PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Lyle Phelps (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Till The New York Monster (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!

Phelps
vs
The New York Monster

225 cm
25
265 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

190 cm
18
235 lbs
0 - 5 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Excellent boxer
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Knockout power

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 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of New York, Lyle Phelps!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 5 - 0, fighting out of New York, Till The New York Monster!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Bruno Lombardi and Steve Montenegro.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The New York Monster tries a head kick but it misses.
Phelps has a takedown stuffed.
Phelps with a poor takedown

and The New York Monster counters by moving into the clinch.
Phelps has had enough of the clinch but The New York Monster keeps him there for the moment.
The New York Monster tries for a takedown. No joy.
Phelps can't break the clinch.
Phelps is looking to break free of the clinch but The New York Monster has double underhooks.
Phelps gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from The New York Monster.

The New York Monster manages to pull guard.
The New York Monster throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The New York Monster will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
The New York Monster throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
The New York Monster throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
The New York Monster tries to strike from the bottom.
The New York Monster trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!

That's one minute gone in the round.

The New York Monster is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Phelps defends well.
Phelps tries to stand but The New York Monster is controlling from the bottom.

Phelps avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The New York Monster doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Phelps prevents The New York Monster from getting back to his feet.

That's two 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.
Phelps knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for The New York Monster on the ground.
The New York Monster looks gassed!

The New York Monster uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Phelps shoots in looking for a takedown but The New York Monster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Phelps's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lyle Phelps. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The New York Monster tries to clinch there but Phelps circles away.
Nice shot by Phelps.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
Phelps changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The New York Monster tries to avoid it but Phelps manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The New York Monster to the ground. The New York Monster escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
The New York Monster tries a head kick but it misses.

Phelps decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The New York Monster trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

The New York Monster actively working from the bottom here.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The New York Monster throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
The New York Monster has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Phelps prevents The New York Monster from improving his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Phelps seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
Phelps stops The New York Monster from getting back to his feet.
The New York Monster is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.

That's four 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.
The New York Monster missing with punches from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The New York Monster is looking to control Phelps's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can The New York Monster avoid being mounted?
The New York Monster wants to get back to full guard.
Phelps is thwarting The New York Monster's attempts to control the position.
The New York Monster tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The New York Monster is trying to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Phelps fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick by The New York Monster misses
enabling Phelps to counter with a crisp jab.
The New York Monster slaps away a takedown attempt from Phelps, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Phelps shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with The New York Monster but The New York Monster pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lyle Phelps. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The New York Monster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Nice takedown defense from The New York Monster. No joy for Phelps on that attempt.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
Phelps blocks a head kick by The New York Monster.
Phelps goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
The New York Monster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Phelps really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Phelps fails with a takedown attempt.
The New York Monster slips a jab and a cross from Phelps.
The New York Monster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Phelps shoots in looking for a takedown but The New York Monster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Phelps's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Phelps shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says The New York Monster as he avoids it easily.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Phelps tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Phelps shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts The New York Monster as he jumps to the side.
A head kick misses from The New York Monster.
The New York Monster pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.

A momentary lapse in concentration from The New York Monster enables Phelps to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. The New York Monster manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

The New York Monster pushes Phelps off and scrambles back to his feet.
The New York Monster stuffs the takedown.
Phelps fails to land the takedown.
The fight stays on the outside here - The New York Monster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Phelps tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

The New York Monster fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Phelps, pushing him back against the cage.
The New York Monster is trying to maintain a safe position but Phelps gets an underhook and turns The New York Monster into the cage.
Phelps tries to break free but The New York Monster pushes him back against the cage.
Phelps gets underhooks to prevent The New York Monster's takedown attempt.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Phelps wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
The New York Monster has Phelps pressed against the cage, preventing Phelps from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
The New York Monster tries to pull guard but Phelps won't allow it.
The New York Monster is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Phelps pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Phelps is trying to break the clinch but The New York Monster has him pressed against the cage.
The New York Monster drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Phelps is trying to break the clinch but The New York Monster is controlling him.
The New York Monster has Phelps pressed against the cage, preventing Phelps from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
The New York Monster is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
The New York Monster goes for a takedown attempt but Phelps pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Phelps stalks The New York Monster and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into The New York Monster's face. The New York Monster staggers backwards, shaken.
Phelps shoots in looking for a takedown. The New York Monster tries to sprawl out of it but Phelps keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. The New York Monster manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Phelps shoots for a takedown but The New York Monster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sloppy strikes from Phelps. Those never looked like landing.
Till The New York Monster is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The New York Monster misses with a head kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Phelps is trying hard to land a takedown here. The New York Monster sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
The New York Monster blocks a head kick by Phelps.
Phelps fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Phelps rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but The New York Monster moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Phelps throws a head kick but The New York Monster moves out of range.
Phelps lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Phelps changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The New York Monster tries to avoid it but Phelps manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The New York Monster to the ground. The New York Monster escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Phelps moves out of range as The New York Monster throws a body kick.
Phelps shoots for a takedown but The New York Monster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
The New York Monster fails to land with a series of punches.
Lyle Phelps seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
The New York Monster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Phelps shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses.
The New York Monster defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Phelps.

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.
The New York Monster throws a head kick but Phelps moves out of range.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Phelps.
The New York Monster lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Phelps circles away quickly and effectively.
Phelps fails with the takedown.
Phelps works over The New York Monster's head and body with a nice combination.
The New York Monster scores with a three punch combo!
The New York Monster keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Phelps changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The New York Monster tries to avoid it but Phelps manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The New York Monster to the ground. The New York Monster escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Phelps tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but The New York Monster swivels and escapes.
Horrible takedown by Phelps or perhaps it was just good defense by The New York Monster which made him look bad.
Phelps avoids a kick to the body.
The New York Monster slips a jab and a cross from Phelps.
No luck for Phelps with that takedown attempt.
Phelps avoids the head kick by The New York Monster.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Till The New York Monster showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!

A head kick misses from The New York Monster.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
Phelps shoots for a takedown but The New York Monster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Phelps fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Phelps blocks a head kick by The New York Monster.
Phelps avoids the head kick by The New York Monster.
The New York Monster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Phelps shoots in looking for a takedown. The New York Monster tries to sprawl out of it but Phelps keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. The New York Monster manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lyle Phelps. That's going to take a lot out of him.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lyle Phelps is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
The New York Monster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The New York Monster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
Nice sprawl there from The New York Monster as Phelps shoots in.
The New York Monster fails with an attempt to clinch.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
The New York Monster tries to clinch but Phelps moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The New York Monster throws a right and a left that Phelps avoids nicely.
Phelps fails with a takedown attempt.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The New York Monster plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A head kick misses from The New York Monster.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The New York Monster lands a nice leg kick that just misses Phelps's sensitive parts.
Phelps closes this distance looking for a takedown but The New York Monster circles away.
Phelps connects with a good right hand that stumbles The New York Monster. The New York Monster circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Phelps dives in and grabs The New York Monster's left leg, looking for a takedown. The New York Monster pushes down on Phelps's head and hops out.
The New York Monster throws a sloppy head kick and Phelps moves out of range easily.
The New York Monster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The New York Monster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Phelps misses with a takedown
and The New York Monster counters with a three punch combo that has Phelps backing up. Phelps nods at The New York Monster to acknowledge the strikes.
The New York Monster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Phelps is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Phelps throws a head kick that misses
and The New York Monster counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Phelps shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has The New York Monster pinned against the cage. The New York Monster gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Nice body kick there by The New York Monster.
Phelps changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. The New York Monster tries to avoid it but Phelps manages to keep hold of a leg and drag The New York Monster to the ground. The New York Monster escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Phelps tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Phelps shoots in looking for a takedown but The New York Monster manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Phelps's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The New York Monster wants to clinch.
The New York Monster takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Phelps looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? The New York Monster is fending him off so far but Phelps persists. Nope, The New York Monster circles away and we're back to standing.
The New York Monster looking to land some kicks to the body here.
The New York Monster pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses.
The New York Monster throws a head kick but Phelps moves out of range.
The New York Monster stuffs the takedown.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The New York Monster tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
The New York Monster throws a head kick that misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Phelps.
The fight stays on the outside here - The New York Monster looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The New York Monster tries a head kick but it misses.
The New York Monster swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Phelps plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Phelps throws a head kick but The New York Monster moves out of range.
The New York Monster tries to clinch but Phelps is having none of it.
Phelps shoots for a takedown but The New York Monster saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Phelps fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Phelps closes the distance and clinches up with The New York Monster, looking for a takedown. Phelps pushes The New York Monster against the cage but The New York Monster circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
The New York Monster misses with a head kick.
The New York Monster misses with a head kick.
Phelps lands a jab-cross combination.
Phelps lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.

Phelps throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. The New York Monster was covering up waiting for the punch and Phelps finishes the takedown easily into guard.
The New York Monster wants to stand but Phelps is controlling the position.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
The New York Monster throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.

The New York Monster is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The New York Monster wants to stand and escape but Phelps is having none of it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Till The New York Monster comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think The New York Monster has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 28:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Till The New York Monster!