Post by The Sandman on Jan 8, 2022 1:04:55 GMT -5
Yushin Okami! Yushin Okami! This is what the people are chanting here.
Chris Weidman looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
Yushin Okami looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
Chris Weidman comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The All-American and Thunder move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Yushin Okami moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Yushin Okami is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Yushin Okami moves forward looking for some grappling action
Thunder has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Chris Weidman pushes away Thunder trying to keep the fight at striking range
Thunder doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Chris Weidman
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chris Weidman tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Thunder is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Thunder is trying to counter now!
Yushin Okami tries to finish this with a rear naked chocke!
The All-American ducks under and pushes away his opponent.
Solid shot from Chris Weidman to the body.
Thunder blocks in time.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
The All-American moves forward looking for some action
Yushin Okami doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Yushin Okami and The All-American engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Yushin Okami is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Chris Weidman paws at Thunder.
Thunder answers with solid punches!
A right hand from Yushin Okami
makes The All-American stumble back!
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
The All-American studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Some counter punches against Yushin Okami
almost hit him as he moves away.
Thunder launches a hook to the body
Bang! The All-American stops that one with his ribs!
The All-American ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
Thunder and The All-American circle around the center of the cage.
Yushin Okami circles around The All-American
Yushin Okami attempts a sweep single...
Yushin Okami catches Chris Weidman's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Thunder.
Yushin Okami is in closed guard over The All-American
Thunder tries to escape from the closed guard
Thunder succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Yushin Okami is in open guard over The All-American
Thunder tries to move to full mount
Thunder succeeds
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Chris Weidman shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Chris Weidman breaks that americana attempt!
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman tries to roll to his side and trap Yushin Okami in his guard...
Yushin Okami keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami is cooling the fight on the ground
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Deep breaths from Chris Weidman who tries a hammer punch to Thunder's ribs.
Thunder blocks those punches
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Yushin Okami pushes Chris Weidman down and prevents his attempts to escape
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Chris Weidman shoots for a double leg takedown!
Yushin Okami sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Thunder and The All-American circle around the center of the cage.
Thunder moves forward looking for some action
Yushin Okami shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Thunder takes a break to breathe while holding Chris Weidman.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Thunder is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
That one finds The All-American's thigh
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is maybe for Yushin Okami, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Thunder studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Thunder decides to launch some tentative punches
Yushin Okami takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Thunder is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks The All-American's jaw!
Chris Weidman tries to bring the fight to the ground
Thunder won't budge, forcing The All-American to pull guard.
Yushin Okami is in closed guard over The All-American
Thunder use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Chris Weidman holds Yushin Okami and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Yushin Okami is in closed guard over The All-American
Thunder tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Yushin Okami fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Yushin Okami is in half guard over The All-American
The All-American launches a few weak punches
Thunder blocks them effectively.
Yushin Okami is in half guard over The All-American
Yushin Okami tries to pass Chris Weidman's guard...
Yushin Okami manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman attempts to trap Yushin Okami in his guard.
Yushin Okami keeps control and remains in side mount.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman attempts to trap Yushin Okami in his guard.
Yushin Okami keeps control and remains in side mount.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami looks to mount Chris Weidman...
Yushin Okami slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman tries to roll to his side and trap Yushin Okami in his guard...
Yushin Okami keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:20 in the 2 round
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
The All-American is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Yushin Okami pushes Chris Weidman down and prevents his attempts to escape
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
Thunder is trying to counter now!
Yushin Okami swings...
hard impact to The All-American's face!
The clock says 2:40 in the 2 round
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Crisp uppercut by Thunder followed by a hard jab
Chris Weidman stumbles back.
Yushin Okami tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Yushin Okami who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Chris Weidman pushes away Thunder trying to keep the fight at striking range
Thunder doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Chris Weidman
The fighters are clinching.
Yushin Okami has seen better days.
Yushin Okami slightly pushes The All-American into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Chris Weidman attempts a sweep single...
Yushin Okami was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Thunder is trying to counter now!
Thunder wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Thunder moves forward and holds The All-American
The fighters are clinching.
Thunder takes a break to breathe while holding Chris Weidman.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The two exchange wildly
Thunder is connecting with a few punches
Chris Weidman is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Chris Weidman attempts a sweep single...
Yushin Okami was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Chris Weidman goes with a looping right hand while Yushin Okami jumps back and jabs
The All-American seems staggered and Yushin Okami runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
Thunder tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Thunder showing excellent timing, blasts Chris Weidman with a right hand.
Great hook by Yushin Okami! Chris Weidman is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The All-American's Nose is beginning to swell
Thunder is standing while The All-American is on the ground on his back
Chris Weidman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Thunder's moves.
Thunder is standing while The All-American is on the ground on his back
The All-American tries to stand up!
Thunder doesn't allow him!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 3
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Brilliant combination from Yushin Okami
that forces The All-American to try and defend better.
There is a small laceration on Chris Weidman's Mouth
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The All-American fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Thunder sprawls and remains on his feet.
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Thunder is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks The All-American's jaw!
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The All-American grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Thunder struggles... Chris Weidman is unable to take him down
Poorly executed technique. Yushin Okami looks to counter!
Several good body shots
land on The All-American.
The All-American ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Chris Weidman is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
The All-American fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Thunder sprawls and remains on his feet.
Several good body shots
land on The All-American.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The All-American moves backwards and Yushin Okami is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Quick hook by Yushin Okami
Good shot! The All-American has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
A high kick from Yushin Okami
glances off The All-American.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Thunder launches a hook to the body
Bang! The All-American stops that one with his ribs!
Thunder pushes Chris Weidman and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The All-American launches a kick
but Yushin Okami avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
There is a small laceration on Chris Weidman's Right eye
Thunder steps backwards away from Chris Weidman. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Thunder is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks The All-American's jaw!
The All-American has a small cut in his Right cheek
Yushin Okami just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The All-American may be in trouble!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Yushin Okami moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Yushin Okami takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 4
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Yushin Okami goes with a looping right hand while Chris Weidman jumps back and jabs
The All-American seems staggered and Yushin Okami runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Thunder showing excellent timing, blasts Chris Weidman with a right hand.
Great hook by Yushin Okami! Chris Weidman is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The All-American has a small cut in his Mouth
Thunder is standing while The All-American is on the ground on his back
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Yushin Okami steps back and allows The All-American to get back to his feet.
The All-American climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Yushin Okami has seen better days.
You can see The All-American's blood making stains in the mat.
Thunder jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Yushin Okami pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder struggles and launches a few punches to The All-American's head
Those punches are hitting! The All-American covers his head!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chris Weidman is a bloody mess!
Thunder launches a few hard punches to Chris Weidman's ribs!
Chris Weidman's ribs shows the damage! Yushin Okami is working his opponent ribs!
Crushing shot to The All-American's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Thunder takes a break to breathe while holding Chris Weidman.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Thunder is holding Chris Weidman's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Chris Weidman loses balance and goes to the ground.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Body shots by Yushin Okami
Solid blows to The All-American's abdomen.
Hard blow to The All-American's mid-section, he seems hurt
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami looks to pass to mount...
Thunder slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Chris Weidman.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
You can see The All-American's blood making stains in the mat.
The All-American tries to escape from the full mount...
Yushin Okami is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami looks to pass to mount...
Thunder slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Chris Weidman.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Yushin Okami is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Yushin Okami positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Yushin Okami is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard The All-American's ribs
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Thunder tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Yushin Okami controls the situation despite Chris Weidman efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman tries to roll to his side and trap Yushin Okami in his guard...
Yushin Okami rolls him over and takes his back!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Thunder tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for The All-American! Thunder has one hook in and keeps working!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with one hook in
Thunder has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for The All-American.
Nicely done! Thunder now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
The All-American adopts the turtle defense and Thunder is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
You can see The All-American's blood making stains in the mat.
Deep breaths from Chris Weidman who tries a hammer punch to Thunder's ribs.
Thunder blocks those punches
The All-American clumsily fails here and it's time for Yushin Okami to fight back!
Yushin Okami hovers above The All-American
Good punches to The All-American's body.
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The All-American is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Thunder tries to use some of his tricky moves but Thunder's is smart enough to counter him.
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
The All-American launches a few weak punches
Thunder blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Yushin Okami looks to counter!
Thunder gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Chris Weidman! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Chris Weidman doesn't defend himself!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
Thunder has one of his arm over Chris Weidman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Thunder throws a few hammer fists to the face of Chris Weidman
Solid shots!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
The All-American adopts the turtle defense and Thunder is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
The All-American adopts the turtle defense and Thunder is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Yushin Okami slides his arm under Chris Weidman's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Chris Weidman's face turns completely red before he taps out!
Winner is Yushin Okami by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 4:22 Round 4
Statistics: Chris Weidman
Punches 0/11 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/12 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/8 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 377 s
Statistics: Yushin Okami
Punches 47/59 (80%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 5/7 (71%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/18 (89%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 348 s
Okami kinda dominated this one. By a lot though. So not kinda.
Chris Weidman looks calm but knows he has a tough fight coming up.
Yushin Okami looks a bit uneasy. Hopefully this doesn't affect his performance.
This is the first time they meet inside the cage
A pretty fair match today. I can't say who will be the one who will be raising his fist after the match.
Chris Weidman comes with a 2 fight losing streak.
The referee of the bout is Steve Mazzagatti.
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Round 1
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The All-American and Thunder move forward as the bell signals the beginning of the fight!
Yushin Okami moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Yushin Okami is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
Yushin Okami moves forward looking for some grappling action
Thunder has his opponent in a text book double collar thai clinch!
Chris Weidman pushes away Thunder trying to keep the fight at striking range
Thunder doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Chris Weidman
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chris Weidman tries to shrug his way out of the clinch.
Thunder is determined to work from the clinch. He pummeled through and managed to retain his position.
Thunder is trying to counter now!
Yushin Okami tries to finish this with a rear naked chocke!
The All-American ducks under and pushes away his opponent.
Solid shot from Chris Weidman to the body.
Thunder blocks in time.
The clock says 0:55 in the 1 round
The All-American moves forward looking for some action
Yushin Okami doesn't want to engage and backpedals
Both fighters circle around the center of the cage.
Yushin Okami and The All-American engage in a wild exchange of punches!
Yushin Okami is getting the best of the exchange as he lands a few blows.
The clock says 1:25 in the 1 round
Chris Weidman paws at Thunder.
Thunder answers with solid punches!
A right hand from Yushin Okami
makes The All-American stumble back!
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The clock says 1:50 in the 1 round
The All-American studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Some counter punches against Yushin Okami
almost hit him as he moves away.
Thunder launches a hook to the body
Bang! The All-American stops that one with his ribs!
The All-American ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
Thunder and The All-American circle around the center of the cage.
Yushin Okami circles around The All-American
Yushin Okami attempts a sweep single...
Yushin Okami catches Chris Weidman's far ankle and trips him to the mat! Slick takedown by Thunder.
Yushin Okami is in closed guard over The All-American
Thunder tries to escape from the closed guard
Thunder succeeds and he's now in open guard... he takes a second to breathe
The clock says 3:10 in the 1 round
Yushin Okami is in open guard over The All-American
Thunder tries to move to full mount
Thunder succeeds
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami takes a deep breath as he passes his arm over Chris Weidman shoulder and pushes his arm againts the mat!
Chris Weidman breaks that americana attempt!
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman tries to roll to his side and trap Yushin Okami in his guard...
Yushin Okami keeps good control and remains in full mount.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami is cooling the fight on the ground
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American steps backwards and lowers his arms while breathing heavily... He seems tired.
Deep breaths from Chris Weidman who tries a hammer punch to Thunder's ribs.
Thunder blocks those punches
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Yushin Okami pushes Chris Weidman down and prevents his attempts to escape
The referee decides to stand up the fighters since there was not much action on the ground.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
Chris Weidman shoots for a double leg takedown!
Yushin Okami sprawls and manages to stay on his feet.
The clock says 4:15 in the 1 round
Thunder and The All-American circle around the center of the cage.
Thunder moves forward looking for some action
Yushin Okami shows some wrestling skills as he put his opponent in a double overhook!
The fighters are clinching.
Thunder takes a break to breathe while holding Chris Weidman.
Steve Mazzagatti separates the fighters and tells them to continue fighting.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Thunder is not showing a great technique with that low kick...
That one finds The All-American's thigh
The ref stops the action. The round is over.
This round is maybe for Yushin Okami, but it's close.
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Round 2
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Thunder studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
Thunder decides to launch some tentative punches
Yushin Okami takes the best of a brief punching exchange.
The clock says 0:30 in the 2 round
Thunder is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks The All-American's jaw!
Chris Weidman tries to bring the fight to the ground
Thunder won't budge, forcing The All-American to pull guard.
Yushin Okami is in closed guard over The All-American
Thunder use some of his wrestling skills to escape from the closed guard!
Chris Weidman holds Yushin Okami and prevents him from moving to a better position!
Yushin Okami is in closed guard over The All-American
Thunder tries to improve his position on the ground as he sits on his knees and tries to break the closed guard.
Yushin Okami fakes a few punches and then slips one leg to get the half mount.
The clock says 1:10 in the 2 round
Yushin Okami is in half guard over The All-American
The All-American launches a few weak punches
Thunder blocks them effectively.
Yushin Okami is in half guard over The All-American
Yushin Okami tries to pass Chris Weidman's guard...
Yushin Okami manages to get his leg free and moves to side mount.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman attempts to trap Yushin Okami in his guard.
Yushin Okami keeps control and remains in side mount.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman attempts to trap Yushin Okami in his guard.
Yushin Okami keeps control and remains in side mount.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman struggles to not give his opponent a chance to recover
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami looks to mount Chris Weidman...
Yushin Okami slides his knee across and gets to mount.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman tries to roll to his side and trap Yushin Okami in his guard...
Yushin Okami keeps good control and remains in full mount.
The clock says 2:20 in the 2 round
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
The All-American is using some of his ground skills to escape from this...
Yushin Okami pushes Chris Weidman down and prevents his attempts to escape
Steve Mazzagatti has seen enough passivity on the ground and stands up the fighters.
Both fighters continue the fight on their feet. You can hear how the people agree with that decision.
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
Thunder is trying to counter now!
Yushin Okami swings...
hard impact to The All-American's face!
The clock says 2:40 in the 2 round
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Crisp uppercut by Thunder followed by a hard jab
Chris Weidman stumbles back.
Yushin Okami tries to take the action to his favourite field as he tries to grapple
Great move by Yushin Okami who pushes his opponent forward with a double underhooks.
Chris Weidman pushes away Thunder trying to keep the fight at striking range
Thunder doesn't want to break the clinch as he still is grappling with Chris Weidman
The fighters are clinching.
Yushin Okami has seen better days.
Yushin Okami slightly pushes The All-American into the fence and tries to calm down the action.
The referee intervenes to break the clinch.
The clock says 3:25 in the 2 round
Chris Weidman attempts a sweep single...
Yushin Okami was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Thunder is trying to counter now!
Thunder wants to take the fight to his advantage and tries to clinch.
Thunder moves forward and holds The All-American
The fighters are clinching.
Thunder takes a break to breathe while holding Chris Weidman.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The two exchange wildly
Thunder is connecting with a few punches
Chris Weidman is doing his best Floyd Mayweather impression by not engaging.
The clock says 4:10 in the 2 round
Chris Weidman attempts a sweep single...
Yushin Okami was ready and shrugs off the takedown attempt.
Chris Weidman goes with a looping right hand while Yushin Okami jumps back and jabs
The All-American seems staggered and Yushin Okami runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
Thunder tries to get some advantage after his opponent miss move...
Thunder showing excellent timing, blasts Chris Weidman with a right hand.
Great hook by Yushin Okami! Chris Weidman is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The All-American's Nose is beginning to swell
Thunder is standing while The All-American is on the ground on his back
Chris Weidman doesn't want to continue the fight in this position and tries to get back on his feet
He can't do it because of Thunder's moves.
Thunder is standing while The All-American is on the ground on his back
The All-American tries to stand up!
Thunder doesn't allow him!
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
I can't give the advantage to either fighter in that round.
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Round 3
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Brilliant combination from Yushin Okami
that forces The All-American to try and defend better.
There is a small laceration on Chris Weidman's Mouth
The All-American is holding Yushin Okami's left leg... He's trying to take him down.
Yushin Okami shows great balance while pushing away Chris Weidman
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The All-American fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Thunder sprawls and remains on his feet.
The clock says 0:40 in the 3 round
Thunder is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks The All-American's jaw!
The fight was awfully one sided. Matchmakers should take this into account for future fights.
The All-American grabs his opponent by the waist and tries to take the fight to the ground
Thunder struggles... Chris Weidman is unable to take him down
Poorly executed technique. Yushin Okami looks to counter!
Several good body shots
land on The All-American.
The All-American ribs are getting hammered, they look bad!
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
Chris Weidman is taking out his mouthpiece to breathe...
The All-American fakes a punch and shoots a takedown!
Thunder sprawls and remains on his feet.
Several good body shots
land on The All-American.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
The All-American moves backwards and Yushin Okami is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Yushin Okami fakes a punch and shows some footwork moving aside.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
Quick hook by Yushin Okami
Good shot! The All-American has reasons to be worried.
The clock says 2:50 in the 3 round
A high kick from Yushin Okami
glances off The All-American.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
Thunder launches a hook to the body
Bang! The All-American stops that one with his ribs!
Thunder pushes Chris Weidman and moves away from him. He seems to be recovering his breath.
The fighters size each other up in the center of the cage.
The All-American launches a kick
but Yushin Okami avoids it and lands flush with a counter hook!
There is a small laceration on Chris Weidman's Right eye
Thunder steps backwards away from Chris Weidman. He seems to be cooling down the fight a bit.
The clock says 4:00 in the 3 round
Thunder is swinging for the fences!
A hit that almost breaks The All-American's jaw!
The All-American has a small cut in his Right cheek
Yushin Okami just won't stop and continues to rain punches
The All-American may be in trouble!
The clock says 4:20 in the 3 round
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Yushin Okami moves forward looking for a hole in his opponent's defense.
Yushin Okami takes a few seconds to recover his breath...
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
Thunder moves backwards and Chris Weidman is asking him if he came today for fighting or running.
The buzzer sounds, marking the end of the round. The ref tells the fighters to go to their corner.
That was an even round for the most part.
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Round 4
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Yushin Okami goes with a looping right hand while Chris Weidman jumps back and jabs
The All-American seems staggered and Yushin Okami runs to capitalize with a bunch of jabs and crosses.
Thunder showing excellent timing, blasts Chris Weidman with a right hand.
Great hook by Yushin Okami! Chris Weidman is caught off balance and slips to the ground!
The All-American has a small cut in his Mouth
Thunder is standing while The All-American is on the ground on his back
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Yushin Okami steps back and allows The All-American to get back to his feet.
The All-American climbs to his feet and is standing now.
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder studies his opponent looking for a hole in his defense.
These two fighters are showing each other a ton of respect.
The clock says 0:50 in the 4 round
Yushin Okami has seen better days.
You can see The All-American's blood making stains in the mat.
Thunder jumps over his opponent and tries to grapple
Yushin Okami pushes his opponent against the fence in a plum position
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder struggles and launches a few punches to The All-American's head
Those punches are hitting! The All-American covers his head!
Both fighters are tied in a clinch.
Chris Weidman is a bloody mess!
Thunder launches a few hard punches to Chris Weidman's ribs!
Chris Weidman's ribs shows the damage! Yushin Okami is working his opponent ribs!
Crushing shot to The All-American's body! He's holding his side
The clock says 1:10 in the 4 round
The fighters are clinching.
Thunder takes a break to breathe while holding Chris Weidman.
Steve Mazzagatti sees a lack of activity in the clinch and separates the fighters.
Thunder is holding Chris Weidman's right leg... He's trying to take him down.
Chris Weidman loses balance and goes to the ground.
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Body shots by Yushin Okami
Solid blows to The All-American's abdomen.
Hard blow to The All-American's mid-section, he seems hurt
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami looks to pass to mount...
Thunder slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Chris Weidman.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
You can see The All-American's blood making stains in the mat.
The All-American tries to escape from the full mount...
Yushin Okami is not caught off guard and moves to side mount to keep his superior position.
The clock says 2:00 in the 4 round
Yushin Okami is in side mount over Chris Weidman
Yushin Okami looks to pass to mount...
Thunder slides his knee across and achieves the mount position! Tough spot for Chris Weidman.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Yushin Okami is cooling the fight on the ground
The clock says 2:15 in the 4 round
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Yushin Okami positions himself and launches a barrage of punches.
Yushin Okami is in full mount and his punches are hitting hard The All-American's ribs
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Thunder tries to keep hs position while looking to maybe begin a pounding session...
Yushin Okami controls the situation despite Chris Weidman efforts for escaping from the full mount.
Yushin Okami is in full mount over Chris Weidman
Chris Weidman tries to roll to his side and trap Yushin Okami in his guard...
Yushin Okami rolls him over and takes his back!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American
The All-American doesn't stop bleeding.
Thunder tries to get a hook in!
Things get worse for The All-American! Thunder has one hook in and keeps working!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with one hook in
Thunder has one hook in and is trying to get the second one! If he succeed things are goint to get very bad for The All-American.
Nicely done! Thunder now has two hooks in! The end may be near!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder is taking this opportunity to rest.
The clock says 3:05 in the 4 round
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
The All-American adopts the turtle defense and Thunder is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
You can see The All-American's blood making stains in the mat.
Deep breaths from Chris Weidman who tries a hammer punch to Thunder's ribs.
Thunder blocks those punches
The All-American clumsily fails here and it's time for Yushin Okami to fight back!
Yushin Okami hovers above The All-American
Good punches to The All-American's body.
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
The All-American is trying to escape from the rear mount.
Thunder tries to use some of his tricky moves but Thunder's is smart enough to counter him.
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
The All-American launches a few weak punches
Thunder blocks them effectively.
Poorly executed technique. Yushin Okami looks to counter!
Thunder gets a good position on the ground. ..
and what an incredible flurry! He's just wailing away at Chris Weidman! The referee is saying he's going to stop it if Chris Weidman doesn't defend himself!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman continues to bleed from that cut. It could be affecting his vision.
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
Thunder has one of his arm over Chris Weidman's shoulder and is ready for a RNC!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Thunder throws a few hammer fists to the face of Chris Weidman
Solid shots!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
The All-American adopts the turtle defense and Thunder is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Thunder tenatively looks for a way to finish his opponent! This is a nightmare for The All-American!
The All-American adopts the turtle defense and Thunder is ready to make his way to the victory with a round of punches!
Thunder is in rear mount over The All-American with two hooks in
Chris Weidman's face is covered in blood. He may be having problems seeing as he wipes the blood out of his eyes.
Yushin Okami slides his arm under Chris Weidman's chin and locks the rear naked choke!
Chris Weidman's face turns completely red before he taps out!
Winner is Yushin Okami by Submission (Rear Naked Choke) at 4:22 Round 4
Statistics: Chris Weidman
Punches 0/11 (0%)
Kicks 0/0 (0%)
Clinch strikes 0/0 (0%)
Takedowns 0/12 (0%)
GnP strikes 0/8 (0%)
Submissions 0/0 (0%)
Clinch Attempts 0/0 (0%)
Time on the ground 377 s
Statistics: Yushin Okami
Punches 47/59 (80%)
Kicks 2/2 (100%)
Clinch strikes 5/7 (71%)
Takedowns 2/2 (100%)
GnP strikes 16/18 (89%)
Submissions 3/3 (100%)
Clinch Attempts 1/1 (100%)
Time on the ground 348 s
Okami kinda dominated this one. By a lot though. So not kinda.
