PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a light heavyweight MMA rules bout between Donald Clarke (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Alex Lomov (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.

Clarke
vs
Lomov

184 cm
18
214 lbs
0 - 0 - 0

190 cm
18
200 lbs
0 - 1 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Counter fighter
Cuts easily

BJJ Blue Belt
Basic striking
Intelligent

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 - 0 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Donald Clarke!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 0 - 1 - 0, fighting out of Amsterdam, Alex Lomov!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Patrick Alders and Radbod Blank.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
The fight stays on the outside here - Lomov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.

Lomov feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lomov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Clarke wants to sweep but no luck.
Lomov wants to control from the top but Clarke keeps moving.
Clarke controls Lomov momentarily but Lomov frees himself.
Lomov controlling from the top position.

Alex Lomov has forced the referee to step in and restart the fight on the feet.

Lomov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Clarke's half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Lomov throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Clarke to regain full guard.
Lomov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Clarke is pulling down on Lomov's head to control his posture.
Lomov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lomov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Clarke manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lomov manages to get himself to full guard.
Clarke throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Lomov works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

Lomov had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Clarke defends it easily.

Lomov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Clarke passes into half guard.

That's two minutes gone in the round.

Clarke is trying to work for a kimura but Lomov is defending well.

Clarke is working for a submission of some sort.

Clarke is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Clarke is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lomov is just riding it out for now. Clarke eventually gives up the hold.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Clarke lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lomov is trying to stand back up but Clarke is controlling him

Clarke seems to be working for a kimura but Lomov defends the submission attempt.

Clarke is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lomov is trying to get back to full guard.
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.

Lomov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Clarke is on him like a limpet, forcing Lomov back against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

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

Lomov throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Clarke tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lomov is in Clarke's guard.
Clarke bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lomov's guard.
Clarke is working Lomov over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Lomov wants to stand and escape but Clarke is having none of it.
Clarke postures up in Lomov's guard and throws a big left but Lomov blocks it.
Clarke is looking to work some ground and pound but Lomov has wrist control.
Clarke landing some decent shots from guard.
Lomov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lomov has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Clarke has passed into side control.
Lomov is trying to get back to half guard.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Clarke is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lomov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lomov is looking to regain half guard here but Clarke keeps moving and retains side control.

Clarke thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lomov tries to get back to half guard but can't.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lomov can't do much from the bottom here.
Lomov tries to buck Clarke off but Clarke is having none of it.

Clarke decides to stand back up. Clarke steps back and let's Lomov get back to his feet.
Alex Lomov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Clarke looks to score with a jab to the body but Lomov is just out of range.
Lomov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Clarke tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lomov sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Clarke somewhat.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Lomov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.

Lomov is looking for a kimura but Clarke is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Lomov to get the leverage.
Lomov is breathing heavily.
Lomov has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Clarke works to full guard.
Lomov throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Clarke keeping moving, preventing Lomov from controlling successfully.
Clarke is trying to control the position but Lomov postures up.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lomov won't allow Clarke to sweep him here.
Clarke is working hard here to advance position.

Clarke working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lomov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lomov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lomov trying to control but Clarke is working from the bottom.
Lomov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Clarke manages to land a sweep and now he's on top!
The crowd applaud the fighters efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lomov manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Clarke manages to get himself to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Alex Lomov will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!

Lomov is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Clarke's half guard.
Clarke is looking to control Lomov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Clarke avoid being mounted?
Lomov stalling.
Lomov is keen to just control but Clarke is a slippery customer.
Clarke is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lomov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lomov's back!
Lomov is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Lomov wants to get back to his feet.
Clarke landing with strikes.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Clarke working for the choke.

Lomov showing good submission defense here.

Clarke is persistently looking for the submission but Lomov is defending it well.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Lomov wants to get back to his feet.
Lomov really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Clarke. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.

Clarke is looking for the choke from the back position but Lomov is controlling his hands 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!

Lomov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Clarke's arms.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lomov trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Clarke is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Lomov rolls, trying to escape but Clarke keeps control of the position.
Lomov looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.

Lomov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Clarke's arms.
Lomov rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Lomov throws a strike from the bottom that misses.

Clarke is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lomov sees it coming and defends easily.
Clarke is thwarting Lomov's attempts to control the position.
Clarke prevents Lomov from improving his position.
Donald Clarke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Alex Lomov is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.

Clarke is trying to work for a kimura but Lomov is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Donald Clarke showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Lomov 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Alex Lomov!