PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a welterweight MMA rules bout between Andreas L (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ben Lagman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both these guys have really solid chins. Will we see a standup war or will they both decide that a knockout is unlikely and try to win the fight elsewhere?

L
vs
Lagman

187 cm
20
176 lbs
5 - 1 - 0

188 cm
24
169 lbs
5 - 2 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Brawler
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
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 5 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Andreas L!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 5 - 2 - 0, fighting out of New York, Ben Lagman!
The judges for this bout are Anthony Taglia, Jorge Garcia and David Schapiro.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
L tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
L dodges the punch combination from Lagman.
Lagman tries to score a power double leg takedown but L sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lagman somewhat.
L throws a jab when Lagman was well out of range.
L motions for Lagman to come forward. L throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
L scores with a shot to the body.
Jab by L.
L scores with a head kick.
Lagman shoots in for a takedown but L shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
L pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lagman tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but L paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lagman tries to clinch but L is having none of it.
L throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Lagman throws a low kick but it's checked well by L.
L throws a nice looking combination but Lagman bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Good leg kick by L there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Lagman moves into the clinch.
Lagman is working for takedown but L is calmly controlling the position for now.
Andreas L has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ben Lagman.

L escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lagman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as L throws out the jab.
Lagman blocks a head kick by L.
L lands a really nice looking cross but Lagman seems unphased.
Lagman throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lagman throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
L connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
L tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
L stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and L wants it to stay on the feet.
Lagman is trying desperately to land a takedown but L is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Lagman.
Lagman looks gassed!
Nice takedown defense from L. No joy for Lagman on that attempt.
Lagman fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Andreas L is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.

L lands a big head kick that sends Lagman tumbling to the mat! L takes a step backwards and waves Lagman back to his feet - he wants the finish!

Lagman is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body kick from L.
Lagman is still on wobbly legs! Can L finish him?
L misses with a head kick.
Andreas L seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
L throws a quick head kick that knocks Lagman silly! This fight is all over! What a finish! L is up on the cage, taking in the applause from the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Andreas L!