Post by The Sandman on Apr 25, 2021 1:12:14 GMT -5
Patricio Freire looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
Ferocious staredown by The DQ Champ while Steve Mazzagatti recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Aljamain Sterling and Pitbull engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Patricio Freire is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Patricio Freire is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Patricio Freire is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Pitbull sprawls and remains on his feet.
Aljamain Sterling tries to bring the fight to the ground
Pitbull won't budge, forcing The DQ Champ to pull guard.
Patricio Freire is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Aljamain Sterling gets sloppy and Patricio Freire tries to take advantage...
Patricio Freire is looking to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Patricio Freire gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Patricio Freire pushes The DQ Champ's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Pitbull who is in full mount! The DQ Champ is in trouble now!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Pitbull's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Pitbull launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The DQ Champ's ribs.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Patricio Freire attempts to move to full guard
Patricio Freire manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Pitbull pushes Aljamain Sterling forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Patricio Freire is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Pitbull is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Patricio Freire!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Patricio Freire
Patricio Freire tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Patricio Freire moves to half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to free his leg...
Pitbull doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Patricio Freire attempts to move to full guard
Patricio Freire manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Patricio Freire in his guard...
Patricio Freire keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to escape from the full mount...
Patricio Freire is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to show some ground skills
Pitbull uses his strength to keep Pitbull at a disadvantage
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling attempts to trap Patricio Freire in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling manages to switch to half guard.
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ attempts a triangle from bottom! Patricio Freire slips out. The DQ Champ quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Patricio Freire slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Aljamain Sterling. 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.
Low kick by Patricio Freire to maintain his distance.
That hits Aljamain Sterling's ankle
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
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 DQ Champ studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Every time Aljamain Sterling attempts to get inside
Pitbull fires a low kick.
Aljamain Sterling and Pitbull engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Aljamain Sterling throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Nice punches from Aljamain Sterling.
Even nicer blocks from Pitbull.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
Solid jabs from Patricio Freire.
Nice punches.
Aljamain Sterling and Pitbull engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Patricio Freire is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
The DQ Champ is holding Patricio Freire's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Patricio Freire loses balance and goes to the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Pitbull is taking this opportunity to rest.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount!
Pitbull won't allow him to take this position easily.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Aljamain Sterling hooks Pitbull's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Patricio Freire manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Pitbull tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Patricio Freire attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Patricio Freire manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in open guard over Pitbull... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Pitbull rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Aljamain Sterling. 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 2:00 in the 2 round
Pitbull studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The DQ Champ pushes Patricio Freire and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
A punch from Patricio Freire
grazes The DQ Champ's left cheek.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Patricio Freire throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of The DQ Champ.
Pitbull steps backwards away from Aljamain Sterling. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The DQ Champ is holding Patricio Freire's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Patricio Freire shows great balance while pushing away Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Patricio Freire is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Pitbull moves backwards and Aljamain Sterling is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Nice low kick from Pitbull
Loud pop!
The DQ Champ hyper-extended his left leg
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Aljamain Sterling throws an uppercut
Pitbull slips it.
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Patricio Freire is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Patricio Freire is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Aljamain Sterling!
Pitbull ducks under...
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
A bunch of leg kicks from Patricio Freire
are bothering his opponent.
The DQ Champ hyper-extended his left leg
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Patricio Freire and The DQ Champ engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Patricio Freire is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Pitbull steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Pitbull pushes Aljamain Sterling and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Aljamain Sterling.
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Round 3
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Aljamain Sterling is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Aljamain Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown!
Patricio Freire sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The DQ Champ grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount
The DQ Champ's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Pitbull tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
That hit The DQ Champ who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Pitbull launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The DQ Champ's ribs.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Pitbull tries to close his guard around The DQ Champ
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling tries to better his position on the ground...
Pitbull holds Aljamain Sterling's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
The DQ Champ blocks those punches
The DQ Champ is trying to counter now!
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass Patricio Freire's guard...
Aljamain Sterling passes momentarily but Patricio Freire regains full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Patricio Freire in his guard...
Patricio Freire keeps good control and remains in full 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Patricio Freire. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Pitbull and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Nice low kick from Pitbull
Loud pop!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Patricio Freire!
The DQ Champ ducks under...
Patricio Freire shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Aljamain Sterling is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Pitbull into his guard.
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Patricio Freire is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Pitbull use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) is cheering him!
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Patricio Freire tries to better his position on the ground...
Pitbull is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Patricio Freire launches a few punches to The DQ Champ
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull catch Aljamain Sterling's right arm and tries a kimura
Aljamain Sterling holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull goes for an armbar!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and pushes away Patricio Freire, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Patricio Freire. 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 DQ Champ studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Patricio Freire fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The DQ Champ should have paced himself better. It looks like he burned himself out.
Aljamain Sterling goes with a looping right hand while Patricio Freire jumps back and jabs
The DQ Champ seems staggered and Patricio Freire runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The DQ Champ's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Pitbull moves backwards and Aljamain Sterling is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Patricio Freire fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on The DQ Champ's chin
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
I think Patricio Freire needs to learn how to pace himself better. His performance is suffering from his exhaustion.
Patricio Freire takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
The DQ Champ grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Pitbull struggles... Aljamain Sterling is unable to take him down
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is maybe for Patricio Freire, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Solid shot from Patricio Freire to the body.
The DQ Champ blocks in time.
Pitbull clumsily fails here and it's time for Aljamain Sterling to fight back!
Aljamain Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Patricio Freire is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The DQ Champ into his guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Aljamain Sterling fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass Patricio Freire's guard...
Aljamain Sterling manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
That hit The DQ Champ who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Patricio Freire attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Patricio Freire manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
The DQ Champ blocks those punches
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Patricio Freire tries to close the guard.
Pitbull put Aljamain Sterling in closed guard.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Patricio Freire pushes Aljamain Sterling down and prevents his attempts to escape
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
The DQ Champ struggles and frees his leg!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Pitbull doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Patricio Freire tries to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Patricio Freire manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Deep breaths from Aljamain Sterling who tries a hammer punch to Pitbull's ribs.
Pitbull blocks those punches
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
Patricio Freire looks to mount Aljamain Sterling...
Aljamain Sterling takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Patricio Freire is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Patricio Freire realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
Pitbull launches a kick to The DQ Champ's thigh
The DQ Champ checks that kick!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Patricio Freire. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Aljamain Sterling fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Patricio Freire is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Pitbull pushes Aljamain Sterling and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Patricio Freire and The DQ Champ engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Aljamain Sterling is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
A right hand from Aljamain Sterling
makes Pitbull stumble back!
The DQ Champ pushes Patricio Freire and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Pitbull looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Aljamain Sterling's punches
Pitbull is on the receiving end of a great combo by The DQ Champ.
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Patricio Freire didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling tries to finish with a leg lock!
Pitbull is able to break the lock.
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is taking this opportunity to rest.
Pitbull seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling positions himself and tries to finish this!
Aljamain Sterling storms Patricio Freire's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Steve Mazzagatti is asking Patricio Freire to defend himself!
There is a small laceration on Patricio Freire's Right cheek
Patricio Freire seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Aljamain Sterling!
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling pushes Patricio Freire against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The DQ Champ jumps and tries to free his leg! Pitbull doesn't allow this but Aljamain Sterling is able to get half guard here.
Pitbull seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Aljamain Sterling tries to bring the fight to the ground
Pitbull goes down.
Patricio Freire seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Aljamain Sterling!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling positions himself and tries to finish this!
Aljamain Sterling storms Patricio Freire's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Steve Mazzagatti is asking Patricio Freire to defend himself!
Pitbull's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount
The DQ Champ succeeds
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Patricio Freire
Patricio Freire tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Aljamain Sterling rolls Patricio Freire to his stomach and takes his back!
Pitbull seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Pitbull! The DQ Champ has one hook in and keeps working!
Patricio Freire seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Aljamain Sterling!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with one hook in
Aljamain Sterling Swarms all over his opponent trying to finish this fight!
Patricio Freire is taking a ton of punishment! He needs to defend himself or the ref will stop the fight.
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with one hook in
The DQ Champ has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Pitbull.
Nicely done! The DQ Champ now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Pitbull, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
The DQ Champ moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Pitbull!
The DQ Champ has one of his arm over Patricio Freire's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Pitbull!
The DQ Champ has one of his arm over Patricio Freire's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Pitbull!
The DQ Champ has one of his arm over Patricio Freire's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ works on the ground with his fingers over Pitbull's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see the foul!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
Aljamain Sterling isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
The DQ Champ is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
That Armbar from Aljamain Sterling appears to be unbreakable
Steve Mazzagatti breaks Aljamain Sterling's lock! This is over! Pitbull didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Aljamain Sterling by Submission (Armbar) at 2:28 Round 5
Statistics: Patricio Freire
Punches 21/32 (66%)
Kicks 8/9 (89%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 9/14 (64%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 712 s
Statistics: Aljamain Sterling
Punches 11/29 (38%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/10 (50%)
GnP strikes 7/13 (54%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 712 s
PRetty good win for Aterling, and decent fight overall. Though it was a bit slow, Friere was probably winning the early rounds, and he accidentally let Sterling get back into things, take over and get the win. WIth every fighter so close at this early developmental stage, these early winning/late comebacks are both more rare, and less pronounced. Whatever any of that means.
Ferocious staredown by The DQ Champ while Steve Mazzagatti recites the rules.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Aljamain Sterling and Pitbull engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Patricio Freire is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 0:25 in the 1 round
Patricio Freire is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Patricio Freire is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Pitbull sprawls and remains on his feet.
Aljamain Sterling tries to bring the fight to the ground
Pitbull won't budge, forcing The DQ Champ to pull guard.
Patricio Freire is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Aljamain Sterling gets sloppy and Patricio Freire tries to take advantage...
Patricio Freire is looking to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Patricio Freire gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Patricio Freire pushes The DQ Champ's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by Pitbull who is in full mount! The DQ Champ is in trouble now!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
He pushes Pitbull's knee away and tries to roll! Nice move to get half guard!
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Pitbull launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The DQ Champ's ribs.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Patricio Freire attempts to move to full guard
Patricio Freire manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to improve position.
He frees a leg.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Pitbull pushes Aljamain Sterling forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Patricio Freire is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Pitbull is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Patricio Freire!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Patricio Freire
Patricio Freire tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Patricio Freire moves to half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to free his leg...
Pitbull doesn't allow any movement here! He's cooling the fight on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Patricio Freire attempts to move to full guard
Patricio Freire manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Patricio Freire in his guard...
Patricio Freire keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to escape from the full mount...
Patricio Freire is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ tries to show some ground skills
Pitbull uses his strength to keep Pitbull at a disadvantage
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling attempts to trap Patricio Freire in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling manages to switch to half guard.
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ attempts a triangle from bottom! Patricio Freire slips out. The DQ Champ quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Patricio Freire slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Aljamain Sterling. 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.
Low kick by Patricio Freire to maintain his distance.
That hits Aljamain Sterling's ankle
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
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 DQ Champ studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:25 in the 2 round
Every time Aljamain Sterling attempts to get inside
Pitbull fires a low kick.
Aljamain Sterling and Pitbull engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Aljamain Sterling throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Nice punches from Aljamain Sterling.
Even nicer blocks from Pitbull.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
Solid jabs from Patricio Freire.
Nice punches.
Aljamain Sterling and Pitbull engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Patricio Freire is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
The DQ Champ is holding Patricio Freire's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Patricio Freire loses balance and goes to the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Pitbull is taking this opportunity to rest.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount!
Pitbull won't allow him to take this position easily.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Aljamain Sterling hooks Pitbull's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Patricio Freire manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Pitbull tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Patricio Freire attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Patricio Freire manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in open guard over Pitbull... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Pitbull rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Aljamain Sterling. 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 2:00 in the 2 round
Pitbull studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The DQ Champ pushes Patricio Freire and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
A punch from Patricio Freire
grazes The DQ Champ's left cheek.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Patricio Freire throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of The DQ Champ.
Pitbull steps backwards away from Aljamain Sterling. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The DQ Champ is holding Patricio Freire's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Patricio Freire shows great balance while pushing away Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Patricio Freire is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Pitbull moves backwards and Aljamain Sterling is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 3:40 in the 2 round
Nice low kick from Pitbull
Loud pop!
The DQ Champ hyper-extended his left leg
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Aljamain Sterling throws an uppercut
Pitbull slips it.
Nice fight between these two warriors. Anyone could be the winner.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Patricio Freire is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Patricio Freire is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Aljamain Sterling!
Pitbull ducks under...
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
A bunch of leg kicks from Patricio Freire
are bothering his opponent.
The DQ Champ hyper-extended his left leg
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 4:50 in the 2 round
Patricio Freire and The DQ Champ engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Patricio Freire is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Pitbull steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Pitbull pushes Aljamain Sterling and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Aljamain Sterling.
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Round 3
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Aljamain Sterling is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Aljamain Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown!
Patricio Freire sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The DQ Champ grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount
The DQ Champ's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
Pitbull tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
That hit The DQ Champ who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
The clock says 0:45 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Pitbull launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The DQ Champ's ribs.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Pitbull tries to close his guard around The DQ Champ
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling tries to better his position on the ground...
Pitbull holds Aljamain Sterling's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
The DQ Champ blocks those punches
The DQ Champ is trying to counter now!
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass Patricio Freire's guard...
Aljamain Sterling passes momentarily but Patricio Freire regains full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling tries to roll to his side and trap Patricio Freire in his guard...
Patricio Freire keeps good control and remains in full 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 Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) are cheering for the fighters.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Patricio Freire. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Pitbull and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:30 in the 3 round
Nice low kick from Pitbull
Loud pop!
Bone shattering straight right hand from Patricio Freire!
The DQ Champ ducks under...
Patricio Freire shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Aljamain Sterling is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Pitbull into his guard.
The clock says 3:00 in the 3 round
Patricio Freire is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Pitbull use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
After a few tentative moves, he jumps to side mount! The crowd in Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec) is cheering him!
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Patricio Freire tries to better his position on the ground...
Pitbull is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Patricio Freire launches a few punches to The DQ Champ
Weak punches. He needs to improve his position!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull catch Aljamain Sterling's right arm and tries a kimura
Aljamain Sterling holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull goes for an armbar!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and pushes away Patricio Freire, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Patricio Freire. 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 DQ Champ studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Patricio Freire fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The DQ Champ should have paced himself better. It looks like he burned himself out.
Aljamain Sterling goes with a looping right hand while Patricio Freire jumps back and jabs
The DQ Champ seems staggered and Patricio Freire runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The DQ Champ's Mouth is bruised after the punishement he's received!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Pitbull moves backwards and Aljamain Sterling is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Patricio Freire fakes a move and launches a nice uppercut
it lands on The DQ Champ's chin
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
I think Patricio Freire needs to learn how to pace himself better. His performance is suffering from his exhaustion.
Patricio Freire takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
The DQ Champ grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Pitbull struggles... Aljamain Sterling is unable to take him down
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
This round is maybe for Patricio Freire, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Solid shot from Patricio Freire to the body.
The DQ Champ blocks in time.
Pitbull clumsily fails here and it's time for Aljamain Sterling to fight back!
Aljamain Sterling shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Patricio Freire is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The DQ Champ into his guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Aljamain Sterling fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass Patricio Freire's guard...
Aljamain Sterling manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
That hit The DQ Champ who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Patricio Freire
Patricio Freire attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Patricio Freire manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Deep breaths from Patricio Freire who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
The DQ Champ blocks those punches
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Pitbull
Patricio Freire tries to close the guard.
Pitbull put Aljamain Sterling in closed guard.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Pitbull tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Aljamain Sterling!
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
The DQ Champ is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Patricio Freire pushes Aljamain Sterling down and prevents his attempts to escape
Patricio Freire is in full mount over Aljamain Sterling
Pitbull tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
The DQ Champ struggles and frees his leg!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Pitbull doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Patricio Freire is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Patricio Freire tries to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Patricio Freire manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
The clock says 2:25 in the 4 round
Patricio Freire is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Deep breaths from Aljamain Sterling who tries a hammer punch to Pitbull's ribs.
Pitbull blocks those punches
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
Patricio Freire looks to mount Aljamain Sterling...
Aljamain Sterling takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
Patricio Freire is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Patricio Freire realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Patricio Freire to fight back!
Pitbull launches a kick to The DQ Champ's thigh
The DQ Champ checks that kick!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The DQ Champ steps backwards away from Patricio Freire. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Aljamain Sterling fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Patricio Freire is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Pitbull pushes Aljamain Sterling and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Patricio Freire and The DQ Champ engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Aljamain Sterling is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
A right hand from Aljamain Sterling
makes Pitbull stumble back!
The DQ Champ pushes Patricio Freire and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The clock says 3:55 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Pitbull looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Aljamain Sterling's punches
Pitbull is on the receiving end of a great combo by The DQ Champ.
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Patricio Freire didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling tries to finish with a leg lock!
Pitbull is able to break the lock.
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ is taking this opportunity to rest.
Pitbull seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling positions himself and tries to finish this!
Aljamain Sterling storms Patricio Freire's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Steve Mazzagatti is asking Patricio Freire to defend himself!
There is a small laceration on Patricio Freire's Right cheek
Patricio Freire seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Aljamain Sterling!
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling pushes Patricio Freire against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The DQ Champ jumps and tries to free his leg! Pitbull doesn't allow this but Aljamain Sterling is able to get half guard here.
Pitbull seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Aljamain Sterling tries to bring the fight to the ground
Pitbull goes down.
Patricio Freire seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Aljamain Sterling!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
Aljamain Sterling positions himself and tries to finish this!
Aljamain Sterling storms Patricio Freire's head with a few unblocked hammer fists! Steve Mazzagatti is asking Patricio Freire to defend himself!
Pitbull's Nose is bruised after the punishement he's received!
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount
The DQ Champ succeeds
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
The clock says 0:45 in the 5 round
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Patricio Freire
Patricio Freire tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Aljamain Sterling rolls Patricio Freire to his stomach and takes his back!
Pitbull seems a bit groggy... his movements are not very coordinated now.
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull
The DQ Champ tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for Pitbull! The DQ Champ has one hook in and keeps working!
Patricio Freire seems hurt! He stumbles backwards and he's an easy target for Aljamain Sterling!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with one hook in
Aljamain Sterling Swarms all over his opponent trying to finish this fight!
Patricio Freire is taking a ton of punishment! He needs to defend himself or the ref will stop the fight.
That punishment by Aljamain Sterling has left Pitbull staggered! Aljamain Sterling should try push forward now and finish this!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with one hook in
The DQ Champ has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Pitbull.
Nicely done! The DQ Champ now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Pitbull, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
The DQ Champ moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
The clock says 1:45 in the 5 round
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Pitbull!
The DQ Champ has one of his arm over Patricio Freire's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Pitbull!
The DQ Champ has one of his arm over Patricio Freire's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Pitbull!
The DQ Champ has one of his arm over Patricio Freire's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
The DQ Champ works on the ground with his fingers over Pitbull's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see the foul!
The DQ Champ is in rear mount over Pitbull with two hooks in
Aljamain Sterling isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
The DQ Champ is locking that Armbar...
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
That Armbar from Aljamain Sterling appears to be unbreakable
Steve Mazzagatti breaks Aljamain Sterling's lock! This is over! Pitbull didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Aljamain Sterling by Submission (Armbar) at 2:28 Round 5
Statistics: Patricio Freire
Punches 21/32 (66%)
Kicks 8/9 (89%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 1/1 (100%)
GnP strikes 9/14 (64%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 712 s
Statistics: Aljamain Sterling
Punches 11/29 (38%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/10 (50%)
GnP strikes 7/13 (54%)
Submissions 7/7 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 712 s
PRetty good win for Aterling, and decent fight overall. Though it was a bit slow, Friere was probably winning the early rounds, and he accidentally let Sterling get back into things, take over and get the win. WIth every fighter so close at this early developmental stage, these early winning/late comebacks are both more rare, and less pronounced. Whatever any of that means.
