PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Artur Sowinski (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dayne Mcdougall (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sowinski comes to the cage accompanied by Totentanz-Swiatlo Dnia. Artur Sowinski could well score a knockout today. He has the power to get to Dayne Mcdougall's chin.

Sowinski
vs
Mcdougall

177 cm
20
164 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

168 cm
19
150 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Brawler
Intelligent

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 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Artur Sowinski!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Sydney, Dayne Mcdougall!
The judges for this bout are Donatello Bradman, Eliza Hachem and Summer Carpenter.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Sowinski fails with a takedown attempt.
Nice takedown defense from Sowinski. No joy for Mcdougall on that attempt.
Sowinski misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sowinski shoots in and drives through. Mcdougall sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artur Sowinski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mcdougall missing with a left hand there. Sowinski was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mcdougall shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sowinski pinned against the cage. Sowinski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Sowinski moves out of range of the strikes.

Sowinski has Mcdougall up against the cage in a clinch.
Mcdougall is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sowinski pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sowinski is trying to pull guard but Mcdougall turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.

Mcdougall ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Mcdougall no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Mcdougall throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.

Sowinski is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mcdougall is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mcdougall has escaped and now he's on top!
Mcdougall trying to control but Sowinski is working from the bottom.

Sowinski is looking for a triangle but Mcdougall pushes his legs off easily.
Sowinski working a defensive guard here.
Mcdougall won't allow Sowinski to sweep him here.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Mcdougall trying to control the position from guard on top but Sowinski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Mcdougall preventing the sweep.
Mcdougall showing good wrestling skills to control the position.

Sowinski is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mcdougall is aware though and is defending well.

Mcdougall decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Mcdougall misses with a left hand
and Sowinski counters with a nice uppercut.

The fight moves into the clinch position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sowinski wants to get back to striking at distance but Mcdougall won't allow it.
Mcdougall has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sowinski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Mcdougall prevents a takedown attempt there.
Mcdougall changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Sowinski fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Mcdougall throws a jab but it's blocked by Sowinski.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sowinski is defended easily by Mcdougall.
Mcdougall misses with a takedown attempt - Sowinski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mcdougall looks gassed!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sowinski listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mcdougall.
Sowinski throws a head kick but Mcdougall moves out of range.
Sowinski throws a head kick that misses.

Sowinski gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Sowinski wants to get back to striking at distance but Mcdougall won't allow it.
Sowinski fails to pull guard.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Sowinski tries to pull guard but Mcdougall won't allow it.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sowinski is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Mcdougall pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Mcdougall wants to take the fight to the mat but Sowinski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.

Mcdougall has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Sowinski uses from the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Dayne Mcdougall will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Sowinski moves out of range of the strikes.
Sowinski slips under a jab.
Mcdougall defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sowinski.

Sowinski closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Mcdougall is looking to take this one to the mat.
Mcdougall has Sowinski pushed against the cage.
Sowinski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mcdougall landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Sowinski has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mcdougall avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sowinski wants to break free but Mcdougall has control.
Sowinski wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mcdougall has him pressed against the cage.
Mcdougall is pressed up against the cage. Sowinski has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Mcdougall down to the mat. Mcdougall avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artur Sowinski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Mcdougall takes one on the button.
Sowinski throws a looping overhand right but Mcdougall ducks down to avoid it.

Sowinski closes the distance and pushes Mcdougall back into the cage.

Mcdougall breaks from the clinch.
Sowinski misses with a wild combination.
Mcdougall misses with a hook. Sowinski ducked under it nicely.
Mcdougall stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mcdougall wants it to stay on the feet.

Sowinski pushes Mcdougall up against the cage in a clinch.
Sowinski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sowinski takes an elbow to the forehead.
Sowinski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mcdougall wants a takedown.
Sowinski prevents the takedown attempt.
Sowinski takes an elbow to the temple.

Mcdougall breaks the clinch.
Mcdougall shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sowinski as he avoids it easily.
Mcdougall tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sowinski swivels and escapes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.

Sowinski instigates a clinch.
Mcdougall prevents the takedown attempt.
Mcdougall tries to pull guard but Sowinski holds him up against the cage and eventually Mcdougall drops back down to his feet.
Sowinski has Mcdougall pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mcdougall manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mcdougall goes for a takedown attempt but Sowinski pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Sowinski shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mcdougall sprawls well. Mcdougall wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sowinski gets slowly back to his feet.
Sowinski shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Mcdougall but Mcdougall pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Sowinski connects with a single shot there.
Sowinski looks for a takedown but Mcdougall sprawls well.
Mcdougall swings and misses with a hook to the body.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mcdougall misses with a straight right.
Sowinski getting the better of the striking in that exchange.

Sowinski clinches with his opponent.
Sowinski is trying to maintain a safe position but Mcdougall gets an underhook and turns Sowinski into the cage.
Mcdougall keeps control of Sowinski as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Mcdougall is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.

Mcdougall successfully pulls guard.

Sowinski has gone for a leg lock! Mcdougall slips out almost immediately though and dives into Sowinski's guard.
Mcdougall controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Artur Sowinski will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!

Sowinski lands the left hand.
Sowinski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mcdougall circles away.
Mcdougall throws a hook to the side of Sowinski's head but Sowinski sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mcdougall ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Mcdougall as Sowinski shoots in.
Mcdougall looks to land a combination but Sowinski avoids it well.
Mcdougall throws a right and a left that Sowinski avoids nicely.
Sowinski closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mcdougall circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Artur Sowinski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mcdougall throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Artur Sowinski is winning the standup battle so far.
Sowinski looks for a takedown but Mcdougall sprawls well.
Mcdougall shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Mcdougall.
Mcdougall moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sowinski throws a solid leg kick but Mcdougall takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Sowinski.
Mcdougall shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Sowinski pinned against the cage. Sowinski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sowinski jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Mcdougall walks away with a smile on his face. Sowinski gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Mcdougall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sowinski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mcdougall avoids it really well and circles away.
Mcdougall looks for a takedown but Sowinski sprawls well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Mcdougall rushes Sowinski and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sowinski fails to pull guard.
Sowinski jumps guard but Mcdougall stands there with Sowinski around his waist. Sowinski gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sowinski is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Sowinski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Mcdougall can't get the takedown.
Sowinski misses with some punches.
Mcdougall goes for a takedown in the clinch but Sowinski prevents it.
Mcdougall is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Sowinski is keeping busy.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sowinski tries to circle away but Mcdougall has him pinned against the cage.
Sowinski creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Mcdougall avoids a wild elbow strike from Sowinski.
Sowinski throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Sowinski prevents the takedown attempt.
Mcdougall throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Sowinski tries to break the clinch but Mcdougall is controlling the position.
Sowinski looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mcdougall is working for takedown but Sowinski is calmly controlling the position for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sowinski is looking to break free of the clinch but Mcdougall has double underhooks.
Sowinski is trying to force a seperation but Mcdougall has the dominant position.
Sowinski dodges an elbow strike from Mcdougall.
With the fighters up against the cage, Mcdougall throws an elbow but misses.
Sowinski throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Mcdougall blocks it with crossed arms.
Mcdougall is trying to drag Sowinski to the mat but Sowinski just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Sowinski jumps guard but Mcdougall turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sowinski is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Mcdougall to keep the fight standing.
Artur Sowinski has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mcdougall displaying some good clinch control by pressing Sowinski up against the cage.
Sowinski is trying to break the clinch but Mcdougall has him pressed against the cage.

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 Artur Sowinski.
I think Sowinski 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 Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:28
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:28
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Artur Sowinski!
A victorious Artur Sowinski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.