnP strikes 4/13 (31%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 828 s
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 1/7 (14%)
Submissions 11/11 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 828 s
This was Tanner's "What's wrong with me" fight. He was not supposed to manhandle MacDonald the way he did, but he did. So that's positive. The answer to the WWWM question is stamina, primarily. Stamina and a more sustained offence. NOW YOU KNOW!
(Also, I like that MacDonald tapped out, but got the win...good call Ref, hahaha)
Jason MacDonald looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
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.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Jason MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Evan Tanner is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull MacDonald into his guard.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
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 0:40 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
MacDonald blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries to move to full mount
MacDonald's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner tries to close his guard around MacDonald
He succeeds!
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
Tanner measures the resilience of MacDonald's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in MacDonald's side.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
MacDonald is in closed guard... Tanner tries to roll on the ground!
Jason MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
MacDonald tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
MacDonald tries to escape from closed guard...
MacDonald struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner sits up and gets an arm around MacDonald's neck!
MacDonald struggles to free himself
Jason MacDonald lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Evan Tanner doesn't break the lock and Jason MacDonald is running out of time!
Crippling lock!
Jason MacDonald lifts his opponent from the ground displaying great power! And down he goes!
Evan Tanner doesn't break the lock and Jason MacDonald is running out of time!
MacDonald pushes Evan Tanner back to the ground.
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:55 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Tanner launches a few weak punches
MacDonald blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
MacDonald launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Evan Tanner is not able to stop Tanner ground skills and Jason MacDonald moves to side mount!
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner launches a few punches to MacDonald's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because MacDonald tries to cover his face,
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to trap Jason MacDonald in his guard.
Jason MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald tries to stand up!
Tanner doesn't allow him!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Evan Tanner.
The clock says 2:45 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner measures the resilience of MacDonald's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
MacDonald blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
Evan Tanner tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Jason MacDonald rolls Evan Tanner to his stomach and takes his back!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Tanner
MacDonald tries to stand up!
Tanner doesn't allow him!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Tanner
Tanner has MacDonald controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills he transitions to a side mount.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Evan Tanner doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Evan Tanner fakes a punch and launches himself over MacDonald!
Jason MacDonald is smart enough to avoid the clinch game by Tanner and pushes him away!
Jason MacDonald takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
MacDonald and Tanner circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Tanner is holding Jason MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jason MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Evan Tanner
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Jason MacDonald pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
Tanner launches a few hard punches to Jason MacDonald's ribs!
MacDonald struggles and protects himself.
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jason MacDonald grapple with Evan Tanner and tries a Outer Leg Sweep
Tanner manage to maintain his balances and avoid the takedown
Dan Miragliotta sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Tanner is holding Jason MacDonald's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jason MacDonald loses balance and goes to the ground.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Evan Tanner looks to mount Jason MacDonald...
Evan Tanner slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Tanner, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 2
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Jason MacDonald seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Tanner with a double overhooks!
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Brilliant combination from Evan Tanner
MacDonald is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
Poorly executed technique. Jason MacDonald looks to counter!
Jason MacDonald fakes a punch and launches himself over Tanner!
Nice move by MacDonald who clinches and pushes Tanner against the cage
The fighters are clinching.
Once MacDonald is able to keep you againts the fence in a clinch you must be worried.
MacDonald goes for a scissor takedown. thats unusual
Evan Tanner is down after that takedown and they are scrambling for position. Jason MacDonald gets the advantage
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Jason MacDonald cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner breaths deeply while on the ground
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
MacDonald slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Evan Tanner.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald sits high on Evan Tanner's chest and pulls his leg underneath Tanner's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Tanner tries to roll out. He's too quick for Jason MacDonald and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by MacDonald and it cost him top position.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
MacDonald is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to open Tanner's guard...
Tanner breaks the lock and covers himself from MacDonald's punches
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Evan Tanner gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
MacDonald blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Tanner's guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to free his leg...
Tanner rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner tries to escape from closed guard...
Tanner struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over MacDonald
BJJ! That is what must be passing through Tanner's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner looks to posture up and open Jason MacDonald's guard...
Jason MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner tries to escape from closed guard...
Tanner struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Evan Tanner is in open guard over MacDonald
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Tanner
He succeeds!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Jason MacDonald gets sloppy and Evan Tanner tries to take advantage...
Tanner tries to escape from the closed guard
Evan Tanner any adventage in the ground.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
MacDonald cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Tanner can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Evan Tanner tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jason MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
MacDonald launches a hook to the body
Evan Tanner moves aside looking for a counter...
Tanner is trying to counter now!
Evan Tanner tries a hook to the body
but MacDonald manages to dodge it
Tanner grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner is in open guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner tries to finish with a leg lock!
MacDonald is able to break the lock.
MacDonald is trying to counter now!
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Tanner
He succeeds!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner tries to better his position on the ground...
Tanner breaks the closed guard of Jason MacDonald and moves to half guard
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Jason MacDonald, but it's close.
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Round 3
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MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Evan Tanner pushes away MacDonald trying to keep the fight at striking range
MacDonald doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Evan Tanner
The fighters are clinching.
Tanner struggles and launches a few punches to MacDonald's head
Those punches are hitting! MacDonald covers his head!
The fighters are clinching.
Tanner and Jason MacDonald are cliched up against the cage. Tanner steps for a throw
Jason MacDonald is flat on his back. great Judo technique shown!
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner looks to posture up and open Jason MacDonald's guard...
Evan Tanner forces Jason MacDonald to open his guard.
Evan Tanner is in open guard over MacDonald
Evan Tanner tries to finish with a leg lock!
MacDonald is able to break the lock.
Tanner clumsily fails here and it's time for Jason MacDonald to fight back!
MacDonald tries to close his guard around Tanner
He succeeds!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
MacDonald works on the ground with his fingers over Tanner's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Dan Miragliotta didn't see the foul!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner launches a few punches to MacDonald's cheek from the guard.
Jason MacDonald uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner 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 Evan Tanner
MacDonald fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Evan Tanner's arm and tries an armbar!
Tanner holds his own hand and with pure strength he breaks Tanner's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Jason MacDonald.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Jason MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to half guard.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over MacDonald
Jason MacDonald attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald isolates Evan Tanner's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Evan Tanner is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner tries to roll to his side and trap Jason MacDonald in his guard...
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Dan Miragliotta stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
MacDonald fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Evan Tanner didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in open guard over Tanner
MacDonald tries to jump to side mount.
Evan Tanner closed his guard around Jason MacDonald.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Evan Tanner...
Jason MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald goes for an armbar!
Evan Tanner breaks the lock and pushes away Jason MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Dan Miragliotta halts the fight to stand up Jason MacDonald. 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.
MacDonald pushes Evan Tanner and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
MacDonald moves forward looking for some action
Jason MacDonald shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Neither fighter's clearly ahead right now.
MacDonald and Evan Tanner are cliched up against the cage. MacDonald hammers Tanner face and hooks Tanner leg
Evan Tanner is on his back after that trip
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
MacDonald tries to escape from closed guard...
MacDonald struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Nice beating Evan Tanner has received.
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Jason MacDonald keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald tries to pass Evan Tanner's guard...
Jason MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Jason MacDonald is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald looks to mount Evan Tanner...
Jason MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:45 in the 3 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
MacDonald goes for an armbar!
Evan Tanner breaks the lock and pushes away Jason MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Dan Miragliotta 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
Tanner seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Tanner fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Jason MacDonald didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Close round. It could go to either fighter.
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Round 4
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Jason MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Jason MacDonald catches Evan Tanner's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by MacDonald.
Jason MacDonald is in closed guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald is looking to pass Evan Tanner's guard...
Jason MacDonald gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in half guard over Tanner
Jason MacDonald pushes Tanner's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by MacDonald who is in full mount! Tanner is in trouble now!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Evan Tanner shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Evan Tanner breaks that americana attempt!
MacDonald clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner 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 Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Crippling lock!
That Armbar from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
Tanner breaks the lock showing some skills...
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner 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 Evan Tanner
MacDonald tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Jason MacDonald controls the situation despite Evan Tanner efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of MacDonald's moves.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald sits high on Evan Tanner's chest and pulls his leg underneath Tanner's head. There's the triangle attempt!
That Triangle from Mount from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
That Triangle from Mount looks tight...
Crippling lock!
Tanner tries to roll out. He's too quick for Jason MacDonald and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by MacDonald and it cost him top position.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner tries to move on the ground and shows Jason MacDonald a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Tanner's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Dan Miragliotta knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of MacDonald's moves.
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner 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 Tanner
Tanner has given his back to Jason MacDonald who is trying to get one hook in!
Jason MacDonald has one hook in!
MacDonald is in rear mount over Tanner with one hook in
Jason MacDonald throws his leg over Evan Tanner's arm leaving him with only one arm to defend himself from Jason MacDonald's rear naked choke attempt!
Evan Tanner frees his arm and defends the choke. He manages to turn into Jason MacDonald and ends up on top!
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald sits high on Evan Tanner's chest and pulls his leg underneath Tanner's head. There's the triangle attempt!
MacDonald is locking that Triangle from Mount...
MacDonald is locking that Triangle from Mount...
That Triangle from Mount looks tight...
Punishing hold!
That Triangle from Mount from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
You can see the pain reflected in Tanner's eyes...
That Triangle from Mount from Jason MacDonald appears to be unbreakable
Tanner struggles to free himself
Tanner's Nose is beginning to swell
Crippling lock!
Tanner struggles to free himself
Tanner tries to roll out. He's too quick for Jason MacDonald and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by MacDonald and it cost him top position.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over MacDonald
Tanner is in closed guard... MacDonald tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Evan Tanner!
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Jason MacDonald is in full mount over Evan Tanner
Jason MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Evan Tanner shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
MacDonald shows a pained grimace and he repeatedly taps out after a perfect americana!
Winner is Jason MacDonald by Submission (Americana) at 3:36 Round 4
Statistics: Evan Tanner
Punches 0/5 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/7 (29%)
Takedowns 3/5 (60%)
GnP strikes 4/13 (31%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 828 s
Statistics: Jason MacDonald
Punches 0/1 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 1/7 (14%)
Submissions 11/11 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 828 s
This was Tanner's "What's wrong with me" fight. He was not supposed to manhandle MacDonald the way he did, but he did. So that's positive. The answer to the WWWM question is stamina, primarily. Stamina and a more sustained offence. NOW YOU KNOW!
(Also, I like that MacDonald tapped out, but got the win...good call Ref, hahaha)
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!