PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Heiji Endo (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tyler Killsbrough (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.

Endo
vs
Killsbrough

184 cm
22
195 lbs
9 - 7 - 0

182 cm
23
192 lbs
8 - 5 - 0

Abu Dhabi Champ
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

BJJ Blue Belt
Decent boxing
Granite chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Heiji Endo!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 8 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Tyler Killsbrough!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Killsbrough throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Killsbrough defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Endo.
Endo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
No joy there for Killsbrough, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

Endo shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

Endo is trying to work for a kimura but Killsbrough is defending well.
Killsbrough really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Endo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Killsbrough is looking to control Endo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Killsbrough avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Endo trying to mount his opponent but Killsbrough defends it.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Killsbrough looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Endo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.

Endo wants to work for an arm triangle but Killsbrough is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

Endo seems to be working for a kimura but Killsbrough defends the submission attempt.

Endo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Killsbrough defends it well.

Killsbrough is defending against the submission attempts here by Endo.

Endo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Endo is pressing down on Killsbrough's thigh, looking to free his foot. Killsbrough is holding on for now.

Endo is working for a submission of some sort.
Endo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Killsbrough tries to roll over but Endo keeps him under control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Endo 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.
Killsbrough wants to control but Endo is keeping busy.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Endo shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Killsbrough sprawls well. Killsbrough wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Endo gets slowly back to his feet.
Endo shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Heiji Endo. That's going to take a lot out of him.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Killsbrough misses with the combination.
Endo shoots for a takedown but Killsbrough saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Killsbrough throws the left hand but Endo avoids the punch easily.

Endo looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Killsbrough!
Killsbrough is trying to escape the mount.
Endo tries to take Killsbrough's back but instead Killsbrough uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Endo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Killsbrough has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Heiji Endo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Killsbrough tries a head kick but it misses.

Endo shoots in and bounces Killsbrough off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Killsbrough tries to land a sweep but no joy.

Endo drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Killsbrough manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Endo has Killsbrough in his guard.

Killsbrough stands up from guard. Let's bang!
No joy there for Killsbrough, who threw a few shots but didn't land.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Killsbrough leaves Endo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Killsbrough fails to land with a series of punches.
Killsbrough throws a big shot that misses.
Endo takes a swing at Killsbrough's ribcage but misses.
Endo shoots in for a takedown but Killsbrough shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Killsbrough throws a sloppy head kick and Endo moves out of range easily.
Killsbrough defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Endo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Heiji Endo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Killsbrough looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Killsbrough looks to land a left hand but Endo moved out of range nicely.
Killsbrough keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Tyler Killsbrough is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Endo shoots in but Killsbrough avoids the takedown attempt easily.
The crowd cheers as Endo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Killsbrough doesn't seem phased though.
Killsbrough takes a swing at Endo's ribcage but misses.
Killsbrough swings and misses with a shot to the body

and Endo counters with a nice single leg takedown and he's in Killsbrough's guard now.
Endo forces his way into half guard.
Killsbrough is trying to get back to full guard.
Killsbrough trying to control but Endo postures up.

Endo wants to work for an arm triangle but Killsbrough is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Killsbrough wants to control but Endo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Killsbrough tries to kick Endo off but Endo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Killsbrough trying to control here.

Endo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Killsbrough sees it coming and defends easily.

Endo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Endo passes the guard and advances to mount!
Killsbrough is looking to get to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.

Endo goes for an armbar but Killsbrough turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Killsbrough.

Endo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Endo looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Killsbrough advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Killsbrough throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Endo is not content to let Killsbrough control the position.
Endo gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Heiji Endo dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!

Good exchange - Endo coming out on top.
Endo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Killsbrough as he jumps to the side.
Endo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Endo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Killsbrough throws a leg kick but Endo checks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.

Endo darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Killsbrough is trying to stand.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Endo seems to be looking for submissions.
Killsbrough wants to control but Endo is keeping busy.

Killsbrough is defending against the submission attempts here by Endo.
Endo wants to advance to full mount but Killsbrough doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Killsbrough tries to strike from the bottom.
Endo passes easily into side control. Nice work.

That's two 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.

Endo swings around for an armbar but Killsbrough sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Endo's guard.
Heiji Endo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Killsbrough is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.

Endo working for submissions but it's allowed Killsbrough to get to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Killsbrough with the ground and pound but Endo uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Killsbrough connects with a couple of short punches.
Endo looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Killsbrough puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.

Endo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Killsbrough misses with a head shot. Endo uses the momentum to regain guard.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Killsbrough wants to control from the top but Endo keeps moving.

Endo is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Killsbrough rolls with it to try and escape but Endo cranks on the arm and Killsbrough is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:46 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Heiji Endo!