Post by The Sandman on Jan 6, 2023 4:22:49 GMT -5
Rory MacDonald looks like he has been waiting for this fight forever.
Carlos Newton raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Rory MacDonald has fight Carlos Newton 1 times. He has won 1 of them.
Sir Issac is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
Carlos Newton comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Jason Herzog.
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Round 1
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The Red Rory and Sir Issac move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Sir Issac and The Red Rory circle around the center of the cage.
Carlos Newton tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Rory MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Carlos Newton gets sloppy and Rory MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Good leg kicks from Rory MacDonald.
Sir Issac winces a bit.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The Red Rory fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Carlos Newton didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to move to full mount
The Red Rory succeeds
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory goes for an armbar!
You can see the pain reflected in Sir Issac's eyes...
Sir Issac's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
That Armbar looks tight...
Carlos Newton breaks the lock and pushes away Rory MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Rory MacDonald. 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.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
The two exchange wildly
The Red Rory is connecting with a few punches
Carlos Newton attempts a sweep single...
Rory MacDonald was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Sir Issac pushes Rory MacDonald and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The Red Rory pushes Carlos Newton and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Rory MacDonald throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Sir Issac.
Rory MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Rory MacDonald catches Carlos Newton's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Red Rory.
Crushing shot to Sir Issac's body! He's holding his side
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac launches a few weak punches
The Red Rory blocks them effectively.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac attempts a triangle from bottom! Rory MacDonald slips out. Sir Issac quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rory MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
The Red Rory is trying to counter now!
Rory MacDonald decides to jump inside Sir Issac's guard.
Sir Issac fights back with his feet, forcing The Red Rory to try something else.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
The Red Rory tries to escape from the closed guard
The Red Rory succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Rory MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. 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.
A high kick from Carlos Newton
falls short of the mark.
Sir Issac steps backwards away from Rory MacDonald. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald loses balance and goes to the ground.
Carlos Newton is in side mount over Rory MacDonald
The Red Rory tries to show some ground skills
Sir Issac uses his strength to keep Sir Issac at a disadvantage
Carlos Newton is in side mount over Rory MacDonald
Sir Issac tries to move to full mount!
The Red Rory won't allow him to take this position easily.
Carlos Newton is in side mount over Rory MacDonald
Rory MacDonald attempts to trap Carlos Newton in his guard.
Rory MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
The Red Rory launches a few weak punches
Sir Issac blocks them effectively.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
The Red Rory tries to close his guard around Sir Issac
He succeeds!
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton is looking to pass Rory MacDonald's guard...
Rory MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
Jason Herzog separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Rory MacDonald.
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Round 2
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Bone shattering straight right hand from Rory MacDonald!
Sir Issac ducks under...
Rory MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Carlos Newton is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Red Rory into his guard.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
The Red Rory use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) is cheering him!
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton attempts to trap Rory MacDonald in his guard.
Rory MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
The Red Rory slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Carlos Newton.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Sir Issac misses a step and Rory MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
Rory MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
The Red Rory is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Carlos Newton tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Red Rory is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in open guard over The Red Rory... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Red Rory rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Carlos Newton shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rory MacDonald is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Sir Issac into his guard.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
The Red Rory leans and gets Carlos Newton's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton looks to posture up and open Rory MacDonald's guard...
Rory MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton tries to pass Rory MacDonald's guard...
Carlos Newton passes momentarily but Rory MacDonald regains full guard.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton is looking to pass Rory MacDonald's guard...
Rory MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
The Red Rory is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Rory MacDonald controls the situation despite Carlos Newton efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason Herzog 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.
Sir Issac grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The Red Rory struggles... Carlos Newton is unable to take him down
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Sir Issac ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton throws up a triangle attempt!
Rory MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to jump to side mount.
Carlos Newton closed his guard around Rory MacDonald.
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory breaths deeply while on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to mount Carlos Newton...
Rory MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Carlos Newton shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Carlos Newton breaks that americana attempt!
Sir Issac is trying to counter now!
Sir Issac tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Rory MacDonald doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory suddenly holds Carlos Newton's arm and tries an armbar!
Sir Issac can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Rory MacDonald!
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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Jason Herzog tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Sir Issac, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 3
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Sir Issac decides to launch some tentative punches
Rory MacDonald takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Rory MacDonald tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Sir Issac is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald was tooling Carlos Newton for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Carlos Newton lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Carlos Newton gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. The Red Rory spins out, but Carlos Newton was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
The Red Rory is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Back to the beginning! Rory MacDonald is standing now.
The Red Rory is standing while Sir Issac is on the ground on his back
Sir Issac tries to stand up!
The Red Rory doesn't allow him!
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Carlos Newton is on his feet again.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Rory MacDonald circles around Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Carlos Newton is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Red Rory into his guard.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald looks to posture up and open Carlos Newton's guard...
Rory MacDonald forces Carlos Newton to open his guard.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The Red Rory jumps and tries to free his leg! Sir Issac doesn't allow this but Rory MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Red Rory blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The Red Rory pulls his arm out of danger.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Sir Issac's ribs.
Sir Issac is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald pushes Sir Issac's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Red Rory who is in full mount! Sir Issac is in trouble now!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Rory MacDonald work his BJJ game.
Rory MacDonald tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Sir Issac is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald rolls him over and takes his back!
The Red Rory is in rear mount over Sir Issac
Sir Issac has The Red Rory controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Red Rory is unable to move under Sir Issac control.
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
Rory MacDonald slides his arm under Carlos Newton's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Carlos Newton pulls down on Rory MacDonald's hand and staves off danger
Jason Herzog 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The Red Rory is holding Carlos Newton's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Carlos Newton loses balance and goes to the ground.
Sir Issac Hyper-extended his left arm
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton attempts to trap Rory MacDonald in his guard.
Rory MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
Sir Issac creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The Red Rory gets a grip on his opponent
and barrels forward, spiking him on his head!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to mount Carlos Newton...
Rory MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The Red Rory goes for an armbar!
Carlos Newton breaks the lock and pushes away Rory MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Rory MacDonald. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Sir Issac fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rory MacDonald didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Hard blow to The Red Rory's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac tries to improve position.
The Red Rory adjusts and closes his guard.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Rory MacDonald.
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Round 4
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Carlos Newton is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:20 in the 4 round
Carlos Newton tries to bring the fight to the ground
The Red Rory won't budge, forcing Sir Issac to pull guard.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald tries to pass Carlos Newton's guard...
Rory MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald pushes Sir Issac's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Red Rory who is in full mount! Sir Issac is in trouble now!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Rory MacDonald controls the situation despite Carlos Newton efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton has seen better days.
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
The Red Rory is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory suddenly holds Carlos Newton's arm and tries an armbar!
Sir Issac can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Rory MacDonald!
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory catch Carlos Newton's left arm and tries a kimura
Carlos Newton holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason Herzog 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Carlos Newton attempts a sweep single...
Rory MacDonald was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
A bunch of leg kicks from Carlos Newton
are bothering his opponent.
The Red Rory hyper-extended his left leg
Rory MacDonald fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Carlos Newton
The clock says 3:15 in the 4 round
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Carlos Newton
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
A punch from Rory MacDonald
gets blocked by Sir Issac.
The Red Rory moves backwards and Carlos Newton is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
A solid combination from Rory MacDonald
connects with Sir Issac.
The Red Rory grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Rory MacDonald
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory works on the ground with his fingers over Sir Issac's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Jason Herzog didn't see the foul!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Nice beating Carlos Newton has received.
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Red Rory struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Red Rory struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Carlos Newton gets sloppy and Rory MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The Red Rory jumps and tries to free his leg! Sir Issac doesn't allow this but Rory MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Rory MacDonald pushes Sir Issac's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Red Rory who is in full mount! Sir Issac is in trouble now!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Rory MacDonald.
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Round 5
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Sir Issac is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Sir Issac grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The Red Rory struggles... Carlos Newton is unable to take him down
Rory MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Carlos Newton is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Red Rory into his guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Red Rory struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory breaths deeply while on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald launches a few punches to Sir Issac
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton sits up and gets an arm around The Red Rory's neck!
The Red Rory pushes Carlos Newton back to the ground.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) is cheering him!
The clock says 1:35 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
BJJ! That is what must be passing through The Red Rory's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Sir Issac
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Rory MacDonald controls the situation despite Carlos Newton efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
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.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Carlos Newton shoots for a double leg takedown!
Rory MacDonald sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. The Red Rory spins out, but Carlos Newton was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
The Red Rory is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
The Red Rory decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Sir Issac's guard.
Sir Issac did not see that coming! Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac now.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac attempts a triangle from bottom! Rory MacDonald slips out. Sir Issac quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rory MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:20 in the 5 round
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory works on the ground with his fingers over Sir Issac's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Jason Herzog didn't see the foul!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton throws up a triangle attempt!
Rory MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is getting frustrated here.
The clock says 4:25 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac attempts a triangle from bottom! Rory MacDonald slips out. Sir Issac quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rory MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Sir Issac misses a step and Rory MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Red Rory opts to jump inside Sir Issac's guard.
Sir Issac didn't see that coming. Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac now.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Sir Issac from the side mount!
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton attempts to trap Rory MacDonald in his guard.
Rory MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
The round is for The Red Rory, who walks calmly to his corner.
Winner is Rory MacDonald by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Rory MacDonald
Punches 8/12 (67%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 5/9 (56%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 989 s
Statistics: Carlos Newton
Punches 0/4 (0%)
Kicks 3/4 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/14 (29%)
GnP strikes 0/3 (0%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1002 s
Damn. one of those battles where each guy had a hard time getting offence going because the others defence was so legit. Rory definitely did more though, bu neither was anywhere near harming the other in any way, shape, or form.
Carlos Newton raises his fists in his corner. He seems confident.
Rory MacDonald has fight Carlos Newton 1 times. He has won 1 of them.
Sir Issac is not prefered by the MMA media to win tonight. He will have to do his best to score a win.
Carlos Newton comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Jason Herzog.
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Round 1
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The Red Rory and Sir Issac move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Sir Issac and The Red Rory circle around the center of the cage.
Carlos Newton tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Rory MacDonald jumps backwards and frees his leg.
Carlos Newton gets sloppy and Rory MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Good leg kicks from Rory MacDonald.
Sir Issac winces a bit.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The Red Rory fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Carlos Newton didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to move to full mount
The Red Rory succeeds
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory goes for an armbar!
You can see the pain reflected in Sir Issac's eyes...
Sir Issac's arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
That Armbar looks tight...
Carlos Newton breaks the lock and pushes away Rory MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Rory MacDonald. 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.
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
The two exchange wildly
The Red Rory is connecting with a few punches
Carlos Newton attempts a sweep single...
Rory MacDonald was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Sir Issac pushes Rory MacDonald and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The Red Rory pushes Carlos Newton and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Rory MacDonald throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Sir Issac.
Rory MacDonald attempts a sweep single...
Rory MacDonald catches Carlos Newton's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by The Red Rory.
Crushing shot to Sir Issac's body! He's holding his side
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac launches a few weak punches
The Red Rory blocks them effectively.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac attempts a triangle from bottom! Rory MacDonald slips out. Sir Issac quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rory MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
The Red Rory is trying to counter now!
Rory MacDonald decides to jump inside Sir Issac's guard.
Sir Issac fights back with his feet, forcing The Red Rory to try something else.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
The Red Rory tries to escape from the closed guard
The Red Rory succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Rory MacDonald realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. 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.
A high kick from Carlos Newton
falls short of the mark.
Sir Issac steps backwards away from Rory MacDonald. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald loses balance and goes to the ground.
Carlos Newton is in side mount over Rory MacDonald
The Red Rory tries to show some ground skills
Sir Issac uses his strength to keep Sir Issac at a disadvantage
Carlos Newton is in side mount over Rory MacDonald
Sir Issac tries to move to full mount!
The Red Rory won't allow him to take this position easily.
Carlos Newton is in side mount over Rory MacDonald
Rory MacDonald attempts to trap Carlos Newton in his guard.
Rory MacDonald manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
The Red Rory launches a few weak punches
Sir Issac blocks them effectively.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
The Red Rory tries to close his guard around Sir Issac
He succeeds!
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton is looking to pass Rory MacDonald's guard...
Rory MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
Jason Herzog separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Rory MacDonald.
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Round 2
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Bone shattering straight right hand from Rory MacDonald!
Sir Issac ducks under...
Rory MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Carlos Newton is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Red Rory into his guard.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
The Red Rory use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) is cheering him!
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton attempts to trap Rory MacDonald in his guard.
Rory MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:05 in the 2 round
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
The Red Rory slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Carlos Newton.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Sir Issac misses a step and Rory MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
Rory MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
The Red Rory is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Carlos Newton tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Red Rory is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in open guard over The Red Rory... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The Red Rory rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Carlos Newton shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Rory MacDonald is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Sir Issac into his guard.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
The Red Rory leans and gets Carlos Newton's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton looks to posture up and open Rory MacDonald's guard...
Rory MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton tries to pass Rory MacDonald's guard...
Carlos Newton passes momentarily but Rory MacDonald regains full guard.
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Carlos Newton is looking to pass Rory MacDonald's guard...
Rory MacDonald has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
The Red Rory is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Rory MacDonald controls the situation despite Carlos Newton efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason Herzog 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.
Sir Issac grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The Red Rory struggles... Carlos Newton is unable to take him down
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Sir Issac ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 4:05 in the 2 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton throws up a triangle attempt!
Rory MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to jump to side mount.
Carlos Newton closed his guard around Rory MacDonald.
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory breaths deeply while on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to mount Carlos Newton...
Rory MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Carlos Newton shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Carlos Newton breaks that americana attempt!
Sir Issac is trying to counter now!
Sir Issac tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Rory MacDonald doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory suddenly holds Carlos Newton's arm and tries an armbar!
Sir Issac can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Rory MacDonald!
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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Jason Herzog tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
The round is for Sir Issac, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 3
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Sir Issac decides to launch some tentative punches
Rory MacDonald takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:20 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Rory MacDonald tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Sir Issac is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald was tooling Carlos Newton for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Carlos Newton lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Carlos Newton gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. The Red Rory spins out, but Carlos Newton was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
The Red Rory is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Back to the beginning! Rory MacDonald is standing now.
The Red Rory is standing while Sir Issac is on the ground on his back
Sir Issac tries to stand up!
The Red Rory doesn't allow him!
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Carlos Newton is on his feet again.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Rory MacDonald circles around Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Carlos Newton is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Red Rory into his guard.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is in closed guard... Sir Issac tries to roll on the ground!
Rory MacDonald uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald looks to posture up and open Carlos Newton's guard...
Rory MacDonald forces Carlos Newton to open his guard.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The Red Rory jumps and tries to free his leg! Sir Issac doesn't allow this but Rory MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
The clock says 2:00 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The Red Rory blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The Red Rory pulls his arm out of danger.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Sir Issac's ribs.
Sir Issac is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald pushes Sir Issac's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Red Rory who is in full mount! Sir Issac is in trouble now!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Rory MacDonald work his BJJ game.
Rory MacDonald tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Sir Issac is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald rolls him over and takes his back!
The Red Rory is in rear mount over Sir Issac
Sir Issac has The Red Rory controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
The Red Rory is unable to move under Sir Issac control.
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
Rory MacDonald slides his arm under Carlos Newton's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Carlos Newton pulls down on Rory MacDonald's hand and staves off danger
Jason Herzog 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The Red Rory is holding Carlos Newton's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Carlos Newton loses balance and goes to the ground.
Sir Issac Hyper-extended his left arm
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton attempts to trap Rory MacDonald in his guard.
Rory MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to pass to mount...
Sir Issac creates space and scrambles back to his feet.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The Red Rory gets a grip on his opponent
and barrels forward, spiking him on his head!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to free his leg...
He moves to side mount!
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald looks to mount Carlos Newton...
Rory MacDonald slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The Red Rory goes for an armbar!
Carlos Newton breaks the lock and pushes away Rory MacDonald, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Rory MacDonald. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Sir Issac fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rory MacDonald didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Hard blow to The Red Rory's mid-section, he seems hurt
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Carlos Newton is in open guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac tries to improve position.
The Red Rory adjusts and closes his guard.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Rory MacDonald.
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Round 4
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Carlos Newton is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:20 in the 4 round
Carlos Newton tries to bring the fight to the ground
The Red Rory won't budge, forcing Sir Issac to pull guard.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald tries to pass Carlos Newton's guard...
Rory MacDonald manages to get his leg free and moves to half guard.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald pushes Sir Issac's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Red Rory who is in full mount! Sir Issac is in trouble now!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Rory MacDonald controls the situation despite Carlos Newton efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton has seen better days.
Carlos Newton tries to roll on the ground...
The Red Rory knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald tries to better his position on the ground...
The Red Rory is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory suddenly holds Carlos Newton's arm and tries an armbar!
Sir Issac can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Rory MacDonald!
Carlos Newton is in closed guard over The Red Rory
Sir Issac is in closed guard... The Red Rory tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Carlos Newton!
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory catch Carlos Newton's left arm and tries a kimura
Carlos Newton holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Jason Herzog 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Carlos Newton attempts a sweep single...
Rory MacDonald was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
A bunch of leg kicks from Carlos Newton
are bothering his opponent.
The Red Rory hyper-extended his left leg
Rory MacDonald fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Carlos Newton
The clock says 3:15 in the 4 round
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Carlos Newton
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
A punch from Rory MacDonald
gets blocked by Sir Issac.
The Red Rory moves backwards and Carlos Newton is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
A solid combination from Rory MacDonald
connects with Sir Issac.
The Red Rory grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Rory MacDonald
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory works on the ground with his fingers over Sir Issac's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Jason Herzog didn't see the foul!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
The clock says 4:25 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Nice beating Carlos Newton has received.
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Red Rory struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Red Rory struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Carlos Newton gets sloppy and Rory MacDonald tries to take advantage...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The Red Rory jumps and tries to free his leg! Sir Issac doesn't allow this but Rory MacDonald is able to get half guard here.
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Rory MacDonald pushes Sir Issac's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by The Red Rory who is in full mount! Sir Issac is in trouble now!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Rory MacDonald.
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Round 5
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Sir Issac is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Sir Issac grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The Red Rory struggles... Carlos Newton is unable to take him down
Rory MacDonald shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Carlos Newton is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Red Rory into his guard.
The clock says 0:40 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Red Rory struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory breaths deeply while on the ground
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Rory MacDonald launches a few punches to Sir Issac
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton sits up and gets an arm around The Red Rory's neck!
The Red Rory pushes Carlos Newton back to the ground.
Rory MacDonald is in closed guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) is cheering him!
The clock says 1:35 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
BJJ! That is what must be passing through The Red Rory's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Sir Issac
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
The clock says 2:10 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
The Red Rory tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Rory MacDonald controls the situation despite Carlos Newton efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton tries to roll to his side and trap Rory MacDonald in his guard...
Rory MacDonald keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Rory MacDonald is in full mount over Carlos Newton
Sir Issac is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Rory MacDonald pushes Carlos Newton down and prevents his attempts to escape
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.
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Carlos Newton shoots for a double leg takedown!
Rory MacDonald sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. The Red Rory spins out, but Carlos Newton was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
The Red Rory is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Sir Issac clumsily fails here and it's time for Rory MacDonald to fight back!
The Red Rory decides to go after his opponent and jumps inside Sir Issac's guard.
Sir Issac did not see that coming! Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac now.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac attempts a triangle from bottom! Rory MacDonald slips out. Sir Issac quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rory MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Jason Herzog halts the fight to stand up Carlos Newton. 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 Ginásio Ibirapuera (São Paulo, Brazil) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:20 in the 5 round
Sir Issac is holding Rory MacDonald's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rory MacDonald shows great balance while pushing away Carlos Newton
Rory MacDonald tries to bring the fight to the ground
Sir Issac goes down.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory works on the ground with his fingers over Sir Issac's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Jason Herzog didn't see the foul!
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Carlos Newton throws up a triangle attempt!
Rory MacDonald postures up and breaks the triangle.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac tries to close his guard around The Red Rory
He is not able to do it
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory is getting frustrated here.
The clock says 4:25 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
Sir Issac attempts a triangle from bottom! Rory MacDonald slips out. Sir Issac quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rory MacDonald slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Sir Issac misses a step and Rory MacDonald sees an opportunity to counter him!
The Red Rory opts to jump inside Sir Issac's guard.
Sir Issac didn't see that coming. Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac now.
Rory MacDonald is in open guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
The clock says 4:45 in the 5 round
Rory MacDonald is in half guard over Sir Issac
The Red Rory tries to get a side mount...
He frees his leg and is now controlling Sir Issac from the side mount!
Rory MacDonald is in side mount over Carlos Newton
Carlos Newton attempts to trap Rory MacDonald in his guard.
Rory MacDonald keeps control and remains in side mount.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
The round is for The Red Rory, who walks calmly to his corner.
Winner is Rory MacDonald by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Rory MacDonald
Punches 8/12 (67%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 5/9 (56%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 989 s
Statistics: Carlos Newton
Punches 0/4 (0%)
Kicks 3/4 (75%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/14 (29%)
GnP strikes 0/3 (0%)
Submissions 15/15 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1002 s
Damn. one of those battles where each guy had a hard time getting offence going because the others defence was so legit. Rory definitely did more though, bu neither was anywhere near harming the other in any way, shape, or form.