Post by The Sandman on Apr 14, 2022 11:45:42 GMT -5
Henry Cejudo is the favourite fighter of the crowd at Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela).
Marlon Moraes looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Henry Cejudo raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
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 Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Eddie Alvarez Jr. and The Messenger move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Henry Cejudo fakes a punch and launches himself over Marlon Moraes
Great move by The Messenger who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Henry Cejudo embrace and tries to move away...
Henry Cejudo pushes Eddie Alvarez Jr. forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. misses a step and Henry Cejudo sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Messenger and Marlon Moraes are cliched up against the cage. The Messenger steps for a throw
Marlon Moraes is flat on his back. great Judo technique shown!
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to mount Marlon Moraes...
Henry Cejudo slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Marlon Moraes gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Marlon Moraes gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He succeeds!
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger is in closed guard... Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Henry Cejudo!
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Marlon Moraes is in full mount over Henry Cejudo
Henry Cejudo tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo creates enough space to control Marlon Moraes's leg.
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Marlon Moraes tries to pass Henry Cejudo's guard...
Marlon Moraes passes momentarily but Henry Cejudo sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Marlon Moraes is in open guard over The Messenger
The Messenger reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Henry Cejudo attempts to move to full guard
Henry Cejudo manages to switch to full guard.
Marlon Moraes is in open guard over The Messenger
Marlon Moraes is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Marlon Moraes is in open guard over The Messenger
The Messenger tries to close his guard around Eddie Alvarez Jr.
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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The Messenger grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Henry Cejudo
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to move on the ground and shows Henry Cejudo a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to pass to mount...
The Messenger slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Marlon Moraes.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo tries to better his position on the ground...
The Messenger is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Henry Cejudo keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Henry Cejudo pushes Marlon Moraes down and prevents his attempts to escape
Poorly executed technique. Henry Cejudo looks to counter!
Henry Cejudo aggressively and repeatedly punches Eddie Alvarez Jr..
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to escape from the full mount...
Eddie Alvarez Jr. struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Henry Cejudo controls the situation despite Marlon Moraes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to escape from the full mount...
Eddie Alvarez Jr. struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The Messenger clumsily fails here and it's time for Marlon Moraes to fight back!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes The Messenger's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Henry Cejudo attempts to move to full guard
Marlon Moraes keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The Messenger steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Henry Cejudo takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Crisp uppercut by Eddie Alvarez Jr. followed by a hard jab
The Messenger deflects the blows.
Marlon Moraes is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
A left hook from Eddie Alvarez Jr.
grazes the chin of The Messenger.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Marlon Moraes goes with a looping right hand while Henry Cejudo jumps back and jabs
Eddie Alvarez Jr. seems staggered and Henry Cejudo runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
A right hand from Marlon Moraes
misses its target.
The Messenger launches a kick
Eddie Alvarez Jr. checks it and keeps distance.
Marlon Moraes jabs at The Messenger
to no visible effect.
Henry Cejudo attempts a sweep single...
Henry Cejudo catches Marlon Moraes's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Messenger.
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
The Messenger is in closed guard... Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to roll on the ground!
Henry Cejudo uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Marlon Moraes gets sloppy and Henry Cejudo tries to take advantage...
The Messenger tries to escape from the closed guard
The Messenger succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo hovers above Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Good punches to Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s body.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger tries to move to full mount
The Messenger's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He succeeds!
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger is in closed guard... Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Henry Cejudo!
Marlon Moraes is in full mount over Henry Cejudo
Eddie Alvarez Jr. works on the ground with his fingers over The Messenger's face
The Messenger shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Marlon Moraes is in full mount over Henry Cejudo
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
The Messenger struggles and frees his leg!
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
The Messenger measures the resilience of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s side.
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
The Messenger and Eddie Alvarez Jr. are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
The Messenger measures the resilience of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s side.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Henry Cejudo tries to close the guard.
The Messenger put Marlon Moraes in closed guard.
Marlon Moraes is in closed guard over The Messenger
The Messenger measures the resilience of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s side.
Marlon Moraes is in closed guard over The Messenger
Marlon Moraes looks to posture up and open Henry Cejudo's guard...
Henry Cejudo has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Marlon Moraes is in closed guard over The Messenger
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is in closed guard... The Messenger tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Marlon Moraes!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls him over and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has given his back to Henry Cejudo who is trying to get one hook in!
Henry Cejudo has one hook in!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to stand up!
The Messenger doesn't allow him!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is unable to find a way to scape from this.
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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:45 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Marlon Moraes throws an uppercut
The Messenger slips it.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 3
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Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Quick hook by Marlon Moraes
glances off The Messenger's arms.
The Messenger is holding Marlon Moraes's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Marlon Moraes loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Henry Cejudo tries to bring the fight to the ground
Eddie Alvarez Jr. goes down.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is taking this opportunity to rest.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s abdomen
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo tries to better his position on the ground...
The Messenger is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo launches a few punches to Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Deep breaths from Marlon Moraes who tries a hammer punch to The Messenger's ribs.
The Messenger blocks those punches
Eddie Alvarez Jr. clumsily fails here and it's time for Henry Cejudo to fight back!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has given his back to Henry Cejudo who is trying to get one hook in!
Henry Cejudo has one hook in!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger is getting frustrated here.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. clumsily fails here and it's time for Henry Cejudo to fight back!
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
The Messenger has one of his arm over Marlon Moraes's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Eddie Alvarez Jr., who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
The Messenger moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to move on the ground and shows Henry Cejudo a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s being punished here!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. adopts the turtle defense and The Messenger is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Eddie Alvarez Jr., who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
The Messenger moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to stand up!
The Messenger doesn't allow him!
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Henry Cejudo takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Crisp uppercut by Eddie Alvarez Jr. followed by a hard jab
The Messenger deflects the blows.
Henry Cejudo takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 4
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Henry Cejudo attempts a sweep single...
Henry Cejudo catches Marlon Moraes's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Messenger.
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo looks to posture up and open Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo forces Marlon Moraes to open his guard.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to mount Marlon Moraes...
Henry Cejudo slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo tries to better his position on the ground...
The Messenger is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll on the ground...
The Messenger knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Henry Cejudo looks to counter!
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has The Messenger controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Messenger is unable to move under Eddie Alvarez Jr. control.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The Messenger tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Eddie Alvarez Jr.! The Messenger has one hook in and keeps working!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. adopts the turtle defense and The Messenger is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
Deep breaths from Marlon Moraes who tries a hammer punch to The Messenger's ribs.
The Messenger blocks those punches
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The Messenger is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Henry Cejudo tries to bring the fight to the ground
Eddie Alvarez Jr. goes down.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes attempts to move to full guard
Henry Cejudo keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
The clock says 3:50 in the 4 round
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has given his back to Henry Cejudo who is trying to get one hook in!
Henry Cejudo has one hook in!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is trying to escape from the rear mount.
The Messenger tries to use some of his tricky moves but The Messenger's is smart enough to counter him.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. clumsily fails here and it's time for Henry Cejudo to fight back!
The Messenger throws a few hammer fists to the face of Marlon Moraes
Solid shots!
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is trying to escape from the rear mount.
The Messenger tries to use some of his tricky moves but The Messenger's is smart enough to counter him.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is trying to escape from the rear mount.
The Messenger tries to use some of his tricky moves but The Messenger's is smart enough to counter him.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Henry Cejudo, but it's close.
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Round 5
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Good movement from Eddie Alvarez Jr.
who is bobbing and weaving.
The Messenger studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Henry Cejudo tries to bring the fight to the ground
Eddie Alvarez Jr. goes down.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to stand up!
The Messenger doesn't allow him!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to open Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s guard...
Great bombs from the top by Henry Cejudo. Eddie Alvarez Jr. is unable to cover himself now!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to move on the ground and shows Henry Cejudo a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Marlon Moraes is not able to stop Eddie Alvarez Jr. ground skills and Henry Cejudo moves to side mount!
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to mount Marlon Moraes...
Henry Cejudo slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Henry Cejudo controls the situation despite Marlon Moraes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s being punished here!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s being punished here!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has The Messenger controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Messenger is unable to move under Eddie Alvarez Jr. control.
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo looks to posture up and open Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo forces Marlon Moraes to open his guard.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to free his leg
Henry Cejudo uses some of his skill by jumping out of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:30 in the 5 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Eddie Alvarez Jr.! The Messenger has one hook in and keeps working!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
The Messenger has one of his arm over Marlon Moraes's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
The Messenger has one of his arm over Marlon Moraes's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
Winner is Henry Cejudo by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Marlon Moraes
Punches 1/13 (8%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/17 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1176 s
Statistics: Henry Cejudo
Punches 4/7 (57%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 38/44 (86%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1176 s
Oh Henry...
Marlon Moraes looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Henry Cejudo raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
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 Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Eddie Alvarez Jr. and The Messenger move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Henry Cejudo fakes a punch and launches himself over Marlon Moraes
Great move by The Messenger who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The fighters are clinching.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Henry Cejudo embrace and tries to move away...
Henry Cejudo pushes Eddie Alvarez Jr. forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. misses a step and Henry Cejudo sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Messenger and Marlon Moraes are cliched up against the cage. The Messenger steps for a throw
Marlon Moraes is flat on his back. great Judo technique shown!
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to mount Marlon Moraes...
Henry Cejudo slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Marlon Moraes gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Marlon Moraes gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He succeeds!
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger is in closed guard... Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Henry Cejudo!
The clock says 1:35 in the 1 round
Marlon Moraes is in full mount over Henry Cejudo
Henry Cejudo tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo creates enough space to control Marlon Moraes's leg.
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Marlon Moraes tries to pass Henry Cejudo's guard...
Marlon Moraes passes momentarily but Henry Cejudo sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Marlon Moraes is in open guard over The Messenger
The Messenger reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 1 round
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Henry Cejudo attempts to move to full guard
Henry Cejudo manages to switch to full guard.
Marlon Moraes is in open guard over The Messenger
Marlon Moraes is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Marlon Moraes is in open guard over The Messenger
The Messenger tries to close his guard around Eddie Alvarez Jr.
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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The Messenger grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Henry Cejudo
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to move on the ground and shows Henry Cejudo a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to pass to mount...
The Messenger slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Marlon Moraes.
The clock says 3:40 in the 1 round
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo tries to better his position on the ground...
The Messenger is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Henry Cejudo keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Henry Cejudo pushes Marlon Moraes down and prevents his attempts to escape
Poorly executed technique. Henry Cejudo looks to counter!
Henry Cejudo aggressively and repeatedly punches Eddie Alvarez Jr..
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to escape from the full mount...
Eddie Alvarez Jr. struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Henry Cejudo controls the situation despite Marlon Moraes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to escape from the full mount...
Eddie Alvarez Jr. struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The Messenger clumsily fails here and it's time for Marlon Moraes to fight back!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes The Messenger's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Henry Cejudo attempts to move to full guard
Marlon Moraes keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The Messenger steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Henry Cejudo takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 2
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Crisp uppercut by Eddie Alvarez Jr. followed by a hard jab
The Messenger deflects the blows.
Marlon Moraes is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
A left hook from Eddie Alvarez Jr.
grazes the chin of The Messenger.
The clock says 0:40 in the 2 round
Marlon Moraes goes with a looping right hand while Henry Cejudo jumps back and jabs
Eddie Alvarez Jr. seems staggered and Henry Cejudo runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
A right hand from Marlon Moraes
misses its target.
The Messenger launches a kick
Eddie Alvarez Jr. checks it and keeps distance.
Marlon Moraes jabs at The Messenger
to no visible effect.
Henry Cejudo attempts a sweep single...
Henry Cejudo catches Marlon Moraes's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Messenger.
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The match-makers did a great job of pairing up these two evenly matched warriors.
The Messenger is in closed guard... Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to roll on the ground!
Henry Cejudo uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Marlon Moraes gets sloppy and Henry Cejudo tries to take advantage...
The Messenger tries to escape from the closed guard
The Messenger succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo hovers above Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Good punches to Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s body.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger tries to move to full mount
The Messenger's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He succeeds!
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger is in closed guard... Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Henry Cejudo!
Marlon Moraes is in full mount over Henry Cejudo
Eddie Alvarez Jr. works on the ground with his fingers over The Messenger's face
The Messenger shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Marlon Moraes is in full mount over Henry Cejudo
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
The Messenger struggles and frees his leg!
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
The Messenger measures the resilience of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s side.
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
The Messenger and Eddie Alvarez Jr. are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
The Messenger measures the resilience of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s side.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Marlon Moraes is in half guard over The Messenger
Henry Cejudo tries to close the guard.
The Messenger put Marlon Moraes in closed guard.
Marlon Moraes is in closed guard over The Messenger
The Messenger measures the resilience of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s side.
Marlon Moraes is in closed guard over The Messenger
Marlon Moraes looks to posture up and open Henry Cejudo's guard...
Henry Cejudo has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Marlon Moraes is in closed guard over The Messenger
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is in closed guard... The Messenger tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Marlon Moraes!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls him over and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has given his back to Henry Cejudo who is trying to get one hook in!
Henry Cejudo has one hook in!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to stand up!
The Messenger doesn't allow him!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is unable to find a way to scape from this.
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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:45 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Marlon Moraes throws an uppercut
The Messenger slips it.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 3
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Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Quick hook by Marlon Moraes
glances off The Messenger's arms.
The Messenger is holding Marlon Moraes's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Marlon Moraes loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:50 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:30 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Henry Cejudo tries to bring the fight to the ground
Eddie Alvarez Jr. goes down.
The clock says 1:55 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is taking this opportunity to rest.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s abdomen
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo tries to better his position on the ground...
The Messenger is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo launches a few punches to Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Deep breaths from Marlon Moraes who tries a hammer punch to The Messenger's ribs.
The Messenger blocks those punches
Eddie Alvarez Jr. clumsily fails here and it's time for Henry Cejudo to fight back!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has given his back to Henry Cejudo who is trying to get one hook in!
Henry Cejudo has one hook in!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger is getting frustrated here.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. clumsily fails here and it's time for Henry Cejudo to fight back!
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
The Messenger has one of his arm over Marlon Moraes's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Eddie Alvarez Jr., who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
The Messenger moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to move on the ground and shows Henry Cejudo a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s being punished here!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. adopts the turtle defense and The Messenger is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Eddie Alvarez Jr., who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
The Messenger moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to stand up!
The Messenger doesn't allow him!
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Henry Cejudo takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Crisp uppercut by Eddie Alvarez Jr. followed by a hard jab
The Messenger deflects the blows.
Henry Cejudo takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 4
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Henry Cejudo attempts a sweep single...
Henry Cejudo catches Marlon Moraes's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Messenger.
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo looks to posture up and open Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo forces Marlon Moraes to open his guard.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes attempts to trap Henry Cejudo in his guard.
Henry Cejudo keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to mount Marlon Moraes...
Henry Cejudo slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo tries to better his position on the ground...
The Messenger is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll on the ground...
The Messenger knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Henry Cejudo looks to counter!
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. looks like the walking dead... I don't know how much more punishement he can receive.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has The Messenger controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Messenger is unable to move under Eddie Alvarez Jr. control.
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The Messenger tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Eddie Alvarez Jr.! The Messenger has one hook in and keeps working!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
Eddie Alvarez Jr. adopts the turtle defense and The Messenger is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
Deep breaths from Marlon Moraes who tries a hammer punch to The Messenger's ribs.
The Messenger blocks those punches
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Metropolitano de Merida (Merida, Venezuela) are cheering for the fighters.
The Messenger is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Henry Cejudo tries to bring the fight to the ground
Eddie Alvarez Jr. goes down.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes attempts to move to full guard
Henry Cejudo keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
The clock says 3:50 in the 4 round
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has given his back to Henry Cejudo who is trying to get one hook in!
Henry Cejudo has one hook in!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is trying to escape from the rear mount.
The Messenger tries to use some of his tricky moves but The Messenger's is smart enough to counter him.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. clumsily fails here and it's time for Henry Cejudo to fight back!
The Messenger throws a few hammer fists to the face of Marlon Moraes
Solid shots!
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is trying to escape from the rear mount.
The Messenger tries to use some of his tricky moves but The Messenger's is smart enough to counter him.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
Eddie Alvarez Jr. is trying to escape from the rear mount.
The Messenger tries to use some of his tricky moves but The Messenger's is smart enough to counter him.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Henry Cejudo, but it's close.
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Round 5
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Good movement from Eddie Alvarez Jr.
who is bobbing and weaving.
The Messenger studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Henry Cejudo tries to bring the fight to the ground
Eddie Alvarez Jr. goes down.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to stand up!
The Messenger doesn't allow him!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to close his guard around The Messenger
He is not able to do it
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to open Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s guard...
Great bombs from the top by Henry Cejudo. Eddie Alvarez Jr. is unable to cover himself now!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. tries to move on the ground and shows Henry Cejudo a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Marlon Moraes is not able to stop Eddie Alvarez Jr. ground skills and Henry Cejudo moves to side mount!
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
Henry Cejudo looks to mount Marlon Moraes...
Henry Cejudo slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Henry Cejudo controls the situation despite Marlon Moraes efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls Marlon Moraes to his stomach and takes his back!
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s being punished here!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Marlon Moraes 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 The Messenger's moves.
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s being punished here!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Eddie Alvarez Jr. has The Messenger controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Messenger is unable to move under Eddie Alvarez Jr. control.
Henry Cejudo is in closed guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo looks to posture up and open Marlon Moraes's guard...
Henry Cejudo forces Marlon Moraes to open his guard.
Henry Cejudo is in open guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to pass to half guard...
Marlon Moraes can't prevent his opponent from passing. The Messenger looks to work from half guard.
Henry Cejudo is in half guard over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
Henry Cejudo tries to free his leg
Henry Cejudo uses some of his skill by jumping out of Eddie Alvarez Jr.'s guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Henry Cejudo is in side mount over Marlon Moraes
The Messenger tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Eddie Alvarez Jr. launches a few weak punches
The Messenger blocks them effectively.
Henry Cejudo is in full mount over Marlon Moraes
Marlon Moraes tries to roll to his side and trap Henry Cejudo in his guard...
Henry Cejudo rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:30 in the 5 round
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr.
The Messenger tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Eddie Alvarez Jr.! The Messenger has one hook in and keeps working!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with one hook in
The Messenger has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Eddie Alvarez Jr..
Nicely done! The Messenger now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
The Messenger has one of his arm over Marlon Moraes's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The Messenger is in rear mount over Eddie Alvarez Jr. with two hooks in
The Messenger is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
The Messenger tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Eddie Alvarez Jr.!
The Messenger has one of his arm over Marlon Moraes's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
Winner is Henry Cejudo by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Marlon Moraes
Punches 1/13 (8%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/17 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1176 s
Statistics: Henry Cejudo
Punches 4/7 (57%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 38/44 (86%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1176 s
Oh Henry...
