PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. (ranked 267 p4p, 387 weight class) and Hunt Mfer (ranked 43 p4p, 58 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Thibodeaux Jr. might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Rags2Riches. On his way into the cage it seems that Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?

Thibodeaux Jr.
vs
Mfer

191 cm
21
214
11 - 1 - 0

185 cm
23
220
10 - 2 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Granite chin

Good wrestler
World class boxer
Good gas tank

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the light heavyweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 11 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Dakota Thibodeaux Jr.!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 10 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Hunt Mfer!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Jorge Garcia and Alyssa Summers.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Mfer darts in looking for a takedown but Thibodeaux Jr. gets double underhooks and turns Mfer into the cage.
Mfer scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Decent striking displayed by Mfer there.
A low kick lands for Thibodeaux Jr..
Mfer shoots in looking for a takedown. Thibodeaux Jr. tries to sprawl out of it but Mfer keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thibodeaux Jr. manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Thibodeaux Jr. takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That kick from Thibodeaux Jr. tenderised Mfer's leg. Mfer is trying to keep his angry face on.
Mfer shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Thibodeaux Jr. but Thibodeaux Jr. pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hunt Mfer.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mfer lands a jab to Thibodeaux Jr.'s midsection.
Thibodeaux Jr. has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Thib's Sweat Shoppe in the buildup to the fight.
Mfer is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mfer swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Mfer throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mfer uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Mfer scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Thibodeaux Jr. doesn't seem bothered though.
Mfer throws a hook but Thibodeaux Jr. avoids it easily.
Thibodeaux Jr. is looking to counter with a body kick.
Mfer takes one on the button.
Mfer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mfer misses the shot to the body.
Mfer scores with a push kick.

Mfer has Thibodeaux Jr. up against the cage in a clinch.
Mfer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mfer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mfer misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mfer lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mfer blocks an uppercut.
Mfer lands a body shot in the clinch.
Mfer misses with some punches.
Thibodeaux Jr. misses with a body punch.
Mfer tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Mfer on the inside.
Mfer swings wildly with an uppercut but Thibodeaux Jr. uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thibodeaux Jr. tries a knee to the head but Mfer blocks it.
Mfer tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thibodeaux Jr.'s elbow.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A short uppercut from Mfer.
Mfer scores with a nice hook to the head.
Thibodeaux Jr. scores with a nice hook to the head.
Mfer blocks a body shot from Thibodeaux Jr..

Mfer is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Thibodeaux Jr. can't fight it off and eventually Mfer manages to take the fight to the floor. Thibodeaux Jr. looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.

Mfer drops back, looking for a kneebar! Thibodeaux Jr. looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Thibodeaux Jr. looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Thibodeaux Jr.!

Mfer is looking to regain half guard here but Thibodeaux Jr. keeps moving and retains side control.
Mfer keeps trying to improve his position.
Mfer wants to control but Thibodeaux Jr. postures up.
Mfer tries to improve position but can't.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Thibodeaux Jr. controlling the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mfer is looking to reverse the position.
Thibodeaux Jr. working away.
Mfer tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Thibodeaux Jr. is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Mfer's shoulder. That is not cool.
Mfer tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

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

Mfer tries to clinch up.
Thibodeaux Jr. appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Thibodeaux Jr. throws an off balance right hand
and Mfer counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Mfer misses with the combination.
Thibodeaux Jr. takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mfer does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Mfer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mfer throws a shot from downtown. Thibodeaux Jr. moves away and avoids it.
Mfer throws a hook but Thibodeaux Jr. blocks it.
Thibodeaux Jr. is looking to counter punch.
Good work by Mfer as he checks the leg kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mfer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mfer shoots in for a takedown but Thibodeaux Jr. shows good takedown defense.
Thibodeaux Jr. lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Mfer has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Thibodeaux Jr. tries to move into range but Mfer moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Mfer misses with a looping left.
Thibodeaux Jr. half committed to a counter leg kick.
Mfer tries to bum rush Thibodeaux Jr. with a series of wild strikes but Thibodeaux Jr. uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Mfer throws a head kick but Thibodeaux Jr. moves out of range.
Thibodeaux Jr. uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mfer.
Thibodeaux Jr. takes one to the chin there.
Thibodeaux Jr. looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Thibodeaux Jr. shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Donk. Thibodeaux Jr. catches Mfer right on the button with a cross.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mfer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Thibodeaux Jr. takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mfer connects with a jab.
Thibodeaux Jr. moves forwards but Mfer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mfer misses with a hook
and Thibodeaux Jr. counters with a low kick, right behind Mfer 's knee.
Mfer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Thibodeaux Jr. needs to keep his hands up - Mfer had a free shot at his head there.
Mfer throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mfer misses with a hook
and Thibodeaux Jr. counters with a thumping low kick.
Mfer digs a good hook to Thibodeaux Jr.'s body.
Mfer shoots in and drives through. Thibodeaux Jr. sprawls well.
Thibodeaux Jr. swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mfer. Thibodeaux Jr. does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Thibodeaux Jr. on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mfer throws out a leg kick but Thibodeaux Jr. moves out of range and Mfer only half commits.
Thibodeaux Jr. defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mfer.
Thibodeaux Jr. swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hunt Mfer.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Mfer.
It looked like Thibodeaux Jr. wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mfer tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thibodeaux Jr. was well out of range. Poor timing from Mfer.
A big left from Mfer misses.
Mfer turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Mfer looks to score with a jab to the body but Thibodeaux Jr. is just out of range.
Hunt Mfer seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mfer throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mfer throws a hook to the side of Thibodeaux Jr.'s head but Thibodeaux Jr. sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mfer just misses with a punch to the body.
Thibodeaux Jr. takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Thibodeaux Jr. misses the jab.
Mfer looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A bone on bone clash there as Mfer blocks the leg kick.
A cross from Mfer lands.
Mfer throws a hook but Thibodeaux Jr. blocks it.
Thibodeaux Jr. moves out of range of the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Thibodeaux Jr. tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A low kick lands for Thibodeaux Jr..
The fighters circle momentarily. Mfer darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mfer tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thibodeaux Jr. paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Thibodeaux Jr. lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hunt Mfer showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Thibodeaux Jr. is leaning against Mfer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Thibodeaux Jr. tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mfer's elbow.
Mfer tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Thibodeaux Jr. smiles and moves away.
Mfer throws the left hand but Thibodeaux Jr. avoids the punch easily.
A nice inside leg kick there by Thibodeaux Jr.. That's going to slow Mfer down.
Mfer throws a big shot that misses.
Mfer misses with a straight right.
Mfer scores with a jab. Thibodeaux Jr. acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thibodeaux Jr. lands a nice looking kick to the body. Mfer takes a step back to recover.
Thibodeaux Jr. bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.

It looks like Hunt Mfer has been cut.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Thibodeaux Jr. chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Mfer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mfer loads up on a big right hand but Thibodeaux Jr. slips the punch.
Thibodeaux Jr. is looking to counter punch.
Mfer looks to score with a jab to the body but Thibodeaux Jr. is just out of range.
Mfer misses with an uppercut. Thibodeaux Jr. saw that one coming.
Thibodeaux Jr. tried to counter with a leg kick but Mfer avoided it.
Mfer throws a shot from downtown. Thibodeaux Jr. moves away and avoids it.
Thibodeaux Jr. throws a quick counter kick to the body but Mfer avoids it.
Mfer misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Thibodeaux Jr. counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mfer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thibodeaux Jr. moves away from the strike by Mfer.
Thibodeaux Jr. is looking for a counter combo.
Thibodeaux Jr. misses with a low kick.
Mfer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mfer throws a shot to the body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice sprawl there from Thibodeaux Jr. as Mfer shoots in.
Mfer throws the left hand but Thibodeaux Jr. avoids the punch easily.
Thibodeaux Jr. was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mfer throws a looping overhand right but Thibodeaux Jr. ducks down to avoid it.
Mfer misses with a jab to the body

and Thibodeaux Jr. counters with a nice right hand that sends Mfer toppling to the canvas! Mfer scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Thibodeaux Jr. finish him?!

Mfer is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mfer throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Thibodeaux Jr. counters with a leg kick.
Mfer is still on wobbly legs! Can Thibodeaux Jr. finish him?
Thibodeaux Jr. with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
You can see that Mfer has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Thibodeaux Jr. lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mfer's sensitive parts.
Mfer takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Mfer seems to have recovered his senses.
Mfer checks a low kick from Thibodeaux Jr..
Mfer is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Thibodeaux Jr. doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Mfer crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Mfer's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Dakota Thibodeaux Jr.!
Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Dakota Thibodeaux Jr. thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.