Post by The Sandman on Mar 10, 2021 23:50:57 GMT -5
Alexander Volkanovski looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Aljamain Sterling looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Alexander Volkanovski and Aljamain Sterling touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The Vulcan avoids a dangerous strike from The DQ Champ
and counters with a solid straight!
Shovel hook by Alexander Volkanovski
tags The DQ Champ.
The DQ Champ's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Volkanovski throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of The DQ Champ.
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Right cheek
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkanovski jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The DQ Champ misses a step and Alexander Volkanovski sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Vulcan jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Alexander Volkanovski pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Alexander Volkanovski pushes away The DQ Champ trying to keep the fight at striking range
The DQ Champ doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Alexander Volkanovski
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The DQ Champ looks to be in very good shape.
Aljamain Sterling pushes away The Vulcan trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Vulcan doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Aljamain Sterling
The fighters are clinching.
Aljamain Sterling tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Alexander Volkanovski
The DQ Champ fails to take The Vulcan down and both man are still clinching
The Vulcan doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Aljamain Sterling embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from The Vulcan who put distance between them
Bone shattering straight left hand from Aljamain Sterling!
The Vulcan ducks under...
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The Vulcan is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Alexander Volkanovski!
The DQ Champ is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
A punch from Aljamain Sterling
gets blocked by The Vulcan.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Alexander Volkanovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Not a desiderable position that The DQ Champ is in now. Alexander Volkanovski is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The Vulcan steps backwards away from Aljamain Sterling. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Alexander Volkanovski. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Alexander Volkanovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Alexander Volkanovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
Aljamain Sterling attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Volkanovski was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on The DQ Champ's chin
The DQ Champ steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkanovski jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Aljamain Sterling takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
The Vulcan is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Alexander Volkanovski moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
The Vulcan looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Aljamain Sterling's punches
The Vulcan measures the resilience of The DQ Champ's chin with an uppercut while The DQ Champ lands some great crosses.
The Vulcan decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Volkanovski takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Body kick by Alexander Volkanovski...
is blocked.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Quick hook by Alexander Volkanovski
Good shot! The DQ Champ has reasons to be worried.
The two exchange wildly
The Vulcan is connecting with a few punches
Several good body shots
land on The DQ Champ.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Aljamain Sterling fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Body kick by Alexander Volkanovski...
just grazes his opponent.
The DQ Champ launches a flurry of punches
The Vulcan slips out of danger.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Alexander Volkanovski can end the fight with his ground and pound.
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The Vulcan is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Alexander Volkanovski just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The DQ Champ may be in trouble!
The DQ Champ's Forehead is beginning to swell
The DQ Champ launches a flurry of punches
The Vulcan slips out of danger.
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexander Volkanovski didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over The Vulcan
The Vulcan tries to close his guard around The DQ Champ
He succeeds!
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over The Vulcan
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... The Vulcan tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Alexander Volkanovski doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
The DQ Champ misses a step and Alexander Volkanovski sees an opportunity to counter him!
Good looking punches from Alexander Volkanovski on the ground
They could take their toll on The DQ Champ.
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to stand up!
The Vulcan doesn't allow him!
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski has seen better days.
Alexander Volkanovski tries to better his position on the ground...
The Vulcan is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkanovski in his guard...
Alexander Volkanovski rolls him over and takes his back!
The Vulcan is in rear mount over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ has The Vulcan controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Vulcan is unable to move under The DQ Champ control.
The clock says 3:55 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Alexander Volkanovski aggressively and repeatedly punches The DQ Champ.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The Vulcan tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in half guard over The DQ Champ
The Vulcan positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! The DQ Champ's being punished here!
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Right cheek
Alexander Volkanovski is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Alexander Volkanovski tries to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Alexander Volkanovski manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
The Vulcan tries to launch a few punches to Aljamain Sterling
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting The DQ Champ's defense
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to The DQ Champ's face!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The Vulcan is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Alexander Volkanovski and The DQ Champ engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Volkanovski is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
A right hand from Alexander Volkanovski
makes The DQ Champ stumble back!
The Vulcan is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Quick hook by Alexander Volkanovski
Good shot! The DQ Champ has reasons to be worried.
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Right eye
The Vulcan is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Nice punch by Alexander Volkanovski
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
The DQ Champ's Right cheek is beginning to swell
The DQ Champ launches a kick
but Alexander Volkanovski avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Aljamain Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Volkanovski sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Volkanovski to fight back!
The Vulcan moves forward looking for some action
He surprises The DQ Champ with a double overhooks!
Aljamain Sterling attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Volkanovski was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Aljamain Sterling is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Alexander Volkanovski just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The DQ Champ may be in trouble!
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Nose
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
The DQ Champ studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Volkanovski takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Some nice shots from Alexander Volkanovski
that stun The DQ Champ.
The DQ Champ has a small cut in his Nose
Alexander Volkanovski throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
A right hand from Alexander Volkanovski
surprises The DQ Champ!
Nice punch by Alexander Volkanovski
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Volkanovski goes with a looping right hand while Aljamain Sterling jumps back and jabs
The DQ Champ seems staggered and Alexander Volkanovski runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Chin
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Alexander Volkanovski pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan struggles and launches a few punches to The DQ Champ's head
Those punches are hitting! The DQ Champ covers his head!
Aljamain Sterling tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
The Vulcan is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Volkanovski slightly pushes The DQ Champ into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The Vulcan pushes Aljamain Sterling and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Aljamain Sterling is a bloody mess!
Brilliant combination from Alexander Volkanovski
that forces The DQ Champ to try and defend better.
The DQ Champ's Mouth is beginning to swell
Alexander Volkanovski was tooling Aljamain Sterling for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Aljamain Sterling lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Aljamain Sterling takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Alexander Volkanovski. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The Vulcan moves backwards and Aljamain Sterling is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Alexander Volkanovski takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Alexander Volkanovski.
The cutman is working on The DQ Champ's face.
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Round 4
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You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Alexander Volkanovski moves forward and launches a low kick.
Hard blow to The DQ Champ's right thigh
The DQ Champ hyper-extended his leg
The Vulcan showing excellent timing, blasts Aljamain Sterling with a right hand.
Great hook by Alexander Volkanovski! Aljamain Sterling is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
The Vulcan is standing while The DQ Champ is on the ground on his back
Alexander Volkanovski steps back and allows The DQ Champ to get back to his feet.
Aljamain Sterling is on his feet again.
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The Vulcan launches a hook to the body
Bang! The DQ Champ stops that one with his ribs!
Alexander Volkanovski is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Volkanovski moves forward looking for some grappling action
The Vulcan has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The DQ Champ doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Alexander Volkanovski embrace and tries to move away...
Alexander Volkanovski pushes The DQ Champ forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The Vulcan tries to take Aljamain Sterling down... The DQ Champ stumbles backwards and Alexander Volkanovski launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard The DQ Champ's jaw!
The DQ Champ doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Alexander Volkanovski embrace and tries to move away...
Alexander Volkanovski pushes The DQ Champ forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
The Vulcan takes a break to breathe while holding Aljamain Sterling.
Dan Miragliotta sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan is holding Aljamain Sterling's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Aljamain Sterling loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski has seen better days.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan tries to open up Aljamain Sterling's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching The DQ Champ in the side of the head
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexander Volkanovski looks to mount Aljamain Sterling...
Alexander Volkanovski slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkanovski in his guard...
Alexander Volkanovski rolls him over and takes his back!
The Vulcan is in rear mount over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The DQ Champ has The Vulcan controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Vulcan is unable to move under The DQ Champ control.
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Alexander Volkanovski hovers above The DQ Champ
Good punches to The DQ Champ's body.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The Vulcan is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Volkanovski uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The DQ Champ misses a step and Alexander Volkanovski sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alexander Volkanovski hovers above The DQ Champ
Good punches to The DQ Champ's body.
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexander Volkanovski tries to better his position on the ground...
The Vulcan breaks the closed guard of Aljamain Sterling and moves to half guard
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Alexander Volkanovski looks to pass to mount...
The Vulcan slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Aljamain Sterling.
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Volkanovski throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
That's more than The DQ Champ can stand! His arm is outstretched and he taps before getting an injury.
Winner is Alexander Volkanovski by Submission (Armbar) at 3:16 Round 4
Statistics: Alexander Volkanovski
Punches 44/53 (83%)
Kicks 2/3 (67%)
Clinch strikes 3/6 (50%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 22/25 (88%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 246 s
Statistics: Aljamain Sterling
Punches 2/18 (11%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/7 (14%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 258 s
Sterling had no health for a lot of this fight. So either Volkanovski has no finishing power/skill, or Sterling has decent KO resistence. Either way, that was the noteworthy thing for this fight, yo.
Aljamain Sterling looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Dan Miragliotta.
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Round 1
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Alexander Volkanovski and Aljamain Sterling touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The Vulcan avoids a dangerous strike from The DQ Champ
and counters with a solid straight!
Shovel hook by Alexander Volkanovski
tags The DQ Champ.
The DQ Champ's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Alexander Volkanovski throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of The DQ Champ.
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Right cheek
The clock says 0:40 in the 1 round
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkanovski jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The DQ Champ misses a step and Alexander Volkanovski sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Vulcan jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Alexander Volkanovski pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Alexander Volkanovski pushes away The DQ Champ trying to keep the fight at striking range
The DQ Champ doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Alexander Volkanovski
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The DQ Champ looks to be in very good shape.
Aljamain Sterling pushes away The Vulcan trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Vulcan doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Aljamain Sterling
The fighters are clinching.
Aljamain Sterling tries a Foot Sweep takedown on Alexander Volkanovski
The DQ Champ fails to take The Vulcan down and both man are still clinching
The Vulcan doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Aljamain Sterling embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from The Vulcan who put distance between them
Bone shattering straight left hand from Aljamain Sterling!
The Vulcan ducks under...
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The Vulcan is one of those men capable of pounding you into oblivion!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Alexander Volkanovski!
The DQ Champ is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
A punch from Aljamain Sterling
gets blocked by The Vulcan.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Alexander Volkanovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Not a desiderable position that The DQ Champ is in now. Alexander Volkanovski is well knowed for his strong and relentless GnP.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The Vulcan steps backwards away from Aljamain Sterling. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Alexander Volkanovski. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 3:20 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Alexander Volkanovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:30 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Alexander Volkanovski is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
Aljamain Sterling attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Volkanovski was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on The DQ Champ's chin
The DQ Champ steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alexander Volkanovski jumps backwards and frees his leg.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Aljamain Sterling takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
The Vulcan is the winner of this round.
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Round 2
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Alexander Volkanovski moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
The Vulcan looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Aljamain Sterling's punches
The Vulcan measures the resilience of The DQ Champ's chin with an uppercut while The DQ Champ lands some great crosses.
The Vulcan decides to launch some tentative punches
Alexander Volkanovski takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Body kick by Alexander Volkanovski...
is blocked.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Quick hook by Alexander Volkanovski
Good shot! The DQ Champ has reasons to be worried.
The two exchange wildly
The Vulcan is connecting with a few punches
Several good body shots
land on The DQ Champ.
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Aljamain Sterling fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Body kick by Alexander Volkanovski...
just grazes his opponent.
The DQ Champ launches a flurry of punches
The Vulcan slips out of danger.
You can hear the excitement from the crowd. Alexander Volkanovski can end the fight with his ground and pound.
The Vulcan and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The Vulcan is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Alexander Volkanovski just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The DQ Champ may be in trouble!
The DQ Champ's Forehead is beginning to swell
The DQ Champ launches a flurry of punches
The Vulcan slips out of danger.
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alexander Volkanovski didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over The Vulcan
The Vulcan tries to close his guard around The DQ Champ
He succeeds!
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over The Vulcan
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... The Vulcan tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Alexander Volkanovski doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
The DQ Champ misses a step and Alexander Volkanovski sees an opportunity to counter him!
Good looking punches from Alexander Volkanovski on the ground
They could take their toll on The DQ Champ.
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to stand up!
The Vulcan doesn't allow him!
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski has seen better days.
Alexander Volkanovski tries to better his position on the ground...
The Vulcan is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkanovski in his guard...
Alexander Volkanovski rolls him over and takes his back!
The Vulcan is in rear mount over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ has The Vulcan controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Vulcan is unable to move under The DQ Champ control.
The clock says 3:55 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Alexander Volkanovski aggressively and repeatedly punches The DQ Champ.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The Vulcan tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexander Volkanovski fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in half guard over The DQ Champ
The Vulcan positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! The DQ Champ's being punished here!
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Right cheek
Alexander Volkanovski is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Alexander Volkanovski tries to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Alexander Volkanovski manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski is cooling the fight on the ground
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
The Vulcan tries to launch a few punches to Aljamain Sterling
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting The DQ Champ's defense
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to The DQ Champ's face!
Dan Miragliotta tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The Vulcan is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Alexander Volkanovski and The DQ Champ engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Alexander Volkanovski is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
A right hand from Alexander Volkanovski
makes The DQ Champ stumble back!
The Vulcan is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Quick hook by Alexander Volkanovski
Good shot! The DQ Champ has reasons to be worried.
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Right eye
The Vulcan is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Nice punch by Alexander Volkanovski
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
The DQ Champ's Right cheek is beginning to swell
The DQ Champ launches a kick
but Alexander Volkanovski avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Aljamain Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown!
Alexander Volkanovski sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Alexander Volkanovski to fight back!
The Vulcan moves forward looking for some action
He surprises The DQ Champ with a double overhooks!
Aljamain Sterling attempts a sweep single...
Alexander Volkanovski was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Aljamain Sterling is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Alexander Volkanovski just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The DQ Champ may be in trouble!
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Nose
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
The DQ Champ studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Volkanovski takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Some nice shots from Alexander Volkanovski
that stun The DQ Champ.
The DQ Champ has a small cut in his Nose
Alexander Volkanovski throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
A right hand from Alexander Volkanovski
surprises The DQ Champ!
Nice punch by Alexander Volkanovski
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Volkanovski goes with a looping right hand while Aljamain Sterling jumps back and jabs
The DQ Champ seems staggered and Alexander Volkanovski runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
There is a small laceration on Aljamain Sterling's Chin
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Alexander Volkanovski pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
The fighters are clinching.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan struggles and launches a few punches to The DQ Champ's head
Those punches are hitting! The DQ Champ covers his head!
Aljamain Sterling tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
The Vulcan is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Volkanovski slightly pushes The DQ Champ into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The Vulcan pushes Aljamain Sterling and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Aljamain Sterling is a bloody mess!
Brilliant combination from Alexander Volkanovski
that forces The DQ Champ to try and defend better.
The DQ Champ's Mouth is beginning to swell
Alexander Volkanovski was tooling Aljamain Sterling for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Aljamain Sterling lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Aljamain Sterling takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Alexander Volkanovski. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The Vulcan moves backwards and Aljamain Sterling is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Alexander Volkanovski takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Dan Miragliotta separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Alexander Volkanovski.
The cutman is working on The DQ Champ's face.
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Round 4
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You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Alexander Volkanovski moves forward and launches a low kick.
Hard blow to The DQ Champ's right thigh
The DQ Champ hyper-extended his leg
The Vulcan showing excellent timing, blasts Aljamain Sterling with a right hand.
Great hook by Alexander Volkanovski! Aljamain Sterling is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
The Vulcan is standing while The DQ Champ is on the ground on his back
Alexander Volkanovski steps back and allows The DQ Champ to get back to his feet.
Aljamain Sterling is on his feet again.
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The Vulcan launches a hook to the body
Bang! The DQ Champ stops that one with his ribs!
Alexander Volkanovski is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Alexander Volkanovski moves forward looking for some grappling action
The Vulcan has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
The DQ Champ doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Alexander Volkanovski embrace and tries to move away...
Alexander Volkanovski pushes The DQ Champ forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The Vulcan tries to take Aljamain Sterling down... The DQ Champ stumbles backwards and Alexander Volkanovski launches a few punches...
One swing hits hard The DQ Champ's jaw!
The DQ Champ doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Alexander Volkanovski embrace and tries to move away...
Alexander Volkanovski pushes The DQ Champ forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
The fighters are clinching.
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
The Vulcan takes a break to breathe while holding Aljamain Sterling.
Dan Miragliotta sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan is holding Aljamain Sterling's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Aljamain Sterling loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Alexander Volkanovski has seen better days.
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
The Vulcan tries to open up Aljamain Sterling's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching The DQ Champ in the side of the head
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexander Volkanovski looks to mount Aljamain Sterling...
Alexander Volkanovski slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Alexander Volkanovski in his guard...
Alexander Volkanovski rolls him over and takes his back!
The Vulcan is in rear mount over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The DQ Champ has The Vulcan controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Vulcan is unable to move under The DQ Champ control.
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Alexander Volkanovski hovers above The DQ Champ
Good punches to The DQ Champ's body.
The clock says 2:40 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The Vulcan is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Alexander Volkanovski uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The DQ Champ misses a step and Alexander Volkanovski sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alexander Volkanovski hovers above The DQ Champ
Good punches to The DQ Champ's body.
The clock says 2:50 in the 4 round
Alexander Volkanovski is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexander Volkanovski tries to better his position on the ground...
The Vulcan breaks the closed guard of Aljamain Sterling and moves to half guard
Alexander Volkanovski is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Alexander Volkanovski looks to pass to mount...
The Vulcan slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Aljamain Sterling.
Alexander Volkanovski is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
You can see The DQ Champ's blood making stains in the mat.
Alexander Volkanovski throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
That's more than The DQ Champ can stand! His arm is outstretched and he taps before getting an injury.
Winner is Alexander Volkanovski by Submission (Armbar) at 3:16 Round 4
Statistics: Alexander Volkanovski
Punches 44/53 (83%)
Kicks 2/3 (67%)
Clinch strikes 3/6 (50%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 22/25 (88%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 246 s
Statistics: Aljamain Sterling
Punches 2/18 (11%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/7 (14%)
GnP strikes 0/0 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 258 s
Sterling had no health for a lot of this fight. So either Volkanovski has no finishing power/skill, or Sterling has decent KO resistence. Either way, that was the noteworthy thing for this fight, yo.
