PBP Commentary

Coming up we have a heavyweight MMA rules bout between Chris OSullivan (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jonas Karlovsson (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class). OSullivan's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, I'm Shipping up to Boston - Dropkick Murphys. The key to victory for Chris OSullivan has got to be keeping the fight on the feet.

OSullivan
vs
Karlovsson

182 cm
23
245 lbs
3 - 13 - 1

210 cm
22
270 lbs
6 - 8 - 0

BJJ Blue Belt
Solid boxing
Granite chin

Good takedowns
Counter fighter
Determined

Ladies and gentlemen. This fight is 3 rounds, in the heavyweight division.
Introducing the fighter to my left, fighting out of the red corner.
With a record of 3 - 13 - 1, fighting out of Helsinki, Chris OSullivan!
And introducing the fighter to my right, fighting out of the blue corner.
With a record of 6 - 8 - 0, fighting out of Helsinki, Jonas Karlovsson!
The judges for this bout are Roosa Järviläinen, Marco Blurström and Arvi Lind.

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!

Karlovsson feints and as OSullivan raises his hands in defense, Karlovsson changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Karlovsson working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Karlovsson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Karlovsson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
OSullivan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Karlovsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
OSullivan looking for a sweep. Not yet OSullivan, not yet.

OSullivan looking for a guillotine here but Karlovsson defends easily.
OSullivan has momentary wrist control but Karlovsson slips an elbow through the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karlovsson throwing strikes from guard but OSullivan blocks nicely.
OSullivan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Karlovsson wants to pass the guard but OSullivan is keeping the position.
Karlovsson postures up in OSullivan's guard and throws a big left but OSullivan blocks it.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Karlovsson loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Karlovsson postures up in OSullivan's guard and throws a big left but OSullivan blocks it.
OSullivan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
OSullivan is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Karlovsson cracks OSullivan with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Karlovsson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Karlovsson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.

OSullivan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Karlovsson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of OSullivan's head.
Karlovsson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!

The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
OSullivan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Karlovsson lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Karlovsson working some strikes from top position.
OSullivan avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
OSullivan has momentary wrist control but Karlovsson slips an elbow through the middle.
Karlovsson is working OSullivan over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Karlovsson postures up in OSullivan's guard and throws a big left but OSullivan blocks it.
OSullivan tries to strike from the bottom.
Karlovsson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Karlovsson throws a big right hand that misses.
OSullivan trying to keep a closed guard but Karlovsson is proving a slippery customer.
OSullivan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Karlovsson.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Karlovsson working some strikes from top position.
OSullivan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Karlovsson is in close to OSullivan's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Karlovsson is looking to work some ground and pound but OSullivan has wrist control.
Karlovsson won't allow OSullivan to sweep him here.
Karlovsson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Karlovsson with a flurry of punches that miss.

OSullivan has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Karlovsson can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
OSullivan is breathing heavily.
Karlovsson is looking to advance position but OSullivan has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!

OSullivan is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Karlovsson has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Karlovsson!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Karlovsson slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
OSullivan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Karlovsson creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
OSullivan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Karlovsson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
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. Karlovsson connects with a nice short shot to OSullivan's temple.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
OSullivan regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Karlovsson.
Karlovsson stands up over OSullivan, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonas Karlovsson dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.

Karlovsson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from OSullivan.

It looks like Jonas Karlovsson has been cut.
OSullivan looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Chris OSullivan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
OSullivan tries to close the distance and clinch but Karlovsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.

Karlovsson drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Karlovsson working the head and body with strikes.
Karlovsson working the ground and pound from side control.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Karlovsson working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Karlovsson looks up at the clock and then as OSullivan takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Karlovsson smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Karlovsson cracks OSullivan with a big elbow.
Jonas Karlovsson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Karlovsson in side control lands a decent elbow.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Check out the look on Karlovsson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Karlovsson working the head and body with strikes.
OSullivan tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Karlovsson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Karlovsson lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Karlovsson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Check out the look on Karlovsson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
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!
OSullivan tries to improve position but can't.
Karlovsson grinds an elbow into OSullivan's temple.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
OSullivan takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
OSullivan takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
OSullivan taking a bit of punishment here - Karlovsson scoring with strikes.
Karlovsson working the ground and pound.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
OSullivan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Karlovsson's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
OSullivan on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Karlovsson is breathing heavily.
Karlovsson prevents OSullivan from improving his position.
OSullivan is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Karlovsson scores with a couple of nice shots.
OSullivan is trying to control but can't.
OSullivan is looking for a sweep. Karlovsson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Karlovsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Karlovsson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Karlovsson throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
OSullivan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Karlovsson.
Karlovsson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Karlovsson lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
OSullivan wants to control but Karlovsson is keeping busy.
Nice strikes from Karlovsson there.
OSullivan trying to control but Karlovsson postures up.
Karlovsson throwing shots but OSullivan is blocking nicely.
Karlovsson seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Karlovsson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Karlovsson is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Karlovsson slips a nice elbow through OSullivan's hands, connecting with OSullivan's forehead.
OSullivan tries to roll over but Karlovsson keeps him under control.
OSullivan taking some punishment here, with Karlovsson in his half guard.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
OSullivan tries to get to full guard but Karlovsson has control of the leg.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
OSullivan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Karlovsson.
Karlovsson working OSullivan over with strikes.
OSullivan is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Karlovsson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Karlovsson takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Karlovsson lands strikes from half guard.
Karlovsson winds up and cracks OSullivan with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Karlovsson lands with a punch from half guard.
Karlovsson throwing shots but OSullivan is blocking nicely.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
OSullivan is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Karlovsson scores with a couple of nice shots.
Karlovsson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
OSullivan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Karlovsson.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Jonas Karlovsson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jonas Karlovsson's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!

OSullivan darts in trying to clinch

and Karlovsson counters with a nice double leg into guard.

OSullivan looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
OSullivan is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Karlovsson pushes OSullivan off looking to stand but OSullivan dives back in and keeps control.
OSullivan seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Karlovsson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Karlovsson tries to kick OSullivan off but OSullivan keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.

OSullivan seems to be looking for submissions.
OSullivan lands with a punch from half guard.
Karlovsson is trying to stand.
Karlovsson is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Karlovsson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Karlovsson avoiding damage under a succession of punches from OSullivan.
OSullivan content to control rather than advance.
Chris OSullivan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!

The referee decides to stand the fighters back up, due to lack of activity on the part of Chris OSullivan.
OSullivan looks for a takedown but Karlovsson sprawls well.

OSullivan closes the distance and pushes Karlovsson back into the cage.

That's three minutes gone in the round.

Karlovsson turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
OSullivan takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Karlovsson landing a few strikes.
Karlovsson cracks OSullivan with a big elbow.
Jonas Karlovsson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Karlovsson takes a little break here. OSullivan wants to take advantage but he is being controlled 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!

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Karlovsson has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Check out the look on Karlovsson's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Karlovsson advances to mount.
Karlovsson in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
OSullivan is desperately trying to improve his position but Karlovsson has a good base and remains in mount.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Karlovsson lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Karlovsson with a couple of short strikes.
Karlovsson lands with some strikes.
Karlovsson cracks OSullivan with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jonas Karlovsson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Karlovsson winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jonas Karlovsson!
Jonas Karlovsson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.