PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Phil DeBlunt (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michael Gromowski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). DeBlunt comes to the cage accompanied by Westside Connection - Bow Down. Michael Gromowski has the better chin. Will he look to stand and bang today?

DeBlunt
vs
Gromowski

195 cm
31
280 lbs
22 - 16 - 0

186 cm
30
243 lbs
14 - 9 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Excellent boxer
Very quick

Good wrestler
World class MT
Good gas tank

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 22 - 16 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Phil DeBlunt!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 14 - 9 - 0, fighting out of Los Angeles, Michael Gromowski!
The judges for this bout are , Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
DeBlunt misses with a body shot.
DeBlunt takes a swing at Gromowski's ribcage but misses.
DeBlunt stuns Gromowski with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
DeBlunt throws a lazy right hand but Gromowski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A big right from Gromowski misses.
Gromowski closes this distance looking for a takedown but DeBlunt circles away.
DeBlunt clobbers Gromowski with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
DeBlunt defending well as Gromowski loads up on a big left hand.
DeBlunt throws a body punch but Gromowski moves out of range.
Gromowski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gromowski looks to throw the jab but DeBlunt is out of range.
Gromowski throws a jab when DeBlunt was well out of range.
Gromowski misses the shot to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Gromowski.
Gromowski throws a nice outside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
DeBlunt stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and DeBlunt wants it to stay on the feet.
DeBlunt swings for the body but Gromowski moves out of range.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gromowski moves out of range of the strikes.
DeBlunt jabs at Gromowski's body.
Gromowski lands a right hook to the body.
DeBlunt fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gromowski manages to avoid it.
Gromowski misses with a left hand
and DeBlunt counters with a left and a right that stings Gromowski.
DeBlunt misses with a combination
and Gromowski counters with a good low kick that DeBlunt was not able to check.
DeBlunt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Phil DeBlunt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gromowski misses with a hook. DeBlunt ducked under it nicely.
DeBlunt thows a body shot but no joy.
DeBlunt misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gromowski.
Gromowski lands with a thumping leg kick.
DeBlunt looks to score with a jab to the body but Gromowski is just out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gromowski throws a series of punches but DeBlunt moves out of range.
Gromowski dives in and grabs DeBlunt's left leg, looking for a takedown. DeBlunt pushes down on Gromowski's head and hops out.
Phil DeBlunt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Gromowski.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Gromowski pivots, looking for a leg kick but DeBlunt is out of range and Gromowski settles back down.
DeBlunt takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gromowski.
Gromowski dodges the punch combination from DeBlunt.
DeBlunt ducks under a wild hook from Gromowski.
DeBlunt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
DeBlunt connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gromowski's hands.
Gromowski tries to land a leg kick but DeBlunt saw it coming and moves away.
Gromowski misses with a body shot.
A big left from Gromowski misses.
DeBlunt misses with a looping right.
Gromowski fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gromowski is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
DeBlunt checks a leg kick.
Gromowski closes the distance and clinches up with DeBlunt, looking for a takedown. Gromowski pushes DeBlunt against the cage but DeBlunt circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeBlunt gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Nice jab there from DeBlunt.
Gromowski loads up on a big right hand but DeBlunt slips the punch.
Gromowski throws a jab when DeBlunt was well out of range.
Gromowski loads up on a big right hand but DeBlunt slips the punch.
DeBlunt lands with an uppercut that bounces Gromowski off the cage and back into range.
Gromowski scores with a jab.
DeBlunt is looking to wear down Gromowski with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Gromowski fails with an attempt to clinch.
Gromowski slips a jab and a cross from DeBlunt.
DeBlunt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Gromowski momentarily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gromowski takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gromowski looks to score with a jab to the body but DeBlunt is just out of range.
DeBlunt ducks under a wild hook from Gromowski.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gromowski.
DeBlunt rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gromowski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gromowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by DeBlunt.
DeBlunt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gromowski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but DeBlunt was well out of range. Poor timing from Gromowski.
Gromowski throws a hook but DeBlunt avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Gromowski misses its intended target.
A big right from Gromowski misses.
Gromowski throws a hook but DeBlunt blocks it.

Gromowski drives through and clinches with DeBlunt against the cage.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Gromowski scores a nice knee to the body.
Gromowski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Gromowski missing with knees to the body.
Gromowski has DeBlunt pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. DeBlunt manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Gromowski 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.

DeBlunt takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Gromowski. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Gromowski tries to score a power double leg takedown but DeBlunt sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gromowski somewhat.
Gromowski walks into a left hand.
Michael Gromowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
DeBlunt throws a poor cross that misses
and Gromowski counters with a straight right hand.
Gromowski keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
DeBlunt is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
DeBlunt throws a big shot that misses.
DeBlunt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gromowski.
Gromowski throws a body kick that misses.
Gromowski scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Michael Gromowski seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gromowski ducks right into an uppercut from DeBlunt.
DeBlunt moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
DeBlunt tries to bum rush Gromowski with a series of wild strikes but Gromowski uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Gromowski throws a nice looking combination but DeBlunt bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.

That's one minute gone in the round.
DeBlunt thows a body shot but no joy.
Gromowski thumps DeBlunt with a low kick.
Gromowski swings for the body but DeBlunt moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Gromowski.
DeBlunt getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Good standup being displayed there by DeBlunt as he connects with a hook.
Gromowski steps to the side to avoid the strikes from DeBlunt.
DeBlunt needs to keep his hands up - Gromowski had a free shot at his head there.
A swing and a miss from DeBlunt.
A big right from Gromowski misses.
Gromowski lands a right hook to the body.
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!
Gromowski thows a body shot but no joy.
Gromowski throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gromowski lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
DeBlunt misses the shot to the body.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Gromowski feints and as DeBlunt raises his hands in defense, Gromowski changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
DeBlunt trying to keep a closed guard but Gromowski is proving a slippery customer.
Gromowski in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
DeBlunt keeping moving, preventing Gromowski from controlling successfully.
DeBlunt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Gromowski trying to control the position from guard on top but DeBlunt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gromowski is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Gromowski prevents DeBlunt from getting back to his feet.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Gromowski advances to half guard.
Gromowski not landing any meaningful shots this time.
DeBlunt trying to control but Gromowski postures up.
Gromowski missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
DeBlunt is looking for a sweep. Gromowski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Gromowski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but DeBlunt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
DeBlunt pushes Gromowski off looking to stand but Gromowski dives back in and keeps control.
DeBlunt is trying to get back to full guard.
Gromowski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gromowski working the head and body with strikes.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gromowski is trying to control. DeBlunt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gromowski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed DeBlunt's head.
Gromowski seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but DeBlunt does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nice strikes from Gromowski there.
Gromowski missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gromowski working DeBlunt over with strikes.
Gromowski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
DeBlunt regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Gromowski.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
DeBlunt controls Gromowski momentarily but Gromowski frees himself.
Gromowski won't allow DeBlunt to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Gromowski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Gromowski throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent DeBlunt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
DeBlunt staying out of range there.
Gromowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but DeBlunt circles away quickly and effectively.
A jab from DeBlunt does it's job there.
DeBlunt misses with a straight right.
DeBlunt ducks right into an uppercut from Gromowski.
DeBlunt slips a jab and a cross from Gromowski.
Good shot there by DeBlunt.
Gromowski lands a nice shot to the body.
Gromowski staying out of range there.
Gromowski motions for DeBlunt to come forward. Gromowski throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
DeBlunt uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gromowski.
Gromowski drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gromowski wants to clinch up but DeBlunt keeps it at a distance.
DeBlunt bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gromowski's head backwards.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Gromowski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Gromowski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but DeBlunt avoids it really well and circles away.
DeBlunt misses with a few strikes there.
Gromowski wants to clinch.
DeBlunt throws a looping overhand right but Gromowski ducks down to avoid it.
The fighters circling - DeBlunt throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
DeBlunt takes a swing at Gromowski's ribcage but misses.
Gromowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
DeBlunt chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Gromowski can pounce on him.
Nice jab there from Gromowski.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
DeBlunt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
DeBlunt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab from DeBlunt misses.
Gromowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gromowski slips a straight right by DeBlunt.
Gromowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Gromowski throws a hook to the side of DeBlunt's head but DeBlunt sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Gromowski looks to land a left hand but DeBlunt moved out of range nicely.
Gromowski fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt DeBlunt.
Gromowski moves out of range as DeBlunt strikes.
DeBlunt on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
DeBlunt misses with a hook. Gromowski ducked under it nicely.
Gromowski throws a lazy right hand but DeBlunt sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gromowski shoots in for a takedown but DeBlunt shows good takedown defense.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
DeBlunt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gromowski.
Gromowski connects with a leg kick. DeBlunt looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.

Gromowski gets a double leg takedown into DeBlunt's guard.
Gromowski looking to pass the guard.
Gromowski postures up in DeBlunt's guard and throws a big left but DeBlunt blocks it.
Gromowski throwing strikes but missing.
DeBlunt wants to stand and escape but Gromowski is having none of it.
DeBlunt preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

DeBlunt throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Gromowski escapes and throws DeBlunt's legs to the side, diving into side control!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gromowski laying and praying for a moment but DeBlunt takes advantage and regains half guard.
Gromowski has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Gromowski is nestled in close to DeBlunt, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Phil DeBlunt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
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!
DeBlunt is refusing to be controlled, as Gromowski sits in half guard.
Gromowski is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
DeBlunt has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gromowski is working away from the top position though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Gromowski comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Gromowski has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Gromowski!
Michael Gromowski thanked the fans post fight for their support.