Post by The Sandman on Sept 15, 2021 1:45:23 GMT -5
People are cheering for this fighter. You can hear Tito Ortiz chants all around the place!
Luke Rockhold shifts back and forth nervously.
Tito Ortiz looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
And there you go! I would put my money on Tito Ortiz today.
Luke Rockhold 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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Rockhold and The Mayor move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Middle kick from The Mayor.
The kick just misses.
Tito Ortiz is measuring Rockhold with his jab.
Rockhold isn't fazed.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
A punch from Tito Ortiz
grazes Rockhold's left cheek.
A bunch of leg kicks from Tito Ortiz
are blocked by Rockhold.
The Mayor jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Tito Ortiz pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Luke Rockhold tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Rockhold circles out and slips free of Tito Ortiz's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The Mayor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor struggles on the ground and tries to break Luke Rockhold's guard...
Rockhold doesn't want to free his opponent and The Mayor continues in closed guard
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Good looking punches from Tito Ortiz on the ground
They could take their toll on Rockhold.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll to his side and trap Luke Rockhold in his guard...
Luke Rockhold keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll to his side and trap Luke Rockhold in his guard...
Luke Rockhold rolls him over and takes his back!
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor
Rockhold tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for The Mayor! Rockhold has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor with one hook in
The Mayor has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
The Mayor is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor with one hook in
Rockhold has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for The Mayor.
The Mayor uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor with one hook in
The Mayor is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Rockhold tries to use some of his tricky moves but Rockhold's is smart enough to counter him.
Tito Ortiz gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
The Mayor locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Luke Rockhold unil he can pull his arm free! Rockhold lost his dominant position.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to escape from the closed guard
Tito Ortiz any adventage in the ground.
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 Putra Indoor Stadium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are cheering for the fighters.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
A bunch of leg kicks from Tito Ortiz
are blocked by Rockhold.
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Solid jabs from Luke Rockhold.
The Mayor defends.
Tito Ortiz moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Tito Ortiz shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Luke Rockhold is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Mayor into his guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor struggles on the ground and tries to break Luke Rockhold's guard...
Tito Ortiz is in Rockhold open guard now
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz is cooling the fight on the ground
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz pushes Luke Rockhold against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Luke Rockhold struggles not allowing Tito Ortiz improve his position.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
The Mayor moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Rockhold's face!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
The Mayor blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Rockhold's guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold tries to close the guard.
Rockhold put Tito Ortiz in closed guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
The Mayor blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Rockhold's guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
The Mayor gets a good position on the ground. ..
Rockhold holds Tito Ortiz arms and counters his opponent punches.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 2
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Terrible one sided match... Rockhold was not ready to fight a fighter of Tito Ortiz caliber.
The Mayor jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Rockhold sees what was coming and ducks under his opponent and moves aside
Tito Ortiz tries to bring the fight to the ground
Rockhold goes down.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
That Shoulder Lock looks tight...
That Shoulder Lock looks tight...
The Mayor pulls his arm out of danger.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The Mayor is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Tito Ortiz uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
The Mayor's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see that!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to escape from closed guard...
Rockhold waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Tito Ortiz! He is reversed and nor Luke Rockhold is on half guard!
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz attempts to move to full guard
Tito Ortiz manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Luke Rockhold is cooling the fight on the ground
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Mayor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rockhold sprawls and remains on his feet.
Rockhold and The Mayor circle around the center of the cage.
The Mayor is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold shows great balance while pushing away Tito Ortiz
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Rockhold studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold attempts a sweep single...
Luke Rockhold catches Tito Ortiz's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Rockhold.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rockhold tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Luke Rockhold tries to open The Mayor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Luke Rockhold. The Mayor is unable to cover himself now!
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Luke Rockhold!
The clock says 4:35 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in full mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold tries to roll to his side and trap Tito Ortiz in his guard...
Luke Rockhold moves to half guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
The Mayor positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Rockhold's being punished here!
Rockhold has a small cut in his Nose
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold sits up and gets an arm around The Mayor's neck!
The Mayor pushes Luke Rockhold back to the ground.
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Tito Ortiz to fight back!
Tito Ortiz pushes Rockhold's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Rockhold rolls and he's now on half guard over Tito Ortiz. Nice reversal.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
The Mayor is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Tito Ortiz in his guard.
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to half guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to move to full guard
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz is looking to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Luke Rockhold has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz tries to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Tito Ortiz passes momentarily but Luke Rockhold regains full guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
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 Putra Indoor Stadium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are cheering for the fighters.
The Mayor moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Tito Ortiz tries to bring the fight to the ground
Rockhold won't budge, forcing The Mayor to pull guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold tries to escape from closed guard...
Rockhold struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
The Mayor breaths deeply while on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Luke Rockhold tries to pass Tito Ortiz's guard...
Luke Rockhold manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz attempts to trap Luke Rockhold in his guard.
Tito Ortiz manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Luke Rockhold tries to pass Tito Ortiz's guard...
Luke Rockhold manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz attempts to trap Luke Rockhold in his guard.
Tito Ortiz manages to switch to full guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold tries to escape from the closed guard
Rockhold succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against The Mayor's ribs.
The Mayor is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Luke Rockhold tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Mayor is able to break the lock.
Luke Rockhold gets sloppy and Tito Ortiz tries to take advantage...
The Mayor tries to close his guard around Rockhold
He succeeds!
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 Mayor is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Rockhold tries to move on the ground and shows Tito Ortiz a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Rockhold uses his forearms to block the impact!
The clock says 3:55 in the 3 round
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Tito Ortiz in his guard.
Tito Ortiz keeps control and remains in side mount.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Good looking punches from Tito Ortiz on the ground
They could take their toll on Rockhold.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Tito Ortiz looks to pass to mount...
The Mayor slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Luke Rockhold.
Tito Ortiz is in full mount over Luke Rockhold
Tito Ortiz takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Luke Rockhold shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Luke Rockhold breaks that americana attempt!
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Tito Ortiz is in full mount over Luke Rockhold
Rockhold tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to move to full guard
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Tito Ortiz, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Luke Rockhold is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold fires an unorthodox punch to The Mayor's torso
that hits its mark.
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Bone shattering straight left hand from Tito Ortiz!
Rockhold is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Tito Ortiz throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Rockhold.
Rockhold is holding Tito Ortiz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Tito Ortiz loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rockhold tries to cover his face,
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Body shots by Luke Rockhold
Solid blows to The Mayor's abdomen.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Luke Rockhold isolates Tito Ortiz's left arm looking for an armbar...
Tito Ortiz manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Luke Rockhold lost his dominant position.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The Mayor's ribs.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Luke Rockhold tries to better his position on the ground...
Rockhold is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Rockhold tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Luke Rockhold controls the situation despite Tito Ortiz efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold suddenly holds Tito Ortiz's arm and tries an armbar!
The Mayor can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Luke Rockhold!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Rockhold switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Mayor struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Rockhold leans and gets Tito Ortiz's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Rockhold throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Tito Ortiz realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Tito Ortiz. 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.
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The Mayor moves forward looking for some action
Luke Rockhold doesn't want to engage and backpedals
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
The Mayor decides to launch some tentative punches
Luke Rockhold takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The Mayor pushes Luke Rockhold and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Luke Rockhold tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Mayor is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to The Mayor's mid-section, he seems hurt
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The Mayor misses a step and Luke Rockhold sees an opportunity to counter him!
Rockhold tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Tito Ortiz. 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.
Nice beating Luke Rockhold has received.
Rockhold is holding Tito Ortiz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Tito Ortiz loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Tito Ortiz...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold catch Tito Ortiz's left arm and tries a kimura
Tito Ortiz holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Tito Ortiz.
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Round 5
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The Mayor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Rockhold struggles... Tito Ortiz is unable to take him down
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Luke Rockhold is measuring The Mayor with his jab.
The Mayor isn't fazed.
Tito Ortiz is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Tito Ortiz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces The Mayor to try and defend better.
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Rockhold moves backwards and Tito Ortiz is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The Mayor moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Rockhold wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Tito Ortiz pushes away Rockhold trying to keep the fight at striking range
Rockhold doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Tito Ortiz
The fighters are clinching.
The Mayor doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Luke Rockhold embrace and tries to move away...
Luke Rockhold pushes The Mayor forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Rockhold doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Tito Ortiz embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Rockhold who put distance between them
The Mayor wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Tito Ortiz is grappling and launching some wild punches...
Not the best move against Luke Rockhold who tries to take adventage of his opponent's mistakes.
Luke Rockhold pushes away The Mayor trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Mayor doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Luke Rockhold
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Mayor tries to dirty boxing while holds Rockhold against cage
Rockhold is aware of his surroundings and scapes from the clinch.
Rockhold grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Luke Rockhold
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Luke Rockhold doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Tito Ortiz. 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 Mayor steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Mayor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to move to full mount
The Mayor's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
The clock says 3:15 in the 5 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
The Mayor moves on the ground
The Mayor cannot take advantage in the ground
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold attempts a triangle from bottom! Tito Ortiz slips out. Rockhold quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Tito Ortiz slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Luke Rockhold. 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 Putra Indoor Stadium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are cheering for the fighters.
Luke Rockhold burned himself out. I don't think he has any gas left in the tank.
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The Mayor steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Rockhold moves backwards and Tito Ortiz is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Some nice shots from Luke Rockhold
miss their mark.
The Mayor is trying to counter now!
Tito Ortiz tries a hook to the body
but Rockhold manages to dodge it
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Tito Ortiz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Luke Rockhold fires an unorthodox punch to The Mayor's torso
that hits its mark.
Rockhold steps backwards away from Tito Ortiz. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Winner is Tito Ortiz by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Luke Rockhold
Punches 7/16 (44%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 10/13 (77%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 278,51
Time on the ground 817 s
Statistics: Tito Ortiz
Punches 3/7 (43%)
Kicks 0/7 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/6 (0%)
Takedowns 6/10 (60%)
GnP strikes 12/34 (35%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 186,37
Time on the ground 817 s
Anyone see a pattern here?
Also, STAMINA IS YOUR FRIEND, UPGRADERS!!!
Luke Rockhold shifts back and forth nervously.
Tito Ortiz looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
And there you go! I would put my money on Tito Ortiz today.
Luke Rockhold 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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Rockhold and The Mayor move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Middle kick from The Mayor.
The kick just misses.
Tito Ortiz is measuring Rockhold with his jab.
Rockhold isn't fazed.
The clock says 0:45 in the 1 round
A punch from Tito Ortiz
grazes Rockhold's left cheek.
A bunch of leg kicks from Tito Ortiz
are blocked by Rockhold.
The Mayor jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Tito Ortiz pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Luke Rockhold tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Rockhold circles out and slips free of Tito Ortiz's grip. Nice job of getting out of that position.
The Mayor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor struggles on the ground and tries to break Luke Rockhold's guard...
Rockhold doesn't want to free his opponent and The Mayor continues in closed guard
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Good looking punches from Tito Ortiz on the ground
They could take their toll on Rockhold.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll to his side and trap Luke Rockhold in his guard...
Luke Rockhold keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:15 in the 1 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz tries to roll to his side and trap Luke Rockhold in his guard...
Luke Rockhold rolls him over and takes his back!
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor
Rockhold tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for The Mayor! Rockhold has one hook in and keeps working!
The clock says 2:35 in the 1 round
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor with one hook in
The Mayor has to use some of his skills to escape safely from this position...
The Mayor is unable to find a way to scape from this.
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor with one hook in
Rockhold has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for The Mayor.
The Mayor uses his leg as leverage and manages to keep himself safe for now.
Rockhold is in rear mount over The Mayor with one hook in
The Mayor is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Rockhold tries to use some of his tricky moves but Rockhold's is smart enough to counter him.
Tito Ortiz gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm looking for an armbar from the back...
The Mayor locks his hands and forces his weight on top of Luke Rockhold unil he can pull his arm free! Rockhold lost his dominant position.
The clock says 3:05 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to escape from the closed guard
Tito Ortiz any adventage in the ground.
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 Putra Indoor Stadium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are cheering for the fighters.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
A bunch of leg kicks from Tito Ortiz
are blocked by Rockhold.
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Solid jabs from Luke Rockhold.
The Mayor defends.
Tito Ortiz moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Tito Ortiz shoots for a double leg takedown!
He hits it! Luke Rockhold is taken off his feet, but he manages to pull The Mayor into his guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor struggles on the ground and tries to break Luke Rockhold's guard...
Tito Ortiz is in Rockhold open guard now
The clock says 3:55 in the 1 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz is cooling the fight on the ground
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz pushes Luke Rockhold against the fence and then tries to improve his position.
Luke Rockhold struggles not allowing Tito Ortiz improve his position.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
The Mayor moves on the ground...
He remains in open guard.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz fakes some punches
then lands a big punch to Rockhold's face!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
The Mayor blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Rockhold's guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold tries to close the guard.
Rockhold put Tito Ortiz in closed guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold isolates an arm in a kimura attempt!
The Mayor blocks the hold and uses the opportunity to pass Rockhold's guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
The Mayor gets a good position on the ground. ..
Rockhold holds Tito Ortiz arms and counters his opponent punches.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
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Round 2
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Terrible one sided match... Rockhold was not ready to fight a fighter of Tito Ortiz caliber.
The Mayor jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Rockhold sees what was coming and ducks under his opponent and moves aside
Tito Ortiz tries to bring the fight to the ground
Rockhold goes down.
The clock says 0:35 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold overhooks an arm and starts cranking! Interesting meneuver.
That Shoulder Lock looks tight...
That Shoulder Lock looks tight...
The Mayor pulls his arm out of danger.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
The clock says 1:00 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The Mayor is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Tito Ortiz uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 1:25 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is moving on the ground...
Ouch! That was a headbutt! Did he do that intentionally?
The Mayor's Left eye is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Steve Mazzagatti didn't see that!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to escape from closed guard...
Rockhold waits for the moment and tries to roll! Too late for Tito Ortiz! He is reversed and nor Luke Rockhold is on half guard!
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz attempts to move to full guard
Tito Ortiz manages to switch to full guard.
The clock says 2:10 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Luke Rockhold is cooling the fight on the ground
Steve Mazzagatti 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 Mayor fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rockhold sprawls and remains on his feet.
Rockhold and The Mayor circle around the center of the cage.
The Mayor is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold shows great balance while pushing away Tito Ortiz
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Rockhold studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold attempts a sweep single...
Luke Rockhold catches Tito Ortiz's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Rockhold.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rockhold tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Luke Rockhold tries to open The Mayor's guard...
Great bombs from the top by Luke Rockhold. The Mayor is unable to cover himself now!
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Luke Rockhold!
The clock says 4:35 in the 2 round
Tito Ortiz is in full mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold tries to roll to his side and trap Tito Ortiz in his guard...
Luke Rockhold moves to half guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
The Mayor positions himself for a round of ground and pound and tries to finish the fight with some precise elbows!
One, two, three! Rockhold's being punished here!
Rockhold has a small cut in his Nose
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold sits up and gets an arm around The Mayor's neck!
The Mayor pushes Luke Rockhold back to the ground.
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Tito Ortiz to fight back!
Tito Ortiz pushes Rockhold's leg and tries to move to full mount.
Rockhold rolls and he's now on half guard over Tito Ortiz. Nice reversal.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 3
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The clock says 0:10 in the 3 round
The Mayor is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Tito Ortiz in his guard.
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to half guard.
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to move to full guard
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz is looking to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Luke Rockhold has a solid guard and keeps his ankles locked.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Tito Ortiz tries to pass Luke Rockhold's guard...
Tito Ortiz passes momentarily but Luke Rockhold regains full guard.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
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 Putra Indoor Stadium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are cheering for the fighters.
The Mayor moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Tito Ortiz tries to bring the fight to the ground
Rockhold won't budge, forcing The Mayor to pull guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold tries to escape from closed guard...
Rockhold struggles to liberate his leg and jumps to half guard!
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
The Mayor breaths deeply while on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Luke Rockhold tries to pass Tito Ortiz's guard...
Luke Rockhold manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz attempts to trap Luke Rockhold in his guard.
Tito Ortiz manages to switch to half guard.
The clock says 2:25 in the 3 round
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz tries to close the guard.
Nothing from this effort.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Luke Rockhold tries to pass Tito Ortiz's guard...
Luke Rockhold manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz attempts to trap Luke Rockhold in his guard.
Tito Ortiz manages to switch to full guard.
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is in closed guard... The Mayor tries to roll on the ground!
Luke Rockhold uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in closed guard over The Mayor
Rockhold tries to escape from the closed guard
Rockhold succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Rockhold is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against The Mayor's ribs.
The Mayor is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Luke Rockhold tries to finish with a leg lock!
The Mayor is able to break the lock.
Luke Rockhold gets sloppy and Tito Ortiz tries to take advantage...
The Mayor tries to close his guard around Rockhold
He succeeds!
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 Mayor is holding Luke Rockhold's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Luke Rockhold loses balance and goes to the ground.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Rockhold tries to move on the ground and shows Tito Ortiz a crack in his guard which he uses for a big elbow!
Rockhold uses his forearms to block the impact!
The clock says 3:55 in the 3 round
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to trap Tito Ortiz in his guard.
Tito Ortiz keeps control and remains in side mount.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Good looking punches from Tito Ortiz on the ground
They could take their toll on Rockhold.
Tito Ortiz is in side mount over Luke Rockhold
Tito Ortiz looks to pass to mount...
The Mayor slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Luke Rockhold.
Tito Ortiz is in full mount over Luke Rockhold
Tito Ortiz takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Luke Rockhold shoulder and pushes his left arm againts the mat!
Luke Rockhold breaks that americana attempt!
The clock says 4:40 in the 3 round
Tito Ortiz is in full mount over Luke Rockhold
Rockhold tries to move on the ground and escape from the full mount!
He successfully moves to half guard!
Tito Ortiz is in half guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold attempts to move to full guard
Luke Rockhold manages to switch to full guard.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Tito Ortiz, but it's close.
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Round 4
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Luke Rockhold is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold fires an unorthodox punch to The Mayor's torso
that hits its mark.
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Bone shattering straight left hand from Tito Ortiz!
Rockhold is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Tito Ortiz throws a punch
that finds an opening in the defense of Rockhold.
Rockhold is holding Tito Ortiz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Tito Ortiz loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Those punches sure are annoying because Rockhold tries to cover his face,
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Body shots by Luke Rockhold
Solid blows to The Mayor's abdomen.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Luke Rockhold isolates Tito Ortiz's left arm looking for an armbar...
Tito Ortiz manages to sit up and pull his arm out of danger! Luke Rockhold lost his dominant position.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold launches a few weak punches
Those punches are hitting The Mayor's ribs.
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold tries to close his guard around The Mayor
He succeeds!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Nice reversal! He is now in full mount over Tito Ortiz!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Luke Rockhold tries to better his position on the ground...
Rockhold is in a great position to begin a nice round of pounding!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Rockhold tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Luke Rockhold controls the situation despite Tito Ortiz efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold suddenly holds Tito Ortiz's arm and tries an armbar!
The Mayor can break the lock and now he is in a closed guard over Luke Rockhold!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
Luke Rockhold is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Rockhold switches to high guard just before trying to sink a triangle!
The Mayor struggles and his head turns red from the choke, but he manages to slip his head of the lock!
Tito Ortiz is in closed guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Rockhold leans and gets Tito Ortiz's arms as he brings him to the ground again.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Rockhold throws his legs up in a triangle attempt!
Tito Ortiz realizes the danger and stands up to avoid the attack.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Tito Ortiz. 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.
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The Mayor moves forward looking for some action
Luke Rockhold doesn't want to engage and backpedals
The clock says 3:30 in the 4 round
The Mayor decides to launch some tentative punches
Luke Rockhold takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The Mayor pushes Luke Rockhold and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Luke Rockhold tries to take the fight to the ground with a one leg takedown...
The Mayor is unable to remain on his feet and falls to the ground
Hard blow to The Mayor's mid-section, he seems hurt
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The Mayor misses a step and Luke Rockhold sees an opportunity to counter him!
Rockhold tries to stand up!
he is now on his feet
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Tito Ortiz. 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.
Nice beating Luke Rockhold has received.
Rockhold is holding Tito Ortiz's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Tito Ortiz loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Tito Ortiz
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Tito Ortiz...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Rockhold catch Tito Ortiz's left arm and tries a kimura
Tito Ortiz holds his own arm and struggles until he gets free
The clock says 4:50 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
You have to give that round to Tito Ortiz.
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Round 5
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The Mayor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Rockhold struggles... Tito Ortiz is unable to take him down
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Luke Rockhold is measuring The Mayor with his jab.
The Mayor isn't fazed.
Tito Ortiz is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
Tito Ortiz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces The Mayor to try and defend better.
The clock says 0:55 in the 5 round
Rockhold moves backwards and Tito Ortiz is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The Mayor moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Rockhold wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Tito Ortiz pushes away Rockhold trying to keep the fight at striking range
Rockhold doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Tito Ortiz
The fighters are clinching.
The Mayor doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Luke Rockhold embrace and tries to move away...
Luke Rockhold pushes The Mayor forward and doesn't allow him to break the clinch.
Poorly executed technique. Luke Rockhold looks to counter!
Rockhold doesn't want to clinch as he ducks under Tito Ortiz embrace and tries to move away...
Nice move from Rockhold who put distance between them
The Mayor wants to close the range and tries to grapple...
Nice move. He shoves himself over his opponent and secure a single collar tie.
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Tito Ortiz is grappling and launching some wild punches...
Not the best move against Luke Rockhold who tries to take adventage of his opponent's mistakes.
Luke Rockhold pushes away The Mayor trying to keep the fight at striking range
The Mayor doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Luke Rockhold
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
The Mayor tries to dirty boxing while holds Rockhold against cage
Rockhold is aware of his surroundings and scapes from the clinch.
Rockhold grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Luke Rockhold
The clock says 2:35 in the 5 round
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over The Mayor
Tito Ortiz launches a few punches to Rockhold's cheek from the guard.
Luke Rockhold uses his head to cover the punches and presses his skull forward.
Rockhold is trying to counter now!
Luke Rockhold doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He moves fast and now he is standing
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Tito Ortiz. 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 Mayor steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The Mayor grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Tito Ortiz
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
The Mayor tries to move to full mount
The Mayor's ground game is not enough to provide him any advantage
The clock says 3:15 in the 5 round
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
The Mayor moves on the ground
The Mayor cannot take advantage in the ground
Tito Ortiz is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold attempts a triangle from bottom! Tito Ortiz slips out. Rockhold quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Tito Ortiz slips out and backs away to avoid danger.
Steve Mazzagatti halts the fight to stand up Luke Rockhold. 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 Putra Indoor Stadium (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) are cheering for the fighters.
Luke Rockhold burned himself out. I don't think he has any gas left in the tank.
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
The Mayor steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Rockhold moves backwards and Tito Ortiz is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Some nice shots from Luke Rockhold
miss their mark.
The Mayor is trying to counter now!
Tito Ortiz tries a hook to the body
but Rockhold manages to dodge it
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Tito Ortiz fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Luke Rockhold fires an unorthodox punch to The Mayor's torso
that hits its mark.
Rockhold steps backwards away from Tito Ortiz. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Steve Mazzagatti 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.
Winner is Tito Ortiz by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Luke Rockhold
Punches 7/16 (44%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 1/1 (100%)
Takedowns 5/5 (100%)
GnP strikes 10/13 (77%)
Submissions 12/12 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 278,51
Time on the ground 817 s
Statistics: Tito Ortiz
Punches 3/7 (43%)
Kicks 0/7 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/6 (0%)
Takedowns 6/10 (60%)
GnP strikes 12/34 (35%)
Submissions 1/1 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Damage caused 186,37
Time on the ground 817 s
Anyone see a pattern here?
Also, STAMINA IS YOUR FRIEND, UPGRADERS!!!
