PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a middleweight MMA rules bout between Bjergan Fjordfoot (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Brandon Kemmerling (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Fjordfoot comes to the cage accompanied by The Fjordfoots - Going for a title. Brandon Kemmerling has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

Fjordfoot
vs
Kemmerling

175 cm
26
190 lbs
10 - 4 - 0

190 cm
24
200 lbs
6 - 5 - 0

Good wrestling
Basic striking
Very strong

Good wrestler
Excellent boxer
Powerful

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Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the middleweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Bjergan Fjordfoot!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Las Vegas, Brandon Kemmerling!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Frank Dennis and Robert Twigg.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kemmerling shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fjordfoot counters with a left to the body.

Fjordfoot drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fjordfoot thows a big elbow that misses.
Fjordfoot is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Fjordfoot is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Fjordfoot wants to control from the top but Kemmerling keeps moving.
Kemmerling pulls Fjordfoot in close to prevent any damage.
Fjordfoot trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kemmerling keeping moving, preventing Fjordfoot from controlling successfully.
Fjordfoot might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Fjordfoot's corner is telling him to maintain position.

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Bjergan Fjordfoot.
Fjordfoot misses with a hook

and Kemmerling counters with a takedown into side control.
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!
Kemmerling creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Fjordfoot sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Kemmerling throws an elbow but Fjordfoot slips to the side and avoids it well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Fjordfoot tries to buck Kemmerling off but Kemmerling is having none of it.
Kemmerling working away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kemmerling lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.

Kemmerling is trying to get an arm triangle but Fjordfoot is defending well.
Kemmerling working the head with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Fjordfoot's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fjordfoot tries to bench press Kemmerling off him but Kemmerling keeps the position.
Fjordfoot knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kemmerling on the ground.
Kemmerling fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Fjordfoot can't do much from the bottom here.
Fjordfoot managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kemmerling.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fjordfoot sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Kemmerling not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Fjordfoot is controlling Kemmerling's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Fjordfoot trying to hold on to Kemmerling's head to control him but Kemmerling postures up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Kemmerling trying to pass the guard but Fjordfoot defending well.
Kemmerling thows a huge punch but Fjordfoot dodges it nicely.
Kemmerling works his way into side control.
Kemmerling passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Fjordfoot!
Kemmerling landing strikes from the mount.
Fjordfoot avoids a series of strikes thrown by Kemmerling.
Kemmerling has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kemmerling wants to control the pace but Fjordfoot is squirming around nicely.
Fjordfoot tries to hold on but Kemmerling pushes him away.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kemmerling looking to finish Fjordfoot with some ground and pound. This is bad for Fjordfoot!
Kemmerling raining down shots from the mount!
Fjordfoot sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Kemmerling not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fjordfoot keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kemmerling working the head and body with strikes.
Fjordfoot blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kemmerling.
Fjordfoot is pressing down on Kemmerling's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Fjordfoot is trying to control the position but Kemmerling postures up.
Kemmerling in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kemmerling trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kemmerling trying to control but Fjordfoot is working from the bottom.
Fjordfoot on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Fjordfoot tries to get out of the position.
Fjordfoot trying to keep a closed guard but Kemmerling is proving a slippery customer.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Bjergan Fjordfoot wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Kemmerling with a lazy takedown attempt

and Fjordfoot counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Kemmerling looks gassed!
Fjordfoot wants to pass the guard but Kemmerling is keeping the position.
Fjordfoot has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kemmerling is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Fjordfoot wants to control from the top but Kemmerling keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fjordfoot seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Kemmerling seems keen to control Fjordfoot's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Brandon Kemmerling will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.

Fjordfoot fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kemmerling checks it well.
Brandon Kemmerling is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fjordfoot connects with a body shot.
Kemmerling tries to move into range but Fjordfoot moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kemmerling misses with a takedown
and Kemmerling takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

Fjordfoot gets the takedown into side control.
Kemmerling parries the strikes from Fjordfoot easily there. Fjordfoot is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Kemmerling to escape.
You can see the frustration on Kemmerling's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fjordfoot working the head with strikes.
Kemmerling avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Fjordfoot.
Fjordfoot in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Brandon Kemmerling has got the better of the ground game so far.
Fjordfoot throws an elbow but Kemmerling slips to the side and avoids it well.
Fjordfoot fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kemmerling struggling a bit here.
Kemmerling is trying to get back to half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kemmerling is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Kemmerling keeping hold of Fjordfoot's head, controlling as best he can.
Kemmerling is breathing heavily.
Fjordfoot is trying to control the action in half guard but Kemmerling is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kemmerling wants to get back to full guard.
Fjordfoot not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fjordfoot wants to control but Kemmerling is keeping him busy.
Fjordfoot thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kemmerling's head.
Fjordfoot thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kemmerling's head.
Kemmerling on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Still in half guard, Fjordfoot seems content to control.
Kemmerling avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Fjordfoot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kemmerling keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Fjordfoot trying to control from half guard but Kemmerling is working away.
Kemmerling moves into full guard.
Kemmerling working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fjordfoot.
Fjordfoot landing with the ground and pound.
Kemmerling managing to control the position.
Fjordfoot is working Kemmerling over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kemmerling is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Fjordfoot is looking to control Kemmerling's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Fjordfoot avoid being mounted?

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Fjordfoot wants to improve his position but Kemmerling is controlling well.
Kemmerling slows the pace down in half guard.
Fjordfoot is trying to get back to full guard.
Kemmerling trying to mount his opponent but Fjordfoot defends it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Fjordfoot is looking for a sweep. Kemmerling is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fjordfoot trying to control but Kemmerling postures up.

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 referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Bjergan Fjordfoot.
Kemmerling swings wildly with a couple of big hooks

and Fjordfoot counters with a takedown into side control.
Kemmerling is working to avoid the ground and pound but Fjordfoot connects with a decent elbow.
Kemmerling struggling a bit here.
An elbow from Fjordfoot crashes against the mat.
Fjordfoot creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Kemmerling sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Fjordfoot wants to control but Kemmerling is keeping him busy.
Fjordfoot cracks Kemmerling with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kemmerling manages to get back to half guard.
Kemmerling is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fjordfoot wants to pass to mount but Kemmerling is defending the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Bjergan Fjordfoot dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!

A momentary lapse in concentration from Kemmerling enables Fjordfoot to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Kemmerling manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Fjordfoot makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Fjordfoot trying to control but Kemmerling is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kemmerling holds on and takes a little breather.
Fjordfoot stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kemmerling swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kemmerling looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Fjordfoot won't allow Kemmerling to sweep him here.

Bjergan Fjordfoot has forced the referee to step in and bring the fight back to the feet.

Fjordfoot looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into mount! Oh, that's bad for Kemmerling!
Fjordfoot raining down shots from the mount!

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kemmerling really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fjordfoot wants to control the pace but Kemmerling is squirming around nicely.
Kemmerling blocking the ground and pound.
Kemmerling tries to hold on but Fjordfoot pushes him away.
Fjordfoot unloading with bombs!
Fjordfoot with a couple of short strikes.
Fjordfoot lands a heavy elbow.
Fjordfoot throwing strikes here but Kemmerling is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Fjordfoot misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Fjordfoot can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kemmerling is looking to escape.
Fjordfoot throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Fjordfoot connects with a couple of good shots from mount.

Kemmerling is rocked!
Fjordfoot pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Kemmerling is still in real trouble! Can Fjordfoot finish him?
Kemmerling working to try and regain half guard.
Fjordfoot scoring with strikes but Kemmerling is staying in there.
Kemmerling tries to lock up and control but Fjordfoot gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kemmerling takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kemmerling is trying to escape the mount.
Fjordfoot looking to finish Kemmerling with some ground and pound. This is bad for Kemmerling!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fjordfoot postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Kemmerling in real trouble here! The ref calls for Kemmerling to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bjergan Fjordfoot!