PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Jackson Oman (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Stoltzfuses Jr has chosen Lunatic Fringe as his entrance music. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!

Oman
vs
Stoltzfuses Jr

160 cm
26
215 lbs
10 - 4 - 0

185 cm
21
215 lbs
4 - 0 - 0

Good wrestling
World class boxer
Cardio machine

Good wrestler
Great elbows
Fast

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 10 - 4 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Jackson Oman!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr!
The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Winston Howard and Donatello Bradman.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Oman uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Stoltzfuses Jr throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Oman's head.
Oman moves out of range of the leg kick from Stoltzfuses Jr.

Stoltzfuses Jr gets caught flat footed, as Oman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oman passes into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Oman wants to control but Stoltzfuses Jr is keeping him busy.
Oman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Stoltzfuses Jr knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Stoltzfuses Jr is looking to improve his position.
Stoltzfuses Jr works his way to full guard. Good work.
Stoltzfuses Jr controlling Oman's posture.
Oman trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Stoltzfuses Jr seems keen to control Oman's posture.
Oman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Oman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Stoltzfuses Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Stoltzfuses Jr, not yet.

Oman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Oman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Oman throwing strikes but missing.
Oman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Oman passes Stoltzfuses Jr's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Oman not landing any meaningful shots this time.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Stoltzfuses Jr does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Oman looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Stoltzfuses Jr with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Oman controlling the action here.
Oman wants to take a breather but Stoltzfuses Jr is having none of it.
Oman wants to free his trapped foot but Stoltzfuses Jr is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Stoltzfuses Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Oman throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Stoltzfuses Jr makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Stoltzfuses Jr.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oman throwing strikes but missing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Oman tries to free his leg and advance position but Stoltzfuses Jr is retaining full guard.
Stoltzfuses Jr wants to sweep here but Oman controlling him for the moment.
Oman missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Stoltzfuses Jr wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Stoltzfuses Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Oman trying to control but Stoltzfuses Jr is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stoltzfuses Jr is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr.
Stoltzfuses Jr with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Oman to score with a decent uppercut.
Oman loads up on a big right hand but Stoltzfuses Jr slips the punch.
Oman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Stoltzfuses Jr moves away.
Stoltzfuses Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oman.
Stoltzfuses Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oman.
Oman lands a nice shot that snaps Stoltzfuses Jr's head back.
Oman fails to land with a series of punches.
Oman looks to land a right hand but Stoltzfuses Jr moved out of range.
Stoltzfuses Jr swings and misses with a hook to the body.

Stoltzfuses Jr pushes Oman up against the cage in a clinch.
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!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Stoltzfuses Jr creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Oman working hard to break the clinch.
Stoltzfuses Jr with an attempt at a knee that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Oman dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Stoltzfuses Jr jabs at Oman's body.
Oman tries to bum rush Stoltzfuses Jr with a series of wild strikes but Stoltzfuses Jr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
No joy there for Oman, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Oman misses with a hook. Stoltzfuses Jr ducked under it nicely.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Stoltzfuses Jr. Oman shrugs it off though.
Nice shot lands for Oman.
Stoltzfuses Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Oman off balance momentarily.
Jackson Oman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oman throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Stoltzfuses Jr misses with a body kick.

Oman shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in full mount! That's better than Oman was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stoltzfuses Jr wants to hold on but Oman pushes him away.
Oman trying to control but he's not successful this time.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Stoltzfuses Jr blocking the ground and pound.
Oman sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Stoltzfuses Jr tries to hold on but Oman postures up.
Oman looking to control and managing it successfully.
Oman throwing strikes here but Stoltzfuses Jr is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Stoltzfuses Jr can't escape the position.
Oman unloading with bombs!
Oman raining down shots from the mount!

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Oman throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Oman cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Oman has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Oman controlling from mount.
Stoltzfuses Jr sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Oman lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Oman is looking to take a break and control but Stoltzfuses Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Stoltzfuses Jr on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Oman is thwarting Stoltzfuses Jr's attempts to control the position.
Oman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Oman sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Stoltzfuses Jr defending well though.
Stoltzfuses Jr is looking to control Oman's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stoltzfuses Jr avoid being mounted?
Oman controlling the action here.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr was stalling too much, according to the referee.
A big right from Oman misses.
Stoltzfuses Jr looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Stoltzfuses Jr blocks a jab.
Oman connects with a right hand. Stoltzfuses Jr shakes it off.
Oman misses with a jab, cross combination.
Oman has a takedown stuffed.
Oman swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Oman waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Stoltzfuses Jr.
A left lands for Oman.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Stoltzfuses Jr lands with a thumping leg kick.
Stoltzfuses Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Oman.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jackson Oman dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!

Stoltzfuses Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Oman cracks Stoltzfuses Jr with a right hand to the side of the head.
Stoltzfuses Jr slips a jab from Oman.
Oman throws a big shot that misses.
A combination from Oman does no damage.
Oman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Oman misses with a hook
and Stoltzfuses Jr counters with a two punch combo.
Oman stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Stoltzfuses Jr.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oman dips to his left and cracks Stoltzfuses Jr with an uppercut!
Oman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A clash of legs there as Oman blocks the low kick.
Oman swings for the body but Stoltzfuses Jr moves out of range.
Stoltzfuses Jr slips a jab and a cross from Oman.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Oman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Stoltzfuses Jr.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The crowd cheers as Oman lands an impressive looking overhand right. Stoltzfuses Jr doesn't seem phased though.
Jab from Oman.
Oman swings for the body but Stoltzfuses Jr moves out of range.
Stoltzfuses Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Stoltzfuses Jr thumps Oman with a low kick.
Stoltzfuses Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Oman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Oman thows a body shot but no joy.
Oman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Stoltzfuses Jr tries to avoid it but Oman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Stoltzfuses Jr to the ground. Stoltzfuses Jr escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Stoltzfuses Jr scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oman looks to land a combination but Stoltzfuses Jr avoids it well.
Oman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Stoltzfuses Jr has taken the fight to the clinch.
Oman blocks the elbow strike.
Stoltzfuses Jr is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Oman is defending well for now.
Stoltzfuses Jr tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Oman avoids it.
Stoltzfuses Jr throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Stoltzfuses Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Oman blocks with his arms.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Stoltzfuses Jr.
Oman dodges an elbow strike from Stoltzfuses Jr.
Stoltzfuses Jr pushes off an throws an elbow but Oman leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Stoltzfuses Jr with a knee to the head.
Stoltzfuses Jr scores a nice knee to the body.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Stoltzfuses Jr missing with knees to the body.

Oman breaks the clinch.
Oman cracks Stoltzfuses Jr with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Stoltzfuses Jr is looking to clinch but Oman is avoiding it.
Oman checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Oman shoots in but Stoltzfuses Jr avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stoltzfuses Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Stoltzfuses Jr throws a leg kick which misses Oman's front leg but catches the back leg as Oman tries to avoid it.
Oman goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Oman shoots in and drives through. Stoltzfuses Jr sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Oman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oman just misses with a punch to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Oman looks to score with a jab to the body but Stoltzfuses Jr is just out of range.
Oman looks to throw the jab but Stoltzfuses Jr is out of range.
Nice sprawl there from Stoltzfuses Jr as Oman shoots in.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oman missing with a left hand there. Stoltzfuses Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Stoltzfuses Jr counters with a body kick.
Stoltzfuses Jr feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Oman's calf.
Oman slips a jab and a cross from Stoltzfuses Jr.
Stoltzfuses Jr throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Oman has his takedown stuffed
and Stoltzfuses Jr counters with a thumping low kick.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
A chopping leg kick lands by Stoltzfuses Jr.
Stoltzfuses Jr lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Elijah Stoltzfuses Jr comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Oman 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 Hugh Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jackson Oman!