Post by The Sandman on May 28, 2024 22:06:11 GMT -5
Daniel Cormier looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
Oleg Taktarov looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Daniel Cormier comes with a 6 fight losing streak.
Oleg Taktarov comes with a 2 fight losing 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 clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Russian Bear launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits DC's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Herb Dean didn't see that!
Solid shot from Daniel Cormier to the body.
Russian Bear didn't like that.
DC is holding Oleg Taktarov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Oleg Taktarov shows great balance while pushing away Daniel Cormier
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Daniel Cormier goes for the suplex...
His attempt goes nowhere.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
DC is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to pass to half guard...
Daniel Cormier can't prevent his opponent from passing. Russian Bear looks to work from half guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over DC
Daniel Cormier attempts to move to full guard
Oleg Taktarov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over DC
Russian Bear launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Daniel Cormier rolls over himself and stands up while Oleg Taktarov rolls on his back.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. 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.
As the fight continues it seems that Daniel Cormier is taking the best of the fight.
DC launches a flurry of punches
Russian Bear slips out of danger.
DC looks to be in very good shape.
Daniel Cormier tries to bring the fight to the ground
Russian Bear goes down.
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries to close his guard around DC
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
DC is in closed guard... Russian Bear tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Daniel Cormier!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Daniel Cormier gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
DC tries to escape from the full mount...
Oleg Taktarov is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier launches a few punches to Russian Bear's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Russian Bear tries to cover his face,
The clock says 3:00 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov tries a kimura
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
DC breaks the lock.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Punishing hold!
That North South Choke from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
DC struggles to free himself
DC pushes Oleg Taktarov forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
DC is in closed guard... Russian Bear tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Daniel Cormier!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Crushing shot to Russian Bear's body! He's holding his side
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Russian Bear covers himself well
Russian Bear tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Russian Bear throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Daniel Cormier realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Daniel Cormier. 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.
Russian Bear is holding Daniel Cormier's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Daniel Cormier loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov goes for an americana!
DC breaks free.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov aggressively and repeatedly punches DC.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov hooks DC's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Daniel Cormier manages to kick Russian Bear away and scrambles on top!
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier tries to pass to half guard...
Oleg Taktarov's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries to close his guard around DC
He succeeds!
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Oleg Taktarov, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Russian Bear moves backwards and Daniel Cormier is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Solid jabs from Daniel Cormier.
Nice punches.
Daniel Cormier tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Oleg Taktarov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
DC clumsily fails here and it's time for Oleg Taktarov to fight back!
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Oleg Taktarov who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Oleg Taktarov pushes away DC trying to keep the fight at striking range
DC stumbles backwards and Oleg Taktarov circles to get the center of the cage
DC moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
DC is holding Oleg Taktarov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Oleg Taktarov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier looks to mount Oleg Taktarov...
Daniel Cormier slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier tries to better his position on the ground...
DC is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear 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 Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) is cheering him!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov isolates Daniel Cormier's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
That Arm Triangle from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
DC's Mouth is beginning to swell
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
That Arm Triangle looks tight...
Russian Bear is locking that Arm Triangle...
Daniel Cormier is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov looks to mount Daniel Cormier...
Oleg Taktarov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear works on the ground with his fingers over DC's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Herb Dean didn't see the foul!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
DC tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over DC
Daniel Cormier attempts to move to full guard
Daniel Cormier manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to better his position on the ground...
Russian Bear breaks the closed guard of Daniel Cormier and moves to half guard
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Oleg Taktarov looks to mount Daniel Cormier...
Oleg Taktarov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
That Armbar looks tight...
DC breaks the lock showing some skills...
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
That Armbar looks tight...
DC breaks the lock showing some skills...
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Oleg Taktarov takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Daniel Cormier shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Daniel Cormier breaks that americana attempt!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear catch Daniel Cormier's right arm and tries a kimura
Russian Bear is locking that kimura...
Russian Bear is locking that kimura...
Daniel Cormier holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear catch Daniel Cormier's left arm and tries a kimura
Daniel Cormier holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear catch Daniel Cormier's right arm and tries a kimura
DC struggles to free himself
Russian Bear is locking that kimura...
Punishing hold!
That kimura from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That kimura looks tight...
Daniel Cormier holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Oleg Taktarov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Daniel Cormier shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
DC struggles to free himself
DC struggles to free himself
That Americana from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That Americana looks tight...
Daniel Cormier breaks that americana attempt!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
DC steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Daniel Cormier gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
DC tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is maybe for Oleg Taktarov, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Daniel Cormier leans forwards and tries to grapple with Russian Bear
Russian Bear wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Daniel Cormier circles around Russian Bear
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Oleg Taktarov fakes a move and moves laterally.
Russian Bear fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Daniel Cormier didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Daniel Cormier launches a few punches to Russian Bear's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Russian Bear tries to cover his face,
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to finish with a leg lock!
Crippling lock!
That leglock from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That leglock from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That leglock from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
DC is able to break the lock.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Russian Bear tries to move to full mount
Russian Bear succeeds
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll on the ground...
Russian Bear knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Daniel Cormier gets sloppy and Oleg Taktarov tries to take advantage...
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Oleg Taktarov rolls him over and takes his back!
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
Daniel Cormier doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Russian Bear's moves.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
DC has Russian Bear controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Russian Bear is unable to move under DC control.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
DC has Russian Bear controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Russian Bear is unable to move under DC control.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
DC has given his back to Oleg Taktarov who is trying to get one hook in!
Oleg Taktarov has one hook in!
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC with one hook in
DC has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
DC is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC with one hook in
Daniel Cormier has seen better days.
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC with one hook in
Oleg Taktarov isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
DC locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Oleg Taktarov unil he can pull his arm free! Russian Bear lost his dominant position.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear measures the resilience of DC's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in DC's side.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
DC blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov attempts to move to full guard
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier tries to better his position on the ground...
Russian Bear holds Daniel Cormier's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
DC blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Russian Bear's guard.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
DC blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Russian Bear's guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov attempts to move to full guard
Daniel Cormier keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov attempts to move to full guard
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov launches a few punches to DC's cheek from the guard.
Daniel Cormier uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) are cheering for the fighters.
Oleg Taktarov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Oleg Taktarov tries to bring the fight to the ground
DC goes down.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Russian Bear is in open guard over DC... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
DC rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Daniel Cormier is on his feet again.
DC is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Oleg Taktarov is on his feet again.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Oleg Taktarov catches Daniel Cormier's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Russian Bear.
Hard blow to DC's mid-section, he seems hurt
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov is looking to pass Daniel Cormier's guard...
Daniel Cormier has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear 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 Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) is cheering him!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov 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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Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Brilliant combination from Oleg Taktarov
that forces DC to try and defend better.
Daniel Cormier attempts a sweep single...
Daniel Cormier catches Oleg Taktarov's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by DC.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
DC tries to escape from the closed guard
Daniel Cormier any adventage in the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov throws up a triangle attempt!
Daniel Cormier postures up and breaks the triangle.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
DC is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
DC 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 Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) is cheering him!
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Russian Bear's face!
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Russian Bear.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Russian Bear.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Chin
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
DC tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Oleg Taktarov creates enough space to control Daniel Cormier's leg.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
DC throws a few hammer fists to the face of Oleg Taktarov
Solid shots!
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier pushes Russian Bear's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by DC who is in full mount! Russian Bear is in trouble now!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
DC tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Daniel Cormier controls the situation despite Oleg Taktarov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to escape from the full mount...
Russian Bear struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to move on the ground and shows Daniel Cormier a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Russian Bear's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Herb Dean knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier hovers above Russian Bear
Good punches to Russian Bear's body.
Hard blow to Russian Bear's mid-section, he seems hurt
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) are cheering for the fighters.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Oleg Taktarov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Daniel Cormier takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Russian Bear is holding Daniel Cormier's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Daniel Cormier loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
DC is taking this opportunity to rest.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
DC steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Daniel Cormier attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Daniel Cormier manages to switch to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
DC tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear is in closed guard... DC tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier sits high on Oleg Taktarov's chest and pulls his leg underneath Russian Bear's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Russian Bear tries to roll out. He's too quick for Daniel Cormier and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by DC and it cost him top position.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Russian Bear is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Daniel Cormier pushes Oleg Taktarov down and prevents his attempts to escape
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Oleg Taktarov shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Oleg Taktarov breaks that americana attempt!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll on the ground...
DC knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
DC grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Daniel Cormier
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
DC is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Russian Bear and DC circle around the center of the cage.
Oleg Taktarov goes with a looping right hand while Daniel Cormier jumps back and jabs
Russian Bear seems staggered and Daniel Cormier runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Oleg Taktarov and DC engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
DC tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. DC is clinching with Russian Bear.
The fighters are clinching.
Oleg Taktarov is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Oleg Taktarov pushes away DC trying to keep the fight at striking range
DC doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
DC circles out and slips free of Oleg Taktarov's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Russian Bear looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Daniel Cormier's punches
DC is on the receiving end of a great combo by Russian Bear.
DC's Forehead is beginning to swell
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Daniel Cormier takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Oleg Taktarov shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Daniel Cormier is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Russian Bear into his guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to better his position on the ground...
DC holds Oleg Taktarov's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear is in closed guard... DC tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and trap Daniel Cormier in his guard...
Daniel Cormier rolls him over and takes his back!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier throws a flurry of punches at Russian Bear...
A lot of them are hitting Russian Bear's face
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has given his back to Daniel Cormier who is trying to get one hook in!
Daniel Cormier has one hook in!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with one hook in
Russian Bear has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Russian Bear is unable to find a way to scape from this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with one hook in
Russian Bear has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Russian Bear is unable to find a way to scape from this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with one hook in
DC has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Russian Bear.
Nicely done! DC now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Russian Bear!
DC has one of his arm over Oleg Taktarov's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
DC tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Russian Bear!
Russian Bear adopts the turtle defense and DC is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Russian Bear's being punished here!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Russian Bear!
Russian Bear adopts the turtle defense and DC is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
DC is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Russian Bear, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
DC moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
Russian Bear is trying to escape from the rear mount.
DC tries to use some of his tricky moves but DC's is smart enough to counter him.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of DC's moves.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Russian Bear, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
DC moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
Russian Bear has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Russian Bear is unable to find a way to escape from this.
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.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Daniel Cormier has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Daniel Cormier by Majority decision
Statistics: Daniel Cormier
Punches 10/20 (50%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/6 (67%)
GnP strikes 36/45 (80%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/2 (50%)
Time on the ground 1036 s
Statistics: Oleg Taktarov
Punches 12/16 (75%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 6/10 (60%)
Submissions 20/20 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1043 s
I feel like if these two fought in their primes, there isn't an area in which Taktarov would have the advantage over Cormier.
Oleg Taktarov looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Daniel Cormier comes with a 6 fight losing streak.
Oleg Taktarov comes with a 2 fight losing 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 clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Russian Bear launches a stiff jab!
That barely hits DC's face but it seems like one finger has poked his eye! Does the referee see that?
Herb Dean didn't see that!
Solid shot from Daniel Cormier to the body.
Russian Bear didn't like that.
DC is holding Oleg Taktarov's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Oleg Taktarov shows great balance while pushing away Daniel Cormier
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Daniel Cormier goes for the suplex...
His attempt goes nowhere.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
DC is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to pass to half guard...
Daniel Cormier can't prevent his opponent from passing. Russian Bear looks to work from half guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over DC
Daniel Cormier attempts to move to full guard
Oleg Taktarov keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over DC
Russian Bear launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Daniel Cormier rolls over himself and stands up while Oleg Taktarov rolls on his back.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. 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.
As the fight continues it seems that Daniel Cormier is taking the best of the fight.
DC launches a flurry of punches
Russian Bear slips out of danger.
DC looks to be in very good shape.
Daniel Cormier tries to bring the fight to the ground
Russian Bear goes down.
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries to close his guard around DC
He succeeds!
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
DC is in closed guard... Russian Bear tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Daniel Cormier!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Daniel Cormier gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov seems fresh. He may still have a lot of gas in his tank.
DC tries to escape from the full mount...
Oleg Taktarov is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier launches a few punches to Russian Bear's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Russian Bear tries to cover his face,
The clock says 3:00 in the 1 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov tries a kimura
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
DC breaks the lock.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
Punishing hold!
That North South Choke from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
DC struggles to free himself
DC pushes Oleg Taktarov forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
DC is in closed guard... Russian Bear tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Daniel Cormier!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Crushing shot to Russian Bear's body! He's holding his side
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Russian Bear covers himself well
Russian Bear tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Russian Bear throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Daniel Cormier realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Daniel Cormier. 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.
Russian Bear is holding Daniel Cormier's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Daniel Cormier loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov goes for an americana!
DC breaks free.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov aggressively and repeatedly punches DC.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov hooks DC's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Daniel Cormier manages to kick Russian Bear away and scrambles on top!
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier tries to pass to half guard...
Oleg Taktarov's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Daniel Cormier is in open guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear tries to close his guard around DC
He succeeds!
Herb Dean separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is maybe for Oleg Taktarov, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Russian Bear moves backwards and Daniel Cormier is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Solid jabs from Daniel Cormier.
Nice punches.
Daniel Cormier tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Oleg Taktarov jumps backwards and frees his leg.
DC clumsily fails here and it's time for Oleg Taktarov to fight back!
Oleg Taktarov tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Oleg Taktarov who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Oleg Taktarov pushes away DC trying to keep the fight at striking range
DC stumbles backwards and Oleg Taktarov circles to get the center of the cage
DC moves backwards and Oleg Taktarov is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
DC is holding Oleg Taktarov's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Oleg Taktarov loses balance and goes to the ground.
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier looks to mount Oleg Taktarov...
Daniel Cormier slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier tries to better his position on the ground...
DC is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
The clock says 1:15 in the 2 round
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll on the ground...
He makes a reversal!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear 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 Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) is cheering him!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov keeps control and remains in side mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov isolates Daniel Cormier's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
That Arm Triangle from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
DC's Mouth is beginning to swell
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
That Arm Triangle looks tight...
Russian Bear is locking that Arm Triangle...
Daniel Cormier is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov looks to mount Daniel Cormier...
Oleg Taktarov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear works on the ground with his fingers over DC's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Herb Dean didn't see the foul!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
DC tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Oleg Taktarov is in half guard over DC
Daniel Cormier attempts to move to full guard
Daniel Cormier manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:55 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to better his position on the ground...
Russian Bear breaks the closed guard of Daniel Cormier and moves to half guard
The clock says 3:05 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Oleg Taktarov looks to mount Daniel Cormier...
Oleg Taktarov slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
That Armbar looks tight...
DC breaks the lock showing some skills...
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
You can see the pain reflected in DC's eyes...
That Armbar looks tight...
DC breaks the lock showing some skills...
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Oleg Taktarov takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Daniel Cormier shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Daniel Cormier breaks that americana attempt!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier is cooling the fight on the ground
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear catch Daniel Cormier's right arm and tries a kimura
Russian Bear is locking that kimura...
Russian Bear is locking that kimura...
Daniel Cormier holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear catch Daniel Cormier's left arm and tries a kimura
Daniel Cormier holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
The clock says 4:15 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Russian Bear catch Daniel Cormier's right arm and tries a kimura
DC struggles to free himself
Russian Bear is locking that kimura...
Punishing hold!
That kimura from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That kimura looks tight...
Daniel Cormier holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
The clock says 4:25 in the 2 round
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Oleg Taktarov keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Oleg Taktarov takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Daniel Cormier shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
DC struggles to free himself
DC struggles to free himself
That Americana from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That Americana looks tight...
Daniel Cormier breaks that americana attempt!
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
DC steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Daniel Cormier gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
DC tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He is not able to do it
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is maybe for Oleg Taktarov, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Daniel Cormier leans forwards and tries to grapple with Russian Bear
Russian Bear wants to mantain the distance and ducks that one.
Daniel Cormier circles around Russian Bear
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Oleg Taktarov fakes a move and moves laterally.
Russian Bear fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Daniel Cormier didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Daniel Cormier launches a few punches to Russian Bear's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Russian Bear tries to cover his face,
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to finish with a leg lock!
Crippling lock!
That leglock from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That leglock from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
That leglock from Oleg Taktarov appears to be unbreakable
DC is able to break the lock.
The clock says 1:10 in the 3 round
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Russian Bear tries to move to full mount
Russian Bear succeeds
Oleg Taktarov is in full mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier tries to roll on the ground...
Russian Bear knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Daniel Cormier gets sloppy and Oleg Taktarov tries to take advantage...
Daniel Cormier tries to roll to his side and trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard...
Oleg Taktarov rolls him over and takes his back!
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
Daniel Cormier doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Russian Bear's moves.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
DC has Russian Bear controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Russian Bear is unable to move under DC control.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC
DC has Russian Bear controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Russian Bear is unable to move under DC control.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
DC has given his back to Oleg Taktarov who is trying to get one hook in!
Oleg Taktarov has one hook in!
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC with one hook in
DC has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
DC is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC with one hook in
Daniel Cormier has seen better days.
DC measures the resilience of Russian Bear's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in Russian Bear's side.
Russian Bear is in rear mount over DC with one hook in
Oleg Taktarov isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
DC locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Oleg Taktarov unil he can pull his arm free! Russian Bear lost his dominant position.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear measures the resilience of DC's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Those hits are leaving hitches in DC's side.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Russian Bear reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
DC blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov attempts to move to full guard
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:05 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier tries to better his position on the ground...
Russian Bear holds Daniel Cormier's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
DC blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Russian Bear's guard.
The clock says 3:15 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
DC blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Russian Bear's guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov attempts to move to full guard
Daniel Cormier keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov attempts to move to full guard
Oleg Taktarov manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 3:45 in the 3 round
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
Oleg Taktarov launches a few punches to DC's cheek from the guard.
Daniel Cormier uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) are cheering for the fighters.
Oleg Taktarov takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Oleg Taktarov tries to bring the fight to the ground
DC goes down.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
Russian Bear is in open guard over DC... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
DC rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Daniel Cormier is on his feet again.
DC is standing while Russian Bear is on the ground on his back
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Oleg Taktarov is on his feet again.
Oleg Taktarov attempts a sweep single...
Oleg Taktarov catches Daniel Cormier's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Russian Bear.
Hard blow to DC's mid-section, he seems hurt
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov is looking to pass Daniel Cormier's guard...
Daniel Cormier has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear 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 Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) is cheering him!
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
Daniel Cormier attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Oleg Taktarov 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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Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Brilliant combination from Oleg Taktarov
that forces DC to try and defend better.
Daniel Cormier attempts a sweep single...
Daniel Cormier catches Oleg Taktarov's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by DC.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
DC tries to escape from the closed guard
Daniel Cormier any adventage in the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Oleg Taktarov throws up a triangle attempt!
Daniel Cormier postures up and breaks the triangle.
Daniel Cormier is in closed guard over Russian Bear
DC is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
DC 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 Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) is cheering him!
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Russian Bear's face!
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Russian Bear.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier aggressively and repeatedly punches Russian Bear.
He needs to do something soon or the referee will stop the fight!
There is a small laceration on Oleg Taktarov's Chin
Daniel Cormier is in side mount over Oleg Taktarov
DC tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and get to half guard...
Oleg Taktarov creates enough space to control Daniel Cormier's leg.
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
DC throws a few hammer fists to the face of Oleg Taktarov
Solid shots!
Daniel Cormier is in half guard over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier pushes Russian Bear's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Nice move by DC who is in full mount! Russian Bear is in trouble now!
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
DC tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Daniel Cormier controls the situation despite Oleg Taktarov efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The clock says 2:05 in the 4 round
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to escape from the full mount...
Russian Bear struggles and pushes his opponent maybe a bit anxiously
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to move on the ground and shows Daniel Cormier a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Bang! Russian Bear's forehead receives a strong elbow that rocks his head against the mat! Herb Dean knows he may be calling off the fight soon!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier hovers above Russian Bear
Good punches to Russian Bear's body.
Hard blow to Russian Bear's mid-section, he seems hurt
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Russian Bear tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Herb Dean halts the fight to stand up Oleg Taktarov. The fight resumes with both fighters standing.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) are cheering for the fighters.
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Oleg Taktarov fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Daniel Cormier takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Russian Bear studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 3:35 in the 4 round
Russian Bear is holding Daniel Cormier's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Daniel Cormier loses balance and goes to the ground.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
DC is taking this opportunity to rest.
Oleg Taktarov is in side mount over Daniel Cormier
DC steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Daniel Cormier attempts to trap Oleg Taktarov in his guard.
Daniel Cormier manages to switch to full guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in open guard over DC
DC tries to close his guard around Russian Bear
He succeeds!
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear is in closed guard... DC tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier sits high on Oleg Taktarov's chest and pulls his leg underneath Russian Bear's head. There's the triangle attempt!
Russian Bear tries to roll out. He's too quick for Daniel Cormier and manages to slip out! That was a risky move by DC and it cost him top position.
Poorly executed technique. Oleg Taktarov looks to counter!
Russian Bear is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Daniel Cormier pushes Oleg Taktarov down and prevents his attempts to escape
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Oleg Taktarov shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Oleg Taktarov breaks that americana attempt!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll on the ground...
DC knows how to keep his advantage on the ground.
Herb Dean stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Rexall Place (Edmonton, Alberta) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 4:55 in the 4 round
DC grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Daniel Cormier
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
DC is the winner of this round.
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Round 5
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The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
Russian Bear and DC circle around the center of the cage.
Oleg Taktarov goes with a looping right hand while Daniel Cormier jumps back and jabs
Russian Bear seems staggered and Daniel Cormier runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Oleg Taktarov and DC engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are connecting and this could be ending soon if either lands a lucky punch.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
DC tries some clinching in order to control the fight...
Well done. DC is clinching with Russian Bear.
The fighters are clinching.
Oleg Taktarov is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Oleg Taktarov pushes away DC trying to keep the fight at striking range
DC doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Oleg Taktarov
Daniel Cormier tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
DC circles out and slips free of Oleg Taktarov's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
Russian Bear looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Daniel Cormier's punches
DC is on the receiving end of a great combo by Russian Bear.
DC's Forehead is beginning to swell
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Daniel Cormier takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Oleg Taktarov shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Daniel Cormier is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Russian Bear into his guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Oleg Taktarov tries to better his position on the ground...
DC holds Oleg Taktarov's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Oleg Taktarov is in closed guard over DC
Russian Bear is in closed guard... DC tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Oleg Taktarov!
Daniel Cormier is in full mount over Oleg Taktarov
Oleg Taktarov tries to roll to his side and trap Daniel Cormier in his guard...
Daniel Cormier rolls him over and takes his back!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Daniel Cormier throws a flurry of punches at Russian Bear...
A lot of them are hitting Russian Bear's face
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear
Russian Bear has given his back to Daniel Cormier who is trying to get one hook in!
Daniel Cormier has one hook in!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with one hook in
Russian Bear has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Russian Bear is unable to find a way to scape from this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with one hook in
Russian Bear has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Russian Bear is unable to find a way to scape from this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with one hook in
DC has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for Russian Bear.
Nicely done! DC now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Russian Bear!
DC has one of his arm over Oleg Taktarov's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
DC tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Russian Bear!
Russian Bear adopts the turtle defense and DC is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Russian Bear's being punished here!
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for Russian Bear!
Russian Bear adopts the turtle defense and DC is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
The clock says 4:10 in the 5 round
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
The fight is still up for grabs at this point.
DC is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Russian Bear, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
DC moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
Russian Bear is trying to escape from the rear mount.
DC tries to use some of his tricky moves but DC's is smart enough to counter him.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
Oleg Taktarov doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of DC's moves.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
DC is in rear mount with two hooks in! He is working on a desperate Russian Bear, who tries to defend himself and escape from that position.
DC moves looking to sink a rear naked choke and finish this.
DC is in rear mount over Russian Bear with two hooks in
Russian Bear has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
Russian Bear is unable to find a way to escape from this.
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.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
Daniel Cormier has to be confident that he won that round.
Winner is Daniel Cormier by Majority decision
Statistics: Daniel Cormier
Punches 10/20 (50%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 4/6 (67%)
GnP strikes 36/45 (80%)
Submissions 2/2 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/2 (50%)
Time on the ground 1036 s
Statistics: Oleg Taktarov
Punches 12/16 (75%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 2/2 (100%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 6/10 (60%)
Submissions 20/20 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 1043 s
I feel like if these two fought in their primes, there isn't an area in which Taktarov would have the advantage over Cormier.
