Post by The Sandman on Apr 7, 2022 9:10:17 GMT -5
Ben Askren looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Jorge Masvidal looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
Jorge Masvidal comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Ben Askren and Jorge Masvidal touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Ben Askren paws at Gamebred.
Gamebred answers with solid punches!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Askren cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Gamebred can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Askren is holding Jorge Masvidal's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jorge Masvidal loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Askren's ribs.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal is cooling the fight on the ground
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Gamebred's face!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred breaths deeply while on the ground
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and trap Ben Askren in his guard...
Jorge Masvidal gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
2:18 Round 1 and Gamebred is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Askren is in closed guard... Gamebred tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Jorge Masvidal is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Jorge Masvidal in his guard...
Ben Askren gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Jorge Masvidal is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Jorge Masvidal in his guard...
Jorge Masvidal rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Gamebred is in rear mount over Askren
Jorge Masvidal isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Askren locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Jorge Masvidal unil he can pull his arm free! Gamebred lost his dominant position.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) are cheering for the fighters.
Gamebred moves backwards and Ben Askren is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Gamebred begins to launch a barrage of punches over Askren
this is getting worse and worse for Askren
Askren's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Ben Askren attempts a sweep single...
Ben Askren catches Jorge Masvidal's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Askren.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren looks to posture up and open Jorge Masvidal's guard...
Ben Askren forces Jorge Masvidal to open his guard.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to open up Jorge Masvidal's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Gamebred in the side of the head
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Gamebred uses his forearms to block the impact!
Askren misses a step and Jorge Masvidal sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jorge Masvidal overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Askren pulls his arm out of danger.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren is in closed guard... Gamebred tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Jorge Masvidal is in full mount over Ben Askren
Jorge Masvidal 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 Jorge Masvidal. 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.
Crisp uppercut by Gamebred followed by a hard jab
Ben Askren stumbles back.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Nice punches from Jorge Masvidal.
Askren staggers backwards. Gamebred wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
=========================================
Round 2
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Ben Askren fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Gamebred tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Gamebred is clinching with Askren.
Ben Askren tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Gamebred is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
The fighters are clinching.
Ben Askren tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Gamebred is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Askren and Jorge Masvidal are cliched up against the cage. Askren steps for a throw
Jorge Masvidal is gets thrown to the mat but gets right back up
The fighters are clinching.
Gamebred is launching some bone breaking punches to Askren's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Ben Askren's eyes.
Ben Askren pushes away Gamebred trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gamebred doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Ben Askren
The fighters are clinching.
Ben Askren pushes away Gamebred trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gamebred stumbles backwards and Ben Askren circles to get the center of the cage
Askren moves backwards and Jorge Masvidal is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Gamebred feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Ben Askren is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gamebred goes down.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Gamebred's face!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to escape from closed guard...
Askren struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Jorge Masvidal attempts to move to full guard
Jorge Masvidal manages to switch to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Gamebred clumsily fails here and it's time for Ben Askren to fight back!
Askren tries to escape from the closed guard
Askren succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to jump to side mount.
Jorge Masvidal closed his guard around Ben Askren.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and trap Ben Askren in his guard...
Jorge Masvidal gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Gamebred.
Good job by Gamebred blocking and slipping the blows.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren is in closed guard... Gamebred tries to roll on the ground!
Ben Askren uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren has punished Gamebred very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Jorge Masvidal 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 Jorge Masvidal. 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.
Gamebred throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Gamebred studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Gamebred studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Inside leg kick from Gamebred
that goes awry.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
=========================================
Round 3
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Jorge Masvidal launches a rapid series of punches
that glance off Askren's arms.
Tremendous strikes from Gamebred!
Askren blocks with confidence
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Ben Askren shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Jorge Masvidal is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Askren into his guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to pass Jorge Masvidal's guard...
Ben Askren manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Askren launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Jorge Masvidal is not able to stop Gamebred ground skills and Ben Askren moves to side mount!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal 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 Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Ben Askren controls the situation despite Jorge Masvidal efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to escape from the full mount...
Ben Askren is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren sits high on Jorge Masvidal's chest and pulls his leg underneath Gamebred's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Gamebred tries to roll out. He's too quick for Ben Askren and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Askren and it cost him top position.
Jorge Masvidal is in closed guard over Askren
Jorge Masvidal throws a flurry of punches at Askren...
Askren is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Jorge Masvidal is in closed guard over Askren
Gamebred is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jorge Masvidal!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Ben Askren fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
Askren blocks and pushes his opponent.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Askren is holding Jorge Masvidal's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jorge Masvidal loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren is getting frustrated here.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) are cheering for the fighters.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Jorge Masvidal.
=========================================
Round 4
=========================================
A furious flurry of punches from Jorge Masvidal
just misses Askren.
Solid low kick from Jorge Masvidal.
Askren deflects it.
Askren grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Ben Askren
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Askren moves on the ground
Ben Askren moves to side mount
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Gamebred misses a step and Ben Askren sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ben Askren rolls Jorge Masvidal to his stomach and takes his back!
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Gamebred.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren slides his arm under Jorge Masvidal's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Jorge Masvidal pulls down on Ben Askren's hand and staves off danger
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Gamebred's face!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Gamebred has Askren controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Askren is unable to move under Gamebred control.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred has his hand down and he is just willing the round to end. He will need better cardio training in the future.
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to open up Jorge Masvidal's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Gamebred in the side of the head
Gamebred has a small cut in his Forehead
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren 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 Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) is cheering him!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Ben Askren controls the situation despite Jorge Masvidal efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Gamebred's being punished here!
Gamebred's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren catch Jorge Masvidal's right arm and tries a kimura
Jorge Masvidal holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Jorge Masvidal tries to take advantage...
Deep breaths from Jorge Masvidal who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ben Askren rolls Jorge Masvidal to his stomach and takes his back!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Gamebred has given his back to Ben Askren who is trying to get one hook in!
Ben Askren has one hook in!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Askren has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Gamebred.
Nicely done! Askren now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Gamebred's being punished here!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Gamebred.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Ben Askren.
=========================================
Round 5
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gamebred goes down.
Hard blow to Gamebred's mid-section, he seems hurt
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Deep breaths from Jorge Masvidal who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He is not able to do it
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) are cheering for the fighters.
Ben Askren tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gamebred is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Deep breaths from Jorge Masvidal who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He is not able to do it
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to pass to half guard...
Jorge Masvidal can't prevent his opponent from passing. Askren looks to work from half guard.
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to free his leg
Ben Askren uses some of his skill by jumping out of Gamebred's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal 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.
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Gamebred's Right eye is beginning to swell
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Gamebred's Forehead is beginning to swell
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks rather shattered.
Askren is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki has seen that!
Mario Yamasaki allows Gamebred time to recover... 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.
Ben Askren moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Askren is holding Jorge Masvidal's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jorge Masvidal loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ben Askren rolls Jorge Masvidal to his stomach and takes his back!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Askren tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Gamebred! Askren has one hook in and keeps working!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Askren tries to open up Jorge Masvidal's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Gamebred in the side of the head
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Jorge Masvidal has punished Askren very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Gamebred's Forehead is beginning to swell
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Askren has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Gamebred.
Nicely done! Askren now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Good looking punches from Ben Askren on the ground
They could take their toll on Gamebred.
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Gamebred!
Gamebred adopts the turtle defense and Askren is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 4:50 in the 5 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Gamebred!
Gamebred adopts the turtle defense and Askren is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:55 in the 5 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Gamebred, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Askren moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Ben Askren.
Winner is Ben Askren by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Ben Askren
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 9/9 (100%)
GnP strikes 61/81 (75%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1086 s
Statistics: Jorge Masvidal
Punches 17/41 (41%)
Kicks 0/3 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/32 (6%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 1086 s
Very good fight, then they both became pretty tired. Askren still did consistent damage, but some more stamina, he would have got a pretty clean, easy win it seems.
Jorge Masvidal looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
Jorge Masvidal comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Mario Yamasaki.
=========================================
Round 1
=========================================
Ben Askren and Jorge Masvidal touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Ben Askren paws at Gamebred.
Gamebred answers with solid punches!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Askren cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Gamebred can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Askren is holding Jorge Masvidal's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jorge Masvidal loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Askren's ribs.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal is cooling the fight on the ground
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Gamebred's face!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred breaths deeply while on the ground
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and trap Ben Askren in his guard...
Jorge Masvidal gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
2:18 Round 1 and Gamebred is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Askren is in closed guard... Gamebred tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Jorge Masvidal is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Jorge Masvidal in his guard...
Ben Askren gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Jorge Masvidal is in full mount over Ben Askren
Ben Askren tries to roll to his side and trap Jorge Masvidal in his guard...
Jorge Masvidal rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Gamebred is in rear mount over Askren
Jorge Masvidal isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
Askren locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Jorge Masvidal unil he can pull his arm free! Gamebred lost his dominant position.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) are cheering for the fighters.
Gamebred moves backwards and Ben Askren is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Gamebred begins to launch a barrage of punches over Askren
this is getting worse and worse for Askren
Askren's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Ben Askren attempts a sweep single...
Ben Askren catches Jorge Masvidal's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Askren.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren looks to posture up and open Jorge Masvidal's guard...
Ben Askren forces Jorge Masvidal to open his guard.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to open up Jorge Masvidal's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Gamebred in the side of the head
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Gamebred uses his forearms to block the impact!
Askren misses a step and Jorge Masvidal sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jorge Masvidal overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Askren pulls his arm out of danger.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren is in closed guard... Gamebred tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ben Askren!
Jorge Masvidal is in full mount over Ben Askren
Jorge Masvidal 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 Jorge Masvidal. 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.
Crisp uppercut by Gamebred followed by a hard jab
Ben Askren stumbles back.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Nice punches from Jorge Masvidal.
Askren staggers backwards. Gamebred wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
=========================================
Round 2
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Ben Askren fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Gamebred tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. Gamebred is clinching with Askren.
Ben Askren tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Gamebred is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
The fighters are clinching.
Ben Askren tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Gamebred is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Askren and Jorge Masvidal are cliched up against the cage. Askren steps for a throw
Jorge Masvidal is gets thrown to the mat but gets right back up
The fighters are clinching.
Gamebred is launching some bone breaking punches to Askren's ribs while in the clinch.
Wow. You can see the pain in Ben Askren's eyes.
Ben Askren pushes away Gamebred trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gamebred doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Ben Askren
The fighters are clinching.
Ben Askren pushes away Gamebred trying to keep the fight at striking range
Gamebred stumbles backwards and Ben Askren circles to get the center of the cage
Askren moves backwards and Jorge Masvidal is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Gamebred feints and moves forward to hit with a hook
what a crushing shot!
Ben Askren is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gamebred goes down.
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He succeeds!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Gamebred's face!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to escape from closed guard...
Askren struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Jorge Masvidal attempts to move to full guard
Jorge Masvidal manages to switch to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Gamebred clumsily fails here and it's time for Ben Askren to fight back!
Askren tries to escape from the closed guard
Askren succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to jump to side mount.
Jorge Masvidal closed his guard around Ben Askren.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 3:50 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and trap Ben Askren in his guard...
Jorge Masvidal gets his hips out and gets to full guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Gamebred.
Good job by Gamebred blocking and slipping the blows.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren is in closed guard... Gamebred tries to roll on the ground!
Ben Askren uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren has punished Gamebred very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Jorge Masvidal 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 Jorge Masvidal. 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.
Gamebred throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Gamebred studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Gamebred studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Inside leg kick from Gamebred
that goes awry.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
=========================================
Round 3
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Jorge Masvidal launches a rapid series of punches
that glance off Askren's arms.
Tremendous strikes from Gamebred!
Askren blocks with confidence
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Ben Askren shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Jorge Masvidal is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Askren into his guard.
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to pass Jorge Masvidal's guard...
Ben Askren manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Askren launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Jorge Masvidal is not able to stop Gamebred ground skills and Ben Askren moves to side mount!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal 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 Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Ben Askren controls the situation despite Jorge Masvidal efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to escape from the full mount...
Ben Askren is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren sits high on Jorge Masvidal's chest and pulls his leg underneath Gamebred's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Gamebred tries to roll out. He's too quick for Ben Askren and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by Askren and it cost him top position.
Jorge Masvidal is in closed guard over Askren
Jorge Masvidal throws a flurry of punches at Askren...
Askren is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Jorge Masvidal is in closed guard over Askren
Gamebred is in closed guard... Askren tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jorge Masvidal!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Mario Yamasaki has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Ben Askren fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Jorge Masvidal fakes a move and launches a liver kick!
Askren blocks and pushes his opponent.
Askren tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Askren is holding Jorge Masvidal's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jorge Masvidal loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren is getting frustrated here.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) are cheering for the fighters.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Jorge Masvidal.
=========================================
Round 4
=========================================
A furious flurry of punches from Jorge Masvidal
just misses Askren.
Solid low kick from Jorge Masvidal.
Askren deflects it.
Askren grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Ben Askren
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Askren moves on the ground
Ben Askren moves to side mount
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
Gamebred misses a step and Ben Askren sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ben Askren rolls Jorge Masvidal to his stomach and takes his back!
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Gamebred.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren slides his arm under Jorge Masvidal's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Jorge Masvidal pulls down on Ben Askren's hand and staves off danger
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Gamebred's face!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Gamebred has Askren controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Askren is unable to move under Gamebred control.
The clock says 2:20 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred has his hand down and he is just willing the round to end. He will need better cardio training in the future.
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren tries to open up Jorge Masvidal's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Gamebred in the side of the head
Gamebred has a small cut in his Forehead
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
The clock says 2:55 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in closed guard over Gamebred
Askren 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 Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) is cheering him!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to show some ground skills
Askren uses his strength to keep Askren at a disadvantage
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks to mount Jorge Masvidal...
Ben Askren slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Ben Askren controls the situation despite Jorge Masvidal efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Gamebred's being punished here!
Gamebred's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren catch Jorge Masvidal's right arm and tries a kimura
Jorge Masvidal holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Ben Askren gets sloppy and Jorge Masvidal tries to take advantage...
Deep breaths from Jorge Masvidal who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ben Askren rolls Jorge Masvidal to his stomach and takes his back!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Gamebred has given his back to Ben Askren who is trying to get one hook in!
Ben Askren has one hook in!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Askren has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Gamebred.
Nicely done! Askren now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Gamebred's being punished here!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Ben Askren aggressively and repeatedly punches Gamebred.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is clearly for Ben Askren.
=========================================
Round 5
=========================================
The clock says 0:10 in the 5 round
Ben Askren tries to bring the fight to the ground
Gamebred goes down.
Hard blow to Gamebred's mid-section, he seems hurt
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Deep breaths from Jorge Masvidal who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He is not able to do it
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Thong Nhat Stadium (Ho Chi Ming City, Vietnam) are cheering for the fighters.
Ben Askren tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Gamebred is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
The clock says 1:00 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Deep breaths from Jorge Masvidal who tries a hammer punch to Askren's ribs.
Askren blocks those punches
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to close his guard around Askren
He is not able to do it
Ben Askren is in open guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to pass to half guard...
Jorge Masvidal can't prevent his opponent from passing. Askren looks to work from half guard.
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Ben Askren is in half guard over Gamebred
Ben Askren tries to free his leg
Ben Askren uses some of his skill by jumping out of Gamebred's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal 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.
The clock says 2:15 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred tries to stand up!
Askren doesn't allow him!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Gamebred's Right eye is beginning to swell
Mario Yamasaki didn't see the foul!
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren tries to open Gamebred's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Ben Askren. Gamebred is unable to cover himself now!
Gamebred's Forehead is beginning to swell
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Ben Askren looks rather shattered.
Askren is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
Mario Yamasaki has seen that!
Mario Yamasaki allows Gamebred time to recover... 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.
Ben Askren moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Askren is holding Jorge Masvidal's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jorge Masvidal loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal attempts to trap Ben Askren in his guard.
Ben Askren keeps control and remains in side mount.
Ben Askren is in side mount over Jorge Masvidal
Askren tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Gamebred launches a few weak punches
Askren blocks them effectively.
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Ben Askren is in full mount over Jorge Masvidal
Jorge Masvidal tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Ben Askren rolls Jorge Masvidal to his stomach and takes his back!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred
Askren tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Gamebred! Askren has one hook in and keeps working!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Askren tries to open up Jorge Masvidal's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Gamebred in the side of the head
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Jorge Masvidal has punished Askren very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Gamebred's Forehead is beginning to swell
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with one hook in
Askren has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Gamebred.
Nicely done! Askren now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Good looking punches from Ben Askren on the ground
They could take their toll on Gamebred.
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Gamebred!
Gamebred adopts the turtle defense and Askren is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Gamebred tries to move on the ground and shows Ben Askren a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Gamebred's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mario Yamasaki knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The clock says 4:50 in the 5 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Gamebred!
Gamebred adopts the turtle defense and Askren is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:55 in the 5 round
Askren is in rear mount over Gamebred with two hooks in
Askren is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Gamebred, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
Askren moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
Mario Yamasaki tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Ben Askren.
Winner is Ben Askren by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Ben Askren
Punches 0/0 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 9/9 (100%)
GnP strikes 61/81 (75%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1086 s
Statistics: Jorge Masvidal
Punches 17/41 (41%)
Kicks 0/3 (0%)
Clinch strikes 3/3 (100%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/32 (6%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 1086 s
Very good fight, then they both became pretty tired. Askren still did consistent damage, but some more stamina, he would have got a pretty clean, easy win it seems.
