PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Eddie Wong (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and LG TV (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). LG TV told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!

Wong
vs
TV

170 cm
26
160 lbs
3 - 1 - 0

180 cm
23
160 lbs
2 - 1 - 0

BJJ White Belt
Solid boxing
Very strong

Good wrestler
Counter striker
Granite chin

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 3 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, Eddie Wong!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 2 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Tokyo, LG TV!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Sano, Shirou Masuda and Shigeki Fujiwara.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Some bone on bone action there as TV checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
TV fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Eddie Wong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wong throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.

It looks like LG TV has been cut.
Good exchange - Wong coming out on top.
TV tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Wong swivels and escapes.
Wong pulls out of a head kick attempt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
TV doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Wong counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Eddie Wong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of LG TV.
TV misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
TV takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wong connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
TV shoots for a double leg takedown but Wong sprawls well. He's pushed TV's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Wong misses with a double jab.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Wong shoots in and drives through. TV sprawls well.
TV closes this distance looking for a takedown but Wong circles away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Wong.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
TV takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wong throws a nice looking combination but TV bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Wong looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A big right from Wong misses.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Wong rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but TV moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A combination from Wong does no damage.
TV shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Wong but Wong pushes him off and we're back to square one.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
TV checks a leg kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Wong dominated that round.
The cut man is working on LG TV's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Wong scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
TV fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Wong tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but TV paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Wong throws a looping overhand right but TV ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from TV is defended easily by Wong.

That's one minute gone in the round.
TV shoots in but no luck this time.
Eddie Wong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of LG TV.
Wong throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
No luck for TV with that takedown attempt.

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.
Wong lands with an overhand left.
TV misses with a takedown attempt - Wong sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Wong misses with a head kick.
Eddie Wong is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wong lands a nice shot to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
TV fails with the takedown.
Wong throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Wong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Horrible takedown by TV or perhaps it was just good defense by Wong which made him look bad.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Horrible takedown by TV or perhaps it was just good defense by Wong which made him look bad.
Nice takedown defense from Wong. No joy for TV on that attempt.
TV fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Wong avoids it really well and circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Eddie Wong dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on LG TV's cut.
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!

Wong throws a right and a left that TV avoids nicely.
Wong connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
TV closes the distance and clinches up with Wong, looking for a takedown. TV pushes Wong against the cage but Wong circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
TV keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Wong displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from TV.

Wong has TV up against the cage in a clinch.
Wong fails to pull the fight into his guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
TV goes for a takedown in the clinch but Wong prevents it.
Eddie Wong has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of LG TV.
Wong is trying to break free.
Wong manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Wong is trying to break the clinch but TV has him pressed against the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Wong tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. TV smiles and moves away.
TV shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wong as he jumps to the side.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
TV has his takedown stuffed
and Wong cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
TV shoots in for a takedown but Wong shows good takedown defense.
LG TV has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wong fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
TV has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Wong finds it's way round the side to connect with TV's head.
Eddie Wong is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A right-left combo lands from Wong.

And that's the end of the fight!
Eddie Wong showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Wong 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Eddie Wong!