Post by The Sandman on Aug 17, 2021 21:14:04 GMT -5
Jacare enters the cage and this place seems about to burst! He may be sure the fans are with him today.
Evan Tanner looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Ronaldo Souza looks like he's feeling the pressure.
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.
Evan Tanner comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
Ronaldo Souza comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Tanner grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Jacare struggles... Evan Tanner is unable to take him down
Jacare looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Evan Tanner's punches
Jacare is on the receiving end of a great combo by Tanner.
A solid combination from Evan Tanner
mostly hits air.
0:43 Round 1 and Tanner is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Evan Tanner is measuring Jacare with his jab.
Jacare isn't fazed.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Ronaldo Souza fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Tanner shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Evan Tanner and Jacare engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
As the fight continues it seems that Ronaldo Souza is taking the best of the fight.
Ronaldo Souza shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Evan Tanner is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Jacare into his guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Ronaldo Souza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to trap Ronaldo Souza in his guard.
Evan Tanner manages to switch to full guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner throws up a triangle attempt!
Ronaldo Souza postures up and breaks the triangle.
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Jacare is in closed guard... Tanner tries to roll on the ground!
Ronaldo Souza uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Deep breaths from Evan Tanner who tries a hammer punch to Jacare's ribs.
That hit Jacare who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Jacare is in closed guard... Tanner tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ronaldo Souza!
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Jacare tries to escape from the full mount...
Evan Tanner is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Ronaldo Souza
Ronaldo Souza attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Evan Tanner keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Ronaldo Souza
Evan Tanner goes for an americana!
Jacare breaks free.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Ronaldo Souza
Evan Tanner looks to mount Ronaldo Souza...
Ronaldo Souza takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in open guard over Jacare
Jacare moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Evan Tanner breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Ronaldo Souza gets sloppy and Evan Tanner tries to take advantage...
Tanner tries to launch a few punches to Ronaldo Souza
Jacare is able to achieve closed guard and counter Evan Tanner's punches.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner tries to escape from closed guard...
Tanner struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner tries to pass Ronaldo Souza's guard...
Ronaldo Souza's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner attempts a sweep single...
Evan Tanner catches Ronaldo Souza's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Tanner.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner was tooling Ronaldo Souza for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Ronaldo Souza lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Ronaldo Souza slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Evan Tanner cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Jacare clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner tries to better his position on the ground...
Jacare holds Evan Tanner's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner is looking to pass Ronaldo Souza's guard...
Evan Tanner gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner pushes Jacare's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Jacare rolls and he's now on half guard over Evan Tanner. Nice reversal.
Ronaldo Souza is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner sits up and gets an arm around Jacare's neck!
Jacare pushes Evan Tanner back to the ground.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
You have to give that round to Evan Tanner.
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Round 2
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Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Tanner and Jacare circle around the center of the cage.
Jacare is holding Evan Tanner's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Evan Tanner loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Ronaldo Souza tries a kimura
Tanner breaks the lock.
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner breaths deeply while on the ground
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to trap Ronaldo Souza in his guard.
Evan Tanner manages to switch to half guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Evan Tanner manages to switch to full guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Jacare's ribs.
Ronaldo Souza is in open guard over Tanner
Jacare is in open guard over Tanner... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Tanner rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Ronaldo Souza. 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 Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
Evan Tanner takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Evan Tanner is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Ronaldo Souza takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Jacare and Tanner circle around the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Jacare fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tanner sprawls and remains on his feet.
Evan Tanner shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Ronaldo Souza is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Tanner into his guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Jacare is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Ronaldo Souza isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Tanner blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Jacare's guard.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Jacare is covering himself! Tanner tries to force the situation and Jacare clumsily gives his back!
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Jacare clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner hovers above Jacare
Good punches to Jacare's body.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
Tanner studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Evan Tanner, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Jacare studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Tanner moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Jacare with a double overhooks!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Evan Tanner!
Jacare is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Ronaldo Souza!
Tanner ducks under...
Jacare misses a step and Evan Tanner sees an opportunity to counter him!
Evan Tanner tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jacare is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is in open guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner pushes Ronaldo Souza against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Tanner jumps and tries to free his leg! Jacare doesn't allow this but Evan Tanner is able to get half guard here.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner works on the ground with his fingers over Jacare's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see the foul!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Ronaldo Souza sits up and gets an arm around Tanner's neck!
Tanner pushes Ronaldo Souza back to the ground.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Deep breaths from Ronaldo Souza who tries a hammer punch to Tanner's ribs.
Tanner blocks those punches
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Jacare reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Tanner blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Jacare is covering himself! Tanner tries to force the situation and Jacare clumsily gives his back!
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Evan Tanner tries to get his arm under Ronaldo Souza's chin but can't do it. He locks his arms over Ronaldo Souza's neck and tries to finish him with a neck crank!
Ronaldo Souza easily defends the attempt.
Tanner clumsily fails here and it's time for Ronaldo Souza to fight back!
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Body shots by Evan Tanner
Solid blows to Jacare's abdomen.
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Tanner tries to open up Jacare with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Jacare is trying to block them with his hands...
Jacare's Forehead is beginning to swell
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is trying to counter now!
Evan Tanner throws a flurry of punches at Jacare...
A lot of them are hitting Jacare's face
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
Tanner studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Evan Tanner shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Ronaldo Souza is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Tanner into his guard.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Pitty-pat punches from Tanner
They're bothering Jacare even though they aren't hurting him.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Ronaldo Souza gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Tanner spins out, but Ronaldo Souza was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Tanner is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Ronaldo Souza. 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.
Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Jacare moves forward looking for some action
Evan Tanner doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Jacare is holding Evan Tanner's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Evan Tanner shows great balance while pushing away Ronaldo Souza
Jacare misses a step and Evan Tanner sees an opportunity to counter him!
Tanner is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Jacare's jaw!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Evan Tanner.
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Round 4
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Ronaldo Souza shoots for a double leg takedown!
Evan Tanner sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Ronaldo Souza tries to bring the fight to the ground
Tanner won't budge, forcing Jacare to pull guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Tanner tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Evan Tanner positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Evan Tanner is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Jacare's abdomen
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Tanner is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Pitty-pat punches from Tanner
They're bothering Jacare even though they aren't hurting him.
Jacare's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Ronaldo Souza tries to roll to his side and trap Evan Tanner in his guard...
Evan Tanner keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Tanner suddenly holds Ronaldo Souza's arm and tries an armbar!
That Armbar from Evan Tanner appears to be unbreakable
Punishing hold!
Jacare struggles to free himself
You can see the pain reflected in Jacare's eyes...
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Jacare Hyper-extended his left arm
That Armbar looks tight...
Steve Mazzagatti breaks Evan Tanner's lock! This is over! Jacare didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Evan Tanner by Submission (Armbar) at 1:24 Round 4
Statistics: Evan Tanner
Punches 5/13 (38%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 4/5 (80%)
GnP strikes 20/31 (65%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 535 s
Statistics: Ronaldo Souza
Punches 3/5 (60%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/6 (33%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 535 s
Souza just announced his retirement this past week. Tanner retired years ago, when he died. This fight, of the dying people, resulted in zombie Evan getting it done!
Evan Tanner looks like he's feeling the pressure.
Ronaldo Souza looks like he's feeling the pressure.
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.
Evan Tanner comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
Ronaldo Souza comes with a 3 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The bell announces the first round!
Tanner grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Jacare struggles... Evan Tanner is unable to take him down
Jacare looks for angles as he throws a few jabs that are countered by Evan Tanner's punches
Jacare is on the receiving end of a great combo by Tanner.
A solid combination from Evan Tanner
mostly hits air.
0:43 Round 1 and Tanner is still in good shape. He sure has trained hard for this fight.
Evan Tanner is measuring Jacare with his jab.
Jacare isn't fazed.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
Ronaldo Souza fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The clock says 1:05 in the 1 round
Tanner shows no signs of slowing down. He's in great shape.
Evan Tanner and Jacare engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
As the fight continues it seems that Ronaldo Souza is taking the best of the fight.
Ronaldo Souza shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Evan Tanner is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Jacare into his guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Ronaldo Souza cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to trap Ronaldo Souza in his guard.
Evan Tanner manages to switch to full guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner throws up a triangle attempt!
Ronaldo Souza postures up and breaks the triangle.
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Jacare is in closed guard... Tanner tries to roll on the ground!
Ronaldo Souza uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Deep breaths from Evan Tanner who tries a hammer punch to Jacare's ribs.
That hit Jacare who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Ronaldo Souza is in closed guard over Tanner
Jacare is in closed guard... Tanner tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Ronaldo Souza!
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Jacare tries to escape from the full mount...
Evan Tanner is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Ronaldo Souza
Ronaldo Souza attempts to trap Evan Tanner in his guard.
Evan Tanner keeps control and remains in side mount.
The clock says 2:55 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Ronaldo Souza
Evan Tanner goes for an americana!
Jacare breaks free.
Evan Tanner is in side mount over Ronaldo Souza
Evan Tanner looks to mount Ronaldo Souza...
Ronaldo Souza takes advantage of his opponent's over commitment and traps him in full guard.
The clock says 3:15 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in open guard over Jacare
Jacare moves to high guard and tries to close an armbar!
Evan Tanner breaks the lock, rolls on the ground and stands up quickly.
Ronaldo Souza gets sloppy and Evan Tanner tries to take advantage...
Tanner tries to launch a few punches to Ronaldo Souza
Jacare is able to achieve closed guard and counter Evan Tanner's punches.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner tries to escape from closed guard...
Tanner struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner tries to pass Ronaldo Souza's guard...
Ronaldo Souza's guard is too good and he fails to pass.
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner attempts a sweep single...
Evan Tanner catches Ronaldo Souza's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Tanner.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner was tooling Ronaldo Souza for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Ronaldo Souza lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Ronaldo Souza slides his legs high and tries to apply a triangle!
Evan Tanner cuts to the side and manages to pass to side mount!
Jacare clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner tries to better his position on the ground...
Jacare holds Evan Tanner's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner is looking to pass Ronaldo Souza's guard...
Evan Tanner gets his hips free and moves to half guard.
The clock says 4:40 in the 1 round
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner pushes Jacare's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Jacare rolls and he's now on half guard over Evan Tanner. Nice reversal.
Ronaldo Souza is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner sits up and gets an arm around Jacare's neck!
Jacare pushes Evan Tanner back to the ground.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
You have to give that round to Evan Tanner.
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Round 2
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Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Tanner and Jacare circle around the center of the cage.
Jacare is holding Evan Tanner's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Evan Tanner loses balance and goes to the ground.
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Ronaldo Souza tries a kimura
Tanner breaks the lock.
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Tanner breaths deeply while on the ground
Ronaldo Souza is in side mount over Evan Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to trap Ronaldo Souza in his guard.
Evan Tanner manages to switch to half guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in half guard over Tanner
Evan Tanner attempts to move to full guard
Evan Tanner manages to switch to full guard.
Ronaldo Souza is in open guard over Tanner
Tanner launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting Jacare's ribs.
Ronaldo Souza is in open guard over Tanner
Jacare is in open guard over Tanner... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Tanner rolls on the ground trying to get free and after a few kicks of his own he escapes.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Ronaldo Souza. 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 Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
Evan Tanner takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Evan Tanner is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Ronaldo Souza takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Jacare and Tanner circle around the center of the cage.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Jacare fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Tanner sprawls and remains on his feet.
Evan Tanner shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Ronaldo Souza is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Tanner into his guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Jacare is a savvy submission specialist. It's an honor just to watch him work on the ground.
Ronaldo Souza isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
Tanner blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Jacare's guard.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Jacare is covering himself! Tanner tries to force the situation and Jacare clumsily gives his back!
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Jacare clumsily fails here and it's time for Evan Tanner to fight back!
Evan Tanner hovers above Jacare
Good punches to Jacare's body.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
Tanner studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Steve Mazzagatti tells the fighters to go to their corners as the round is over.
This round is maybe for Evan Tanner, but it's close.
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Round 3
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Jacare studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Tanner moves forward looking for some action
He surprises Jacare with a double overhooks!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Evan Tanner!
Jacare is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Ronaldo Souza!
Tanner ducks under...
Jacare misses a step and Evan Tanner sees an opportunity to counter him!
Evan Tanner tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
Jacare is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is in open guard over Jacare
Evan Tanner pushes Ronaldo Souza against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Tanner jumps and tries to free his leg! Jacare doesn't allow this but Evan Tanner is able to get half guard here.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner works on the ground with his fingers over Jacare's face
He seems to have encountered the eye! What a classless move!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see the foul!
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Ronaldo Souza sits up and gets an arm around Tanner's neck!
Tanner pushes Ronaldo Souza back to the ground.
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Deep breaths from Ronaldo Souza who tries a hammer punch to Tanner's ribs.
Tanner blocks those punches
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Jacare reaches under and rolls for a kneebar!
Tanner blocks the attempt and uses the opportunity to seize half guard.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is in half guard over Jacare
Tanner launches a few fake punches and tries to escape!
Jacare is covering himself! Tanner tries to force the situation and Jacare clumsily gives his back!
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Evan Tanner tries to get his arm under Ronaldo Souza's chin but can't do it. He locks his arms over Ronaldo Souza's neck and tries to finish him with a neck crank!
Ronaldo Souza easily defends the attempt.
Tanner clumsily fails here and it's time for Ronaldo Souza to fight back!
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Body shots by Evan Tanner
Solid blows to Jacare's abdomen.
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Tanner tries to open up Jacare with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Jacare is trying to block them with his hands...
Jacare's Forehead is beginning to swell
Tanner is in rear mount over Jacare
Jacare has Tanner controlling his back while on the ground. He tries to roll and find an escape...
Tanner is unable to move under Jacare control.
Tanner is trying to counter now!
Evan Tanner throws a flurry of punches at Jacare...
A lot of them are hitting Jacare's face
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters have climbed to their feet and they continue the fight standing. The people who are watching this in Olympic Indoor Arena (Athens, Greece) are cheering for the fighters.
Tanner studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Evan Tanner shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Ronaldo Souza is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull Tanner into his guard.
The clock says 3:40 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Pitty-pat punches from Tanner
They're bothering Jacare even though they aren't hurting him.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Ronaldo Souza gets an arm and tries to apply an armbar. Tanner spins out, but Ronaldo Souza was ready for that and quickly switches to a triangle choke!
Tanner is too good and managed to back out of danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Ronaldo Souza. 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.
Jacare moves backwards and Evan Tanner is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 4:10 in the 3 round
Evan Tanner is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Jacare moves forward looking for some action
Evan Tanner doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Jacare is holding Evan Tanner's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Evan Tanner shows great balance while pushing away Ronaldo Souza
Jacare misses a step and Evan Tanner sees an opportunity to counter him!
Tanner is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks Jacare's jaw!
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
This round is clearly for Evan Tanner.
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Round 4
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Ronaldo Souza shoots for a double leg takedown!
Evan Tanner sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
Ronaldo Souza tries to bring the fight to the ground
Tanner won't budge, forcing Jacare to pull guard.
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Evan Tanner is in closed guard over Jacare
Tanner is in closed guard... Jacare tries to roll on the ground!
Evan Tanner uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Tanner tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Evan Tanner positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Evan Tanner is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard Jacare's abdomen
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Tanner is hurt... He should be looking to avoid more damage or he will lose this fight.
Pitty-pat punches from Tanner
They're bothering Jacare even though they aren't hurting him.
Jacare's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Ronaldo Souza tries to roll to his side and trap Evan Tanner in his guard...
Evan Tanner keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 1:15 in the 4 round
Evan Tanner is in full mount over Ronaldo Souza
Tanner suddenly holds Ronaldo Souza's arm and tries an armbar!
That Armbar from Evan Tanner appears to be unbreakable
Punishing hold!
Jacare struggles to free himself
You can see the pain reflected in Jacare's eyes...
That Armbar looks tight...
That Armbar looks tight...
Punishing hold!
Jacare Hyper-extended his left arm
That Armbar looks tight...
Steve Mazzagatti breaks Evan Tanner's lock! This is over! Jacare didn't want to tap but the ref decided he wouldn't be able to escape from it!
Winner is Evan Tanner by Submission (Armbar) at 1:24 Round 4
Statistics: Evan Tanner
Punches 5/13 (38%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 4/5 (80%)
GnP strikes 20/31 (65%)
Submissions 6/6 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 535 s
Statistics: Ronaldo Souza
Punches 3/5 (60%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 2/6 (33%)
GnP strikes 0/1 (0%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 535 s
Souza just announced his retirement this past week. Tanner retired years ago, when he died. This fight, of the dying people, resulted in zombie Evan getting it done!