Post by The Sandmen on Jan 11, 2016 10:00:11 GMT -5
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Alexander Gustafsson doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Gustafsson is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Alexander Gustafsson touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Solid kick to the leg from Alexander Gustafsson
Big Nog checks it.
Big Nog is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson tries to turn into his oponent...
Gustafsson's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That Twister Neck Crank from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Gustafsson's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Big Nog is locking that Twister Neck Crank...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to sprawl back but he is too slow. Gustafsson scrammbles out and gets back to his feet!
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Gustafsson into his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Alexander Gustafsson realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The two exchange wildly
Big Nog is connecting with a few punches
Big Nog launches a kick
but Alexander Gustafsson avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Big Nog looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Big Nog measures the resilience of Gustafsson's chin with an uppercut while Gustafsson lands some great crosses.
The clock says 1:30 in the 1 round
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
Alexander Gustafsson shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Big Nog is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira locks up a guillotine with an arm in...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Alexander Gustafsson brings Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira down to the ground and pulls his head out.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson tries to escape from closed guard...
Gustafsson struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to turn away and scramble out. Alexander Gustafsson takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira goes for an americana!
Gustafsson breaks free.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Alexander Gustafsson's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Alexander Gustafsson is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira hooks Gustafsson's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Alexander Gustafsson manages to kick Big Nog away and scrambles on top!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Alexander Gustafsson slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Alexander Gustafsson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Gustafsson grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gustafsson blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Big Nog's guard.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good looking punches from Alexander Gustafsson on the ground
They could take their toll on Big Nog.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson leans back...
Big Nog eyes him warily.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Alexander Gustafsson is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Big Nog is locking that Kneebar...
That Kneebar looks tight...
That Kneebar from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Gustafsson blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:35 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sits up and gets an arm around Gustafsson's neck!
Gustafsson pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira back to the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass to half guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira can't prevent his opponent from passing. Gustafsson looks to work from half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't defend himself!
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Gustafsson who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog is launching some bone breaking punches to Gustafsson's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Alexander Gustafsson's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexander Gustafsson tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Gustafsson fails to take Big Nog down and both man are still clinching
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big mistake from Alexander Gustafsson! Big Nog tries to finish him off with a RNC!
Big Nog is unable to lock that and Gustafsson breaks the lock
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Big Nog circles out and slips free of Alexander Gustafsson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Not a desiderable position that Gustafsson is in now. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson goes down.
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to open Gustafsson's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Gustafsson is unable to cover himself now!
Gustafsson's Forehead is beginning to swell
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Big Nog breaks the closed guard of Alexander Gustafsson and moves to half guard
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Gustafsson is taking this opportunity to rest.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Big Nog's side.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Big Nog has a small cut in his Left cheek
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries a kimura
Big Nog is locking that kimura...
Crippling lock!
Gustafsson breaks the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson 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
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Gustafsson wants nothing of that and pushes Big Nog.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Alexander Gustafsson's mind is definitely in the fight, Big Nog just got nailed! Alexander Gustafsson saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Big Nog is going to have a headache after this one.
There is a small laceration on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's Chin
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a punch and launches himself over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Great move by Gustafsson who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira postures up and launches another series of punches!
Gustafsson pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's offensive.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson begins to launch a barrage of punches over Big Nog
this is getting worse and worse for Big Nog
Big Nog pushes Alexander Gustafsson and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and moves laterally.
Alexander Gustafsson goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Big Nog seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Gustafsson jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Gustafsson seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Gustafsson may be in trouble!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left cheek
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Big Nog launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Gustafsson's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Big Nog is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Big Nog's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Alexander Gustafsson is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 3
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Big Nog looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Big Nog is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Brilliant combination from Alexander Gustafsson
that forces Big Nog to try and defend better.
Big Nog has a small cut in his Mouth
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Gustafsson tries to grapple
He puts Big Nog in a double underhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Big Nog catches an ankle and Gustafsson is tripped to the mat!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Deep breaths from Alexander Gustafsson who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in Gustafsson open guard now
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Gustafsson
You can see Big Nog's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Big Nog blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Gustafsson's guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Big Nog looks to be in very good shape.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg...
Gustafsson rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't defend himself!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
That Triangle Armbar looks tight...
Big Nog is locking that Triangle Armbar...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Crippling lock!
Big Nog is locking that Triangle Armbar...
Alexander Gustafsson realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:05 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Big Nog doesn't stop bleeding.
Big Nog positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Gustafsson's being punished here!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Alexander Gustafsson's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Big Nog is locking that Arm Triangle...
Big Nog is locking that Arm Triangle...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Big Nog is locking that Arm Triangle...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Alexander Gustafsson is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson 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 Big Nog's moves.
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes Gustafsson's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Big Nog who is in full mount! Gustafsson is in trouble now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Big Nog catch Alexander Gustafsson's right arm and tries a kimura
Gustafsson's arm is bent at an awful angle! Alexander Gustafsson's taps again and again
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Submission (kimura) at 3:14 Round 3
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 11/17 (65%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 4/9 (44%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 9/11 (82%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 444 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 18/29 (62%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 3/5 (60%)
GnP strikes 17/26 (65%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 444 s
Really good fight as Nog chipped away, submission-wise, on Gusty. He had a bit of a lull in there and Gusty got feisty, but Nog took him back down and put him in his place. Nice to see the legends coming through, and nice to see people getting the hang of submission upgrading as well. 2016 - revenge of the Submission fighterz!
Alexander Gustafsson doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Gustafsson is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Alexander Gustafsson touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Solid kick to the leg from Alexander Gustafsson
Big Nog checks it.
Big Nog is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson tries to turn into his oponent...
Gustafsson's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That Twister Neck Crank from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Gustafsson's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Big Nog is locking that Twister Neck Crank...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to sprawl back but he is too slow. Gustafsson scrammbles out and gets back to his feet!
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Alexander Gustafsson shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Gustafsson into his guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Alexander Gustafsson realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The two exchange wildly
Big Nog is connecting with a few punches
Big Nog launches a kick
but Alexander Gustafsson avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Big Nog looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Big Nog measures the resilience of Gustafsson's chin with an uppercut while Gustafsson lands some great crosses.
The clock says 1:30 in the 1 round
Gustafsson moves forward looking for some action
Alexander Gustafsson shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexander Gustafsson tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Big Nog is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira locks up a guillotine with an arm in...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Alexander Gustafsson brings Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira down to the ground and pulls his head out.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog measures the resilience of Gustafsson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Gustafsson's side.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson tries to escape from closed guard...
Gustafsson struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to turn away and scramble out. Alexander Gustafsson takes his back and locks up a rear naked choke!
He can't lock it up. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira spins out and gets back to his feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog is holding Alexander Gustafsson's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Alexander Gustafsson loses balance and goes to the ground.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira goes for an americana!
Gustafsson breaks free.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Alexander Gustafsson's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Alexander Gustafsson is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Alexander Gustafsson attempts to trap Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira keeps control and remains in side mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira hooks Gustafsson's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Alexander Gustafsson manages to kick Big Nog away and scrambles on top!
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog attempts a triangle from bottom! Alexander Gustafsson slips out. Big Nog quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Alexander Gustafsson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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.
Gustafsson grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Gustafsson blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Big Nog's guard.
Gustafsson tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Good looking punches from Alexander Gustafsson on the ground
They could take their toll on Big Nog.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson leans back...
Big Nog eyes him warily.
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Alexander Gustafsson is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Big Nog is locking that Kneebar...
That Kneebar looks tight...
That Kneebar from Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira appears to be unbreakable
Gustafsson blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:35 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira sits up and gets an arm around Gustafsson's neck!
Gustafsson pushes Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira back to the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Alexander Gustafsson tries to pass to half guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira can't prevent his opponent from passing. Gustafsson looks to work from half guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to move to full guard
Alexander Gustafsson keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 4:55 in the 1 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in half guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't defend himself!
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Alexander Gustafsson who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Big Nog is launching some bone breaking punches to Gustafsson's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Alexander Gustafsson's eyes.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexander Gustafsson tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Gustafsson fails to take Big Nog down and both man are still clinching
Big Nog tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big mistake from Alexander Gustafsson! Big Nog tries to finish him off with a RNC!
Big Nog is unable to lock that and Gustafsson breaks the lock
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Big Nog circles out and slips free of Alexander Gustafsson's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Not a desiderable position that Gustafsson is in now. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gustafsson goes down.
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Gustafsson
Gustafsson tries to close his guard around Big Nog
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to open Gustafsson's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. Gustafsson is unable to cover himself now!
Gustafsson's Forehead is beginning to swell
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to better his position on the ground...
Big Nog breaks the closed guard of Alexander Gustafsson and moves to half guard
The clock says 1:35 in the 2 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Gustafsson is taking this opportunity to rest.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Gustafsson measures the resilience of Big Nog's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Big Nog's side.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Big Nog tries to cover his face,
Big Nog has a small cut in his Left cheek
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries a kimura
Big Nog is locking that kimura...
Crippling lock!
Gustafsson breaks the lock.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in side mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson 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
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Alexander Gustafsson. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Big Nog wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Gustafsson wants nothing of that and pushes Big Nog.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Alexander Gustafsson's mind is definitely in the fight, Big Nog just got nailed! Alexander Gustafsson saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Big Nog is going to have a headache after this one.
There is a small laceration on Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's Chin
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a punch and launches himself over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Great move by Gustafsson who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira postures up and launches another series of punches!
Gustafsson pushes his opponent forward and blocks most of Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's offensive.
Poorly executed technique. Alexander Gustafsson looks to counter!
Gustafsson begins to launch a barrage of punches over Big Nog
this is getting worse and worse for Big Nog
Big Nog pushes Alexander Gustafsson and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Alexander Gustafsson fakes a move and moves laterally.
Alexander Gustafsson goes with a looping right hand while Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Big Nog seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira goes with a looping right hand while Alexander Gustafsson jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Gustafsson seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira just won't stop and continues to rain punches
Gustafsson may be in trouble!
There is a small laceration on Alexander Gustafsson's Left cheek
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Big Nog launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits Gustafsson's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Alexander Gustafsson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Big Nog is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Big Nog's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Alexander Gustafsson is looking to pass Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's guard...
Alexander Gustafsson gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 3
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Big Nog looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexander Gustafsson's punches
Big Nog is on the receiving end of a great combo by Gustafsson.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Brilliant combination from Alexander Gustafsson
that forces Big Nog to try and defend better.
Big Nog has a small cut in his Mouth
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Gustafsson tries to grapple
He puts Big Nog in a double underhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in good position and is looking to change levels for the takedown...
Big Nog catches an ankle and Gustafsson is tripped to the mat!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Deep breaths from Alexander Gustafsson who tries a hammer punch to Big Nog's ribs.
Big Nog blocks those punches
Poorly executed technique. Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira looks to counter!
Big Nog struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexander Gustafsson's guard...
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in Gustafsson open guard now
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in open guard over Gustafsson
You can see Big Nog's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Gustafsson isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Big Nog blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Gustafsson's guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Big Nog looks to be in very good shape.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira tries to free his leg...
Gustafsson rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Alexander Gustafsson is in side mount over Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira attempts to trap Alexander Gustafsson in his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira manages to switch to full guard.
Alexander Gustafsson is in open guard over Big Nog
Big Nog tries to close his guard around Gustafsson
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Gustafsson gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira doesn't defend himself!
Alexander Gustafsson is in closed guard over Big Nog
Big Nog throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
That Triangle Armbar looks tight...
Big Nog is locking that Triangle Armbar...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Crippling lock!
Big Nog is locking that Triangle Armbar...
Alexander Gustafsson realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:05 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Alexander Gustafsson is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Big Nog into his guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in closed guard over Gustafsson
Big Nog tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson launches a few punches to Big Nog's cheek from the guard.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Big Nog doesn't stop bleeding.
Big Nog positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Gustafsson's being punished here!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira isolates Alexander Gustafsson's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Big Nog is locking that Arm Triangle...
Big Nog is locking that Arm Triangle...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Big Nog is locking that Arm Triangle...
Gustafsson struggles to free himself
Alexander Gustafsson is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Alexander Gustafsson 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 Big Nog's moves.
The clock says 2:55 in the 3 round
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in half guard over Gustafsson
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira pushes Gustafsson's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Big Nog who is in full mount! Gustafsson is in trouble now!
Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira is in full mount over Alexander Gustafsson
Big Nog catch Alexander Gustafsson's right arm and tries a kimura
Gustafsson's arm is bent at an awful angle! Alexander Gustafsson's taps again and again
Winner is Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira by Submission (kimura) at 3:14 Round 3
Statistics: Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira
Punches 11/17 (65%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 4/9 (44%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 9/11 (82%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 444 s
Statistics: Alexander Gustafsson
Punches 18/29 (62%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 3/5 (60%)
GnP strikes 17/26 (65%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 444 s
Really good fight as Nog chipped away, submission-wise, on Gusty. He had a bit of a lull in there and Gusty got feisty, but Nog took him back down and put him in his place. Nice to see the legends coming through, and nice to see people getting the hang of submission upgrading as well. 2016 - revenge of the Submission fighterz!
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!