PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a featherweight MMA rules bout between Jesh Masilungan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Charlie Mont Alvernne (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Masilungan kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Heaven Hell. Mont Alvernne has chosen Led Zeppelin - Immigrant Song as his entrance music. These two fighters really are very evenly matched on the feet - it will be fascinating to see who can assert themselves in that aspect of the fight.

Masilungan
vs
Mont Alvernne

167 cm
31
142 lbs
27 - 8 - 0

174 cm
25
154 lbs
11 - 4 - 1

Abu Dhabi Champ
World class boxer
Insanely flexible

ADCC Champion
Excellent boxer
Good gas tank

Steel Terror-Trition: Video Proven 160Q

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 5 rounds, for the featherweight championship of the world!
Introducing the champion to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 27 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Jesh Masilungan!
And introducing the challenger to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 11 - 4 - 1, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, Charlie Mont Alvernne!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Edson Gomes and Daniel Cesar.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Masilungan throws a wild body kick that Mont Alvernne sees coming a mile off.
Masilungan scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Masilungan throws a body punch but Mont Alvernne moves out of range.
Mont Alvernne fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mont Alvernne swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Mont Alvernne misses with a body shot.
Mont Alvernne ducks under a wild hook from Masilungan.
Masilungan throws a poor cross that misses
and Mont Alvernne counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Masilungan thinking.
Masilungan throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Mont Alvernne.
Mont Alvernne avoids the head kick by Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Masilungan.
Masilungan throws a half hearted mid kick.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A shot to the body from Mont Alvernne misses
and Masilungan counters with a nice body kick.
A head kick misses from Masilungan.
Jesh Masilungan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mont Alvernne waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne misses with a series of wild punches.
Mont Alvernne misses with a wild body shot.
Mont Alvernne changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Masilungan tries to avoid it but Mont Alvernne manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Masilungan to the ground. Masilungan escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Masilungan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mont Alvernne.
Mont Alvernne ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mont Alvernne takes one to the chin there.
Mont Alvernne lands with a cross.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne tries for a takedown but Masilungan sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jesh Masilungan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charlie Mont Alvernne.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mont Alvernne. Masilungan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mont Alvernne is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Masilungan rather than just go for the knockout.
Mont Alvernne fails with a takedown attempt.
A big right from Mont Alvernne misses.
Mont Alvernne takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Mont Alvernne blocks a head kick by Masilungan.
Masilungan with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jesh Masilungan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Masilungan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.

Mont Alvernne closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Masilungan to the mat! Masilungan manages to get full guard.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.

Masilungan kicks Mont Alvernne off and gets to his feet.
Masilungan misses with a body shot.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Mont Alvernne misses with a shot to the body
and Masilungan counters with a head kick. That will keep Mont Alvernne thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Mont Alvernne misses with a looping right.

Masilungan clinches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Mont Alvernne as Masilungan tries to tie him up.
Masilungan misses with a punch to the body.
Masilungan has Mont Alvernne pressed against the cage.
Mont Alvernne has Masilungan pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Masilungan manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Masilungan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mont Alvernne's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Masilungan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Masilungan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Masilungan lands with a left to the head.
Masilungan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Masilungan.

Mont Alvernne breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mont Alvernne moves away from the strike by Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Masilungan swivels and escapes.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Masilungan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Mont Alvernne stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
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 defenses there by Mont Alvernne.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jesh Masilungan dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Mont Alvernne just misses with a punch to the body.
Jesh Masilungan is winning the standup battle so far.
Mont Alvernne shoots for a takedown but Masilungan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mont Alvernne misses with a straight right.
Mont Alvernne avoids a kick to the body.
Masilungan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mont Alvernne on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mont Alvernne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne staying out of range there.
Mont Alvernne misses with a hook.
Masilungan throws a sloppy head kick and Mont Alvernne moves out of range easily.
Masilungan throws a leg kick but Mont Alvernne moved away.
Mont Alvernne avoids the head kick by Masilungan.

That's one minute gone in the round.
A head kick misses from Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mont Alvernne takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mont Alvernne thows a body shot but no joy.
Masilungan lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Mont Alvernne avoids the head kick by Masilungan.
Masilungan is looking to land body kicks.
Mont Alvernne uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne avoids the head kick by Masilungan.
Masilungan misses with a hook.
Mont Alvernne misses with a body shot.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne throws out a powerful jab.
A head kick from Masilungan lands but Mont Alvernne takes it in his stride.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Mont Alvernne is defended easily by Masilungan.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mont Alvernne.
Jesh Masilungan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Mont Alvernne ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Masilungan moves away.
A swing and a miss from Mont Alvernne.
Mont Alvernne throws a right hand that Masilungan ducks under and follows up with a left that Masilungan also avoids with ease.

Masilungan moves into the clinch successfully.
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!
Masilungan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mont Alvernne's elbow.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Masilungan can't find room to land a body shot as Mont Alvernne controls the action.
Masilungan scores with a shoulder strike.

Masilungan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Masilungan tries to bum rush Mont Alvernne with a series of wild strikes but Mont Alvernne uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Masilungan slips under a jab.
Masilungan lands a head kick!
Mont Alvernne fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Jesh Masilungan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charlie Mont Alvernne.
Mont Alvernne throws a looping overhand right but Masilungan ducks down to avoid it.
Masilungan throws a sloppy head kick and Mont Alvernne moves out of range easily.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne slips a jab and a cross from Masilungan.
Masilungan scores with a push kick.
Masilungan throws a chopping leg kick but Mont Alvernne manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Masilungan misses with a hook. Mont Alvernne ducked under it nicely.
A cross from Masilungan lands.
Horrible takedown by Mont Alvernne or perhaps it was just good defense by Masilungan which made him look bad.
Masilungan pushes Mont Alvernne away with a front kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Masilungan misses.
Masilungan will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Masilungan throws a sloppy head kick

and Mont Alvernne counters with a single leg into guard. Masilungan didn't expect that.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jesh Masilungan dominated that second 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.

Mont Alvernne avoids the head kick by Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne throws a nice looking combination but Masilungan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A shot to the liver by Masilungan. Beautiful body shot.
Masilungan attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Mont Alvernne moves out of range of the strikes.
Mont Alvernne thows a body shot but no joy.
Masilungan throws a shot from downtown. Mont Alvernne moves away and avoids it.
Masilungan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mont Alvernne counters with a stiff right hand.
Masilungan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Masilungan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Masilungan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Mont Alvernne is out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Masilungan keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Mont Alvernne throws a poor cross that misses
and Masilungan counters with a nice uppercut.
Mont Alvernne closes the distance and clinches up with Masilungan, looking for a takedown. Mont Alvernne pushes Masilungan against the cage but Masilungan circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
A jab from Masilungan does it's job there.
Mont Alvernne avoids the head kick by Masilungan.
A left and a right from Mont Alvernne both land. Nice combination.
Mont Alvernne throws a body punch but Masilungan moves out of range.
Mont Alvernne shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Masilungan pinned against the cage. Masilungan gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Masilungan comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Good standup being displayed there by Masilungan as he connects with a hook.
Mont Alvernne shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Masilungan as he avoids it easily.
Jesh Masilungan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charlie Mont Alvernne.
Mont Alvernne looks to score with a jab to the body but Masilungan is just out of range.
Masilungan drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Masilungan lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good standup being displayed there by Masilungan as he connects with a hook.
A good leg kick by Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Mont Alvernne.
Masilungan is trying to control Mont Alvernne's posture but Mont Alvernne avoids it.
Masilungan is trying to get back to his feet.
Masilungan tries to improve position but can't.
Mont Alvernne is looking to take a break and control but Masilungan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Masilungan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Masilungan is looking to reverse the position.
Masilungan wants to get back to his feet.
Masilungan manages to get back to half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Mont Alvernne is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Masilungan defends it well.
Masilungan tries to roll over but Mont Alvernne keeps him under control.
Mont Alvernne prevents Masilungan from standing back up.
Masilungan wants to get back to full guard.
Mont Alvernne wants to take a breather but Masilungan is having none of it.
Masilungan wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Masilungan keeping hold of Mont Alvernne's head, controlling as best he can.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Masilungan tries to kick Mont Alvernne off but Mont Alvernne keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jesh Masilungan clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.

Masilungan throws a sloppy head kick and Mont Alvernne moves out of range easily.
Mont Alvernne takes a kick to the side of the head.
Masilungan showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mont Alvernne.
Masilungan tries to clinch up but Mont Alvernne circles away and keeps his distance.
Mont Alvernne throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne dips to his left and cracks Masilungan with an uppercut!
Masilungan throws a sloppy head kick and Mont Alvernne moves out of range easily.
Masilungan throws a head kick that misses.
Masilungan misses with a wild combination.
Mont Alvernne slips a jab and a cross from Masilungan.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Masilungan.
Masilungan wants to clinch.
Masilungan throws a head kick that misses.
Masilungan slips under a jab from Mont Alvernne.
Mont Alvernne misses with a looping left.
Mont Alvernne thuds his right hand into Masilungan's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Masilungan's waist but Masilungan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Mont Alvernne off to one side.
Mont Alvernne tries to check the leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Mont Alvernne throws a sloppy body shot

and Masilungan counters by moving into the clinch.
Mont Alvernne has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Masilungan after a bit of a struggle.
Masilungan goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Masilungan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mont Alvernne goes for a takedown attempt but Masilungan pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jesh Masilungan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Charlie Mont Alvernne.
A punch combination from Masilungan misses.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
No joy there for Masilungan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mont Alvernne stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Masilungan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Mont Alvernne is out of range and Masilungan settles back down.
No joy there for Masilungan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Masilungan throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mont Alvernne.
Masilungan avoids a punch combination nicely.
Mont Alvernne avoids the body shot from Masilungan.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Masilungan defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Mont Alvernne.
Masilungan connects with a body shot that sends Mont Alvernne's belly button to the back.
Masilungan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mont Alvernne.

Mont Alvernne is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Masilungan's half guard.
Mont Alvernne works his foot free and advances to mount.
Masilungan really wants to buck Mont Alvernne off and get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Masilungan has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Mont Alvernne's lack of action.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Masilungan pushes Mont Alvernne off looking to stand but Mont Alvernne dives back in and keeps control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Jesh Masilungan will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!

Masilungan lands an overhand right.
A shot to the liver by Mont Alvernne. Beautiful body shot.
Mont Alvernne keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Masilungan misses with an attempted mid kick.
Masilungan throws a head kick that half lands.
Mont Alvernne blocks the body kick.
Masilungan lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Masilungan.
Mont Alvernne shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Masilungan sprawls well. Masilungan wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Mont Alvernne gets slowly back to his feet.
Masilungan throws a body punch but Mont Alvernne moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Masilungan ducks under a wild hook from Mont Alvernne.
Masilungan lands a body shot.
Masilungan displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Mont Alvernne throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Masilungan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Mont Alvernne fails with the takedown
and Masilungan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Masilungan throws a shot from downtown. Mont Alvernne moves away and avoids it.
Masilungan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mont Alvernne looks to score with a jab to the body but Masilungan is just out of range.
Masilungan tries a head kick but it misses.

Mont Alvernne closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Mont Alvernne is taking a breather. Masilungan says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Masilungan wants to get back to full guard.
Mont Alvernne wants to lay and pray for a moment but Masilungan keeps working.
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!
Masilungan is trying to maintain the position but Mont Alvernne is very close to passing his half guard.

Mont Alvernne is working for a submission of some sort.
Masilungan is trying to stand.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Mont Alvernne is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Masilungan tries to get to full guard but Mont Alvernne has control of the leg.
Charlie Mont Alvernne has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

Mont Alvernne is looking for a kimura here.
Masilungan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Jesh Masilungan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Masilungan controlling Mont Alvernne's posture.
Mont Alvernne pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Masilungan is keeping the position for now.
Mont Alvernne pushes down on Masilungan's leg and manages to get into half guard.

Mont Alvernne is working for a submission of some sort.
Masilungan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Masilungan is on top in guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jesh Masilungan.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Masilungan, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 50:45
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 50:45
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesh Masilungan!
Jesh Masilungan retains his featherweight title!
A very excited looking Jesh Masilungan made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.