Post by The Sandman on Feb 19, 2021 22:59:46 GMT -5
Rashad Evans looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
Luke Rockhold looks like he's feeling the pressure.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Evans and Rockhold move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Evans 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.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
A left hook from Rockhold
grazes the chin of Evans.
Evans has a small cut in his Chin
A high kick from Luke Rockhold
falls short of the mark.
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces Evans to try and defend better.
There is a small laceration on Rashad Evans's Mouth
Rockhold grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Evans struggles... Luke Rockhold is unable to take him down
A right hand from Luke Rockhold
surprises Evans!
Low kick by Luke Rockhold to maintain his distance.
Bad move. That was far from landing.
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Luke Rockhold paws at Evans.
Evans answers with solid punches!
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Solid kick to the leg from Rashad Evans
that visibly pains Rockhold.
Rockhold and Evans circle around the center of the cage.
Rockhold launches a kick
but Rashad Evans avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Rockhold's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Solid jabs from Rashad Evans.
Rockhold defends.
Rockhold fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rockhold tries to jump to side mount.
Rashad Evans jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rashad Evans tries to better his position on the ground...
Rockhold holds Rashad Evans's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Evans misses a step and Luke Rockhold sees an opportunity to counter him!
Luke Rockhold throws up a triangle attempt!
Rashad Evans postures up and breaks the triangle.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Deep breaths from Luke Rockhold who tries a hammer punch to Evans's ribs.
That hit Evans who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Evans is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Rashad Evans uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Evans tries to escape from the closed guard
Evans succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold attempts a triangle from bottom! Rashad Evans slips out. Rockhold quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rashad Evans 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 continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Evans goes to the body...
He punishes Rockhold's ribs with a couple of hooks.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Evans moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rockhold studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Several good body shots
are evaded by Rockhold.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
It seems that the cutman have some work to do with Rashad Evans.
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Round 2
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Rockhold launches a kick
but Rashad Evans avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Rockhold wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Rockhold moves forward and holds Evans
The fighters are clinching.
Luke Rockhold fakes a few punches and advance towards Evans trying to take him down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Evans pushes Luke Rockhold and circle away keeping himself within striking range
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Rashad Evans is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 1:45 in the 2 round
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Evans launches a furious low kick!
Rockhold receives a hard blow on his right leg!
Rashad Evans fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Rockhold pushes Rashad Evans and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Rockhold is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Evans steps forward
Rockhold feints.
Evans is trying to counter now!
Evans showing excellent timing, blasts Luke Rockhold with a right hand.
Rockhold steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The two exchange wildly
Rockhold is connecting with a few punches
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Rashad Evans!
Rockhold is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Evans wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Rockhold wants nothing of that and pushes Evans.
Rashad Evans closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Lightning fast low kick from Evans!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Luke Rockhold is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Rockhold is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Rockhold is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Evans moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Luke Rockhold checks the kick.
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Body kick by Luke Rockhold...
just grazes his opponent.
Evans launches a furious low kick!
Rockhold blocks.
Body kick by Rashad Evans...
is blocked.
Rockhold tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Luke Rockhold throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Inside leg kick from Evans
that goes awry.
Luke Rockhold is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Luke Rockhold tries to bring the fight to the ground
Evans goes down.
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rockhold is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans 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 Luke Rockhold. 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.
Rockhold throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Evans has a small cut in his Mouth
Rockhold is holding Rashad Evans's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold is tough but fatigue makes cowards of men. He should slow down and conserve what energy he has left.
Luke Rockhold throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Evans should have paced himself better. It looks like he burned himself out.
Evans measures the resilience of Rockhold's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Rockhold blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Luke Rockhold isolates Rashad Evans's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Rashad Evans is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
There is a small laceration on Rashad Evans's Nose
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans tries to roll to his side and trap Luke Rockhold in his guard...
Luke Rockhold keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Luke Rockhold throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Evans breaks the lock showing some skills...
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Luke Rockhold pushes Rashad Evans down and prevents his attempts to escape
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Evans breaks the lock showing some skills...
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Evans tries to stand up!
Rockhold doesn't allow him!
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.
Quick hook by Luke Rockhold
Good shot! Evans has reasons to be worried.
Evans's Left cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Rashad Evans's Left cheek
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Luke Rockhold swings...
hard impact to Evans's face!
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Luke Rockhold!
Evans is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Evans's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The two exchange wildly
Rockhold is connecting with a few punches
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Rashad Evans is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Rashad Evans has punished Rockhold very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold tries to bring the fight to the ground
Evans goes down.
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Rockhold tries to open up Evans with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Evans is trying to block them with his hands...
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Body shots by Luke Rockhold
Solid blows to Evans's abdomen.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
The cutman is working on Evans's face.
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Round 4
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Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Rashad Evans tries a middle kick
Luke Rockhold blocks and steps away.
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans circles around Rockhold
Rashad Evans tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Luke Rockhold swings and Evans has to retreat
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Low kick by Luke Rockhold to maintain his distance.
That hits Rashad Evans's ankle
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Inside leg kick from Evans
that goes awry.
Evans misses a step and Luke Rockhold sees an opportunity to counter him!
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces Evans to try and defend better.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rashad Evans paws at Rockhold.
Rockhold answers with solid punches!
Rockhold launches a kick
Evans checks it and keeps distance.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Evans showing excellent timing, blasts Luke Rockhold with a right hand.
Rockhold steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Some nice shots from Luke Rockhold
that stun Evans.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Middle kick from Rockhold.
Evans receives a solid kick right below his ribs.
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
Good movement from Evans
who is bobbing and weaving.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Evans steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Evans steps forward
Rockhold feints.
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Evans launches a hook to the body
Luke Rockhold moves aside looking for a counter...
Luke Rockhold is visibly gassed. You have to wonder how hard he trained for this fight.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Crisp uppercut by Rockhold followed by a hard jab
Rashad Evans stumbles back.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Rockhold grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Luke Rockhold
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Luke Rockhold tries to pass to half guard...
Rashad Evans can't prevent his opponent from passing. Rockhold looks to work from half guard.
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over Evans
Luke Rockhold was tooling Rashad Evans for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Rashad Evans lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Luke Rockhold tries to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Luke Rockhold manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Evans's ribs.
Evans is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Rashad Evans 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 clock says 4:35 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Rockhold doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Rashad Evans's arm and tries an armbar!
Evans hold his own hand and breaks Rockhold's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Luke Rockhold.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Rashad Evans fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Luke Rockhold and Evans engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Luke Rockhold is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Crisp uppercut by Rockhold followed by a hard jab
Rashad Evans stumbles back.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold tries a nice one-two combination
He scores!
Luke Rockhold is visibly gassed. You have to wonder how hard he trained for this fight.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Luke Rockhold!
Evans is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Evans's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Rockhold is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Nice punch by Luke Rockhold
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Evans has a small cut in his Left eye
Luke Rockhold fakes a move and moves laterally.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Rockhold launches a hook to the body
Bang! Evans stops that one with his ribs!
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold avoids a dangerous strike from Evans
and counters with a solid straight!
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Rockhold steps backwards away from Rashad Evans. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 1:55 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Evans moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Evans pushes Luke Rockhold and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Rockhold and Evans circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Evans leads with a punch
Luke Rockhold avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Evans's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Rockhold should have paced himself better. It looks like he burned himself out.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Crisp uppercut by Rockhold followed by a hard jab
Rashad Evans stumbles back.
Evans's Right eye is beginning to swell
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold and Evans engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
A left hook from Evans
falls short.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Bone shattering straight right hand from Luke Rockhold!
Evans is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Rockhold decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Rockhold moves back and takes a deep breath.
Rockhold is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Luke Rockhold pushes Rashad Evans down and prevents his attempts to escape
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Rashad Evans shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Rashad Evans breaks that americana attempt!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Rockhold tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Luke Rockhold controls the situation despite Rashad Evans efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Luke Rockhold, but it's close.
Winner is Luke Rockhold by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Rashad Evans
Punches 18/40 (45%)
Kicks 3/9 (33%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/5 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 301 s
Statistics: Luke Rockhold
Punches 43/59 (73%)
Kicks 3/5 (60%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/8 (88%)
GnP strikes 9/15 (60%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 301 s
Rockhold had all the toughness and stamina to keep taking it to Evans. Evans didn't, and accomplished little here, other than being a human ragdoll.
Luke Rockhold looks like he's feeling the pressure.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
The bets gives an equal chance to both fighters to score the win today.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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Evans and Rockhold move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Evans 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.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
A left hook from Rockhold
grazes the chin of Evans.
Evans has a small cut in his Chin
A high kick from Luke Rockhold
falls short of the mark.
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces Evans to try and defend better.
There is a small laceration on Rashad Evans's Mouth
Rockhold grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Evans struggles... Luke Rockhold is unable to take him down
A right hand from Luke Rockhold
surprises Evans!
Low kick by Luke Rockhold to maintain his distance.
Bad move. That was far from landing.
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Luke Rockhold paws at Evans.
Evans answers with solid punches!
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Solid kick to the leg from Rashad Evans
that visibly pains Rockhold.
Rockhold and Evans circle around the center of the cage.
Rockhold launches a kick
but Rashad Evans avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Rockhold's Forehead is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Solid jabs from Rashad Evans.
Rockhold defends.
Rockhold fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Rashad Evans didn't see it coming and has been put on the ground!
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rockhold tries to jump to side mount.
Rashad Evans jumps and show some wrestling skills as he positions himself for continuing the fight in side control.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Rashad Evans tries to better his position on the ground...
Rockhold holds Rashad Evans's head against his chin in the closed guard.
Evans misses a step and Luke Rockhold sees an opportunity to counter him!
Luke Rockhold throws up a triangle attempt!
Rashad Evans postures up and breaks the triangle.
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Deep breaths from Luke Rockhold who tries a hammer punch to Evans's ribs.
That hit Evans who moves on the ground in order to protect himself
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Evans is in closed guard... Rockhold tries to roll on the ground!
Rashad Evans uses his leg to keep his position on the ground
Rashad Evans is in closed guard over Rockhold
Evans tries to escape from the closed guard
Evans succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
Rashad Evans is in open guard over Rockhold
Rockhold attempts a triangle from bottom! Rashad Evans slips out. Rockhold quickly turns his hips over and switches to the armbar! He's throwing everything at him.
Rashad Evans 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 continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Evans goes to the body...
He punishes Rockhold's ribs with a couple of hooks.
The clock says 4:20 in the 1 round
Evans moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rockhold studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Several good body shots
are evaded by Rockhold.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
That round was a toss up.
It seems that the cutman have some work to do with Rashad Evans.
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Round 2
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Rockhold launches a kick
but Rashad Evans avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
Rockhold wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Rockhold moves forward and holds Evans
The fighters are clinching.
Luke Rockhold fakes a few punches and advance towards Evans trying to take him down with a Advancing Leg Sweep
Evans pushes Luke Rockhold and circle away keeping himself within striking range
The clock says 0:50 in the 2 round
Luke Rockhold is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
You have to give credit to the match-maker for putting on such an even fight.
Rashad Evans is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 1:20 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 1:45 in the 2 round
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Evans launches a furious low kick!
Rockhold receives a hard blow on his right leg!
Rashad Evans fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Rockhold pushes Rashad Evans and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Rockhold is gassing out... Too bad. His performance may be going down from here.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Evans steps forward
Rockhold feints.
Evans is trying to counter now!
Evans showing excellent timing, blasts Luke Rockhold with a right hand.
Rockhold steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
The two exchange wildly
Rockhold is connecting with a few punches
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 3:15 in the 2 round
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 3:35 in the 2 round
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The clock says 3:45 in the 2 round
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Rashad Evans!
Rockhold is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Evans wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Rockhold wants nothing of that and pushes Evans.
Rashad Evans closes the distance with his opponent wanting some action.
Lightning fast low kick from Evans!
Loud pop! I'm sure that hurts!
The clock says 4:20 in the 2 round
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Luke Rockhold is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Rockhold is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters as the round concludes. The fighters shake hands as they head back to their corners.
Rockhold is the winner of this round.
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Round 3
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Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Evans moves aside and launches a furious low kick!
Luke Rockhold checks the kick.
The clock says 0:35 in the 3 round
Body kick by Luke Rockhold...
just grazes his opponent.
Evans launches a furious low kick!
Rockhold blocks.
Body kick by Rashad Evans...
is blocked.
Rockhold tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Luke Rockhold throws an uppercut
that lands solidly.
Inside leg kick from Evans
that goes awry.
Luke Rockhold is slowing the pace of the fight a bit and circles around his opponent.
Luke Rockhold tries to bring the fight to the ground
Evans goes down.
The clock says 1:25 in the 3 round
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rockhold is in open guard over Evans... he fakes a move and then tries a kneebar!
Evans 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 Luke Rockhold. 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.
Rockhold throws a hook
that hits its mark.
Evans has a small cut in his Mouth
Rockhold is holding Rashad Evans's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold is tough but fatigue makes cowards of men. He should slow down and conserve what energy he has left.
Luke Rockhold throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Evans should have paced himself better. It looks like he burned himself out.
Evans measures the resilience of Rockhold's ribs with a couple of big punches from guard.
Rockhold blocks the hits as he works on the ground.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Luke Rockhold isolates Rashad Evans's arm and neck looking for an arm triangle
Rashad Evans is able to relieve the pressure on his neck and slip out of the hold.
The clock says 2:20 in the 3 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold throws a lot of punches
some strikes get through.
There is a small laceration on Rashad Evans's Nose
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans tries to roll to his side and trap Luke Rockhold in his guard...
Luke Rockhold keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Luke Rockhold throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Evans breaks the lock showing some skills...
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Luke Rockhold pushes Rashad Evans down and prevents his attempts to escape
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold throws the leg over and rolls it over into an armbar!
Evans breaks the lock showing some skills...
Rockhold clumsily fails here and it's time for Rashad Evans to fight back!
Evans tries to stand up!
Rockhold doesn't allow him!
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.
Quick hook by Luke Rockhold
Good shot! Evans has reasons to be worried.
Evans's Left cheek is beginning to swell
There is a small laceration on Rashad Evans's Left cheek
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Luke Rockhold swings...
hard impact to Evans's face!
The clock says 3:30 in the 3 round
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Bone shattering straight right hand from Luke Rockhold!
Evans is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Evans's Left cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The two exchange wildly
Rockhold is connecting with a few punches
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Rashad Evans is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Rashad Evans has punished Rockhold very much. He has lost his confidence in winning this fight.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The two exchange wildly
Both fighters are missing terribly.
The clock says 4:35 in the 3 round
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Luke Rockhold tries to bring the fight to the ground
Evans goes down.
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Rockhold tries to open up Evans with a few strikes with his right elbow...
Some nice shots are landing and Evans is trying to block them with his hands...
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Body shots by Luke Rockhold
Solid blows to Evans's abdomen.
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
I don't think either fighter did more than the other that round.
The cutman is working on Evans's face.
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Round 4
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Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Rashad Evans tries a middle kick
Luke Rockhold blocks and steps away.
The clock says 0:25 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The clock says 0:35 in the 4 round
Rashad Evans circles around Rockhold
Rashad Evans tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Luke Rockhold swings and Evans has to retreat
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Low kick by Luke Rockhold to maintain his distance.
That hits Rashad Evans's ankle
The clock says 1:00 in the 4 round
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Inside leg kick from Evans
that goes awry.
Evans misses a step and Luke Rockhold sees an opportunity to counter him!
Brilliant combination from Luke Rockhold
that forces Evans to try and defend better.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rashad Evans paws at Rockhold.
Rockhold answers with solid punches!
Rockhold launches a kick
Evans checks it and keeps distance.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Evans showing excellent timing, blasts Luke Rockhold with a right hand.
Rockhold steps backwards and the punch goes wide.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Some nice shots from Luke Rockhold
that stun Evans.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Middle kick from Rockhold.
Evans receives a solid kick right below his ribs.
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
Good movement from Evans
who is bobbing and weaving.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Evans steps backwards away from Luke Rockhold. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Evans steps forward
Rockhold feints.
Evans tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Evans launches a hook to the body
Luke Rockhold moves aside looking for a counter...
Luke Rockhold is visibly gassed. You have to wonder how hard he trained for this fight.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Crisp uppercut by Rockhold followed by a hard jab
Rashad Evans stumbles back.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Rockhold grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Great takedown by Luke Rockhold
The clock says 3:45 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in open guard over Evans
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Luke Rockhold tries to pass to half guard...
Rashad Evans can't prevent his opponent from passing. Rockhold looks to work from half guard.
Luke Rockhold is in half guard over Evans
Luke Rockhold was tooling Rashad Evans for the whole fight. I don't know if it's because Rashad Evans lack of fighting spirit or just of skill.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Luke Rockhold tries to pass Rashad Evans's guard...
Luke Rockhold manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold is trying to better his position on the ground and launches a couple of elbows against Evans's ribs.
Evans is noticing that and his face shows the pain.
The clock says 4:15 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold tries to move to full mount!
Nice move. He is in full mount now.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Rashad Evans 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 clock says 4:35 in the 4 round
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Rockhold doesn't like the idea of just stalling on the ground
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold fakes a few punches and after a brief struggle he catches Rashad Evans's arm and tries an armbar!
Evans hold his own hand and breaks Rockhold's lock. He rolls over himself and launches over Luke Rockhold.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
That round was a toss up.
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Round 5
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Rashad Evans fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Luke Rockhold fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Luke Rockhold and Evans engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Luke Rockhold is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Rockhold moves backwards and Rashad Evans is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Crisp uppercut by Rockhold followed by a hard jab
Rashad Evans stumbles back.
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold tries a nice one-two combination
He scores!
Luke Rockhold is visibly gassed. You have to wonder how hard he trained for this fight.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Bone shattering straight left hand from Luke Rockhold!
Evans is going to have a big headache after that blow!
Evans's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Rockhold is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Nice punch by Luke Rockhold
who outboxes his opponent in this exchange.
Evans has a small cut in his Left eye
Luke Rockhold fakes a move and moves laterally.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Rockhold launches a hook to the body
Bang! Evans stops that one with his ribs!
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Rockhold avoids a dangerous strike from Evans
and counters with a solid straight!
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Rockhold steps backwards away from Rashad Evans. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 1:55 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Evans moves backwards and Luke Rockhold is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Evans and Rockhold circle around the center of the cage.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Evans pushes Luke Rockhold and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
Rockhold and Evans circle around the center of the cage.
The clock says 2:40 in the 5 round
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
Evans doesn't stop bleeding.
Evans leads with a punch
Luke Rockhold avoids it and lands flush with a counter uppercut!
Evans's Right cheek is bruised after the punishement he's received!
Rockhold should have paced himself better. It looks like he burned himself out.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
Crisp uppercut by Rockhold followed by a hard jab
Rashad Evans stumbles back.
Evans's Right eye is beginning to swell
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
Luke Rockhold and Evans engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Both fighters are missing terribly.
Evans studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
You can see Evans's blood making stains in the mat.
A left hook from Evans
falls short.
Rashad Evans gets sloppy and Luke Rockhold tries to take advantage...
Bone shattering straight right hand from Luke Rockhold!
Evans is going to have a big headache after that blow!
The clock says 3:45 in the 5 round
Rashad Evans is a bloody mess!
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Rockhold decides to launch some tentative punches
Nothing from this exchange. Rockhold moves back and takes a deep breath.
Rockhold is holding Rashad Evans's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Rashad Evans loses balance and goes to the ground.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold is taking this opportunity to rest.
Luke Rockhold is in side mount over Rashad Evans
Rashad Evans continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Luke Rockhold looks to mount Rashad Evans...
Luke Rockhold slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Evans is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Luke Rockhold pushes Rashad Evans down and prevents his attempts to escape
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Luke Rockhold takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Rashad Evans shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Rashad Evans breaks that americana attempt!
Luke Rockhold is in full mount over Rashad Evans
Rockhold is very hurt. You can see it in how he is moving in the last moments.
Rashad Evans's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Rockhold tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Luke Rockhold controls the situation despite Rashad Evans efforts for escaping from the full mount.
The referee separates the fighters as the buzzer sounds.
This round is maybe for Luke Rockhold, but it's close.
Winner is Luke Rockhold by Unanimous decision
Statistics: Rashad Evans
Punches 18/40 (45%)
Kicks 3/9 (33%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/0 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/5 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/1 (0%)
Time on the ground 301 s
Statistics: Luke Rockhold
Punches 43/59 (73%)
Kicks 3/5 (60%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 7/8 (88%)
GnP strikes 9/15 (60%)
Submissions 8/8 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 301 s
Rockhold had all the toughness and stamina to keep taking it to Evans. Evans didn't, and accomplished little here, other than being a human ragdoll.
