PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Spencer Rubenstein (ranked 2039 p4p, 3105 weight class) and Tommy Sausagestrong (ranked 308 p4p, 457 weight class). Tommy Sausagestrong has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Rubenstein
vs
Sausagestrong

191 cm
43
215
30 - 24 - 0

190 cm
34
215
11 - 7 - 0

Good wrestling
Excellent MT
KO power

Good wrestler
Lethal high kicks
Heavy handed

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 30 - 24 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Spencer Rubenstein!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Tommy Sausagestrong!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Seu Braga and Thiago Cunha.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sausagestrong walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong loads up on a big right hand but Rubenstein slips the punch.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sausagestrong moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little jabbing left from Sausagestrong on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sausagestrong takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A slow jab from Sausagestrong misses its intended target.
Rubenstein falls off balance throwing a combination

and Sausagestrong counters by moving into the clinch.

Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick.
Sausagestrong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sausagestrong lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sausagestrong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sausagestrong throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Sausagestrong wants to clinch up but Rubenstein keeps it at a distance.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sausagestrong misses with a two punch combination.
Sausagestrong shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rubenstein sprawls well. Rubenstein wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sausagestrong gets slowly back to his feet.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A shot to the liver by Sausagestrong. Beautiful body shot.
Sausagestrong swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Sausagestrong misses.
Rubenstein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sausagestrong moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sausagestrong.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sausagestrong swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Sausagestrong misses with a body punch
and Rubenstein counters with a series of strikes. Sausagestrong will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sausagestrong motions for Rubenstein to come forward. Sausagestrong throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein feints and then cracks Sausagestrong's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sausagestrong down.
Rubenstein gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Sausagestrong counters with a nice uppercut.
Sausagestrong moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Sausagestrong is just out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sausagestrong.
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!
Sausagestrong misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sausagestrong throws a big counter head kick but Rubenstein avoids it with no problem.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Sausagestrong avoids it.
Rubenstein sets himself, and Sausagestrong steps forward looking for the clinch! Rubenstein avoids it this time.
Sausagestrong fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong misses with a head kick.
A punch combination from Sausagestrong misses.
Rubenstein is looking to score with low kicks.
Rubenstein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sausagestrong.

Oooh a lovely combination from Sausagestrong sends Rubenstein down but not out. Sausagestrong dives into side control looking to finish.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein being controlled for a moment.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Rubenstein tries to escape but Sausagestrong is in control.
Rubenstein is not content to let Sausagestrong control the position.
Rubenstein seems a little lost for a moment, as Sausagestrong dominates the positioning.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.
Rubenstein is letting Sausagestrong control him for a moment.
Sausagestrong is looking to take a break and control but Rubenstein is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Sausagestrong dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Rubenstein throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Sausagestrong counters with a good low kick that Rubenstein was not able to check.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses

and Sausagestrong counters with a shoot takedown. Rubenstein fights it but they end up in guard.

Rubenstein is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Sausagestrong has him pinned against the cage.
Sausagestrong keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rubenstein's efforts to push away.
Sausagestrong misses with the head strike.

Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sausagestrong tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sausagestrong at a distance.
Sausagestrong fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sausagestrong. Sausagestrong obviously looking to wear him down.
Sausagestrong tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Sausagestrong getting the better of the striking in that exchange.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Rubenstein throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sausagestrong finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sausagestrong misses with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sausagestrong throws a fast counter high kick but Rubenstein manages to duck under it in time.
Sausagestrong is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rubenstein rather than just go for the knockout.
Sausagestrong is looking to land body kicks.
Sausagestrong blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sausagestrong crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rubenstein - the referee stops the clock and Sausagestrong gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rubenstein. Sausagestrong manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sausagestrong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rubenstein crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sausagestrong - the referee stops the clock and Rubenstein gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sausagestrong. Rubenstein manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sausagestrong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sausagestrong throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
As Sausagestrong looks to move away, Rubenstein throws a big counter combo but Sausagestrong just gets out of the way.
Rubenstein avoids a kick to the body.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sausagestrong punishes Rubenstein's body with a nice straight punch.
Sausagestrong misses with a straight left.

Sausagestrong moves into the clinch.
Rubenstein tries to break the clinch but Sausagestrong is controlling the position.
Sausagestrong scores with a hook to the body.
Sausagestrong lands a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sausagestrong has him pressed against the cage.
Sausagestrong works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sausagestrong works on Rubenstein's body with a couple of short punches.
Sausagestrong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sausagestrong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sausagestrong is working Rubenstein over against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sausagestrong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Sausagestrong scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sausagestrong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sausagestrong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
A short uppercut from Sausagestrong.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sausagestrong keeps control of Rubenstein as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sausagestrong misses with a body punch.
Rubenstein tries to break free but Sausagestrong pushes him back against the cage.
Rubenstein wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sausagestrong keeps control of Rubenstein as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sausagestrong.
Rubenstein wants to break free but Sausagestrong has control.
Sausagestrong pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sausagestrong has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Rubenstein seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sausagestrong can turn it around.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rubenstein wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sausagestrong lands an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sausagestrong.
Sausagestrong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
Sausagestrong has Rubenstein pressed against the cage, preventing Rubenstein from circling away and getting back to striking at range.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sausagestrong lands with a left to the head.

Sausagestrong jumps into guard, dragging Rubenstein to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sausagestrong holds on and takes a little breather.
Sausagestrong tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rubenstein would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Sausagestrong is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.

Rubenstein gets to his feet. Sausagestrong looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tommy Sausagestrong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!

Rubenstein misses with an attempted mid kick.
A right-left combo lands from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.

Sausagestrong throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Rubenstein stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Sausagestrong follows into mount!

Rubenstein is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sausagestrong looking to control and managing it successfully.
Oh Rubenstein is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rubenstein seems to have got his legs back now.
Sausagestrong with good strikes from the mount here!
Sausagestrong loads up with a big shot that hurts Rubenstein! He's pulled Sausagestrong in close but Sausagestrong has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Rubenstein survive? More strikes from Sausagestrong and Rubenstein is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tommy Sausagestrong!
After the fight, Tommy Sausagestrong was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.