PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a bantamweight MMA rules bout between Donte Demirro (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Tommy Mann (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Tommy Mann looks lathargic as he enters the arena. Wake up son, you're about to have a fight!

Demirro
vs
Mann

155 cm
26
130 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

172 cm
20
141 lbs
3 - 3 - 0

Good takedowns
Basic striking
KO power

BJJ Blue Belt
Excellent boxer
Heavy handed

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the bantamweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Donte Demirro!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 3 - 0, fighting out of Hilo, Tommy Mann!
The judges for this bout are , and .

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Demirro gets the takedown into side control.

Demirro tries for a kimura but Mann is defending well.

Demirro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mann being controlled for a moment.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Demirro is looking to take a break and control but Mann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Demirro in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Mann regains half guard there - taking advantage of Demirro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.

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.
Demirro controlling the action here.
Demirro not landing any meaningful shots this time.

Demirro is trying to work for a kimura but Mann is defending well.

Demirro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Nice strikes from Demirro there.

Demirro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Demirro is looking to take a break and control but Mann is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Mann really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Demirro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Mann looks gassed!
Demirro is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mann!
Demirro controlling the pace for now.

Demirro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Mann is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Mann and Demirro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Donte Demirro dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!

Demirro scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Sloppy strikes there by Demirro.
Demirro throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Mann works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.

Demirro seems to be working for a kimura but Mann defends the submission attempt.
Demirro wants to take a breather but Mann is having none of it.
Mann is breathing heavily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Demirro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Demirro works his way into full mount!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Demirro sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Demirro unloading with bombs!
Demirro is stalling here but it's allowed Mann to get half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mann is refusing to be controlled, as Demirro sits in half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Demirro looks to land a strike but Mann avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Demirro from controlling successfully.
Demirro is really struggling to control Mann but he's trying to hold on to the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Demirro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Demirro from controlling successfully.
Demirro throws a big right hand that misses.
Demirro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Mann keeping moving, preventing Demirro from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Demirro accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.

That's four 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 must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Demirro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Demirro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Demirro throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mann works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Demirro trying to control the position from guard on top but Mann is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Demirro pushes down on Mann's leg and manages to get into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Demirro wants to control but Mann is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Donte Demirro dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!

Demirro drives through and clinches with Mann against the ropes.
Demirro tries to score a body lock takedown but Mann shows good agility there to stay on his feet.

Demirro turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Demirro manages to end up in side control.
Demirro trying to control the position but Mann is working away.

Demirro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mann takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Demirro is trying to get an arm triangle but Mann is defending well.

Demirro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mann, who protects the arm well.
Demirro is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Mann's shoulder. That is not cool.

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.
Demirro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mann keeps working.

Demirro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mann has escaped the position, nice work there.
Demirro misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Demirro working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Mann seems a little lost for a moment, as Demirro dominates the positioning.

Demirro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mann avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Demirro.

Demirro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Donte Demirro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.

Demirro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mann is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tommy Mann has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Demirro trying to control the action but Mann is working from the bottom.

Demirro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Demirro slows the pace down.

And that's the end of the fight!
Donte Demirro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Demirro has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... 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 Andi Peters scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gordon Ramsey scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Skinner scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Donte Demirro!