The UFC makes its way to Stockholm, Sweden for this number one contenders bout, with home-town hero #1 Alexander ‘The Mauler’ Gustafsson taking on #3 Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson. Join us on The Roar from 8am (AEDT) for live commentary and results.
When Alexander Gustafsson (16-2) took on UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon ‘Bones’ Jones (20-1) back in September of 2013, it was hailed as the greatest title fight in the history of the UFC’s Light Heavyweight division.
It was also a fight that many people argue to this day Gustafsson won. Now he has a chance to get another shot at Jones’ title.
Standing in his way is Anthony Johnson (18-4). Currently on an eight-fight winning streak, the man known as ‘Rumble’ returned to the UFC with a dominant performance over then-title contender Phil ‘Mr Wonderful’ Davis (13-2, 1NC). He then went on to earn himself a performance of the night bonus after a stunning 44-second knock-out of Antônio Rogério Nogueira (21-6) in July last year.
In the co-main event MMA legend Dan ‘Hendo’ Henderson (30-12) will take on a determined #8 Gegard Mousasi (35-5-2) as both fighters enter the Tele2 arena with something to prove.
Having lost four of his past five bouts, Dan Henderson will be looking to silence any critics who believe that the 44-year-old veteran should retire. Henderson will be looking to prove that he still has what it takes to defeat elite middleweights, and a win over a fighter such as Gegard Mousasi would do just that.
Former Strikeforce champion Gegard Mousasi will be hoping to fight his way back into title contention after a disappointing performance against Ronaldo ‘Jacare’ Souza (21-3, 1NC) in his last outing. The man who fights out of the Netherlands will be looking to send a message to Henderson, and prove that he should still be considered a threat to all who compete in the UFC’s 185 and 205 pound divisions.
Who will face Jon Jones next for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship, Alexander Gustafsson or Anthony Johnson? Join us on The Roar from 8am (AEDT) to find out.
Scheduled bouts
(Three x 5-minute rounds)
Flyweight: Neil ‘2Tap’ Seery (14-10) versus Chris ‘The Real Deal’ Beal (10-0)
Heavyweight: Viktor Pesta (9-1) versus Konstantin ‘The Russian Bear’ Erokhin (9-1)
Featherweight: Mirsad Bektic (8-0) versus Paul ‘Redser’ Redmond (10-4)
Lightweight: Mairbek ‘Beckan’ Taisumov (22-5) versus Anthony Christodoulou (12-4)
Light Heavyweight: Nikita ‘Al Capone’ Krylov (17-4) versus Stanislav ‘Stucky’ Nedkov (12-1, 1NC)
Featherweight: Andy ‘The Little Axe’ Ogle (9-5) versus Makwan ‘Mr. Finland’ Amirkhani (10-2)
Welterweight: Kenny Robertson (14-3) versus Sultan Aleiv (13-1)
Welterweight: Nico Musoke (13-3) versus Albert ‘Einstein’ Tumenov (14-2)
Main card on Fox Sports
(Three x 5-minute rounds)
Featherweight: Akira Corassani (14-6, 1NC) versus Sam Sicilia (13-5)
Light Heavyweight: #5 Phil ‘Mr. Wonderful’ Davis (13-2, 1NC) versus #7 Ryan ‘Darth’ Bader (19-4)
Main event
(Five x 5-minute rounds)
(Co-main event) Middleweight: Dan ‘Hendo’ Henderson (30-12) versus #8 Gegard Mousasi (35-5, 2NC)
(Main event) Light Heavyweight: #1 Alexander ‘The Mauler’ Gustafsson (16-2) versus #3 Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson (18-4)
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Was happy to see them stand behind Alex. Johnson is on a tear, can not wait to see him fight Jones, if he can do that to Alex, he can do that to anyone. Still have Jones to win, but with that being said I have Gustafsson to win here.
nickoldschool
Guest
Johnson has to be one of the most exciting fighters in the ufc. He's still very raw but awesome to watch. Feel sorry for gustaffsson that he got clipped that early as the longer the fight the better it is for him but johnson deserves a chance vs Jones. The Swedes know how to support their fighters.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
BONUSES: Fight of the Night: None awarded. Performances of the Night: Anthony Johnson, Gegard Mousasi, Makwan Amirkhani & Kenny Robertson
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Thank you all for joining us on The Roar on what was a crazy event. Anthony Johnson will be the man to take on Jon Jones after silencing the loud Swedish crowd. We look forward to seeing you all again soon, and remember, next Sunday it's the return of Anderson 'The Spider' Silva as he is set to take on Nick Diaz in the main event of UFC 183. The return of the Spider is seven days away!
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
FIGHT RESULTS Light Heavyweight: Anthony Johnson def. Alexander Gustafsson via TKO (Punches) 2:15 R1 Middleweight - Gegard Mousasi def. Dan Henderson via TKO (Punches) 1:10 R1 Light Heavyweight - Ryan Bader def. Phil Davis via Split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) Featherweight - Sam Sicilia def. Akira Corassani via Knockout (Punch) 3:26 R1 Welterweight - Albert Tumenov def. Nico Musoke via Unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Welterweight - Kenny Robertson def. Sultan Aliev via Knockout (Punch) 2:42 R1 Featherweight - Makwan Amirkhani def. Andy Ogle via TKO (Flying knee to the body & punches) 0:08 R1 Light Heavyweight - Nikita Krylov def. Stanislav Nedkov via Submission (Standing guillotine choke) 1:24 R1 Lightweight - Mairbek Taisumov def. Anthony Christodoulou via Knockout (Ground and pound) 0:38 R2 Catchweight (149 lbs) - Mirsad Bektic def. Paul Redmond via Unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-25) Heavyweight - Viktor Pešta def. Konstantin Erokhin via Unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 30-27) Flyweight - Neil Seery def. Chris Beal via Unanimous decision (29-28, 30-27, 29-28)
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Incredible scenes. Alexander Gustafsson just got finished in a big way. Anthony Johnson will take on Jon Jones for the UFC Light Heavyweight title.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Alexander not making any excuses. Great to see, Alexander Gustafsson showing everyone why they love him so much.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
This crowd is still behind their man, good to see.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
A very emotional Gustafsson. Rumble is a very classy guy.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
THE OFFICIAL DECISION: Anthony Johnson def. Alexander Gustafsson via TKO (Punches) 2:15 R1
Max
Guest
How long did it take 3/4 minutes?
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Gotta give credit to Rumble. That man has become a monster since the move to Light Heavyweight.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Amazing scenes from Stockholm. Rumble just finished Alexander Gustafsson in the first round. Wow.
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Anthony Johnson just destroyed Alexander Gustafsson, in Alexander's home town. Amazing! Rumble is ready to take on Jon Jones!
I feel sorry for all the fans watching their man get absolutely brutalised in under a minute! Also feel sorry for the sponsors and advertisers haha
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Alexander Gustafsson vs Anthony Johnson – ROUND 1/5 Round one for this number-one contenders bout is underway. They touch gloves. Inside leg kick lands for Gustafsson. Johnson with a good leg kick. Johnson looking for a big shot. Good straight shot by the Mauler. Good leg kick by Gustafsson. Jab lands by Alex. This crowd is crazy. Eye poke on Johnson. They restart, big right hand lands by Rumble, Gustafsson is hurt! They exchange! Rumble tags him again! Alexander is hurt! Rumble is on top of Gustafsson, he is landing shots. Gustafsson is hurt bad! The referee is calling on Alexander to work, he is not moving. Rumble lands more on the top, Alexander is not recovering! The referee is giving Alex every chance! He is not recovering! This fight is over! WOW!
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
Bruce Buffer is making the introductions, we are just moments away folks!
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
The Mauler is in the octagon. This is a very exciting fight!
Isaac Nowroozi
Roar Guru
The only man to ever come close to beating Jon Jones for the title, in a fight many people think he won. Can he get another shot at the title?