Post by The Sandmen on May 2, 2016 8:58:19 GMT -5
Alexandra Albu is calm in her corner. She looks convinced of her abilities.
Miku Matsumoto looks at the ground while she does her calming exercises. She knows she can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Alexandra Albu is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Alexandra Albu is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Matsumoto into her guard.
Albu ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Albu looks to be in very good shape.
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Matsumoto is trying to counter now!
Matsumoto tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Albu
Alexandra Albu tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Albu
Alexandra Albu tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Albu from the side mount!
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Miku Matsumoto throws a flurry of punches at Albu...
A lot of them are hitting Albu's face
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Alexandra Albu attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in her guard.
Alexandra Albu manages to switch to full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu launches a few weak punches
Matsumoto blocks them effectively.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto tries to jump to side mount.
Alexandra Albu closed her guard around Miku Matsumoto.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu tries to show some ground skills
Matsumoto uses her strength to keep Matsumoto at a disadvantage
Albu misses a step and Miku Matsumoto sees an opportunity to counter her!
Miku Matsumoto looks to mount Alexandra Albu...
Miku Matsumoto slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Herb Dean 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.
Matsumoto is holding Alexandra Albu's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Alexandra Albu loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu breaths deeply while on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Alexandra Albu attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in her guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu measures the resilience of Matsumoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Matsumoto blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Matsumoto is trying to counter now!
Miku Matsumoto looks to pass to mount...
Matsumoto slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Alexandra Albu.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in full mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Miku Matsumoto doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in full mount over Alexandra Albu
Deep breaths from Alexandra Albu who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
Matsumoto blocks those punches
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Matsumoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Miku Matsumoto controls the situation despite Alexandra Albu efforts for escaping from the full mount.
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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Albu pushes Miku Matsumoto and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Matsumoto and Albu circle around the center of the cage.
A bunch of leg kicks from Alexandra Albu
are blocked by Matsumoto.
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Matsumoto moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Albu with a double overhooks!
Albu steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Matsumoto is holding Alexandra Albu's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Alexandra Albu loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Stand up! This is what Albu's cornermen are shouting. Miku Matsumoto is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Matsumoto is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did she do that intentionally?
Herb Dean didn't see that!
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Miku Matsumoto looks to pass to mount...
Matsumoto slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Alexandra Albu.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Alexandra Albu tries a hook to the body
but Matsumoto manages to dodge it
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Matsumoto and Albu circle around the center of the cage.
Alexandra Albu tries to bring the fight to the ground
Matsumoto won't budge, forcing Albu to pull guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Alexandra Albu's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Alexandra Albu regains full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Matsumoto struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexandra Albu's guard...
Miku Matsumoto is in Albu open guard now
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu measures the resilience of Matsumoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Matsumoto blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Herb Dean 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Alexandra Albu attempts a sweep single...
Alexandra Albu catches Miku Matsumoto's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Albu.
Hard blow to Matsumoto's mid-section, she seems hurt
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Albu blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Matsumoto's guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Albu blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu launches a few punches to Matsumoto
Matsumoto covers herself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Albu struggles to free herself
Crippling lock!
Alexandra Albu realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Alexandra Albu. 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
A punch from Miku Matsumoto
whizzes past Albu.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexandra Albu didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Albu rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Matsumoto misses a step and Alexandra Albu sees an opportunity to counter her!
Albu tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Matsumoto grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto moves on the ground
Matsumoto cannot take advantage in the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Albu rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Alexandra Albu takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Albu goes down.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Albu shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Low kick by Alexandra Albu to maintain her distance.
That hits Miku Matsumoto's ankle
Bone shattering straight left hand from Miku Matsumoto!
Albu ducks under...
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Albu looks to be in very good shape.
Alexandra Albu fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Albu studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The two exchange wildly
Albu is connecting with a few punches
Alexandra Albu shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Miku Matsumoto is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Albu into her guard.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu is looking to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Miku Matsumoto has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Alexandra Albu realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Albu grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Alexandra Albu
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to pass to half guard...
Miku Matsumoto's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Albu is in closed guard... Matsumoto tries to roll on the ground!
Alexandra Albu uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Matsumoto misses a step and Alexandra Albu sees an opportunity to counter her!
Albu use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Miku Matsumoto holds Alexandra Albu and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Deep breaths from Miku Matsumoto who tries a hammer punch to Albu's ribs.
Albu blocks those punches
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto breaths deeply while on the ground
Herb Dean 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.
Matsumoto and Albu circle around the center of the cage.
Matsumoto grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Alexandra Albu is cooling the fight on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Albu rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Matsumoto is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Matsumoto launches a hook to the body
Alexandra Albu moves aside looking for a counter...
Albu decides to launch some tentative punches
Matsumoto launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Albu with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Albu decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexandra Albu takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Matsumoto steps forward
Alexandra Albu catches her with an uppercut to the face!
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Brilliant combination from Miku Matsumoto
Albu is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Solid jabs from Miku Matsumoto.
Albu defends.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Nice beating Alexandra Albu has received.
A punch from Alexandra Albu
whizzes past Matsumoto.
Albu misses a step and Miku Matsumoto sees an opportunity to counter her!
Miku Matsumoto attempts a sweep single...
Alexandra Albu was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Albu steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Albu is the winner of this round.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto and Albu engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexandra Albu is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:20 in the 4 round
Alexandra Albu is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
As the fight continues it seems that Alexandra Albu is taking the best of the fight.
Several good body shots
are evaded by Matsumoto.
Alexandra Albu gets sloppy and Miku Matsumoto tries to take advantage...
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Albu won't budge, forcing Matsumoto to pull guard.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Albu tries to escape from closed guard...
Albu struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto attempts to move to full guard
Alexandra Albu keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to free her leg...
Alexandra Albu uses some of her skill by jumping out of Matsumoto's guard. She moves quickly to full mount!
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Herb Dean 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Matsumoto is holding Alexandra Albu's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Alexandra Albu shows great balance while pushing away Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Matsumoto is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Albu moves on the ground
Albu cannot take advantage in the ground
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto tries to close her guard around Albu
She is not able to do it
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu launches a few punches to Matsumoto
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Matsumoto rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Albu misses a step and Miku Matsumoto sees an opportunity to counter her!
Matsumoto reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Albu blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Albu positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Matsumoto's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Albu blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto launches a few weak punches
Albu blocks them effectively.
Herb Dean 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Matsumoto is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Matsumoto grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She succeeds!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Albu breaths deeply while on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Miku Matsumoto!
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Alexandra Albu pushes Miku Matsumoto down and prevents her attempts to escape
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Alexandra Albu pushes Miku Matsumoto down and prevents her attempts to escape
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto tries to roll to her side and trap Alexandra Albu in her guard...
Alexandra Albu keeps good control and remains in full mount.
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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Albu steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Albu fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Miku Matsumoto didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
This match is even... This could go the distance.
Albu moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Alexandra Albu manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries a kimura
Matsumoto breaks the lock.
Alexandra Albu gets sloppy and Miku Matsumoto tries to take advantage...
Miku Matsumoto attempts to trap Alexandra Albu in her guard.
Alexandra Albu keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu is taking this opportunity to rest.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Miku Matsumoto has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 5
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The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Alexandra Albu goes with a looping right hand while Miku Matsumoto jumps back and jabs
Albu only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Good movement from Albu
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Alexandra Albu is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Matsumoto into her guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Miku Matsumoto tries to better her position on the ground...
Albu holds Miku Matsumoto's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Deep breaths from Alexandra Albu who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
That hit Matsumoto who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Albu leans and gets Miku Matsumoto's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Albu doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Alexandra Albu's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Alexandra Albu regains full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Miku Matsumoto!
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Matsumoto struggles and frees her leg!
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Alexandra Albu manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto works on the ground with her fingers over Albu's face
Albu shakes her head and continues fighting on the ground.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu looks to mount Miku Matsumoto...
Alexandra Albu slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexandra Albu is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Good looking punches from Alexandra Albu on the ground
They could take their toll on Matsumoto.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto attempts to trap Alexandra Albu in her guard.
Alexandra Albu keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Alexandra Albu looks to mount Miku Matsumoto...
Alexandra Albu slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexandra Albu is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu looks to pass to mount...
Albu slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Miku Matsumoto.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexandra Albu controls the situation despite Miku Matsumoto efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount and her punches are hitting hard Matsumoto's abdomen
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Matsumoto struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Miku Matsumoto tries to roll on the ground...
Albu knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexandra Albu sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Matsumoto misses a step and Alexandra Albu sees an opportunity to counter her!
Alexandra Albu takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Miku Matsumoto shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Miku Matsumoto breaks that americana attempt!
Albu moves forward looking for some action
Alexandra Albu shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Albu doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Miku Matsumoto embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Albu who put distance between them
Miku Matsumoto is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Albu is the winner of this round.
Winner is Alexandra Albu by Split decision
Statistics: Alexandra Albu
Punches 19/31 (61%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 5/6 (83%)
GnP strikes 10/30 (33%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 403,2
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 147,2
Time on the ground 830 s
Statistics: Miku Matsumoto
Punches 4/25 (16%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/2 (50%)
Takedowns 9/13 (69%)
GnP strikes 4/9 (44%)
Submissions 9/9 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 452,69
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 241,25
Time on the ground 830 s
Interesting. I thought Miku did more, but it was close enough I can’t be too surprised.
Miku Matsumoto looks at the ground while she does her calming exercises. She knows she can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Alexandra Albu is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Alexandra Albu is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Matsumoto into her guard.
Albu ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 0:50 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Albu looks to be in very good shape.
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Matsumoto is trying to counter now!
Matsumoto tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Albu
Alexandra Albu tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Miku Matsumoto is in half guard over Albu
Alexandra Albu tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Albu from the side mount!
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Miku Matsumoto throws a flurry of punches at Albu...
A lot of them are hitting Albu's face
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Alexandra Albu attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in her guard.
Alexandra Albu manages to switch to full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu launches a few weak punches
Matsumoto blocks them effectively.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto tries to jump to side mount.
Alexandra Albu closed her guard around Miku Matsumoto.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu tries to show some ground skills
Matsumoto uses her strength to keep Matsumoto at a disadvantage
Albu misses a step and Miku Matsumoto sees an opportunity to counter her!
Miku Matsumoto looks to mount Alexandra Albu...
Miku Matsumoto slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Herb Dean 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.
Matsumoto is holding Alexandra Albu's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Alexandra Albu loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu breaths deeply while on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Alexandra Albu attempts to trap Miku Matsumoto in her guard.
Miku Matsumoto keeps control and remains in side mount.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu measures the resilience of Matsumoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Matsumoto blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Matsumoto is trying to counter now!
Miku Matsumoto looks to pass to mount...
Matsumoto slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Alexandra Albu.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in full mount over Alexandra Albu
Albu tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Miku Matsumoto doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in full mount over Alexandra Albu
Deep breaths from Alexandra Albu who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
Matsumoto blocks those punches
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Matsumoto tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Miku Matsumoto controls the situation despite Alexandra Albu efforts for escaping from the full mount.
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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Albu pushes Miku Matsumoto and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Matsumoto and Albu circle around the center of the cage.
A bunch of leg kicks from Alexandra Albu
are blocked by Matsumoto.
The clock says 3:50 in the 1 round
Matsumoto moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Albu with a double overhooks!
Albu steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Matsumoto is holding Alexandra Albu's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Alexandra Albu loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Stand up! This is what Albu's cornermen are shouting. Miku Matsumoto is a submission master and she can finish the fight if you mess with her on the ground.
Matsumoto is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did she do that intentionally?
Herb Dean didn't see that!
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
Miku Matsumoto is in side mount over Alexandra Albu
Miku Matsumoto looks to pass to mount...
Matsumoto slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Alexandra Albu.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 2
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Alexandra Albu tries a hook to the body
but Matsumoto manages to dodge it
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Matsumoto and Albu circle around the center of the cage.
Alexandra Albu tries to bring the fight to the ground
Matsumoto won't budge, forcing Albu to pull guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Alexandra Albu's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Alexandra Albu regains full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Miku Matsumoto uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Matsumoto struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexandra Albu's guard...
Miku Matsumoto is in Albu open guard now
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu measures the resilience of Matsumoto's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Matsumoto blocks the hits as she works on the ground.
Albu clumsily fails here and it's time for Miku Matsumoto to fight back!
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Herb Dean 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Alexandra Albu attempts a sweep single...
Alexandra Albu catches Miku Matsumoto's far ankle and trips her to the mat! Slick takedown by Albu.
Hard blow to Matsumoto's mid-section, she seems hurt
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Albu blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Matsumoto's guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Albu blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 2 round
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu launches a few punches to Matsumoto
Matsumoto covers herself well and then rolls on the ground. Great reversal!
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Albu struggles to free herself
Crippling lock!
Alexandra Albu realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Alexandra Albu. 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
A punch from Miku Matsumoto
whizzes past Albu.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Matsumoto fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexandra Albu didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Albu rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Matsumoto misses a step and Alexandra Albu sees an opportunity to counter her!
Albu tries to stand up!
she is now on her feet
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
Matsumoto grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto tries to move to full mount
Matsumoto's ground game is not enough to provide her any advantage
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto moves on the ground
Matsumoto cannot take advantage in the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Albu rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Alexandra Albu takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Albu goes down.
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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Albu shows no signs of slowing down. She's in great shape.
Low kick by Alexandra Albu to maintain her distance.
That hits Miku Matsumoto's ankle
Bone shattering straight left hand from Miku Matsumoto!
Albu ducks under...
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Albu looks to be in very good shape.
Alexandra Albu fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Albu studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
The two exchange wildly
Albu is connecting with a few punches
Alexandra Albu shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Miku Matsumoto is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Albu into her guard.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu is looking to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Miku Matsumoto has a solid guard and keeps her ankles locked.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto throws her legs up in a triangle attempt!
Alexandra Albu realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Albu grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Alexandra Albu
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to pass to half guard...
Miku Matsumoto's closes her guard to prevent the pass.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Albu is in closed guard... Matsumoto tries to roll on the ground!
Alexandra Albu uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Matsumoto misses a step and Alexandra Albu sees an opportunity to counter her!
Albu use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Miku Matsumoto holds Alexandra Albu and prevents her from moving to a better position!
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Deep breaths from Miku Matsumoto who tries a hammer punch to Albu's ribs.
Albu blocks those punches
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto breaths deeply while on the ground
Herb Dean 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.
Matsumoto and Albu circle around the center of the cage.
Matsumoto grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Alexandra Albu is cooling the fight on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Albu rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Miku Matsumoto. 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.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Matsumoto is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Matsumoto launches a hook to the body
Alexandra Albu moves aside looking for a counter...
Albu decides to launch some tentative punches
Matsumoto launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Albu with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Albu decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexandra Albu takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Matsumoto steps forward
Alexandra Albu catches her with an uppercut to the face!
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Brilliant combination from Miku Matsumoto
Albu is showing some dodging skills avoiding that ones.
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Solid jabs from Miku Matsumoto.
Albu defends.
Miku Matsumoto fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Nice beating Alexandra Albu has received.
A punch from Alexandra Albu
whizzes past Matsumoto.
Albu misses a step and Miku Matsumoto sees an opportunity to counter her!
Miku Matsumoto attempts a sweep single...
Alexandra Albu was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Albu steps backwards away from Miku Matsumoto. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
Albu is the winner of this round.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Miku Matsumoto and Albu engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexandra Albu is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:20 in the 4 round
Alexandra Albu is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
As the fight continues it seems that Alexandra Albu is taking the best of the fight.
Several good body shots
are evaded by Matsumoto.
Alexandra Albu gets sloppy and Miku Matsumoto tries to take advantage...
Miku Matsumoto tries to bring the fight to the ground
Albu won't budge, forcing Matsumoto to pull guard.
Alexandra Albu is in closed guard over Matsumoto
Albu tries to escape from closed guard...
Albu struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto attempts to move to full guard
Alexandra Albu keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to free her leg...
Alexandra Albu uses some of her skill by jumping out of Matsumoto's guard. She moves quickly to full mount!
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is taking this opportunity to rest.
Herb Dean 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Matsumoto is holding Alexandra Albu's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Alexandra Albu shows great balance while pushing away Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Matsumoto is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Albu moves on the ground
Albu cannot take advantage in the ground
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto tries to close her guard around Albu
She is not able to do it
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu launches a few punches to Matsumoto
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto... she fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Matsumoto rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of her own she escapes.
Albu misses a step and Miku Matsumoto sees an opportunity to counter her!
Matsumoto reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Albu blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Albu positions herself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Matsumoto's attempts to cover herself and blocks those elbows.
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Matsumoto reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Albu blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Matsumoto launches a few weak punches
Albu blocks them effectively.
Herb Dean 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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Matsumoto is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Matsumoto grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She is not able to do it
Miku Matsumoto is in open guard over Albu
Albu tries to close her guard around Matsumoto
She succeeds!
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Albu breaths deeply while on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Miku Matsumoto!
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Alexandra Albu pushes Miku Matsumoto down and prevents her attempts to escape
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Alexandra Albu pushes Miku Matsumoto down and prevents her attempts to escape
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto tries to roll to her side and trap Alexandra Albu in her guard...
Alexandra Albu keeps good control and remains in full mount.
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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
Albu steps backwards and lowers her arms while breathing heavily... She seems tired.
Albu fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Miku Matsumoto didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Alexandra Albu is in open guard over Matsumoto
This match is even... This could go the distance.
Albu moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Alexandra Albu manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries a kimura
Matsumoto breaks the lock.
Alexandra Albu gets sloppy and Miku Matsumoto tries to take advantage...
Miku Matsumoto attempts to trap Alexandra Albu in her guard.
Alexandra Albu keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu is taking this opportunity to rest.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Miku Matsumoto has to be confident that she won that round.
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Round 5
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The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 0:25 in the 5 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Alexandra Albu goes with a looping right hand while Miku Matsumoto jumps back and jabs
Albu only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Good movement from Albu
moving in to strike and moving away afterwards.
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Alexandra Albu is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Matsumoto into her guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Miku Matsumoto tries to better her position on the ground...
Albu holds Miku Matsumoto's head against her chin in the closed guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Deep breaths from Alexandra Albu who tries a hammer punch to Matsumoto's ribs.
That hit Matsumoto who moves on the ground in order to protect herself
The clock says 1:25 in the 5 round
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Albu leans and gets Miku Matsumoto's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Albu doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Miku Matsumoto tries to pass Alexandra Albu's guard...
Miku Matsumoto passes momentarily but Alexandra Albu regains full guard.
Miku Matsumoto is in closed guard over Albu
Matsumoto is in closed guard... Albu tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! She is now in full mount over Miku Matsumoto!
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Matsumoto struggles and frees her leg!
Alexandra Albu is in half guard over Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu tries to pass Miku Matsumoto's guard...
Alexandra Albu manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto works on the ground with her fingers over Albu's face
Albu shakes her head and continues fighting on the ground.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu looks to mount Miku Matsumoto...
Alexandra Albu slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexandra Albu is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Good looking punches from Alexandra Albu on the ground
They could take their toll on Matsumoto.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Miku Matsumoto attempts to trap Alexandra Albu in her guard.
Alexandra Albu keeps control and remains in side mount.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu has some bruises after a few exchanges with her opponent.
Alexandra Albu looks to mount Miku Matsumoto...
Alexandra Albu slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Matsumoto tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexandra Albu is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Alexandra Albu is in side mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu looks to pass to mount...
Albu slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Miku Matsumoto.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexandra Albu controls the situation despite Miku Matsumoto efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Alexandra Albu positions herself and launches a barrage of punches.
Alexandra Albu is in full mount and her punches are hitting hard Matsumoto's abdomen
Alexandra Albu is in full mount over Miku Matsumoto
Albu tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Matsumoto struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Matsumoto tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Miku Matsumoto tries to roll on the ground...
Albu knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
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 American Airlines Center (Dallas, Texas) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Miku Matsumoto shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexandra Albu sprawls and manages to stay on her feet.
Matsumoto misses a step and Alexandra Albu sees an opportunity to counter her!
Alexandra Albu takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Miku Matsumoto shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Miku Matsumoto breaks that americana attempt!
Albu moves forward looking for some action
Alexandra Albu shows some wrestling skills as she put her opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Albu doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Miku Matsumoto embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Albu who put distance between them
Miku Matsumoto is doing her best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
Albu is the winner of this round.
Winner is Alexandra Albu by Split decision
Statistics: Alexandra Albu
Punches 19/31 (61%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 5/6 (83%)
GnP strikes 10/30 (33%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 403,2
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 147,2
Time on the ground 830 s
Statistics: Miku Matsumoto
Punches 4/25 (16%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/2 (50%)
Takedowns 9/13 (69%)
GnP strikes 4/9 (44%)
Submissions 9/9 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 452,69
Clinch Damage 0
Ground Damage 241,25
Time on the ground 830 s
Interesting. I thought Miku did more, but it was close enough I can’t be too surprised.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!