PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Tor Folkesson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Adrian McPhearson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Adrian McPhearson has the power to score a knockout today if he connects clean with Tor Folkesson's chin.

Folkesson
vs
McPhearson

178 cm
25
200 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

191 cm
18
220 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Cuts easily

BJJ White Belt
Decent boxing
Solid chin

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the light heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of London, Tor Folkesson!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Adrian McPhearson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Paul Tew and James Atkins.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McPhearson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Folkesson doesn't seem bothered though.
McPhearson stuns Folkesson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Folkesson with a lazy takedown attempt
and McPhearson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Folkesson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McPhearson's waist but McPhearson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Folkesson off to one side.

Folkesson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Folkesson working McPhearson over with strikes.
Folkesson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Folkesson wants to take a breather but McPhearson is having none of it.

Folkesson is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McPhearson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Folkesson.
McPhearson is controlling Folkesson's trapped leg to prevent Folkesson from advancing to side control.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Folkesson throwing shots but McPhearson is blocking nicely.
McPhearson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Folkesson.

Folkesson is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McPhearson is trying to control but can't.
Folkesson sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McPhearson defending well though.
McPhearson trying to control but Folkesson postures up.
The fighters are battling for position here. McPhearson manages to regain full guard. Nice work.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Folkesson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Folkesson throws an elbow that misses. McPhearson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Folkesson's guard. Nice move by McPhearson!
McPhearson slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Folkesson pulls McPhearson in close to his closed guard and prevents McPhearson from doing any damage or advancing position.

Folkesson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McPhearson defends well.
Folkesson is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Folkesson prevents McPhearson from improving his position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Folkesson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Folkesson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Folkesson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Folkesson connects with a nice short shot to McPhearson's temple.
McPhearson is trying to stand.
Folkesson lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Folkesson throwing shots but McPhearson is blocking nicely.
Folkesson prevents McPhearson from standing back up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McPhearson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Folkesson.
Folkesson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Folkesson scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Folkesson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McPhearson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Folkesson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Folkesson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
McPhearson is staying active underneath Folkesson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Folkesson working the head and body with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Folkesson trying to control the action but McPhearson is working from the bottom.
Folkesson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Folkesson winds up and cracks McPhearson with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McPhearson is refusing to be controlled, as Folkesson sits in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Folkesson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McPhearson as he jumps to the side.
Folkesson shoots in looking for a takedown but McPhearson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Folkesson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Folkesson shoots for a double leg takedown but McPhearson sprawls well. He's pushed Folkesson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tor Folkesson. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Folkesson drives through with a takedown into guard.
McPhearson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Folkesson manages to get himself to full guard.
McPhearson trying to control but Folkesson is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Folkesson holds on and takes a little breather.
Folkesson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
McPhearson wanted to stand there but Folkesson had control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McPhearson wants to control from the top but Folkesson keeps moving.
Folkesson has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McPhearson sitting in guard here, content to control.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.

The ref stands the fighters back up, due to lack of action by Adrian McPhearson.
Nice takedown defense from McPhearson. No joy for Folkesson on that attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.

Folkesson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming McPhearson to the mat! McPhearson manages to get full guard.
Folkesson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Folkesson postures up and lands a big shot to McPhearson's brow.
McPhearson trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
McPhearson working a defensive guard here.
McPhearson tries to land a sweep but no joy.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
McPhearson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Folkesson tries to free his leg and advance position but McPhearson is retaining full guard.
McPhearson working a defensive guard here.
Folkesson throwing strikes but missing.
Folkesson lands a couple of elbows.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Folkesson has gone for a leg lock! McPhearson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Folkesson's guard.
Folkesson is looking to stand up but McPhearson isn't so interested in that idea.

McPhearson stands and steps away. Folkesson gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Folkesson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says McPhearson as he avoids it easily.
McPhearson lands a jab to Folkesson's midsection.
Folkesson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McPhearson as he jumps to the side.
McPhearson lands a nice shot to the body.
McPhearson throws a series of punches but Folkesson avoids them all with ease.
Folkesson doesn't manage to clinch there - McPhearson circles away.
Folkesson shoots in but McPhearson avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Folkesson takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tor Folkesson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
McPhearson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McPhearson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McPhearson is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Folkesson rather than just go for the knockout.
Folkesson looks for a takedown but McPhearson sprawls well.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McPhearson throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Folkesson.
Tor Folkesson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McPhearson throws a solid leg kick but Folkesson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McPhearson.
Folkesson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Folkesson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Folkesson there as he acknowledges the shot.
A left lands for McPhearson.
McPhearson scores with a hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Folkesson walks into a straight right hand from McPhearson.
Folkesson tries for a takedown but McPhearson circles away easily
and McPhearson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McPhearson scores with a decent looking hook.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
McPhearson wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Adrian McPhearson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Folkesson tries to score a power double leg takedown but McPhearson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Folkesson somewhat.
McPhearson thuds a left hand into Folkesson's body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Adrian McPhearson will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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!

Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by McPhearson!
Folkesson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A nice combination there by McPhearson.
McPhearson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Folkesson was well out of range. Poor timing from McPhearson.
Nice sprawl there from McPhearson as Folkesson shoots in.
McPhearson throws a combination. Folkesson tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
McPhearson shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Folkesson eats them both and turns towards McPhearson to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Folkesson. McPhearson does a little dance to reset his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Folkesson.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tor Folkesson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McPhearson lands with an uppercut that bounces Folkesson off the cage and back into range.
McPhearson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Folkesson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and McPhearson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.

That's one minute gone in the round.
McPhearson lands with a nice body punch.
McPhearson stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McPhearson lands with a straight right. Folkesson didn't see that one coming.
McPhearson scores with a jab to the body.
McPhearson scores with a jab. Folkesson acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Folkesson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McPhearson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
McPhearson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
McPhearson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Folkesson takes a jab right on the kisser.
McPhearson stuffs the takedown.
McPhearson lands the left hand.
McPhearson scores with a body shot.
McPhearson scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Folkesson shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McPhearson pinned against the cage. McPhearson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Folkesson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Folkesson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Folkesson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McPhearson thuds his right hand into Folkesson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McPhearson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Folkesson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McPhearson connects with a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Folkesson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Folkesson with a lazy takedown attempt
and McPhearson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McPhearson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
McPhearson digs a good body shot into Folkesson's ribs.
McPhearson has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
McPhearson lands with an uppercut that bounces Folkesson off the cage and back into range.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Folkesson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but McPhearson swivels and escapes.
Adrian McPhearson seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McPhearson scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Folkesson takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McPhearson scores with a hook to the body. Folkesson takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Nice cross by McPhearson.
McPhearson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Folkesson doesn't seem bothered though.
McPhearson lands a glancing blow to the side of Folkesson's head.
McPhearson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Folkesson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Folkesson is defended easily by McPhearson.
Folkesson drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
McPhearson cracks Folkesson with a good jab.
McPhearson darts in and out, connecting with a jab.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
McPhearson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and McPhearson wants it to stay on the feet.
Folkesson moves out of range of the body kick.
McPhearson scores with a jab to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Folkesson tries to score a power double leg takedown but McPhearson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Folkesson somewhat.
McPhearson connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McPhearson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Folkesson at a distance.
McPhearson scores with a jab.
McPhearson leaves Folkesson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
McPhearson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McPhearson scores with a decent looking hook.
McPhearson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Adrian McPhearson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McPhearson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adrian McPhearson!