MMANIAK 45 PBP Commentary

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Victor Mordino (ranked 5636 p4p, 678 weight class) and Gustaf Scandinavian (ranked 22435 p4p, 941 weight class). Scandinavian has chosen Mask Off - Future as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Gustaf Scandinavian has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Mordino
vs
Scandinavian

187 cm
21
180 lbs
1 - 5 - 1

187 cm
22
177 lbs
4 - 3 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Very strong

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Knockout power

RAGS of a RONIN
Zenith Nutrition (160q/225$)

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 1 - 5 - 1, fighting out of London, Victor Mordino!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 3 - 0, fighting out of St Petersburg, Gustaf Scandinavian!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Ackerman and James Atkins.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mordino throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Scandinavian's waist but Scandinavian gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mordino off to one side.
Scandinavian looks to land a combination but Mordino avoids it well.
Mordino has his takedown stuffed

and Scandinavian counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Scandinavian.
Scandinavian prevents a takedown attempt there.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Scandinavian has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Victor Mordino. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Scandinavian manages to break the clinch.
A solid leg kick lands there for Scandinavian.
Mordino tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Scandinavian defends well and Mordino ends up having to push Scandinavian into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Mordino shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Scandinavian sprawls well. Scandinavian wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mordino gets slowly back to his feet.
Scandinavian fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mordino looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mordino dives in for a single leg takedown but Scandinavian sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Mordino sets himself, and Scandinavian steps forward looking for the clinch! Mordino avoids it this time.
Scandinavian lands a jab-cross combination.
Mordino takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Scandinavian lands a high kick!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scandinavian scores with a one two! Mordino had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mordino shoots in for a double leg but Scandinavian sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Scandinavian!

Scandinavian gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Scandinavian.
Scandinavian lands an elbow inside.

It looks like Victor Mordino has been cut.
Scandinavian misses with a punch on the inside.
Scandinavian stops a takedown attempt from Mordino.
Scandinavian lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Mordino tries to score a body lock takedown but Scandinavian shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Mordino is looking to take this one to the mat.
Scandinavian lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Scandinavian lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mordino backwards.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Scandinavian creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scandinavian lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Scandinavian stalling against the cage.
Mordino has Scandinavian pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Scandinavian manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Scandinavian lands a left hand.
Scandinavian drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mordino has Scandinavian pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Scandinavian manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

Scandinavian pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Scandinavian throws a head kick that half lands.
Mordino shoots for a double leg takedown but Scandinavian sprawls well. He's pushed Mordino's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Scandinavian stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Scandinavian wants it to stay on the feet.
Mordino shoots for a double leg takedown but Scandinavian sprawls well. He's pushed Mordino's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mordino is breathing heavily.
Scandinavian throws a head kick that Mordino semi-blocks.

Scandinavian clinches up against the cage.

Scandinavian escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Scandinavian throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mordino.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mordino.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Scandinavian scores with a nice strike.
Scandinavian lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
A head kick from Scandinavian lands but Mordino takes it in his stride.
Scandinavian throws a head kick that misses.
Scandinavian misses with a series of wild punches.
Mordino appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mordino closes this distance looking for a takedown but Scandinavian circles away.
Scandinavian cracks Mordino with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Mordino misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Nice takedown defense from Scandinavian. No joy for Mordino on that attempt.

Scandinavian closes the distance and clinches.
Scandinavian lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mordino backwards.
Mordino tries for a takedown. No joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scandinavian pushes Mordino back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Scandinavian is defending well against a takedown attempt.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mordino wants to take the fight to the mat but Scandinavian manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mordino wants a takedown but no success here.
Scandinavian has a couple of punches blocked by Mordino.
Mordino blocking some punches.
Scandinavian swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mordino is looking to take this one to the mat.
Mordino is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Scandinavian pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Scandinavian lands a nice uppercut.
A bit of stalling here from Scandinavian.
Mordino drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.

Scandinavian breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mordino.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gustaf Scandinavian dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Victor Mordino's cut.
That's time! Mordino's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

Mordino fails to land the takedown.
Mordino misses with a takedown
and Scandinavian counters with a straight right hand.
Scandinavian connects with a high kick.
Scandinavian scores with a jab.
Mordino takes one to the side of the head.
Mordino shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Scandinavian pinned against the cage. Scandinavian gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Victor Mordino. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scandinavian tries a head kick but it misses.
Mordino has his takedown stuffed
enabling Scandinavian to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mordino misses with a takedown attempt - Scandinavian sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mordino takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Scandinavian throws a nice head kick!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mordino misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mordino shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Scandinavian defends it nicely.
Scandinavian connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Mordino takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Scandinavian lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Mordino circles away quickly and effectively.
Victor Mordino seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mordino with a poor takedown
and Mordino takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Scandinavian throws a sloppy head kick and Mordino moves out of range easily.
Mordino shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Scandinavian pinned against the cage. Scandinavian gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Scandinavian catches Mordino with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mordino takes one on the button.
Scandinavian getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mordino takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Scandinavian lands a two punch combo.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mordino keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Scandinavian pulls out of a head kick attempt.

Mordino changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Scandinavian looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Mordino takes a little break here. Scandinavian wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Scandinavian really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Mordino. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Mordino tries for a kimura but Scandinavian is defending well.

Mordino swings around for an armbar but Scandinavian sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Mordino's guard.
Scandinavian throws a strike but Mordino rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mordino sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mordino pushes down on Scandinavian's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Mordino takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.

Mordino is working for a kimura but Scandinavian is defending it quite comfortably.
Mordino seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Scandinavian is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Mordino keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

Mordino seems to be looking for submissions.
Mordino is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.

Mordino is looking for a kimura but Scandinavian is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Mordino to get the leverage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Gustaf Scandinavian showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Victor Mordino's cut.
That's time! Mordino's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!

Mordino changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Scandinavian tries to avoid it but Mordino manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Scandinavian to the ground. Scandinavian escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Mordino looks for a takedown but Scandinavian sprawls well.
Mordino misses with a takedown
and Scandinavian cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Victor Mordino. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Scandinavian throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Mordino.
Mordino dives in for a single leg takedown but Scandinavian sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Scandinavian throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Scandinavian darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Mordino shoots and misses
and Scandinavian counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Scandinavian throws a good cross that connects.
Mordino takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mordino shoots in for a double leg but Scandinavian sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Scandinavian goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mordino fails with a takedown attempt.
Scandinavian might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Scandinavian lands a jab to the nose.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mordino looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Scandinavian is fending him off so far but Mordino persists. Nope, Scandinavian circles away and we're back to standing.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Scandinavian!
Mordino fails with a takedown attempt.
Scandinavian lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A jab lands there for Scandinavian.
Scandinavian lands with a straight right. Mordino didn't see that one coming.
Mordino shoots in for a takedown but Scandinavian shows good takedown defense.
Scandinavian drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mordino defends it well.
Mordino looks for a takedown but Scandinavian sprawls well.
Decent striking displayed by Scandinavian there.
Scandinavian throws a head kick but Mordino moves out of range.
Mordino fails to land the takedown.
Gustaf Scandinavian is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mordino takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Scandinavian throws a good cross that connects.
Mordino looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Scandinavian connects with a nice looking jab.
Mordino shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Scandinavian as he jumps to the side.
Scandinavian lands a nice shot to the body.
Mordino closes the distance and clinches up with Scandinavian, looking for a takedown. Mordino pushes Scandinavian against the cage but Scandinavian circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Scandinavian connects with a body shot.
Scandinavian lands with a slapping head kick.
Mordino fails with the takedown.
Scandinavian moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mordino takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Mordino takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Mordino shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Scandinavian pinned against the cage. Scandinavian gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Scandinavian lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Mordino takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Scandinavian stuffs the takedown.
Mordino misses with a takedown attempt - Scandinavian sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Victor Mordino has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Scandinavian scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Scandinavian throws a right hand that Mordino ducks under and follows up with a left that Mordino also avoids with ease.
Mordino takes a body punch but keeps moving.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A nice combination there by Scandinavian.
Mordino takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Scandinavian tries a head kick but it misses.
Mordino appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mordino is defended easily by Scandinavian.
Scandinavian pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Mordino shoots and misses
and Scandinavian counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mordino darts in looking for a takedown but Scandinavian gets double underhooks and turns Mordino into the cage.
A decent looking cross lands there for Scandinavian.
Scandinavian digs a good hook to Mordino's body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mordino misses with a wild body shot.
Mordino closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mordino has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mordino there as he acknowledges the shot.
Scandinavian uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mordino.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gustaf Scandinavian comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Scandinavian winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 25:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 25:30
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gustaf Scandinavian!
Gustaf Scandinavian decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
69%

Undercard bout

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Ramsay Darrow (ranked 1354 p4p, 207 weight class) and Alexei Erschov (ranked 14088 p4p, 883 weight class). Alexei Erschov has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Darrow
vs
Erschov

178 cm
30
173 lbs
11 - 4 - 0

170 cm
36
180 lbs
14 - 31 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Cardio machine

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 4 - 0, fighting out of London, Ramsay Darrow!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 31 - 0, fighting out of London, Alexei Erschov!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Atkins and Donald Grub.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Darrow lands a jab.
Erschov shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Darrow as he jumps to the side.
Darrow connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Erschov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ramsay Darrow seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Darrow thuds his shin into the meat of Erschov's side.
Erschov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Darrow digs a good hook to Erschov's body.
Darrow has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hazzard County Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Darrow connects with a leg kick. Erschov looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Darrow throws a body punch but Erschov moves out of range.

Darrow moves into range and clinches up with Erschov.
Erschov takes a shot to the head.
Erschov tries to pull guard but Darrow holds him up against the cage and eventually Erschov drops back down to his feet.
Darrow gets underhooks to prevent Erschov's takedown attempt.
Ramsay Darrow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexei Erschov.
Darrow works on Erschov's body with a couple of short punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Erschov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Darrow is defending well for now.
Darrow is struggling to control the position.
Nice body punch from Darrow.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A short right from Darrow on the inside.
Darrow working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Darrow manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Darrow scores with a nice hook to the head.
Darrow stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.

Darrow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice sprawl there from Darrow as Erschov shoots in.
Darrow jabs Erschov to the body, keeping him at a distance.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Darrow presses Erschov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Erschov looks winded!

Darrow breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Darrow is looking to slow Erschov down with leg kicks.
Erschov takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Darrow lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Darrow connects with a good right hand that stumbles Erschov. Erschov circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Darrow moves out of range of the leg kick from Erschov.
A counter left hand to the body from Darrow misses its target.
Erschov tries to clinch but Darrow moves out of range.
Darrow scores with a punch to the head.

Darrow has managed to clinch.
Darrow avoiding damage as Erschov throws knees to the body.
Erschov is trying to force a seperation but Darrow has the dominant position.
Darrow lands a right hand that snaps the head of Erschov backwards.
Darrow digs a right hand underneath Erschov's ribcage. Erschov let out a lung full of air as it connected.

Darrow manages to break the clinch.
Ramsay Darrow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Erschov walks into a stiff left hand from Darrow.
Darrow digs a good body shot into Erschov's ribs.
Erschov doesn't manage to clinch there - Darrow circles away.
Erschov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Darrow feints and then cracks Erschov's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Erschov down.
Decent striking displayed by Darrow there.
Darrow scores with a body shot.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Darrow lands with a hook. Erschov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Darrow lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Erschov at a distance.
Darrow is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Darrow bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Erschov's head.
Darrow scores with a nice head shot.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Darrow, right into the meat.
Good standup being displayed there by Darrow as he connects with a hook.
Erschov fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Darrow is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.

Darrow gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Erschov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Darrow has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Darrow lands with a short shot to the head.

Darrow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!

Darrow drives through and clinches with Erschov against the cage.
Erschov tries to score a body lock takedown but Darrow shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Darrow lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Darrow.
Darrow lands an uppercut.
Darrow lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Erschov backwards.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Erschov has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Darrow is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Darrow avoiding damage as Erschov throws knees to the body.
Darrow gets through Erschov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Darrow - that landed with a thud.
Still in the clinch, Darrow scores with a nice short uppercut.
Darrow lands a shot to the body.

Darrow's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Darrow dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Erschov. That did some damage!
Darrow lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Darrow with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Darrow connects with a solid leg kick.
Darrow fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Erschov.
Darrow digs a good hook to Erschov's body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Erschov takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Erschov's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Darrow lands a lovely overhand right.
Darrow scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Erschov shoots in for a double leg but Darrow sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ramsay Darrow dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Darrow displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Erschov.
Good leg kick by Darrow there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Darrow scores with a leg kick.
Erschov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Darrow counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Erschov thinking.
Darrow stuffs the takedown attempt from Erschov. Erschov gets slowly back to his feet.
Ramsay Darrow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexei Erschov.
Erschov takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Darrow lands a two punch combo.
Darrow is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Erschov can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Darrow fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Erschov.
Darrow dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Erschov. That did some damage!
Erschov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Darrow lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Darrow.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Erschov shoots in but Darrow avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Erschov is breathing heavily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Darrow.
Darrow cracks a nice hook into Erschov's ribs.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Darrow.
Darrow fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Erschov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Erschov tries for a takedown but Darrow sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Erschov shoots in for a double leg but Darrow sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Darrow digs a good hook to Erschov's body.
Darrow throws a nice inside leg kick.
Darrow catches Erschov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!

Darrow rushes Erschov and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Darrow throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Erschovs head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Still in the clinch, Darrow scores with a nice short uppercut.
Darrow lands a right hand that snaps the head of Erschov backwards.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Still in the clinch, Darrow scores with a nice short uppercut.
Darrow lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Erschov.
Darrow lands a body shot.
Darrow lands a body punch in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Darrow.

Darrow breaks from the clinch.
Darrow lands with a kick to the ribs.
Alexei Erschov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Darrow pushes Erschov up against the cage in a clinch.
Erschov swings wildly with an uppercut but Darrow uses good head movement to avoid it.

Darrow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Darrow connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Darrow lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Erschov at a distance.
Darrow connects with a solid leg kick.
Darrow lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Erschov is trying desperately to land a takedown but Darrow is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Erschov.

Darrow escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Erschov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Darrow finds it's way round the side to connect with Erschov's head.
A left lands for Darrow.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Darrow, right into the meat.
A solid leg kick lands there for Darrow.
Darrow lands a nice looking body shot.
Erschov shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Darrow as he avoids it easily.
Erschov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A chopping leg kick lands by Darrow.
Darrow jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Darrow dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Erschov. That did some damage!

Darrow has managed to clinch.
Darrow scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Darrow avoiding damage.
Erschov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Darrow breaks from the clinch.
Darrow lands with a thumping leg kick.
Darrow comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.

Darrow takes the fight into the clinch.
Darrow lands a right hand.
Darrow lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short right from Darrow.
Darrow pushes Erschov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Darrow lands with a right to the head.
Darrow lands a shot to the body.
Darrow digs a right hand into Erschov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Erschov's gas tank.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Darrow takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Darrow creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Darrow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ramsay Darrow dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Erschov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Erschov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Darrow circles away.
Erschov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Darrow connects with a crisp jab.

Darrow clinches up with Erschov and pushes him back against the cage.
Darrow lands a shoulder strike.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.

Darrow breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Darrow scores with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Erschov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Darrow scores with a leg kick.
Erschov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Darrow counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Erschov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Darrow lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Darrow connects with a body shot that sends Erschov's belly button to the back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Erschov drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Darrow lands a right hook to the body.
Darrow lands a really nice looking cross but Erschov seems unphased.
Darrow lands with a right hand.
Erschov gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Darrow.
Darrow scores with a punch to the head.
Darrow connects with a crisp jab.
Darrow connects with a body shot.
Darrow sizes up Erschov with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Darrow stuffs the takedown.
Ramsay Darrow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Alexei Erschov.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Darrow lands a nice looking kick to the body. Erschov takes a step back to recover.
Darrow cracks Erschov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Darrow lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Darrow dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Erschov. That did some damage!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Darrow buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Darrow throws a nice outside leg kick.

Darrow closes the distance and clinches.
A short left from Darrow.
Erschov is trying to stall.
Darrow makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Darrow lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Erschov backwards.
Darrow working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Erschov has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Erschov wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Darrow lands a left hand.
Erschov tries to pull guard but Darrow won't allow it.
Darrow lands a body shot in the clinch.
Darrow works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Darrow lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Erschov is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Darrow is defending well.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Darrow breaks the clinch.
Darrow cracks Erschov with a right hand to the side of the head.
Erschov on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Darrow, as that shot connected.
Darrow connects with a body shot.
A jab from Darrow finds it's way through Erschov's defenses.
Darrow lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Erschov at a distance.
Erschov shoots in for a takedown but Darrow shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Darrow is looking to counter punch.
Erschov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.

Darrow fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Erschov, pushing him back against the cage.
Darrow works on Erschov's body with a couple of short punches.
Ramsay Darrow is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Ramsay Darrow has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Darrow scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Darrow scores with a hook to the body.
Darrow lands a left hand that snaps the head of Erschov backwards.
Darrow prevents a takedown attempt there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Darrow lands with a light punch inside.
Erschov is trying to push Darrow away but Darrow has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Erschov has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.

Darrow manages to break the clinch.
Darrow lands a nice leg kick that just misses Erschov's sensitive parts.
Erschov gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Erschov on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Darrow lunges at Erschov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Erschov's hand.
A punch lands to the side of Erschov 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Darrow with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Erschov takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Alexei Erschov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Erschov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ramsay Darrow showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Darrow has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:24
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:24
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ramsay Darrow!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
91%

Co-main event

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between David McCarthy (ranked 3071 p4p, 439 weight class) and Buster Blighton (ranked 4526 p4p, 593 weight class). McCarthy comes to the cage accompanied by Chamillionaire - Ridin' ft. Krayzie Bone. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.

McCarthy
vs
Blighton

180 cm
33
166 lbs
22 - 8 - 0

186 cm
26
173 lbs
3 - 3 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent boxer
Granite chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Brawler
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the welterweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 22 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, David McCarthy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of London, Buster Blighton !
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Richard Clark and Daniel Bishop.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Blighton throws a head kick but McCarthy moves out of range.

Excellent takedown into side control there by McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
McCarthy looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Blighton is avoiding damage well.
Sloppy strikes there by McCarthy.
Blighton is trying to control McCarthy's posture but McCarthy avoids it.

McCarthy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Blighton on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
McCarthy throwing strikes but missing, from side control.

McCarthy is trying to get an arm triangle but Blighton is defending well.
McCarthy working the ground and pound but Blighton is defending the strikes.

That's one minute gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Blighton 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The strikes coming from McCarthy are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Blighton is looking for a sweep.
McCarthy is looking to take a break and control but Blighton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Blighton misses with an elbow from the bottom.
Blighton can't do much from the bottom here.
McCarthy working the body and head with strikes.

McCarthy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Blighton wants to control but McCarthy postures up.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
McCarthy tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ground and pound from McCarthy seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Blighton is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked McCarthy off and has taken his back!
Blighton has the hooks in. McCarthy is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
McCarthy tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
McCarthy keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Blighton tries to control but McCarthy wriggling away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blighton looking to finish with strikes here!
McCarthy gets back to half guard.

McCarthy actively working from the bottom here.
Blighton is figuring out what he wants to do next.

McCarthy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCarthy trying to hold on to Blighton 's head to control him but Blighton postures up.
McCarthy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
McCarthy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.

McCarthy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McCarthy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCarthy keeping control of the position.

McCarthy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Blighton wants to control but McCarthy is keeping him busy.

Blighton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and McCarthy defends it well.
Blighton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCarthy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCarthy tries to get to full guard but Blighton has control of the leg.
Blighton passes the guard and advances to mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David McCarthy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

McCarthy closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Blighton to the mat! Blighton manages to get full guard.
Blighton is trying to keep McCarthy in close.

Blighton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCarthy defends it easily.
McCarthy throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

Blighton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
David McCarthy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McCarthy lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCarthy lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCarthy throwing strikes from guard but Blighton blocks nicely.
McCarthy postures up in Blighton 's guard and throws a big left but Blighton blocks it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McCarthy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

McCarthy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and McCarthy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
McCarthy works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Blighton is trying to control but can't.

McCarthy is working for a kimura but Blighton is defending it quite comfortably.
Blighton wants to improve his position but McCarthy is controlling well.

McCarthy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Blighton is just riding it out for now. McCarthy eventually gives up the hold.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blighton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McCarthy is working away from the top position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

McCarthy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Blighton has managed to free his arm - good work.

McCarthy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blighton sees it coming and defends easily.

Blighton actively working from the bottom here.
Blighton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blighton trying to hold on to McCarthy's head to control him but McCarthy postures up.

McCarthy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Blighton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time McCarthy.
McCarthy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Blighton trying to control but McCarthy postures up.
McCarthy missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
McCarthy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Blighton can do to turn this around?

McCarthy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
McCarthy winds up and cracks Blighton with a swinging punch to the side of the head.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

McCarthy is looking for a kimura here.

McCarthy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Blighton sees it coming and defends easily.
McCarthy thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Blighton 's head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

McCarthy is looking for a kimura here.

Blighton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

David McCarthy dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!

McCarthy closes the distance and clinches.
Blighton tries to pull guard but McCarthy holds him up against the cage and eventually Blighton drops back down to his feet.
Blighton tries to pull guard but McCarthy forces him back to his feet, against the cage.

McCarthy works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Blighton keeping full guard, as McCarthy tries to pass.

McCarthy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Blighton is looking for a triangle but McCarthy pushes his legs off easily.
McCarthy looking to control the position here, rather than advance.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Blighton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCarthy.
McCarthy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Blighton swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Blighton throwing rabbit punches from the bottom - showing the judges that he's keeping busy.
McCarthy stopping the sweep attempt from Blighton .
Blighton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCarthy.
Blighton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCarthy.
Blighton working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from McCarthy.
McCarthy throws a big elbow that misses.
McCarthy trying to control but Blighton is working from the bottom.
Blighton controls McCarthy momentarily but McCarthy frees himself.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.

McCarthy drops back looking for a leg! Blighton is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Blighton manages to kick McCarthy off! McCarthy jumps back into Blighton 's guard.

Blighton is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. McCarthy is aware though and is defending well.

Blighton escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McCarthy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
McCarthy postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McCarthy looking to pass the guard.

The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

Blighton moves into the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

McCarthy gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Blighton regains guard.
Blighton keeping moving, preventing McCarthy from controlling successfully.
Blighton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Blighton wants to sweep here but McCarthy controlling him for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy is working Blighton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
McCarthy postures up in Blighton 's guard and throws a big left but Blighton blocks it.
McCarthy in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McCarthy accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McCarthy working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McCarthy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
McCarthy postures up in Blighton 's guard and throws a big left but Blighton blocks it.
Our spies down at at English Top Team - THE Hybrid Gym (11 ELITE ) inform us that Blighton has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Blighton bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCarthy's guard.

Blighton throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McCarthy works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

McCarthy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.

McCarthy is looking for a triangle but Blighton pushes his legs off easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McCarthy keeping moving, preventing Blighton from controlling successfully.

McCarthy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Blighton is aware though and is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCarthy utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Blighton looking to pass the guard.
Buster Blighton has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
David McCarthy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Blighton throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.

And that's the end of the fight!
David McCarthy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCarthy, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... David McCarthy!

C
A

C
B

energy
A | B

hype
A | B

pop
A | B

mgr
A | B

FIGHT
RATING
28%

Main event

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between De Janeiro (ranked 3697 p4p, 368 weight class) and Pit Mies (ranked 4845 p4p, 446 weight class). Mies has chosen Condemned 84 - Face the agression as his entrance music. Pit Mies will no doubt be trying to keep this one on the feet, where he has a distinct advantage.

Janeiro
vs
Mies

180 cm
32
155 lbs
20 - 12 - 0

173 cm
41
151 lbs
31 - 41 - 1

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Granite chin

BJJ Brown Belt
Counter fighter
Knockout power

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the lightweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 20 - 12 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, De Janeiro!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 31 - 41 - 1, fighting out of Los Angeles, Pit Mies!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Chris Edwards and Andrew Berry.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling eachother endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.

Janeiro shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Janeiro showed some decent athleticism there.
Janeiro not landing any meaningful shots this time.

Mies looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Janeiro has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Mies defend it? Janeiro steps over the head and cranks it - Mies is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Janeiro!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). De Janeiro!
De Janeiro is the new lightweight champion!
In defeat, Pit Mies stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be back stronger!'.