PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lawrence Muggerud II (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bunny Anstey (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Anstey has chosen Too Much Fun as his entrance music. 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?

Muggerud II
vs
Anstey

191 cm
26
265 lbs
9 - 4 - 0

190 cm
28
272 lbs
18 - 10 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Very strong

BJJ Brown Belt
Decent boxing
Powerful

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 9 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Lawrence Muggerud II!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 18 - 10 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Bunny Anstey!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Ian Loll and Trevor Gratis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Anstey shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Muggerud II pinned against the cage. Muggerud II gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Anstey is defended easily by Muggerud II.
Anstey shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lawrence Muggerud II has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bunny Anstey.

That's one minute gone in the round.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Anstey fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Muggerud II avoids it really well and circles away.
Muggerud II displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Anstey.
Muggerud II takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.

That's two 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.
Muggerud II looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Anstey showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Muggerud II.
Anstey fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Anstey.
Anstey staying out of range there.
Anstey uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Muggerud II.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Muggerud II thows a left - swing and a miss!
Anstey throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Anstey shoots in and drives through. Muggerud II sprawls well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anstey tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Muggerud II swivels and escapes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Lawrence Muggerud II dominated that round.
That's time! Muggerud II's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.

No luck for Anstey with that takedown attempt.
Anstey dives in and grabs Muggerud II's left leg, looking for a takedown. Muggerud II pushes down on Anstey's head and hops out.
Nice sprawl there from Muggerud II as Anstey shoots in.
Lawrence Muggerud II has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bunny Anstey.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muggerud II stuffs the takedown.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Muggerud II throws a big shot that misses.
Anstey shoots in but Muggerud II avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Muggerud II throws a hook but Anstey avoids it easily.
No luck for Anstey with that takedown attempt.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Anstey fails with a takedown attempt.
Anstey tries for a takedown but Muggerud II sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anstey shoots for a takedown but Muggerud II saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Anstey looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Muggerud II is fending him off so far but Anstey persists. Nope, Muggerud II circles away and we're back to standing.

A momentary lapse in concentration from Muggerud II enables Anstey to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Muggerud II manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Muggerud II wants to stand but Anstey is controlling the position.
Anstey wants to pass the guard but Muggerud II is keeping the position.
Muggerud II preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Anstey drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Muggerud II manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Anstey has Muggerud II in his guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anstey is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Anstey wants to sweep here but Muggerud II controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Anstey wants to stand but Muggerud II is controlling the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Anstey is on top in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Lawrence Muggerud II will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

Anstey will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Anstey looks for a takedown but Muggerud II sprawls well.
Bunny Anstey seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Muggerud II throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Anstey.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Anstey scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.

Anstey is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Muggerud II is just riding it out for now. Anstey eventually gives up the hold.

Anstey seems to be working for a kimura but Muggerud II defends the submission attempt.

Anstey is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Lawrence Muggerud II is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Muggerud II keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.

Anstey is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Muggerud II regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Anstey.
Muggerud II trying to control the position here.
Anstey throws and elbow that misses. Muggerud II uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Anstey's guard. Nice move by Muggerud II!

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Anstey wants to stand but Muggerud II is controlling the position.

Anstey has his foot on Muggerud II's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Muggerud II works his way back into a safe position though.
Anstey takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

Anstey is active off his back here, looking for submissions.

Anstey escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Muggerud II gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Anstey lands a beautiful switch and he's in full mount! That could spell trouble for Muggerud II!
Bunny Anstey has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Anstey seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Muggerud II is holding on tight.
Muggerud II avoids a series of strikes thrown by Anstey.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

Anstey is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Muggerud II has managed to escape the submission attempt.

Anstey moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Muggerud II has worked his arm free - good work by Muggerud II!

And that's the end of the fight!
Bunny Anstey comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Muggerud II has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lawrence Muggerud II!