Post by The Sandmen on Feb 17, 2017 10:05:27 GMT -5
Paul Daley glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Diego Sanchez is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Diego wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Diego moves forward and holds Semtex
The fighters are clinching.
Diego grapple with Paul Daley and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Paul Daley falls hard on the mat with Diego Sanchez on top of him
Diego Sanchez is in closed guard over Semtex
Diego is in closed guard... Semtex tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Diego Sanchez!
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Diego Sanchez gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Paul Daley is cooling the fight on the ground
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Semtex moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Diego is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Diego Sanchez tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Semtex sits over his knees and pushes away Diego's leg!
Paul Daley is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley looks to mount Diego Sanchez...
Paul Daley slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Semtex's side.
Semtex ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Paul Daley rolls Diego Sanchez to his stomach and takes his back!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego
Diego has Semtex controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Diego manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along Semtex
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Brilliant combination from Paul Daley
that forces Diego to try and defend better.
Semtex cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Diego can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Diego is holding Paul Daley's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Paul Daley loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Paul Daley attempts to trap Diego Sanchez in his guard.
Paul Daley manages to switch to half guard.
Diego Sanchez is in half guard over Semtex
Diego tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Semtex from the side mount!
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Diego launches a barrage of elbows over Semtex's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Semtex doesn't fight back!
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Diego is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Semtex's ribs.
Semtex is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Diego shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Crippling lock!
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez forward against his back and breaks the lock!
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paul Daley fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley 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 Diego's moves.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez tries to close the guard.
Diego put Paul Daley in closed guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Paul Daley uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Semtex's side.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Diego reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Semtex blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Diego Sanchez gets sloppy and Paul Daley tries to take advantage...
Semtex tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paul Daley fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley tries to pass Diego Sanchez's guard...
Paul Daley passes momentarily but Diego Sanchez sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Paul Daley looks to posture up and open Diego Sanchez's guard...
Paul Daley forces Diego Sanchez to open his guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Diego Sanchez tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Diego Sanchez fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Semtex's chin
There is a small laceration on Paul Daley's Chin
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Diego moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Paul Daley checks the kick.
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Paul Daley chases Diego and launches a few perfect strikes
Diego ducks backwards and avoids them.
Diego Sanchez throws a looping right hand...
That lands on Semtex's chin! That stops Semtex in his tracks!
Solid low kick from Diego Sanchez.
Semtex deflects it.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Paul Daley fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Diego's chin
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Semtex decides to launch some tentative punches
Diego launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Semtex with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
There is a small laceration on Diego Sanchez's Chin
Diego Sanchez is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Diego grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Semtex
Diego Sanchez pushes Paul Daley against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Paul Daley struggles not allowing Diego Sanchez improve his position.
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Semtex
Semtex tries to close his guard around Diego
He succeeds!
Diego Sanchez is in closed guard over Semtex
Diego is in closed guard... Semtex tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Diego Sanchez!
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Semtex's cheek from the guard.
Paul Daley uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley 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
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Paul Daley. 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.
Diego moves forward looking for some action
Paul Daley struggles a bit before breaking Diego's attemp of grappling
Diego Sanchez closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Diego avoids a dangerous strike from Semtex
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Nice punches from Diego Sanchez.
Even nicer blocks from Semtex.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Semtex dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Diego from the ground!
Diego's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
An overhand right from Diego Sanchez that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Semtex moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Paul Daley takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Diego Sanchez launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Semtex blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Paul Daley's cheek! Semtex stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Diego is standing while Semtex is on the ground on his back
Diego Sanchez opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Semtex's guard.
Semtex fights back with his feet, forcing Diego to try something else.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Paul Daley kicks his legs trying to keep Diego Sanchez away.
Diego Sanchez takes a kick to the body.
Diego is standing while Semtex is on the ground on his back
Diego Sanchez creates space and allows Paul Daley to stand up.
Paul Daley is on his feet again.
Brutal combination from Diego Sanchez!
Semtex moves aside and dodges.
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Diego Sanchez paws at Semtex.
Semtex answers with solid punches!
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Some nice shots from Paul Daley
that stun Diego.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Paul Daley!
Diego is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Diego's Right cheek is beginning to swell
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Diego Sanchez shoots for a double leg takedown!
Paul Daley sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Semtex wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Brutal punches to Semtex's face while in the clinch!
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez with all his might as tries to keep the fight in striking range.
Diego decides to launch some tentative punches
Semtex launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Diego with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Semtex has a small cut in his Left cheek
Paul Daley attempts to cut off Diego with punches
Diego reels from the strikes.
Diego Sanchez tries a hook to the body
and hits Semtex ribs hard
Diego Sanchez goes with a looping right hand while Paul Daley jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Semtex seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Diego Sanchez tries to bring the fight to the ground
Semtex won't budge, forcing Diego to pull guard.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Paul Daley!
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Paul Daley
Paul Daley tries to roll to his side and trap Diego Sanchez in his guard...
Paul Daley gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Semtex
Diego delivers a few accurate elbows!
Semtex is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Semtex's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Diego is in rear mount over Semtex
Semtex has Diego controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Semtex manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along Diego
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Brilliant combination from Paul Daley
that forces Diego to try and defend better.
There is a small laceration on Diego Sanchez's Mouth
Diego Sanchez takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Semtex steps backwards away from Diego Sanchez. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Diego Sanchez's mind is definitely in the fight, Semtex just got nailed! Diego Sanchez saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Semtex moves aside and dodges.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Diego Sanchez attempts to cut off Semtex with punches
Semtex reels from the strikes.
Semtex cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Diego can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Diego decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Diego moves back and takes a deep breath.
An overhand right from Diego Sanchez that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Semtex's stops that one with his face! How is Semtex standing?!
Semtex has a small cut in his Nose
You can see Semtex's blood making stains in the mat.
The two exchange wildly
Semtex is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Semtex grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Diego struggles... Paul Daley is unable to take him down
Diego tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Diego goes to the body...
his punches graze Semtex's arm.
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego Sanchez has found an opening in the defense of Semtex, launching a big uppercut
Paul Daley is fast enouigh to dodge that uppercut.
An overhand right from Diego Sanchez that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Semtex moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Semtex.
It looks like Diego was hit by a bus!
Shovel hook by Paul Daley
tags Diego.
Diego's Left eye is beginning to swell
Semtex decides to launch some tentative punches
Diego launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Semtex with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Diego's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Diego Sanchez chases Semtex and launches a few perfect strikes
Semtex ducks backwards and avoids them.
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego steps forward
Paul Daley catches him with an uppercut to the face!
There is a small laceration on Diego Sanchez's Left eye
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Semtex.
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Round 4
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A right hand from Paul Daley
gets deflected.
Diego tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Some nice shots from Diego Sanchez
that stun Semtex.
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Diego Sanchez has found an opening in the defense of Semtex, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Semtex is wobbling!
There is a small laceration on Paul Daley's Chin
Paul Daley tries to bring the fight to the ground
Diego goes down.
The clock says 0:45 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Semtex blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Diego's guard.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Semtex throws a few hammer fists to the face of Diego Sanchez
Blocked by Diego.
Poorly executed technique. Diego Sanchez looks to counter!
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Semtex's side.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex launches a couple of fast knees to Diego Sanchez's ribs!
Great moves by Paul Daley! Diego must do something now if he wants to escape from that position!
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley tries to pass Diego Sanchez's guard...
Paul Daley manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego Sanchez attempts to trap Paul Daley in his guard.
Paul Daley keeps control and remains in side mount.
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez attempts to trap Paul Daley in his guard.
Paul Daley keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Semtex has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Paul Daley looks to mount Diego Sanchez...
Paul Daley slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Diego Sanchez gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego tries to close his guard around Semtex
He is not able to do it
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Paul Daley a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Poorly executed technique. Diego Sanchez looks to counter!
Diego tries to close his guard around Semtex
He is not able to do it
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex tries to move to full mount
Semtex succeeds
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Neither fighter's clearly ahead right now.
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Semtex is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Semtex's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Semtex tries to cover his face,
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex catch Diego Sanchez's right arm and tries a kimura
Diego Sanchez holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Semtex misses a step and Diego Sanchez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Semtex's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Semtex tries to cover his face,
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Paul Daley rolls him over and takes his back!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego
Diego has Semtex controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Semtex is unable to move under Diego control.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paul Daley fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Paul Daley tries to free his leg...
Paul Daley uses some of his skill by jumping out of Diego's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego Sanchez's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Semtex tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley tries to better his position on the ground...
Semtex is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
You can see Semtex's blood making stains in the mat.
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Paul Daley rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego Sanchez's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Semtex tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Diego! Semtex has one hook in and keeps working!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego with one hook in
Semtex has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Diego.
Nicely done! Semtex now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego with two hooks in
Diego Sanchez continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Semtex blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Semtex tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Semtex tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Diego!
Diego adopts the turtle defense and Semtex is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego with two hooks in
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Diego's being punished here!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is clearly for Diego Sanchez.
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Round 5
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Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley and Diego engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Paul Daley is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Diego's Chin is beginning to swell
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Shovel hook by Diego Sanchez
goes nowhere.
Diego jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Semtex sees what was coming and ducks under his opponent and moves aside
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex launches a furious low kick!
Diego blocks.
Semtex misses a step and Diego Sanchez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Quick hook by Diego Sanchez
glances off Semtex's arms.
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Paul Daley fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Diego's chin
Paul Daley's mind is definitely in the fight, Diego just got nailed! Paul Daley saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Diego is going to have a headache after this one.
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Diego with a double overhooks!
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Diego Sanchez's punches
Semtex measures the resilience of Diego's chin with an uppercut while Diego lands some great crosses.
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Diego Sanchez's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Superb haymaker by Diego
Semtex manages to move aside
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Semtex launches a furious hook!
That hits Diego's chin like a wrecking ball! Diego loses balance and goes to the mat.
The clock says 2:05 in the 5 round
Semtex is standing while Diego is on the ground on his back
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex opts to jump inside Diego's guard.
Diego didn't see that coming. Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego now.
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego tries to close his guard around Semtex
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Semtex tries to move to full mount
Semtex succeeds
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Diego Sanchez. 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 Ethias Arena (Hasselt, Belgium) are cheering for the fighters.
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Diego throws a hook
that hits its mark.
There is a small laceration on Paul Daley's Right cheek
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Solid low kick from Diego Sanchez.
Semtex deflects it.
Diego Sanchez gets sloppy and Paul Daley tries to take advantage...
Diego launches a kick
but Paul Daley avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Diego leads with a punch
Paul Daley avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Nice punches from Paul Daley.
Diego staggers backwards. Semtex wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Paul Daley's mind is definitely in the fight, Diego just got nailed! Paul Daley saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Diego is going to have a headache after this one.
Diego is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Diego Sanchez fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Paul Daley!
Diego is going to have a big headache after that blow!
A left hook from Diego
falls short.
The clock says 4:25 in the 5 round
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
The two exchange wildly
Semtex is connecting with a few punches
Brutal combination from Diego Sanchez!
Semtex moves aside and dodges.
Diego misses a step and Paul Daley sees an opportunity to counter him!
Paul Daley attempts a sweep single...
Paul Daley catches Diego Sanchez's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Semtex.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Paul Daley uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Ethias Arena (Hasselt, Belgium) is cheering him!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is clearly for Paul Daley.
Winner is Paul Daley by Majority decision
Statistics: Paul Daley
Punches 55/70 (79%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 5/10 (50%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 705 s
Statistics: Diego Sanchez
Punches 22/66 (33%)
Kicks 0/3 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/5 (0%)
Takedowns 2/4 (50%)
GnP strikes 19/30 (63%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 697 s
Ooo, really good, close fight. Both guys brought both their offense, and their toughness.
Diego Sanchez is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
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Round 1
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The fight gets underway.
Diego wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Diego moves forward and holds Semtex
The fighters are clinching.
Diego grapple with Paul Daley and tries a Inner leg Sweep
Paul Daley falls hard on the mat with Diego Sanchez on top of him
Diego Sanchez is in closed guard over Semtex
Diego is in closed guard... Semtex tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Diego Sanchez!
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Diego Sanchez gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Paul Daley is cooling the fight on the ground
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Semtex moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Diego is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Diego Sanchez tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Semtex sits over his knees and pushes away Diego's leg!
Paul Daley is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley looks to mount Diego Sanchez...
Paul Daley slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Semtex's side.
Semtex ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Paul Daley rolls Diego Sanchez to his stomach and takes his back!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego
Diego has Semtex controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Diego manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along Semtex
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Brilliant combination from Paul Daley
that forces Diego to try and defend better.
Semtex cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Diego can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Diego is holding Paul Daley's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Paul Daley loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Paul Daley attempts to trap Diego Sanchez in his guard.
Paul Daley manages to switch to half guard.
Diego Sanchez is in half guard over Semtex
Diego tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Semtex from the side mount!
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Diego launches a barrage of elbows over Semtex's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Semtex doesn't fight back!
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Diego is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Semtex's ribs.
Semtex is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Diego Sanchez is in side mount over Paul Daley
Diego shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Crippling lock!
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez forward against his back and breaks the lock!
The clock says 3:35 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paul Daley fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley 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 Diego's moves.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez tries to close the guard.
Diego put Paul Daley in closed guard.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Paul Daley uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Semtex's side.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Diego reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Semtex blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Diego Sanchez gets sloppy and Paul Daley tries to take advantage...
Semtex tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paul Daley fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley tries to pass Diego Sanchez's guard...
Paul Daley passes momentarily but Diego Sanchez sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Paul Daley looks to posture up and open Diego Sanchez's guard...
Paul Daley forces Diego Sanchez to open his guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Diego Sanchez tries a nice one-two combination
that gets blocked.
Diego Sanchez fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Semtex's chin
There is a small laceration on Paul Daley's Chin
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Diego moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Paul Daley checks the kick.
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Paul Daley chases Diego and launches a few perfect strikes
Diego ducks backwards and avoids them.
Diego Sanchez throws a looping right hand...
That lands on Semtex's chin! That stops Semtex in his tracks!
Solid low kick from Diego Sanchez.
Semtex deflects it.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Paul Daley fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Diego's chin
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Semtex decides to launch some tentative punches
Diego launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Semtex with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
There is a small laceration on Diego Sanchez's Chin
Diego Sanchez is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Diego grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Semtex
Diego Sanchez pushes Paul Daley against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Paul Daley struggles not allowing Diego Sanchez improve his position.
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Semtex
Semtex tries to close his guard around Diego
He succeeds!
Diego Sanchez is in closed guard over Semtex
Diego is in closed guard... Semtex tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Diego Sanchez!
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Semtex's cheek from the guard.
Paul Daley uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:50 in the 2 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley 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
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Paul Daley. 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.
Diego moves forward looking for some action
Paul Daley struggles a bit before breaking Diego's attemp of grappling
Diego Sanchez closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Diego avoids a dangerous strike from Semtex
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Nice punches from Diego Sanchez.
Even nicer blocks from Semtex.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Semtex dodges a strike and counters with a crushing hook
that almost lifts Diego from the ground!
Diego's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
An overhand right from Diego Sanchez that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Semtex moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Paul Daley takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Diego Sanchez launches a couples of jabs and then a big hook!
Semtex blocks the jabs but the last punch hits hard on Paul Daley's cheek! Semtex stumbles and the falls to the mat!
Diego is standing while Semtex is on the ground on his back
Diego Sanchez opts to go after his opponent and jumps inside Semtex's guard.
Semtex fights back with his feet, forcing Diego to try something else.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Paul Daley kicks his legs trying to keep Diego Sanchez away.
Diego Sanchez takes a kick to the body.
Diego is standing while Semtex is on the ground on his back
Diego Sanchez creates space and allows Paul Daley to stand up.
Paul Daley is on his feet again.
Brutal combination from Diego Sanchez!
Semtex moves aside and dodges.
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Diego Sanchez paws at Semtex.
Semtex answers with solid punches!
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Some nice shots from Paul Daley
that stun Diego.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Paul Daley!
Diego is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Diego's Right cheek is beginning to swell
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Diego Sanchez shoots for a double leg takedown!
Paul Daley sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Semtex wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Brutal punches to Semtex's face while in the clinch!
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez with all his might as tries to keep the fight in striking range.
Diego decides to launch some tentative punches
Semtex launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Diego with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Semtex has a small cut in his Left cheek
Paul Daley attempts to cut off Diego with punches
Diego reels from the strikes.
Diego Sanchez tries a hook to the body
and hits Semtex ribs hard
Diego Sanchez goes with a looping right hand while Paul Daley jumps back and jabs
That one hits but Semtex seems unaffected, countering with a few punches of his own. Great exchange here.
Diego Sanchez tries to bring the fight to the ground
Semtex won't budge, forcing Diego to pull guard.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Paul Daley!
Diego Sanchez is in full mount over Paul Daley
Paul Daley tries to roll to his side and trap Diego Sanchez in his guard...
Paul Daley gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Diego Sanchez is in open guard over Semtex
Diego delivers a few accurate elbows!
Semtex is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
Semtex's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Diego is in rear mount over Semtex
Semtex has Diego controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Semtex manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along Diego
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Brilliant combination from Paul Daley
that forces Diego to try and defend better.
There is a small laceration on Diego Sanchez's Mouth
Diego Sanchez takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Semtex steps backwards away from Diego Sanchez. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Diego Sanchez's mind is definitely in the fight, Semtex just got nailed! Diego Sanchez saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Semtex moves aside and dodges.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Diego Sanchez attempts to cut off Semtex with punches
Semtex reels from the strikes.
Semtex cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Diego can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Diego decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Diego moves back and takes a deep breath.
An overhand right from Diego Sanchez that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Bang! Semtex's stops that one with his face! How is Semtex standing?!
Semtex has a small cut in his Nose
You can see Semtex's blood making stains in the mat.
The two exchange wildly
Semtex is connecting with a few punches
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Semtex grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Diego struggles... Paul Daley is unable to take him down
Diego tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Diego goes to the body...
his punches graze Semtex's arm.
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego Sanchez has found an opening in the defense of Semtex, launching a big uppercut
Paul Daley is fast enouigh to dodge that uppercut.
An overhand right from Diego Sanchez that looked like it was capable of destroying a brick wall!
Semtex moves forward and closes the distance while blocking the punch.
Poorly executed technique. Paul Daley looks to counter!
Surprise roundhouse punch by Semtex.
It looks like Diego was hit by a bus!
Shovel hook by Paul Daley
tags Diego.
Diego's Left eye is beginning to swell
Semtex decides to launch some tentative punches
Diego launches a couple of jabs that are answered by Semtex with a stiff cross! Solid exchange!
Diego's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Diego Sanchez chases Semtex and launches a few perfect strikes
Semtex ducks backwards and avoids them.
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego steps forward
Paul Daley catches him with an uppercut to the face!
There is a small laceration on Diego Sanchez's Left eye
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I would be surprised if the judges didn't see that round for Semtex.
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Round 4
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A right hand from Paul Daley
gets deflected.
Diego tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Some nice shots from Diego Sanchez
that stun Semtex.
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Diego Sanchez has found an opening in the defense of Semtex, launching a big uppercut
Bingo! Semtex is wobbling!
There is a small laceration on Paul Daley's Chin
Paul Daley tries to bring the fight to the ground
Diego goes down.
The clock says 0:45 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Semtex blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Diego's guard.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Semtex throws a few hammer fists to the face of Diego Sanchez
Blocked by Diego.
Poorly executed technique. Diego Sanchez looks to counter!
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Semtex's side.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex launches a couple of fast knees to Diego Sanchez's ribs!
Great moves by Paul Daley! Diego must do something now if he wants to escape from that position!
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley tries to pass Diego Sanchez's guard...
Paul Daley manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego Sanchez attempts to trap Paul Daley in his guard.
Paul Daley keeps control and remains in side mount.
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez attempts to trap Paul Daley in his guard.
Paul Daley keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Semtex has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Paul Daley looks to mount Diego Sanchez...
Paul Daley slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Diego Sanchez gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego tries to close his guard around Semtex
He is not able to do it
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego tries to move on the ground and shows Paul Daley a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Diego uses his forearms to block the impact!
Poorly executed technique. Diego Sanchez looks to counter!
Diego tries to close his guard around Semtex
He is not able to do it
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex tries to move to full mount
Semtex succeeds
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Neither fighter's clearly ahead right now.
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Semtex is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Semtex tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Paul Daley controls the situation despite Diego Sanchez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Semtex's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Semtex tries to cover his face,
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex catch Diego Sanchez's right arm and tries a kimura
Diego Sanchez holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Semtex misses a step and Diego Sanchez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Diego Sanchez launches a few punches to Semtex's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Semtex tries to cover his face,
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Paul Daley rolls him over and takes his back!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego
Diego has Semtex controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Semtex is unable to move under Diego control.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Paul Daley fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Paul Daley is in half guard over Diego
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Paul Daley tries to free his leg...
Paul Daley uses some of his skill by jumping out of Diego's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Paul Daley is in side mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Diego Sanchez's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Semtex tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Paul Daley tries to better his position on the ground...
Semtex is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
You can see Semtex's blood making stains in the mat.
Diego Sanchez tries to roll to his side and trap Paul Daley in his guard...
Paul Daley rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego Sanchez's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Semtex tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Diego! Semtex has one hook in and keeps working!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego with one hook in
Semtex has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Diego.
Nicely done! Semtex now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego with two hooks in
Diego Sanchez continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego measures the resilience of Semtex's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Semtex blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Semtex tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Semtex tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Diego!
Diego adopts the turtle defense and Semtex is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Semtex is in rear mount over Diego with two hooks in
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Diego's being punished here!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is clearly for Diego Sanchez.
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Round 5
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Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Paul Daley and Diego engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Paul Daley is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Diego's Chin is beginning to swell
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Shovel hook by Diego Sanchez
goes nowhere.
Diego jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Semtex sees what was coming and ducks under his opponent and moves aside
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex launches a furious low kick!
Diego blocks.
Semtex misses a step and Diego Sanchez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Quick hook by Diego Sanchez
glances off Semtex's arms.
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Paul Daley fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Diego's chin
Paul Daley's mind is definitely in the fight, Diego just got nailed! Paul Daley saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Diego is going to have a headache after this one.
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Diego with a double overhooks!
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Diego Sanchez's punches
Semtex measures the resilience of Diego's chin with an uppercut while Diego lands some great crosses.
Paul Daley continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Semtex pushes Diego Sanchez and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Diego Sanchez's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Superb haymaker by Diego
Semtex manages to move aside
Semtex is trying to counter now!
Semtex launches a furious hook!
That hits Diego's chin like a wrecking ball! Diego loses balance and goes to the mat.
The clock says 2:05 in the 5 round
Semtex is standing while Diego is on the ground on his back
Diego doesn't stop bleeding.
Semtex opts to jump inside Diego's guard.
Diego didn't see that coming. Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego now.
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Diego Sanchez continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Diego tries to close his guard around Semtex
He is not able to do it
The clock says 2:30 in the 5 round
Paul Daley is in open guard over Diego
Semtex tries to move to full mount
Semtex succeeds
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
Paul Daley is in full mount over Diego Sanchez
Diego tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Mario Yamasaki halts the fight to stand up Diego Sanchez. 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 Ethias Arena (Hasselt, Belgium) are cheering for the fighters.
Diego Sanchez is a bloody mess!
Diego throws a hook
that hits its mark.
There is a small laceration on Paul Daley's Right cheek
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Paul Daley is a bloody mess!
Solid low kick from Diego Sanchez.
Semtex deflects it.
Diego Sanchez gets sloppy and Paul Daley tries to take advantage...
Diego launches a kick
but Paul Daley avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Diego leads with a punch
Paul Daley avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Nice punches from Paul Daley.
Diego staggers backwards. Semtex wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Paul Daley's mind is definitely in the fight, Diego just got nailed! Paul Daley saw an opening and delivered a big right hand
Wow! Diego is going to have a headache after this one.
Diego is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
You can see Diego's blood making stains in the mat.
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
Diego Sanchez fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 4:00 in the 5 round
Paul Daley's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Paul Daley!
Diego is going to have a big headache after that blow!
A left hook from Diego
falls short.
The clock says 4:25 in the 5 round
Semtex doesn't stop bleeding.
The two exchange wildly
Semtex is connecting with a few punches
Brutal combination from Diego Sanchez!
Semtex moves aside and dodges.
Diego misses a step and Paul Daley sees an opportunity to counter him!
Paul Daley attempts a sweep single...
Paul Daley catches Diego Sanchez's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Semtex.
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex is in closed guard... Diego tries to roll on the ground!
Paul Daley uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Paul Daley is in closed guard over Diego
Semtex use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Ethias Arena (Hasselt, Belgium) is cheering him!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is clearly for Paul Daley.
Winner is Paul Daley by Majority decision
Statistics: Paul Daley
Punches 55/70 (79%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 5/10 (50%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 705 s
Statistics: Diego Sanchez
Punches 22/66 (33%)
Kicks 0/3 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/5 (0%)
Takedowns 2/4 (50%)
GnP strikes 19/30 (63%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 697 s
Ooo, really good, close fight. Both guys brought both their offense, and their toughness.
Have 9 points in celebration of this monumental achievement!