Rarely in sport would the word 'unbelievable' be used so well as in the main fight of UFC-117, an event that took place this Saturday (7), in Oakland, in the United States. Undisputed middleweight champion, Anderson Silva was a big favorite in the fight against Chael Sonnen, but the American surprised the Brazilian and punished the Brazilian athlete for four rounds. However, when everything seemed lost, Anderson pulled a triangle out of his hat in the final seconds of the fifth round and successfully defended his division belt.
In the other matches of the night, Brazil did not do well. junior gypsy won Roy Nelsonbut Ricardo “Cachorrão” Almeida, Rafael dos Anjos e Thiago "Pitbull" Alves were surpassed by Matt hugs, Clay guida e Jon fitchrespectively.
Anderson Silva overcome and finish Chael Sonnen
Se Chael Sonnen stated that Anderson Silva He hadn't defended his belt against an athlete of his level, he proved that he wasn't kidding right at the start of the fight, when he surprised the Brazilian in his standup, hitting the 'Spider' in the chin, who ended up bending his knee. Quick on the trigger, the American took the fight to the ground and severely punished Anderson with ground and pound. In the second and third rounds the film repeated itself and the Brazilian was severely punished with punches from the guard. Willing to go for all or nothing, Anderson Silva He started the fourth round well, landing good blows on Sonnen who felt it and went to the ground, but the American managed to defend himself, sweep and get on top again, from where he worked to score points. However, when everything seemed lost, Anderson Silva showed why he is the true champion of the category. In the fifth and final round, Chael took down the Tupiniquim athlete again and used ground and pound once again, but when no one expected it, Anderson managed a surprising triangle, ending the duel in an unbelievable way. Sonnen still complained that he hadn't given up, but the cameras caught the American's three taps
Jon Fitch neutralizes Thiago Pitbull, wins in the decision
Known for his efficient game, but which does not please the fans, Jon Fitch once again put his strategy into practice against Thiago Pitbull. The American dominated the initial two rounds, feigning striking to get to the takedown and working with punches from the guard. In the last round, Pitbull even started better, avoiding being taken down, but in the final minutes, Thiago was taken to the ground again and Fitch got to the Brazilian's back, where he maintained the fight until the end and won the judges' decision. With the victory, Jon will have the chance to fight for the Ultimate welterweight belt against the champion who emerges from the duel between Georges St Pierre e Josh koscheck.
Guida shows determination and wins Rafael dos Anjos
Fight between lightweights Clay guida e Rafael dos Anjos It started off electrifying, with frank striking and the Brazilian landing the best blows, but two strong crosses from the American ended up causing an injury to Rafael, who complained at the end of the first round. In the second round, Guida returned with more movement and managed to take the fight to the ground, where he worked on punches from the guard. In the last round, dos Anjos was taken to the ground again and ended up giving up due to an uncomfortable jaw injury.
Hughes surprises and submits Cachorrão
Seeking to avenge his master Renzo Gracie, Ricardo Cachorrão started the duel better against Matt hugs. Fitting the best blows in his striking, the Brazilian had an advantage on his feet, forcing the American to change his strategy and seek the game in the clinch. However, due to an oversight, a strong straight right hit Cachorrão's chin, which resulted in a knockdown. When trying to get up, the Tupiniquim athlete was on all fours and Hughes used the guillotine, the Brazilian didn't hit and ended up going out. American victory by submission!
Cigano wins another one and will compete for the heavyweight belt
Right at the beginning of the fight, Junior Gypsy showed why he is considered one of the most feared strikers among heavyweights. With a great sequence of blows, the Brazilian punished Roy Nelson who did not meet in the first round, only defending himself from the strong boxing game of the Minotauro Team athlete. In the second round, the American tried to recover, taking advantage of Cigano's fatigue, throwing some punches in his stand-up, but the Brazilian athlete defended his takedown attempts well and was better in boxing again. In the last round, Cigano once again took control of the fight, punishing an exhausted Nelson who was fighting just to avoid being knocked out. In the end, Brazilian victory in the unanimous decision of the judges. Check out the other results of the event:
Main Card
Anderson Silva derrotou Chael Sonnen by submission with a triangle in R5;
Jon Fitch defeated Thiago "Pitbull" Alves in the unanimous decision of the judges;
Clay guida derrotou Rafael dos Anjos due to withdrawal in R3;
Matt hugs derrotou Ricardo “Dog” via guillotine submission in R1;
junior gypsy derrotou Roy Nelson in the unanimous decision of the judges;
Preliminary Card
Tim Boetsch defeated Todd Brown via unanimous decision;
Phil Davis defeated Rodney Wallace via unanimous decision;
Rick Story defeated Dustin Hazelett by knockout in R2;
Dennis Hallman defeated Ben Sauders via unanimous decision;
Johny Hendricks defeated Charlie Brenneman by knockout in R2;
Stefan struve defeated Christian Morecraft via knockout in R2.
READ TOO
- Video: Interview with Anderson Silva after UFC-117
- Dana White teases a rematch between Anderson and Sonnen
- Anderson earns bonuses for best fight and best submission at UFC-117
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