Post by The Sandman on Nov 19, 2024 23:19:53 GMT -5
Jonathan Torrens enters the cage and this place seems about to burst! He may be sure the fans are with him today.
Miguel Torres glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Aljamain Sterling looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
Miguel Torres has fight Aljamain Sterling 1 times. He has won 1 of them.
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Miguel Torres comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Kevin MacDonald.
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Round 1
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Miguel Torres and Aljamain Sterling touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Jonathan Torrens has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Jonathan Torrens decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Jonathan Torrens moves back and takes a deep breath.
As the fight continues it seems that Aljamain Sterling is taking the best of the fight.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Aljamain Sterling is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Solid jabs from Aljamain Sterling.
Nice punches.
There is a small laceration on Miguel Torres's Chin
Jonathan Torrens seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Miguel Torres tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The DQ Champ is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Miguel Torres tries to pass to half guard...
Aljamain Sterling's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Miguel Torres tries to better his position on the ground...
The DQ Champ holds Miguel Torres's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Miguel Torres fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Miguel Torres is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling tries to turn in and scramble out. Miguel Torres timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Aljamain Sterling slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The DQ Champ blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Jonathan Torrens tries to roll on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Kevin MacDonald 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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Miguel Torres tries to bring the fight to the ground
The DQ Champ won't budge, forcing Jonathan Torrens to pull guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to better his position on the ground...
The DQ Champ breaks the closed guard of Miguel Torres and moves to half guard
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling isolates Miguel Torres's left arm looking for an armbar...
Miguel Torres manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Aljamain Sterling lost his dominant position.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Miguel Torres to fight back!
Miguel Torres 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 The DQ Champ's moves.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Punishing hold!
Jonathan Torrens hyper-extended his leg
That Kneebar looks tight...
That Kneebar from Aljamain Sterling appears to be unbreakable
That Kneebar looks tight...
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Jonathan Torrens struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ tries to close his guard around Jonathan Torrens
He succeeds!
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
The DQ Champ leans and gets Miguel Torres's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Miguel Torres!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Jonathan Torrens breaks the lock showing some skills...
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Aljamain Sterling pushes Miguel Torres down and prevents his attempts to escape
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling tries to better his position on the ground...
The DQ Champ is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Aljamain Sterling pushes Miguel Torres down and prevents his attempts to escape
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Miguel Torres didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The DQ Champ pulls his arm out of danger.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres throws up a triangle attempt!
Aljamain Sterling postures up and breaks the triangle.
Kevin MacDonald tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Miguel Torres, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Jonathan Torrens fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
The DQ Champ sprawls and remains on his feet.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Jonathan Torrens grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to jump to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens works on the ground with his fingers over The DQ Champ's face
The DQ Champ shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling looks to posture up and open Miguel Torres's guard...
Aljamain Sterling forces Miguel Torres to open his guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The DQ Champ is locking that Kneebar...
That Kneebar looks tight...
Jonathan Torrens rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kevin MacDonald 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 fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Aljamain Sterling!
Jonathan Torrens is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Aljamain Sterling tries to bring the fight to the ground
Jonathan Torrens goes down.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The DQ Champ struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ tries to open up Jonathan Torrens with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Jonathan Torrens is trying to block them with his hands...
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Jonathan Torrens rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
The DQ Champ misses a step and Miguel Torres sees an opportunity to counter him!
Miguel Torres overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The DQ Champ pulls his arm out of danger.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres has seen better days.
Miguel Torres sits up and gets an arm around The DQ Champ's neck!
The DQ Champ pushes Miguel Torres back to the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Aljamain Sterling looks to counter!
The DQ Champ moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres sits up and gets an arm around The DQ Champ's neck!
The DQ Champ pushes Miguel Torres back to the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to free his leg...
Aljamain Sterling uses some of his skill by jumping out of Jonathan Torrens's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Kevin MacDonald 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.
Miguel Torres attempts a sweep single...
Miguel Torres catches Aljamain Sterling's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Jonathan Torrens.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Jonathan Torrens is taking this opportunity to rest.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is taking this opportunity to rest.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Aljamain Sterling holds Miguel Torres and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to escape from closed guard...
The DQ Champ waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Miguel Torres! He is reversed and nor Aljamain Sterling is on half guard!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jonathan Torrens steps backwards away from Aljamain Sterling. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Miguel Torres moves forward and launches a low kick.
The DQ Champ blocks that.
Jonathan Torrens clumsily fails here and it's time for Aljamain Sterling to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Aljamain Sterling
that forces Jonathan Torrens to try and defend better.
Aljamain Sterling is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Aljamain Sterling and Jonathan Torrens engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Miguel Torres attempts a sweep single...
Miguel Torres catches Aljamain Sterling's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Jonathan Torrens.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Miguel Torres!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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The DQ Champ is holding Miguel Torres's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Miguel Torres loses balance and goes to the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling keeps control and remains in side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass to half guard...
Miguel Torres can't prevent his opponent from passing. The DQ Champ looks to work from half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ sits over his knees and pushes away Jonathan Torrens's leg!
Aljamain Sterling is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling is cooling the fight on the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount!
Jonathan Torrens won't allow him to take this position easily.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling looks to mount Miguel Torres...
Aljamain Sterling slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens is moving on the ground...
The DQ Champ tries to counter Jonathan Torrens's moves on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
The DQ Champ catch Miguel Torres's left arm and tries a kimura
Miguel Torres holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Miguel Torres gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Punishing hold!
That armbar from Aljamain Sterling appears to be unbreakable
Jonathan Torrens is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Aljamain Sterling doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Jonathan Torrens breaks the lock showing some skills...
Jonathan Torrens tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling has seen better days.
Aljamain Sterling throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Jonathan Torrens breaks the lock showing some skills...
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
The DQ Champ goes for an armbar!
Miguel Torres breaks the lock and pushes away Aljamain Sterling, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Kevin MacDonald 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 3:00 in the 3 round
The DQ Champ is holding Miguel Torres's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Miguel Torres loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:10 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling keeps control and remains in side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Miguel Torres manages to switch to half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Jonathan Torrens tries an armbar from the bottom!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
The DQ Champ is trying to counter now!
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass Miguel Torres's guard...
Aljamain Sterling manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling keeps control and remains in side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Jonathan Torrens blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Miguel Torres is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Miguel Torres is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Miguel Torres pushes The DQ Champ's leg and tries to move to full mount.
The DQ Champ rolls and he's now on half guard over Miguel Torres. Nice reversal.
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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Jonathan Torrens is holding Aljamain Sterling's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Aljamain Sterling loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miguel Torres is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Aljamain Sterling attempts to trap Miguel Torres in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling manages to switch to full guard.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Jonathan Torrens pulls his arm out of danger.
Jonathan Torrens is trying to counter now!
Miguel Torres is looking to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Aljamain Sterling has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to escape from the closed guard
Miguel Torres any adventage in the ground.
The DQ Champ is trying to counter now!
The DQ Champ attempts a triangle from bottom! Miguel Torres slips out. The DQ Champ quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Miguel Torres slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Miguel Torres. 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.
Kevin MacDonald tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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The DQ Champ moves backwards and Miguel Torres is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jonathan Torrens is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The DQ Champ struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Jonathan Torrens tries an armbar from the bottom!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Jonathan Torrens misses a step and Aljamain Sterling sees an opportunity to counter him!
The DQ Champ moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The DQ Champ blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ tries to jump to side mount.
Miguel Torres closed his guard around Aljamain Sterling.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens tries to show some ground skills
Miguel Torres put The DQ Champ in half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
BJJ! That is what must be passing through The DQ Champ's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens tries to close his guard around The DQ Champ
He is not able to do it
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Deep breaths from Miguel Torres who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
The DQ Champ blocks those punches
Kevin MacDonald stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Miguel Torres is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
The DQ Champ is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Miguel Torres is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Jonathan Torrens studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Miguel Torres goes with a looping right hand while Aljamain Sterling jumps back and jabs
Jonathan Torrens only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Jonathan Torrens grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The DQ Champ struggles... Miguel Torres is unable to take him down
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Miguel Torres didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass to half guard...
Miguel Torres's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ tries to jump to side mount.
Miguel Torres closed his guard around Aljamain Sterling.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Miguel Torres manages to switch to half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling isolates Miguel Torres's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Miguel Torres is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
The DQ Champ blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Jonathan Torrens's guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens tries an armbar from the bottom!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling looks to mount Miguel Torres...
Miguel Torres takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Kevin MacDonald separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 5
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Miguel Torres fires an unorthodox punch to The DQ Champ's torso
that goes wide.
The DQ Champ tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Aljamain Sterling is measuring Jonathan Torrens with his jab.
Jonathan Torrens isn't fazed.
Jonathan Torrens seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Miguel Torres is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Miguel Torres is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Jonathan Torrens and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
Aljamain Sterling has seen better days.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Jonathan Torrens is holding Aljamain Sterling's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Aljamain Sterling loses balance and goes to the ground.
The DQ Champ's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Miguel Torres is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Jonathan Torrens shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
The DQ Champ pushes Miguel Torres forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens attempts a triangle from bottom! Aljamain Sterling slips out. Jonathan Torrens quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Aljamain Sterling slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Miguel Torres. 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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Jonathan Torrens seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Jonathan Torrens studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Miguel Torres attempts a sweep single...
Miguel Torres catches Aljamain Sterling's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Jonathan Torrens.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Miguel Torres!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Miguel Torres gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass to half guard...
Miguel Torres can't prevent his opponent from passing. The DQ Champ looks to work from half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Miguel Torres cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Miguel Torres is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Miguel Torres looks to mount Aljamain Sterling...
Aljamain Sterling sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
The clock says 3:30 in the 5 round
Miguel Torres is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling manages to switch to full guard.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Miguel Torres realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Miguel Torres to fight back!
Jonathan Torrens opts to jump inside The DQ Champ's guard.
The DQ Champ didn't see that coming. Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ now.
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Jonathan Torrens blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The DQ Champ is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jonathan Torrens is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to finish with a leg lock!
Jonathan Torrens is able to break the lock.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The DQ Champ blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Poorly executed technique. Aljamain Sterling looks to counter!
Aljamain Sterling pushes Miguel Torres against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The DQ Champ jumps and tries to free his leg! Jonathan Torrens doesn't allow this but Aljamain Sterling is able to get half guard here.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Stand up! This is what The DQ Champ's cornermen are shouting. Miguel Torres is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Miguel Torres overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The DQ Champ pulls his arm out of danger.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling has punished Jonathan Torrens very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Miguel Torres is cooling the fight on the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Kevin MacDonald 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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Jonathan Torrens grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The DQ Champ struggles... Miguel Torres is unable to take him down
Miguel Torres is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kevin MacDonald 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.
Winner is Aljamain Sterling by Split decision
Statistics: Miguel Torres
Punches 3/9 (33%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 7/11 (64%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 18/18 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 89,13
Time on the ground 1010 s
Statistics: Aljamain Sterling
Punches 12/18 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/4 (50%)
Submissions 23/23 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 667,96
Time on the ground 1010 s
Interesting this was a split, based on damage. Looks like Sterling won or dominated pretty much everywhere. But who am I to judge. I have 20/20 vision.
Miguel Torres glares at his opponent from the opposite corner.
Aljamain Sterling looks at the ground while he does his calming exercises. He knows he can not fail this night.
Miguel Torres has fight Aljamain Sterling 1 times. He has won 1 of them.
It's hard to say who will be winning this fight. The specialized media doesn't have a favourite either.
Miguel Torres comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Kevin MacDonald.
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Round 1
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Miguel Torres and Aljamain Sterling touch gloves in the center to get this fight started!
The clock says 0:10 in the 1 round
Jonathan Torrens has a high cardio that helps him make great performances.
Jonathan Torrens decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Jonathan Torrens moves back and takes a deep breath.
As the fight continues it seems that Aljamain Sterling is taking the best of the fight.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:35 in the 1 round
Aljamain Sterling is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Solid jabs from Aljamain Sterling.
Nice punches.
There is a small laceration on Miguel Torres's Chin
Jonathan Torrens seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Miguel Torres tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The DQ Champ is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:10 in the 1 round
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Miguel Torres tries to pass to half guard...
Aljamain Sterling's closes his guard to prevent the pass.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Miguel Torres tries to better his position on the ground...
The DQ Champ holds Miguel Torres's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Miguel Torres fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
Miguel Torres is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling tries to turn in and scramble out. Miguel Torres timed him perfectly and locks up a guillotine!
Aljamain Sterling slips his head out and manages to gain top control.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The DQ Champ blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ is in closed guard... Jonathan Torrens tries to roll on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Kevin MacDonald 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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Miguel Torres tries to bring the fight to the ground
The DQ Champ won't budge, forcing Jonathan Torrens to pull guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to better his position on the ground...
The DQ Champ breaks the closed guard of Miguel Torres and moves to half guard
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling isolates Miguel Torres's left arm looking for an armbar...
Miguel Torres manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Aljamain Sterling lost his dominant position.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Miguel Torres to fight back!
Miguel Torres 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 The DQ Champ's moves.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Punishing hold!
Jonathan Torrens hyper-extended his leg
That Kneebar looks tight...
That Kneebar from Aljamain Sterling appears to be unbreakable
That Kneebar looks tight...
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
Jonathan Torrens struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ tries to close his guard around Jonathan Torrens
He succeeds!
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
The DQ Champ leans and gets Miguel Torres's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Miguel Torres!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Jonathan Torrens breaks the lock showing some skills...
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Aljamain Sterling pushes Miguel Torres down and prevents his attempts to escape
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling tries to better his position on the ground...
The DQ Champ is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Aljamain Sterling pushes Miguel Torres down and prevents his attempts to escape
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The clock says 4:30 in the 1 round
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Miguel Torres didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The DQ Champ pulls his arm out of danger.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres throws up a triangle attempt!
Aljamain Sterling postures up and breaks the triangle.
Kevin MacDonald tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Miguel Torres, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Jonathan Torrens fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
The DQ Champ sprawls and remains on his feet.
The clock says 0:20 in the 2 round
Jonathan Torrens grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to jump to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens works on the ground with his fingers over The DQ Champ's face
The DQ Champ shakes his head and continues fighting on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling looks to posture up and open Miguel Torres's guard...
Aljamain Sterling forces Miguel Torres to open his guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
The DQ Champ is locking that Kneebar...
That Kneebar looks tight...
Jonathan Torrens rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Kevin MacDonald 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 fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Aljamain Sterling!
Jonathan Torrens is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Aljamain Sterling tries to bring the fight to the ground
Jonathan Torrens goes down.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The DQ Champ struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
The clock says 2:00 in the 2 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ tries to open up Jonathan Torrens with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Jonathan Torrens is trying to block them with his hands...
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Jonathan Torrens rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
The DQ Champ misses a step and Miguel Torres sees an opportunity to counter him!
Miguel Torres overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The DQ Champ pulls his arm out of danger.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres has seen better days.
Miguel Torres sits up and gets an arm around The DQ Champ's neck!
The DQ Champ pushes Miguel Torres back to the ground.
Poorly executed technique. Aljamain Sterling looks to counter!
The DQ Champ moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres sits up and gets an arm around The DQ Champ's neck!
The DQ Champ pushes Miguel Torres back to the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to free his leg...
Aljamain Sterling uses some of his skill by jumping out of Jonathan Torrens's guard. He moves quickly to full mount!
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's right leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Kevin MacDonald 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.
Miguel Torres attempts a sweep single...
Miguel Torres catches Aljamain Sterling's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Jonathan Torrens.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Jonathan Torrens is taking this opportunity to rest.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is taking this opportunity to rest.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Aljamain Sterling holds Miguel Torres and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to escape from closed guard...
The DQ Champ waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Miguel Torres! He is reversed and nor Aljamain Sterling is on half guard!
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Jonathan Torrens steps backwards away from Aljamain Sterling. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Miguel Torres moves forward and launches a low kick.
The DQ Champ blocks that.
Jonathan Torrens clumsily fails here and it's time for Aljamain Sterling to fight back!
Brilliant combination from Aljamain Sterling
that forces Jonathan Torrens to try and defend better.
Aljamain Sterling is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Aljamain Sterling and Jonathan Torrens engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Miguel Torres attempts a sweep single...
Miguel Torres catches Aljamain Sterling's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Jonathan Torrens.
The clock says 4:55 in the 2 round
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Miguel Torres!
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 3
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The DQ Champ is holding Miguel Torres's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Miguel Torres loses balance and goes to the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling keeps control and remains in side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass to half guard...
Miguel Torres can't prevent his opponent from passing. The DQ Champ looks to work from half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ sits over his knees and pushes away Jonathan Torrens's leg!
Aljamain Sterling is able to put away his leg and then jumps to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling is cooling the fight on the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
The DQ Champ tries to move to full mount!
Jonathan Torrens won't allow him to take this position easily.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling looks to mount Miguel Torres...
Aljamain Sterling slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens is moving on the ground...
The DQ Champ tries to counter Jonathan Torrens's moves on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
The DQ Champ catch Miguel Torres's left arm and tries a kimura
Miguel Torres holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Miguel Torres gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling tries to finish the fight with an armbar from the top
Punishing hold!
That armbar from Aljamain Sterling appears to be unbreakable
Jonathan Torrens is smart enough to avoid the submission attempt
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
Aljamain Sterling doesn't want to lose his adventageous position and he struggles to mantain the full mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Jonathan Torrens breaks the lock showing some skills...
Jonathan Torrens tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling has seen better days.
Aljamain Sterling throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Jonathan Torrens breaks the lock showing some skills...
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
The DQ Champ goes for an armbar!
Miguel Torres breaks the lock and pushes away Aljamain Sterling, who rolls over his back and gets to standing position.
Kevin MacDonald 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 3:00 in the 3 round
The DQ Champ is holding Miguel Torres's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Miguel Torres loses balance and goes to the ground.
The clock says 3:10 in the 3 round
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling keeps control and remains in side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Miguel Torres manages to switch to half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Jonathan Torrens tries an armbar from the bottom!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
The DQ Champ is trying to counter now!
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass Miguel Torres's guard...
Aljamain Sterling manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling keeps control and remains in side mount.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Jonathan Torrens blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Miguel Torres is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Miguel Torres is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Miguel Torres pushes The DQ Champ's leg and tries to move to full mount.
The DQ Champ rolls and he's now on half guard over Miguel Torres. Nice reversal.
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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Jonathan Torrens is holding Aljamain Sterling's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Aljamain Sterling loses balance and goes to the ground.
Miguel Torres is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Aljamain Sterling is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Aljamain Sterling attempts to trap Miguel Torres in his guard.
Aljamain Sterling manages to switch to full guard.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
Jonathan Torrens pulls his arm out of danger.
Jonathan Torrens is trying to counter now!
Miguel Torres is looking to pass Aljamain Sterling's guard...
Aljamain Sterling has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
The clock says 4:50 in the 3 round
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens tries to escape from the closed guard
Miguel Torres any adventage in the ground.
The DQ Champ is trying to counter now!
The DQ Champ attempts a triangle from bottom! Miguel Torres slips out. The DQ Champ quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Miguel Torres slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Miguel Torres. 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.
Kevin MacDonald tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
That was a close round.
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Round 4
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The DQ Champ moves backwards and Miguel Torres is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jonathan Torrens is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 0:30 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The DQ Champ struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens has some bruises after a few exchanges with his opponent.
Jonathan Torrens tries an armbar from the bottom!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Jonathan Torrens misses a step and Aljamain Sterling sees an opportunity to counter him!
The DQ Champ moves on the ground..
He gets half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The DQ Champ blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 1:05 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ tries to jump to side mount.
Miguel Torres closed his guard around Aljamain Sterling.
The clock says 1:25 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Jonathan Torrens tries to show some ground skills
Miguel Torres put The DQ Champ in half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in half guard.
The clock says 1:45 in the 4 round
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Miguel Torres manages to switch to full guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
BJJ! That is what must be passing through The DQ Champ's mind right now. Nobody wants to stay long in that position with a submission artist like Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens tries to close his guard around The DQ Champ
He is not able to do it
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Deep breaths from Miguel Torres who tries a hammer punch to The DQ Champ's ribs.
The DQ Champ blocks those punches
Kevin MacDonald stands the fighters up due to a lack of activity.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Miguel Torres is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 2:35 in the 4 round
The DQ Champ is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Miguel Torres is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Jonathan Torrens studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Miguel Torres goes with a looping right hand while Aljamain Sterling jumps back and jabs
Jonathan Torrens only hits air and the subsequent exchange is fruitless.
Jonathan Torrens grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The DQ Champ struggles... Miguel Torres is unable to take him down
The DQ Champ fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Miguel Torres didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ sure knows how to turn you into a pretzel. He can finish the fight anytime while on the ground.
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass to half guard...
Miguel Torres's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
The DQ Champ tries to jump to side mount.
Miguel Torres closed his guard around Aljamain Sterling.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres attempts to trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard.
Miguel Torres manages to switch to half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling isolates Miguel Torres's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Miguel Torres is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
The DQ Champ blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Jonathan Torrens's guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens tries an armbar from the bottom!
Aljamain Sterling breaks the lock and moves himself to side control.
Aljamain Sterling is in side mount over Miguel Torres
Aljamain Sterling looks to mount Miguel Torres...
Miguel Torres takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
Kevin MacDonald separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 5
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Miguel Torres fires an unorthodox punch to The DQ Champ's torso
that goes wide.
The DQ Champ tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Aljamain Sterling is measuring Jonathan Torrens with his jab.
Jonathan Torrens isn't fazed.
Jonathan Torrens seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The DQ Champ moves backwards and Miguel Torres is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Miguel Torres is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 0:50 in the 5 round
Jonathan Torrens and The DQ Champ circle around the center of the cage.
Aljamain Sterling has seen better days.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 1:20 in the 5 round
Jonathan Torrens is holding Aljamain Sterling's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Aljamain Sterling loses balance and goes to the ground.
The DQ Champ's left arm is getting wrenched, it appears to be injured
Miguel Torres is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Jonathan Torrens shifts to north-south position and tries to finish with a lock!
The DQ Champ pushes Miguel Torres forward against his back and breaks the lock!
Aljamain Sterling is in closed guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens attempts a triangle from bottom! Aljamain Sterling slips out. Jonathan Torrens quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Aljamain Sterling slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Kevin MacDonald halts the fight to stand up Miguel Torres. 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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Jonathan Torrens seems hesitant as if he would give the initiative to his opponent.
Jonathan Torrens studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Miguel Torres attempts a sweep single...
Miguel Torres catches Aljamain Sterling's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Jonathan Torrens.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
Jonathan Torrens is in closed guard... The DQ Champ tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Miguel Torres!
Aljamain Sterling is in full mount over Miguel Torres
Miguel Torres tries to roll to his side and trap Aljamain Sterling in his guard...
Miguel Torres gets his hip out and moves to full guard.
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to pass to half guard...
Miguel Torres can't prevent his opponent from passing. The DQ Champ looks to work from half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Miguel Torres attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling keeps good control and remains in half guard.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
The clock says 3:10 in the 5 round
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Miguel Torres cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Miguel Torres is in side mount over Aljamain Sterling
Miguel Torres looks to mount Aljamain Sterling...
Aljamain Sterling sees an opening and locks his opponent in half guard.
The clock says 3:30 in the 5 round
Miguel Torres is in half guard over The DQ Champ
Aljamain Sterling attempts to move to full guard
Aljamain Sterling manages to switch to full guard.
Miguel Torres is in closed guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Miguel Torres realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
The DQ Champ clumsily fails here and it's time for Miguel Torres to fight back!
Jonathan Torrens opts to jump inside The DQ Champ's guard.
The DQ Champ didn't see that coming. Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ now.
Miguel Torres is in open guard over The DQ Champ
The DQ Champ reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Jonathan Torrens blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The DQ Champ is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Aljamain Sterling tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jonathan Torrens is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling tries to finish with a leg lock!
Jonathan Torrens is able to break the lock.
Aljamain Sterling is in open guard over Jonathan Torrens
Jonathan Torrens reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
The DQ Champ blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
Poorly executed technique. Aljamain Sterling looks to counter!
Aljamain Sterling pushes Miguel Torres against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
The DQ Champ jumps and tries to free his leg! Jonathan Torrens doesn't allow this but Aljamain Sterling is able to get half guard here.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Stand up! This is what The DQ Champ's cornermen are shouting. Miguel Torres is a submission master and he can finish the fight if you mess with him on the ground.
Miguel Torres overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
The DQ Champ pulls his arm out of danger.
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling has punished Jonathan Torrens very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Miguel Torres is cooling the fight on the ground
Aljamain Sterling is in half guard over Jonathan Torrens
Aljamain Sterling hooks Jonathan Torrens's left leg and sits back for a kneebar!
Miguel Torres manages to kick The DQ Champ away and scrambles on top!
Kevin MacDonald 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 Pavilhão Atlântico (Lisbon, Portugal) are cheering for the fighters.
Jonathan Torrens grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
The DQ Champ struggles... Miguel Torres is unable to take him down
Miguel Torres is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Kevin MacDonald 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.
Winner is Aljamain Sterling by Split decision
Statistics: Miguel Torres
Punches 3/9 (33%)
Kicks 0/1 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/2 (0%)
Takedowns 7/11 (64%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 18/18 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 89,13
Time on the ground 1010 s
Statistics: Aljamain Sterling
Punches 12/18 (67%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/7 (100%)
GnP strikes 2/4 (50%)
Submissions 23/23 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 667,96
Time on the ground 1010 s
Interesting this was a split, based on damage. Looks like Sterling won or dominated pretty much everywhere. But who am I to judge. I have 20/20 vision.
