Post by The Sandman on May 30, 2022 23:15:34 GMT -5
Jan Blachowicz glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Chael Sonnen looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
Jan Blachowicz comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
Chael Sonnen comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
The American Gangster wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
The American Gangster moves forward and holds Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz pushes away The American Gangster trying to keep the fight at striking range
The American Gangster stumbles backwards and Jan Blachowicz circles to get the center of the cage
The American Gangster launches a kick
but Jan Blachowicz avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
Chael Sonnen shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Jan Blachowicz is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The American Gangster into his guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Blachowicz's face!
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster struggles on the ground and tries to break Jan Blachowicz's guard...
Chael Sonnen is in Blachowicz open guard now
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Pitty-pat punches from The American Gangster
Jan Blachowicz doesn't flinch.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to improve position.
Blachowicz adjusts and closes his guard.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The American Gangster is trying to counter now!
The American Gangster tries to open up Jan Blachowicz's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Blachowicz in the side of the head
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen tries to pass Jan Blachowicz's guard...
Chael Sonnen manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz attempts to move to full guard
Jan Blachowicz manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen tries to pass to half guard...
Jan Blachowicz can't prevent his opponent from passing. The American Gangster looks to work from half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Blachowicz's face with those brutal elbows! Blachowicz needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Jan Blachowicz manages to switch to half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz 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
Chael Sonnen 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
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jan Blachowicz takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The American Gangster steps backwards away from Jan Blachowicz. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Jan Blachowicz takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Crisp uppercut by Blachowicz followed by a hard jab
The American Gangster deflects the blows.
Poorly executed technique. Chael Sonnen looks to counter!
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and launches himself over Jan Blachowicz
Great move by The American Gangster who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Chael Sonnen pushes away Blachowicz trying to keep the fight at striking range
Blachowicz stumbles backwards and Chael Sonnen circles to get the center of the cage
Bone shattering straight left hand from Jan Blachowicz!
The American Gangster is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The American Gangster has a small cut in his Right cheek
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Terrible one sided match... Blachowicz was not ready to fight a fighter of Chael Sonnen caliber.
The American Gangster steps backwards away from Jan Blachowicz. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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The American Gangster is holding Jan Blachowicz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jan Blachowicz loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz tries to roll to his side and trap Chael Sonnen in his guard...
Chael Sonnen rolls him over and takes his back!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Blachowicz! The American Gangster has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Blachowicz has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Blachowicz is unable to find a way to scape from this.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Blachowicz tries to move on the ground and shows Chael Sonnen a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Blachowicz's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Blachowicz's Forehead is beginning to swell
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The American Gangster positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Blachowicz's being punished here!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The American Gangster tries to cover his face,
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster gets a good position on the ground. ..
Blachowicz holds Chael Sonnen arms and counters his opponent punches.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Blachowicz has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Jan Blachowicz uses his ground skills to free one of his legs while working on the ground.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Jan Blachowicz. 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 Olympic Hall Juan Antonio Samaranch (Sarajevo, Bosnia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Jan Blachowicz shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Chael Sonnen is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Blachowicz into his guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster tries to move on the ground and shows Jan Blachowicz a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The American Gangster uses his forearms to block the impact!
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in closed guard... The American Gangster tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jan Blachowicz!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen was tooling Jan Blachowicz for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Jan Blachowicz lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Jan Blachowicz tries to roll to his side and trap Chael Sonnen in his guard...
Chael Sonnen keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
The American Gangster leans back...
He clobbers Jan Blachowicz's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to stand up!
The American Gangster doesn't allow him!
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Chael Sonnen 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
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Olympic Hall Juan Antonio Samaranch (Sarajevo, Bosnia) are cheering for the fighters.
Chael Sonnen attempts a sweep single...
Chael Sonnen catches Jan Blachowicz's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The American Gangster.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Jan Blachowicz is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Jan Blachowicz in his guard...
Jan Blachowicz rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
The American Gangster has Blachowicz controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Blachowicz is unable to move under The American Gangster control.
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
Jan Blachowicz slides his arm under Chael Sonnen's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
Chael Sonnen pushes up and slides Jan Blachowicz's arm over his chin.
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Blachowicz's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Blachowicz tries to cover his face,
Blachowicz's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
The American Gangster is taking this opportunity to rest.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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Chael Sonnen tries to bring the fight to the ground
Blachowicz goes down.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Blachowicz's being punished here!
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz measures the resilience of The American Gangster's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in The American Gangster's side.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Deep breaths from Jan Blachowicz who tries a hammer punch to The American Gangster's ribs.
That hit The American Gangster who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Chael Sonnen uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen was tooling Jan Blachowicz for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Jan Blachowicz lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
The American Gangster doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Blachowicz clumsily fails here and it's time for Chael Sonnen to fight back!
The American Gangster throws a few hammer fists to the face of Jan Blachowicz
Blocked by Blachowicz.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz throws up a triangle attempt!
Chael Sonnen postures up and breaks the triangle.
The American Gangster tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chael Sonnen hovers above Blachowicz
Good punches to Blachowicz's body.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster delivers a few accurate elbows!
Blachowicz is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to move on the ground and shows Chael Sonnen a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Blachowicz's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz
Blachowicz has The American Gangster controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Blachowicz manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along The American Gangster
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The American Gangster moves backwards and Jan Blachowicz is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Jan Blachowicz is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and launches himself over Chael Sonnen
Great move by Blachowicz who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jan Blachowicz tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Chael Sonnen
Blachowicz fails to take The American Gangster down and both man are still clinching
The fighters are clinching.
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches towards Blachowicz's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Blachowicz seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
John McCarthy separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Blachowicz moves backwards and Chael Sonnen is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Jan Blachowicz is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Blachowicz is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen pushes Jan Blachowicz against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Jan Blachowicz struggles not allowing Chael Sonnen improve his position.
The American Gangster clumsily fails here and it's time for Jan Blachowicz to fight back!
Blachowicz measures the resilience of The American Gangster's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in The American Gangster's side.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to close his guard around The American Gangster
He is not able to do it
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
The American Gangster moves on the ground
Chael Sonnen moves to side mount
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Chael Sonnen keeps control and remains in side mount.
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to show some ground skills
Jan Blachowicz put The American Gangster in half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Blachowicz misses a step and Chael Sonnen sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chael Sonnen tries to open Blachowicz's guard...
Blachowicz breaks the lock and covers himself from The American Gangster's punches
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz tries to close the guard.
Blachowicz put Chael Sonnen in closed guard.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Jan Blachowicz is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Jan Blachowicz in his guard...
Chael Sonnen gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Chael Sonnen attempts a sweep single...
Jan Blachowicz was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Chael Sonnen tries to bring the fight to the ground
Blachowicz goes down.
Hard blow to Blachowicz's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen tries to pass to half guard...
Jan Blachowicz's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to close his guard around The American Gangster
He succeeds!
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz is taking this opportunity to rest.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The American Gangster tries to cover his face,
The American Gangster's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The American Gangster tries to cover his face,
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Jan Blachowicz is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Jan Blachowicz in his guard...
Chael Sonnen moves to half guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen attempts to move to full guard
Jan Blachowicz keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling The American Gangster from the side mount!
Jan Blachowicz is in side mount over Chael Sonnen
The American Gangster tries to show some ground skills
Blachowicz uses his strength to keep Blachowicz at a disadvantage
The American Gangster clumsily fails here and it's time for Jan Blachowicz to fight back!
Jan Blachowicz aggressively and repeatedly punches The American Gangster.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Jan Blachowicz is in side mount over Chael Sonnen
The American Gangster tries to move on the ground and shows Jan Blachowicz a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! The American Gangster's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jan Blachowicz is in side mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen 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
Jan Blachowicz 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
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The American Gangster is holding Jan Blachowicz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jan Blachowicz shows great balance while pushing away Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Blachowicz showing excellent timing, blasts Chael Sonnen with a right hand.
Great hook by Jan Blachowicz! Chael Sonnen is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Blachowicz is standing while The American Gangster is on the ground on his back
The American Gangster tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
The American Gangster climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The American Gangster is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The American Gangster looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Jan Blachowicz's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Chael Sonnen fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Blachowicz blocks that. It was easy!
The American Gangster misses a step and Jan Blachowicz sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jan Blachowicz leans forwards and tries to grapple with The American Gangster
Blachowicz shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Jan Blachowicz tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Blachowicz circles out and slips free of Chael Sonnen's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Jan Blachowicz is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Jan Blachowicz goes with a looping right hand while Chael Sonnen jumps back and jabs
The American Gangster seems staggered and Jan Blachowicz runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
The American Gangster launches a stiff jab!
Blachowicz ducks that one.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
The American Gangster is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz goes with a looping right hand while Chael Sonnen jumps back and jabs
The American Gangster seems staggered and Jan Blachowicz runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Chael Sonnen and Blachowicz engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz swings...
hard impact to The American Gangster's face!
The American Gangster's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The American Gangster has a small cut in his Left cheek
The clock says 1:50 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz attempts a sweep single...
Jan Blachowicz catches Chael Sonnen's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Blachowicz.
The American Gangster ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in closed guard... The American Gangster tries to roll on the ground!
Jan Blachowicz uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:05 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster measures the resilience of Blachowicz's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Blachowicz's side.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in closed guard... The American Gangster tries to roll on the ground!
Jan Blachowicz uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Blachowicz tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Blachowicz tries to open up Chael Sonnen's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching The American Gangster in the side of the head
There is a small laceration on Chael Sonnen's Forehead
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster is moving on the ground...
Blachowicz tries to counter The American Gangster's moves on the ground.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to escape from the closed guard
Blachowicz succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Jan Blachowicz tries to pass to half guard...
Chael Sonnen's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to escape from closed guard...
Blachowicz struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The American Gangster measures the resilience of Blachowicz's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Blachowicz's side.
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster doesn't stop bleeding.
Jan Blachowicz isolates Chael Sonnen's left arm looking for an armbar...
Chael Sonnen manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Jan Blachowicz lost his dominant position.
The American Gangster is trying to counter now!
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Blachowicz's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Blachowicz tries to cover his face,
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Chael Sonnen continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Blachowicz's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Blachowicz tries to cover his face,
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen attempts to move to full guard
Chael Sonnen manages to switch to full guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
The American Gangster works on the ground with his fingers over Blachowicz's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! The American Gangster's being punished here!
The clock says 3:55 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The American Gangster rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Jan Blachowicz. 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 Olympic Hall Juan Antonio Samaranch (Sarajevo, Bosnia) are cheering for the fighters.
Chael Sonnen continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
A solid combination from Jan Blachowicz
connects with The American Gangster.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
Chael Sonnen's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Blachowicz looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Chael Sonnen's punches
Blachowicz is on the receiving end of a great combo by The American Gangster.
Jan Blachowicz attempts to cut off The American Gangster with punches
The American Gangster avoids getting cornered.
Blachowicz misses a step and Chael Sonnen sees an opportunity to counter him!
The American Gangster launches a hook to the body
Jan Blachowicz moves aside looking for a counter...
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Chael Sonnen.
Winner is Chael Sonnen by Split decision
Statistics: Jan Blachowicz
Punches 23/38 (61%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 23/31 (74%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 862 s
Statistics: Chael Sonnen
Punches 9/17 (53%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/7 (14%)
Takedowns 6/8 (75%)
GnP strikes 36/59 (61%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 871 s
Oooo, close fight. Sonnen was doing well early, then he slowly let Jan back into the fight. By the end, things were definitely in Jan's favour. But Chael did enough early to take this.
Chael Sonnen looks very relaxed.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
Jan Blachowicz comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
Chael Sonnen comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is John McCarthy.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
The American Gangster wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
The American Gangster moves forward and holds Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz pushes away The American Gangster trying to keep the fight at striking range
The American Gangster stumbles backwards and Jan Blachowicz circles to get the center of the cage
The American Gangster launches a kick
but Jan Blachowicz avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
The clock says 0:30 in the 1 round
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
Chael Sonnen shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Jan Blachowicz is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The American Gangster into his guard.
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Blachowicz's face!
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster struggles on the ground and tries to break Jan Blachowicz's guard...
Chael Sonnen is in Blachowicz open guard now
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Pitty-pat punches from The American Gangster
Jan Blachowicz doesn't flinch.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to improve position.
Blachowicz adjusts and closes his guard.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The American Gangster is trying to counter now!
The American Gangster tries to open up Jan Blachowicz's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Blachowicz in the side of the head
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen tries to pass Jan Blachowicz's guard...
Chael Sonnen manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz attempts to move to full guard
Jan Blachowicz manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:40 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen tries to pass to half guard...
Jan Blachowicz can't prevent his opponent from passing. The American Gangster looks to work from half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Blachowicz's face with those brutal elbows! Blachowicz needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Jan Blachowicz manages to switch to half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz 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
Chael Sonnen 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
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jan Blachowicz takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The American Gangster steps backwards away from Jan Blachowicz. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:10 in the 1 round
Jan Blachowicz takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Crisp uppercut by Blachowicz followed by a hard jab
The American Gangster deflects the blows.
Poorly executed technique. Chael Sonnen looks to counter!
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and launches himself over Jan Blachowicz
Great move by The American Gangster who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Chael Sonnen pushes away Blachowicz trying to keep the fight at striking range
Blachowicz stumbles backwards and Chael Sonnen circles to get the center of the cage
Bone shattering straight left hand from Jan Blachowicz!
The American Gangster is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The American Gangster has a small cut in his Right cheek
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Terrible one sided match... Blachowicz was not ready to fight a fighter of Chael Sonnen caliber.
The American Gangster steps backwards away from Jan Blachowicz. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
John McCarthy tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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The American Gangster is holding Jan Blachowicz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jan Blachowicz loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz tries to roll to his side and trap Chael Sonnen in his guard...
Chael Sonnen rolls him over and takes his back!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz
The American Gangster tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Blachowicz! The American Gangster has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Blachowicz has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Blachowicz is unable to find a way to scape from this.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Blachowicz tries to move on the ground and shows Chael Sonnen a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Blachowicz's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Blachowicz's Forehead is beginning to swell
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The American Gangster positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Blachowicz's being punished here!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Blachowicz.
Blachowicz uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
The clock says 1:50 in the 2 round
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The American Gangster tries to cover his face,
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
The American Gangster gets a good position on the ground. ..
Blachowicz holds Chael Sonnen arms and counters his opponent punches.
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz with one hook in
Blachowicz has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Jan Blachowicz uses his ground skills to free one of his legs while working on the ground.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Jan Blachowicz. 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 Olympic Hall Juan Antonio Samaranch (Sarajevo, Bosnia) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:30 in the 2 round
Jan Blachowicz shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Chael Sonnen is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Blachowicz into his guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster tries to move on the ground and shows Jan Blachowicz a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
The American Gangster uses his forearms to block the impact!
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in closed guard... The American Gangster tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Jan Blachowicz!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen was tooling Jan Blachowicz for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Jan Blachowicz lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Jan Blachowicz tries to roll to his side and trap Chael Sonnen in his guard...
Chael Sonnen keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
The American Gangster leans back...
He clobbers Jan Blachowicz's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to stand up!
The American Gangster doesn't allow him!
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Chael Sonnen is in full mount over Jan Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Chael Sonnen 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
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Olympic Hall Juan Antonio Samaranch (Sarajevo, Bosnia) are cheering for the fighters.
Chael Sonnen attempts a sweep single...
Chael Sonnen catches Jan Blachowicz's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The American Gangster.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Chael Sonnen uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Jan Blachowicz is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Jan Blachowicz in his guard...
Jan Blachowicz rolls him over and takes his back!
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
The American Gangster has Blachowicz controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Blachowicz is unable to move under The American Gangster control.
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
Jan Blachowicz slides his arm under Chael Sonnen's chin and locks in a rear naked choke!
Chael Sonnen pushes up and slides Jan Blachowicz's arm over his chin.
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Blachowicz's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Blachowicz tries to cover his face,
Blachowicz's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Blachowicz is in rear mount over The American Gangster
The American Gangster is taking this opportunity to rest.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 3
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Chael Sonnen tries to bring the fight to the ground
Blachowicz goes down.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Blachowicz's being punished here!
The clock says 0:30 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz measures the resilience of The American Gangster's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in The American Gangster's side.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Deep breaths from Jan Blachowicz who tries a hammer punch to The American Gangster's ribs.
That hit The American Gangster who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Chael Sonnen uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The clock says 1:00 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen was tooling Jan Blachowicz for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Jan Blachowicz lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
The American Gangster doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Blachowicz clumsily fails here and it's time for Chael Sonnen to fight back!
The American Gangster throws a few hammer fists to the face of Jan Blachowicz
Blocked by Blachowicz.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz throws up a triangle attempt!
Chael Sonnen postures up and breaks the triangle.
The American Gangster tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Chael Sonnen hovers above Blachowicz
Good punches to Blachowicz's body.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster delivers a few accurate elbows!
Blachowicz is being hit hard and trys to escape! He has to give his back!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to move on the ground and shows Chael Sonnen a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Blachowicz's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
The American Gangster is in rear mount over Blachowicz
Blachowicz has The American Gangster controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills Blachowicz manages to escape from that position and climb to his feet along The American Gangster
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The American Gangster moves backwards and Jan Blachowicz is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Jan Blachowicz is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and launches himself over Chael Sonnen
Great move by Blachowicz who pushes his opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
The fighters are clinching.
Jan Blachowicz tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Chael Sonnen
Blachowicz fails to take The American Gangster down and both man are still clinching
The fighters are clinching.
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches towards Blachowicz's ribs while holds him in a double overhooks!
Blachowicz seems unaffected... those punches doesn't carry any power!
John McCarthy separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Blachowicz moves backwards and Chael Sonnen is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Jan Blachowicz is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 3:20 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Blachowicz is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen pushes Jan Blachowicz against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Jan Blachowicz struggles not allowing Chael Sonnen improve his position.
The American Gangster clumsily fails here and it's time for Jan Blachowicz to fight back!
Blachowicz measures the resilience of The American Gangster's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in The American Gangster's side.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to close his guard around The American Gangster
He is not able to do it
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
The American Gangster moves on the ground
Chael Sonnen moves to side mount
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz attempts to trap Chael Sonnen in his guard.
Chael Sonnen keeps control and remains in side mount.
Chael Sonnen is in side mount over Jan Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to show some ground skills
Jan Blachowicz put The American Gangster in half guard.
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Blachowicz misses a step and Chael Sonnen sees an opportunity to counter him!
Chael Sonnen tries to open Blachowicz's guard...
Blachowicz breaks the lock and covers himself from The American Gangster's punches
Chael Sonnen is in half guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz tries to close the guard.
Blachowicz put Chael Sonnen in closed guard.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Jan Blachowicz is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Jan Blachowicz in his guard...
Chael Sonnen gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 4
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Chael Sonnen attempts a sweep single...
Jan Blachowicz was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Chael Sonnen tries to bring the fight to the ground
Blachowicz goes down.
Hard blow to Blachowicz's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Chael Sonnen tries to pass to half guard...
Jan Blachowicz's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Chael Sonnen is in open guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz tries to close his guard around The American Gangster
He succeeds!
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Blachowicz is taking this opportunity to rest.
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The American Gangster tries to cover his face,
The American Gangster's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 1:40 in the 4 round
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
Jan Blachowicz launches a few punches to The American Gangster's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because The American Gangster tries to cover his face,
Chael Sonnen is in closed guard over Blachowicz
The American Gangster is in closed guard... Blachowicz tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Chael Sonnen!
Jan Blachowicz is in full mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen tries to roll to his side and trap Jan Blachowicz in his guard...
Chael Sonnen moves to half guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen attempts to move to full guard
Jan Blachowicz keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling The American Gangster from the side mount!
Jan Blachowicz is in side mount over Chael Sonnen
The American Gangster tries to show some ground skills
Blachowicz uses his strength to keep Blachowicz at a disadvantage
The American Gangster clumsily fails here and it's time for Jan Blachowicz to fight back!
Jan Blachowicz aggressively and repeatedly punches The American Gangster.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Jan Blachowicz is in side mount over Chael Sonnen
The American Gangster tries to move on the ground and shows Jan Blachowicz a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! The American Gangster's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! John McCarthy knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Jan Blachowicz is in side mount over Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen 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
Jan Blachowicz 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
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The American Gangster is holding Jan Blachowicz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Jan Blachowicz shows great balance while pushing away Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The two exchange wildly
both landing but without much steam behind the shots.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Blachowicz showing excellent timing, blasts Chael Sonnen with a right hand.
Great hook by Jan Blachowicz! Chael Sonnen is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
Blachowicz is standing while The American Gangster is on the ground on his back
The American Gangster tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
The American Gangster climbs to his feet and is standing now.
The clock says 4:00 in the 4 round
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The American Gangster is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The American Gangster looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Jan Blachowicz's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
Chael Sonnen fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Blachowicz blocks that. It was easy!
The American Gangster misses a step and Jan Blachowicz sees an opportunity to counter him!
Jan Blachowicz leans forwards and tries to grapple with The American Gangster
Blachowicz shows his clinching skills. Both fighters are clinching now.
Jan Blachowicz tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Blachowicz circles out and slips free of Chael Sonnen's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Jan Blachowicz is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Jan Blachowicz goes with a looping right hand while Chael Sonnen jumps back and jabs
The American Gangster seems staggered and Jan Blachowicz runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
The American Gangster launches a stiff jab!
Blachowicz ducks that one.
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
The American Gangster is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Jan Blachowicz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz goes with a looping right hand while Chael Sonnen jumps back and jabs
The American Gangster seems staggered and Jan Blachowicz runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Chael Sonnen and Blachowicz engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
The clock says 1:40 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz swings...
hard impact to The American Gangster's face!
The American Gangster's Left cheek is beginning to swell
The American Gangster has a small cut in his Left cheek
The clock says 1:50 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz attempts a sweep single...
Jan Blachowicz catches Chael Sonnen's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Blachowicz.
The American Gangster ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in closed guard... The American Gangster tries to roll on the ground!
Jan Blachowicz uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 2:05 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster measures the resilience of Blachowicz's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Blachowicz's side.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in closed guard... The American Gangster tries to roll on the ground!
Jan Blachowicz uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Blachowicz tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Blachowicz tries to open up Chael Sonnen's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching The American Gangster in the side of the head
There is a small laceration on Chael Sonnen's Forehead
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster is moving on the ground...
Blachowicz tries to counter The American Gangster's moves on the ground.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to escape from the closed guard
Blachowicz succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Jan Blachowicz tries to pass to half guard...
Chael Sonnen's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Jan Blachowicz is in closed guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz tries to escape from closed guard...
Blachowicz struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The American Gangster measures the resilience of Blachowicz's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Blachowicz's side.
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster doesn't stop bleeding.
Jan Blachowicz isolates Chael Sonnen's left arm looking for an armbar...
Chael Sonnen manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Jan Blachowicz lost his dominant position.
The American Gangster is trying to counter now!
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Blachowicz's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Blachowicz tries to cover his face,
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
The American Gangster steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Chael Sonnen continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Chael Sonnen launches a few punches to Blachowicz's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Blachowicz tries to cover his face,
Jan Blachowicz is in half guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen attempts to move to full guard
Chael Sonnen manages to switch to full guard.
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Chael Sonnen is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
The American Gangster works on the ground with his fingers over Blachowicz's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
John McCarthy didn't see the foul!
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! The American Gangster's being punished here!
The clock says 3:55 in the 5 round
Jan Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster
Blachowicz is in open guard over The American Gangster... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The American Gangster rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
John McCarthy halts the fight to stand up Jan Blachowicz. 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 Olympic Hall Juan Antonio Samaranch (Sarajevo, Bosnia) are cheering for the fighters.
Chael Sonnen continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Chael Sonnen fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
A solid combination from Jan Blachowicz
connects with The American Gangster.
The American Gangster and Blachowicz circle around the center of the cage.
Chael Sonnen's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Blachowicz looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Chael Sonnen's punches
Blachowicz is on the receiving end of a great combo by The American Gangster.
Jan Blachowicz attempts to cut off The American Gangster with punches
The American Gangster avoids getting cornered.
Blachowicz misses a step and Chael Sonnen sees an opportunity to counter him!
The American Gangster launches a hook to the body
Jan Blachowicz moves aside looking for a counter...
John McCarthy separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Chael Sonnen.
Winner is Chael Sonnen by Split decision
Statistics: Jan Blachowicz
Punches 23/38 (61%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/3 (67%)
GnP strikes 23/31 (74%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 862 s
Statistics: Chael Sonnen
Punches 9/17 (53%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/7 (14%)
Takedowns 6/8 (75%)
GnP strikes 36/59 (61%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 871 s
Oooo, close fight. Sonnen was doing well early, then he slowly let Jan back into the fight. By the end, things were definitely in Jan's favour. But Chael did enough early to take this.
