Post by The Sandman on Feb 25, 2021 0:04:38 GMT -5
Ben Askren looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
Michael Chandler looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Ben Askren and Michael Chandler touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Askren is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler shows great balance while pushing away Ben Askren
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Michael Chandler and Askren engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Ben Askren is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Michael Chandler is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Chandler is holding Ben Askren's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Ben Askren loses balance and goes to the ground.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler looks to pass to mount...
Askren creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Askren studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Chandler and Askren circle around the center of the cage.
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler goes down.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Chandler
Ben Askren is cooling the fight on the ground
Ben Askren is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Ben Askren gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Michael Chandler!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler tries to escape from closed guard...
Askren waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Michael Chandler! He is reversed and nor Ben Askren is on half guard!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Ben Askren positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Ben Askren is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Chandler's abdomen
Chandler ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Askren tries to open up Michael Chandler's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Chandler in the side of the head
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Ben Askren uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Ben Askren looks to counter!
Chandler tries to escape from the full mount...
Ben Askren is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Ben Askren to fight back!
Ben Askren looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Ben Askren tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chandler is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
That punishment by Ben Askren has left Chandler staggered! Ben Askren should try push forward now and finish this!
Ben Askren is in open guard over Chandler
Askren tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Michael Chandler seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Ben Askren!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Chandler
Askren tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Chandler from the side mount!
Chandler seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Chandler's face!
Chandler seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Askren's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren tries to open Chandler's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Chandler is unable to cover himself now!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Askren is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Chandler.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
There is a small laceration on Michael Chandler's Forehead
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Chandler's being punished here!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler works on the ground with his fingers over Askren's face
Askren shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren struggles on the ground and tries to break Michael Chandler's guard...
Chandler doesn't want to free his opponent and Askren continues in closed guard
Askren misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Michael Chandler. 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Ben Askren didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler struggles on the ground and tries to break Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Chandler is in Askren open guard now
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Ben Askren is cooling the fight on the ground
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to open Askren's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Michael Chandler. Askren is unable to cover himself now!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Chandler tries to jump to side mount.
Ben Askren closed his guard around Michael Chandler.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Askren tries to show some ground skills
Chandler uses his strength to keep Chandler at a disadvantage
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler goes for an americana!
Askren breaks free.
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Ben Askren to fight back!
Ben Askren attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
Ben Askren sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Michael Chandler tries to bring the fight to the ground
Askren goes down.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Chandler throws a few hammer fists to the face of Ben Askren
Solid shots!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Chandler tries to move to full mount
Chandler succeeds
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Ben Askren shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Michael Chandler is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Askren into his guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Ben Askren is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Michael Chandler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren tries to escape from closed guard...
Chandler waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Ben Askren! He is reversed and nor Michael Chandler is on half guard!
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Askren's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to pass Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Chandler manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler looks to mount Ben Askren...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Askren struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler suddenly holds Ben Askren's arm and tries an armbar!
Askren can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Michael Chandler!
Josh Rosenthal 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.
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Askren sprawls and remains on his feet.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Askren moves forward looking for some action
Michael Chandler struggles a bit before breaking Askren's attemp of grappling
Ben Askren has seen better days.
Askren studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Askren is holding Michael Chandler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler shows great balance while pushing away Ben Askren
Askren steps forward
Michael Chandler catches him with an uppercut to the face!
Chandler and Askren are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Brilliant combination from Michael Chandler
that forces Askren to try and defend better.
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Ben Askren is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Askren grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Chandler struggles... Ben Askren is unable to take him down
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Ben Askren attempts a sweep single...
Ben Askren catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Askren.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Ben Askren tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Ben Askren passes momentarily but Michael Chandler regains full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Chandler leans and gets Ben Askren's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler tries to better his position on the ground...
Chandler is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Askren's face!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Askren is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Askren tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Michael Chandler doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Askren's being punished here!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler has punished Askren very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Ben Askren tries to roll on the ground...
Chandler knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Ben Askren is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Michael Chandler tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Askren is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler is cooling the fight on the ground
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chandler tries to jump to side mount.
Ben Askren closed his guard around Michael Chandler.
The clock says 0:45 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Deep breaths from Ben Askren who tries a hammer punch to Chandler's ribs.
That hit Chandler who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler aggressively and repeatedly punches Askren.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler looks to mount Ben Askren...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll on the ground...
Chandler knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Michael Chandler looks to counter!
Body shots by Michael Chandler
Solid blows to Askren's abdomen.
Askren ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler rolls him over and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 2:30 in the 4 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Askren! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Chandler tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Ben Askren. 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Askren and Chandler circle around the center of the cage.
Askren wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Chandler doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
Ben Askren attempts a sweep single...
Michael Chandler was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Askren fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chandler sprawls and remains on his feet.
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler won't budge, forcing Askren to pull guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to pass Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Chandler manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Askren clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler pushes Askren's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Chandler who is in full mount! Askren is in trouble now!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Ben Askren efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Askren's being punished here!
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Ben Askren is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Michael Chandler fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Chandler launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Askren is covering himself! Chandler tries to force the situation and Askren clumsily gives his back!
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Askren! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Good looking punches from Michael Chandler on the ground
They could take their toll on Askren.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Chandler has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Askren.
Nicely done! Chandler now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with two hooks in
Michael Chandler isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Askren locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Michael Chandler unil he can pull his arm free! Chandler lost his dominant position.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Michael Chandler rolls Ben Askren to his stomach and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Askren! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Chandler tries to open up Ben Askren's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Askren in the side of the head
Askren's Forehead is beginning to swell
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Askren has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Askren is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Askren misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Good looking punches from Michael Chandler on the ground
They could take their toll on Askren.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Chandler has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Askren.
Nicely done! Chandler now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with two hooks in
Askren is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Chandler is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Askren's jaw!
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler won't budge, forcing Askren to pull guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Michael Chandler fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Askren's face!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
The clock says 3:15 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Askren is moving on the ground...
Chandler tries to counter Askren's moves on the ground.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler tries to escape from the closed guard
Chandler succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler hovers above Askren
Good punches to Askren's body.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Ben Askren 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 Chandler's moves.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to pass to half guard...
Ben Askren can't prevent his opponent from passing. Chandler looks to work from half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren looks rather shattered.
Ben Askren tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Askren clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Askren is covering himself! Chandler tries to force the situation and Askren clumsily gives his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Ben Askren 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 Chandler's moves.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Ben Askren 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 Chandler's moves.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
Winner is Michael Chandler by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Ben Askren
Punches 3/4 (75%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 5/12 (42%)
GnP strikes 19/39 (49%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1101 s
Statistics: Michael Chandler
Punches 5/8 (62%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 5/7 (71%)
GnP strikes 39/48 (81%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1101 s
I think this was the fight some people wanted to see. Both guys worked hard. Chandler did more damage, and the judges clearly bet on him to win, so that may have helped. Still an okay decision, we could just hear the judges laughing and cheering when Chandler won by decision is all, so...
Michael Chandler looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Josh Rosenthal.
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Round 1
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Ben Askren and Michael Chandler touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Askren is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler shows great balance while pushing away Ben Askren
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Michael Chandler and Askren engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Ben Askren is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Michael Chandler is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Chandler is holding Ben Askren's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Ben Askren loses balance and goes to the ground.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler looks to pass to mount...
Askren creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Askren studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Chandler and Askren circle around the center of the cage.
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler goes down.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Chandler
Ben Askren is cooling the fight on the ground
Ben Askren is in open guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Ben Askren gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Michael Chandler!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler tries to escape from closed guard...
Askren waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Michael Chandler! He is reversed and nor Ben Askren is on half guard!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Chandler
Michael Chandler attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler manages to switch to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Ben Askren positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Ben Askren is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Chandler's abdomen
Chandler ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Askren tries to open up Michael Chandler's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Chandler in the side of the head
Ben Askren is in full mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler launches a few punches to Askren's cheek from the guard.
Ben Askren uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Poorly executed technique. Ben Askren looks to counter!
Chandler tries to escape from the full mount...
Ben Askren is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Ben Askren to fight back!
Ben Askren looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Ben Askren tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Chandler is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
That punishment by Ben Askren has left Chandler staggered! Ben Askren should try push forward now and finish this!
Ben Askren is in open guard over Chandler
Askren tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Michael Chandler seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Ben Askren!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Chandler
Askren tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Chandler from the side mount!
Chandler seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Chandler's face!
Chandler seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Askren's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Josh Rosenthal didn't see the foul!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren tries to open Chandler's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Chandler is unable to cover himself now!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Askren is holding Michael Chandler's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Chandler.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
There is a small laceration on Michael Chandler's Forehead
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Chandler's being punished here!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Chandler works on the ground with his fingers over Askren's face
Askren shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Michael Chandler 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 Askren's moves.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Michael Chandler
Ben Askren looks to mount Michael Chandler...
Michael Chandler takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren struggles on the ground and tries to break Michael Chandler's guard...
Chandler doesn't want to free his opponent and Askren continues in closed guard
Askren misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Chandler tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Michael Chandler. 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Ben Askren didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He succeeds!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler struggles on the ground and tries to break Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Chandler is in Askren open guard now
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Ben Askren is cooling the fight on the ground
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to open Askren's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Michael Chandler. Askren is unable to cover himself now!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Chandler tries to jump to side mount.
Ben Askren closed his guard around Michael Chandler.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Askren tries to show some ground skills
Chandler uses his strength to keep Chandler at a disadvantage
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler goes for an americana!
Askren breaks free.
Chandler clumsily fails here and it's time for Ben Askren to fight back!
Ben Askren attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren attempts to trap Michael Chandler in his guard.
Michael Chandler keeps control and remains in side mount.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
Ben Askren sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Michael Chandler tries to bring the fight to the ground
Askren goes down.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Chandler throws a few hammer fists to the face of Ben Askren
Solid shots!
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren tries to close his guard around Chandler
He is not able to do it
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Chandler tries to move to full mount
Chandler succeeds
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Josh Rosenthal 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Ben Askren shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Michael Chandler is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Askren into his guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Ben Askren is looking to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Michael Chandler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren tries to escape from closed guard...
Chandler waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Ben Askren! He is reversed and nor Michael Chandler is on half guard!
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
Askren's attempts to cover himself and blocks those elbows.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to pass Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Chandler manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler looks to mount Ben Askren...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Askren struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler suddenly holds Ben Askren's arm and tries an armbar!
Askren can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Michael Chandler!
Josh Rosenthal 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.
Chandler fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Askren sprawls and remains on his feet.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Askren moves forward looking for some action
Michael Chandler struggles a bit before breaking Askren's attemp of grappling
Ben Askren has seen better days.
Askren studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Michael Chandler fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Askren is holding Michael Chandler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Michael Chandler shows great balance while pushing away Ben Askren
Askren steps forward
Michael Chandler catches him with an uppercut to the face!
Chandler and Askren are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Brilliant combination from Michael Chandler
that forces Askren to try and defend better.
The clock says 2:35 in the 3 round
Ben Askren is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Askren grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Chandler struggles... Ben Askren is unable to take him down
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Ben Askren attempts a sweep single...
Ben Askren catches Michael Chandler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Askren.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Ben Askren tries to pass Michael Chandler's guard...
Ben Askren passes momentarily but Michael Chandler regains full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Chandler leans and gets Ben Askren's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler tries to better his position on the ground...
Chandler is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Askren's face!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 4:05 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Askren is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Askren tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Michael Chandler doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Askren's being punished here!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler has punished Askren very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Ben Askren tries to roll on the ground...
Chandler knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Ben Askren is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Josh Rosenthal tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 4
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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Michael Chandler tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Askren is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler is cooling the fight on the ground
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chandler tries to jump to side mount.
Ben Askren closed his guard around Michael Chandler.
The clock says 0:45 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Deep breaths from Ben Askren who tries a hammer punch to Chandler's ribs.
That hit Chandler who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler aggressively and repeatedly punches Askren.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in side mount over Ben Askren
Michael Chandler looks to mount Ben Askren...
Michael Chandler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll on the ground...
Chandler knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Michael Chandler looks to counter!
Body shots by Michael Chandler
Solid blows to Askren's abdomen.
Askren ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Michael Chandler in his guard...
Michael Chandler rolls him over and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Askren measures the resilience of Chandler's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Chandler blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
The clock says 2:30 in the 4 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Askren! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Michael Chandler tries to take advantage...
Chandler tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Josh Rosenthal halts the fight to stand up Ben Askren. 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 Mall of Asia Arena (Bay City, Philippines) are cheering for the fighters.
Askren and Chandler circle around the center of the cage.
Askren wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Chandler doesn't want anything like this as he moves backwards
Ben Askren attempts a sweep single...
Michael Chandler was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 3:25 in the 4 round
Askren fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Chandler sprawls and remains on his feet.
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler won't budge, forcing Askren to pull guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to pass Ben Askren's guard...
Michael Chandler manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren attempts to move to full guard
Michael Chandler keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Askren clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Michael Chandler pushes Askren's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Chandler who is in full mount! Askren is in trouble now!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Michael Chandler controls the situation despite Ben Askren efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Chandler looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Chandler positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Askren's being punished here!
Josh Rosenthal separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 5
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Michael Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Ben Askren is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Chandler into his guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Michael Chandler fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 0:35 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Chandler launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Askren is covering himself! Chandler tries to force the situation and Askren clumsily gives his back!
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Askren! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Good looking punches from Michael Chandler on the ground
They could take their toll on Askren.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Chandler has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Askren.
Nicely done! Chandler now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with two hooks in
Michael Chandler isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Askren locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Michael Chandler unil he can pull his arm free! Chandler lost his dominant position.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Chandler
Askren is in closed guard... Chandler tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Michael Chandler is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Michael Chandler rolls Ben Askren to his stomach and takes his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Askren! Chandler has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Chandler tries to open up Ben Askren's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Askren in the side of the head
Askren's Forehead is beginning to swell
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Askren has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Askren is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Askren misses a step and Michael Chandler sees an opportunity to counter him!
Good looking punches from Michael Chandler on the ground
They could take their toll on Askren.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Ben Askren launches a few punches to Chandler's cheek from the guard.
Michael Chandler uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with one hook in
Chandler has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Askren.
Nicely done! Chandler now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren with two hooks in
Askren is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Chandler tries to use some of his tricky moves but Chandler's is smart enough to counter him.
Josh Rosenthal 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.
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Chandler is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Askren's jaw!
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Chandler won't budge, forcing Askren to pull guard.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Michael Chandler uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chandler tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Michael Chandler fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Askren's face!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Josh Rosenthal didn't see that!
The clock says 3:15 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Askren tries to move on the ground and shows Michael Chandler a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Askren's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Josh Rosenthal knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Askren is moving on the ground...
Chandler tries to counter Askren's moves on the ground.
Michael Chandler is in closed guard over Askren
Chandler tries to escape from the closed guard
Chandler succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:50 in the 5 round
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler hovers above Askren
Good punches to Askren's body.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Ben Askren 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 Chandler's moves.
Michael Chandler is in open guard over Askren
Michael Chandler tries to pass to half guard...
Ben Askren can't prevent his opponent from passing. Chandler looks to work from half guard.
Michael Chandler is in half guard over Askren
Ben Askren looks rather shattered.
Ben Askren tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Askren clumsily fails here and it's time for Michael Chandler to fight back!
Chandler launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Askren is covering himself! Chandler tries to force the situation and Askren clumsily gives his back!
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Chandler doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Ben Askren 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 Chandler's moves.
Chandler is in rear mount over Askren
Ben Askren 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 Chandler's moves.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
Winner is Michael Chandler by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Ben Askren
Punches 3/4 (75%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 5/12 (42%)
GnP strikes 19/39 (49%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1101 s
Statistics: Michael Chandler
Punches 5/8 (62%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/3 (67%)
Takedowns 5/7 (71%)
GnP strikes 39/48 (81%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1101 s
I think this was the fight some people wanted to see. Both guys worked hard. Chandler did more damage, and the judges clearly bet on him to win, so that may have helped. Still an okay decision, we could just hear the judges laughing and cheering when Chandler won by decision is all, so...
