PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Raj Jigster (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Sheldon Jigster (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Sheldon Jigster is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.

Jigster
vs
Jigster

225 cm
25
205 lbs
2 - 0 - 0

185 cm
25
205 lbs
3 - 2 - 0

BJJ Purple Belt
Solid boxing
Cuts easily

BJJ Purple Belt
Decent boxing
Determined

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 2 - 0 - 0, fighting out of London, Raj Jigster!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 3 - 2 - 0, fighting out of London, Sheldon Jigster!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Paul Tew and Daniel Bishop.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Raj Jigster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Jeez, both these guys look absolutely knackered already, that's not a good sign!
Sheldon Jigster looking for a takedown.

Raj Jigster gets control of Sheldon Jigster's arms and successfully pulls guard. Raj Jigster will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.

Raj Jigster working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sheldon Jigster doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sheldon Jigster manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Raj Jigster will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.

Sheldon Jigster gets to his feet. Raj Jigster looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Raj Jigster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at RYSE GYM in the buildup to the fight.
Raj Jigster tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sheldon Jigster swivels and escapes.
Raj Jigster shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sheldon Jigster as he avoids it easily.
Sheldon Jigster looks to land a combination but Raj Jigster avoids it well.
Sheldon Jigster throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Raj Jigster.
Horrible takedown by Raj Jigster or perhaps it was just good defense by Sheldon Jigster which made him look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raj Jigster. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sheldon Jigster tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Raj Jigster takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Raj Jigster shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Sheldon Jigster but Sheldon Jigster pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Horrible takedown by Raj Jigster or perhaps it was just good defense by Sheldon Jigster which made him look bad.
Sheldon Jigster throws a shot from downtown. Raj Jigster moves away and avoids it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Raj Jigster throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Raj Jigster goes for a double leg but Sheldon Jigster avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Sheldon Jigster continues to drive forward.
Raj Jigster is trying to pull guard but Sheldon Jigster turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Sheldon Jigster jumps guard but Raj Jigster turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Sheldon Jigster gets underhooks to prevent Raj Jigster's takedown attempt.

Sheldon Jigster has hold of one of Raj Jigster's legs. Raj Jigster is fighting the takedown attempt but Sheldon Jigster gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Sheldon Jigster throws a big right hand that misses.
Sheldon Jigster tries to free his leg and advance position but Raj Jigster is retaining full guard.
Raj Jigster is trying to control the position but Sheldon Jigster postures up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Raj Jigster holds on and takes a little breather.
Raj Jigster is trying to control the position but Sheldon Jigster postures up.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Raj Jigster wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Raj Jigster avoids a kick to the body.

Sheldon Jigster clinches up with Raj Jigster and pushes him back against the ropes.

Raj Jigster pulls guard successfully.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Raj Jigster keeping full guard, as Sheldon Jigster tries to pass.

Sheldon Jigster gets to his feet - Raj Jigster follows without any prompting.
Sheldon Jigster tries a head kick but it misses.

Sheldon Jigster gets tackled into the ropes by Raj Jigster. Raj Jigster maintains the clinch.
Sheldon Jigster tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Raj Jigster smiles and moves away.
Jab, jab by Raj Jigster - just one landing.

Raj Jigster clinches.
Raj Jigster fails to pull guard.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to break the clinch but Raj Jigster is controlling him.
Raj Jigster fails to pull the fight into his guard.

Sheldon Jigster works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Sheldon Jigster wants to pass the guard but Raj Jigster is keeping the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sheldon Jigster working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster won't allow Raj Jigster to sweep him here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.

Sheldon Jigster decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Raj Jigster, up you get!
A punch combination from Sheldon Jigster misses.

Sheldon Jigster gets tackled into the ropes by Raj Jigster. Raj Jigster maintains the clinch.
Raj Jigster tries for a takedown but Sheldon Jigster manages to get underhooks.
Raj Jigster stops a takedown attempt from Sheldon Jigster.
Raj Jigster drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Raj Jigster wants to take the fight to the mat but Sheldon Jigster manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Raj Jigster keeps control of Sheldon Jigster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Raj Jigster drops down looking for an ankle pick but Sheldon Jigster pulls his leg out and moves away.
Raj Jigster tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sheldon Jigster swivels and escapes.
Sheldon Jigster dodges the punch combination from Raj Jigster.
Sheldon Jigster misses with a series of wild punches.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster stuffs the takedown.
Raj Jigster checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sheldon Jigster jabs Raj Jigster right on the nose. Raj Jigster blinks but takes it well.

Raj Jigster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Raj Jigster has Sheldon Jigster pressed against the ropes, preventing Sheldon Jigster from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Raj Jigster keeps control of Sheldon Jigster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Raj Jigster fails to pull guard.

Sheldon Jigster has clasped his hands together around Raj Jigster's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Raj Jigster struggling a bit here.
Raj Jigster is looking for a sweep.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Sheldon Jigster landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Sheldon Jigster in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Raj Jigster is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sheldon Jigster's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Sheldon Jigster dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!

Raj Jigster takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.

Raj Jigster takes the fight into the clinch.
Raj Jigster wants a takedown but no success here.
Sheldon Jigster fails to pull guard.
Sheldon Jigster tries to pull guard but Raj Jigster won't allow it.
Raj Jigster has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Sheldon Jigster after a bit of a struggle.
Raj Jigster is working for takedown but Sheldon Jigster is calmly controlling the position for now.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raj Jigster. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Raj Jigster is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Sheldon Jigster pulls him back up using the underhooks.

Sheldon Jigster ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Sheldon Jigster no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Raj Jigster postures up in Sheldon Jigster's guard and throws a big left but Sheldon Jigster blocks it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sheldon Jigster trying to keep a closed guard but Raj Jigster is proving a slippery customer.
Raj Jigster trying to control but Sheldon Jigster is working from the bottom.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Raj Jigster pushes down on Sheldon Jigster's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Raj Jigster working Sheldon Jigster over with strikes.
Raj Jigster with the ground and pound but Sheldon Jigster uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Sheldon Jigster pulls Raj Jigster in to control the position.
Sheldon Jigster wants to get back to his feet but Raj Jigster is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Raj Jigster stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sheldon Jigster swivels though and keeps the full guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster keeping moving, preventing Raj Jigster from controlling successfully.
Raj Jigster is really struggling to control Sheldon Jigster but he's trying to hold on to the position.

The ref stands the fighters back up. Raj Jigster wasn't doing enough on the ground.
Nice sprawl there from Sheldon Jigster as Raj Jigster shoots in.
Raj Jigster really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.

Raj Jigster moves into range and clinches up with Sheldon Jigster.

Sheldon Jigster successfully pulls guard.
Sheldon Jigster working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Raj Jigster.
Raj Jigster trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Raj Jigster throws a strike but Sheldon Jigster rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Sheldon Jigster drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sheldon Jigster jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Sheldon Jigster looking to pass the guard.

Sheldon Jigster decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Raj Jigster, up you get!
Raj Jigster checks the leg kick.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Sheldon Jigster is looking to take this one to the mat.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to break the clinch but Raj Jigster is controlling him.

Raj Jigster pulls guard.
Raj Jigster utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Raj Jigster seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster won't allow Raj Jigster to sweep him here.

Raj Jigster is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.

Raj Jigster is looking for a triangle but Sheldon Jigster pushes his legs off easily.

Raj Jigster throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Sheldon Jigster throwing strikes from guard but Raj Jigster blocks nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Raj Jigster dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!

Raj Jigster closes the distance and pushes Sheldon Jigster back into the ropes.
Sheldon Jigster gets underhooks to prevent Raj Jigster's takedown attempt.
Sheldon Jigster tries to circle away but Raj Jigster has him pinned against the ropes.

Sheldon Jigster manages to break the clinch.
Raj Jigster slips a jab and a cross from Sheldon Jigster.
Raj Jigster is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.

Raj Jigster moves into range and clinches up with Sheldon Jigster.
Sheldon Jigster tries to break the clinch but Raj Jigster is controlling the position.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Raj Jigster pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to pull guard but Raj Jigster turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.

Raj Jigster jumps guard and drags Sheldon Jigster to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Raj Jigster wants to improve his position but instead Sheldon Jigster has moved into half guard.
Sheldon Jigster not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.

Sheldon Jigster stands up from half guard.
A solid leg kick lands there for Raj Jigster.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Sheldon Jigster walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sheldon Jigster throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!

Raj Jigster has taken the fight to the clinch.
Raj Jigster has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Raj Jigster keeps control of Sheldon Jigster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to break the clinch but Raj Jigster has him pressed against the ropes.
Raj Jigster tries for a takedown but Sheldon Jigster manages to get underhooks.
Raj Jigster is trying to pull guard but Sheldon Jigster has him pressed against the ropes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Raj Jigster. That's going to take a lot out of him.

Raj Jigster avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Raj Jigster missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Sheldon Jigster is trying to control the position from the bottom.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Raj Jigster content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Raj Jigster tries to free his leg and advance position but Sheldon Jigster is retaining full guard.
Raj Jigster wants to get up but he can't break Sheldon Jigster's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Raj Jigster works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Raj Jigster seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
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!
Raj Jigster not landing any meaningful shots this time.

Raj Jigster is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sheldon Jigster doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Raj Jigster.
Raj Jigster wants to pass to mount but Sheldon Jigster is defending the position.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Raj Jigster trying to control the action but Sheldon Jigster is working from the bottom.
Raj Jigster stops Sheldon Jigster from getting back to his feet.
Raj Jigster trying to mount his opponent but Sheldon Jigster defends it.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Sheldon Jigster is looking to improve his position.
Raj Jigster trying to control from Sheldon Jigster's half guard. Sheldon Jigster has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Raj Jigster throws a big elbow that misses.
Sheldon Jigster wants to stand but Raj Jigster is controlling the position.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Raj Jigster throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sheldon Jigster works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Raj Jigster showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Raj Jigster 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Raj Jigster!