PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Nemanja Kenitov (ranked 4925 p4p, 23293 weight class) and Mariusz Pudzianowski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Mariusz Pudzianowski has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Kenitov
vs
Pudzianowski

190 cm
22
210
5 - 15 - 0

200 cm
25
230
7 - 44 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid Muay Thai
Experienced

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 5 - 15 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Nemanja Kenitov!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 7 - 44 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Mariusz Pudzianowski!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pudzianowski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kenitov's sensitive parts.
Kenitov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Kenitov lands a head kick!
Kenitov looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Pudzianowski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kenitov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kenitov blocks a leg kick.
Pudzianowski with a nice calf kick.
Pudzianowski throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kenitov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kenitov changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pudzianowski doesn't manage to clinch there - Kenitov circles away.
Kenitov blocks a leg kick.
Kenitov throws a shot from downtown. Pudzianowski moves away and avoids it.
Kenitov blocks a low kick nicely.

Kenitov moves into the clinch.
Pudzianowski told us before the fight that he's been working on his elbows. An under utilised technique these days - let's see if it can sway the outcome of the fight.
Pudzianowski is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kenitov to keep the fight standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenitov controlling the action here for a moment.
Pudzianowski tries to pull guard but Kenitov forces him back to his feet, against the cage.

Kenitov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pudzianowski fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kenitov checks it well.
Kenitov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pudzianowski tries a low kick but Kenitov avoids it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Pudzianowski lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kenitov has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kenitov and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Pudzianowski 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.
Kenitov throws a wild body kick that Pudzianowski sees coming a mile off.
Pudzianowski lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Pudzianowski throws a nice outside leg kick.
Pudzianowski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kenitov's sensitive parts.
A leg kick checked by Kenitov.
Pudzianowski throws a low kick, looking for Kenitov's leg but Kenitov calmly moves out of range.
Some bone on bone action there as Kenitov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
A bone on bone clash there as Kenitov blocks the leg kick.
Pudzianowski scores with a leg kick.
Pudzianowski tries to score with a low kick but Kenitov moves his leg out of the way.
Pudzianowski fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kenitov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Some bone on bone action there as Kenitov checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kenitov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kenitov checks a leg kick.
Pudzianowski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kenitov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Pudzianowski throws a solid leg kick but Kenitov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Pudzianowski.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kenitov checks a low kick from Pudzianowski.
Pudzianowski 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.
Mariusz Pudzianowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good work by Kenitov as he checks the leg kick.

Kenitov moves into range and clinches up with Pudzianowski.
Pudzianowski drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nemanja Kenitov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mariusz Pudzianowski.
Pudzianowski tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pudzianowski tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kenitov avoids it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kenitov letting Pudzianowski take a breather here.
Pudzianowski gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kenitov.
Pudzianowski has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pudzianowski tries to circle away but Kenitov has him pinned against the cage.
Pudzianowski is trying to break free.

Kenitov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick that misses.
That kick from Pudzianowski tenderised Kenitov's leg. Kenitov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kenitov blocks a leg kick.
Pudzianowski misses with a leg kick

and Kenitov counters with a nice double leg into side control. Pudzianowski won't be happy with that.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pudzianowski can't do much from the bottom here.

Kenitov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Pudzianowski has escaped the position, nice work there.
Pudzianowski is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kenitov has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kenitov misses with the ground and pound.
Kenitov 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.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pudzianowski wants to control but Kenitov postures up.
Pudzianowski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kenitov. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pudzianowski manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kenitov is staying active underneath Pudzianowski, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kenitov wants to get back to full guard.
Pudzianowski tries to pass to full mount but Kenitov defends it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.

Pudzianowski wants to work for an arm triangle but Kenitov is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Pudzianowski is keen to just control but Kenitov is a slippery customer.

Pudzianowski is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kenitov sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mariusz Pudzianowski dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Pudzianowski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.

Pudzianowski forces Kenitov back against the cage and clinches.
Kenitov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pudzianowski is defending well for now.
Kenitov is trying to pull guard but Pudzianowski has him pressed against the cage.
Pudzianowski tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kenitov smiles and moves away.
Kenitov checks a leg kick nicely.
Pudzianowski shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
As Pudzianowski tries to get set, Kenitov tries to push him back and clinch up but Pudzianowski manages to avoid the attempt.
Pudzianowski walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kenitov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Mariusz Pudzianowski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kenitov checks a leg kick.
Pudzianowski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kenitov checks a leg kick nicely.

Pudzianowski scores with a takedown into Kenitov's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Pudzianowski drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kenitov dives on top into guard.

Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kenitov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pudzianowski is keeping the position for now.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kenitov wants to control from the top but Pudzianowski keeps moving.
Kenitov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Pudzianowski wants to stand and escape but Kenitov is having none of it.
Pudzianowski trying to keep a closed guard but Kenitov is proving a slippery customer.
Kenitov throws a big right hand that misses.
Pudzianowski wants to sweep but no luck.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Pudzianowski is looking to stand up but Kenitov isn't so interested in that idea.
Pudzianowski looking to control.

The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Pudzianowski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kenitov tries to counter with a takedown but Pudzianowski is quick to defend against it.
Pudzianowski turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kenitov misses with the combination.
Kenitov takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kenitov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pudzianowski is defended easily by Kenitov.
Kenitov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kenitov blocks a low kick nicely.
Kenitov appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Pudzianowski motions for Kenitov to come forward. Pudzianowski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kenitov tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pudzianowski swivels and escapes.
Pudzianowski lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.

Pudzianowski moves into the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kenitov as Pudzianowski tries to tie him up.
Kenitov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.

Pudzianowski pulls Kenitov into guard.
Mariusz Pudzianowski has got the better of the ground game so far.
Pudzianowski wants to stand but Kenitov is controlling the position.
Pudzianowski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kenitov with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kenitov trying to control but Pudzianowski is working from the bottom.
Pudzianowski pulls Kenitov in to control the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pudzianowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pudzianowski wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kenitov is now in half guard.
Pudzianowski tries to kick Kenitov off but Kenitov keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Pudzianowski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kenitov is working away from the top position though.
Pudzianowski is trying to escape back to his feet but Kenitov uses the scramble to pass into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pudzianowski wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mariusz Pudzianowski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!

Pudzianowski connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kenitov throws a sloppy head kick and Pudzianowski moves out of range easily.
Pudzianowski attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kenitov checks a low kick from Pudzianowski.
Kenitov checks a low kick from Pudzianowski.
Pudzianowski lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Pudzianowski misses with a low kick.
Pudzianowski fails with a takedown attempt.
Pudzianowski throws a chopping leg kick but Kenitov manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kenitov moves out of range of the leg kick from Pudzianowski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kenitov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick but Kenitov moved away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kenitov checks a leg kick.

Kenitov gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Pudzianowski stops Kenitov from standing up.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Pudzianowski working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pudzianowski works over Kenitov with some ground and pound from guard.

Kenitov has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Pudzianowski has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Pudzianowski with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Pudzianowski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kenitov is defending well for now.
Pudzianowski leaning his opponent against the cage.
Pudzianowski tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pudzianowski stalling against the cage.
Pudzianowski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pudzianowski lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kenitov tries to land knees in the clinch but Pudzianowski avoids the damage to the body.
Kenitov stalling in the clinch but Pudzianowski improves position.
Pudzianowski is trying to break free.
Pudzianowski swings wildly with an uppercut but Kenitov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pudzianowski is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kenitov avoids a wild elbow strike from Pudzianowski.

Kenitov breaks the clinch.
Pudzianowski avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pudzianowski throws a counter combo.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pudzianowski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A clash of legs there as Kenitov blocks the low kick.
Kenitov blocks a low kick nicely.
A nice leg kick from Pudzianowski, right into the meat of the thigh.
Pudzianowski tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Kenitov is able to avoid easily.
Kenitov looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pudzianowski tried to score with a low kick but Kenitov checks it.
That kick from Pudzianowski tenderised Kenitov's leg. Kenitov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kenitov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Pudzianowski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kenitov is out of range and Pudzianowski settles back down.
Pudzianowski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kenitov checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pudzianowski scoring well with a low kick there.
An inside leg kick from Pudzianowski misses.
Kenitov checks the leg kick nicely there.
Pudzianowski misses with a low kick.
Kenitov tries to land a front kick but Pudzianowski steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.

Pudzianowski fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kenitov, pushing him back against the cage.
Kenitov is trying to pull guard but Pudzianowski has him pressed against the cage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pudzianowski is struggling to control the position.

Pudzianowski breaks the clinch.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick but Kenitov checks it.
Pudzianowski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kenitov.
Pudzianowski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Pudzianowski throws a solid leg kick but Kenitov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Pudzianowski.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pudzianowski lands a nice leg kick that just misses Kenitov's sensitive parts.
Pudzianowski 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.
Kenitov tries to clinch up.
Pudzianowski is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A good leg kick by Pudzianowski.
Pudzianowski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Pudzianowski throws a front kick aimed at Kenitov's knee but Kenitov avoids it well.
Pudzianowski fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kenitov is out of range.
Nemanja Kenitov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mariusz Pudzianowski is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Pudzianowski moves in looking to clinch but Kenitov pushes him off.
Pudzianowski scores with a leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mariusz Pudzianowski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pudzianowski 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mariusz Pudzianowski!