Post by The Sandman on Aug 10, 2022 0:05:29 GMT -5
Benson Henderson glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Eddie Alvarez is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
Benson Henderson has fight Eddie Alvarez 1 times. He has won 1 of them.
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
Benson Henderson comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Keith Peterson.
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Round 1
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Benson Henderson and Eddie Alvarez touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez is taking this opportunity to rest.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Alvarez misses a step and Benson Henderson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Eddie Alvarez sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Alvarez covers himself well
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benderson tries to get a side mount...
Alvarez wraps his leg around Benson Henderson leg and prevents him from moving.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to free his leg...
Benson Henderson uses some of his skill by jumping out of Alvarez's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to roll to his side and trap Benson Henderson in his guard...
Benson Henderson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson isolates Eddie Alvarez's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Eddie Alvarez is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Benderson misses a step and Eddie Alvarez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alvarez launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Benderson's ribs.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Keith Peterson halts the fight to stand up Benson Henderson. 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 Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Benson Henderson and Alvarez engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to show some ground skills
Benderson uses his strength to keep Benderson at a disadvantage
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez attempts to trap Benson Henderson in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez manages to switch to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to close the guard.
Alvarez put Benson Henderson in closed guard.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson passes momentarily but Eddie Alvarez regains full guard.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Benson Henderson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alvarez misses a step and Benson Henderson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Benson Henderson is looking to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Eddie Alvarez has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Alvarez catch Benson Henderson's right arm and tries a kimura
Benson Henderson holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Keith Peterson stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alvarez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson moves on the ground
Benderson cannot take advantage in the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Benson Henderson fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Alvarez's chin
Alvarez's Chin is beginning to swell
Benderson moves backwards and Eddie Alvarez is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Benson Henderson and Alvarez engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Alvarez and Benderson circle around the center of the cage.
Eddie Alvarez shoots for a double leg takedown!
Benson Henderson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Benson Henderson attempts a sweep single...
Benson Henderson catches Eddie Alvarez's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Benderson.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson is looking to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to free his leg
Benson Henderson uses some of his skill by jumping out of Alvarez's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez is cooling the fight on the ground
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Eddie Alvarez takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson passes momentarily but Eddie Alvarez regains half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez attempts to move to full guard
Eddie Alvarez manages to switch to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass to half guard...
Eddie Alvarez's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Benson Henderson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Keith Peterson has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Nice punches from Benson Henderson.
Alvarez staggers backwards. Benderson wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Benson Henderson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson attempts a sweep single...
Benson Henderson catches Eddie Alvarez's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Benderson.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Alvarez is moving on the ground...
Benderson tries to counter Alvarez's moves on the ground.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Benson Henderson is looking to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to pass to mount...
Benderson slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Eddie Alvarez.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Eddie Alvarez's arm and tries an armbar!
Alvarez hold his own hand and breaks Benderson's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Benson Henderson.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Eddie Alvarez looks to mount Benson Henderson...
Eddie Alvarez slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Alvarez suddenly holds Benson Henderson's arm and tries an armbar!
Benderson can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Eddie Alvarez!
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson tries to escape from closed guard...
Benderson struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benderson is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Alvarez's ribs.
Alvarez is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Keith Peterson tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Benson Henderson.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Shovel hook by Eddie Alvarez
goes nowhere.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Nice punch by Eddie Alvarez
that nearly tags Benderson.
Alvarez misses a step and Benson Henderson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Benson Henderson tries to bring the fight to the ground
Alvarez goes down.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He is not able to do it
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass to half guard...
Eddie Alvarez's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Alvarez steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Eddie Alvarez throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Benderson breaks the lock showing some skills...
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Benderson tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Eddie Alvarez is in half guard over Benderson
Eddie Alvarez is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Eddie Alvarez is in half guard over Benderson
Eddie Alvarez tries to free his leg...
Benderson rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson is taking this opportunity to rest.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez is taking this opportunity to rest.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to better his position on the ground...
Benderson is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Alvarez is in closed guard... Benderson tries to roll on the ground!
Eddie Alvarez uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Benderson has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Low kick by Benson Henderson to maintain his distance.
That hits Eddie Alvarez's ankle
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Punishing hold!
Alvarez is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Alvarez is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to roll to his side and trap Benson Henderson in his guard...
Eddie Alvarez gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson isolates Eddie Alvarez's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Eddie Alvarez is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Benderson misses a step and Eddie Alvarez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Eddie Alvarez shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Eddie Alvarez breaks that americana attempt!
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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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to show some ground skills
Benderson uses his strength to keep Benderson at a disadvantage
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Benderson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez attempts to trap Benson Henderson in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez manages to switch to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Benson Henderson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Eddie Alvarez tries to better his position on the ground...
Alvarez is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Benderson tries to escape from the full mount...
Eddie Alvarez is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Benderson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Eddie Alvarez's punches
Benderson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Alvarez.
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Eddie Alvarez jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Poorly executed technique. Eddie Alvarez looks to counter!
Alvarez moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Benderson with a double overhooks!
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alvarez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He is not able to do it
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He succeeds!
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson struggles on the ground and tries to break Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Alvarez doesn't want to free his opponent and Benderson continues in closed guard
Benderson clumsily fails here and it's time for Eddie Alvarez to fight back!
Alvarez attempts a triangle from bottom! Benson Henderson slips out. Alvarez quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Benson Henderson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Keith Peterson halts the fight to stand up Benson Henderson. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Several good body shots
land on Benderson.
Nice punch by Eddie Alvarez
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Alvarez pushes Benson Henderson and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Benderson and Alvarez circle around the center of the cage.
Benson Henderson shoots for a double leg takedown!
Eddie Alvarez sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Benson Henderson shoots for a double leg takedown!
Eddie Alvarez sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Eddie Alvarez fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alvarez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He succeeds!
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
Keith Peterson separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Benderson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alvarez sprawls and remains on his feet.
Poorly executed technique. Eddie Alvarez looks to counter!
Alvarez wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Alvarez doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Benson Henderson embrace and tries to move away...
Benson Henderson pushes Alvarez forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Benderson and Alvarez are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Alvarez doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Benson Henderson embrace and tries to move away...
Benson Henderson pushes Alvarez forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Eddie Alvarez gets sloppy and Benson Henderson tries to take advantage...
Benson Henderson locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Eddie Alvarez slips his head out and ends up in Benson Henderson's guard.
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Alvarez is in closed guard... Benderson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Eddie Alvarez!
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to escape from the full mount...
Alvarez struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Benderson clumsily fails here and it's time for Eddie Alvarez to fight back!
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Eddie Alvarez shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Eddie Alvarez breaks that americana attempt!
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Benson Henderson controls the situation despite Eddie Alvarez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Nice beating Eddie Alvarez has received.
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benderson ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson passes momentarily but Eddie Alvarez sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson tries to jump to side mount.
Eddie Alvarez jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Alvarez is in closed guard... Benderson tries to roll on the ground!
Eddie Alvarez uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alvarez is trying to counter now!
Alvarez gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Benson Henderson! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Benson Henderson doesn't defend himself!
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Eddie Alvarez looks to posture up and open Benson Henderson's guard...
Eddie Alvarez forces Benson Henderson to open his guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in open guard over Benderson
Benderson is moving on the ground...
Alvarez tries to counter Benderson's moves on the ground.
Eddie Alvarez is in open guard over Benderson
Benderson tries to close his guard around Alvarez
He is not able to do it
Keith Peterson has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Alvarez and Benderson circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez shows great balance while pushing away Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson gets sloppy and Eddie Alvarez tries to take advantage...
Alvarez avoids a dangerous strike from Benderson
and counters with a solid straight!
Benderson is swinging for the fences!
Alvarez backpedals and creates space. Benson Henderson is asking him if he is going to fight!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Benson Henderson tries to bring the fight to the ground
Alvarez won't budge, forcing Benderson to pull guard.
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Eddie Alvarez tries to better his position on the ground...
Alvarez breaks the closed guard of Benson Henderson and moves to half guard
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benderson tries to show some ground skills
Alvarez uses his strength to keep Alvarez at a disadvantage
The clock says 4:20 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Alvarez positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Benderson's being punished here!
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benderson launches a few weak punches
Alvarez blocks them effectively.
Benderson misses a step and Eddie Alvarez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alvarez gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Benson Henderson! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Benson Henderson doesn't defend himself!
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Alvarez's moves.
Keith Peterson stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
Winner is Eddie Alvarez by Split decision
Statistics: Benson Henderson
Punches 9/16 (56%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 10/16 (62%)
GnP strikes 2/9 (22%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1048 s
Statistics: Eddie Alvarez
Punches 15/18 (83%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 35/55 (64%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1048 s
Mmm k.
Eddie Alvarez is calm in his corner. He looks convinced of his abilities.
Benson Henderson has fight Eddie Alvarez 1 times. He has won 1 of them.
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
Benson Henderson comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Keith Peterson.
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Round 1
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Benson Henderson and Eddie Alvarez touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez is taking this opportunity to rest.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Alvarez misses a step and Benson Henderson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Eddie Alvarez sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Alvarez covers himself well
The clock says 1:00 in the 1 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benderson tries to get a side mount...
Alvarez wraps his leg around Benson Henderson leg and prevents him from moving.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to free his leg...
Benson Henderson uses some of his skill by jumping out of Alvarez's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to roll to his side and trap Benson Henderson in his guard...
Benson Henderson keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson isolates Eddie Alvarez's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Eddie Alvarez is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Benderson misses a step and Eddie Alvarez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alvarez launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Benderson's ribs.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 2:20 in the 1 round
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Keith Peterson halts the fight to stand up Benson Henderson. 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 Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Benson Henderson and Alvarez engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to show some ground skills
Benderson uses his strength to keep Benderson at a disadvantage
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez attempts to trap Benson Henderson in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez manages to switch to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to close the guard.
Alvarez put Benson Henderson in closed guard.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson passes momentarily but Eddie Alvarez regains full guard.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Benson Henderson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alvarez misses a step and Benson Henderson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Benson Henderson is looking to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Eddie Alvarez has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Alvarez catch Benson Henderson's right arm and tries a kimura
Benson Henderson holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Keith Peterson stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alvarez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson moves on the ground
Benderson cannot take advantage in the ground
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Benson Henderson fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Alvarez's chin
Alvarez's Chin is beginning to swell
Benderson moves backwards and Eddie Alvarez is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Benson Henderson and Alvarez engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Alvarez and Benderson circle around the center of the cage.
Eddie Alvarez shoots for a double leg takedown!
Benson Henderson sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Benson Henderson attempts a sweep single...
Benson Henderson catches Eddie Alvarez's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Benderson.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson is looking to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to free his leg
Benson Henderson uses some of his skill by jumping out of Alvarez's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez is cooling the fight on the ground
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Eddie Alvarez takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson passes momentarily but Eddie Alvarez regains half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez attempts to move to full guard
Eddie Alvarez manages to switch to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass to half guard...
Eddie Alvarez's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Benson Henderson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Keith Peterson has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Nice punches from Benson Henderson.
Alvarez staggers backwards. Benderson wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Benson Henderson takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson attempts a sweep single...
Benson Henderson catches Eddie Alvarez's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Benderson.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Alvarez is moving on the ground...
Benderson tries to counter Alvarez's moves on the ground.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Benson Henderson is looking to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to pass to mount...
Benderson slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Eddie Alvarez.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Eddie Alvarez's arm and tries an armbar!
Alvarez hold his own hand and breaks Benderson's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Benson Henderson.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Eddie Alvarez looks to mount Benson Henderson...
Eddie Alvarez slides his knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Alvarez suddenly holds Benson Henderson's arm and tries an armbar!
Benderson can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Eddie Alvarez!
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson tries to escape from closed guard...
Benderson struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
The clock says 4:40 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benderson is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Alvarez's ribs.
Alvarez is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Keith Peterson tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
You have to give that round to Benson Henderson.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
Shovel hook by Eddie Alvarez
goes nowhere.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Nice punch by Eddie Alvarez
that nearly tags Benderson.
Alvarez misses a step and Benson Henderson sees an opportunity to counter him!
Benson Henderson tries to bring the fight to the ground
Alvarez goes down.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He is not able to do it
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass to half guard...
Eddie Alvarez's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Alvarez steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Eddie Alvarez throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Benderson breaks the lock showing some skills...
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Benderson tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Eddie Alvarez is in half guard over Benderson
Eddie Alvarez is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Eddie Alvarez is in half guard over Benderson
Eddie Alvarez tries to free his leg...
Benderson rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson is taking this opportunity to rest.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez is taking this opportunity to rest.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to better his position on the ground...
Benderson is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Alvarez is in closed guard... Benderson tries to roll on the ground!
Eddie Alvarez uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Benderson has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Low kick by Benson Henderson to maintain his distance.
That hits Eddie Alvarez's ankle
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson looks to mount Eddie Alvarez...
Benson Henderson slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Punishing hold!
Alvarez is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Alvarez is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 4:25 in the 3 round
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez tries to roll to his side and trap Benson Henderson in his guard...
Eddie Alvarez gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson isolates Eddie Alvarez's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Eddie Alvarez is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Benderson misses a step and Eddie Alvarez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Benson Henderson uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Eddie Alvarez shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Eddie Alvarez breaks that americana attempt!
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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The clock says 0:10 in the 4 round
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez loses balance and goes to the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to show some ground skills
Benderson uses his strength to keep Benderson at a disadvantage
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Benderson blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Benson Henderson is in side mount over Eddie Alvarez
Eddie Alvarez attempts to trap Benson Henderson in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez manages to switch to full guard.
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Benson Henderson uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Eddie Alvarez tries to better his position on the ground...
Alvarez is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Eddie Alvarez is in full mount over Benson Henderson
Benderson tries to escape from the full mount...
Eddie Alvarez is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
Benderson looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Eddie Alvarez's punches
Benderson is on the receiving end of a great combo by Alvarez.
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Eddie Alvarez jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Poorly executed technique. Eddie Alvarez looks to counter!
Alvarez moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Benderson with a double overhooks!
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alvarez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He is not able to do it
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He succeeds!
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson struggles on the ground and tries to break Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Alvarez doesn't want to free his opponent and Benderson continues in closed guard
Benderson clumsily fails here and it's time for Eddie Alvarez to fight back!
Alvarez attempts a triangle from bottom! Benson Henderson slips out. Alvarez quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Benson Henderson slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Keith Peterson halts the fight to stand up Benson Henderson. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Several good body shots
land on Benderson.
Nice punch by Eddie Alvarez
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
The clock says 3:40 in the 4 round
Alvarez pushes Benson Henderson and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Benderson and Alvarez circle around the center of the cage.
Benson Henderson shoots for a double leg takedown!
Eddie Alvarez sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Benson Henderson shoots for a double leg takedown!
Eddie Alvarez sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Eddie Alvarez fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Benson Henderson tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Alvarez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Alvarez tries to close his guard around Benderson
He succeeds!
Benson Henderson is in closed guard over Alvarez
Benderson is in closed guard... Alvarez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Benson Henderson!
Keith Peterson separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Benderson fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Alvarez sprawls and remains on his feet.
Poorly executed technique. Eddie Alvarez looks to counter!
Alvarez wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Alvarez doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Benson Henderson embrace and tries to move away...
Benson Henderson pushes Alvarez forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Benderson and Alvarez are at the same level nowadays... This match is very interesting because no one knows who will win.
Alvarez doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Benson Henderson embrace and tries to move away...
Benson Henderson pushes Alvarez forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Eddie Alvarez gets sloppy and Benson Henderson tries to take advantage...
Benson Henderson locks up a guillotine and tries to pull guard...
Eddie Alvarez slips his head out and ends up in Benson Henderson's guard.
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Alvarez is in closed guard... Benderson tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Eddie Alvarez!
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to escape from the full mount...
Alvarez struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Benderson clumsily fails here and it's time for Eddie Alvarez to fight back!
Eddie Alvarez launches a few punches to Benderson's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Benderson tries to cover his face,
The clock says 1:15 in the 5 round
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benson Henderson takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Eddie Alvarez shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Eddie Alvarez breaks that americana attempt!
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Benderson tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Benson Henderson controls the situation despite Eddie Alvarez efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Benson Henderson is in full mount over Eddie Alvarez
Alvarez tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Nice beating Eddie Alvarez has received.
Alvarez measures the resilience of Benderson's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Benderson's side.
Benderson ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Benson Henderson is in half guard over Alvarez
Benson Henderson tries to pass Eddie Alvarez's guard...
Benson Henderson passes momentarily but Eddie Alvarez sees and opening and traps him in full guard.
Benson Henderson is in open guard over Alvarez
Benderson tries to jump to side mount.
Eddie Alvarez jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Alvarez is in closed guard... Benderson tries to roll on the ground!
Eddie Alvarez uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Alvarez is trying to counter now!
Alvarez gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Benson Henderson! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Benson Henderson doesn't defend himself!
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
Eddie Alvarez looks to posture up and open Benson Henderson's guard...
Eddie Alvarez forces Benson Henderson to open his guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in open guard over Benderson
Benderson is moving on the ground...
Alvarez tries to counter Benderson's moves on the ground.
Eddie Alvarez is in open guard over Benderson
Benderson tries to close his guard around Alvarez
He is not able to do it
Keith Peterson has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Alvarez and Benderson circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:00 in the 5 round
Benderson is holding Eddie Alvarez's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Eddie Alvarez shows great balance while pushing away Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson gets sloppy and Eddie Alvarez tries to take advantage...
Alvarez avoids a dangerous strike from Benderson
and counters with a solid straight!
Benderson is swinging for the fences!
Alvarez backpedals and creates space. Benson Henderson is asking him if he is going to fight!
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Benson Henderson tries to bring the fight to the ground
Alvarez won't budge, forcing Benderson to pull guard.
Eddie Alvarez is in closed guard over Benderson
Eddie Alvarez tries to better his position on the ground...
Alvarez breaks the closed guard of Benson Henderson and moves to half guard
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benderson tries to show some ground skills
Alvarez uses his strength to keep Alvarez at a disadvantage
The clock says 4:20 in the 5 round
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson attempts to trap Eddie Alvarez in his guard.
Eddie Alvarez keeps control and remains in side mount.
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Alvarez positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Benderson's being punished here!
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benderson launches a few weak punches
Alvarez blocks them effectively.
Benderson misses a step and Eddie Alvarez sees an opportunity to counter him!
Alvarez gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Benson Henderson! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Benson Henderson doesn't defend himself!
Eddie Alvarez is in side mount over Benson Henderson
Benson Henderson doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Alvarez's moves.
Keith Peterson stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Ericsson Globe (Stockholm, Sweden) are cheering for the fighters.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
Winner is Eddie Alvarez by Split decision
Statistics: Benson Henderson
Punches 9/16 (56%)
Kicks 1/1 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 10/16 (62%)
GnP strikes 2/9 (22%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1048 s
Statistics: Eddie Alvarez
Punches 15/18 (83%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 0/1 (0%)
GnP strikes 35/55 (64%)
Submissions 4/4 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1048 s
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