Post by The Sandman on May 10, 2022 22:53:29 GMT -5
Daniel Cormier is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
Mark Hunt looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Mike Hunt studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
As the fight continues it seems that Mark Hunt is taking the best of the fight.
Mike Hunt launches a hook to the body
Daniel Cormier moves aside looking for a counter...
Mike Hunt is swinging for the fences!
DC backpedals and creates space. Mark Hunt is asking him if he is going to fight!
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Some nice shots from Mark Hunt
that stun DC.
Daniel Cormier attempts a sweep single...
Daniel Cormier catches Mark Hunt's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by DC.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Mike Hunt
DC is in closed guard... Mike Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Daniel Cormier uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
DC tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
DC tries to escape from closed guard...
DC struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting DC's ribs.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to free his leg...
Daniel Cormier uses some of his skill by jumping out of Mike Hunt's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt attempts to trap Daniel Cormier in his guard.
Daniel Cormier keeps control and remains in side mount.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier looks to pass to mount...
DC slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Mark Hunt.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt measures the resilience of DC's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in DC's side.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier 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 Mike Hunt's moves.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier 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
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Daniel Cormier. 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.
Daniel Cormier goes with a looping right hand while Mark Hunt jumps back and jabs
Mike Hunt seems staggered and Daniel Cormier runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
DC steps backwards away from Mark Hunt. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
DC studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Mark Hunt can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Mike Hunt avoids a dangerous strike from DC
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Mike Hunt throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
DC fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to pass to half guard...
Mark Hunt can't prevent his opponent from passing. DC looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to DC's ribs.
DC blocks those punches
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Good looking punches from Daniel Cormier on the ground
deflected by Mike Hunt.
Daniel Cormier gets sloppy and Mark Hunt tries to take advantage...
Mike Hunt moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Daniel Cormier breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Daniel Cormier. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Malvinas Argentinas (Mendoza, Argentina) are cheering for the fighters.
Mike Hunt and DC circle around the center of the cage.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but DC manages to dodge it
Mark Hunt moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Mike Hunt decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Mike Hunt moves back and takes a deep breath.
A left hook from Mike Hunt
grazes the chin of DC.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
A punch from Mark Hunt
grazes DC's right cheek.
DC's Right cheek is beginning to swell
DC has a small cut in his Right cheek
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 2
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Mike Hunt moves backwards and Daniel Cormier is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Mike Hunt and DC circle around the center of the cage.
Mark Hunt moves forward and launches a low kick.
DC blocks that.
DC is trying to counter now!
A solid combination from Daniel Cormier
connects with Mike Hunt.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but DC manages to dodge it
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
DC has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Daniel Cormier fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
DC fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Mike Hunt's body! He's holding his side
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
DC moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to pass Mark Hunt's guard...
Daniel Cormier passes momentarily but Mark Hunt regains half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier pushes Mike Hunt's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by DC who is in full mount! Mike Hunt is in trouble now!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Mike Hunt's face!
Mike Hunt's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to escape from the full mount...
Daniel Cormier is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
DC tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt measures the resilience of DC's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
DC blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to DC's ribs.
DC blocks those punches
Mark Hunt gets sloppy and Daniel Cormier tries to take advantage...
Mike Hunt tries to escape from the full mount...
Daniel Cormier is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier looks to mount Mark Hunt...
Daniel Cormier slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to stand up!
DC doesn't allow him!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt tries to roll to his side and trap Daniel Cormier in his guard...
Daniel Cormier rolls him over and takes his back!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
Mike Hunt misses a step and Daniel Cormier sees an opportunity to counter him!
Mike Hunt has given his back to Daniel Cormier who is trying to get one hook in!
Daniel Cormier has one hook in!
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.
A right hand from Mark Hunt
gets deflected.
Lightning fast low kick from Mike Hunt!
DC blocks that kick with his leg.
DC steps forward
Mike Hunt feints.
Mike Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Daniel Cormier to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Daniel Cormier
that forces Mike Hunt to try and defend better.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
DC moves backwards and Mark Hunt is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Daniel Cormier closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
DC throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
Hard blow to Mike Hunt's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Mike Hunt throws a body kick.
Blocked by DC.
Daniel Cormier shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull DC into his guard.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for Mike Hunt, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 3
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Daniel Cormier closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Daniel Cormier and Mike Hunt engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Daniel Cormier is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Mark Hunt fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Daniel Cormier fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Mike Hunt avoids a dangerous strike from DC
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Mark Hunt!
DC ducks under...
Mike Hunt moves backwards and Daniel Cormier is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
DC studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Daniel Cormier tries to bring the fight to the ground
Mike Hunt goes down.
Crushing shot to Mike Hunt's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier is cooling the fight on the ground
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to move on the ground and shows Daniel Cormier a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Mike Hunt's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to close his guard around DC
He is not able to do it
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
DC moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
DC launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Mike Hunt is covering himself! DC tries to force the situation and Mike Hunt clumsily gives his back!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
DC doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Mike Hunt misses a step and Daniel Cormier sees an opportunity to counter him!
DC tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Mike Hunt! DC has one hook in and keeps working!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to DC's ribs.
DC blocks those punches
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Mike Hunt has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Mike Hunt is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Mark Hunt gets sloppy and Daniel Cormier tries to take advantage...
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Mike Hunt.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Mike Hunt is trying to escape from the rear mount.
DC tries to use some of his tricky moves but DC's is smart enough to counter him.
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Mike Hunt has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Mike Hunt is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Mike Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Daniel Cormier to fight back!
Daniel Cormier positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Mike Hunt's ribs
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 Malvinas Argentinas (Mendoza, Argentina) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Mark Hunt circles around DC
Nice punch by Mark Hunt
that nearly tags DC.
DC is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt attempts to trap Daniel Cormier in his guard.
Daniel Cormier keeps control and remains in side mount.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
DC tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
DC tries to open up Mark Hunt's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Mike Hunt in the side of the head
Mark Hunt seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Daniel Cormier!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to better his position on the ground...
DC is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Mike Hunt.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The ref pulls off Daniel Cormier! Mike Hunt seems confused and a bit dazed as the bell sounds the bout over.
Winner is Daniel Cormier by TKO (GnP) at 4:55 Round 3
Statistics: Daniel Cormier
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/23 (70%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 436 s
Statistics: Mark Hunt
Punches 5/20 (25%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 4/10 (40%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 436 s
It could have gone this way, or a different way. It went this way. Also, the Leafs won tonight, so that's excellent news also!
Mark Hunt looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
=========================================
The bell announces the first round!
Mike Hunt studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
As the fight continues it seems that Mark Hunt is taking the best of the fight.
Mike Hunt launches a hook to the body
Daniel Cormier moves aside looking for a counter...
Mike Hunt is swinging for the fences!
DC backpedals and creates space. Mark Hunt is asking him if he is going to fight!
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Some nice shots from Mark Hunt
that stun DC.
Daniel Cormier attempts a sweep single...
Daniel Cormier catches Mark Hunt's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by DC.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Mike Hunt
DC is in closed guard... Mike Hunt tries to roll on the ground!
Daniel Cormier uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
DC tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
DC tries to escape from closed guard...
DC struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting DC's ribs.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to free his leg...
Daniel Cormier uses some of his skill by jumping out of Mike Hunt's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt attempts to trap Daniel Cormier in his guard.
Daniel Cormier keeps control and remains in side mount.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier looks to pass to mount...
DC slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Mark Hunt.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt measures the resilience of DC's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in DC's side.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier 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 Mike Hunt's moves.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier 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
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Daniel Cormier. 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.
Daniel Cormier goes with a looping right hand while Mark Hunt jumps back and jabs
Mike Hunt seems staggered and Daniel Cormier runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
DC steps backwards away from Mark Hunt. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
DC studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Mark Hunt can end the fight with his ground and pound.
Mike Hunt avoids a dangerous strike from DC
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Mike Hunt throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
DC fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to pass to half guard...
Mark Hunt can't prevent his opponent from passing. DC looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 3:45 in the 1 round
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to DC's ribs.
DC blocks those punches
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Good looking punches from Daniel Cormier on the ground
deflected by Mike Hunt.
Daniel Cormier gets sloppy and Mark Hunt tries to take advantage...
Mike Hunt moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Daniel Cormier breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Daniel Cormier. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Malvinas Argentinas (Mendoza, Argentina) are cheering for the fighters.
Mike Hunt and DC circle around the center of the cage.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but DC manages to dodge it
Mark Hunt moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Mike Hunt decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Mike Hunt moves back and takes a deep breath.
A left hook from Mike Hunt
grazes the chin of DC.
The clock says 4:50 in the 1 round
A punch from Mark Hunt
grazes DC's right cheek.
DC's Right cheek is beginning to swell
DC has a small cut in his Right cheek
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 2
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Mike Hunt moves backwards and Daniel Cormier is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Mike Hunt and DC circle around the center of the cage.
Mark Hunt moves forward and launches a low kick.
DC blocks that.
DC is trying to counter now!
A solid combination from Daniel Cormier
connects with Mike Hunt.
Mark Hunt tries a hook to the body
but DC manages to dodge it
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
DC has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Daniel Cormier fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
DC fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Mark Hunt didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Crushing shot to Mike Hunt's body! He's holding his side
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
DC moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to pass Mark Hunt's guard...
Daniel Cormier passes momentarily but Mark Hunt regains half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier pushes Mike Hunt's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by DC who is in full mount! Mike Hunt is in trouble now!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Mike Hunt's face!
Mike Hunt's Right cheek is beginning to swell
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to escape from the full mount...
Daniel Cormier is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
DC tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt measures the resilience of DC's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
DC blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to DC's ribs.
DC blocks those punches
Mark Hunt gets sloppy and Daniel Cormier tries to take advantage...
Mike Hunt tries to escape from the full mount...
Daniel Cormier is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 2:25 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier looks to mount Mark Hunt...
Daniel Cormier slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to stand up!
DC doesn't allow him!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt tries to roll to his side and trap Daniel Cormier in his guard...
Daniel Cormier rolls him over and takes his back!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
Mike Hunt misses a step and Daniel Cormier sees an opportunity to counter him!
Mike Hunt has given his back to Daniel Cormier who is trying to get one hook in!
Daniel Cormier has one hook in!
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.
A right hand from Mark Hunt
gets deflected.
Lightning fast low kick from Mike Hunt!
DC blocks that kick with his leg.
DC steps forward
Mike Hunt feints.
Mike Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Daniel Cormier to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Daniel Cormier
that forces Mike Hunt to try and defend better.
The clock says 4:00 in the 2 round
DC moves backwards and Mark Hunt is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Daniel Cormier closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
DC throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
Hard blow to Mike Hunt's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Mike Hunt throws a body kick.
Blocked by DC.
Daniel Cormier shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Mark Hunt is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull DC into his guard.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
The round is for Mike Hunt, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 3
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Daniel Cormier closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Daniel Cormier and Mike Hunt engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Daniel Cormier is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Mark Hunt fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Daniel Cormier fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Mike Hunt avoids a dangerous strike from DC
and fends him off with feel-out punches.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Mark Hunt!
DC ducks under...
Mike Hunt moves backwards and Daniel Cormier is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
DC studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Daniel Cormier tries to bring the fight to the ground
Mike Hunt goes down.
Crushing shot to Mike Hunt's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 1:40 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Daniel Cormier is cooling the fight on the ground
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to move on the ground and shows Daniel Cormier a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Mike Hunt's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Steve Mazzagatti knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt tries to close his guard around DC
He is not able to do it
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Mike Hunt
DC moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Mike Hunt
DC launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Mike Hunt is covering himself! DC tries to force the situation and Mike Hunt clumsily gives his back!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
Mike Hunt has DC controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
DC is unable to move under Mike Hunt control.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt
DC doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Mike Hunt misses a step and Daniel Cormier sees an opportunity to counter him!
DC tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Mike Hunt! DC has one hook in and keeps working!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Deep breaths from Mark Hunt who tries a hammer punch to DC's ribs.
DC blocks those punches
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Mike Hunt has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Mike Hunt is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Mark Hunt gets sloppy and Daniel Cormier tries to take advantage...
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Mike Hunt.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Mike Hunt is trying to escape from the rear mount.
DC tries to use some of his tricky moves but DC's is smart enough to counter him.
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
DC is in rear mount over Mike Hunt with one hook in
Mike Hunt has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Mike Hunt is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Mike Hunt clumsily fails here and it's time for Daniel Cormier to fight back!
Daniel Cormier positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Mike Hunt's ribs
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 Malvinas Argentinas (Mendoza, Argentina) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Mark Hunt circles around DC
Nice punch by Mark Hunt
that nearly tags DC.
DC is holding Mark Hunt's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Mark Hunt loses balance and goes to the ground.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
Mark Hunt attempts to trap Daniel Cormier in his guard.
Daniel Cormier keeps control and remains in side mount.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Mark Hunt
DC tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
DC tries to open up Mark Hunt's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Mike Hunt in the side of the head
Mark Hunt seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Daniel Cormier!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier tries to better his position on the ground...
DC is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Mark Hunt
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Mike Hunt.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
The ref pulls off Daniel Cormier! Mike Hunt seems confused and a bit dazed as the bell sounds the bout over.
Winner is Daniel Cormier by TKO (GnP) at 4:55 Round 3
Statistics: Daniel Cormier
Punches 15/20 (75%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 6/6 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/23 (70%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 436 s
Statistics: Mark Hunt
Punches 5/20 (25%)
Kicks 1/4 (25%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 4/10 (40%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 436 s
It could have gone this way, or a different way. It went this way. Also, the Leafs won tonight, so that's excellent news also!
