As the centennial event of the ultimate fighting
championship UFC 100 had one of the biggest
lineups in MMA history.
In fact, there were so many big names at this
event that Mark Coleman and John Jones were in
the preliminary fights.
And who can beat that classic gladiator intro?
This event marks a huge milestone for the UFC
and MMA.
Today, we're taking a look at the event that
defined a generation of UFC fighters, UFC 100 .
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First on the docket was UFC newcomer Yoshihiro
Sexy Yaama Akiyama versus Alan the talent
Belcher. Akiyama had made a name for himself
at K1 Heroes and Dream.
At this point he had a record of 12 wins and
only one loss.
But this fight would prove whether or not he
could keep up with a UFC fighter.
It would be Akiyama's first fight outside of
Asia and his first fight ever in an octagon.
Akiyama had a strong judo background.
While Belcher was a well-established stand
up fighter, a classic striking versus a ground
game match up.
In the first round, Belcher established
himself as the aggressor.
But Sexy Yama was able to counter effectively.
And as you said, he's been - OH!
Belcher caught Akiyama. Akiyama jumped right
back up to his feet.
So we're not sure if that was if he was hurt
or if he was caught in a position where his legs
were in the wrong position.
Akiyama dropped for only a moment when Belcher
landed a solid left hand.
But overall, it looked like the Japanese Korean
fighter did more damage.
The hands there.
Akiyama landed a very nice right hand there.
As the rounds went on, Belcher seem to get more
aggressive and land more strikes while Akiyama
was losing steam.
But luckily for Akiyama, the first two rounds
were enough and he secured a victory by
split decision winning fight of the night at
one of the biggest UFC events in history.
The win was pretty controversial.
So we'll let you decide if the judges made the
right call.
Michael the count Bisping was and still is
one of the most popular fighters in the UFC. So
everybody was eager to see him take on two time
Olympian and pride champion Dan Henderson.
Get a victory over Chris Leben.
Bisping was hit by a couple of well-timed
punches, and Henderson was looking very much in
control, but the count wasn't going to be
counted out yet.
Bisping kept up the aggression and combo's
against Henderson.
But all that aggression, wouldn't save him.
Bisping kept moving to Henderson's right,
circling directly into a powerful overhand right.
And that's what he had to worry about Mike. We
just said it.
He is still out cold.
This is the first time Bisping was knocked out
in his career and established a victor in
this American British rivalry.
Next up, we see the legend himself, George
Saint-Pierre, defend his title against Brazillian
mixed martial artist Thiago Pitbull Alves.
Alves was known for being a great striker,
but could he outclass THE George Saint-Pierre?
Good body kick by Georges.
Sant-Pierre postures up, throws and elbow, and
another.
BOOm, he shot him for the double successful
once again.
It was five rounds of domination for GSP. With
the help of his signature Superman punch
into a low kick combo, Saint-Pierre dished out
tons of damage and displayed his dominant
MMA skill set.
GFP successfully defended his title, all
while having a pulled groin muscle.
If that doesn't prove you're the best, I don't
know what does.
Finally, it was time for one of the biggest
fights of the night and one of the most
anticipated rematches of all time. The beast that
is Brock Lesnar was set to take on Frank Mir for
the second time.
Back at UFC
81 Mir won against Lesnar with a quick
submission.
So Lesnar was eager to get back in the octagon
and prove himself. Right out the gate
Lesnar was going for the ground and pound, but
this time Mir wouldn't be quite so lucky.
Just over at his corner said I'm okay
Now he's got - he realizes he's got to
move, these are hurting.
By the second round, Lesnar was using his
full weight on top of Mir and landing heavy
ground and pound shots.
Frank is getting beat up here.
He's taking some big shots.
His face is splattering blood all over his
shoulder.
Power shots of Brock Lesnar. He's got so much
power under those fists.
Brock Lesnar is the undisputed UFC
Heavyweight champion.
Soon the ref had to call it a TKO, and Lesnar
gained his rightful spot as the UFC heavyweight
champion.
Frank Mir had a horseshoe up his a--.
I told him that a year ago. I pulled out some
b---- out and I beat him over the head with it!
Was there any UFC event more hyped than this
one?
Do you think Akiyama deserved to win?
Who's better, Lesnar or GSP?
Let us know in the comments below.
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