PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Spoon McGinty (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lucian Bute (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the fighters buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!

McGinty
vs
Bute

175 cm
25
162 lbs
9 - 6 - 0

175 cm
26
163 lbs
9 - 4 - 0

Good takedowns
Excellent boxer
Good chin

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the lightweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 9 - 6 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Spoon McGinty!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Lucian Bute!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Gregory Folan and Steve Smith.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
A clash of legs there as Bute blocks the low kick.
Bute thuds his right hand into McGinty's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bute avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McGinty will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bute missing with a left hand there. McGinty was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bute jabs away that one connects to the head of his opponent.
McGinty scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGinty.
A combination from Bute does no damage.
McGinty misses with a series of wild punches.
Bute swings and misses with a hook to the body.

Bute shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in McGinty's guard.
Bute postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.

Bute drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McGinty dives on top into guard.
Bute lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for McGinty!

Bute swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and McGinty is now in Bute's guard. A big mistake from Bute there, giving up the dominant position!

That's one minute gone in the round.
McGinty postures up.

Bute is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McGinty defends well.
Both fighters really going for it on the ground here!
Bute wants to sweep but no luck.
Bute keeping full guard, as McGinty tries to pass.
McGinty wants to control from the top but Bute keeps moving.
Bute controls McGinty momentarily but McGinty frees himself.
McGinty throws a strike but Bute rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.
Bute trying to control but McGinty is working from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Lucian Bute was stalling too much, according to the referee.
Bute throws an overhand right that lands on McGinty's shoulder, as McGinty tries to avoid the shot.
McGinty stuffs the takedown.
McGinty takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.

Bute looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for McGinty!

Bute swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and McGinty is now in Bute's guard. A big mistake from Bute there, giving up the dominant position!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McGinty is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bute keeping moving, preventing McGinty from controlling successfully.
McGinty advances position into side control!
Bute tries to bench press McGinty off him but McGinty keeps the position.
McGinty is putting a hurting on Bute here, landing some big shots from side control.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Bute is trying to improve his position.

McGinty working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
McGinty trying to control the action but Bute is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bute sneaks back into half guard.
Bute is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McGinty stalling away here and it's allowed Bute to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
McGinty pushes down on Bute's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McGinty prevents Bute from improving his position.
McGinty works his foot free and advances to mount.
BOOM! McGinty connects with a massive shot to the dome!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucian Bute will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

McGinty throws a one two combo.
McGinty keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McGinty throws a one two combo.
McGinty throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McGinty swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Bute counters with a shoot takedown. McGinty fights it but they end up in guard.
Bute in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
McGinty is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.

McGinty has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Bute off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
McGinty misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bute thuds a left hand into McGinty's body.
Bute misses with a body shot.
McGinty fails to land with a series of punches.
McGinty keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Spoon McGinty seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGinty scores with a jab.
Bute throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bute shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bute works McGinty's body with a nice hook.
McGinty lands a two punch combo.
McGinty's corner calls for a 1,2 combination and McGinty duly obliges.
McGinty connects with a looping right hand.
Bute dodges the punch combination from McGinty.
Bute takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McGinty throws a series of punches but Bute moves out of range.
McGinty thuds a left hand into Bute's body.
Good standup being displayed there by McGinty as he connects with a hook.
McGinty tries a head kick but it misses.
McGinty leaves Bute with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bute takes a swing at McGinty's ribcage but misses.
Bute misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McGinty.
McGinty lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bute circles away quickly and effectively.
McGinty lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bute circles away quickly and effectively.
Bute dodges the punch combination from McGinty.
McGinty takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McGinty keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bute throws a big shot that misses.
Bute moves out of range of the strikes.
McGinty misses with a head kick.
Bute misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McGinty counters with a stiff right hand.
Bute shoots in for a double leg but McGinty sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Spoon McGinty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucian Bute.
McGinty lands with a straight right. Bute didn't see that one coming.
McGinty throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bute shoots in and drives through. McGinty sprawls well.
Bute is breathing heavily.
Bute throws a jab when McGinty was well out of range.
McGinty lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bute at a distance.
McGinty staying out of range there.
Bute takes a swing at McGinty's ribcage but misses.
McGinty stalks Bute and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Bute's face. Bute staggers backwards, shaken.
Some wild striking there from McGinty.
McGinty takes a jab right on the kisser.
McGinty looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bute throws a hook to the side of McGinty's head but McGinty sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McGinty lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Bute shoots in for a double leg but McGinty sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
McGinty looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bute is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McGinty rather than just go for the knockout.
A combination from McGinty does no damage.
McGinty moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Bute is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McGinty.

Bute looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
McGinty is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Bute is controlling him.
Bute pushing down on McGinty's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bute looks to land a strike but McGinty avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Bute trying to control but McGinty is working from the bottom.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Bute slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
McGinty keeping moving, preventing Bute from controlling successfully.

Bute drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McGinty dives on top into guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McGinty tries to free his leg and advance position but Bute is retaining full guard.

McGinty is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
McGinty tries to free his leg and advance position but Bute is retaining full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lucian Bute will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!

McGinty throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bute ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McGinty moves away.
Bute ducks under a wild hook from McGinty.
Bute tries to close the distance and clinch but McGinty swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McGinty throws a combination that misses
and Bute cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A nice combination there by McGinty.
A nice combination there by McGinty.
McGinty throws a head kick but Bute moves out of range.
McGinty misses with a head kick.
No joy there for McGinty, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bute fails with the takedown
and McGinty cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McGinty scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Bute jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bute throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McGinty.

Bute closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bute thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bute seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Bute takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McGinty pushes Bute off looking to stand but Bute dives back in and keeps control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Bute tries to pass the half guard into mount. McGinty knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
McGinty wants to get back to his feet.
Bute with the ground and pound but McGinty uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Bute trying to control but McGinty is working from the bottom.
Lucian Bute is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
McGinty wants to stand but Bute is controlling the position.
Bute tries to free his leg and advance position but McGinty is retaining full guard.
Lucian Bute has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bute sitting in guard, not really doing much.

Bute drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and McGinty dives on top into guard.
McGinty wants to pass the guard but Bute is keeping the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
McGinty wants to control from the top but Bute keeps moving.
McGinty trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

Bute has his foot on McGinty's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McGinty works his way back into a safe position though.
McGinty trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bute not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Bute pulls McGinty in close to prevent any damage.
Bute thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Bute wants to sweep here but McGinty controlling him for the moment.
McGinty stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bute swivels though and keeps the full guard.
McGinty won't allow Bute to sweep him here.

That's four 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.
Bute trying to keep a closed guard but McGinty is proving a slippery customer.
McGinty tries to free his leg and advance position but Bute is retaining full guard.

Bute looking for a guillotine here but McGinty defends easily.
Bute manages to land a sweep and now he's in mount on top!
McGinty really wants to buck Bute off and get back to his feet.
Spoon McGinty has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.

Bute is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But McGinty has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from McGinty!

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucian Bute comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bute 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucian Bute!