PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dalia Calypso (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ronnie DeMarino (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). This should be a great matchup!

Calypso
vs
DeMarino

193 cm
18
270 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

195 cm
25
275 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Counter striker
Intelligent

Good wrestler
Brawler
Determined

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 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Dalia Calypso!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Ronnie DeMarino!
The judges for this bout are Damien Edna, Bruno Hogan and Skip Squint.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Calypso closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.

Calypso looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
DeMarino can't do much from the bottom here.
DeMarino is trying to get back to half guard.
Calypso tries to score with some ground and pound. DeMarino controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
DeMarino stops Calypso from passing to mount.
DeMarino tries to bench press Calypso off him but Calypso keeps the position.
DeMarino gets back to half guard.
DeMarino is looking to improve his position.
Calypso not landing any meaningful shots this time.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
DeMarino moves out of range of the body kick from Calypso.
Calypso shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with DeMarino but DeMarino pushes him off and we're back to square one.

That's one minute gone in the round.

DeMarino scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Calypso blocking the ground and pound attempt from DeMarino.
Calypso blocking the ground and pound attempt from DeMarino.
DeMarino throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.

Calypso actively working from the bottom here.
Calypso is looking to get back to full guard here but DeMarino has managed to pass to side control instead.
Calypso sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
DeMarino is pressing down on Calypso's thigh, looking to free his foot. Calypso is holding on for now.
Calypso 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.

DeMarino is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Calypso is just riding it out for now. DeMarino eventually gives up the hold.
DeMarino scoring with strikes to the body and head.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
DeMarino missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Calypso is pressing down on DeMarino's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
DeMarino won't allow Calypso to sweep him here.
DeMarino looking to pass the guard.
Calypso wants to sweep but no luck.
Calypso is working hard here to advance position.
Calypso is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Calypso keeping full guard, as DeMarino tries to pass.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Calypso staying out of range there.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

DeMarino scores a takedown into full mount!
DeMarino wants to control the pace but Calypso is squirming around nicely.
Calypso is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
DeMarino lands a big elbow.
Calypso in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Calypso blocking the ground and pound.
Calypso is desperately trying to improve his position but DeMarino has a good base and remains in mount.
DeMarino working Calypso over with strikes here.
Calypso blocking the ground and pound.
Calypso tries to hold on but DeMarino postures up.
DeMarino lands a nice shot to the head.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, DeMarino cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Calypso is looking to improve his position but DeMarino isn't that keen on the idea.
DeMarino can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Calypso is looking to escape.
Calypso sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
DeMarino prevents Calypso from improving his position.
DeMarino passes to full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ronnie DeMarino dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

DeMarino shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Well, if DeMarino is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
DeMarino trying to control from half guard but Calypso is working away.
Calypso trying to control here.
DeMarino trying to control from half guard but Calypso is working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
DeMarino throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
DeMarino thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
DeMarino thows a huge punch but Calypso dodges it nicely.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Calypso is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

The referee has ruled that neither fighter is active enough on the ground and has stood them back up.
Calypso gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily

and DeMarino counters with a shoot takedown. Calypso fights it but they end up in guard.
DeMarino postures up.
Calypso is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Calypso stops DeMarino from getting back to his feet.
DeMarino is trying to maintain the position but Calypso is very close to passing his half guard.
Calypso is keen to just control but DeMarino is a slippery customer.
Calypso thows a huge punch but DeMarino dodges it nicely.
Ronnie DeMarino has got the better of the ground game so far.
DeMarino wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeMarino is breathing heavily.
DeMarino blocking the ground and pound attempt from Calypso.
DeMarino wants to control but Calypso is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Calypso in particular looking to stall.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.

DeMarino looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Calypso moves into full guard.
Calypso tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Calypso manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DeMarino manages to get himself to full guard.
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!
Calypso trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
DeMarino lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Calypso!
Calypso wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by DeMarino.
Calypso is looking to improve his position but DeMarino isn't that keen on the idea.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeMarino lands with some strikes.
Calypso really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Calypso sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Calypso is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of DeMarino's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take DeMarino's back!

Calypso is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but DeMarino has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Calypso is trying to stick to DeMarino's back but DeMarino is turning into Calypso. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Calypso's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by DeMarino.
Calypso trying to keep a closed guard but DeMarino is proving a slippery customer.
DeMarino passes into half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
DeMarino is looking to advance position but Calypso won't allow it.
Calypso is not content to let DeMarino control the position.
Calypso moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
DeMarino postures up.
DeMarino won't allow Calypso to sweep him here.

Calypso is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeMarino defends well.
DeMarino throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Calypso works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Ronnie DeMarino showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

DeMarino fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Calypso sprawls well initially but DeMarino persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Calypso missing with punches from the bottom.
Calypso is trying to get back to full guard.
DeMarino landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
DeMarino thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Calypso's head.
DeMarino not landing any meaningful shots this time.
DeMarino controlling the pace.

Calypso actively working from the bottom here.
Calypso throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Calypso trying to control but DeMarino postures up.
DeMarino throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Calypso is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but DeMarino pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.

DeMarino feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
DeMarino working some strikes from top position.
Calypso working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from DeMarino.
Calypso is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
DeMarino throws a big right hand that misses.
DeMarino throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
DeMarino must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.

Calypso looking for a guillotine here but DeMarino defends easily.
Calypso keeping moving, preventing DeMarino from controlling successfully.
Dalia Calypso has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Calypso wants to sweep but no luck.
DeMarino postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

Neither fighter is doing enough for the referee's liking and he's decided to stand them back up.
Calypso slips under a jab from DeMarino.
Ronnie DeMarino seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Calypso shoots in but doesn't get the takedown

and DeMarino counters with a single leg into guard. Calypso didn't expect that.
DeMarino postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
DeMarino loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
DeMarino passes Calypso's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Calypso tries to get to full guard but DeMarino has control of the leg.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. DeMarino connects with a nice short shot to Calypso's temple.
Calypso avoiding damage under a succession of punches from DeMarino.
Calypso is looking for a sweep. DeMarino is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
DeMarino trying to mount his opponent but Calypso defends it.
Calypso gets full guard.
DeMarino preventing the sweep.
Calypso striking off his back but it's not causing DeMarino any problems.

Calypso is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and DeMarino defends well.
DeMarino cracks Calypso with a solid left hand.

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.
DeMarino with a flurry of punches that miss.
DeMarino lands a couple of elbows.
DeMarino trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Calypso wants to sweep but no luck.
Calypso manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. DeMarino manages to get himself to full guard.
Calypso won't allow DeMarino to get back to his feet.
Calypso looking to pass the guard.
Calypso wants to control from the top but DeMarino keeps moving.
Calypso postures up.
DeMarino bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Calypso's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ronnie DeMarino comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well DeMarino has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 27:30
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ronnie DeMarino!