PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a lightweight MMA rules bout between Mr Jiu Jitsu (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Matt Chabala (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). 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.

Jiu Jitsu
vs
Chabala

160 cm
30
164 lbs
13 - 7 - 0

169 cm
21
168 lbs
4 - 0 - 1

Abu Dhabi Champ
Solid boxing
Very quick

Good wrestler
Excellent MT
Granite chin

Dragon

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 13 - 7 - 0, fighting out of Montreal, Mr Jiu Jitsu!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 4 - 0 - 1, fighting out of New York, Matt Chabala!
The judges for this bout are Matti Vanhoillinen, Marco Blurström and Ben Zyskovitsi.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Jiu Jitsu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Chabala.
Matt Chabala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chabala lands with a thumping leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Chabala.
Chabala misses with a body kick.
Chabala scores with a kick to the body.
Chabala takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Chabala.
Chabala throws a hook to the side of Jiu Jitsu's head but Jiu Jitsu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A punch combination from Chabala misses.
Jiu Jitsu throws a wild combination but nothing lands.

Jiu Jitsu tries to sprawl but Chabala drives through with a takedown into half guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Jiu Jitsu is looking for a sweep. Chabala is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jiu Jitsu keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Chabala trying to control the action but Jiu Jitsu is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jiu Jitsu regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Chabala.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jiu Jitsu preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jiu Jitsu trying to control the position.
Jiu Jitsu preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Jiu Jitsu keeping moving, preventing Chabala from controlling successfully.
Chabala must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Chabala looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Chabala throwing strikes from guard but Jiu Jitsu blocks nicely.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Jiu Jitsu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chabala defends it easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jiu Jitsu is on top in guard.
Chabala wants to sweep but no luck.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jiu Jitsu in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Chabala wants to sweep but no luck.
Chabala trying to keep a closed guard but Jiu Jitsu is proving a slippery customer.
Jiu Jitsu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chabala is trying to control the position but Jiu Jitsu postures up.
Jiu Jitsu missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Jiu Jitsu pushing down on Chabala's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Chabala is trying to get back to full guard.
Jiu Jitsu thows a huge punch but Chabala dodges it nicely.
Jiu Jitsu takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.

Jiu Jitsu seems to be looking for submissions.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jiu Jitsu takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Chabala really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jiu Jitsu. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Chabala keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Chabala tries to roll over but Jiu Jitsu keeps him under control.
Jiu Jitsu seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Chabala does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

Jiu Jitsu is trying to work for a kimura but Chabala is defending well.
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!
Jiu Jitsu sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Chabala defending well though.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Chabala striking from the bottom.
Jiu Jitsu stalling.
Chabala is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Matt Chabala will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!

Chabala plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Jiu Jitsu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chabala swings for the body but Jiu Jitsu moves out of range.
Jiu Jitsu shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Chabala sprawls well. Chabala wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Jiu Jitsu gets slowly back to his feet.
Jiu Jitsu misses the jab.
Jiu Jitsu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Chabala.
Jiu Jitsu thows a left - swing and a miss!
That kick from Chabala tenderised Jiu Jitsu's leg. Jiu Jitsu is trying to keep his angry face on.
Jiu Jitsu just misses with a punch to the body.
Chabala fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Mr Jiu Jitsu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Chabala closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Chabala prevents Jiu Jitsu from improving his position.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Jiu Jitsu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Chabala pulls his head out easily.
Chabala working over Jiu Jitsu with some ground and pound. Jiu Jitsu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Jiu Jitsu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.

Jiu Jitsu is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Chabala rolls with it to try and escape but Jiu Jitsu cranks on the arm and Chabala is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mr Jiu Jitsu!
Mr Jiu Jitsu made sure to mention his sponsor, Empire Threads in his post fight interview.