PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Dado Hennessy (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Avtomat Kalashnikov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Avtomat Kalashnikov will no doubt be looking to use his reach advantage to good effect.

Hennessy
vs
Kalashnikov

194 cm
25
270 lbs
4 - 1 - 0

215 cm
26
283 lbs
9 - 5 - 0

Good wrestling
Solid boxing
Cardio machine

Decent wrestler
Excellent boxer
Powerful

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 4 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Dado Hennessy!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 9 - 5 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Avtomat Kalashnikov!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Yves DeLean and Trevor Gratis.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hennessy throws a body punch but Kalashnikov moves out of range.
Kalashnikov cracks Hennessy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kalashnikov tries a head kick but it misses.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hennessy is defended easily by Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov misses with a double jab.
Hennessy slips a straight right by Kalashnikov.
Avtomat Kalashnikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalashnikov uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kalashnikov throws a hook but Hennessy blocks it.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalashnikov closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses.
Hennessy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kalashnikov as he avoids it easily.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that Hennessy semi-blocks.
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!
Hennessy misses with a wild body shot.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kalashnikov.
Avtomat Kalashnikov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hennessy uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kalashnikov scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kalashnikov moves out of range as Hennessy strikes.
Hennessy defending well as Kalashnikov loads up on a big left hand.
Hennessy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.

Hennessy looking to score a takedown here. Kalashnikov is defending well but Hennessy drives through and ends up in Kalashnikov's guard.

Hennessy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Hennessy stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kalashnikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalashnikov looking to control.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kalashnikov keeping full guard, as Hennessy tries to pass.
Hennessy thows a big elbow that misses.
Kalashnikov keeping full guard, as Hennessy tries to pass.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Kalashnikov can do anything to dispel that myth.
Hennessy postures up in Kalashnikov's guard and throws a big left but Kalashnikov blocks it.
Hennessy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kalashnikov is keeping the position for now.
Hennessy is working hard here to advance position.
Kalashnikov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hennessy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hennessy stops Kalashnikov from standing up.
Hennessy trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalashnikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.

Well, the referee has seen enough. Neither fighter is active enough on the ground so he's stood them back up.
Hennessy rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kalashnikov moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Kalashnikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hennessy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kalashnikov listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kalashnikov tries a head kick but it misses.
Kalashnikov throws an overhand right that lands on Hennessy's shoulder, as Hennessy tries to avoid the shot.
Avtomat Kalashnikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov lands a nice shot that snaps Hennessy's head back.
Kalashnikov scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kalashnikov tries a head kick but it misses.
Hennessy takes a swing at Kalashnikov's ribcage but misses.
Kalashnikov might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Kalashnikov scores with a jab to the head.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalashnikov scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Hennessy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Dado Hennessy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kalashnikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalashnikov lands a really nice looking cross but Hennessy seems unphased.
Kalashnikov lands with a shot to the body.

Hennessy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hennessy wants to control for a moment but Kalashnikov uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Hennessy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kalashnikov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hennessy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hennessy missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Hennessy trying to control the action but Kalashnikov is working from the bottom.
Hennessy stops Kalashnikov from getting back to his feet.
Hennessy passes the guard and advances to mount!

Hennessy is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Kalashnikov to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Kalashnikov shrugs it off.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hennessy punishing his opponent with strikes.
Poor strikes thrown by Hennessy there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!

Hennessy jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kalashnikov is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kalashnikov and Hennessy has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Hennessy trying to control the action but Kalashnikov is working from the bottom.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Hennessy is really struggling to control Kalashnikov but he's trying to hold on to the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Avtomat Kalashnikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Hennessy blocks a jab.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov defending well as Hennessy loads up on a big left hand.
Kalashnikov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hennessy walks into a jab.
Kalashnikov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hennessy.
Hennessy shoots in and drives through. Kalashnikov sprawls well.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Kalashnikov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kalashnikov avoids a kick to the body.
Kalashnikov stuns Hennessy with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kalashnikov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hennessy throws a lazy right hand but Kalashnikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hennessy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov digs a good hook to Hennessy's body.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hennessy waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalashnikov.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kalashnikov connects with a right hand. Hennessy shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses.
Kalashnikov throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kalashnikov with a jab.
Kalashnikov has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Kalashnikov thuds his right hand into Hennessy's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kalashnikov tries to bum rush Hennessy with a series of wild strikes but Hennessy uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kalashnikov throws a head kick that misses.
Hennessy blocks a jab.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hennessy takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Hennessy takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hennessy slips a jab from Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A cross from Kalashnikov lands.
Kalashnikov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kalashnikov throws a shot from downtown. Hennessy moves away and avoids it.
Kalashnikov throws the left hand but Hennessy avoids the punch easily.
Avtomat Kalashnikov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Kalashnikov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kalashnikov throws a hook but Hennessy blocks it.
Kalashnikov lands with a right hand.
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!
Nice cross by Kalashnikov.
Kalashnikov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Hennessy avoids the head kick by Kalashnikov.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Nice takedown defense from Kalashnikov. No joy for Hennessy on that attempt.
Dado Hennessy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kalashnikov moves out of range as Hennessy strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Avtomat Kalashnikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kalashnikov winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 William Peck scores the fight for Avtomat Kalashnikov!
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight for Avtomat Kalashnikov!
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight for Avtomat Kalashnikov!

Avtomat Kalashnikov wins by unanimous decision!
After the fight, Avtomat Kalashnikov was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.