Post by The Sandman on Feb 13, 2024 1:11:52 GMT -5
Grasso enters the cage and this place seems about to burst! She may be sure the fans are with her today.
Ferocious staredown by Smith while Herb Dean recites the rules.
Alexa Grasso glares at her opponent from the opposite corner.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
Alexa Grasso comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The two exchange wildly
Grasso is connecting with a few punches
Leslie Smith fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Grasso blocks that. It was easy!
Smith misses a step and Alexa Grasso sees an opportunity to counter her!
Alexa Grasso moves forward looking for some grappling action
Smith pushes her opponent and keep the fight at striking range
Bone shattering straight right hand from Leslie Smith!
Grasso is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Smith studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
A punch from Leslie Smith
grazes Grasso's left cheek.
Leslie Smith shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Alexa Grasso is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Smith into her guard.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over Grasso
Smith struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexa Grasso's guard...
Leslie Smith is in Grasso open guard now
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Leslie Smith is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Grasso breaths deeply while on the ground
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Grasso tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over Grasso
Smith tries to escape from the closed guard
Smith succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Smith tries to move to full mount
Smith succeeds
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Alexa Grasso
Grasso is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes Smith's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Grasso tries to open up Smith with a few strikes with her right elbow...
Smith blocks a few elbows and now Alexa Grasso will have to look for another option here.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Smith is doing a great job covering herself up.
Alexa Grasso gets sloppy and Leslie Smith tries to take advantage...
Leslie Smith attempts to move to full guard
Alexa Grasso keeps good control and remains in half guard.
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.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso catch Leslie Smith's right arm and tries a kimura
Leslie Smith holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Poorly executed technique. Leslie Smith looks to counter!
Smith launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Grasso's ribs.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexa Grasso controls the situation despite Leslie Smith efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith hold her own hand and breaks Grasso's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Alexa Grasso.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Alexa Grasso
Alexa Grasso attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Alexa Grasso manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in half guard over Grasso
Smith sits over her knees and pushes away Grasso's leg!
Grasso closes her legs around Leslie Smith's leg. Smith is not able to move away now!
Poorly executed technique. Alexa Grasso looks to counter!
Alexa Grasso doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Smith tries to stand up!
Grasso doesn't allow her!
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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 fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Grasso grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Smith struggles... Alexa Grasso is unable to take her down
Grasso grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Alexa Grasso
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso pushes Leslie Smith against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Grasso jumps and tries to free her leg! Smith doesn't allow this but Alexa Grasso is able to get half guard here.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso tries to pass Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso tries to launch a few punches to Leslie Smith
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting Smith's defense
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to pass to mount...
Smith creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
Alexa Grasso fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Smith's chin
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Alexa Grasso moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense.
Tremendous strikes from Grasso!
Some big punches are landing!
Smith's Chin is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Alexa Grasso tries a hook to the body
and hits Smith's ribs hard
Every time Leslie Smith attempts to get inside
Grasso fires a low kick.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Smith is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso launches a few punches to Smith
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
There is a small laceration on Leslie Smith's Forehead
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She succeeds!
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso tries to escape from closed guard...
Grasso struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso tries to pass Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Terrible one sided match... Smith was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexa Grasso caliber.
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Leslie Smith manages to switch to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Smith is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Smith leans and gets Alexa Grasso's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexa Grasso fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Grasso launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Smith is covering herself! Grasso tries to force the situation and Smith clumsily gives her back!
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith
Smith has Grasso controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills she transitions to a side mount.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Deep breaths from Leslie Smith who tries a hammer punch to Grasso's ribs.
Grasso blocks those punches
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Good movement from Smith
who is bobbing and weaving.
Leslie Smith takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Grasso fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Leslie Smith didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Grasso moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Grasso tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Smith from the side mount!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Terrible one sided match... Smith was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexa Grasso caliber.
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Leslie Smith shoulder and pushes her left arm againts the mat!
Leslie Smith breaks that americana attempt!
Smith is trying to counter now!
Smith tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Alexa Grasso doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Leslie Smith takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Alexa Grasso is measuring Smith with her jab.
Good accuracy on her part.
Smith's Mouth is beginning to swell
Alexa Grasso and Smith engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Leslie Smith is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to pass to mount...
Grasso slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Leslie Smith shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Leslie Smith breaks that americana attempt!
The clock says 0:55 in the 3 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Leslie Smith gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso catch Leslie Smith's left arm and tries a kimura
Leslie Smith holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Leslie Smith gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Alexa Grasso rolls her over and takes her back!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith
Smith has given her back to Alexa Grasso who is trying to get one hook in!
Alexa Grasso has one hook in!
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith with one hook in
Smith has to use some of her skills to escape safely from this position...
Leslie Smith uses her ground skills to free one of her legs while working on the ground.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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.
Smith steps backwards away from Alexa Grasso. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Alexa Grasso!
Smith ducks under...
Smith tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Smith throws a body kick.
Blocked by Grasso.
Leslie Smith fakes a punch and launches herself over Alexa Grasso
Great move by Smith who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Grasso doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Leslie Smith embrace and tries to move away...
Leslie Smith pushes Grasso forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexa Grasso tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Grasso circles out and slips free of Leslie Smith's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Grasso pushes Leslie Smith and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Leslie Smith fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Smith and Grasso circle around the center of the cage.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Alexa Grasso circles around Smith
Grasso throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
Alexa Grasso jabs at Smith
to no visible effect.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:55 in the 3 round
Leslie Smith closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Smith moves backwards and Alexa Grasso is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
Grasso and Smith circle around the center of the cage.
A punch from Leslie Smith
gets blocked by Grasso.
Grasso is trying to counter now!
Grasso fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Leslie Smith didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Smith ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, she jumps to side mount! The crowd in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) is cheering her!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Terrible one sided match... Smith was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexa Grasso caliber.
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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Grasso moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Smith with a double overhooks!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to pass to mount...
Grasso slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexa Grasso is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso aggressively and repeatedly punches Smith.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Smith has a small cut in her Right cheek
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith tries to escape from the full mount...
Smith struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso launches a few punches to Smith
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Smith has a small cut in her Forehead
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexa Grasso controls the situation despite Leslie Smith efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Punishing hold!
That armbar looks tight...
Smith is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith has seen better days.
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Smith tries to stand up!
Grasso doesn't allow her!
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Alexa Grasso keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Leslie Smith doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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.
Alexa Grasso goes with a looping right hand while Leslie Smith jumps back and jabs
Smith seems staggered and Alexa Grasso runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Smith and Grasso circle around the center of the cage.
Leslie Smith is a bloody mess!
Grasso pushes Leslie Smith and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Smith and Grasso circle around the center of the cage.
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 3:50 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Smith breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Alexa Grasso pushes Leslie Smith down and prevents her attempts to escape
Leslie Smith gets sloppy and Alexa Grasso tries to take advantage...
Grasso suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Alexa Grasso!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over Grasso
Smith tries to escape from the closed guard
Leslie Smith any adventage in the ground.
Grasso tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Alexa Grasso slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Leslie Smith cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
Smith looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexa Grasso's punches
Smith is on the receiving end of a great combo by Grasso.
There is a small laceration on Leslie Smith's Nose
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Alexa Grasso!
Smith is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Smith steps backwards away from Alexa Grasso. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was a close round.
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Round 5
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Leslie Smith is a bloody mess!
A solid combination from Alexa Grasso
connects with Smith.
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Grasso tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Leslie Smith tries to roll on the ground...
Grasso knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Smith misses a step and Alexa Grasso sees an opportunity to counter her!
Grasso tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexa Grasso controls the situation despite Leslie Smith efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Alexa Grasso rolls Leslie Smith to her stomach and takes her back!
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith
Smith has Grasso controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Grasso is unable to move under Smith control.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Leslie Smith is taking out her mouthpiece to breathe...
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Grasso throws a few hammer fists to the face of Leslie Smith
Solid shots!
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Leslie Smith gets sloppy and Alexa Grasso tries to take advantage...
Grasso struggles on the ground and tries to break Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso is in Smith open guard now
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Leslie Smith struggles to not give her opponent a chance to recover
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She is not able to do it
Herb Dean 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.
Leslie Smith goes with a looping right hand while Alexa Grasso jumps back and jabs
Smith seems staggered and Alexa Grasso runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Smith steps backwards away from Alexa Grasso. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:45 in the 5 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Leslie Smith manages to switch to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexa Grasso looks to posture up and open Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso forces Leslie Smith to open her guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She is not able to do it
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Leslie Smith is a bloody mess!
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She is not able to do it
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Leslie Smith gets sloppy and Alexa Grasso tries to take advantage...
Alexa Grasso looks to posture up and open Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso forces Leslie Smith to open her guard.
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Grasso is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Alexa Grasso tries to free her leg
Alexa Grasso uses some of her skill by jumping out of Smith's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Leslie Smith takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso pushes Leslie Smith against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Grasso jumps and tries to free her leg! Smith doesn't allow this but Alexa Grasso is able to get half guard here.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Alexa Grasso tries to free her leg
Alexa Grasso uses some of her skill by jumping out of Smith's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was a close round.
Winner is Alexa Grasso by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Leslie Smith
Punches 5/16 (31%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/4 (50%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 96,69
Time on the ground 909 s
Statistics: Alexa Grasso
Punches 26/39 (67%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/11 (91%)
GnP strikes 16/30 (53%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 797,6
Time on the ground 909 s
I see. Grasso sees. Smith doesn’t, and is upset with the decision.
Ferocious staredown by Smith while Herb Dean recites the rules.
Alexa Grasso glares at her opponent from the opposite corner.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising her fist after the match.
Alexa Grasso comes with a 2 fight winning streak.
The referee of the bout is Herb Dean.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
The two exchange wildly
Grasso is connecting with a few punches
Leslie Smith fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
Grasso blocks that. It was easy!
Smith misses a step and Alexa Grasso sees an opportunity to counter her!
Alexa Grasso moves forward looking for some grappling action
Smith pushes her opponent and keep the fight at striking range
Bone shattering straight right hand from Leslie Smith!
Grasso is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Smith studies her opponent looking for a hole in her defense.
A punch from Leslie Smith
grazes Grasso's left cheek.
Leslie Smith shoots for a double leg takedown!
She hits it! Alexa Grasso is taken off her feet, but she manages to pull Smith into her guard.
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over Grasso
Smith struggles on the ground and tries to break Alexa Grasso's guard...
Leslie Smith is in Grasso open guard now
The clock says 1:15 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Leslie Smith is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 1:20 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Grasso breaths deeply while on the ground
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Grasso tries to close her guard around Smith
She succeeds!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over Grasso
Smith tries to escape from the closed guard
Smith succeeds and she's now in open guard... she takes a second to breathe
Leslie Smith is in open guard over Grasso
Smith tries to move to full mount
Smith succeeds
Leslie Smith is in full mount over Alexa Grasso
Grasso is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
She pushes Smith's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
The clock says 2:10 in the 1 round
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Grasso tries to open up Smith with a few strikes with her right elbow...
Smith blocks a few elbows and now Alexa Grasso will have to look for another option here.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso throws a lot of punches
with little effect. Smith is doing a great job covering herself up.
Alexa Grasso gets sloppy and Leslie Smith tries to take advantage...
Leslie Smith attempts to move to full guard
Alexa Grasso keeps good control and remains in half guard.
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.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso catch Leslie Smith's right arm and tries a kimura
Leslie Smith holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Poorly executed technique. Leslie Smith looks to counter!
Smith launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Grasso's ribs.
The clock says 2:50 in the 1 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexa Grasso controls the situation despite Leslie Smith efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle she catches Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith hold her own hand and breaks Grasso's lock. She rolls over herself and launches over Alexa Grasso.
Leslie Smith is in side mount over Alexa Grasso
Alexa Grasso attempts to trap Leslie Smith in her guard.
Alexa Grasso manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 3:25 in the 1 round
Leslie Smith is in half guard over Grasso
Smith sits over her knees and pushes away Grasso's leg!
Grasso closes her legs around Leslie Smith's leg. Smith is not able to move away now!
Poorly executed technique. Alexa Grasso looks to counter!
Alexa Grasso doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Smith tries to stand up!
Grasso doesn't allow her!
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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 fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Grasso grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Smith struggles... Alexa Grasso is unable to take her down
Grasso grabs her opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Alexa Grasso
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso pushes Leslie Smith against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Grasso jumps and tries to free her leg! Smith doesn't allow this but Alexa Grasso is able to get half guard here.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso tries to pass Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso tries to launch a few punches to Leslie Smith
Little effect. A lot of them are hitting Smith's defense
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to pass to mount...
Smith creates space and scrambles back to her feet.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
Alexa Grasso fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on Smith's chin
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 2
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Alexa Grasso moves forward looking for a hole in her opponent's defense.
Tremendous strikes from Grasso!
Some big punches are landing!
Smith's Chin is bruised after the punishement she's received!
Alexa Grasso tries a hook to the body
and hits Smith's ribs hard
Every time Leslie Smith attempts to get inside
Grasso fires a low kick.
The clock says 0:45 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Smith is unable to remain on her feet and falls to the ground
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso launches a few punches to Smith
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
There is a small laceration on Leslie Smith's Forehead
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She succeeds!
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso tries to escape from closed guard...
Grasso struggles to liberate her leg and jumps to half guard!
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso tries to pass Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso manages to get her leg free and moves to side mount.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Terrible one sided match... Smith was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexa Grasso caliber.
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Leslie Smith manages to switch to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Smith is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Smith leans and gets Alexa Grasso's arms as she brings her to the ground again.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso tries to improve her position on the ground as she sits on her knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Alexa Grasso fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Grasso launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Smith is covering herself! Grasso tries to force the situation and Smith clumsily gives her back!
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith
Smith has Grasso controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Showing some ground skills she transitions to a side mount.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Deep breaths from Leslie Smith who tries a hammer punch to Grasso's ribs.
Grasso blocks those punches
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Good movement from Smith
who is bobbing and weaving.
Leslie Smith takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Grasso fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Leslie Smith didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith is taking this opportunity to rest.
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Grasso moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Grasso tries to get a side mount...
She frees her leg and is now controlling Smith from the side mount!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Terrible one sided match... Smith was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexa Grasso caliber.
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 4:30 in the 2 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Leslie Smith shoulder and pushes her left arm againts the mat!
Leslie Smith breaks that americana attempt!
Smith is trying to counter now!
Smith tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Alexa Grasso doesn't want to lose her adventageous position and she struggles to mantain the full mount.
Herb Dean has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Leslie Smith takes a few seconds to recover her breath...
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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Alexa Grasso is measuring Smith with her jab.
Good accuracy on her part.
Smith's Mouth is beginning to swell
Alexa Grasso and Smith engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Leslie Smith is getting the best of the exchange as she lands a few blows.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to pass to mount...
Grasso slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso takes a deep breath as she passes her arm over Leslie Smith shoulder and pushes her arm againts the mat!
Leslie Smith breaks that americana attempt!
The clock says 0:55 in the 3 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Leslie Smith gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Grasso catch Leslie Smith's left arm and tries a kimura
Leslie Smith holds her own arm and struggles until she gets free
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Leslie Smith gets her hip out and moves to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Alexa Grasso rolls her over and takes her back!
The clock says 1:45 in the 3 round
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith
Smith has given her back to Alexa Grasso who is trying to get one hook in!
Alexa Grasso has one hook in!
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith with one hook in
Smith has to use some of her skills to escape safely from this position...
Leslie Smith uses her ground skills to free one of her legs while working on the ground.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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.
Smith steps backwards away from Alexa Grasso. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Alexa Grasso!
Smith ducks under...
Smith tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Smith throws a body kick.
Blocked by Grasso.
Leslie Smith fakes a punch and launches herself over Alexa Grasso
Great move by Smith who pushes her opponent under a troublesome thai clinch
Grasso doesn't want to clinch as she ducks under Leslie Smith embrace and tries to move away...
Leslie Smith pushes Grasso forward and doesn't allow her to break the clinch.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Alexa Grasso tries to shrug her way out of the clinch.
Grasso circles out and slips free of Leslie Smith's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The clock says 2:45 in the 3 round
Grasso pushes Leslie Smith and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Leslie Smith fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Smith and Grasso circle around the center of the cage.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Alexa Grasso circles around Smith
Grasso throws a body kick.
Solid shot!
Alexa Grasso jabs at Smith
to no visible effect.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:55 in the 3 round
Leslie Smith closes the distance with her opponent wanting some action.
Smith moves backwards and Alexa Grasso is asking her if she came today for fighting or running.
Grasso and Smith circle around the center of the cage.
A punch from Leslie Smith
gets blocked by Grasso.
Grasso is trying to counter now!
Grasso fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Leslie Smith didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Smith ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She succeeds!
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Grasso use some of her wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, she jumps to side mount! The crowd in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) is cheering her!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Terrible one sided match... Smith was not ready to fight a fighter of Alexa Grasso caliber.
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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Grasso moves forward looking for some action
She surprises Smith with a double overhooks!
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:40 in the 4 round
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to pass to mount...
Grasso slides her knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Leslie Smith.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith tries to escape from the full mount...
Alexa Grasso is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep her superior position.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso aggressively and repeatedly punches Smith.
She needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Smith has a small cut in her Right cheek
The clock says 1:35 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith tries to escape from the full mount...
Smith struggles and pushes her opponent maybe a bit anxiously
The clock says 1:55 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso launches a few punches to Smith
Weak punches. She needs to improve her position!
Smith has a small cut in her Forehead
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexa Grasso controls the situation despite Leslie Smith efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Punishing hold!
That armbar looks tight...
Smith is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith has seen better days.
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Smith tries to stand up!
Grasso doesn't allow her!
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and trap Alexa Grasso in her guard...
Alexa Grasso keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Leslie Smith doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on her feet
She moves fast and now she is standing
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Leslie Smith. 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.
Alexa Grasso goes with a looping right hand while Leslie Smith jumps back and jabs
Smith seems staggered and Alexa Grasso runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Smith and Grasso circle around the center of the cage.
Leslie Smith is a bloody mess!
Grasso pushes Leslie Smith and moves away from her. She seems to be recovering her breath.
Smith and Grasso circle around the center of the cage.
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Alexa Grasso slides her knee across and gets to mount.
The clock says 3:50 in the 4 round
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Smith breaths deeply while on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Smith is using some of her ground skills to escape from this...
Alexa Grasso pushes Leslie Smith down and prevents her attempts to escape
Leslie Smith gets sloppy and Alexa Grasso tries to take advantage...
Grasso suddenly holds Leslie Smith's arm and tries an armbar!
Smith can break the lock and now she is in a closed guard over Alexa Grasso!
Leslie Smith is in closed guard over Grasso
Smith tries to escape from the closed guard
Leslie Smith any adventage in the ground.
Grasso tries to get some advantage after her opponent miss move...
Alexa Grasso slides her legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Leslie Smith cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
Smith looks for angles as she throws a few jabs that are countered by Alexa Grasso's punches
Smith is on the receiving end of a great combo by Grasso.
There is a small laceration on Leslie Smith's Nose
The clock says 4:40 in the 4 round
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso launches a flurry of punches
but only manages to land glancing blows.
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Alexa Grasso!
Smith is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Smith steps backwards away from Alexa Grasso. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was a close round.
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Round 5
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Leslie Smith is a bloody mess!
A solid combination from Alexa Grasso
connects with Smith.
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's left leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Grasso tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. She is in full mount now.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Leslie Smith tries to roll on the ground...
Grasso knows how to keep her advantage on the ground.
Smith misses a step and Alexa Grasso sees an opportunity to counter her!
Grasso tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Alexa Grasso controls the situation despite Leslie Smith efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Alexa Grasso is in full mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith tries to roll to her side and get to half guard...
Alexa Grasso rolls Leslie Smith to her stomach and takes her back!
Grasso is in rear mount over Smith
Smith has Grasso controlling her back while on the ground. She tries to roll and find an escape...
Grasso is unable to move under Smith control.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Leslie Smith is taking out her mouthpiece to breathe...
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Grasso throws a few hammer fists to the face of Leslie Smith
Solid shots!
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Leslie Smith gets sloppy and Alexa Grasso tries to take advantage...
Grasso struggles on the ground and tries to break Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso is in Smith open guard now
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Leslie Smith struggles to not give her opponent a chance to recover
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She is not able to do it
Herb Dean 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.
Leslie Smith goes with a looping right hand while Alexa Grasso jumps back and jabs
Smith seems staggered and Alexa Grasso runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The clock says 2:25 in the 5 round
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Smith steps backwards away from Alexa Grasso. She seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Grasso is holding Leslie Smith's right leg... She's trying to take her down.
Leslie Smith loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 2:45 in the 5 round
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Leslie Smith manages to switch to full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Alexa Grasso looks to posture up and open Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso forces Leslie Smith to open her guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 5 round
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
You can see Smith's blood making stains in the mat.
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She is not able to do it
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Leslie Smith is a bloody mess!
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She is not able to do it
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Smith doesn't stop bleeding.
Smith tries to close her guard around Grasso
She succeeds!
The clock says 3:40 in the 5 round
Alexa Grasso is in closed guard over Smith
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso is in closed guard... Smith tries to roll on the ground!
Alexa Grasso uses her leg to keep her position on the ground
Leslie Smith gets sloppy and Alexa Grasso tries to take advantage...
Alexa Grasso looks to posture up and open Leslie Smith's guard...
Alexa Grasso forces Leslie Smith to open her guard.
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Grasso is hurt... She should be looking to avoid more damage or she will lose this fight.
Leslie Smith continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting her vision.
Grasso moves on the ground...
..and gets to half guard.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Alexa Grasso tries to free her leg
Alexa Grasso uses some of her skill by jumping out of Smith's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Alexa Grasso looks to mount Leslie Smith...
Leslie Smith takes advantage of her opponent's over commitment and traps her in full guard.
Alexa Grasso is in open guard over Smith
Alexa Grasso pushes Leslie Smith against the fence and then tries to improve her position.
Grasso jumps and tries to free her leg! Smith doesn't allow this but Alexa Grasso is able to get half guard here.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Alexa Grasso is in half guard over Smith
Leslie Smith's face is covered in blood. She may be having problems seeing as she wipes the blood out of her eyes.
Alexa Grasso tries to free her leg
Alexa Grasso uses some of her skill by jumping out of Smith's guard. She moves quickly to side mount!
Alexa Grasso is in side mount over Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith attempts to trap Alexa Grasso in her guard.
Alexa Grasso keeps control and remains in side mount.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Japan) are cheering for the fighters.
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
That was a close round.
Winner is Alexa Grasso by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Leslie Smith
Punches 5/16 (31%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/4 (50%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 96,69
Time on the ground 909 s
Statistics: Alexa Grasso
Punches 26/39 (67%)
Kicks 3/3 (100%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 10/11 (91%)
GnP strikes 16/30 (53%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 797,6
Time on the ground 909 s
I see. Grasso sees. Smith doesn’t, and is upset with the decision.
