Post by The Sandman on May 10, 2023 20:53:08 GMT -5
Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Robbie Lawler
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez enters the cage and this place seems about to burst! He may be sure the fans are with him today.
Khabib Nurmagomedov glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Robbie Lawler doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Khabibagomedov is the fighter that will win today if we pay attention to the bets.
Khabib Nurmagomedov comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
Robbie Lawler comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Mike Beltran.
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to finish with a leg lock!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is able to break the lock.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Mike Beltran halts the fight to stand up Khabib Nurmagomedov. 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 0:45 in the 1 round
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez launches a stiff jab!
Khabibagomedov ducks that one.
Tremendous strikes from Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez!
Some big punches are landing!
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Robbie Lawler fakes a move and moves laterally.
Nice punches from Robbie Lawler.
Khabibagomedov staggers backwards. Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Khabibagomedov cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Khabib Nurmagomedov paws at Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez answers with solid punches!
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Khabibagomedov leads with a punch
Robbie Lawler evades but whiffs with a counter.
Robbie Lawler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabibagomedov moves forward looking for some action
Khabib Nurmagomedov shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Robbie Lawler tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Khabibagomedov is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez takes a break to breathe while holding Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Mike Beltran sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Robbie Lawler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Khabibagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
That hit Khabibagomedov who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is moving on the ground...
Khabibagomedov tries to counter Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's moves on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabibagomedov tries to escape from the full mount...
Robbie Lawler is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Robbie Lawler tries to better his position on the ground...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground...
Khabibagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Robbie Lawler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabibagomedov measures the resilience of Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabibagomedov struggles and frees his leg!
Robbie Lawler is in half guard over Khabibagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez pulls his arm out of danger.
Robbie Lawler is in half guard over Khabibagomedov
Robbie Lawler tries to free his leg...
Khabibagomedov rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Mike Beltran 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Robbie Lawler tries a hook to the body
and hits Khabibagomedov's ribs hard
Robbie Lawler throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Robbie Lawler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Khabibagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Robbie Lawler's guard...
Robbie Lawler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez launches a few weak punches
Khabibagomedov blocks them effectively.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass Robbie Lawler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov passes momentarily but Robbie Lawler regains full guard.
Mike Beltran separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Khabibagomedov decides to launch some tentative punches
Robbie Lawler takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Robbie Lawler goes with a looping right hand while Khabib Nurmagomedov jumps back and jabs
Khabibagomedov seems staggered and Robbie Lawler runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Khabibagomedov's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Khabibagomedov looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Robbie Lawler's punches
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is on the receiving end of a great combo by Khabibagomedov.
Khabibagomedov fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Robbie Lawler didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
Khabibagomedov blocks those punches
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov throws a few hammer fists to the face of Robbie Lawler
Blocked by Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass to half guard...
Robbie Lawler can't prevent his opponent from passing. Khabibagomedov looks to work from half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez breaths deeply while on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler is cooling the fight on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov hooks Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Robbie Lawler manages to kick Khabibagomedov away and scrambles on top!
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez launches a hook to the body
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves aside looking for a counter...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
A solid combination from Khabib Nurmagomedov
mostly hits air.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Robbie Lawler tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Robbie Lawler who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Robbie Lawler is grappling and launching some wild punches...
Not the best move against Khabib Nurmagomedov who tries to take adventage of his opponent's mistakes.
Khabibagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big mistake from Robbie Lawler! Khabibagomedov tries to finish him off with a RNC!
Khabibagomedov is unable to lock that and Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez breaks the lock
Khabibagomedov doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Robbie Lawler embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Khabibagomedov who put distance between them
Khabibagomedov looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Robbie Lawler's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
The clock says 2:40 in the 2 round
Khabibagomedov fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Robbie Lawler didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Mike Beltran halts the fight to stand up Khabib Nurmagomedov. 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.
Khabibagomedov wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Khabibagomedov moves forward and holds Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Khabib Nurmagomedov embrace and tries to move away...
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Robbie Lawler tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Khabibagomedov is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Khabib Nurmagomedov locks up a guillotine with an arm in...
Robbie Lawler brings Khabib Nurmagomedov down to the ground and pulls his head out.
Robbie Lawler is in closed guard over Khabibagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is in closed guard... Khabibagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Robbie Lawler!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Robbie Lawler creates enough space to control Khabib Nurmagomedov's leg.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler attempts to move to full guard
Robbie Lawler manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:55 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov launches a barrage of elbows over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face!
Robbie Lawler blocks the elbows and tries to cool down the fight.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is trying to counter now!
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
That hit Khabibagomedov who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to better his position on the ground...
Khabibagomedov breaks the closed guard of Robbie Lawler and moves to half guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Robbie Lawler manages to switch to full guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to close his guard around Khabibagomedov
He succeeds!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Robbie Lawler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Robbie Lawler controls the situation despite Khabib Nurmagomedov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Robbie Lawler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Mike Beltran separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
The round is for Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 3
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to bring the fight to the ground
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez goes down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to open Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Khabib Nurmagomedov. Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is unable to cover himself now!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face with those brutal elbows! Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
There is a small laceration on Robbie Lawler's Right cheek
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler 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 Khabibagomedov's moves.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov leans back...
He clobbers Robbie Lawler's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes Robbie Lawler against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Robbie Lawler struggles not allowing Khabib Nurmagomedov improve his position.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to move on the ground and shows Khabib Nurmagomedov a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mike Beltran knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to close his guard around Khabibagomedov
He succeeds!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler 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 Khabibagomedov's moves.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Khabibagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to posture up and open Robbie Lawler's guard...
Robbie Lawler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Mike Beltran halts the fight to stand up Robbie Lawler. 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 2:30 in the 3 round
Solid jabs from Robbie Lawler.
Nice punches.
Robbie Lawler jabs at Khabibagomedov
to no visible effect.
Khabibagomedov is trying to counter now!
Khabibagomedov launches a flurry of punches
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez slips out of danger.
Khabibagomedov moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Robbie Lawler checks the kick.
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass to half guard...
Robbie Lawler can't prevent his opponent from passing. Khabibagomedov looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov tries to free his leg...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov tries to open up Robbie Lawler's defense faking a few punches.
Robbie Lawler wraps his arms around Khabibagomedov's arms and counters the punches.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves to better his position on the ground...
Khabib Nurmagomedov wraps his arms around his opponents' and tries to switch positions
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov launches a few punches to Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to cover his face,
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Robbie Lawler throws a flurry of punches at Khabibagomedov...
Khabibagomedov is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez misses a step and Khabib Nurmagomedov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Khabibagomedov measures the resilience of Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Robbie Lawler looks to mount Khabib Nurmagomedov...
Robbie Lawler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabibagomedov struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Robbie Lawler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves to half guard.
Robbie Lawler is in half guard over Khabibagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Robbie Lawler tries to free his leg
Robbie Lawler uses some of his skill by jumping out of Khabibagomedov's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
The clock says 4:55 in the 3 round
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to move to full mount!
Khabibagomedov won't allow him to take this position easily.
Mike Beltran separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
You have to give that round to Robbie Lawler.
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Round 4
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As the fight continues it seems that Khabib Nurmagomedov is taking the best of the fight.
Khabibagomedov is holding Robbie Lawler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Robbie Lawler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov storms over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Khabibagomedov doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face with his elbows!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov leans back...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez eyes him warily.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov works on the ground with his fingers over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov fires a barrage of punches at Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's head!
This is bad! Khabibagomedov is just pounding on Robbie Lawler's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to stand up!
Khabibagomedov doesn't allow him!
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to mount Robbie Lawler...
Robbie Lawler takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Mike Beltran 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Khabibagomedov is holding Robbie Lawler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Robbie Lawler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
Khabibagomedov blocks those punches
Robbie Lawler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabibagomedov leans back...
He clobbers Robbie Lawler's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler is cooling the fight on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to pass to mount...
Khabibagomedov slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Robbie Lawler.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Khabib Nurmagomedov work his BJJ game.
Khabib Nurmagomedov aggressively and repeatedly punches Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez has a small cut in his Right eye
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov tries to open up Robbie Lawler's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez in the side of the head
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's Forehead is beginning to swell
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to better his position on the ground...
Khabibagomedov is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabib Nurmagomedov controls the situation despite Robbie Lawler efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez struggles to free himself
You can see the pain reflected in Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's eyes...
That armbar from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Khabibagomedov is locking that armbar...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabib Nurmagomedov controls the situation despite Robbie Lawler efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov launches a barrage of elbows over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez doesn't fight back!
The ref pulls off Khabib Nurmagomedov! Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez seems confused and a bit dazed as the bell sounds the bout over.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's Forehead is beginning to swell
Winner is Khabib Nurmagomedov by TKO (Elbows) at 3:19 Round 4
Statistics: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Punches 6/16 (38%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 9/9 (100%)
GnP strikes 34/64 (53%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 738 s
Statistics: Robbie Lawler
Punches 25/38 (66%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/5 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/12 (17%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 738 s
Lawler started pretty strong, but Khabib grinded on him to take over and get the win.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez enters the cage and this place seems about to burst! He may be sure the fans are with him today.
Khabib Nurmagomedov glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Robbie Lawler doesn't look concerned about anything his opponent brings to the table.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
Khabibagomedov is the fighter that will win today if we pay attention to the bets.
Khabib Nurmagomedov comes with a 3 fight winning streak.
Robbie Lawler comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Mike Beltran.
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to finish with a leg lock!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is able to break the lock.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Mike Beltran halts the fight to stand up Khabib Nurmagomedov. 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 0:45 in the 1 round
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez launches a stiff jab!
Khabibagomedov ducks that one.
Tremendous strikes from Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez!
Some big punches are landing!
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Robbie Lawler fakes a move and moves laterally.
Nice punches from Robbie Lawler.
Khabibagomedov staggers backwards. Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez wants to finish this and continues launching bombs!
Khabibagomedov cornermen are yelling for his man to escape from the ground as Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez can finish a fight on the ground with some good pounding if you give him the chance.
Khabib Nurmagomedov paws at Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez answers with solid punches!
The clock says 1:45 in the 1 round
Khabibagomedov leads with a punch
Robbie Lawler evades but whiffs with a counter.
Robbie Lawler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabibagomedov moves forward looking for some action
Khabib Nurmagomedov shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
The fighters are clinching.
Robbie Lawler tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Khabibagomedov is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez takes a break to breathe while holding Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Mike Beltran sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Robbie Lawler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Khabibagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
That hit Khabibagomedov who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is moving on the ground...
Khabibagomedov tries to counter Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's moves on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabibagomedov tries to escape from the full mount...
Robbie Lawler is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Robbie Lawler tries to better his position on the ground...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll on the ground...
Khabibagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Robbie Lawler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabibagomedov measures the resilience of Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabibagomedov struggles and frees his leg!
Robbie Lawler is in half guard over Khabibagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez pulls his arm out of danger.
Robbie Lawler is in half guard over Khabibagomedov
Robbie Lawler tries to free his leg...
Khabibagomedov rolls on the ground and moves to side mount! Awesome maneuver!
Mike Beltran 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
Robbie Lawler tries a hook to the body
and hits Khabibagomedov's ribs hard
Robbie Lawler throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov attempts a sweep single...
Khabib Nurmagomedov catches Robbie Lawler's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Khabibagomedov.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov is looking to pass Robbie Lawler's guard...
Robbie Lawler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez launches a few weak punches
Khabibagomedov blocks them effectively.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass Robbie Lawler's guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov passes momentarily but Robbie Lawler regains full guard.
Mike Beltran separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I don't think either fighter got the better of their opponent that round.
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Round 2
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The clock says 0:10 in the 2 round
Khabibagomedov decides to launch some tentative punches
Robbie Lawler takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
Robbie Lawler goes with a looping right hand while Khabib Nurmagomedov jumps back and jabs
Khabibagomedov seems staggered and Robbie Lawler runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Khabibagomedov's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Khabibagomedov looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Robbie Lawler's punches
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is on the receiving end of a great combo by Khabibagomedov.
Khabibagomedov fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Robbie Lawler didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
Khabibagomedov blocks those punches
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov throws a few hammer fists to the face of Robbie Lawler
Blocked by Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass to half guard...
Robbie Lawler can't prevent his opponent from passing. Khabibagomedov looks to work from half guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez breaths deeply while on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler is cooling the fight on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov hooks Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Robbie Lawler manages to kick Khabibagomedov away and scrambles on top!
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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 2:05 in the 2 round
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez launches a hook to the body
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves aside looking for a counter...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
A solid combination from Khabib Nurmagomedov
mostly hits air.
The clock says 2:15 in the 2 round
Robbie Lawler tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Robbie Lawler who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
The fighters are clinching.
Robbie Lawler is grappling and launching some wild punches...
Not the best move against Khabib Nurmagomedov who tries to take adventage of his opponent's mistakes.
Khabibagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Big mistake from Robbie Lawler! Khabibagomedov tries to finish him off with a RNC!
Khabibagomedov is unable to lock that and Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez breaks the lock
Khabibagomedov doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Robbie Lawler embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Khabibagomedov who put distance between them
Khabibagomedov looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Robbie Lawler's punches
Both fighters are wildly hitting the air!
The clock says 2:40 in the 2 round
Khabibagomedov fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Robbie Lawler didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Mike Beltran halts the fight to stand up Khabib Nurmagomedov. 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.
Khabibagomedov wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Khabibagomedov moves forward and holds Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Khabib Nurmagomedov embrace and tries to move away...
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Robbie Lawler tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Khabibagomedov is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez clumsily fails here and it's time for Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight back!
Khabib Nurmagomedov locks up a guillotine with an arm in...
Robbie Lawler brings Khabib Nurmagomedov down to the ground and pulls his head out.
Robbie Lawler is in closed guard over Khabibagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is in closed guard... Khabibagomedov tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Robbie Lawler!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Robbie Lawler creates enough space to control Khabib Nurmagomedov's leg.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler attempts to move to full guard
Robbie Lawler manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:55 in the 2 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov launches a barrage of elbows over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face!
Robbie Lawler blocks the elbows and tries to cool down the fight.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is trying to counter now!
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
That hit Khabibagomedov who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to better his position on the ground...
Khabibagomedov breaks the closed guard of Robbie Lawler and moves to half guard
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Robbie Lawler manages to switch to full guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to close his guard around Khabibagomedov
He succeeds!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Robbie Lawler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Robbie Lawler controls the situation despite Khabib Nurmagomedov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Robbie Lawler keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Mike Beltran separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
The round is for Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez, who walks calmly to his corner.
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Round 3
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These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to bring the fight to the ground
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez goes down.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to open Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Khabib Nurmagomedov. Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is unable to cover himself now!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov throws down elbows...
He's tearing up Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face with those brutal elbows! Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez needs to do something! The referee is threatening to stop it!
There is a small laceration on Robbie Lawler's Right cheek
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler 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 Khabibagomedov's moves.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov leans back...
He clobbers Robbie Lawler's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 1:15 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov pushes Robbie Lawler against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Robbie Lawler struggles not allowing Khabib Nurmagomedov improve his position.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to move on the ground and shows Khabib Nurmagomedov a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Mike Beltran knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to close his guard around Khabibagomedov
He succeeds!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Robbie Lawler 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 Khabibagomedov's moves.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Khabib Nurmagomedov uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Khabibagomedov tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to posture up and open Robbie Lawler's guard...
Robbie Lawler has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in closed guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov is in closed guard... Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov!
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Mike Beltran halts the fight to stand up Robbie Lawler. 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 2:30 in the 3 round
Solid jabs from Robbie Lawler.
Nice punches.
Robbie Lawler jabs at Khabibagomedov
to no visible effect.
Khabibagomedov is trying to counter now!
Khabibagomedov launches a flurry of punches
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez slips out of danger.
Khabibagomedov moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Robbie Lawler checks the kick.
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in open guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to pass to half guard...
Robbie Lawler can't prevent his opponent from passing. Khabibagomedov looks to work from half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 3 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov tries to free his leg...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabibagomedov tries to open up Robbie Lawler's defense faking a few punches.
Robbie Lawler wraps his arms around Khabibagomedov's arms and counters the punches.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in half guard over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves to better his position on the ground...
Khabib Nurmagomedov wraps his arms around his opponents' and tries to switch positions
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Khabib Nurmagomedov launches a few punches to Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to cover his face,
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Robbie Lawler throws a flurry of punches at Khabibagomedov...
Khabibagomedov is defending himself well. None of them connect.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez misses a step and Khabib Nurmagomedov sees an opportunity to counter him!
Khabibagomedov measures the resilience of Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Robbie Lawler looks to mount Khabib Nurmagomedov...
Robbie Lawler slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Robbie Lawler is in full mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabibagomedov struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Robbie Lawler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to roll to his side and trap Robbie Lawler in his guard...
Khabib Nurmagomedov moves to half guard.
Robbie Lawler is in half guard over Khabibagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Robbie Lawler tries to free his leg
Robbie Lawler uses some of his skill by jumping out of Khabibagomedov's guard. He moves quickly to side mount!
The clock says 4:55 in the 3 round
Robbie Lawler is in side mount over Khabib Nurmagomedov
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to move to full mount!
Khabibagomedov won't allow him to take this position easily.
Mike Beltran separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
You have to give that round to Robbie Lawler.
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Round 4
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As the fight continues it seems that Khabib Nurmagomedov is taking the best of the fight.
Khabibagomedov is holding Robbie Lawler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Robbie Lawler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov storms over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez with a biblical punishment in the form of elbows!
Khabibagomedov doesn't stop and viciously hits again and again Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face with his elbows!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov leans back...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez eyes him warily.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler attempts to trap Khabib Nurmagomedov in his guard.
Khabib Nurmagomedov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov works on the ground with his fingers over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov fires a barrage of punches at Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's head!
This is bad! Khabibagomedov is just pounding on Robbie Lawler's head like he's a training dummy! The referee looks on anxiously!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez tries to stand up!
Khabibagomedov doesn't allow him!
The clock says 1:20 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to mount Robbie Lawler...
Robbie Lawler takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Mike Beltran 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 SkyDome (Toronto, Ontario) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 1:30 in the 4 round
Khabibagomedov is holding Robbie Lawler's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Robbie Lawler loses balance and goes to the ground.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Deep breaths from Robbie Lawler who tries a hammer punch to Khabibagomedov's ribs.
Khabibagomedov blocks those punches
Robbie Lawler gets sloppy and Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to take advantage...
Khabibagomedov leans back...
He clobbers Robbie Lawler's face with a huge punch! Ouch!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Robbie Lawler is cooling the fight on the ground
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in side mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov looks to pass to mount...
Khabibagomedov slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Robbie Lawler.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
The fans are in for a real treat now. It's always fun to watch Khabib Nurmagomedov work his BJJ game.
Khabib Nurmagomedov aggressively and repeatedly punches Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez has a small cut in his Right eye
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov tries to open up Robbie Lawler's defense faking a few punches.
He is aggressively and repeatedly punching Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez in the side of the head
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's Forehead is beginning to swell
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to better his position on the ground...
Khabibagomedov is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabib Nurmagomedov controls the situation despite Robbie Lawler efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabib Nurmagomedov tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez struggles to free himself
You can see the pain reflected in Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's eyes...
That armbar from Khabib Nurmagomedov appears to be unbreakable
Khabibagomedov is locking that armbar...
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 3:00 in the 4 round
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Khabib Nurmagomedov controls the situation despite Robbie Lawler efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is in full mount over Robbie Lawler
Khabibagomedov launches a barrage of elbows over Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's face!
Those elbows may finish the fight soon if Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez doesn't fight back!
The ref pulls off Khabib Nurmagomedov! Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez seems confused and a bit dazed as the bell sounds the bout over.
Bobby "The Robbie" Rodriquez's Forehead is beginning to swell
Winner is Khabib Nurmagomedov by TKO (Elbows) at 3:19 Round 4
Statistics: Khabib Nurmagomedov
Punches 6/16 (38%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/1 (0%)
Takedowns 9/9 (100%)
GnP strikes 34/64 (53%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 738 s
Statistics: Robbie Lawler
Punches 25/38 (66%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/5 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 2/12 (17%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 738 s
Lawler started pretty strong, but Khabib grinded on him to take over and get the win.
